Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Louise Lucy Glavin, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 Ext. 5936. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Counselling skills training

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

• Communication Skills o Oral o Written o Listening

Experience/ Knowledge

Essential

• Proven experience in the Urology field

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

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

King George Hospital

Barley Lane

Ilford

IG3 8YB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder will be responsible for managing the stock lists for Theatres in collaboration with the senior theatre staff and the pharmacy assistants who do the routine top ups.

Will be responsible for leading on the governance aspects of medicines in theatres including ensuring that all audits are up to date and action plans are in place.

It will be expected that the postholder would spend at least 25% of their time working with the theatre team.

Support the theatre senior pharmacist with managing medicine supply issues.

Along with the theatre pharmacist be the point of contact for any issues relating to medicines in theatres.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering a high standard of clinical care to patients through the provision of a safe and effective clinical medicines optimisation service. Work is managed by the individual.

• Provide comprehensive technical support to all members of the department in the provision of a dispensary service.
• Ensure the timely and efficient delivery of requests for pharmaceutical products across the Trust by the dispensing and issuing of prescriptions, signed orders and controlled drugs orders establishing and maintain a communication link between pharmacy and the wards served.
• Providing a ward-based Pharmacy Technician service to designated wards. This will include medicines reconciliation of newly admitted patients, assessment of patients own drugs, overseeing the ordering of medication and c-ordinating the supply of discharge medication.
• To counsel patients on the routine use of their medicines, providing specific information to any special requirements ensuring patients understand their discharge medication.
• To act as an Accredited Checking Technician under a nationally recognised accuracy checking technician framework. To perform a final accuracy check on dispensed items against prescriptions and requisitions. To show continuous competency in checking accurately and safely.
• Supervising student pharmacy technicians, pharmacy support workers, dispensers and trainees in the department and across all wards.
• Liaising with pharmacists and a multi-disciplinary team to ensure a proficient and comprehensive medicines management service to all patients and staff across the integrated care system supporting across primary and secondary care.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of medicines management, including relevant legislation and policies acquired through NVQ3 or BTEC equivalent level qualification plus specialist training and experience to degree or equivalent level
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical technical procedures acquired through training, NVQ3, BTEC in pharmaceutical science or equivalent plus other additional training for checking dispensed prescriptions, supervising a technical area within the pharmacy to degree or equivalent level

Desirable

• Team leading or management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable recent experience of successfully delivering technical pharmacy services as a qualified technician
• Working knowledge of a broad range of medicines and their safety issues
• Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
• Experience of working with a Pharmacy computer system e.g. CMM or EMIS, and procurement systems such as Powergate
• Experience of liaising with patients and healthcare staff

Desirable

• Experience of ward-based services, including Patients Own Drug schemes
• Recent hospital experience of working as a registered pharmacy technician
• Interaction with other departments for provision of pharmaceutical supplies
• Experience of dealing with difficult and complex situations, queries and complaints
• Experience of negotiating with healthcare staff, suppliers and/or external organisations

Skills, Ability and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of prescribing, dispensing and administration processes in the hospital settings
• Ability to cope with busy dispensing workload
• Computer literate and able to use Windows applications including Microsoft Word and Excel, and internet
• Good range of pharmaceutical knowledge
• Able to interpret highly complex data
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of people, including members of the public and all levels of healthcare professionals
• Good analytical and evaluative skills with the ability to investigate queries solve problems and act if appropriate
• Methodical with effective organisational skills in the workplace
• Interest in expending knowledge and self-development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital

Twympath Lane

Oswestry

SY10 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rjah.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.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Professional qualification and registration:- - RMN OR - CQSW/Dip Social Work OR - Occupational Therapy OR - (BPS) Qualification in Counselling Psychology
• Post-basic education in the area of practice to postgraduate diploma level
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Has experience of supervising junior colleagues
• Has experience of working at Band 6 or above

Experience

Essential

• Wide range of experience within a service-related setting
• Experience of high-quality clinical triage using knowledge, skills, critical thinking, and professional judgement
• Sound knowledge of clinical / service issues within area of practice
• Knowledge and application of safeguarding policies and procedures for children and adults

Desirable

• Demonstrates research and audit experience
• Experience of undertaking full hollistic assessments

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrates the following skills: Leadership, Time Management, Good organisational, Good communication, Interpersonal, Problem solving, Team player, Networking
• Self-motivation/motivate others Good I.T. skills including the ability to use and manage electronic records and assessments
• Demonstrates up to date thinking in policy and agendas that inform practice
• Understand the importance of service user involvement in their own care and treatment
• Ability to work autonomously and seek supervision when required

