Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, you'll play a vital part in the patient journey by collecting blood samples safely and compassionately, helping clinicians make timely and accurate decisions. You'll work closely with local clinical teams and pathology colleagues, contributing to a service that values teamwork, quality and patient experience.

The successful candidate will be primarily based at Lymington New Forest Hospital but may be required to work at Royal South Hants Hospital and Southampton General Hospital to support service delivery.

The typical shift pattern is 07:00 to 17:00, four days per week, Monday to Friday, although some flexibility may be required to meet service needs.

Occasional weekend working may be required to support our weekend service at the Royal South Hants Hospital

Ability to travel independently between Trust sites when required is essential.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous due to the cross-site nature of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Willingness to learn new skills. Ability to work as part of a team but also having the ability to work on their ownExperience in providing healthcare
• Ability to cope with work pressures when working in high care areas when having difficulty in collecting blood sample from patientsExperience preferred but not essential, as full in house training given
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary environmentNVQ3, or willing to undertake NVQ training
• Ability to complete all training packages including Venesection and cannulation course and ANTT course within 2 months.Basic Life Support training

Desirable

• Willingness to learn new skills. Ability to work as part of a team but also having the ability to work on their ownExperience in providing healthcare
• Ability to cope with work pressures when working in high care areas when having difficulty in collecting blood sample from patients Experience preferred but not essential, as full in house training given
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary environmentNVQ3, or willing to undertake NVQ training
• Ability to complete all training packages including Venesection and cannulation course and ANTT course within 2 months.Basic Life Support training
• Previous clinical experience in a hospital setting
• Experience in Venesection in an acute setting
• Experience in hospital IT systems

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Ability to learn and assimilate information quickly
• Communication
• General IT skills
• Prioritisation
• Record keeping
• Working autonomously

Trust Values

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Lymington New Forest Hospital

Wellworthy Road

Lymington

SO41 8QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 10th September 2026

Closing date : 24th September 2026

We welcome your application.

Please note - this vacancy may close early once a suitable number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• oDegree level education supported by a Post Graduate Diploma qualification or equivalent demonstrative specialist experience

Desirable

• oAccredited counter fraud specialist qualification or GCFP membership

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• oExperience of completing proactive reviews of systems and procedures and making system improvement recommendations.
• oUnderstanding of the practical application of all relevant legislation in relation to the delivery of counter fraud work.
• oExperience of producing reports.

Desirable

• oExperience of presenting reports to committees.
• oExperience of preparing risk based annual counter fraud work plans, including the ability to review and report on progress.
• oExperience of creating and delivering innovative awareness material including presentations, workshops, newsletters.

Skills and competencies

Essential

• oStrongly developed communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information
• oHighly developed analytical and judgement skills
• oAbility to work with minimal supervision.
• oExcellent presentation and report writing skills.
• oProficient IT skills (to include as a minimum: Word Excel, PowerPoint, HR databases).
• oAbility to meet tight deadlines and work independently.
• oAbility to gain and maintain good working relationships with staff at all levels.
• oAbility to maintain confidentiality and deal with complex situations in a sensitive and professional manner.

Desirable

• oExperience of writing policy and procedures.

Role/Team specific requirements

Essential

• oAbility to work in a team
• oAbility to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post.

Personal characteristics

Essential

• oDetail orientated and diligent, demonstrated by the quality of data gathered and produced.

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tanfield Lea Business Centre

Stanley

DH9 9DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

******Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in job description and person specification.*******

Please note: vacancy will close once a sufficient amount of applications have been received.

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
• Demonstrate literacy and numeracy

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Essential

• Computer literate, knowledge of internet,microsoft
• Knowledge of customer service
• Willing to undertake inhouse training

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Previous experience of dealing with the public
• Working in a customer care setting
• Ability to work on own initiative and within a team
• Previous experience in a similar role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level.(Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.

