Job description

Job responsibilities

Band 6 Community mental health nurse

Please see Job description and person specification which has been uploaded

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oPost registration/graduate diploma or equivalent experience in related work area, to demonstrate advanced level of practice.
• oFull understanding/application of relevant clinical practice/standards/audit within identified clinical area.

Desirable

• oEvidence of project work that has impacted on practice and demonstrates a higher level of communication/planning/change that impacts within own area of work/responsibility.
• oLeadership training/qualification/experience

Experience

Essential

• oEvidence of promoting/supporting active user/carer involvement/participation
• oEvidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the clinical area at specialist level of care

Desirable

• oAbility to effectively Chair meetings.
• oDemonstrable experience of working in the specific field where the post is held.

Skills

Essential

• oAble to demonstrate effective communication skills
• oGood time management skills

Desirable

• oAbility to lead and motivate staff to embrace change.
• oWorking knowledge of Trust policies and procedures to effectively lead and manage others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Address

College House

Willerby Hill, Beverely Road

Hulle

HU10 6ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will carry out cleaning tasks, operating machinery, e.g., buffing machine, vacuum cleaner, moving of buckets of water and cleaning equipment to meet the needs of the area. You will be responsible for the correct use, security and storage of own equipment and cleaning materials, ensuring stock levels are maintained and used appropriately.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• General Standard Education

Desirable

Essential

• BICS

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 Cleaning

Cleaning Experiance

Essential

• General Standard Education

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)

Address

Warrington Hospital

lovely Lane

Warrington

WA51QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
• Preceptorship or working towards it
• Ability to take charge of a ward/case load regularly

Information Technology

Essential

• Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training

Personal Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work with minimum supervision / unsupervised
• Ability to work in a team
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to use initiative / Able to positively influence others

Additional requirements

Essential

• Ability to meet contractual requirements and participate in 24 hour care
• A level of fitness and ability to participate and complete PMVA, Breakaway training and Manual Handling (practice and theory).
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Job specific experience

Essential

• Ability to supervise other staff

Managerial/supervisory experience

Essential

• Supervised experience gained during clinical placements
• Ability to mentor students

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Ann's Hospital

69 Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Essential Criteria

Level 2 Sports/Fitness qualification or willingness to undertake training.

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.

Experience working within health, social care, rehabilitation or fitness environments.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to motivate individuals with varying levels of confidence and physical ability.

Good organisational and IT skills.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Ability to travel independently between community sites.

Experience delivering group exercise sessions.

Experience supporting individuals with long term health conditions.

Experience working within community healthcare settings.

Understanding of rehabilitation, behaviour change or health promotion.

0.8 WTE with some flexibility around working hours.

Regular travel across community locations in Stoke-on-Trent is required.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Applicants must declare any use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within their application.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Sports Instructor/ Fitness qualification at Level 2 or willingness to complete training
• English and Maths GCSE Grade C or above or equivalent
• Quality credit framework qualification at level 3 e.g. NVQ or OCN which is transferable into the role

Desirable

• BSc in sports science

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the role of Allied Health professionals in delivering physical health care in a community setting
• Relevant experience working within health, social care settings which provides transferable knowledge and skills
• Basic knowledge of some conditions relevant to the clinical area and the effects of illness on function
• Self-motivation for Continued Professional Development

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with long term Conditions and chronic health needs and supporting their physical health/fitness as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of being a service user or carer

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stoke Health Centre

Honeywall

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 7JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

****We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 2223 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional qualification (1st degree level or equivalent)
• Registered member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists and Health Professions Council
• Must have completed NQT competencies

Desirable

• 2:1 at degree level / distinction at Masters level

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children with speech, language and communication difficulties. This includes pre-qualification experience and also experienced gained whilst on student placement.
• Experience of working with relatives and carers.

Desirable

• Experience working as a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with children with communication difficulties.
• Experience of providing advice on client management to other health professionals, carers and non-specialist health colleagues.
• Experience of working in educational settings.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools and therapeutic interventions appropriate for including those with complex needs.
• Knowledge of Education Health Care Plans and SEN processes.
• Knowledge of professional and clinical guidelines relevant to the client group.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance, audit and required standards of record keeping.
• Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group).

Attributes

Essential

• Personal resilience and an ability to work in pressured situations. This also includes a commitment to healthy work/home life balances and a commitment to maintaining practices that build your resilience.
• Flexible approach to working practices.
• Ability to be a good team member and take initiative in assuming responsibilities.
• Excellent reflective practice skills, including the ability to access support and supervision appropriately

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Flockton House

Union Road

Sheffield

S11 9EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• First degree in midwifery

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration education activity.
• Mentorship qualification
• NIPE

Experience

Essential

• Relevant current clinical experience
• Experience of staff management
• Experience in change management
• Previous mentorship experience

Skills/knowledge/ abilities

Essential

• Evidence of applying current research to practice.
• Able to demonstrate a working knowledge in standard setting and quality management.
• Experience in conducting audits.
• IT skills including Microsoft office, Excel and PowerPoint

Desirable

• Experience in supervision of staff.

