Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Person Spec

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• Band 5 Experience in all essential core areas (2)
• Theoretical / clinical applications of interventions related to respiratory, orthopaedic elderly care, frailty and neurological (2)
• Evidence of critical appraisal and professional development
• Ability to manage own caseload and identify priorities and problem solve.
• Evidence of ability to work well with the MDT
• Evidence of discharge planning skills
• excellent verbal and written communication skills and computer literacy
• displays CARES values
• evidence of flexibility, resilience

Desirable

• relevant post graduate training
• experience of supervision of support workers/students
• other relevant clinical experience
• teaching and presentation skills
• experience of service development, audit 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

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hillingdon Hospital

Pield Heath Road

Uxbridge

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical:1. To undertake nutritional assessment and calculate nutritionalrequirements of referred in-patients at Hillingdon Hospital NHS Trust,taking into account medical, social and cultural factors.2. To provide nutrition and dietary advice suitable for the patientsmedical, social and cultural factors which is evidence-based.3. To negotiate change with patients to enable them to achieve dietarytargets set.4. To monitor and review nutritional care plans against outcomemeasures and adjust care plan to facilitate achievement of goals.

Person Specification

Person Spec

Essential

• Degree or equivalent or post graduate qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Evidence of current HCPC registration (State Registered Dietitian)
• Relevant dietetic experience of managing an inpatient and outpatient caseload either on clinical placement or post graduate dietetic experience.
• Experience of working with patients who require artificial nutrition.
• Experience of working as part of an MDT in the acute and/or community setting
• Recent experience in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of nutrition education programs for patients or staff
• Experience of working in multicultural environments and with different ethnic groups
• Effective team working
• Working knowledge of a range of clinical conditions and current best practice for dietetic management in particularly type 2 diabetes, nutrition support, weight management, CVD and IBS
• Knowledge of medications commonly used in adult inpatients and their common side effects
• Knowledge of nutritional needs and nutritional assessment
• Competence in calculating nutritional requirements.
• Basic competence in assessment for enteral feeding, enteral feeding products, equipment, and regimens.

Desirable

• Member of the British Dietetic Association or covered by professional indemnity insurance.
• Member of BDA Specialist Interest Group
• Experience of training student dietitians

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

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hillingdon Hospital

Pield Heath Road

Uxbridge

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification or experience in Business administration, project support or a related subject.
• Experience of providing a full range of administrative support, including diary management, minute taking and meeting coordination.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to maintain accurate records, trackers and documents.
• A proactive, organised and discreet approach, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines and escalate issues appropriately.

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important 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. AI must 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 be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud 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. Please don't hesitate to email: Karen Smythe: [email protected], who'll be 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 please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification/experience in business administration, project support or a related subject.
• Knowledge and experience of using a variety of software programmes/packages, including Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Previous knowledge and experience of working in an office and/or customer care environment, undertaking a full range of administrative duties including diary management, minute taking and meeting coordination.
• Experience of providing administrative support to projects, including maintaining action logs, trackers, meeting papers or project records

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of diary management, meeting coordination and supporting senior colleagues with administrative priorities
• Ability to use a practical problem-solving approach in everyday situations and escalate issues appropriately
• Good IT skills, with the ability to navigate various systems and software packages, maintain trackers, update spreadsheets and format documents.

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

London House, London Road, Bracknell, RG12 2UT

Bracknell

RG12 2UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Summary of Post: The purpose of this role is to is reduce social isolation and loneliness among older people across Coventry and Warwickshire by enabling meaningful social connections.

The post holder will support the delivery, promotion and development of the befriending service and wider social connections initiative, working collaboratively with clients, volunteers, community organisations and key stakeholders to strengthen community networks, enhance client wellbeing, and create opportunities for older people to stay connected, active, independent and engaged in later life.

Location: Regular weekly presence at our Leamington office with travel throughout Coventry & Warwickshire.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Plan, organise and deliver a variety of events and activities for socially isolated older people across Coventry & Warwickshire, ensuring any contractual obligations and organisational objectives are met.

2. Promote events and activities through a variety of channels including social media and community networks, as well as support with the wider promotion of the befriending service, social connections initiatives and volunteer recruitment and retention activities.

