Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

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

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

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website. To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 27th September.

The assessment process for this role will include: multiple interview rounds, the first being a video presentation, if you are successfully shortlisted you will then be invited to a competency-based interview.

Final interviews are anticipated to be held on Friday 9th October via Teams – subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent senior-level experience.
• Programme management qualifications such as MSP practitioner or advance practitioner or equivalent experience.
• One or more recognised project management qualifications APM Registered Project Professional, or Major Projects Leadership Academy, PRINCE 2 and Agile DSDM qualification.
• Training in Benefits Realisation and Better Business Cases (aligned to Green Book).
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to programme management.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience over a number of years of leading complex change transformational programmes with successful delivery of outcomes and benefits.
• Expertise in leading large diverse group through significant change with technique to reduce resistance and maximise adoption of change, including awareness of people change management theories.
• Proven track record in business case development using the HM Treasury Five Case Model.
• Experience of managing programme budgets, cost forecasts, and benefits realisation.
• Experience of stakeholder engagement internally and externally and with external supplier environments.
• Experience of applying lessons learned and continuous improvement in programme delivery to enhance capability.
• Deep specialist knowledge of programme management principles, methodologies (e.g., MSP), and best practices, applied in a large, complex organisation.
• Experience in driving the development and implementation of new services or policies within a programme context.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

England

Barnsley Blood Centre, Capitol Way, Dodworth

England

South Yorkshire

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.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

Essential

• Registered nurse or within 2 months of gaining PIN.
• Knowledge of Primary Care.

Desirable

• Working towards diploma or degree. Previous community experience.

Skills

Essential

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of care.
• Clinical competency.

Desirable

• Flexible approach to work.

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing professional training.
• Knowledge of Professional codes of conduct.
• Broad knowledge of relevant community nursing skills and competencies.

Desirable

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

Other

Essential

• Working unsociable hours.
• Ability to travel between patient's homes in a timely manner.

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker.

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

Amlwch/Benllech District Nursing

Gerafon Surgery

Benllech

LL74 8TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or Diploma Physiotherapy or current student working towards the above.
• Professional Registration with the Health Professions Council

Desirable

• Membership of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

Experience

Essential

• Recent healthcare experience in a community/acute setting gained through student placement or previous employment

Desirable

• MSK experience gained through education, student placement or previous employment.
• NHS experience, whether as a band 5 physiotherapist, physiotherapy assistant or student on placement

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS.
• Knowledge of up to date clinical practice

Desirable

• Evidence of continued relevant professional development

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Competent IT skills
• Understanding of training needs in relation to post

Desirable

• Competent presentation skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible.

Ability to Manage

Essential

• Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda for health under the guidance of service leads
• Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gravesend Community Hospital

Gravesend

DA11 0DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work in partnership with children and young people and their families to deliver planned episodes of care through Continuing Healthcare Funding where it has been agreed the Childrens Palliative Care team will provide this support.

• To provide nursing care and intervention to children and young people inside or outside of the family home including agreed community settings and schools dependent on clinical needsidentifiedand the appropriateness of this delegation.

• Todemonstratecompetence in nominated clinical tasks followingan appropriate programmeof training. This will include seizure management, airway management using suction and oxygen, tracheostomy management, enteral feeding and management of feeding devices, administration of medications via oral, enteral, rectal and inhalation routes, intermittent catheterization including accessing ofMitrofanoffand end of life care.

• To support a child/young person to die in their or their familys place of choice,assistingwith basic nursing care/delegated interventions ensuring dignity, care and compassion is of the highest priority.

• Any intervention will be agreed with parents/nursingteamand a signed clinical competency will be undertaken. Care will be evaluated by the named keyworker assigned to the child/young person on a regular basis. Any concerns aroundeffectiveness of care/intervention/deterioration must be escalated to the named keyworker/team accordingly.

We would encourage anyone considering applying for this post to visit the team prior to application and interview and to discuss the role withRebecca Carless, Team Leader for Childrens Community Nursing, Palliative Care and Rapid Response.

[email protected]

07784 007 462

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name

Rebecca Carless

Job title

Team Leader for Childrens Community Nursing, Palliative Care and Rapid Response.

Telephone number

0121 245 5775/ 07784 007 462

Person Specification

Qualifications / training

Essential

• Minimum of NVQ 3 in Caring for Children and Young People, NNEB or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Experience or an interest in supporting children/young people and their families with a life limiting/life threatening condition throughout their palliative care journey.
• Experience of play/interaction with children/young people with or without disability.

Desirable

• Experience with caring for children/young people with complex healthcare needs.
• Experience of working in the community.
• Significant experience as Nursery nurse, Carer or Family Support Worker in health, social care, short breaks or education setting.

Skills/knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of managing children with physical and learning disabilities
• Contact and communicate effectively to members of the multidisciplinary team
• To have the ability to be able to communicate effectively with children/young people and their families from diverse backgrounds with different stages of child development/learning ability.
• Able to report back in a factual and concise manner to multidisciplinary team.
• An understanding of personal/professional boundaries.
• Knowledge of safe-guarding children and vulnerable adults.
• Knowledge of record keeping
• Good knowledge and understanding of Basic IT skills.

Desirable

• Ability to act in accordance to emergency plans and procedures

Personal qualities

Essential

• Motivated, enthusiastic and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible attitude to meet the needs of the children and families we manage and support.
• To be able to demonstrate care and compassion to support through the palliative care journey.
• Motivated and enthusiastic in maximising quality of life through memory making and supporting the child/young person to reach their full potential.

Other job requirements

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills in order to facilitate good relationships with children, young people, their families and other professionals.
• Good basic level of written and verbal English language and numeracy skills and excellent communication skills.
• Much of the work with children with complex health needs and learning disabilities can be physically demanding and will also involve regular fine motor skill activity therefore a good level of physical health and ability is recommended.
• Ability to remain calm and composed
• Ability to travel to a variety of community settings by specified times - car owner and regular user with clean/ low points driving license.

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

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Lansdowne Health Centre

Birmingham

B18 7EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europes leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry.

We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Promoting Workforce Equality

In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under-represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. In order to do this, the Trust is committed to the employment and career development of individuals with these protected characteristics. As part of this commitment and given this under-representation, the Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under-represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ training

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or above in Care with experience / knowledge of working with children with complex needs.
• Evidence of continued learning and development.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of dealing with members of the public.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with children and young people.
• Previous clerical experience.