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Trust Wide

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding the role please read the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
• A complete and accurate application
• Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
• Evidence of essential experience for role
• Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
• Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

East Surrey Hospital

Canada Avenue

Redhill

RH1 5RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Degree/diploma in Speech and Language Therapy
• Member of HPC
• Member of RCSLT

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a community clinic
• Experience working within a mainstream school
• Some general administrative duties

Desirable

• Previous experience as a qualified SLT band 6 working in an NHS setting
• Evidence of developing an area of specialism

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
• Subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

Managerial /Supervisory Experience

Essential

• experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff

Desirable

• Experience of devising and delivering training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole

Working in Poole

Poole

BH17 9DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• Registered Nursing Associate with active NMC registration.

• Nursing Associate Foundation Degree or equivalent approved qualification.

• Experience providing direct patient care in a health or social care setting.

• Ability torecognisedeterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.

• Ability to work safely within the Nursing Associate scope of practice.

• Good communicationskills and the ability tomaintainaccurateclinical records.

• Ability to work flexibly across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays.

• Ability to travel independently between patient homes, carehomesand Trust sites.

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity todemonstrateto us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility,equityand confidence for applicants.However,itsimportant that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should beevidencedwithin your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Werecommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:StonewallProud Employer,Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have.Pleasedonthesitate to callCristeeGeorge on07812 512175or [email protected] delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• NMC Registered Nursing Associate.
• Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of delivering personal care and a range of related procedures, some of which may be non-routine, using safe evidence-based techniques and maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
• Demonstrable previous experience delivering delegated clinical care to patients or clients in a healthcare setting, for example blood pressure, venepuncture or urinalysis.
• Experience of working in a care role in an inpatient or community setting

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of care and related procedures gained through experience or short courses
• Proficient IT skills, with the ability to input, save and retrieve information using a range of systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues in a variety of roles and seniorities, and with patients where there may be barriers to understanding or engagement.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel between multiple Trust sites and non-Trust locations, including patient homes, some of which may not be easily accessible by public transport.

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

UCR East, St Marks Hospital, 112 St Marks Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 6DU

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for details of main responsibilities, alternatively see contact details.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Management /Supervisory experience.
• Skills in managing and prioritising own workload.
• Excellent keyboard skills with substantial experience of using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Clerical experience within an office environment.
• Working knowledge of Choose & Book, LE2.2, ERS and other IT systems

Desirable

• Understanding of RTT targets and pathways
• Knowledge of clinics and waiting lists

Qualifications

Essential

• ECDL or equivalent skills
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 and above or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Team leading /ILM qualification
• Educated to Degree level or equivalent knowledge.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively by verbal and written means
• Ability to use MS office packages including Word, Excel and teams
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deal confidently with clinicians, managers and colleagues

Desirable

• keen to learn new skills
• Competent and confident to work autonomously and under supervision

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

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bolton Hospital

Minerva Road

Farnworth

BL4 0JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide an efficient and effective booking service and associated function to all patients accessing services provided by the Trust.

• Helping to ensure that there are robust systems in place that assist the service user and other staff to provide safe and effective services
• Helping to ensure that all teams work to agreed standards across the specialty, providing a first class service and appropriate management of referrals, waiting lists, appointing and data recording takes place to meet local and national targets, income generation and compliance with Trust standards and policy.
• Will have a full understanding of booking processes, and ensure standards are implemented, adhered to, maintained and approved to ensure patients are appointed and their pathway is managed appropriately.
• Liaising with patients / carers to agree all appointments / attendances, cancellations and re-booking. Manage non-attendance in line with the Trusts Access Policy.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education standards, including English GCSE or equivalent (Grade C or above)
• ECDL or equivalent skills

Desirable

• Administration/Customer Service Qualification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in an administrative environment
• Customer Service Skills
• Information Governance Training
• Has a working knowledge of LE2.2

Desirable

• Experience in a busy hospital / NHS setting

Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload and cope with a busy workload
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and targets
• Able to work as part of a team and alone, using own initiative
• Ability to work to standards and with a good level of attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills/ability

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

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Access, Booking & Choice

Minerva Road

Bolton

BL4 0JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifcation

Essential

• RN registered

Desirable

• Immunisation qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Upto date with current nursing guidance and new advances in general nursing
• Evidence of continuing professional registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in the NHS
• Significant Post registration experience

Desirable

• Experience of working on OH
• venepuncture competence
• Health promotion
• Training and presentations

skills and abilities

Essential

• Demonstrates new service development, inspiring & leading others, positive attitude
• Evidence of undertaking audits
• Shows commitment, organisational, planning & prioritisation skills
• Evidence of proficiency in computer skills.
• Demonstrates clear & effective communication & interpersonal skills

work related criteria

Essential

• Team player
• Self reliant but knows own limits
• Self motivated & organised ability to work independently
• Adaptable to different people, situations and environments

Desirable

• Use of transport to attend off-site clinics

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

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Poplar grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Dormy House, Ridgemount Road, Sunningdale, Berkshire, SL5 9RL
• 88 Bedded Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Palliative Care Home
• Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

Registered Nurse NMC Pin Required Bank £25ph

What will Care UK Offer you?