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills are essential at level 1 - 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh

Values

Essential

• Demonstrate PTHB Values

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel across the Health Board footprint in a timely manner
• Flexible working in line with service need over 24 hours 7 days a week

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

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Bronllys Hospital

Temple Street

Brecon

LD3 0LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Health Care AssistantSummary

To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. The duties will include a variety of tasks, and any roles agreed between the nurse and doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training. The post-holder will contribute to the effectiveness of the team. Take a holistic approach to lifestyle advice on diet, smoking, alcohol intake and exercise. Undertaking long-term condition health checks and liaising with the relevant nurses. Ensures awareness of statutory and local clinical protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise signs and symptoms of child abuse. Able to perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines. Ability to obtain and document informed consent (either verbal or written). Ensure infection control guidelines are maintained. Confidentially of information gained at work must be always preserved. Carry out other duties as required which are commensurate with the skills and knowledge required by the post, and for which training has been provided. Phlebotomy: Summary - Working strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients only who have a request form. Obtaining consent from the Patient to collect blood sample. Confirmation of the Patients identity by obtaining their full name, date of birth and address. Ensuring the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible. Collection of samples(s) of blood in accordance with training and procedures.

Ensuring samples are stored appropriately. Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity. Checking patient identification against GP/nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible. Recording collection of blood sample in Patients electronic record in accordance with practice procedure. Communicate effectively with patients, recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion. Understand and adhere to infection control guidelines. Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff. Notify GP/nurse of any significant patient issues. Liaising effectively with the wider team. Report any clinical or environmental concerns where appropriate. Check restocks and rotate stock. Ensure knowledge and compliance of practice policies and procedures. Input of all patient contact using the clinical system after training. Demonstrate a working knowledge of practice policy on information governance. Developmental: Contribute to the assessment of service needs. Assist patients to identify their health needs. Contribute a HCA perspective to the practice development plan. Manage and organise individual patient consultations. Aware of identification and reporting procedures related to professional standards. To attend staff meetings and Protected Learning Time events. Ensure effective relationships and communications with the PHCT and other agencies. Support the practice clinical governance agenda. Identify changes to clinical practice that are required to implement evidence-based guidelines. Educational: Identify personal development and training needs in conjunction with the manager. Participate in clinical supervision. Support others with their training and development needs.

To participate in continuing education and maintain a contemporary level of professional knowledge and skills. Undertake mandatory and other suggested training. Personal: Maintain good working relationships. Take reasonable care of his/her own safety and that of other persons who may be affected by his/her act or omission. Co-operate with the practice team members to adhere to statutory regulations/policies, codes of practice and safety rules.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education
• including qualification in English &
• Maths (Grade A-C, or equivalent

Desirable

• Qualified in Phlebotomy
• Qualified to NVQ level 3

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the
• public/patients in a caring
• environment

Desirable

• Experience of Medical clinical
• software system
• Previous experience of working
• within a Primary Care/Health
• Sector Service

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

Phoenix Health Group

Address

9 Chesterton Lane

Cirencester

Gloucestershire

GL7 1XG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

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

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

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

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

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

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information(Please ask recruiting manager and delete if not appropriate) This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses Midwives and Allied Health Professionals.

Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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

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

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

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

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

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

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent
• Current registration with HCPC

Experience

Essential

• Wide range of practice educational placements.
• Physical disability acute hospital placement.
• Community Rehabilitation placement
• Use of reflection in practice

Desirable

• Use of standardised assessment.
• Employment as an occupational therapist
• Experience of managing a caseload

Knowledge

Essential

• Continuing professional development with portfolio.
• Occupational therapy models of practice and frames of reference.
• Clinical governance
• Microsoft Word and use of Internet
• Equality legislation and best practice

Desirable

• Local and national health policy
• Evidence of relevant health related training courses

Skills and Apptitudes

Essential

• Well developed communication skills
• High standard of written communication skills
• Good problem solving skills
• Reflective skills
• Organised team worker
• Enthusiasm
• Flexible approach

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to participate in weekend working rota
• Willing to participate in rotational scheme

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel extensively across North Cumbria
• Able to travel independently of public transport (and at times) transport patients and /or equipment across the locality

Desirable

• Driving licence
• Membership of Professional Body (RCOT)

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 Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cumberland Infirmary and Carlisle Integrated Care Community (Hilltop Heights and Brampton Hospital)and Brampton Hospital))

Carlisle

CA2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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

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

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

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

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner with active NMC/HCPC Registration
• Commitment to undertake mentorship module on completion of preceptorship qualification.