Following your corporate induction, you will be expected to attend the Trusts AHP Induction Programme.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date, so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diagnostic Radiography BSc or equivalent
• HCPC registration
• CPD portfolio evidence

Desirable

• IV cannulation course

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• To have recent clinical experience in an NHS hospital, or equivalent (either as a student or qualified radiographer).
• A sound knowledge of radiology departmental/other hospital protocols and practices
• Ability to receive and analyse sensitive/ contentious, complex, information and respond in a rapid and appropriate fashion
• Decision making skills
• Good understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR

Desirable

• Experience of working out of hours during training or when qualified
• Local knowledge within the Trust
• Ability to liaise with staff internal and external to the department to aid high quality service delivery

Skills

Essential

• Ability to deliver good general radiographic skills and patient care
• Ability to use professional judgement to obtain the optimum outcomes for patients, whilst working within protocol constraints
• IT literate
• Ability to rapidly assess patient personality and respond appropriately
• Ability to recognise a deteriorating patient
• Ability to work on own initiative and manage time effectively
• Sensitivity to work with the acutely, chronically and terminally ill

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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Tunbridge Wells Hospital - Cross Site Working Required

Tonbridge Road

Tunbridge Wells

TN2 4QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mtw.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 overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Audiology with clinical competency or equivalent

Desirable

• Membership of BAA/BSA
• Professional Registration as a Physiologist (AHCS) or Clinical Scientist (HCPC)

Experience

Essential

• Successful completion of clinical placement as part of BSc/MSc or equivalent.
• Performance of all basic audiological techniques.

Desirable

• Further experience and training gained through attending courses and in house clinical training

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Skills for assessing and interpreting test results
• Ability to maintain concentration in order to obtain accurate results throughout busy clinics
• Applying information to the use and application of appropriate hearing aids for adult users.

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Trustwide

Fulham Palace Road

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.imperial.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 overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• A-Levels or equivalent knowledge or experience

Desirable

• Medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Administrative experience
• Basic IT literacy

Desirable

• Previous experience in an NHS institution

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Clear and effective communication skills
• Team player

Desirable

• Service sector work (preferably hospital)
• Experience with using Cerner and Aria systems

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital

Fulham Palace Road

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.imperial.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

• 5 GCSE A*-D or 9-3 including English Language or equivalent qualification
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification and/or equivalent level of skills and knowledge
• Willingness to work towards a Diploma in Screening (Level 3)

Skills

Essential

• Proficient in the use of standard Microsoft software, such as Outlook, Teams, Word and Excel
• Ability to demonstrate understanding and application of our workplace values, together with the underpinning behaviours identified for success in this role
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise own workload and work to deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve shared goals, contributing ideas and supporting colleagues as needed
• Good levels of literacy and numeracy with the ability to extract and identify relevant clinical data
• Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service
• Welsh Language Skills at level 4 or 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh

Experience

Essential

• Experience of administrative systems and procedures in an office setting

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS
• Experience of dealing with the public
• Ongoing evidence of sell directed learning and personal study

Knowledge

Desirable

• Knowledge of Healthcare/ Anatomy Physiology/Medical Terminology

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service as required
• Ability to work across screening programmes as 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.

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

Public Health Wales

Address

Breast Test Wales

24 Alexandra Road

Swansea

SA1 5DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://phw.nhs.wales/ (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 overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Audiology with clinical competency or equivalent

Desirable

• Membership of BAA/BSA
• Professional Registration as a Physiologist (AHCS) or Clinical Scientist (HCPC)

Experience

Essential

• Successful completion of clinical placement as part of BSc/MSc or equivalent.
• Performance of all basic audiological techniques.

Desirable

• Further experience and training gained through attending courses and in house clinical training

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Skills for assessing and interpreting test results
• Ability to maintain concentration in order to obtain accurate results throughout busy clinics
• Applying information to the use and application of appropriate hearing aids for adult users.