Long Service Awards Employee Discount Scheme Blue Light Discount Card Plenty of opportunities to develop your career And much more!

As a caring Registered Nurse at Care UK, you will lead an amazing care team that promote independence and dignity, enriching the lives of those individuals in your care.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Pin Required

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

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Sunningdale

SL5 9RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Brook House Care Home, Towcester, Northampton, NN12 6HR
• 53 Bedded Residential and Dementia Care Home
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Kitchen Assistant
• 38hrs per week
• Shift Times - 8am-6pm (including working every other weekend)
• £12.71ph

What will Care UK Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

Are you a passionate and a fast learner, looking for a place where you can grow in hospitality? We have a great opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant so why not get in touch!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• No specific qualifications are listed.

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

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Towcester

NN12 6HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

To provide effective clinical and holistic individualised family centred care to the patients and families during their out-patient appointment, ensuring delivery is to the highest standard. Maintaining evidenced based practice is performed at all times, being responsible for updating own knowledge and skills in line with the Trust polices, multidisciplinary team and the NMC Code. Developing leadership skills, actively participating in service development.

Main duties of the job

Carry out all relevant forms of nursing care and patient management for children aged from birth to 16 years (this may be extended for children with chronic/complex conditions)

Participate in the supervision and teaching of new members of staff including nursing students and paramedics

• Provide and maintain high standard of clinical effective nursing cares at all times
• To provide and maintain specific clinical skills, allergy testing, diabetes control testing, EpiPen training, recording observations if required. Therefore, assisting in the provision of a safe, efficient service.
• Venepuncture for the under 1’s Phlebotomy clinic carried out weekly on Fridays.
• Reporting and recording accidents and untoward incidents according to Trust Policy and Guidelines
• Responsible to provide family centred care in the setting, considering the patients individual medical, emotional, social and psychological need

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Identifies own learning needs and receives appropriate supervision in line with trust policy.
• To act as an advocate for the child and family representing best interest of the child, young person in partnership with parents/carers.
• To participate in staff appraisal, staff development and in-service training activities.
• To ensure that treatments prescribed by the medical staff are carried out.
• Able to independently teach, support and encourage children and young people to participate in meeting their own care needs.
• Practice high standards of professional conduct in line with the trust policy and the NMC Code.
• Working in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, supporting children and young people who are admitted for a planned procedure and treatments.
• To ensure that documentation is complete and up to date in line with NMC and Trust guidelines.
• Ensures patient confidentiality at all times in line with trust guidelines and NMC Code
• Able to access with appropriate training, the trusts software packages required for the trust.
• Maintaining nursing records to the trust standards of record keeping and record keeping NMC

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN CHILD

Desirable

• Mentorship

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of providing nursing care for children within an acute Paediatric Out-patient department/ward
• Working with children/young people and families, within a multicultural environment
• Experience or knowledge of safeguarding children
• Knowledge of evidenced based practice

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

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Task Areas and Responsibilities:

The successful post holder will;

Clinical and Client Care

Be supervised and supported to assess and deliver outcome focused, evidence-based interventions in educational settings for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties through guided self-help.

Have skills in supporting children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, their parents/carers, families and educators in the self-management of presenting difficulties.

Demonstrate evidence-based skills under supervisory support of working in partnership with children, young people, their families and educators in the development of plans for the specific intervention and agreeing outcomes.

Demonstrate the skills required in order to enable children and young people in education, and where appropriate parents/carers to collaborate and co-produce their own agreed plan of care.

Show evidence in a variety of forms that at all times assessment and intervention is provided from an inclusive values base, which recognises and respects diversity.

Discuss with supervisors and agree to accept appropriate referrals for children and young people in educational settings, according to agreed local and national and local referral routes, processes and procedures.

Under supervision, show accurate assessments of risk to client self and others.

Where risk is identified to implement appropriate procedures to maintain safety.

Learn, understand, rationalise and adhere to the protocols within the educational service to which the post holder is attached.

Engage along with more senior staff in the signposting of referrals for children and young people with more complex needs to the relevant service.

Engage in robust managerial and clinical supervision, identifying the scope of practice of the individual post-holder within the role, and working safely within that scope.