Skills/knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate willingness to undertake a range of duties and to learn new tasks including clinical procedures where relevant.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of carrying out work within another agency's environment.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Disability.
• Awareness of Safeguarding issues.
• Ability to recognise the importance communication within the Multi-diciplinary team.
• Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and consequences of breaking confidentiality.

Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to team working and interagency working.
• Flexible approach to working with good interpersonal skills
• Able to relate to children and young people.

Other job requirements

Essential

• Willing and able to undertake training appropriate to the role.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to travel to work and other locations as required.

Desirable

• Able to organise own work.
• Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.

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

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

City-Wide

Birmingham

B18 7EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities:

• Dispensing acute prescriptions.
• Dispensing repeat prescriptions requests received by telephone calls, electronically, face to face and those delivered to the surgery.
• Dispensing private prescriptions.
• MDS dispensing for community and care home patients
• Administration of Dispensary/Pharmacy computerised system and software associated with this
• Ensuring the dispensary area remains clean and tidy.
• Dealing with returned medicines from patients
• Dealing with uncollected medication

• Handing out prescriptions and collecting charges when appropriate.
• Cashing up prescription moneys, balancing and recording
• Submitting prescription moneys to the finance officer for banking ensuring sufficient change is available
• Taking prescription repeats over the telephone and at in person from patients.
• Collecting private charges for vaccines and holiday prophylactic medication.
• Sorting, stamping and endorsing prescriptions.
• Submitting all unsigned prescriptions to the doctors, generating nurse prescriptions
• Completing backs of prescriptions.
• Generating prescriptions.

• Ordering appropriate quantities of goods via the wholesalers computer link.
• Checking goods as and when they are delivered and recording generic details.
• Returning incorrect goods to the wholesalers.
• Stocking shelves, refrigerators and other storage areas using rotation method.
• Removing out of date stock from the shelves, refrigerators and other storage areas.
• Disposal of returned unused medicines.

• Helping new pharmacy/dispensary staff.
• Assist patients and colleagues with queries, both face to face and over the telephone

Confidentiality:

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Health & Safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, the Practice Health & Safety Manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
• Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role
• Undertaking periodic infection control training
• Reporting potential risks identified

Equality and Diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will:

• Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs A* - C (grade 9 4), must include Maths & English.
• NVQ2 Dispensing qualification or about to qualify

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

Vale Medical Group

Address

Long Clawson Medical Practice

The Sands

Long Clawson

Melton Mowbray

Leicestershire

LE14 4PA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• Assess and holistically clinically examine patients with both minor and complex needs through history taking, physical examination and appropriate use of investigations to confirm diagnosis.
• Plan, implement and evaluate an effective management plan for the patient, ensuring safe discharge/referral and/or transfer to an appropriate health care service.
• Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions.
• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
• Refer and discharge safely ensuring that safety-netting advice is offered.
• Triage telephone referrals, calls from external clinicians, patients and others into a range of services appropriately as required.

Communication

• Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.
• Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication.
• Maintain effective communication within the organisation and with external stakeholders.
• Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate.

Non-Medical Prescribing

• If you are employed in a prescribing capacity, you must only prescribe within your scope of practice and comply with the gtd healthcare NMP governance registration processes.
• You must maintain your knowledge and skills and prescribe within your scope of clinical competencies.
• The non-medical prescriber is required to comply with organisational NMP governance processes and adhere to local and national prescribing guidance.

Delivering a Quality Service

• Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC/HPC etc. Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time.
• Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality.
• Ensure professional revalidation requirements are met.
• Deliver care according to NSF, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care.
• Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation.
• Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities.
• In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate.
• Support and participate in shared learning across the organisation and wider organisation.
• Understand and apply guidance that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable patient health procedures and local guidance.

Leadership Personal and People Development

• Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and acting as a positive role mode.
• Support staff development in order to maximise potential.
• Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice.
• Encourage others to make realistic self-assessment of their application of knowledge and skills, challenging any complacency or actions that are not in the interest of the public and/or users of services.
• Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant areas of work.
• Take a lead role in planning and implementing changes within the area of care and responsibility.
• Work with senior clinical and management teams to ensure sufficient staff of appropriate ability, quality and skill-mix is available to meet current and future service delivery, that selection and recruitment processes are effective and that equality of treatment of the team incorporates quality HR principles and processes.
• Contribute to the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards.
• Maintain effective communication with those responsible for the overall commissioning and procurement process.
• To attend and be proactively involved in professional meetings at base and corporately.
• Take the lead/ develop a special interest within certain areas to allow the sharing of clinical knowledge and expertise.

Corporate Responsibility

• Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working.
• Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence.
• Prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management.
• Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery.
• Discuss, highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care.

Management of Risk

• Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients.
• Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Apply infection-control measures within the organisation according to local and national guidelines.

Managing Information

• Use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring of care, presenting and communicating information.
• Review and process data in order to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoring and audit processes.

Learning and Development

• Undertake mentorship where appropriate.
• Undertake appropriate supervisor and assessor training, such as Greater Manchester Training Hub (GMTH) Standards for Supervision and Assessment (SSSA) or NHS Enabling Effective Learning Environments in order to act as a qualified assessor and supervisor for internal and external learners and trainees.
• Disseminate learning and information gained to other team members in order to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments (e.g. courses and conferences).
• Assess own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate.
• Provide an educational role to patients, carers, families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Advanced clinical practice skills and competence.
• Management of patients with complex needs.
• Clinical examination skills and competence.
• Clinical leadership skills and competence.
• Communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Change management experience and evidence.
• Highly motivated.
• Flexibility.
• Enthusiasm.
• Team Player.

Desirable

• Desirable
• Teaching and mentorship in a clinical setting.
• Resource Management.

Experience

Essential

• Registered health care professional, including first level nurse, paramedic, pharmacist or other AHP with MSc Advanced Clinical Practice or credentialing qualification or equivalent. V300 Non-Medical Prescriber (gateway dependent) dependent on professional eligibility.
• Experience working in an Urgent Care/Primary care setting

Desirable

• Mentor/Teaching qualification. Clinical supervision training and experience.

Criteria

Essential

• Experience of working as senior clinician.
• Experience of autonomous practice.
• Experience of leading/managing quality improvement.
• Experience of having worked in Primary and Urgent Care.

Desirable

• Experience in leading/managing a team.
• Experience of working in an unscheduled care service/primary care.

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

Gtd Healthcare

Address

City Health Centre Walk-in Service

2nd Floor, Boots The Chemist, 32 Market Street

Manchester

M1 1PL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for the triage & assessment of care needs of children, young people and parents/carers who contact the SPA.