3. Develop and maintain strong relationships with local organisations, businesses and community groups, identifying opportunities for collaborative partnerships and fund raising.

4. Support the Team leader in identifying, developing and delivering new referral pathways and outreach initiatives to reach and engage with isolated older people, as well as actively contributing to the continuous development of the befriending service.

5. Maintain regular contact with clients awaiting a befriending match, identifying any changes in level of need or additional support requirements.

6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local community activities and internal services to support individuals build social networks or access appropriate support.

7. Assist the Administrators where required with client assessments and matches and volunteer screenings and inductions.

8. Gain appropriate consents and accurately record on the CRM database client and volunteer personal data, interactions, attendance records and outcomes.

9. Actively seek client and volunteer feedback to support service improvement, monitor satisfaction levels and complete case studies.

10. Represent the charity at community forums and networking events.

11. Conduct risk assessments where required in clients homes or venues, ensuring safety and suitability.

12. Promptly report any concerns regarding a clients safety or welfare to the line manager or designated safeguarding lead.

13. To adhere to all relevant organisation policies and procedures with particular reference to health & safety, safeguarding and GDPR.

14. To undertake appropriate training and personal development as required for the role.

15. To portray a positive image of the organisation both internally and externally.

16. To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required, consistent with the nature and grade of the post.

All staff have an individual responsibility to comply with the organisations policies and practices.

A regular DBS check is a requirement of this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Good general education typically including Maths and English GCSE at grades C or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of organising events, community activities and/or working with local communities.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including service users in a front-facing role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly build rapport.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Full driving licence with access to own transport and ability to travel across Coventry & Warwickshire.
• Self-motivated and the ability to work using own initiative.
• Team player.
• Empathetic & non-judgemental.
• Commitment to equality of opportunity.

Desirable

• An understanding of the challenges facing older/vulnerable people.
• Awareness of Health & Safety & Safeguarding principles.
• Promoting events or services and creating marketing material, including via social media.
• Good IT skills, including experience with CRM systems and Microsoft packages including Word and Outlook.

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

Age UK Coventry and Warwickshire

Address

8 Clemens Street

Leamington Spa

Warwickshire

CV31 2DL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic and rheumatology services. We want everyone to have the opportunity to thrive. We help people help themselves, to get back to their best or to simply find a new way forward.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Previous experience within a healthcare environment is desirable

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience within a healthcare environment is desirable

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Cora Health Group Limited

Address

North London

London

Greater London

SW1V 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.corahealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We Listen, We Learn, We Lead:

*Contribute to, support and promote ECCH's, strategic direction, values and culture in relation to proactive and reactive services.

*Discuss all treatment options with sensitivity, knowledge and expertise, and to act as a patient advocate when appropriate, respecting patient confidentiality with privacy and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds and requirements.

*Provide leadership and ensure effective management of the team through identified lines of responsibility within Primary Care Homes.

*Act as a resource for other health and social care professionals on matters relating to community nursing.

*Contribute to the management, coordination, development and audit of delegated caseloads in partnership with members of the team, to ensure the provision of high quality service to families, individuals, and groups within the community for the provision of their physical, social and psychological well-being.

*Participate in clinical supervision within Primary Care Home as required.

*Participate and maintain a learning environment and maximise opportunities for education and development in the clinical area to enhance individual development and performance in the delivery of high standards of care.

*Develop excellent internal and external networks in order to promote Primary Care Network.

*Contribute to the clinical governance agenda through participation in clinical risk assessment and management and clinical audit.

*Critically evaluate research findings, national guidelines and implement changes in clinical practice as appropriate.

*Create an environment conducive to effective working, respecting and supporting staff to deliver high quality clinical services.

*Actively manage, change and foster innovation within proactive and reactive care.

*To deputise for the Lead Nurse or Integrated Care Lead if required.

Work Together, Achieve Together:

*Work as part of the multidisciplinary Primary Care Home to deliver proactive and reactive services.

*Work in collaboration with colleagues to develop care pathways for patients requiring a range of healthcare needs and reablement.

*Work collaboratively with residential care homes and communitycolleagues to promote high standards of care.

*Contribute to the review of current policies/ protocols/guidelines and the development of clinical pathways and outcomes for people requiring proactive and reactive services.

*Work collaboratively with the Primary Care Home Team and the training department to assess the clinical training needs of staff.