Practice a range of interventions related to provision of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments.

Practice, evidence, reflect on and demonstrate an ability to manage ones own caseload in conjunction with the requirements of the team.

Attend multi-disciplinary and multi-agency meetings relating to referrals or children and young people in treatment, where appropriate, both for personal educational benefit in discussion with supervisors, or to provide direct assistance.

Keep coherent records of all training and clinical activity in line with both health and education service protocols and use these records and outcome data to inform decision making.

Complete all requirements relating to data collection.

Show evidence of working within a collaborative approach, involving a range of relevant others when indicated. Specifically, work in collaboration with teachers and other educational staff, parents, children, young people and the wider community to enhance and broaden access to mental health services.

Contribute to the development of individual or group clinical materials or training materials and go on to develop further such materials as falls within own degree of competence.

Develop and maintain an up to date awareness of the entire Mind in West Essex offer.

Supervision & Training

Prepare and present case load information to supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, to ensure safe practice and the governance obligations of the EMHP, supervisor and service are delivered.

Respond to and evidence the implementation of improved practice following supervisor feedback.

Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and practice.

Disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and supervisory discussions.

Attend additional training relevant to the post, either online or in-person.

Professional

Ensure the maintenance of standards of own professional practice according to Mind in West Essex and the educational settings. Ensure appropriate adherence to any new recommendations or guidelines set by the relevant departments.

Ensure that confidentiality is always protected.

Ensure that any risks or issues related to the safety and wellbeing of anyone the post-holder comes into contact with during their professional duties are communicated and shared with appropriate parties in order to maintain individual safety and the public interest.

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

Be aware of the outcomes required of the Mental Health Support Team and work towards these.

Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives.

Keep all records up to date in relation to Continuous Professional Development and the requirements of the post and ensure personal development plans maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.

Attend relevant educational opportunities in line with identified professional objectives.

General:

To understand, promote, keep up to date and comply with all policies and procedures and guidelines of the organisation (in particular Safeguarding and Data Protection).

To undertake any other tasks, duties or projects which may arise from time to time and as directed by your line manager.

Person Specification

General Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Registered with the BABCP/BPS or be eligible for registration.
• No criminal record that prevents work with our client group or which would harm our reputation.
• Valid UK driving licence and/or access to transport across West Essex
• Note: on occasions travel may be to more than one venue in a day.
• Evidence of the ability to work calmly and remain resilient whilst under pressure
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to inspire and organise people
• Understanding of the issues faced by people experiencing mental health problems
• The ability to use a range of office based software packages and IT systems
• The ability to work with/support other Mind in West Essex staff as requested.

Qualifications

Essential

• PG Dip Educational Mental Health Practitioner.

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

Mind in West Essex

Address

Mind Sanctuary

Prentice Place, Potter Street

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Employee Relations Lead, you will provide expert advice and support on a wide range of employee relations matters while overseeing the day-to-day management of the Employee Relations Team.

You will:

• Lead and support the management of complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, attendance, capability and performance matters.
• Provide expert advice to managers on employment legislation, NHS policy and best practice.
• Support the management of MHPS cases and complex medical workforce employee relations issues.
• Develop management capability through training, coaching and early intervention approaches.
• Build effective relationships with Trade Union representatives and key stakeholders.
• Lead service improvement initiatives and support the development of employee relations policies, procedures and guidance.
• Manage and develop the Employee Relations Team, ensuring the delivery of a consistent and high-quality service.

We are looking for a highly skilled Employee Relations professional who can demonstrate:

• Experience in a senior employee relations or HR advisory role.
• Experience managing complex employee relations casework.
• Experience providing employee relations advice within the NHS or wider public sector.
• Experience of MHPS and medical workforce employee relations matters.
• Experience managing and developing staff.
• Excellent knowledge of employment law, workforce policy and employee relations best practice.
• Strong influencing, coaching and stakeholder management skills.

For an information discussion contact Anuja Gupta, Employee Relations Lead via [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to a masters degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• Continuing professional development, taking ownership and accountability for staying up to date / professionally registered with the CIPD

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate recent experience in a senior ER operational management role (employment relations/caseload)
• Recent experience of advising and on complex ER related matters in line with policy and legislation
• Up-to-date experience of providing employment relations advice and services in the NHS or public sector at a senior level
• Previous experience of MHPS
• Experience of creating and delivering training interventions.
• Experience of being a subject matter expert in all ER related matters
• Experience managing staff

Desirable

• Able to evidence project management 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

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, you will assess and examine patients, initiate and interpret investigations and recommend appropriate management as well as present patients and plans to the team when appropriate. Under Consultant supervision, you will participate in ward rounds, medical triage, and clinics to assess and plan management for patients. You will work with and support other healthcare professionals within the acute medical team.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Dr. Farheen Raza

[email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate Diploma in Physician Associate Studies (Accredited UK)
• Basic Life Support
• Current and valid certification or re-certification of the National Certifying Examinations for Physicians Associates (Royal College of Physicians)
• Experience working as a Physician Associate in hospital or community setting
• Registered on the Faculty of Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Body
• Passed and completed 1 year post graduate preceptorship

Desirable

• Advanced Life support course certification e.g. ILS, ALS or P

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Post Grad Diploma in PA
• Experience of working as a PA in hospital or community

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Blackburn Hospital

Haslingden Road

BLackburn

BB2 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this role, including the main duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification located under theSupporting Documentssection.

