Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description for full details

Clinical or technical

To take a leading role in the advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients with acute medical illnesses. These patients often have complex and or chronic presentation.

To act as a lead specialist occupational therapy resource using highly developed clinical skills in theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience.

To be responsible as an autonomous practitioner to undertake a significant specialist clinical caseload and use excellent clinical reasoning skills to utilise a wide range of treatment skills and options to formulate a specialised programme of care using a range of interventions.

To use investigative and analytical skills, manual assessment techniques and diagnostic procedures to assess complex patients, to support other more junior staff with their patients as required and to make referrals to other disciplines and agencies as appropriate.

To formulate accurate prognoses and recommend best course of intervention, developing comprehensive discharge plans.

To support less experienced staff with their patient caseload.

To set and maintain a high standard of clinical care using evidence-based practice, keeping up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research, critiquing and implementing changes in clinical practice and encouraging this throughout the team.

To use ongoing investigative and analytical skills, assessment techniques and diagnostic procedures to assess complex patients.

To demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills and select appropriate treatments.

To be able to adapt treatments dependent on clinical outcome and formulate an appropriate plan.

To attend relevant board rounds and meetings as required, to ensure appropriate management and effective and timely discharge of patients.

Leadership or managerial

Work in close conjunction with Clinical Lead for PT and OT for Medicine and other Band 7 Team Leads

To be jointly responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the occupational therapy and physiotherapy service to the medical wards as the Trust reconfigures its bed base.

Act as a role model and resource, providing information and promoting high standards of patient care, whilst working closely with other professionals

Supervise junior and senior staff within team.

Effectively plan the daily management of a caseload of patients by prioritising clinical work, responding to urgent referrals and frequently unpredictable work patterns

Maintain the high standards of the service by contributing to the individual team and service objectives.

Ensure team working within Ashford and St Peters Hospitals, assisting other members to effectively prioritise, plan and manage their caseloads.

Demonstrate ability to prioritise clinical and managerial work and balance other patient related and professional activities as the department requires.

Participate in the appraisal scheme as an appraiser and appraisee

To work with the Therapy Managers in developing strategic and operational management of the Occupational Therapy Service.

Demonstrate a high level of understanding of clinical governance and clinical risk

Initiate and lead projects to develop services in line with recent NHS initiatives and guidance and in response to local demand.

Work as part of the Occupational therapy Team to provide an efficient and effective service.

Communication

Demonstrate ability to communicate complex and sensitive information to patients, carers and other staff including imparting unwelcome news relating to their rehabilitation potential and gaining consent for treatment.

Assess patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment..

Take responsibility for leading/supporting local team meetings to ensure accurate and timely information giving and receiving.

Initiate and maintain good contact with local service both internally and externally.

Provide advice to other disciplines both internally and externally to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to care.

Initiate and maintain contacts with local and national clinical interest groups appropriate to the clinical field and to share and disseminate knowledge with colleagues working within the directorate.

Education

Supervise and lead on the professional development and training of Occupational Therapists and other members of the team in the specialist field.

Undertake regular supervision with individuals to support clinical reasoning and to undertake joint problem patient sessions as facilitator and participant.

Take responsibility for the training of junior staff, students or assistants/technicians within own clinical area.

Participate in any training sessions as a recipient and facilitator within the department and MDT.

Disseminate any training received to other staff and healthcare professionals.

Be actively involved in special interest groups to share and disseminate knowledge to colleagues.

Information and reporting

Collect & record data accurately in accordance with professional guidelines and ASPH Values.

Research and Development

To take responsibility for the writing of evidence based clinical guidelines and protocols as appropriate to the speciality and for regularly reviewing and updating those guidelines.

Demonstrate the use of relevant information and research findings to support and promote evidence-based practice within the clinical area.

Promote clinical excellence through initiating & participating in setting, maintaining and monitoring standards of care within a clinical governance framework.

Participate in both clinical and organisational audit to continually evaluate the effectiveness of the service.

Service improvement

Monitor and maintain acceptable standards of care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team

To develop services in line with recent NHS and other initiatives and guidance.

General responsibilities

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties as qualified and able,

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational therapy
• Appropriate training at MSc Level of equivalent experiential development

Desirable

• Leadership training

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a senior OT in surgery/cardiorespiratory/neuro/general and elderly medicine
• Experience working within an acute hospital setting
• Supervision of junior and/or support staff
• Experience of leading a team

Desirable

• Experience in teaching in a variety of ways

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Advanced assessment, treatment, clinical reasoning and discharge planning
• Knowledge of relevant clinical guidelines
• Use of audit to improve interventions/services

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Desirable

• Education to GCSE level Grade C or above or its equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Desirable

• Evidence of working in a NHS environment
• Evidence of working in a team
• Evidence of working with IT and applying systems and processes
• Evidence of Health & Safety, COSHH and Infection Control Regulations

Skills & Abilities

Desirable

• Evidence of good communication skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Competent to operate cleaning equipment
• Competent in following work schedules

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 County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• To have a degree in registered nursing
• Registered with NMC
• Evidence of other relevant and recent CPD/ training.