*To formulate an individualised management and/or treatment plan, using clinical reasoning skills and utilizing a wide range of treatment skills in order to formulate a specialised programme of care. This will ensure patients meet their re-ablement goals and promote independence.

*To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a coordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include discussion of patient care and case management.

*To work collaboratively with colleagues in partner organisations towards a shared objective of seamless, patient-focussed service provision

My Accountability, My Responsibility:

*Plan and organise a range of complex clinical activities in a wide range of community settings to ensure best practice is delivered across your designated area of responsibility.

*To undertake a holistic assessment of patients, including those with a complex presentation, using investigative and analytical skills.

*Consistently identify deteriorating patients and evidence ability to escalate

*To oversee the coordination and case management of patients requiring out of hours support, and ensure appropriate follow up is arranged where neededTo provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of the service and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care.

*To assess mental capacity, gain valid informed consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack this capacity to consent to treatment.

*To assess for environmental aids and arrange for provision or provide advice on where aids can be obtained.

*Take responsibility for own personal and professional development; maintain competence, knowledge and skills commensurate with role.

*Be wholly accountable for practice taking every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence and, ensure all aspects of professional behaviour as required within professional code are followed at all times.

*Maintain legible, accurate and contemporaneous patient records in accordance with ECCH Policy and professional standards for record keeping.

*To communicate assessment and treatment results to the appropriate disciplines in the form of reports or letters.

*Take responsibility to ensure compliance with Health and Safety Policy, Fire and Environmental Waste Regulations.

*Be responsible for understanding, following and implementing ECCH policies and procedures.

*Manage individual performance, reporting areas of concern and non--compliance to the Integrated Care Lead.

*Ensure staff compliance with ECCH risk management systems, proactively identifying risk, reporting and managing risk within area of responsibility.

Be Cost Conscious, Respect Or Resources:

*Take responsibility for the cost effective management and safe use of expensive clinical equipment and to ensure the safe use of equipment by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice.

*Contribute to the effective use of resources.

*Contribute to the evaluation of training programmes to support patients and carers gain the necessary knowledge and skills to maintain independence.

*All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our Values and Signature Behaviours in the care and service they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these as an essential part of their job role.

*Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word 'CARE'. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone.

*Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Professional Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Nurse Level 1 (Adult)
• *BSc in Nursing Practice or equivalent
• *Evidence of continued professional development and a professional portfolio.
• *Leadership/ management qualification or willing to undertake
• *Health Coaching programme or willing to undertake

Desirable

• *Specialist Practitioner Qualification in District Nursing
• *Community Nurse Prescriber v100 /v150
• *Independent non- medical prescriber
• *Mentorship / Teaching and Assessing Course (ENB 998) or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• *Experience working within a similar field of nursing/healthcare
• *Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• *Experience of working with frail older adults and awareness of the complex issues relating to this client group.

Desirable

• *Previous experience at band 6 level.
• *Clinical experience gained in a community/intermediate care setting.
• *Student supervision/clinical education
• *Experience of clinical audit
• *Experience of successful change management
• *Experience of facilitating clinical supervision

Additional Criteria

Essential

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Knowledge and understanding of the National Standards Framework for the Elderly (March 2001)
• *Ability to deal sensitively with patients who may have high levels of anxiety.
• *Capacity to concentrate for considerable periods of time during assessment and management of patients and be expected to respond immediately to interruptions.
• *Must have an understanding of the legal and ethical issues pertaining to nursing.
• *Leadership skills
• *Assessment and patient management skills
• *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• *Negotiating and influencing skills
• *Good IT skills
• *Effective organisation and time management skills
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• *Able to work both collaboratively within a team and independently.
• *Able to contribute to team, service and organisational development.
• *Commitment to person centred, non-discriminatory practice.
• *Aware of requirements for confidentiality.
• *Forward thinking with excellent interpersonal skills.
• *Able to maintain judgment under pressure.
• *Able to maintain motivation, drive, enthusiasm.
• *Flexible approach to work and participate in various shift patterns.
• *Full UK driving licence
• *Due to the variety of community working, the ability will be needed to access a diverse range of properties to carry out assessments.
• *Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours:
• (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together).
• *Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community 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).