Desirable

• NMC/HCPC recognisable mentorship qualification
• Post Registration qualification in speciality
• Diploma/degree in Nursing.
• D32/33 or equivalent qualification
• leadership skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to manage a Ward/Department area for a period of a shift.
• Extended scope of practice skills, e.g. venepuncture.
• Experience of managing and co-ordinating a team.
• Understanding of expanded roles / professional practice issues.
• Relevant nursing/practitioner duties
• Continuing professional development, with portfolio.
• NMC Code of Conduct
• Results interpretation
• Clinical governance
• Nursing strategy
• Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues, i.e. CNO Nursing Strategy.

Desirable

• Evidence of innovation in practice
• Teaching/Mentoring
• Knowledge of primary care

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Able to deal with a continually changing workload.
• Mentorship skills.
• Ability to communicate with staff at all levels.
• Ability to communicate with MDT.
• Ability to work as member of a team.
• Problem solving skills.
• Extended clinical skills e.g. venepuncture,
• Interpreting baseline observations.
• Basic IT skills.
• Able to use initiative appropriately.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Empathy
• Motivation
• Enthusiasm
• Positive approach to change
• Non-judgemental
• Flexible

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 Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Cumberland Hospital

Hensingham

Whitehaven

CA28 8JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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

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

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

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

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oGCSE Maths & English at Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2 or Equivalent. (certificates will need to be provided as proof)
• oCare Certificate
• oEvidence of Level 3 study

Desirable

• oFoundation Degree in Healthcare within the last 5 years
• oEvidence in supporting the development of others

Experience

Essential

• oAbility to use initiative, prioritise effectively.
• oDemonstrate evidence to work as part of a team.
• oExperience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

Knowledge

Essential

• oDemonstrable understanding of the extent of the role.
• oUnderstanding of scope of professional practice.
• oUnderstanding of reflective practice and its application.
• oSelf-awareness and appreciation of limitations.
• oDemonstrate ability of change management.
• oProblem solving skills

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• oAbility to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non-verbal communication) with patients/clients/service users, their relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• oAbility to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patient/clients/service users, their families, carers and colleagues.
• oAbility to organise and prioritise own delegated workload.
• oEnthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team
• oIT skills.
• oThe ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CIC/WCH

Cumberland Infirmary

Carlisle

CA2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP

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

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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

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

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

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

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

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

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information

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

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Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a Catering Supervisory role
• Menu Planning
• Cash Handling
• Food ordering
• Stock management

Desirable

• NHS Experience

Qualifications

Essential

• Supervisory Qualification (ILM 3 level 3) or equivalent
• Level 2 Food Hygiene
• Maths and English qualifications
• Level 3 Qualification in Food/Cooking

Desirable

• Level 3 Food Safety
• IT skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Food Safety Regulations
• Equality issues

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Good customer service skills

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Flexibility in working hours.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Able to deal with complaints or queries

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Penrith Hospital

Bridge Lane

Penrith

CA11 8HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN/RNLD) to join our team at Cygnet St Teilo.

Located in the village of Rhymney, amid the beautiful Welsh countryside, Cygnet St Teilo House is a 23-bed service specialising in high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) for women in a safe and comfortable environment. Cygnet St Teilo House has been designed to provide an environment that promotes recovery for women with its focus on space, personal privacy and dignity.

Your Day-to-DayYoull be working 42 hours per week.

£22.62 per hour Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments and observations Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, and improve quality Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with residents, relatives and other healthcare professionals. Administer prescribed medicines with Healthcare procedure and Healthcare Commission guidelines.You are

Open, compassionate, honest & resilient Newly Qualified or Experienced RMN with a current Pin Number Capable to maintain documentation and undertake audits Well informed of the Mental Health Act 1983 & have an understanding of latest nursing practices Able to deputise in a clinical lead role Focused on patient recovery to monitor, manage & reduce risk Helping to empower & support service user independence.Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Strong career progression opportunities within the region, including into management roles RCNi membership Monthly reflective practice, support with revalidation & CPD opportunities Expert clinical supervision & peer support Employee referral scheme 50% of NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet Pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings.Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

rhymney

NP22 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.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.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of routine and non-routine health care duties

Desirable

• Knowledge and Experience of using a range of Ophthalmic Imaging
• Ophthalmic knowledge

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people

Desirable

• Worked in NHS/health care environment
• Experience of working in an outpatient setting
• The ability to speak / write in Welsh at level 3 or above

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Across CTM – Main site at Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy, Pontyclun

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

• The post holder will be a member of the Home Enteral Nutrition Team. The role will include:
• Assisting the Office Manager ensuring the smooth running of the office, and supporting clinical staff to provide a safe, quality service to patients.
• Being the first point of contact for this specialist community service for patients having tube feeds at home as well as their carers/relatives.
• Contributing to a better experience for patients and their families/carers.
• Developing and implementing effective office systems.