Demonstrate high level of judgmental/analytical skills when interpreting and performing assessments and care planning via the telephone, text and virtual consultations

Provide consultations & information (verbal and/or written reports) to other professionals who need advice and guidance about children and young peoples health and wellbeing, working within policies to maintain patient confidentiality, child and adult safeguarding and information sharing

Maintain accurate and up to date nursing records, maintaining patient confidentiality, and statistical records as required by the service.

Work with other professionals to promote multidisciplinary / multiagency working.

Be able to utilise the service pathways of care, sign post and/or refer to multi-agency pathways and services and/or escalate concerns when appropriate, including multi-agency liaison.

Coordinate and have oversight of daily workload of SPA, showing appropriate time management

Provide excellent evidence based clinical triage.

Identify poor professional practice and take appropriate action to address it.

Act in a professional manner at all times whilst on Walsall Healthcare NHS Trusts business and demonstrate excellence in clinical practice, ensuring compliance to Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust policies and procedures.

Assist the senior leadership team in strategies that promote quality assurance, Clinical Governance and quality audit.

Develop clinical skills and access training as required / directed to enable participation in future service developments.

Assist in the supervision of qualified and unqualified staff and facilitate their continuing professional development.

Ensure effective learning experiences and opportunities to achieve learning outcomes for students and the provision of learning opportunities.

Communicate information to children, young people and parents/carers with empathy and reassurance.

To ensure that patients and users of the service are involved and to assist in providing links with the public and PALs i.e. to pick up on the themes of complaints and report clinical concerns.

To participate in service user forums.

To maintain a patient led focus in all aspects of care and co-ordination.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Paediatric Nurse or staff nurse with significant paediatric or public health nursing experience/Qualified Health Visitor or School Nurse
• Education to diploma level or able to demonstrate evidence of post registration experience at Band 5 within a similar community setting e.g. School Nursing, Health Visiting, Healthy Child Programme 0-19 significant
• Evidence of personal and professional development

skills and aptitudes

Essential

• To be able to work using own Initiative.
• Effective swift decision-making skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management skills
• Demonstrates Motivation in Practice.
• Effective monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Effective risk assessment management

Knowldege and experience

Essential

• In depth knowledge of guidance related to Healthy Child Programme, Family centred health care, Public Health Agenda
• Excellent knowledge of child development 0-19 including knowledge of behaviour management, weight management, Feeding/Nutrition, sleep management, emotional health & wellbeing
• In depth knowledge of NHS polices for e.g. consent, confidentiality, management of clinical risk
• Significant Post registration practice within a community setting, e.g. School Nursing, Health Visiting, Healthy Child Programme 0-19 significant
• Multi-disciplinary working/Multi-agency working including child and adult safeguarding, Early Help, SENDi, CAMHS
• In depth knowledge of clinical governance.

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

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Across Walsall

Harden Health Centre, Harden Road

Walsall

WS3 1ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Whats next?

• If youre successful, youll be invited to an interview and assessment day on Thursday 1st October or Friday 2nd october 2026. followed by unpaid classroom training which will include 3 days of blended training delivered via Microsoft teams, covering the 15 standards of the care certificate and a day on Mental Health. There will also be one in-person training day to cover basic life support and manual handing. Training dates to be confirmed.

After the programme

As your first step in healthcare with the NHS, this could provide you with the opportunity to progress your career by accessing further training outside of the programme. In time, you could become a Senior Healthcare Assistant. After that, you could then apply to train as an Assistant Practitioner or Nursing Associate, enabling further career avenues such as a Nurse, Podiatrist or Midwife.

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Disclaimer

Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic English and Maths skills are required, otherwise no specific qualifications are required.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Torbay Hospital

Newton Road

Torquay

Devon

TQ27AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Objectives & Purpose of the post

1. To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions, to determine a diagnosis and formulate and deliver an appropriate, effective individualised treatment programme

2. To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.

3. To plan, supervise, educate and assess physiotherapy students on placement within the Acute Paediatric therapy team. Work closely with the university and comply with all standards required for the degree level qualification.

4. To participate in the development and delivery of education and training for other health professionals caring for patients with Acute Paediatric conditions.

5. To hold responsibility for own caseload and be responsible for patients with physiotherapy problems within the Paediatric Musculoskeletal service. You will be working without direct supervision. Access to advice and support from a more senior physiotherapist is available if required. Clinical work is evaluated through regular clinical supervision with a Band 7 clinician, but day-to-day clinical work is not routinely reviewed.

6. Supported by the Band 7 Acute Paediatric Physiotherapy Lead, to design and undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and teams clinical practice and improve service delivery. Make recommendations and occasionally implement changes to practice or service protocols, as agreed with the Band 7 lead.

7. To deputise for the band 7 Acute Paediatric team leader as required.

Please ensure you speak to your Line Manager before applying for this secondment opportunity and visit the Trust's Secondment Policy.

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Knowledge of physiotherapy related to working within the paediatric MSK environment
• Knowledge of a broad range of injuries and conditions relevant to the speciality
• Knowledge of a broad range of physiotherapy assessment and treatment techniques relating to the speciality
• Able to work in a fast paced environment and maintain judgement and work under pressure
• Excellent time management, delegation and prioritisation skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendances at recent post graduate courses/ in-service trainings relevant to the speciality

Desirable

• Membership of relevant clinical interest group

Experience

Essential

• Substantive broad based postgraduate experience to include B5 rotations in a variety of areas
• Substantive experience within Paediatrics
• MSK experience
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of supervision of staff or students including staff appraisal
• Teaching/training groups or individuals
• Decision making involving complex facts/situations

Desirable

• Rotations completed in paediatrics, respiratory, orthopaedics, musculoskeletal outpatients and elderly rehabilitation including neurology
• Experience within the NHS
• Involvement in service improvement and evaluation via project management or clinical audit

communication

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication
• Ability to disseminate complex information to others
• Be able to communicate where there may be barriers to understanding
• Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within formal and informal environments
• Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Functions

Named responsibility and professional accountability for the management of a defined caseload including the delegation of tasks to other members of the team.

The post holder will have continuing responsibility for visible leadership which ensures an equitable evidence-based service, which is underpinned by the pillars of clinical governance.

Prescribe within their individual scope of practice in line with V300 qualification and ensure that nurse prescribing is undertaken in a safe, cost effective manner.