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 Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Beccles Hospital

St Mary's Road

Beccles

Suffolk

NR34 9NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

An opportunity has arisen for Health Care Assistant to join a 20 bedded acute inpatient assessment unit for older adult service. New Spenser ward is a busy unit, the friendly and enthusiastic team aim to provide a holistic assessment and treatment for older adults, suffering from functional illness. New Spenser ward is based in Chertsey (St Peters Hospital Campus).

The position of the healthcare assistant is to ensure that service users needs are met and to assist team in maintaining high standards of care delivery. We are looking for candidates with good communication skills, a flexible approach and enthusiasm to work within the team. Candidate will assist team to develop and achieve ward and organizational objectives. Candidate will participate in staff meetings and training and development activities as necessary to ensure their skills and knowledge are up to date.

To be responsible & accountable for the assessment of clients and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.

To demonstrate clinical expertise and act as a positive role model. To act as an information resource to other members of the multi-disciplinary team. To liaise with all agencies involved in the care of clients within the unit.

Provide and promote the provision of a safe and effective service to clients, visitors & Staff. If you care for others without a second thought and are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference and change lives for the better.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• An NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a paid or unpaid 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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

New Spenser Ward

St Peters Hospital Site Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Shared Team

Work in a professional and collaborative manner with the multi-disciplinary team.

Where required, to be involved in the multidisciplinary team duty system and undertake dutyassessments, as necessary.

Fulfil the care-coordinator role under ECC framework, including planning and coordinating Case Conferences/Reviews.

Ensure intervention is provided in a range of settings suitable to meet the needs of clients.

Provide information, education and support for family members, carers and other relevantprofessionals.

Participate and promote positive intra-agency working.

Participate in case load supervision to monitor the standards of service user care and ensurerecord keeping is in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.

Participate in regular clinical supervision with Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist, as per Trust policy.

Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated care pathways, including appropriate service user assessments/referrals and models of care.

Contribute to client related developments and therapeutic interventions carried out by the whole team e.g. cognitive behavioural therapy, psycho-social interventions.

Compile and maintain effective client records and record outcome measures in conjunctionwith clients and in accordance with Professional and Trust policies, procedures and standards.

Participate in the induction, training or education of a variety of staff, students or volunteers attached to the team/service.

Clinical Occupational Therapy Specific

Undertake occupational therapy assessments, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits in areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.

Plan and implement individual and/or group interventions, using selected and graded activity to develop the clients skills in identified areas of deficit.

Undertake occupational therapy assessments, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits in areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.

Plan and implement individual and/or group interventions, using selected and graded activity to develop the clients skills in identified areas of deficit.

Managerial / Professional Leadership

Assist in the organisation and planning of OT service delivery e.g. OT recruitment panels, ensuring OT staff/service cover.

Provide professional advice as required, for performance management of OT staff e.g.competency monitoring.

Participate in Serious Untoward Incident investigations/reviews as required.

Deputise for the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist, as required.

Contribute to the writing and implementation of practice guidelines, policies and procedures, and use specialist knowledge to propose service changes.

Contribute to staff participation in the formulation of new ideas/suggestions to improve service user care and service delivery.

Ensure the principles of Clinical Governance are incorporated in service delivery by maintaining a High-quality service based on agreed clinical standards.

Contribute to the strategic development of the OT services.

Manage and prioritise designated occupational therapy referrals according to need, risk andservice capacity.

Provide specialist professional/clinical leadership to occupational therapists and support staff.

Liaise with and develop effective working links with the wider multi-disciplinary team. Attend professional meetings as required.

Maintain an effective supervision structure, and provide professional supervision for designated OT staff, addressing clinical, personal and professional issues.

Assist in the induction of OT staff to the service.

Participate in the performance monitoring of services in accordance with national and localtargets.

Provide statistical information on workforce and service user activity as required.

Be responsible for the care, maintenance and monitoring of equipment used by clients andbring any defects or deficits to the attention of the appropriate authority. E.g. ADL equipment.

Ensure requirements for health and safety and safe working practice are met throughformal and regular risk assessments and communications as required. E.g. Cascade of HSAalerts.

Assist in the maintenance and updating of the units equipment inventories and serviceschedules. Ensure regular servicing, maintenance, repair or replacement as requiredadhering to Health & Safety, COSHH and Medical Devices Agency regulations.