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Trustwide

Fulham Palace Road

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

To act as or support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC Policy providing or supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager

To produce or support the production of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager

To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice

To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice

To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes

To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing

To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health

As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF

As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions

To prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of practice

To review patient medications to enhance compliance

To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages

To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services

To request pathology services and process pathology results as required

To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required

To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

To ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team

To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers

To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics

To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics

To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy

To assist GPs with minor surgery when required

To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately

To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)

To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately

To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Practice Nurse may be requested to:

Develop and review audit protocols and process for the practice, effectively utilising the audit cycle

Develop, review and implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the partners

Support all members of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary, conducting appraisals and training needs analyses as required

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Support and participate in shared learning within the practice in order to improve patient care

Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate

Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach, i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)

Coordinate the nursing team rota, ensuring sufficient staff are available to meet patient needs

Lead the planning and implementation of changes within the nursing team, enhancing the provision of services to patients

Support the practice team with the reviewing and implementation of practice policies and protocols, ensuring conformance to extant legislation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE O level or equivalent.
• Qualification in English
• Recognised qualification as a registered Nurse
• Trained in the use of Clinical systems used in General Practice
• A demonstrable commitment to professional development
• Experience of 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

St Johns Wood Medical Practice

Address

Brampton House

60 Grove End Road

London

NW8 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to effectively manage a caseload of patients co-morbidities as an autonomous practitioner, using evidence based/ patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions of the patient group. The post holder will participate in planning, development and evaluation of therapy services within a designated area/team. The post holder takes a holistic approach in the assessment and treatment of service users / patients, being responsible for the provision of appropriate, high-quality care to a defined caseload which may be of a complex nature, using the appropriate model of care and evidenced based practice.Work in partnership with other professional to enable patients / clients to be maintained in an appropriate environment. To work within Trust clinical guidelines, HCPC and Registrant Body guidelines and to have a working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own practise against these. To demonstrate as appropriate skills for assessment and treatment of patients e.g., dexterity, co-ordination, palpatory and other senses

See Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and application of current best practice in relevant area of practice
• Application of therapeutic Outcome measures and Models of practice
• Application of the process of standard setting, audit, evaluation and review
• A sound knowledge of the core Occupational Therapy skills and their application in this field
• Be able to communicate effectively with service users within the specific client group
• Demonstrates a good knowledge of the Health and Care Profession Councils standards of Proficiency and the therapeutic responsibility to identify gaps in their knowledge base
• Demonstrate knowledge of the concepts of mentorship, and supervision
• Evidence of active participation in supervision and the appraisal process
• Experience of group and individual interventions with the specific client group
• Experience working in a collaborative way with the MDT and service users/carers.
• Good time management skills
• Apply and promote therapeutic skills, to include carrying out assessments, setting clear reablement goals and facilitating a wide variety of therapeutic interventions.
• Able to apply Person Centred Approaches
• Apply clinical skills and able to reflect on own and others practice.
• Excellent range of communication skills, able to motivate and support other staff.
• Self-management and motivation skills
• Risk assessment skills.
• IT literate
• Ability to travel across boundaries.
• Awareness of factors contributing to good health and the importance of promoting these in line with organisational public health policy
• Understanding of partnership working
• Awareness of local agenda in health and social care
• Have good listening skills

Desirable

• Demonstrate leadership skills to be able to initiate, monitor and implement change and fully
• Apply Professional skills to enable MDT working partnerships and liaise with external agencies

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and ability to express an understanding of the Occupational Therapy process including formulation of intervention plans grounded in clinical reasoning
• General knowledge of the principles of clinical governance
• Have an understanding of clinical and environmental risk assessment
• Evidence of CPD/Short courses

Desirable

• Familiar with Electronic Patient Records
• Management and clinical leadership
• A basic understanding of Relevant legislation including The Mental Capacity Act

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Occupational Therapy Diploma / Degree (BSc/MSc)
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Desirable

• Membership of professional Body

Experience

Essential

• Experience of relevant Occupational Therapy functional assessment
• Experience of successful team working
• Experience of liaison with internal and external services and agencies

Desirable

• Experience of serviced development audit and research practice relevant to the clinical area
• Experience of planning and facilitating therapeutic groups for patients / clients
• Experience of service Development
• Experience of being involved in clinical audit and/or research

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

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ICRAS Southport and Formby, Curzon Road

5 Curzon Road

Southport

PR8 6PL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Driving Duties

Patient Transport Drivers must have at least 2 years driving experience and hold a full manual driving licence. Those applicants with points and endorsements will be asked to declare them in their application. These declarations will be checked, and applicants may not be successful if their licence status is deemed to not align with the requirements of the role.