Develop a caseload profile, identifying those groups with specific health needs and implement and evaluate programmes of care to target groups taking a case management approach.

Act in accordance with current local Warwickshire Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Trust guidelines/policy to protect vulnerable adults.

Act within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Contribute towards ensuring the trust objectives are implemented and to support the Professional Lead in influencing change.

Provide appropriate nursing care to patients on the defined caseloads.

Provide specialist advice appropriate to health and social care to patients, carers, relatives and other agencies.

Participate in the development, training and mentorship of pre-registration students/medical students and staff as required including induction and preceptorship programmes.

To provide assistance with the resolution of complaints within the clinical speciality, or sphere of responsibility.

To attend meetings and deputise for the Specialist District Nurse and/or Professional Lead as required and ensure that information is disseminated within the nursing team.

Assist with the delivery of a comprehensive induction programme for new staff members.

Communication

Demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills in situations which may be complex, highly sensitive and emotive. All communication will be underpinned by the principles of data protection, dignity and confidentiality.

Adopt and promote the highest level of verbal, non-verbal, written and electronic communication skills. Be open and honest, act with integrity and uphold the reputation of the profession as directed by the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC, 2015).

Take responsibility for initiating and/or engaging in open discussion with statutory and voluntary agencies and all members of the wider multi-disciplinary team as appropriate

Ensure effective communication to support continuity of care on transfer between hospital, community, residential and nursing care settings and vice versa.

Analysis and Judgement

Critically evaluate team leadership, operational and project management in the context of observing national and local policy

Promotes and maintains accurate record keeping and conforms to NMC policy and data protection legislation.

Uses resources effectively and being aware of budgetary constraints including ordering of equipment.

Will participate in research and development projects within the clinical field, embracing opportunities to develop knowledge by undertaking further study whilst sharing initiatives with others.

Responsible for communicating and receiving sensitive, complex, and sometimes contentious information, dealing effectively with staff, relatives, and carers whilst ensuring confidentiality. Will use developed persuasive, motivational, negotiating skills, where agreement and cooperation is required. There may be barriers to understanding.

Supporting the Specialist District Nurse, Professional Lead and Quality Matron in the development of audit systems within SWFT to ensure continuing evaluation of clinical practice by facilitating clinical audit programmes and research in line with clinical governance priorities

Planning and Organisational Skills

Supervise and direct work undertaken by other members of the skill mix team on a daily basis.

Direct responsibility for the day-to-day supervision and performance of the district nursing team.

To input statistical information by electronically recording daily activity on EMIS, ensuring each contact/activity is recorded in real time.

Responsible for ensuring that staff are supported in accessing Clinical Supervision

Demonstrate and contribute to a positive team culture which promotes an effective learning environment, facilitation of shared leadership, preceptorship, mentorship, clinical supervision, openness and candour, and provision of an educational environment.

Responsibility for Patient Care

Critically assess, plan, and evaluate evidenced based care interventions to meet contemporary need and improve health to prevent disease in individuals and populations

Take responsibility for the complex and holistic assessment or delegation of planning, implementation and evaluation of care on an individual basis, utilising recognised models and tools, e.g. end of life care and long term conditions.

Diagnostic assessment, routinely utilising patient head to toe examinations in order to diagnose, implement treatment plan, including prescribing, and/or escalating when clinically required and appropriate.

As a District Nurse there will be a need for a varied clinical skill set, including, but not limited to:

End of Life Care - Syringe Drivers and symptom control

Intravenous Therapy

Management of Plural Drains

Wound Care Including complex e.g. Vacuum assisted therapy

Leg Ulcers Including compressions therapy

Continence Management Catheters, Bowel Management

Patient education and training of self-management techniques

Multi Comorbidities and prevention of deterioration management e.g. Heart Failure, Diabetes, Respiratory, Frailty, Dementia

Social prescribing

Named responsibility for the management of a defined caseload and population.

Focuses on the needs of the defined patient groups population, and continues to hold up to date knowledge of public health

Acts as patients advocate where appropriate.

Be proactive in offering health promotion and participate in health promotion activities for a defined caseload.

Utilise health needs assessment for the local population.

The District Nurse will recognise triggers of deterioration/increased need of patients and initiate the Continuing Healthcare/NHS Funded Nursing Care assessment process

To work with the Specialist District Nurse / Professional Lead to ensure performance indicators are achieved, avoiding patient harms and supporting preferred place of care.

Ensuring excellent working relationships and communication links with all stakeholders including acute hospital staff, Local Authorities, Social Care teams and voluntary services as appropriate for patient care.

Policy and Service Development

To take a lead on quality initiatives, including but not limited to Community care Indicators, Hand Hygiene, Saving Lives and IWGC.

Understanding of District Nursing national frameworks, policy and guidance with the ability to interpret and implement at service level

Participate in and contribute to service redesign and policy development to benefit patient care with support of seniors.

Source patients/relatives/carers views and feedback on their experience of SWFT OOHCC services in order to influence and inform future service provision.

To contribute to the implementation and audit of policies, guidelines and procedures ensuring practice is evidence-based and patient centred.

Will undertake Personal Development Reviews (PDR) and relevant development plans for members of the team. Assist in the identification of individual training requirements in line with NMC Revalidation and Pay Progression requirements.

Responsibility for Human Resources

Responsible for the day to day management of band 5 nurses to support the Professional lead direct line management, which includes the following:

To identify workforce planning issues and actively participate in the recruitment, selection and retention of clinical staff.

Ensuring that team members are supported with returning to work following a period of sick leave and ensuring that the sickness management policy is followed at all times, seeking senior support when required

Ensure team members are up to date with mandatory and statutory training

Responsible for Performance Development Reviews for staff within the team.

Contributing to the promotion of team morale and management of conflict within the team by adopting an open and honest approach in order to seek resolve

Supporting and promoting team and self-wellbeing

Professional Responsibilities and Freedom to Act

Interpret national guidance on NMC guidelines

Promote and participate in clinical supervision

Maintain clinical and professional proficiencies, capabilities, behaviours and values in accordance with relevant statutory legislation and guidance relevant to health professionals and their services

Responsibility for Research & Development

Demonstrate a critical approach to identifying, applying, and disseminating research findings relating to community specialist practice.

Ensure standards, protocols and policies are evidence based and applied to practice

Keep abreast of current clinical issues thus always promoting best practice

Critique and use research to inform practice

Complete regular clinical audits and support the Specialist District Nurse / Professional Lead with evaluation and improvement.