Further information about the District Nursing Service can be found on our Trust website atwww.elht.nhs.uk.

You can also learn more by watching the videos available at the following link:https://elht.nhs.uk/services/district-nurses

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse i.e. RN Adult branch
• Community Specialist Practitioner Qualification or willingness to work towards this

Desirable

• Non-medical prescriber V100/V150/V300
• Leadership training
• Level 6 study to support service delivery and development
• Mentorship or Coaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial district nursing experience
• Experience in holistic assessment of complex patients and care coordination
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working

Desirable

• Experience of caseload management and work allocation
• Experience of service development/supporting change in practice

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to use information technology effectively
• Ability to develop effective working relations with other agencies and professionals
• Ability to manage own and others workload and delegate effectively

Other

Essential

• Car driver with full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work and insured for business purposes

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

ELHT Footprint

ELHT Footprint

BB2 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The NSFT Quality Team is committed to developing a robust, organisation-wide approach to total quality management, focused on improving service user experience.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development of innovative and effective systems that support the delivery of high-quality care

• Drive the quality assurance and quality control agenda across all services

• Monitor performance and hold Localities and services accountable for maintaining high-quality standards

• Ensure that performance challenges are addressed proactively to safeguard quality, safety, and patient experience

You will work closely with the Directors for Safer Care and Quality to support delivery of Trust objectives, particularly where performance impacts on care quality and outcomes.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Mental Health.
• Educated to Master's Degree or equivalent.
• Leadership training. Or equivalent experience of leading a project team.

Desirable

• Quality Improvement Training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing systems of assurance
• Experience providing training and practice facilitation
• Translating national policy / evidence into practice

Skills

Essential

• Analytical accurate report writing.

Knowledge

Essential

• Total Quality Management systems and approaches

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role-specific responsibilities

Provide bespoke interventions for identified service users, with the aim of engaging people in the most appropriate service for their needs, reducing re-presentations and bringing about positive client outcomes.

Support the development of joint working protocols with mental health services and substance misuse services (including Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs), Improving Access to Psychological Therapies services).

Review service users presenting to services and undertake specialist mental health assessments as required.

Identify the training and support needs of colleagues working with this group of service users and deliver training or provide support as appropriate.

Identify any gaps in dual diagnosis provision and provide examples of good practice to inform future pathway and service design.

Improve communication and referral pathways between substance misuse and mental health teams and other services involved in the care and treatment of people with dual diagnosis.

Provide a case management role for identified dual diagnosis service users as appropriate.

Clinical Practice

Undertake physical and mental health assessments for people who access our services when indicated by clinical need and ensure appropriate sign posting/referral to primary care or appropriate secondary health care services for identified health issues.

Undertake assessments for all alcohol individuals who use our services as indicated in the Change Grow Live Alcohol Policy and Procedure, using the outcome to determine safe detoxification as required.

Assist in the titration process for opioid individuals who use our services as required by service need to ensure the service user achieves an optimum dose of opioid substitution therapy (OST). This process is supported by good communication to other team members, including community pharmacists.

Provide education, health promotion and screening for blood borne viruses (BBV). Provide Hepatitis A and or B vaccinations when indicated.

Work within and consolidate integrated care and treatment pathways for individuals who are identified as being infected with BBVs (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and/or HIV).

Undertake community alcohol detoxification either at the service or at the service users home.

Support opioid detoxification in the community.

Undertake phlebotomy, as required, ensuring adherence to identified pathways for blood sample labelling, collection, obtaining results and signposting.

Use blood results to support the assessment of the current health status of individuals who use our services, the need for specialist medical referral and the suitability for community detoxification.

Where indicated, refer for specialist inpatient services (including detoxification) and liaise with hospital and inpatient unit staff.

Contribute to Change Grow Lives Naloxone Strategy by training staff and individuals who use our services in the use of naloxone. Ensuring naloxone is distributed to individuals who use our services at every opportunity.

Offer wound care assessment and basic wound dressing to individuals who use our services. Organise signposting to other services as required and ensure clear pathways into other treatment arenas as appropriate.

Have a demonstrable ability to manage emergency situations by being proficient in basic life support, defibrillation and managing a medical emergency e.g., anaphylaxis and overdose until the ambulance arrives.

