Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

To collect different types of biological samples from the main Pathology laboratories, minor procedures, theatres and switchboard during the day, including late samples, and maintaining all relevant audit trails.

To receive and check samples from referral hospitals, laboratories and wards. To verify ID against request form and liaise with appropriate staff where errors or omissions exist. To log samples on the audit trail.

To safely deal with high risk samples according to policy.

To prioritise samples according to SOPs and laboratory requirements

The successful applicant must have a relevant A levels including a science subject and have experience working in a relevant laboratory. Experience in cytogenetic and molecular diagnostics techniques is desirable. Please note: total weekly working hours are 37.5 hours, however in line with the NHSE requirements for the delivery of the Cancer Test Directory, the Clinical Genomics department will operate an extended working hours service, the postholder will be required to participate in a shift system on a rotational basis.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education including A-levels, with at least one science subject
• Recognised qualifications in Maths and English

Desirable

• BSc in Biological Science or equivalent
• Knowledge of theory & practice of laboratory techniques

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a relevant laboratory or healthcare setting
• Awareness and understanding of handling biological samples
• Experience using Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and practices
• Awareness of laboratory health & safety procedures and COSHH

Desirable

• Knowledge of molecular and cytogenetic techniques (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, FISH, slide preparation)
• Experience working in a UKAS-accredited diagnostic laboratory

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Manual dexterity for technical tasks
• Strong data entry and IT skills, including use of LIMS and Microsoft Office
• Ability to follow written instructions and protocols
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to prioritise and manage own workload

Desirable

• Understands the relationship between laboratory work and patient care
• Basic understanding of quality systems (e.g., ISO 15189, UKAS) and data integrity

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Reliable, enthusiastic, and proactive
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates initiative within role boundaries
• Willing to respond flexibly to service demands
• Ability to prioritise tasks and organise daily work

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 Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications/ experience)

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in Business Admin
• NVQ level 2 in Customer Service

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an Administrative setting
• Experience of working with software programmes
• Experience of dealing with patients/clients/customers

Desirable

• Previous NHS Administrative Experience
• Experience of working within a Call centre

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Computer literate with IT skills e.g. use of Microsoft programmes
• Evidence of Customer service skills
• Understanding of NHS Rules and Guidelines (RTT, Access Policy etc)

Desirable

• Understanding of NHS systems (Careflow - PAS, e-Referrals)

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 Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Sentinel Park

Whitchurch Road

Shrewsbury

SY1 4DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Experience

Essential

• Significant administrative experience within the NHS or healthcare environment
• Experience of minute taking and report preparation.
• Experience of data collection and performance reporting.
• Experience of using Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience co-ordinating meetings and managing diaries.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of NHS administrative systems.
• Understanding of confidentiality and information governance requirements.
• Advanced IT and data management skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience within Mental Health or Liaison Psychiatry services.
• Experience supervising administrative staff.
• Knowledge of NHS ESR, RiO, SystmOne or equivalent clinical systems.
• Understanding of NHS performance targets and reporting requirements.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Professional and approachable manner.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• High attention to detail.

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

UHD Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Castle lane East

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills & training

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RMN or RGN)

Job specific experience

Essential

• Have a good working knowledge of Clinical Governance and the National Service Frameworks.
• Understand the principles of rehabilitation.

Skills / Experience

Desirable

• Expanded role including venepuncture, IV drugs, Cannulation, Defibrillation.

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
• A level of fitness and ability to participate and complete PMVA, Breakaway training and Manual Handling (practice and theory).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Bank

Trustwide

Trustwide

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.

Provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.

Job duties/responsibilities:

Ensure an effective and efficient patient service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice

Provide care navigation/signposting of patients

Deal with all general enquiries, explain procedures and make new and follow-up appointments.

Using your own judgment and communication skills, ensure that patients with no prior appointment but who need urgent consultation are seen in a logical and non-disruptive manner.

Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover, and ensure procedures are completed.

Liaise with other clinical staff including District Nurses, Health Visitors etc.,

Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery.

Enter requests for home visits into clinical system, ensuring to carefully record all relevant details and referring to duty doctor where necessary.

Advise patients of relevant charges for private (non-General Medical Services) services.

Retrieve and re-file records as required, ensuring strict alphabetical order is adhered to.

Ensure the kitchen is kept clean and tidy and air and tidy the waiting room in turn with other staff.

Premises:

Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive, de-activate alarm and make all necessary preparations to receive patients.

When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the building is totally secured, internal lights are off and the alarm activated.

Ensure efficient running of appointment system and monitor flow of patients into Treatment/Consulting rooms.