General

The post holder will be required to have access to independent means of transport for work purposes to travel across the Trust and to other agencies

The post holder will be unavoidably exposed to challenging working conditions such as travelling during extreme and inclement weather including snow, icy conditions and excess heat.

The Trust endorses the principle of whether people smoke or not is a matter of personal choice but where they smoke is a matter of public concern. The policy on smoking and health protects non-smokers and requires that all Trust premises are smoke free.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (1st Level)
• First level degree in related subject
• Evidence of Continuous professional Development relevant to the field of practice
• Evidence of leadership or management training
• Practice Educator and Assessor Preparation (PEAP) or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• District Nursing Specialist Practitioner Qualification or working towards it
• Coaching CPD

Experience

Essential

• Significant Post registration community experience
• Post registration experience of caseload management
• Evidence of Personalised Care planning and complex patient management
• Ability to take appropriate action to assess and manage risk
• Experience of empowering a positive learning culture for interdisciplinary and interagency teams
• Proven experience of working autonomously in challenging situations

Desirable

• Experience in managing complaints
• Experience in service improvement

Skills

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management.
• Advanced clinical decision-making skills to support patient centred care
• Advanced clinical skills to include a variety of patient conditions and comorbidities
• In-depth understanding of community nursing and long-term condition management.
• Must have excellent prioritisation and time keeping skills
• IT Literate
• Ability to supervise, support, and mentor junior staff
• Ability to work collaboratively across professional and organisational boundaries

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Communicate effectively using a range of skills and strategies with colleagues and people at all stages of life and with a range of mental, physical, cognitive and behavioural health challenges
• Practise autonomously, proactively and innovatively, demonstrating selfawareness, emotional intelligence and openness
• Willingness to work flexibly and travel across the district.
• Excellent role model demonstrating compassion and a patient-centred approach
• Showcases trust values at all times

Other

Essential

• Must have means of own transport and able to drive in variable weather conditions
• Must be a non-smoker during working hours
• Must be willing to undertake Criminal records Bureau Disclosure to Enhanced / Standard level
• Must be legally entitled to work in this country

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Acorn House

Station Approach, Coventry Road

Warwick

CV34 4RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:To work under guidance from a registered healthcare professional, following instructions and promptly reporting any problems.You will be able to perform the following:To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriateTo monitor and record in EPIC patients clinical observations, as requested by a Registered NurseUndertake electrocardiogram (ECG) recording and point of care testing (e.g. bloodsugar, urinalysis) as per training and competencies assessmentTo assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needsTo assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with legal requirements

Assist in the admission and discharge of patients including any necessary risk assessments

Haemodialysis specific responsibilities:To safely prepare dialysis machines for treatment using all equipment as per patients dialysis prescriptionTo monitor and record in the Trusts Electronic Patients records System patients clinical observations, as requested by a Registered NurseTo dispose of all HD circuit lines following infection control guidelinesTo decontaminate dialysis equipment following infection control guidelines and document using the HD decontamination checklistTo support with checking in/discharge patients for treatment

To participate in maintaining standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control, reporting problems as appropriateTo ensure that equipment is clean at all times, stored safely when not in use and report faults as appropriateTo assist in setting up and preparing patient areas appropriately to the clinical area.To ensure that stock levels of linen (where applicable), sterile supplies and stationery are maintained at all times in conjunction with the senior sister/ward receptionist.To assist in the maintenance and safekeeping of patients property in line with Trust policyTo assist ward staff with general collection/delivery of items necessary to ensure effective operational management of ward/departmentTo assist in performing the last offices as requested

Customer Care/Administration:To ensure that all patients and relatives are welcomed and orientated to the ward environmentTo assist with the care of distressed or bereaved relativesTo assist with clerical and ward administrative duties, including data management, photocopying, transporting of equipment/data/ paperwork to other departmentsTo provide clear and effective information and communication, both verbally and in documentation. Promptly referring enquiries to the relevant personTo maintain confidentiality at all times, in and out of the hospital environmentTo demonstrate an awareness of the different cultural, ethnic and religious believes

Personal and Professional Responsibilities:To adhere to, and work within the code of conduct for clinical support workers at Kings College HospitalTo be able to identify with support own development needs, completing a competency document and learning objectives within a specified time frame and as agreed by managerTo ensure own attendance at mandatory study days and training ( BLS, manual handling etc.) as required by ward/departmental managerTo update skills and knowledge as required by the TrustTo actively participate in annual individual performance review

Education:To be involved in teaching and education programs within the unitBe involved in HD shared activities within the unitTo participate in reflection and clinical supervision as provided

Leadership:To adhere to, and work within the National Code of Conduct for clinical support workers at Kings College HospitalTo manage an agreed workload with supervision and support from colleagues and senior staffTo work within and support the multidisciplinary team, contributing ideas toward future developments

To act as a role model and advisor to less experienced staff demonstrating and Job reference: Senior Healthcare Assistant Page 3 of 10 promoting the Trusts Values and BehavioursTo provide day-to-day supervision and co-ordination of junior staff (e.g. healthcare assistants (band 2), apprentices, work experience) supporting their local inductionTake personal ownership in giving and receiving feedbackTo participate in reflection and or clinical supervision sessions as providedTo observe personal and collective responsibility for resource managementTo be responsible with others for any specific risk management associated with the post, reporting and taking appropriate actions as necessary

Research and Service Development:

Assist with audits, surveys and research and developmental activities as instructed

Provide care to patients taking part in clinical trials as directed by registered healthcare professionals in line with relevant research protocols

To act as a liaison with specialist teams and services as a link practitioner enhancing communication and collaborative working by attending meetings and disseminating relevant information (via face to face teaching and written/digital briefings

GeneralThe post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued.Our values at Kings:

Caring we put patients and their families first and show compassion and respect in every interaction with them, as well as with one another.

Collaborative acrossallofour hospitals and services, we work as one team with partners and our communities, to deliver the best possible outcomes.

Inclusive we celebrate diversity, listening to different voices and creating a culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

Innovative we constantly seeknew ideasand smarter ways of working to improve care,researchand education.

To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Education/Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Functional Skills Level 2 in Numeracy and Literacy or GCSEs Maths and English Grades A-C
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
• Able to maintain electronic patient records

Desirable

• Experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities
• Empowering and working in partnership with the people using our Services

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

Dartford Dialysis Unit

Darent Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Please ensure your supporting statement includes demonstratable evidence and specific examples on how you meet the criteria for each of the key skills specified. This will be used in both the shortlisting and interview processes.