Understand and adhere to the legislation surrounding the use of patient group directions (PGDs).

Utilise psychosocial intervention in both one-to-one and group settings to promote engagement in treatment services and ownership of recovery planning.

Person Specification

Experience of working in substance misuse and/or mental health settings.

Experience of working with people with co-morbid mental health and substance misuse problems.

Experience of managing a caseload of clients with complex needs.

Knowledge of and skills in appropriate therapeutic interventions for working with people with dual diagnosis.

Knowledge of current mental health, substance misuse and dual diagnosis policy, guidance, and legislation.

Qualification in Mental Health Treatment. Relevant registered qualification in Mental Health.

Communication

Develop therapeutic alliances with individuals who use our services and develop effective partnerships with them to support their individual recovery journeys, offering health promotion and harm reduction advice.

Ensure that there is good communication of treatments offered, treatment progress and outcome of any investigations to other healthcare agencies, including GPs.

Maintain a current knowledge of appropriate interventions. Ensure that all revalidation requirements are being met and communicated to line manager.

Develop and provide health education, regarding problematic alcohol and drug use and alcohol and drug detoxification.

Attend meetings appropriate to the development and maintenance of the role in agreement with and under the direction of the Lead/Cluster Lead Nurse.

Delivering a Quality Service

The post-holder will contribute to the service to ensure that people who use substances consistently receive high quality services that adhere to the best practice guidelines and to the highest professional standards.

Ensure that procedures are constantly reviewed to promote best practice and evidenced based practice in accordance with UK Guidelines on Clinical Management, NICE guidance, and Change Grow Live clinical protocols and procedures.

Leadership

Provide clinical leadership within the service, including providing support, coaching, and teaching to staff working at the service around harm reduction including BBVS and health promotion.

Dependent on service structure will provide line management/supervision to named health care assistants, student nurse placements and or volunteers working with the nursing team.

Team Working

To take part in assessing the suitability for transfer of clients to shared care services within the community.

To work with others to ensure individuals who use our services have timely access to safe and effective prescribing for community detoxification from substances, across operational sites.

Contribute to the overall performance of the service to ensure that contractual output targets are achieved.

Working with colleagues in the service to design and deliver a community opioid and alcohol detoxification plan utilising a care co-ordinated approach to service user care.

Risk Management

Provide harm reduction advice to injecting individuals who use our services, providing information and equipment and ensure all equipment is disposed of safely.

Undertake risk assessments and contribute to risk management plans for individuals who use our services engaged in the service.

Utilise appropriate prevention techniques to reduce substance misuse related harm and to aid in the prevention of multiple physical harms caused by drugs and alcohol.

Managing Information

Record and input client data and information in order that the service operates within contractual, administrative, and financial requirements.

Ensure that all data requirements in relation to individuals who use our services are met within defined deadlines.

The above is an outline of the post holders duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time to meet the changing needs of Change Grow Live.

Staff will need to work flexibly across operational sites as required and to work flexibly within an agreed number of hours to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision.

This role may involve evening, weekend, and bank holiday working.

The above is an outline of the post holders duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time in order to meet the changing needs of CGL.

You'll be based at one of our West Sussex delivery hubs, with the flexibility to work across all service locations to meet the needs of the people and communities we support. Regular travel across West Sussex is an essential part of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level registered nurse and with a current PIN.

Desirable

• Trained in phlebotomy.
• Qualification in substance misuse.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in substance misuse and/or mental health setting.
• Experience of working with people with co-morbid mental health and substance misuse problems.
• Experience of managing a caseload of clients with complex needs.
• Knowledge of and skills in appropriate therapeutic interventions for working with people with dual diagnosis.
• Knowledge of current mental health, substance misuse and dual diagnosis policy, guidance, and legislation.
• Qualification in Mental Health Treatment.
• Relevant registered qualification in Mental Health.

Desirable

• Relevant recent experience of working within drug and alcohol treatment.
• Sound and demonstrable knowledge of clinical prescribing issues.
• Knowledge of the issues facing substance misusers including appropriate medical interventions, social care, and health issues.
• Experience of contributing to project development.
• Knowledge of local services and geography.
• Motivational interviewing techniques.
• Clinical auditing skills to inform evaluation of the service and identify areas for development.