To work in accordance of written protocols

Fax and photocopy as requested

Be able to cover reception positions as necessary

Process patients changes of address computer data and medical records (have knowledge of practice area)

Have working knowledge of telephone/on call system, during and after hours

Ensure building security have thorough knowledge of doors/windows/alarm and report any concerns

Carry out any other tasks allocated by managers

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately

In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Health & safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards

Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised

Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role

Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)

Reporting potential risks identified

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity

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

Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues

Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/professional development

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

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Responsible for undertaking own mandatory training as per practice policy

Quality

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

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication

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

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the implementation of services

The post-holder will-

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance

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

Participate in audit where appropriate

Ensure they have a full and clean driving license

Person Specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Computer literate with an ability to use the required IT systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to effectively manage own workload
• Able to meet deadlines, work under pressure and balance priorities
• Able to build and sustain relationships at all levels
• Committed to personal development
• Approachable and flexible
• Honest and reliable
• Sensitive to patients needs
• Ability and willingness to work across all Holderness Health sites

Desirable

• Understanding of patient care needs
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years working in a customer faced environment
• Experience of delivering high quality customer or patient care
• Experience of general administration processes and record keeping
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements
• Good listening, written and interpersonal skills with both staff and patients/public
• Excellent telephone skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting, ideally general practice
• Experience of MS office packages and clinical system

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)

Desirable

• Customer care training/qualification

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

Holderness Health

Address

Church View Surgery

5 Market Hill House

Hedon

HU12 8JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide evidence-based advice and support to patients with a life-threatening illness and their carers, working collaboratively with multi-professionals across primary and secondary care.

To provide specialist advice, education, and training to all members of the multi-disciplinary team across all care settings.

To work in conjunction with the Clinical Manager and the Specialist Palliative Care Team in the development of cancer and end of life services across North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out clinical practice that is complimentary to the Primary Healthcare team that will contribute to an improvement in the quality of life for patients.
• Use high level analytical and decision-making skills to deliver appropriate clinical care, using advanced clinical skills in assessment and/or diagnosis.

• Provide clinical and specialist advice across professional and organisational boundaries.

• Liaise closely with the multi-disciplinary team in planning care for the person with palliative care needs.

• Work closely with managerial colleagues to promote service quality within palliative care.

• Support managers and cancer leads to achieve appropriate targets for palliative care and cancer strategies, to develop locally sensitive services and support access initiatives in cancer care based on the Cancer Plan/Supportive and Palliative Care Guidance (NICE).

• Support and advise on the development of palliative care services throughout organisations advising on quality and standards of service delivery.

• Manage an active workload utilising skills to prioritise and assess care.

• Prepare and produce appropriate reports for primary care organisations and other appropriate organisations.

• Participate in the production of reports for Macmillan Cancer Support and maintain links with them both locally and nationally.

• Provide information for the minimum data set.

• Evaluate service delivery; identify areas for improvement and initiate change.

• Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources, making recommendations regarding supplies and equipment.

• Participate in peer and clinical supervision.

• Contribute to the work of the Integrated Cancer Network and ensure the community nursing perspective is communicated to ICN members.

• Participate in the developments of nursing and other strategies promoting the key role for nurses and other strategies.

• Support the case management of identified patients.

• At all times, function as a role model for other nurses using developmental processes to succession plan for future posts.

• Supporting and advising colleagues on ethical decision-making issues in relation to end of life issues.

• Provide emotional and psychological support to the patient, family, and carers through the period of illness, in specific complex cases.

• Perform communication skills to support patients palliative/terminal care needs including complex issues such as breaking bad news and care of the dying.

• Provide high levels of communication support with the patient, carers, and colleagues to enable service provision, delivery and quality.

• Provide advice and signposting to bereavement support to known carers.

• Regularly update own knowledge and expertise in all aspects of palliative care and take responsibility for own professional development.

• Assess current skills and knowledge and provide advice, support, education and information to nurses and other colleagues in Primary Care, enabling them to offer up-to-date care by continually extending their knowledge and skills.

• Develop and participate in the delivery and provision of generalist and specialist education programmes.

• Identify essential educational requirements and work to deliver educational programmes against these including specific health targets e.g., NICE, NSF related to own area of practice.

• Support learners in the workplace.

• Ensure all colleagues are kept up to date with available research on pain relief and symptom control via educational programmes and act as a resource for this information.

• Use influencing, negotiation and clinical skills to assist in the formulation of evidence-based quality standards and participate in regular clinical audit to monitor outcomes.