Desirable

• Membership of relevant special interest group.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 year's post registration experience in the following areas: Significant and recent post registration experience in the following areas: General Medicine & Surgery, Orthopaedics, Elderly Care, A/E, Critical Care, Respiratory

Desirable

• Experience of working in the community
• Demonstrate an understanding of professional nursing issues and the 6 C's

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as competent autonomous practitioner.
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• To have a full UK driving licence
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements especially risk management

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be aware of the importance of providing accurate meals for Patients with special dietary/cultural requirements

Prepare salad, sandwiches and other basic food items for patients, staff and visitors.

Support patient meal services, by loading bulk trolleys or ward level service of meals.

Undertake basic cooking, e.g. cooking buffets and breakfast items under the guidance of the Facilities Supervisor - Catering.

To clean equipment and premises on a daily basis in accordance with duty rotas and work schedules using the appropriate equipment and chemicals. This will include cleaning floors, walls and surfaces.

To undertake deep clean of all catering equipment within the department.

Adhering to Food Hygiene Standards and Trust policy and procedures.

Responsible for deliveries, stock control and cleanliness of stock areas and raise shortfalls immediately to the Facilities Supervisor - Catering.

Responsible for checking, cleaning and refilling vending machines and 24 hour catering stores. Completing all Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) documentation and sales controls for audit purposes.

To assist customers who are experiencing problems associated with vending machines and resolve on behalf of the customer.

To answer and resolve telephone queries and respond to requests from departments accurately and efficiently.

Demonstrates role requirements to new starters.

To be responsible for setting up meeting rooms and preparing food for special functions, including the preparation of beverages and buffet items, and then following this clearing of the venue and washing up as required ensuring all items are returned to the restaurant.

To wash up ward level patient equipment when required.

To dispose of all waste food and refuse in a hygienic manner and in accordance with the Trust Waste Management Policy.

To prepare servery area and restaurant prior to service to ensure that all areas and display counters are attractively and properly presented at the start of the service and are replenished throughout the opening times.

To prepare refrigerated commodities.

Person Specification

Qualifications/training

Essential

• GCSEs or good basic education
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 Customer Service or willingness to work towards

Experience

Essential

• Relevant catering experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Basic knowledge of food hygiene; control of substances; hazard analysis etc
• Manual handling skills
• Cash handling skills
• Basic computer skills
• Communicate information effectively to patients, staff & visitors

Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions
• Be able to make decisions in the absence of supervision
• Physically be able to push and pull catering equipment
• Physically able to twist, turn, bend, stretch during duties
• Physically able to work in a hot/cold environment
• Physically able to move medium loads of food
• Ability to communicate verbally with a diverse group of people
• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional way

Other job requirements

Essential

• To be flexible to meet the needs of the service by covering all shifts to ensure service continuity

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre

91 Oak Tree Lane

Birmingham

B29 6JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this challenging role the the post holder will be required to work in the Service Management team. In this capacity the post holder will be responsible for all of the activities associated with Incident & Problem Management to ensure stability of live service.

These activities include:

• Develop and maintain IT Incident / Problem Management and Major Incident Management processes
• Co-ordinate a rapid and effective cross-sectional response to major incidents including escalation, follow-through, dissemination of workarounds, or resolution advice and closure
• To manage in-depth investigations into IT-related incidents / Problems in order to minimise or prevent breaks in service
• To conduct detailed analysis of data gathered via the Service Management Tool in order to identify underlying issues and to develop effective responses aimed at improving or eliminating such issues
• Working as part of a team to investigate and identify root causes of issues

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Educated to at Degree level (or equivalent qualification / experience) in an IT related subject and experience in an IT support role
• ITIL Foundation Certification or equivalent qualification/ experience

Desirable

• ITIL Practitioner or Management certification
• Prince 2 Certification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of managing Major and High Impacting Incidents
• In depth knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems and products
• In depth technical knowledge and expertise of IT hardware, operating systems, end-user software and infrastructures
• Significant experience of supporting a complex networked environment
• In depth knowledge of on-line technical and support resources
• Experience of providing support to a large multi-site organisation
• Experience of Vendor management

Desirable

• Relevant NHS experience
• Knowledge of ServiceNow
• Experience of matrix management in an IT environment
• Experience of reducing "aged" tickets

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to develop good working relationships with staff at all levels
• Excellent decision-making ability
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Excellent documentation writing skills
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Supervisory skills
• A good, professional telephone manner
• A logical approach to problem solving and a flexible approach to work
• Maintain a customer-focused service at all times
• Alignment to Trust Values and Core Behaviours