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

Change Grow Live

Address

Change Grow Live

Richmond House

Richmond Road

Brighton

East Sussex

BN2 3RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Be professional and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work, including the management of patients in your care. Ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management.
2. Undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition
3. Formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise classes, and other alternative options.
4. Take delegated responsibility from the Band 7 physiotherapist for managing patients with particular conditions and be responsible for providing specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment plans for patients with these conditions.
5. Be responsible for ensuring the effective selection and use of all treatment resources available.
6. Be responsible for equipment used in carrying out physiotherapy duties, and adhere to departmental policy, including competence to use equipment and to ensure the safe use of equipment by others through, teaching, training and supervision of practice.
7. Evaluate patient progress, reassess, and alter treatment programmes if required.
8. Manage clinical risk within own patient caseload.
9. Work within Trust clinical guidelines and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines and have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate.
10. Be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) standards of practice.
11. Supervise junior physiotherapists and assistants record keeping system according to professional and the physiotherapy service standards.
12. Communicate complex clinical information effectively with patients and carers to obtain assessment and cooperation to maximize rehabilitation potential and to facilitate understanding of condition.
13. Maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation, in line with legal and departmental requirements, and communicate assessment and treatment results to the appropriate disciplines.
14. Assess capacity, gain informed consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
15. Undertake regular measurement and evaluation of your area of clinical work and current practices through the use of audit and other measures, individually and with colleagues. Ensure that clinical outcomes and patient feedback are included in your audit plans.
16. Full details in attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good written and spoken English
• Diploma/Degree level in Physiotherapy
• Health and Care Professionals Council Registration
• Access to own transport for work purposes

Desirable

• Membership of the Charted Society of Physiotherapy
• Clinical Educators course
• Appropriate post graduate clinical courses linked to speciality

Experience

Essential

• Experience in core rotations e.g. medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, neurology
• Experience and evidence of knowledge of a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience of MDT working
• Contributed to clinical development of less experienced staff or students or assistants
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
• Ability to keep accurate and comprehensive records in line national standards and local policy
• Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
• Awareness of developments in NHS and service delivery
• Demonstrates IT literacy to an appropriate level
• Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
• NHS MSK experience

Desirable

• Involvement in special interest group
• Completion of clinical educators course
• Evidence of participation in service developments

Disposition

Essential

• Demonstrate a problem solving approach
• Personally and professionally responsible
• Ability to self-motivate
• Able to work as a team member
• Flexible approach to changing circumstances

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

ELHT Wide

Blackburn

BB2 1AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

Perform comprehensive pain assessment of patients, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health care needs and varying levels of complexity with patients who have pain management difficulties.

Where the post holder is an independent prescriber, will prescribe medications within their scope of practice and competency for patients in their care, following assessment of need and in line with locally agreed guidelines and formularies

Collect, collate, evaluate and report information, maintaining accurate patient records.

Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure patient needs are met, especially in relation to pain management plans and on-going care needs.

Work autonomously on a regular basis and manage own case load of patients.

Participate in clinical nursing duties and deputise for the Clinical Nurse Specialist in her absence.

Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.

Deputise for the Clinical Nurse Specialist in the management and organisation of the department.

Support the Clinical Nurse Specialist to maximise best use of clinical resources, in implementing best practice and taking responsibility for initiating improvements.

Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources.

Participate in patient programmes including self- management and pain management programmes

Participate and assist in out -patient treatments, to include providing TENS machines, External Neuromodulation and invasive pain treatments. Provide support and advise to patients regarding these treatments

COMMUNICATION Involve patients and carers/relatives in the planning and delivery of pain management plans and act as a resource and a point of contact for this group of patients.

Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/relatives.

Maintain accurate records of pain management plans and treatments/care given.

Ensure appropriate information is given to the patients and/or relatives regarding the continuing plan of care and treatments ordered and assess the impact of such plans.

Responsible for promoting and development of open communication networks and collaboration with colleagues, other professionals and agencies working across several disciplines.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

Responsible for pursuing own professional development and undertaking appropriate clinical practice skills as appropriate whilst having an awareness of the requirements.

Participate in induction programmes for new members of staff within the chronic pain unit.

Expected to provide mentorship and perceptorship for newly appointed staff and junior staff.

To establish and maintain a regional and national network of contacts.

To keep up to date with annual mandatory training.

To discuss annually present performance and future developments with the CNS through a formal appraisal.

Act as a resource for other hospital and community staff providing advice, nursing expertise and specialist knowledge as required.

Attend study days relevant to pain management.

RESEARCH & AUDIT

To ensure practice is evidence based

To promote and disseminate research and audit findings

To carry out audit and evaluation in order to monitor the effectiveness of current practices and to improve health outcomes

To participate in on going national and local research and audit projects

Publish and present own research findings or developments in care locally, nationally and internationally as appropriate

To demonstrate continual evaluation of practice and contribution to patient care/outcomes within the defined specialist nursing area, making agreed changes where appropriate

Person Specification

Essential/Desirable

Essential

• Significant demonstrable post registration experience in Pain management
• Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others
• Ability to analyse and evaluate information
• Registered Nurse
• Mentorship certificate or recognised teaching qualification
• Post registration experience working at band 6 or senior band 5
• sound clinical decision making
• Information technology experience

Desirable

• Clinical Examination/Clinical Diagnostic qualification
• Experience in leading a team
• non medical prescribing qualification
• involvement in specialist interest group
• experience of guideline and protocol development

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Sound clinical decision making skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Evidence of participation in audit
• Knowledge of research/evaluation of practice
• Understanding of clinical governance issues
• Ability to develop nursing skills in the speciality

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Across East Lancashire Sites

Burnley General Hospital

Casterton Avenue

BB10 2PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team, using professional judgement and assuming responsibility and accountability, when undertaking the day-to-day co-ordination and delivery of the Groups Flu Immunisations Programme.