• Undertake appropriate evaluation/audit/research programmes to promote the development of the service.

• Disseminate research and audit findings through presentation to professional groups and publication.

• Responsible for the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to own area of work.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate knowledge of CNS role.
• Evidence of high-level communication skills both written and verbal
• Clinical and analytical skills
• Ability to self-manage and work autonomously.
• Ability to reflect on own and others practice.

Desirable

• Service development and change management.
• Conflict resolution
• Risk Assessment and management
• IT skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or willing to work towards
• Registered general nurse or relevant professional qualification.
• Post registration experience.
• Advanced Communication skills training and/or education
• Post registration qualification in oncology/palliative care.
• Evidence of own continuing professional development

Desirable

• Educational qualification e.g. C&G 7307/ENB 998.

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work in an emotive environment.
• The ability to travel independently across the Trust
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs.

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Experience

Essential

• Broad range of clinical experience within cancer/palliative care.
• Experience of caseload management.
• Experience of multi-professional working.

Desirable

• Community Experience
• Audit Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Halton Independent Living Centre

Collier Street

Runcorn

Cheshire

WA7 1HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are considering applying for an internal secondment, please ensure you have discussed this with your line manager and obtained their support prior to submitting your application.

Please be aware that there is no guarantee that you will be released from your substantive post, so you should seek approval before applying as you are applying for a Secondment.

Please be aware if we receive high numbers of applications on this vacancy it will close earlier than the date above.

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Education, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registration
• One year post qualifying as unable to complete preceptorship on RDU

Desirable

• Evidence of Diploma/ BSC Nursing or equivalent

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Evidence of teamwork experience
• Experience of mentoring, supporting and developing staff

Desirable

• Knowledge of the clinical area/speciality
• Renal working experience

Skils & Ability

Essential

• Evidence of transferrable nursing skills

Desirable

• Evidence of acute hospital nursing experience/knowledge

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Samuel Johnson Community Hospital

Trent Valley Road

Lichfield

WS13 6EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about the duties and responsibilities for this role, please refer to the attached Job Description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

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

Locala Health and Wellbeing

Address

Dewsbury Health Centre Wellington Road Dewsbury, WF13 1HN United Kingdom

Dewsbury

WF13 1HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN
• Sub part 1 of the NMC Register
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Commitment to Lifelong Learning and completion of the rotational developmental programme of training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Elmleigh

61a New Lane

Havant

Hampshire

PO9 2JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To treat colleagues, mothers and families with respect at all times, creating a positive role model and team playerTo act at all times in safeguarding the integrity, confidentiality and

availability of sensitive information relating to mother sand staff

To recognise and promote all aspects of culture diversity, devising baby care plans as guided by registered practitioner, which respond positively to ethnic awareness with sensitivity, where necessaryTo carry out delegated clinical nursing procedures/techniques whenever required in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Trust, within an agreed and monitored supervisory frameworkTo have the ability to provide effective staff support to the mothers and carers.

*applicants who are not a nursery nurse are not eligible to apply*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• National Nursery Education Board qualification or equivalent to BTEC (National Diploma in Nursery Nursing) or
• equivalent such as NVQ level3 (child care and Education) or Foundation Degree in Early Years with a minimum of 2-years management experience

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the Statutory Framework for Early Years Foundation Stage and the EYFS to ensure best practice. Up to date awareness of recent research and guidance on child development.
• A comprehensive working knowledge of legislation and national directives/policies relating to children
• Extensive post registration experience working with Mental Health service users

Desirable

• Undertake all required Trust Mandatory training

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good level understanding of Mental Health disorders and treatment models
• Flexible and responsive approach to mother and baby care
• knowledge of the principles or risk assessment and risk management Knowledge and ability to positively manage change

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lewisham Perinatal Mental Health Team

First Floor, Old Town Hall

Catford

SE6 4RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The student health visitor will learn how to lead in the provision of a family centred, evidence based public health service that promotes and improves health and addresses inequalities to a defined caseload, population or community.

This will be achieved through shadowing experienced staff and participating in the delivery of public health nursing model at a community and universal reach, progressing to learning about the targeted response and specialist response level. The student will work in line with the Local Authorities corporate objectives and will be expected to make a positive contribution to the provision of public health services. The student health visitor is expected to work in line with the Southend City Council values and behaviours delivering excellent care with compassion. This is underpinned by policies, guidance and operating procedures developed from evidence-based research as well as opportunities to update knowledge through our education forums and skills & drills sessions.

A full Job description and Person Specification is attached.

The student health visitor will learn about becoming the key health professional for a specific caseload, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and high quality services to families, using research based evidence to inform practice within agreed professional standards.