Important: Please be aware there are residency requirements you need to meet:

All NHS England Cyber Security personnel must hold Security Clearance level as a minimum. To meet National Security Vetting requirements, SC clearances require 5 years continuous UK residency. In certain cases, this can be reduced to three years continuous UK residency, with additional overseas checks for the previous two years. Candidates who were posted abroad for service with HM Government, Armed Forces or within a UK government role - will still be considered.Please make sure you meet these requirements before applying for this role. You dont need to have SC already, however, failure to achieve the requirements for SC after offer will result in the job offer being withdrawn. For further advice please check https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels#security-check-sc

Please be aware that should you be successful in this position, you will be hired to the job title of Security Advisor/Analyst, and this job title is advertised to attract the right skills needed for the role.

The post of Security Advisor/Analyst has been awarded a Recruitment and Retention Premia (RRP) in response to current labour market conditions. In recognition of this, the role attracts an additional monthly RRP payment equal to 20% per annum.Please be aware that RRP is non-contractual and subject to review.

If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge of technologies and technology-based solutions dealing with information security issues; ability to apply these in protecting information security across the organisation.
• Working knowledge of concept, procedures and processes of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM); ability to utilise related applications to protect organisational networks from cyber risks.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the processes, tools and techniques of information security management, ability to deploy and monitor information security systems, as well as detect, resolve and prevent violations of IT security, to protect organisational data.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of modules, processes and technologies of Information Security Operation Centre (ISOC); ability to detect, response and utilise related platform and applications to perform cyber security initiatives.
• Demonstrable knowledge of and ability to investigate, troubleshoot, resolve and prevent the recurrence of incidents that interfere with the normal delivery of IT services.

Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate level degree in Cyber Security or relevant subject, or equivalent level of experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Wellington Place, Leeds; Hexagon House, Exeter; Wellington House, London

Leeds/Exeter/London

LS1 4AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description for further details:

Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards of nursing care.

Determines nursing priorities and plans patient care. Informs the nurse incharge when changes in circumstances may affect patient care.

Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trust guidelines.

Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to thedevelopment of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit.

Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs ofpatients.

Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.

Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.

To develop the clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patientsadmitted via both planned route.

Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.

Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.

To develop the clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patientsadmitted via both planned route.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse, current NMC registration
• Diploma in Nursing

Desirable

• Mentorship/teaching qualification
• Post registration qualification in relevant specialty

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience and successful completion of band 5 foundation gateway competencies Recent acute hospital experience [including as a student nurse]
• Experience within relevant clinical setting
• Evidence of maintaining a clinical learning environment.
• Evidence of working with students

Desirable

• Recent acute hospital experience [including as a student nurse]

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current nursing issues and clinical governance
• Demonstrates awareness of own limitations

Skills

Essential

• Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to support less experienced staff
• Ability to problem solve
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing

Other

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues
• Ability to work in changing environments
• Committed to high standards of patient care
• Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour
• Maintain both personal and professional development
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broadgreen Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The registration administrative role is essential to the smooth running of the Endoscopy service. The post-holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and have responsibility for providing a high quality administrative and clerical service.

The post-holder will be responsible for the registering of referrals, ensuring their triage, chasing clinicians for vetting of referrals received via emails and re-registering patient on endoscopy waiting list daily. A crucial part of this role is to check ems/ Medilogic reports to ensure an order was raised within timely manner.

The post -holder will also be responsible for the maintenance of the endoscopy administrative rooms (reporting IT issues or estate faults/ repairs).

The post -holder will be occasionally required to cover reception or prepping of the patients notes across our three sites St Georges Hospital in Tooting, The Nelson Health Care centre in Wimbledon and Queen Marys Hospital in Roehampton.

The working hours are non-negotiable, Mondays to Fridays 9am till 5pm.

Person Specification

Skill Set

Essential

• One year experience of working in NHS
• Experienced Microsoft Package User
• GCSE in Maths and English - grade A and B

Desirable

• Experienced user of iClip/ Cerner
• Experienced user of EMS/ Medilogic
• Understanding of RTT

Communication

Essential

• Supporting information written for this role and not AI generated
• Spelling - grammar matters
• Experience in NHS

Desirable

• Great detailed supporting information

Attitude

Essential

• Understanding NHS teamwork

Desirable

• Trust Values Knowledge

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's Hospital

Blackshaw Road

LONDON

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oKnowledge of data quality and information management acquired through qualification to degree or equivalent level or relevant experience

Desirable

• oECDL
• oDiploma of IHRM
• oProject management qualification
• oCertificate in Information Governance

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oTwo years of experience working in an information management, health records, data quality or information governance role
• oExperience of developing presentations and training

Desirable

• Training qualification

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• oKnowledge of patient administration systems
• oKnowledge of current legislation in the area of health records management, data protection and confidentiality of personal information
• oKnowledge of standards and requirements in relation to information governance
• oAwareness of the evolving health and social care agenda)
• oHighly IT literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• oAbility to work across professional and organisational boundaries
• oGood interpersonal skills and influencing abilities
• oPresentation skills
• oInterpretation, data collation and report writing
• oNegotiation and facilitation skills
• oIT skills
• oA good level of verbal and written communication skills
• oAbility to work within a team

Other requirements

Essential

• oExcellent inter-personal skills, good team player.
• oWilling to undertake personal development
• oFlexible working hours
• oClean driving licence
• oAbility to travel across the areas covered by the Trust
• oAbility to handle unreceptive reactions to information compliance issues
• oDrive, enthusiasm, commitment and resourcefulness
• oTeam player with a focus on achievement of corporate goals
• oLateral thinking
• oProblem solver
• oAnalytical
• oPromote equality and value diversity
• oDevelop a culture that promotes equality and diversity

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maglona House

Carlisle

CA3 0HA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational & Support Services.

To provide an effective contribution to the Depot Make Ready Team function by ensuring that:

Vehicles and equipment are clean andready to meet the stated daily operational requirement with emphasis on

The mechanical condition of the vehicle and its roadworthiness.

The correct scale of stocking of clinical equipment and consumables.

All Make Ready quality standards set by the Trust are met.

The deep cleaning programme for vehicles is coordinated with the vehicle servicing schedule.

Any requests for the operational movement of vehicles and equipment is undertaken.

The buffer store is adequately stocked and refurbished.

Vehicle Maintenance.

To assist Fleet Services in maintaining the operational serviceability of the vehicle fleet by undertaking vehicle inspection and minor running repairs to vehicles.