PTD duties also include driving Trust vehicles, in a manner that provides a safe and smooth journey for their passengers, following the highway code. They will ensure that their vehicles are roadworthy, fully equipped, fuelled and maintained in a clean and tidy manner. reporting immediately any defects or accidents.

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/s below.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE English and Maths. Or educated to NVQ level 3
• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting.
• Manual UK Driving License
• 2 years' driving experience experience

Desirable

• Advanced driving qualifications
• First aid or similar experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of dealing with the elderly/infirm individuals with health conditions or mobilities issues
• Experience in Patient Transport Service or similar.
• Understanding importance of following procedures in role.
• Understanding of data confidentiality.
• Experience in reporting incidents and near misses.
• Ability to recognise when to share pertinent information.

Skills

Essential

• Able to use own initiative
• Responds positively to changing workloads.
• Ability to recognise and respond to risk.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a part of a wider team.
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Decisive problem-solving ability.
• Ability to plan economical routes.
• Ability to map-read and/or use satellite navigation.

Desirable

• Able to work under pressure
• Work within team framework

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of diversity and inclusion
• Understanding of Trust Values and expected behaviors.
• Ability to prioritize workload, work under pressure and deliver results.
• Adaptability and flexibility in changing environments
• Professional, calm and reassuring manner
• Ability to apply "customer care" skills.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake training and continuous learning
• Work towards improving quality of service
• Work to deliver agreed objectives

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Newham University Hospital

London

E13 8SL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma / degree in Physiotherapy (or working towards)
• Registration with the Health Professions Council (HCPC)
• Evidence of maintained CPD

Desirable

• Membership of the CSP

Experience

Essential

• Well rounded experience of a variety of clinical areas as a student
• Experience of working as part of a team/ MDT
• Good theoretical knowledge

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of CSP guidelines, Trust policies & procedures
• Excellent verbal, non verbal and written skills
• Ability to organise, delegate and prioritise in a timely and effective manner
• Ability to cope with working in a moderately physical and stressful environment with aggressive and emotional people

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Flexibility
• Problem Solving
• Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pilgrim Hospital, Boston

Sibsey Road

Boston +1

PE21 9QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Advanced typing and formatting skills
• Previous NHS administration experience at a Senior level
• Excellent time management skills to manage a busy workload
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong and clear communication skills
• Initiative and problem-solving abilities
• Energetic, flexible and proactive approach
• Experience of SystmOne/AMSPAR desirable.
• A pioneering approach, welcoming and embedding digital innovations to improve administrative processes and streamline efficiencies
• An inclusive, 'one team' approach to supporting colleagues and service users
• A caring attitude, supporting patients and colleagues with kindness and professionalism at all times

Please see full Job Description attached

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19

Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• NVQ level 4 in Business Studies or Administration or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• RSAIII (or equivalent)
• Educated to G.C.S.E. or equivalent in English and Maths
• Audio Typing/AMSPAR qualification
• Microsoft Office software packages, to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experienced Administrator at Senior Level
• Experience of line management responsibility
• Experience of preparation of reports and taking of and producing minutes, together with setting agendas and distribution of associated papers
• Experience of arranging large meetings
• Experience of managing diaries
• Experience of composing correspondence for approval

Skills

Essential

• Plan and prioritise own workload in a busy environment
• Well-developed office management skills including the reviewing and/or setting up of systems
• Good verbal communication skills including the ability to persuade, motivate and influence others
• Good written communication skills with a high standard of accuracy
• Communicate sensitive and confidential issues in an appropriate manner
• Respond effectively and appropriately to external calls and queries from members of the public and external stakeholders

Abilities

Essential

• Ability to organise and evaluate data, assessing its importance by creating and maintaining databases and spreadsheets
• Ability to construct clear, grammatically correct letters and reports presenting work accurately and neatly
• Takes initiative and uses own judgement in anticipating and dealing with queries and problems
• Ability to adapt to change and develop own systems to meet changing priorities
• Able to work on a variety of tasks with deadlines at any one time with minimum 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Peace Children's Centre

Watford

WD17 3EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 10th September 2026

Closing date : 24th September 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Doctoral level training in clinical psychology, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and Neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the British Psychological Society and the HCPC.
• HCPC registered practitioner psychologist/accredited membership of the appropriate professional body

Desirable

• Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care, and inpatient settings.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course with presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity, including severe and enduring mental health problems, psychosis and personality disorder. This includes maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the possibility of physical abuse.
• Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex multivariable data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology.