Key Result Areas & Performance:

• Providing administrative support for the multi-disciplinary team comprising dietitians, speech and language therapists, nutrition nurse specialists, HEN assistants

• Reviewing and developing office procedures and administrative systems to support service delivery.
• To effectively manage incoming calls/e-mails including enquiries, complaints and urgent requests and ensure the information is relayed in time and with accuracy to the appropriate team member.
• To deal with queries/requests/complaints professionally and with sensitivity as required.
• To ensure that new patient referrals to the Team are prioritised and dealt with according to local procedures.

Work force

• Making appointments for the team as requested using Rio and ensuring patient databases are accurate and regularly updated.
• To produce reports as requested using patient databases.
• To assist in managing and co-ordinating use of the teams weighing scales, pool car and parking permits.
• To work co-operatively with others as part of the multi-disciplinary team; assisting team members with any routine work associated with patient care.
• Ensure there is always adequate provision of the administrative support for the service by providing cover for annual leave and sickness.
• To participate in the induction of new team members, training them to use basic administrative systems and giving continued support.
• To be an active member of any in-service training and development courses.

Financial

• To deal with urgent requests from patients, families/carers for tube feeding supplies and equipment.
• To assist in keeping the office and storage cupboards safe, well organised and tidy.
• To maintain and order a stock of stationary, medical equipment and supplies and develop and maintain skills in Trusts ordering system.
• To report any waste, expiry dates to the Office manager and prevent over ordering of supplies.
• To report any issues concerning the feed delivery company (communication, out of stocks, delivery problems) to the Office Manager and Service Lead, in order to assist with monitoring the enteral feed contract.

Partnerships

• Deal efficiently with enquiries and provide information to a wide range of internal and external callers, including patients, families, carers, consultants, district nurses, GPs, social services other healthcare professionals in the hospital and community.
• To work with members of the Community Childrens Nursing Team (CCNT)/Community Head and Neck Team (CHANT), ensuring referrals to/from each team and the transition from service to service is safe and seamless for the patient.
• To communicate regularly with the enteral feed company; ensuring any feedback/complaints about their service are recorded and shared with clinical staff.

Communications and Relationships

• Answer the telephone and take accurate messages and pass onto the appropriate team member.
• Monitor and respond to e-mails regularly.
• To arrange interpreters and translations through Language Line as requested.
• To attend team meetings as required.
• To meet and greet visitors as required.
• The post holder will communicate by telephone, letters, take minutes of meetings, have regular e-mail and face to face contact with colleagues, in the HEN team and teams sharing the office.
• The groups/individuals the post holder will communicate with and establish relationships with will include, but not limited to:

1. Patients (adults and children) living in Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham having tube feeding at home; These patients may have swallowing, breathing, speaking and mobility problems as well as complex social and psychological problems.
2. Carers and/ or relatives of these patients
3. Healthcare staff from hospitals e.g. Consultants, highly specialist Speech and Language Therapists, Dietitians, Physiotherapists, Cancer Nurse Specialists
4. Healthcare staff from the community services in the 3 boroughs e.g. CHANT, CCNT, GPs, District Nurses, community therapy teams.
5. Staff at hospices and care homes in the 3 boroughs.
6. Enteral feed supplies companies.