Operational Response.

To contribute to:

The daily provision of sufficient staff to undertake the Make Ready function.

The provision of an on call capability in support of the Make Ready function.

Health and Safety at Work.

Compliance with HSE requirements in the use of all equipment and materials applicable to the Make Ready function.

Communications.

To ensure effective communications with staff and their representatives. Identify and minimise interpersonal conflict.

Reports

To make reports as directed or as may be required on matters relevant to the Make Ready function such as:

Personal accidents whilst on and off duty.

Injuries sustained whilst at work.

Loss or damage to Service vehicles and equipment.

Abuses of the Service.

Reporting of any hazardous, dangerous or defective equipment, premises or practices.

Effort and Environmental Factors

The pattern of work is unpredictable and interruptions can arise frequently during the shift.

The work takes place in an open garage environment which is susceptible to extreme conditions of temperature.

The physical requirements of the job include lifting and carrying supplies. Physical effort is required to wash vehicles and protective clothing is issued.

The post holder is exposed to unpleasant smells, temperature, weather, bodily fluid on a day to day basis several times a shift.

Additional Duties

Perform such duties of either a higher or lower rank as may be reasonable from time to time.

To ensure adherence to Health and Safety at Work Act.

To ensure adherence to directions as published in Routine Instructions.

To develop oneself within the job and be proactive in identifying own professional development needs.

To contribute towards the development and review of the training needs of own peers and colleagues.

To provide professional advice and assistance in training of Trust employees as appropriate.

Attend any course the Service deems necessary for individual and/or organisational development.

Perform any other reasonable duties as may be assigned from time to time by your Line Manager.

To ensure adherence to the Trusts Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures.

To take part in the Trust's Appraisal Scheme as an appraisee.

To attend meetings and conferences to represent the Trust when requested.

To maintain confidentiality at all times.

To participate in major incidents and relevant exercises as required.

NB. This job description identifies the major aspects of the post, but will be subject to review from time to time in light of the development of the Trust

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of stock taking
• Experience of driving a variety of vehicles
• Effective communication skills
• Full UK driving licence including full or provisional category C1 entitlement at point of application

Visa Status

Essential

• Must be able to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above to include English and Maths or be willing to undertake a level 2 qualification whilst in post within the first 12 months of the role
• Must be willing to undertake any training as required by the Trust

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

West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Shrewsbury Hub

Mercian Close

Longden Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 9EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wmas.nhs.uk/careers-staff-room/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

AIMResponsible for providing general housekeeping services to clinical and non-clinical areas of the Hospice ensuring high standards of cleanliness are maintained.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESCommunication and relationshipsMaintain good communication across all departments with staff, volunteers, patients and visitorsReport any equipment or fittings that require maintenance in line with Hospice proceduresAnalytical and judgement skills

Judgements involving straightforward job related situations

Planning and organisational skills

Clean all areas as detailed in the cleaning schedule and instruction from the Guest Services Manager or Nurse in charge.

Physical skills

Normal cleaning duties that will be obtained through practice and practical training.

Carry out laundry procedures as and when instructed.

Patient/Client Care

Assists patients/relatives providing ancillary services and awareness of special requirements when working in patient bedrooms.

Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times.

Policy and Service Development

Be aware of the Health and Safety policies and the requirements of COSHH

Comply with Hospice policies and procedures.

May comment on proposed change which applies to own area of work.

Financial and Physical Resources

Contribute to effective stock control of all cleaning products and supplies.

Exercise personal duty of care when using expensive equipment i.e. carpet cleaner / window cleaner.

Report as necessary any faults re: equipment or office accommodation and ensure the safety and security of the building is met

Human Resources

Responsible for providing advice and support to new or less experienced employees in own area of work.

Attend mandatory training and training courses related to duties of the post ensuring regular updating

Maintain confidentiality in relation to all work matters

Information Resources

Records personally generated information for own work area.

Research and Development

Continually look for ways to improve the quality of the service one provides to guests, patients, visitors, volunteers and staff.

Freedom to Act

Works within established procedures and work is supervised.

EFFORT & ENVIRONMENT

Physical

Ongoing light physical effort will be required for vacuuming and carpet cleaning.

Mental

Care and attention must be applied at all times when working in areas with staff patients and volunteers in particular to keep a safe working environment.

Emotional

Occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances when working on the In Patient Unit.

Working Conditions

Occasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions.

Data Protection and Confidentiality

All employees have a responsibility in line with information governance to maintain confidentiality and ensure the principles of the Data Protection Act 1998 are applied to patients, clients, staff, volunteers and Hospice business information, including electronic information. Only information required to fulfil the duties of the role should be accessed by the post holder.

All employees have a responsibility to use electronic systems in a way that preserves the dignity and privacy of people, helps to ensure services of the highest quality, and is compliant with the law and Hospice policies and procedures

Health and Safety

The Hospice will take all reasonably practical steps to ensure the health, safety and welfare of its employees while at work. Employees will familiarise themselves with the Health and Safety Policy and procedure as well as the fire procedures and ensure a safe working environment for self and others in line with these.

Safeguarding

All employees within the Hospice have a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and ensure they are protected from harm.

All employees should make themselves aware of the policies and procedures of safeguarding, take personal responsibility as far as is reasonably practicable, to safeguard children and vulnerable adults, complete statutory and mandatory training and take appropriate action as set out in the Hospices policies and procedures.

Infection Control

All employees have a responsibility to ensure the risk of infection to themselves, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:

Attending mandatory training and role specific infection prevention education and training

Challenging poor infection prevention and control practices

Ensuring their own compliance with Hospice Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedure.

Equal Opportunities

The Hospice welcomes all persons without regard to race, religion or belief, age, gender re-assignment, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership, physical or mental disability. The Hospice aims to provide services in a manner that enables all members of the community to access them.

Employees must behave in a non-judgemental manner that respects the differing needs and cultures of others.

Note: This post is deemed to require a Disclosure check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Therefore it will be necessary before the appointment to contact the DBS to check on any relevant criminal background

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Qualifications and TrainingGeneral standard of education
• Literacy and numeracy
• Previous experience in the full range of cleaning duties in a similar environment.
• Skills and Knowledge
• Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner
• Good communication skills
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Personal Attributes
• Willingness to take personal responsibility for standard of work
• Work as part of a team or alone
• Pleasant and polite manner
• Able to evidence behaviour consistent with the Hospice values of professionalism, choice, integrity and reputation
• Special Requirements
• Ability to work sympathetically around patients and visitors

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in housekeeping or similar relevant qualification
• Knowledge of Health and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of COSHH

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

St Cuthbert’s Hospice

Address

St. Cuthbert's Hospice

Park House Road

Durham

DH1 3QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stcuthbertshospice.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE grade 3/D or above or equivalent qualification/ experience)
• Effective computer skills
• Demonstrate commitment to personal development.
• Effective communication / literacy skills.