Desirable

• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
• Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
• Experience of working with people experiencing an at-risk mental state or psychosis

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management. Skills in evidence based psychological interventions.
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinical sensitive information to clients, their family, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.

Additional requirements

Essential

• Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Benton View

Forest Hall

NE12 7JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 10th September 2026

Closing date : 24th September 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RMN/RNMH/ RNLD
• ENB 998 / P126/127 or equivalent.
• Student Assessor /Mentor

Desirable

• Qualification to Degree level
• Management Qualification
• Staff Training and Development
• Leadership experience
• Therapy Based Training qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Continued professional development
• Post registration clinical experience
• Staff Appraisal
• Clinical Supervision
• Mental health/learning disabilities needs
• Care Co-ordination
• Safeguarding
• Carer needs
• 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Good interpersonal and Communication
• Collaborative working
• Time Management
• Change Management
• Conflict resolution
• Risk Assessment/ Management
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritise

Desirable

• Leadership
• Operational Management
• Recruitment and Selection
• Change Management
• Change Management
• Debriefing

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth Northumberland

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Health Care Assistant role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• An understanding of working in a healthcare setting
• Vocational qualification at Level 2 or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge or personal care and related procedures

Desirable

• Experience of working in a care setting

Communication Skills

Essential

• Evidence of working in a team
• Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Avenue

Southend

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities

• To provide line management for the Housekeeping Supervisors and their teams.
• To undertake return to work meetings, sickness reviews, PDRs and 1:1 appraisal within the housekeeping and domestic services in line with Trust Policies, ensuring the Healthroster and ESR are updated accurately and in a timely manner.
• To promote a safe working environment within Housekeeping, ensuring the safe use and storage of all equipment, materials, and chemicals.
• To organise the working rota for the housekeeping supervisory team on Health Roster.
• To ensure that all the housekeeping / domestic teams are trained in food safety, allergens, special diets, textured modified meals, nutrition and hydration.
• To undertake food service audits to check that HACCP (hazard analysis critical control point) documentation has been completed in line with Trust Policy and Legislation and to take corrective action for non-compliance.
• To provide assurance and governance around audits of all clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Liaise with clinical and non-clinical teams regarding the standard of cleanliness of their areas.
• To ensure a daily hand over is conducted with any presenting issues being escalated to the housekeeping manager.
• Ensure close liaison with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the seamless delivery of facilities services.
• Oversee technical cleaning audits and rectifications to ensure any failures are rectified in a timely manner.
• Responsibility for overseeing spot checks on how the teams clean, cleanliness of the environment including cleaning cupboards and equipment.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent
• ILM Level 3 or equivalent leadership qualification
• NVQ Level 2 in British Institute of Cleaning in Domestic Services or equivalent
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of leadership and managing a team

Desirable

• Relevant experience of using Microsoft Programmes

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Significant knowledge of Food Safety/Food Service including temperature control Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points HACCP
• Significant experience of Health & Safety, including COSHH and Safe Systems of Cleaning

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to be proactive and think dynamically

Desirable

• Flexible approach with the ability to work independently
• Ability to manage conflict and contentious situations where negotiation skills may be 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

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Moseley Hall Hospital

Alcester Road

Birmingham

B13 8JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/ qualifications

Essential

• Educated to NVQ Level 3 in business administration or similar experience

Desirable

• Junior management qualification or equivalent experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Working knowledge of a range of CERNER EPR and MS Office applications
• Experience of staff management, including objective setting and appraisal, performance review & people development