Responsibilities for all staff:

All post holders will agree to:

Commit to the vision of supporting Mersey Care in becoming a leading organisation in the provision of community services, mental health care and learning disability care.

Role model the values of the Trust Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Respectfulness, Enthusiasm, and Support in all activities and interactions.

Challenge the stigma associated with mental health and learning disabilities.

Comply with the Duty of Candour, working across professional and organisational boundaries to improve services.

Uphold and protect the reputation of the Trust both inside and outside of work, ensuring that actions and behaviours reflect the values and standards of Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust at all times.

Value the contribution of the patient and service users voice, as well as the views of families and carers.

Maintain their specific knowledge base and develop new skills.

Observe statutory duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of adults and children.

Actively participate in creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels equally valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Commit to Mersey Cares mission of being an actively anti-racist health care provider and employer.

Take responsibility for the accurate and timely collection and recording of data.

Operate within organisational codes of practice, comply with all health and safety legislation, organisational policies and operating procedures.

Understand and embrace the role of digital technology in the workplace.

Comply with the NHS Constitution in relation to staff responsibilities.

Support the creation of a positive environment and Restorative Just and Learning Culture, participate in related events, share concerns about safety and quality, and speak up against incivility while taking a collaborative approach to improve civility and respect.

This job description provides an outline of general activities and is not exhaustive. It will be reviewed as the Trusts needs change, in consultation with the post holder

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively
• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
• Ability to formulate relevant reports
• Delegation and coordination
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Mentorship skills
• Accurate Record keeping
• Flexible approach/creative thinking
• Able to move and handle clients
• IT skills

Desirable

• Effective leadership qualities
• Presentation skills
• Ability to network and influence decision making
• Team Building skill

Knowledge

Essential

• Effective team working within a multi-agency framework
• Experience using both group and individual treatment skills
• Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches
• Audit and research practices relevant to clinical area
• Assisting with effective budgetary management
• Evidence based and experience of reflective practice
• Recovery Model of Care
• Model of Human Occupation
• Safeguarding Children
• Mental Health Act 1983
• Mental Capacity Act
• Effective Care Coordination
• Relevant national policies and guidance
• Up to date clinical knowledge relevant to the care environment
• Audit and research methods
• Vulnerable adults guidelines
• Able to discuss/explain specialist OT role
• Awareness of own strengths and limitations

Desirable

• Wider range of statutory and non-statutory services
• Risk management training

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in relevant health settings
• Supervision of staff
• Experience of service development

Desirable

• Post graduate clinical experience, within mental health services

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional OT qualification
• Current HCPC registration

Desirable

• Fieldwork Educators certificate
• Post graduate accredited study e.g. PSI, CBT, MSc in relevant health studies

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

Sheridan Ward, Hollins Park Hospital

Hollins Lane

Warrington

WA2 8WA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Level 2 in care OR the ability to undertake a period of Induction and on the job training to include theoretical knowledge of care and a range of work-related procedures, for example completion of a competency-based workbook equivalent to Level 2 vocational qualification;
• The ability to understand and comply with mandatory induction standards and Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers in Wales
• Ability to be able to complete self-protective/breakaway training (certified/accredited) during induction

Desirable

• Level 2 vocational qualification in a relevant health care related subject
• Certified/accredited self-protective/breakaway training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience working with people in a caring capacity

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
• Ability to keep calm in stressful situations. Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility and performing other manual tasks

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Central Area - Ablett Unit

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Good clerical / secretarial background, proven experience
• Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and IT skills
• Work involving contact with members of the public.

Desirable

• NHS experience
• Experience with Epic EPR

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSEs, grade C/4 or above, including English & Maths

Desirable

• RSA/OCR 2-3 Audio Typing

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Data Protection
• Ability to communicate well with others at all levels, both verbally and written.
• Knowledge of all Trust/NHS targets
• Good keyboard skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS policies
• Medical terminology

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ipswich Hospital

Heath Road

Ipswich

IP4 5PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Skills and Attributes

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Skills and Attributes

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Rhuddlan Road

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To hold a caseload of complex assessments, treatment and consultation work based upon a specialised, conceptual framework and employing research based evidence.