Desirable

• Customer care NVQ or equivalent qualification/ experience
• Evidence of workplace learning

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the public.
• Work within a Health Service environment.
• Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines

Desirable

• Experience of working with and building effective working relationships with staff of all disciplines.
• Working within a team
• NHS Portering Experience

Further Training

Essential

• Knowledge of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Knowledge of Customer Care
• Knowledge of Handling and Lifting techniques.
• Knowledge of Infection Control
• Willing to undertake further Mandatory training and any relevant to the development of the role

Desirable

• Customer Care Certificate
• Health & Safety Certificate
• Infection Control
• Moving / Handling Certificate
• Evidence of work place training

Special Skills/Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to use own initiative and work under pressure.
• Demonstrate a tactful understanding manner when dealing with our stakeholders / staff and a variety of people and situations
• Good communication and literacy skills
• Must demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Computer literate

Other Factors

Essential

• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service
• Full clean driving licence

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals

Herries Road

Sheffield

S5 7AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational & Support Services.

To provide an effective contribution to the Depot Make Ready Team function by ensuring that:

Vehicles and equipment are clean andready to meet the stated daily operational requirement with emphasis on

The mechanical condition of the vehicle and its roadworthiness.

The correct scale of stocking of clinical equipment and consumables.

All Make Ready quality standards set by the Trust are met.

The deep cleaning programme for vehicles is coordinated with the vehicle servicing schedule.

Any requests for the operational movement of vehicles and equipment is undertaken.

The buffer store is adequately stocked and refurbished.

Vehicle Maintenance.

To assist Fleet Services in maintaining the operational serviceability of the vehicle fleet by undertaking vehicle inspection and minor running repairs to vehicles.

Operational Response.

To contribute to:

The daily provision of sufficient staff to undertake the Make Ready function.

The provision of an on call capability in support of the Make Ready function.

Health and Safety at Work.

Compliance with HSE requirements in the use of all equipment and materials applicable to the Make Ready function.

Communications.

To ensure effective communications with staff and their representatives. Identify and minimise interpersonal conflict.

Reports

To make reports as directed or as may be required on matters relevant to the Make Ready function such as:

Personal accidents whilst on and off duty.

Injuries sustained whilst at work.

Loss or damage to Service vehicles and equipment.

Abuses of the Service.

Reporting of any hazardous, dangerous or defective equipment, premises or practices.

Effort and Environmental Factors

The pattern of work is unpredictable and interruptions can arise frequently during the shift.

The work takes place in an open garage environment which is susceptible to extreme conditions of temperature.

The physical requirements of the job include lifting and carrying supplies. Physical effort is required to wash vehicles and protective clothing is issued.

The post holder is exposed to unpleasant smells, temperature, weather, bodily fluid on a day to day basis several times a shift.

Additional Duties

Perform such duties of either a higher or lower rank as may be reasonable from time to time.

To ensure adherence to Health and Safety at Work Act.

To ensure adherence to directions as published in Routine Instructions.

To develop oneself within the job and be proactive in identifying own professional development needs.

To contribute towards the development and review of the training needs of own peers and colleagues.

To provide professional advice and assistance in training of Trust employees as appropriate.

Attend any course the Service deems necessary for individual and/or organisational development.

Perform any other reasonable duties as may be assigned from time to time by your Line Manager.

To ensure adherence to the Trusts Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures.

To take part in the Trust's Appraisal Scheme as an appraisee.

To attend meetings and conferences to represent the Trust when requested.

To maintain confidentiality at all times.

To participate in major incidents and relevant exercises as required.

NB. This job description identifies the major aspects of the post, but will be subject to review from time to time in light of the development of the Trust

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of stock taking
• Experience of driving a variety of vehicles
• Effective communication skills
• Full UK driving licence including full category C1 entitlement

Visa Status

Essential

• Must be able to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above to include English and Maths or be willing to undertake a level 2 qualification whilst in post within the first 12 months of the role
• Must be willing to undertake any training as required by the Trust

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

West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Staffordshire Hub

Unit 2 Tollgate Drive

Tollgate Industrial Estate

Tollgate, Staffordshire

ST16 3HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://wmas.nhs.uk/careers-staff-room/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Experience

Essential

• GCSE in maths and English language or minimum of Key Skills Level 1 in literacy and numeracy.
• Experience in working in a team
• Experience of working with the public and demonstrating strong customer care skills

Desirable

• Health care / caring experience
• NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare

Knowledge

Essential

• Understands the job role
• Knowledge of the principles of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
• Demonstrates an understanding of the need for patient focused care
• Awareness of physical, psychological, cultural and social needs of patients
• Understanding of the need for respect, trust, courtesy and effective communication with both patients and staff

Desirable

• Knowledge of infection control procedures
• Knowledge and experience in the use of ICTpackages

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal communication
• Clear written communication
• Able to organise own workload
• Ability to work under supervision
• Able to use own initiative
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills
• Able to work calmly within the pressured environment
• Able to work well within a diverse team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

St Bartholomew's Hospital

West Smithfield

London

EC1A 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Cleaning wards to high standards within the hospital.
• Adhering to infection control polices and procedures
• Flexibility required
• Cleaning experience essential
• Working within domestic services department at the Royal site.
• Cleaning to high standards
• Adhering to polices and produces
• Overtime is also regularly available

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE/Equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• A general understanding of why cleanliness in a patient/healthcare environment is important
• Health and safety basic knowledge

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Communication skills
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Experience

Essential

• Previous Domestic experience

Desirable

• Previous healthcare environment experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, floor polishing machinery
• Knowledge of colour coding systems

Other

Essential

• Willingness and ability to undertake further training as necessary

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

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

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

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

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

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

Next steps

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Experience

Essential

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Birmingham Centre

Birmingham

United Kingdom

B15 2SG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Essential

Desirable

• Desirable

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Essential

Desirable

• Desirable

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• Essential

Desirable

• Desirable

Personal Qualities / Values / Other

Essential

• Essential

Desirable

• 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.

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).