The post holder will deliver vaccinations alongside supporting the Trusts flu champions, to ensure that a safe, effective and high-quality service is provided to all staff.

Work to appropriate Trust policies, guidelines, SOPS and Patient Group Immunisations Directives (PGD) and Written Instructions.

Work to set up vaccination timetables across the group including community settings, allocating staff as required.

To liaise with all group collaboratives; ensuring that areas of low vaccine uptake are targeted and that all staff have equal access.

Use excellent communication and negotiation skills to promote the vaccine and allay any staff worries.

Manage and escalate as appropriate day to day concerns including vaccine supply issues, any staffing, IPC, or safety concerns.

To record the number of vaccines delivered and provide feedback to management.

To show help coordinating the operational and governance when delivering the Trusts Flu Immunisations programme.

Acts to maintain personal safety and security and that of others.

Support the full implementation of all trust policies in the management and delivery of safe immunisation.

Identifies potential and actual risks using the trust incident reporting system in line with trust policy and in line with their professional accountability.

Identifies any risk and raises concerns appropriately on issues of safeguarding and the protection of vulnerable adults.

Takes appropriate action to manage emergency situations summoning appropriate assistance where necessary.

Practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct

Identify unsafe practice and respond appropriately to ensure a safe outcome.

Always act in such a manner that promotes the positive image of the clinical area and the Trust.

Demonstrate the efficient and effective use of resources in the delivery of care.

Supports and participates in the overall development of clinical practice in response to clinical needs.

Identify areas for improvement, passing on constructive views in how to improve services and experiences for staff

Recognise the importance of the role of clinical audit in developing practice.

Demonstrate the ability to use Information Technology to support practice.

Participate in the ward /clinical area clinical audit programme.

Involves staff in the planning of their immunisation, ensuring appropriate consent and agreement is gained.

Considers and interprets all available information and makes justifiable assessment of the individuals health and wellbeing, related needs and risks explaining the possible outcomes to those concerned.

Uses the trust risk assessment tools for aspects of care to inform decisions and communicate with other members of the team.

Develops and records care plans that are appropriate to the patient based on their assessment of the patient.

Acts as patients advocate respecting patients dignity wishes and beliefs involving them in decision making regarding their care/ treatment.

Ensures that nursing care is delivered to the highest standard in line with the essence of care and the trusts fundamental values and behaviours for nursing and midwifery.

Ensures that nursing care is delivered with compassion.

Ensure documentation is completed in accordance with the NMC professional guidelines and trust policy.

Liaises with allied health professionals and other agencies to ensure that care is delivered in a timely and organised way.

Acts within own level of competency to undertake specific interventions and treatments seeking advice, supervision, and training where appropriate.

Monitors the response and reaction to vaccines given making clear decisions and taking appropriate action.

Provides feedback to the clinician responsible on the overall effectiveness of treatment/care.

Responds to records and reports any adverse events or incidents relating to the treatment with an appropriate degree of urgency.

Acts to always ensure staff safety.

Working within the limits of own competency to always ensure the delivery of high-quality care by self and others

Manage own workload effectively, prioritising and using time management skills to ensure information is timely and accurate.

Communicates and supports all staff in understanding and consenting to immunisation. Identifying potentially difficult and challenging situations and seeking appropriate and timely advice as required.

Liaises and communicates effectively with a range of people on a range of matters within the multidisciplinary team. Effectively using different methods of communication to support the delivery of care.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Knowledge of workplace immunisations and vaccinations in accordance with national guidance Certificates
• Clinical skills with IM injections
• Broad range of general nursing 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.

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

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Across the Group

Hardwick Road

Stockton/Middlesbrough

TS19 8PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full job description , profile supplement and person specification attached to this vacancy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE at grade 4 or above in English Language, or Key Skills at level 2 in Literacy (or equivalent)
• GCSE at grade 4 or above in Mathematics, or Key Skills at level 2 in numeracy (or equivalent)
• oNVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in a related subject

Desirable

• oFull UK manual driving licence
• oBereavement Support training (CRUSE or SANDS)

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of legal requirements and Trust Policies in relation to bereavement services.

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of computer systems and databases.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Practical Bereavement Support
• Experience of dealing with members of the public

Desirable

• Experience of practical issues relating to bereavement support within the NHS setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital of North Tees

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 8PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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