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical rotas
• Experience in dealing sensitively with a range of people issues and complaints

Skills

Essential

• Ability to develop working processes for the team and create a positive working environment to ensure effective performance
• Ability to use initiative and act independently within remit

Desirable

• Working knowledge of HR policies

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

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Cross site: Northwick Park, Ealing and Central Middlesex Hospital

Watford Road

Harrow

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

Job overview

The Pharmacy department is looking for an Assistant Technical Officer to become part of our friendly, patient centred team based within the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, Essex. You will support various pharmacy teams including the dispensary, pharmacy stores, and aseptic unit.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the pharmaceutical care of hospital patients through the supply of medicines, and is suitable for qualified Pharmacy Assistants or those new to the field looking to start their career in pharmacy.

You will also have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills if required through our Level 2 Pharmacy Pharmacy Services Programme which will give a fantastic foundation to your work and could be the launch pad to progress.

Main duties of the job

Your main duties will be centred around the pharmacy stores, ensuring wards are fully stocked with the medicines they require to treat their patients. You will also get the opportunity to work in our dispensary supplying medicines for in-patients and on discharge and there may be further opportunities in our aseptic unit.

Our Pharmacy team is a notoriously friendly and diverse team who work together in a mixture of behind-the-scenes and patient-facing roles to deliver safe and effective medicines.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further details, please refer to the attached job description and person specification, which is available to download at any time.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name: Hannah LeMar

Job title: Education, Training and Personnel Manager

Email address: [email protected]

Telephone number: 01279978301

Additional contact information: Available for informal calls or visits Monday-Wednesday 09.00-13.00

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good Standard of Basic Education
• 3 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and English
• The ability to successfully complete an NVQ Level 2 in pharmacy services.

Experience

Essential

• Meticulous to Detail
• Good Thinking & Reasoning Skills
• Good Communication Skills, both written and oral.
• Good team player, with ability to work in a multidisciplinary 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.

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

We are inviting expressions of interest for a acting up/secondment into the role of General Manager for Medical Specialties, Frailty and General Medicine, this is an interim post for initially 6 months.

The General Manager is a high-profile leadership role within the Trust. Together with the Head of Nursing, the post holder will be responsible for overall management/ leadership of the designated care groups. Working with the management teams, clinical leads, matrons and senior AHP leads, to develop and evaluate all services within their remit.

The General Manager will ensure that effective and efficient structures are in place to ensure that all standards of patient care are met, and associated risk and governance matters are managed. The post holder will support the Head of Nursing and Clinical Leads in developing efficient and effective patient centred services, meeting key financial and operational performance targets, and putting in place effective processes for delivering national / local targets, reviewing the efficiency and effectiveness of services in terms of cost effectiveness and financial flows.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across designated Care Groups.
• Deliver high-quality, efficient and patient-centred services.
• Lead service improvement, transformation and redesign initiatives.
• Ensure delivery of financial, workforce, quality and operational performance targets.
• Develop strong partnerships with clinicians, corporate teams and external stakeholders.
• Oversee governance, risk management, patient experience and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop multidisciplinary management teams, fostering an inclusive and high-performing culture.
• Support business planning, commissioning, contracting and service development activities.
• Drive the use of data, digital innovation and evidence-based decision-making to improve outcomes.

For an informal discussion contact Emma Bright, Interim Divisional Director of Operations.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Education to a masters degree level or equivalent experience
• Recognised post-graduate management qualification or equivalent
• experience

Experience

Essential

• Significant general and operational management experience to include
• the management of a large multi-disciplinary group of staff part of which
• to have been in the NHS.
• A proven record of success in managing significant operational / strategic
• change whilst also developing and maintaining the provision of a highquality
• service, within a clinical setting, with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience of team working and building and maintaining effective
• working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment
• Fully developing staff potential through facilitating training, development
• and education initiatives
• Demonstrable ability to lead and influence
• Evidence of sound budgetary management experience
• Experience in service redesign and project management

Desirable

• Experience of working with external organisations (GP practices, social
• services, community services, local authority, etc)
• Experience in managing quality/ clinical audit/ clinical governance/ risk
• management issues

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

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.