The student health visitor will have opportunities to work in partnership with Social Care and other statutory agencies in assessing and providing quality care to children within a selective caseload whilst supported by experienced colleagues within the health visiting team.

Key responsibilities will include workingto build effective relationships that support all team members to ensure optimum service delivery

Establish and maintain partnerships with families and other agencies in a multi-agency and integrated working environment

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual/family focused/group programs of care, under the direction of the Health Visitor / School Nurse and work in partnership with other agencies, including early years provision/schools

To adhere to the Southend City Council Healthy Child frameworks and pathways in relation to our client group

To be aware of and demonstrate increasing skills and knowledge in assessment and decision making in relation to local safeguarding, looked after children, domestic abuse and vulnerable children policies and procedures.

Assist in planning, delivery and evaluation public health initiatives through community-based health promotion activities which reflect need and meet the key performance targets of the organisation

To develop into an autonomous practitioner and take responsibility for the care given to patients clients/ families within own limits of competency and confidence

For further information please see attached job description.

Person Specification

Additional

Essential

• Current driving license with access to a car for duration of training period
• An understanding of the demands of academic work
• Flexibility in combining theoretical and practical demands of course
• Demonstrates a non-judgmental approach
• Adaptable and flexible approach to the delivery of the service
• Ability to travel across a defined location independently as required by the organisation
• Ability to cope with physical demands of role
• Awareness and acceptance of the rights and needs of the service users and staff

Experience

Essential

• Proactive vision of service delivery
• Able to communicate with a high level of interpersonal and organisational skills Ability to demonstrate responsibility and accountability
• Demonstrate an understanding of multidisciplinary /skill mix workforce management
• Evidence of current knowledge of National and Local policies and ability to relate it to practice
• Application of evidence-based practice
• Demonstrates negotiation skills
• Motivates and inspires confidence in self and others
• Reflective practitioner
• Experience of facilitating learning and development
• Demonstrates IT knowledge and skills Demonstrates presentation skills in line

Desirable

• Experience of inter-agency working
• Experience of Clinical Supervision

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse - relevant
• pathways - Adult / Paediatric/ Learning
• Disability/ Mental health/ Midwife
• First level degree or equivalent.
• To demonstrate the ability to study at level 7.
• Evidence of academic study at Level 6 in the last 5 years.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Desirable

• Evidence of graduate or post-graduate qualifications
• Evidence of post registration learning
• Currently be working in a nursing role or one relevant to public health nursing.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Can demonstrate advanced decision making / problem solving skills
• Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, innovative approach to delivery of care
• Approachable, compassionate, empathetic and non-judgmental attitude
• Flexible approach with ability to accept and lead on change
• Can demonstrate accountability
• Ability to work well in a skill mix team
• Awareness and acceptance of the rights and needs of service users and staff
• Sensitive to cultural differences and the impacts these have on family life

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

Southend On Sea City Council

Address

Southend On Sea City Council

Victoria Avenue

Southend-on-sea

SS2 6ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southend.gov.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.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) Degree in Psychology with graduate basis for registration with the British Psychological Society or equivalent Psychology conversion degree.

Desirable

• Further postgraduate training in a relevant area

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with people with mental health difficulties and/or individuals experiencing significant emotional distress

Desirable

• Experience in more than one area of work, e.g., Adult Mental Health, Older People's Mental Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist
• Experience in an NHS setting
• Experience in delivering low intensity psychological interventions
• Experience in delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or other evidence-based interventions

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Glangwili General Hospital

Dolgwili Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and have the ability to plan and reach complex and critical judgments and have decision making skills.

To deliver high quality clinical care within the Integrated Healthcare Service forthe prison. This will include acute & primary care, long term conditions management, enhanced assessment and diagnostic intervention services and health promotion activities and be in line with the NHS Plan, public health indicators and National Service Frameworks.

To demonstrate and provide robust expert clinical skills with a sound understanding of evidence-based nursing practice to provide a pro-active approach to ensure quality and outcome driven practice on a day-to-day basis.

To support the development of evidence-based practice in the specialist field and to promote research as appropriate.

To participate in managerial and professional clinical supervision programme, to ensure junior staff receive appropriate supervision, training and annual appraisal and to ensure that it becomes an integral part of team practice.

To ensure the implementation of effective and appropriate patient centred care planning tools, long-term condition registers and consistent delivery throughout all the prisons within the service.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the Clinical Lead, GPs, and other clinicians to meet and review service needs as required.

To deputise for the Team manager as required

To work positively and effectively in a difficult and often hostile environment.