To provide direct specialist therapeutic interventions in line with the grading of the post, including assessments, formulation and therapeutic input into children, young people and families referred into the service.

Undertake risk assessments and care plans accordingly, in line with the THRIVE framework

To work in ways that are sensitive to the needs of children and young people families from a wide range of racial, cultural and religious backgrounds.

To be responsible for the authorising of referrals to children and Young Peoples services, including urgent referrals

To participate directly in the teams duty rotas and provide support and guidance to other colleagues undertaking the role.

To exercise responsibility and autonomy, within supervisory, managerial and accountability structures, for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients

To deliver care co-ordination, ensuring effective assessment, care planning and risk management processes are maintained. Involve the views of children, their families, referring agents and other professionals involved in the network of care including organising multi-agency meetings.

To produce a clinical formulation and intervention plan founded on evidence based practice in co-operation with the child young person and carers

To hold responsibility for standards of clinical practice within area of specialist knowledge

To work jointly and collaboratively with other team members in order to enhance and develop the provision of services to young people and their families. To have an effective knowledge base of other modalities so as to engage and work effectively with colleagues in other disciplines.

To provide consultation, advice and guidance to colleagues and their team this is underpinned by theoretical specialist knowledge. To promote effective multi-agency work. To contribute theoretical knowledge to the process of managing risk within the multi-agency network.

Undertake risk management for all children including the protective and risk factors present in the network of significant relationships.

Identify and respond appropriately to child protection issues, as described with the guidelines of Local Safeguarding Childrens Board and the Trust safeguarding policies

Maintain clear and comprehensive electronic clinical records, to ensure information is accurate and complies with Data Protection Act and professional body and Trust standards.

To engage with using routine outcome measures as clinically appropriate including their use in clinical practice and inputting data into clinical records.

To work collaboratively with children, young people and their families and contribute to the trusts service user participation agenda.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent Core Professional qualification (evidence of study at degree level or higher)
• Evidence of CPD/Short courses in relation to LD/ASC
• Maintained registration with relevant professional body

Desirable

• Clinical Examination and Diagnostics (or working towards)
• First line management qualification
• LD/ASC Qualification
• Evidence of PBS Training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of management and clinical leadership
• Experience of successful multi-agency working
• Evidence of influencing, motivating and negotiating with others to achieve change in relation to care
• Evidence of being able to communicate complex, sensitive information and advice on healthcare toCYP and Families/Carers and colleagues
• Awareness of factors that contribute to good health and the importance of promoting these in line with organisational public health policy, inclusive of annual health checks.
• Experience of having made reasonable adjustments to support care delivery

Desirable

• Experience of delivering education and training programmes in specialist area (LD/ASC)

Skills

Essential

• IT literate
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a diverse workload
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand and analyse complex data
• Risk assessment skills
• Ability to network with multidisciplinary colleagues
• Self-management and motivation skills
• Report writing skills
• Confidence to challenge poor practice and ability to address difficult issues
• Ability to travel to work across boundaries

Desirable

• Research skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable post registration/qualification experience in specialist area (LD/ASC)
• Awareness of current national and local agenda in NHS and Social Care
• Understanding of THRIVE model
• Understanding/awareness of Dynamic Support Register/Database
• Strong working understanding of Equality Act (2010) and the application of its principles

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

The Alders

12 Birch Ave

Warrington

WA2 9TN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you like what you've read and would like more information on the duties and responsibilities of this role, please click onto “Apply for this job” and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please click onto Apply for this job and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification. This document outlines the full range of criteria that are required for the role. In your application, you can state how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification.

Experience

Essential

• Please click onto Apply for this job and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification. This document outlines the full range of criteria that are required for the role. In your application, you can state how you meet the criteria in the job description and 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

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

St Luke's Treatment Centre

33 Leicester Road

Market Harborough

Leicestershire

LE16 7BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting new 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.

We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Experience in Healthcare

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting

Desirable

• Previous experience in public facing jobs/customer service

Skills

Essential

• Working within a team and experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities
• Good written communication skills, minimal errors found in application form

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

Basildon

Nethermayne, Basildon

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The catering service is provided as part of the wider Estates & Facilities Directorate

The Retail Assistant works as part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering a high standard of catering. Staff must be flexible, adaptable and work to support a clean and safe food service.