Fixed term end date - 18/06/2027

Job overview

The Pharmacy department is looking for an Assistant Technical Officer to become part of our friendly, patient centred team based within the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, Essex. You will support various pharmacy teams including the dispensary, pharmacy stores, and aseptic unit. This position is offered on a fixed term basis for 9 months maternity cover.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the pharmaceutical care of hospital patients through the supply of medicines, and is suitable for qualified Pharmacy Assistants or those new to the field looking to start their career in pharmacy.

You will also have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills if required through our Level 2 Pharmacy Pharmacy Services Programme which will give a fantastic foundation to your work and could be the launch pad to progress.

Main duties of the job

Your main duties will be centred around the pharmacy stores, ensuring wards are fully stocked with the medicines they require to treat their patients. You will also get the opportunity to work in our dispensary supplying medicines for in-patients and on discharge and there may be further opportunities in our aseptic unit.

Our Pharmacy team is a notoriously friendly and diverse team who work together in a mixture of behind-the-scenes and patient-facing roles to deliver safe and effective medicines.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further details, please refer to the attached job description and person specification, which is available to download at any time.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name: Hannah LeMar

Job title: Education, Training and Personnel Manager

Email address: [email protected]

Telephone number: 01279978301

Additional contact information: Available for informal calls or visits Monday-Wednesday 09.00-13.00

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good Standard of Basic Education
• 3 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and English
• The ability to successfully complete an NVQ Level 2 in pharmacy services.

Experience

Essential

• Meticulous to Detail
• Good Thinking & Reasoning Skills
• Good Communication Skills, both written and oral.
• Good team player, with ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Computer Literate

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

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Healthcare Assistant to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Winchester, a category B prison located in Winchester.

HMP Winchester is a busy male prison with a capacity for 690 inmates. We are recruiting for a Substance Misuse Healthcare Assistant to support the wider team with tasks such as observations, second sign to support pharmacy, helping out with recovery and supporting with the wider ISMS Team.

Hours

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £31,789 per annum per annum.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Romsey Rd

Winchester

Hampshire

SO22 5DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical: To support Psychologists/Psychological Therapists with assessments and interventions (e.g. risk assessments, neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observations and semi-structured interviews) of service users, family members and others involved in the service users care, as appropriate to level of training, competence and under live or regular supervision from a qualified Psychologist/Psychological Therapist. To formulate and deliver care, training or research plans within settings where there may be a hostile atmosphere, challenging behaviour or high levels of expressed emotion. To support the delivery of evidence based psychological interventions for service users. To assist in the development of psychologically based frameworks of understanding and care to the benefit of all service users of the service. To conduct literature searches, collate audit and outcome evidence, analyse relevant data and produce reports to inform and enhance care delivered by the service. To work with other team members to improve care, training and research practices and the quality of life of service users. To attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings. To carry out other clinical and administrative tasks as appropriate to the post holders grade. To prepare and manage materials for clinical groups and evaluation projects.

Teaching, training and supervision: To receive regular supervision and line management from a Psychologist/Psychological Therapist. To gain wider experience of professional psychology and psychosocial interventions and management, within the principal service area where the post holder is employed. To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties. To contribute to the training and support of other staff in psychological care.

IT responsibilities: To develop and manage systems for efficient administration and co-ordination of care, training or research. To establish and maintain records and statistics concerning the service. To be acquainted with, implement and maintain all relevant Trust and Psychology and Psychological Therapies policies and procedures. To report immediately any incidents affecting staff, users or visitors on health and probation service property in accordance with Trust and HMPPS policies. To manage diaries, work plans and project plans as required. To carry out other administrative tasks as appropriate to the post holders grade.

Research and service evaluation: To initiate, implement and contribute to the evaluation, monitoring and development of the service, including audit and service evaluation, with colleagues within and across the service, to help develop and improve services. To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research in order to promote evidence based clinical practice. This will contribute to the clinical work of Psychologists/Psychological Therapists and other team members. To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects with the service as required. To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.