General

• Ensure day-to-day efficient and effective running of the office.
• To collect post daily for the team and distribute.
• To undertake other administrative duties as directed by the team. This includes scanning, photocopying, filing, typing, shredding, updating databases and patient records.
• To assist in the preparation of training resources for team e.g. photocopying hand outs.
• To assist in organising meetings and events for the team.
• To assist with administrative needs of the SEND Dietetics Team on specific request of the HEN Team Office Manager, HEN Team Service Lead or Childrens Community Dietetic Service Lead
• To train as an office Fire Marshall & reset the fire alarm after weekly testing.
• Report incidents/complaints/concerns

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• GCSE English/maths or equivalent, minimum grade 4 (C)
• NVQ - Business Administration level 3 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• oWorking within a busy office environment
• oLearning new software packages as new systems are introduced within the Trust
• oWorking with and contributing to a team
• oEffectively dealing with sensitive, complex situations which may involve other colleagues, patients and families/carers
• oExcellent organisational skills, especially under pressure
• oEffectively communicating and overcome barriers including language, sight, hearing and speech problems

Desirable

• Previous experience in health or social care setting

Knowledge

Essential

• Numeracy
• Ability to use MSOffice package, including Word, Access, Excel, Power point
• Clear handwriting, spelling and grammar

Desirable

• Use of electronic patient records systems, such as RiO

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Recording clear/legible and precise written messages
• Recognising when to seek support
• Working on own initiative with minimal direction
• Having a systematic and methodical approach to work with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be discreet and maintain high levels of confidentiality
• Managing light physical effort required for short periods of time e.g. moving boxes of stationery and enteral feeding supplies.
• Demonstrating a flexible and innovative approach to problem solving.
• Responsiveness to change and ideas; adapt to new systems; flexible working pattern
• Willingness to undertake training needed in order to fulfil the changing requirements of the job.
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to deal appropriately with patients and carer's concerns and anxieties with sensitivity.
• Ability to communicate professionally

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Waldron Health Centre, Amersham Vale, SE14 6LD

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of working in a Service Management environment
• Knowledge of the ITIL framework and how this is applied
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and deliver high quality material right first time
• Proven ability to prioritise and organise a large busy workload, planning activities for self and others in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Essential

• Service level management
• Change management
• Supplier management
• Incident management

Qualifications

Essential

• ITIL Foundation v4 or equivalent experience
• ITIL Collaborate, Assure & Improve or ITIL Monitor, Support & Fulfil or equivalent experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Any NHS England Office

Nationally

LS1 4AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Level 1 (Adult)
• Mentor and assessing qualification (For newly qualified staff this is expected within 12 months of commencement)

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality in all of the role
• IT literate (including Microsoft office) and willing to learn new systems
• Good communication skills both written and verbal with patients and across the MDT
• To be able to plan and deliver person centred care

Experience

Desirable

• Community experience

Other Factors

Essential

• Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of post

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Golden Valley District Nursing Team

Golden Valley

HR2 9RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Community Team is based in Severn Hospice, Bicton, Shrewsbury.

The provision of nursing care will: -

a) Enable patients to remain at home when home is their preferred place of care/death.

b) Support the avoidance of unnecessary and unwanted admissions to hospital or hospice, particularly in the last few days of life.

c) Be an addition to other statutory and voluntary services, and any other groups or individuals involved in the care of the patient.

The registered nurse will be one of a team, providing care and support to the patient within the home environment. They will ensure effective liaison and communication with both the Nurse Practitioners and key professionals involved in the patients care.

Individuals will need to demonstrate the ability to work alone at night and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. They will need to be flexible both in terms of their approach to the variety of tasks they will need to undertake and in terms of working hours.

The post holder will provide advice and support to patients and establish supportive relationships and presence with GPs and other community teams

To function as a competent clinical practitioner to deliver direct patient care in response to an immediate need.

The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and other care providers.

Clinical:

To accurately assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of the patient and their carers within the home environment while working closely and liaising where necessary with the wider multidisciplinary team and out of hours services.

Ensuring that clear, precise documentation is carried out at all times with regard to patient care, informing the Community Services Hub of any significant changes in the patients condition and any relevant factors significant to the patient care plan.

To revise care plans depending upon patients changing condition using evidence-based practice.

Ensure the holistic physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual and social -needs of patients and their families, carers are met.

To recognise situations where liaison with external agencies eg Health Hero / Shropdoc for Powys patients, may be appropriate.

To undertake duties and responsibilities delegated by the community team.

Undertake a role in palliative care through partnership with health care professionals and other agencies throughout Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and Powys, providing support on all aspects of clinical palliative care.

Work autonomously as a competent nurse who uses evidence-based skills and translates expert knowledge directly into individualised holistic therapeutic patient care in the full range of settings across primary care.

Develops clinically effective and therapeutic relationships with patients and relatives using persuasive, negotiating, and motivating skills to communicate complex, contentious, and sensitive information. For example, end of life issues and difficult to accept conditions, considering barriers to understanding and challenging communication.

Demonstrates excellent communication skills in order to share sensitive and complex concepts with other professional and relevant organisations about a full range of palliative care issues.