Be aware of environmental hazards in the working area; ensure staffs are aware of relevant health & safety policies deriving from the Health & Safety at Work Act.

To work in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines

To be familiar with Prison Standards, Standing Orders, Circular instructions, Notices to Staff, Health and Safety and all other relevant material to function as an informed practitioner within a prison setting.

Promote equality of opportunity and provide an environment in which the dignity of individuals is respected and free from workplace harassment and bullying.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION PLEASE READY:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

• Proof of right to work documentation
• Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID
• Proof of address documentation
• Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse RGN
• Post Graduate Qualification or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Registered General Nurse

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of two years' experience at Band 5.
• Working knowledge of current issues/agendas facing prison/offender healthcare.
• Experience of multi-professional collaboration including working in partnership with other statutory and voluntary organisations.
• Experience of setting, monitoring and evaluating standards of care.

Desirable

• Experience of working within secure & prison settings.

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, presenting ideas with clarity in a persuasive and influential style.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of change management and new ways of working.
• Ability to lead and empower people to make decisions and to plan ahead.
• Knowledge of current National Prison Health Quality & Performance Indicators.
• Good analytical and judgement skills.

Effort and Environment

Essential

• Ability to manage complex & challenging behaviour

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Standford Hill

Church Road

Eastchurch, Sheerness

ME12 4AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

• To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of clients applying psychological theory, including neuro-psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.

• To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a qualified professional psychologist, in both community and in-patient/residential settings.

• To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects.

• To work with other staff to assess or support service users in residential and day service settings and contribute to multidisciplinary discussions or care guidelines as agreed with the clinical psychologist providing supervision.

• To assist in the development of a psychological based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.

• To create graphs or charts to collate or summarise data on individual interventions or treatment programmes.

• To assist in producing visual or material or user-friendly information for interventions with clients.

Research

• To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects.

• To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.

Communication

• Liaises with other psychology members of the team and other disciplines and agencies responsible for clients care.

Management responsibilities

• 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.

Leadership

• To contribute to the training and support of other staff in psychological care.

• All roles will involve additional responsibilities to meet the wider need of the psychological therapies team (e.g. carer involvement, Trauma Informed Care initiatives).

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

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

Experience

Essential

• Work with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or offenders.

Desirable

• Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post.

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

• High levels of communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be emotive.
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems/offending behaviour or learning disabilities.
• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context.
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
• An interest in working within forensic settings with individuals with mental health problems.

Desirable

• Mental Effort - Frequent concentration required when assessing clients, writing up reports and when undertaking client sessions
• Emotional Effort - Contributes to therapy service working with emotionally demanding clients.

Other Requirements

Essential

• An ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
• Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delay.

Desirable

• A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology
• Driving licence & car owner

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bracton Centre

Dartford

DA2 7AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the delivery of a high-quality decontamination service that meets national standards, Trust policies, and regulatory requirements.

Ensure compliance with HTM 01-06, infection prevention and control standards, and local decontamination procedures.

Participate in quality assurance programmes, audits, and accreditation processes to maintain service standards.

Maintain accurate and complete records to ensure full traceability of endoscopes and associated equipment.

Report incidents, near misses, equipment faults, and non-conformities in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Assist in the investigation of incidents and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and service development projects within the Endoscopy Decontamination Unit.

Support the monitoring and review of key performance indicators (KPIs) and quality metrics.

Participate in competency assessments, training programmes, and mandatory updates to maintain professional standards.

Promote a culture of patient safety, continuous learning, and continuous improvement.

Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, COSHH requirements, and Trust policies.

Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and local working practices.

Person Specification

desirible -

Essential

• Putting patients first
• Demonstrate awareness of importance of working as part of a team
• Ability to adapt to changing needs of service
• Experience in the decontamination of reusable medical devices-surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes; using traceability systems, decontamination equipment and independent monitoring system

Desirable

• Experience of working with the NHS

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To operate decontamination equipment and carry out routine tests in accordance with the Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedules, Quality Standards and Guidance

2. Attend regular departmental team meetings.

3. To attend any training as required.

4. To undertake duties consistent with the responsibility of the grade and needs of the service

5. Required to work weekends, bank holidays and participate in the departments on-call schedule.

Person Specification

Desirable

Essential

• Experience of working with the NHS

essential

Essential

• Putting patients first
• Experience in the decontamination of reusable medical devices-surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes; using traceability systems, decontamination equipment and independent monitoring system

Desirable

• Experience of working with the NHS
• Basic IT Knowledge

essential

Essential

• Open and honest

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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