General: To contribute to the development and maintenance of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes, in consultation with the post holders professional and service manager(s). To contribute to the development and articulation of best practice across the service, by continuing to develop relevant professional skills, taking part in regular professional supervision and appraisal and maintaining an active engagement with current developments in the relevant disciplines. To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance in accordance with professional codes of practice and Trust/LPP/HMPPS policies and procedures. To maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and issues in relation to both the specific client group and mental health. To maintain confidentiality and information governance in line with Trust and HMPPS policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A lower second class (2.2) honours degree or higher in psychology
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in a relevant area of professional psychology, health and social care practice and / or research design and analysis

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with service users with complex needs/mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or forensic histories
• Experience of working with people from diverse backgrounds and with a range of cultural experiences
• Experience of group work and/or individual therapeutic contact
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with databases, research and methodology

Desirable

• Experience of using psychometric tests and/or risk assessments
• Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis and good working knowledge of statistical packages
• Experience of providing teaching or training to other professionals
• A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology
• Personal or lived experience that is relevant to understanding of the work and issues faced by service users

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work well within a team and foster good working relationships, as well as work autonomously to manage own workload and time
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, sensitive and potentially distressing information to service users and other professional colleagues
• Ability to assimilate complex information and use reflective/analytic thinking to apply psychological perspectives in work in a healthcare setting
• Ability to be reflective in therapeutic practice and use clinical supervision appropriately and effectively
• Ability to be flexible and cope with multiple demands

Desirable

• Skills in providing low intensity psychological interventions
• Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to mental health and criminal justice contexts
• High standard of report writing

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blue Star House

234-244 Stockwell Road

London

SW9 9SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We deliver robust in service training around all areas of practice including but not limited to MEED, ARFID, FT-AN, risk management, and CBT skills and knowledge. Developing our team is a top priority for us to ensure effective care and confidence and competency in our team. We deliver an ARFID pathway and an intensive outreach team.

Person Specification

essential

Essential

• Comprehensive experience of working with complexity and comorbidities in MH setting
• Passion for eating disorders
• CPD in eating disorder sand relatable areas
• Excellent interpersonal and relational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Black Country

Black Country

WS10 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide both direct and indirect intervention with guidance, direction and supervision from a qualified clinician.To carry out interventions (individual or group) using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals. To refer to a qualified Occupational Therapist/Speech and Language Therapist who will oversee the monitoring, evaluation and modification of treatment in order to measure progress and to ensure effective interventionTo screen and monitor risks associated with swallowing disorders as directed by the relevant clinician always escalating risks immediately to a qualified clinician for action.Work with clients/families/other agencies as required independently following appropriate guidance, procedures and following preparation from a qualified clinician.Liaise with significant others involved in the management of the client, within and outside the NHS, to ensure the clients needs are met effectively and efficiently.To support and deliver training and therapeutic groups under guidance of qualified cliniciansUnder the guidance of qualified clinicians, have responsibility for organising his/her own clinical administration, achieving key performance targets and ensuring a cost-effective quality service.Responsibility for maintaining accurate and contemporaneous client records (within 24 hours), overseen by a qualified member of clinician, in order to ensure compliance with departmental, professional and legal requirements.Carry out clinical administrative activity associated with client care, to support the clinical team, including making and cancelling appointments, making and receiving telephone calls, and any other client related administration.Undertakes the development and provision of therapy materials to support clinical intervention under the direction of the qualified clinicians.Contribute to service development, quality initiatives and the collection of statistical information, as appropriate, to ensure whole-staff ownership and implementation of quality care.Adhere to the clinical and quality standards in place within the clinical team.The post-holder is subject to annual appraisal and regular supervision so that work targets are set and competencies and development needs can be achieved.To undertake any other duties of a similar nature consistent with the responsibilities of this post in order to provide a quality forensic community team service.

Person Specification

knowledge skills and experience

Essential

• educational qualifications/experience in working with people with learning disabilities

Desirable

• understanding of assessment and treatment / experience of working in the 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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forensic Community Team Jack Judge House Halesowen Street Oldbury B69 2AJ

Jack Judge House Halesowen Street

Oldbury

B69 2AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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