KEY RESULT AREAS

Responsible for providing a high - quality food service In line with local operational procedures and work schedules.

Communicate information relating to food service to customers both verbally and by telephone.

Notifying management on any discrepancies from receipt and distribution of catering supplies.

Demonstrate duties to new starters.

Organise own day to day work tasks or activities.

Reporting details of faults and failures of electrical equipment /fabric of the building tomanagement.

The moving of light furniture for general cleaning purposes following H&S procedures.

Ensure that the correct cleaning products are used within the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations, alongside the use of personal protective equipment e.g. safety googles, gloves and aprons.

Report accidents, near misses or non-conformities to Team Leader or Manager.

Responsible for ensuring the safe disposal/packaging of waste as per NHS policy for example Household Waste.

Responsible for maintaining adequate stocks of food provisions and consumables andrequesting further supplies from the catering store.

Responsible for the completion of temperature records/log sheets.

Complete all cleaning schedules and any other relevant paperwork accurately within giventimelines where applicable.

Undertake surveys and audits as necessary.

Safe and secure operation of cash registers and supporting equipment.

Follow guidelines regarding cashing up of registers and ensuring money is secure.

Responsible for dismantling and reassembling of equipment.

Manually and/or mechanically washing up catering utensils, crockery and cutlery.

Environmental cleaning of floors, work surfaces, fixed equipment following department procedures.

Serving food while adhering to food safety guidelines while maintaining good portion control and presentation skills.

Basic food preparations to include salads, sandwiches, breakfast, deep fried food and snack food.

Organise the delivery of functions throughout the hospital site.

Responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness including personal hygiene.

Ensure HACCP guidelines are followed.

When necessary carryout relief cover for breaktimes, annual leave and sickness.

Work together with Department in Performance and Development Reviews.

Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Work together with Policies and Procedures of NHS Portsmouth and the Department.

Demonstrate courteous behaviour.

Workforce management responsible for swiping/logging in at the start and finish of the shift.

It is possible that on occasion the post holdermay be asked to work in other areas of the facilities service. This is not expected to be on a frequent or regular basis and would only take place after appropriate training and support was given.

Please see attached full job description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Have the ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative.
• Have the ability to follow instructions.
• Possess good communication skills, including non-verbal communication skills.
• Ability to respond constructively to unpredictable situations.
• Be calm, focused and able to cope with work under pressure.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.

Desirable

• Have a knowledge of Health & Safety.

Qualifications

Essential

• No formal qualifications are necessary, but a Food Safety Certificate would be desirable.

Desirable

• Food Safety Certificate

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Equans Working with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Address

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience working with people in a caring capacity

Skills and Attributes

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• 6-week training period to fully prepare you for your career with us
• Rotas published 6 weeks ahead of time.
• No night shifts.
• Payments for unsociable hours, overtime, meal and driving allowances where applicable.
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endevour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

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

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

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

To learn more, please see the Recruitment Profile which is a combination of the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Thursday 10th September 2026.

You will be invited to complete an assessment following your application. You must complete the assessment sent to you by email from @ArcticShores.com. The deadline for this assessment is 4 days after your application is submitted. It will take an average of 35-40 minutes. Please check your junk email box if needed. When you complete the Donor Carer assessment, the result will be used for any future applications made within 12 months. Therefore, please complete your assessment before applying for any other Donor Carer vacancies. If you have previously completed the assessment, you will not need to complete another one.

For further information, please visit Candidate Support – Arctic Shores

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll invite you to see the role for yourself by visiting a blood collection session, followed by a face-to-face interview. Unfortunately we’re unable to offer virtual options, and travel expenses aren’t covered.

Session visits and interviews are provisionally scheduled for 21 September 2026 and 23 September 2026, respectively, subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Have a good standard of numeracy and literacy.
• Be willing to undertake development and training to upskill yourself including completion of the Skills for Health Care Certificate.
• Hold a valid full UK Driving Licence (Manual) with no more than 6 penalty points (provisional licences will not be accepted)

Experience

Essential

• Have experience of dealing with the public.
• Have experience of delivering a quality customer service.
• Be willing to learn new technology skills and undergo digital training.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Norwich Team Base

Norwich

United Kingdom

NR6 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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