To identify where complex grief patterns are present facilitating referral to specialist bereavement support services.

To demonstrate a clinical knowledge in palliative care, underpinned by accessing relevant training, updates and conferences as agreed with the Community Services Manager.

Personal

To always act in accordance with the Code of Conduct and all policies and directives issued by the NMC and the Severn Hospice.

To comply with lone worker policy.

To attend relevant meetings, providing effective communication to ensure continuity of patient care.

To attend such courses/lectures/in-service training as indicated by needs of the service and own personal developments as identified.

Keep abreast of current developments in clinical nursing.

To always respect the confidentiality of information covering patients, staff and volunteers.

To promote the Hospice philosophy of care towards patients and relatives

Promote and incorporate equality and diversity in all aspects of the teams operations and in the public domain

Responsibilities and duties may include other tasks as determined by the Community Services Manager.

This job description is intended as a guide to the range of duties covered and should not be regarded as inflexible. There is a mutual obligation to modify the description when changes in the work situation occur.

Supplementary Information and Requirements

All new permanent Hospice employees are on a 4-month probationary period.

A DBS Disclosure will be requested in the event of an individual being offered the post.

Health and Safety

In accordance with the Hospices Health & Safety Policy all employed persons while at work are required by Section 7 of the Health & Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Appraisal

All employees are required to participate in the Hospices appraisal process.

Person Specification

Aptitudes and Attributes

Essential

• Happy to work alone
• Calm and reassuring
• Able to take instruction and document events during shift
• Sensitive
• Emotionally strong
• Team player
• Able to solve problems

Other Requirements

Essential

• DBS disclosure
• Prepared to work flexible hours inc. nights
• Willingness to undergo further training as required
• Car owner / driver
• Willing to travel within a 25 mile radius

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Competent in symptom control and syringe drivers
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent nursing skills
• Good understanding of palliative care philosophy
• Good listening skills
• Good counselling skills

Desirable

• Awareness of wider palliative care issues
• Awareness of NICE guidelines
• Awareness of issues around non-cancer patients

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC Registered)
• Palliative care study days or courses

Desirable

• Care of the dying course

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification nursing experience

Desirable

• Palliative care in community 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.

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

Severn Hospice

Address

Bicton Heath

Shrewsbury

Shropshire

SY3 8HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What you will do:

Be an advocate for Public Health surrounding vaccination programmes for pregnant patients and their families. Work in the Maternity Services Vaccination clinic, safely delivering whooping cough and seasonal flu vaccinations. Provide relevant advice and health promotion information to pregnant people attending the clinic. Work flexibly as required across all areas of the Maternity Services locally, in delivering an effective vaccination service. Support the service in any COVID vaccination programmes. Provide support to the peer vaccination programme as required.

What we are looking for: A registered midwife educated to degree level or with evidence of recent equivalent experience or education. Have recent NHS experience as a band 6 midwife, for at least 2 years. Willingness to learn and contribute to the development of the service. An interest in the Public Health agenda for maternity. An interest in the recommended vaccination programme for maternity. An empathetic caring manner. A good listener and articulate communicator. Flexibility.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Registered midwife on relevant part of the NMC Register
• Diploma or degree in midwifery
• Completion of preceptorship
• Competent clinical skills and knowledge across all areas of midwifery practice
• Knowledge of current Government NHS Agenda relevant to Maternity Services
• Suturing competency
• Cannulation competency

Desirable

• Physical Examination of the Newborn (NIPE) qualification
• Recognised teaching / mentorship qualification
• Professional Midwifery Advocate (Supervisor of Midwives)
• Case loading experience
• High dependency experience
• Shift leading experience

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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 Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

W&N PAH Maternity Service

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 5YA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Educated to Masters level, or equivalent experience, with relevant commercial and contracting experience
• Portfolio / evidence of ongoing professional development, professional qualifications and experience e.g. project management, leadership, contract law.

Desirable

• Legal degree or legal qualification
• Commercial or Business qualification

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of both NHS and Local Authority contracting and performance management
• Experience in effective contract negotiations
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, SLAs and partnership agreements
• Acting as a subject matter expert and clearly defining issues and describing contractual situations in 'lay mans' terms

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Strong relationship building and communication skills, with ability to work within a complex multi professional environment effectively
• Ability to produce clear and concise reports
• High level of interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
• Ability to work autonomously within a complex organization, managing own workload.

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Parsons Green Health Centre

Parsons Green

London

SW6 4UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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