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

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Regent Point

317 Regent Point

NE3 3HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Administer medications to patients, including intravenously
• Carry out clinical skills as required, including but not limited to; clinical observations, neurological observations, cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, bladder scans, female catheterisation, wound dressings
• Administer blood products
• Support NIC with patient flow by completing tasks in a timely fashion, and by transferring patients to wards/scans as requested
• Develop effective working relationships with MDT
• Participate in team huddles to ensure optimal communication
• Utilise clinical systems such as EPMA, vital pac, ICE, CareFlow
• Ensure thorough discharges are complete with appropriate safety netting
• Providing SBAR handovers to wards should patients require admission
• Must be able to communicate effectively and manage time
• May be required to support in ED if asked by the NIC

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Registered nurse (Adult)
• Evidence of CPD
• BLS / Immediate Life Support Training
• Intravenous Administration of medicines

Desirable

• Cannulation, venepuncture (or willingness to work towards)
• Administration of blood products
• Teaching and Mentoring competency (preferable)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• 2 years post registration experience in an acute hospital setting
• Understanding of professional nursing values

Desirable

• Understanding of SDEC

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Understanding of confidentiality, information governance and the Caldicott principles
• Evidence of excellent communication skills across a range of personnels
• Evidence of ability to manage time effectively

Desirable

• Demonstrate an understanding of risk management

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Williams Avenue

Dorset County Hospital

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Trust is actively working to achieve a diverse, gender balanced and representative workforce where diversity is actively valued and celebrated, including at Trust Board level. With this in mind, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to ensure that our Board reflects the diversity of our communities and encourages diversity of thought.

Please submit your Expression of Interest (on no more than two sides of A4) with an accompanying C.V. to Amandeep Hayer, via email [email protected].

To arrange an informal discussion with Professor Andy Hardy, Chief Executive Officer please email [email protected]

Closing date: Sunday 18th October (midnight)

Final Assessment / Interviews: Monday 30th November 2026

For detailed description of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached candidate pack.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• o Current GMC/ GDC registration and inclusion of the GMC Specialist register o Sustained record of continued professional development o MBA or other postgraduate management qualification in a relevant field or substantial experience

Experience

Essential

• o Comprehensive understanding of the NHS and it's infrastructure o Outstanding record of sound medical leadership in a complex organisation o Successful track record as a credible Director/Deputy Director with Board Level exposure o Excellent understanding of negotiation theory and practice and ability to achieve exceptional results o Proven experience of change management

Desirable

• o Successful track record at Director level including exposure at Board Level within an Acute Hospital setting.

Skills

Essential

• o Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills o High level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement, and flexibility in approach and attitude o Excellent communication skills working with internal and external stakeholders o Well-practised ability to question, challenge and influence assumptions across professional and organisational boundaries o Leader with personal and professional credibility and strong sense of integrity o Ability to influence and operate effectively in a challenging environment o Confident and able to inspire confidence in others o Ability to cope with distressing and emotional circumstances in a sympathetic and understanding manner

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work 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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

UHCW NHS Trust

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to JD attached.

For further details / informal visits contact: Miss Jennifer Jalili (Consultant in Restorative Dentistry) at [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BDS MJDF/MFDS
• Full registration with the GDC
• Inclusion in the specialist register for Endodontics
• A Masters or MClinDent in either restorative dentistry or one of its monospecialties

Desirable

• PhD, FDSRCS

Training and Experience

Essential

• Completion of SAC approved 3 years training programmes in Endodontics

Desirable

• Successful completion of a Restorative Dentistry Dental Core Training hospital post

Administration

Essential

• Ability to organise and manage work
• Able to demonstrate communication skills within multi-disciplinary team
• Understanding of the principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Experience in day to day organisation of services in a busy hospital settings

Audit

Essential

• Must have undertaken and completed audit projects
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit
• Local audit presentation

Desirable

• National presentation of audits

Research

Essential

• Publication of relevant review articles or case reports

Desirable

• Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of specialty specific topic
• Experience in clinical research

Personal Skills

Essential

• Effective communicator, able to work in a multidisciplinary team and cooperate with all medical and paramedical staff
• Flexible and adaptable, able to cover colleagues' absence
• Professional attitude towards work, reliable, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance
• Manages and prioritises time, workload, and information effectively
• Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues. Capacity to operate under pressure with initiative & resilience
• Able to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions

Trust Values

Essential

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of Croydon Health Services Values Commitment to uphold Croydon Health Services Values
• Commitment to uphold Croydon Health Services Values

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

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Croydon Health Services

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for complete details regarding this post.

When completing your application, please demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

We can also offer you many staff benefits to help support you which include:

Early access to Psychological Therapies and Physiotherapy

Competitive annual leave allowance

Car leasing scheme

NHS pension scheme

Free eye tests

Money saving options through our salary sacrifice scheme

Discounts on major high street retailers and restaurants

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - sponsorship is not available. Please provide details of the visa type and expiry date in your application. Failure to provide the required information will result in your application being rejected.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Cavendish Care Certificate or willingness to work towards resourced by LPFT
• NVQ 3 in Care or equivalent
• NVQ 3 in Promoting Independence or equivalent or working towards achievement
• Training in mental health awareness or other training relevant to this post

Desirable

• Training in mental health awareness or any other training relevant to this post
• NVQ 2 in Care or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous relevant experience working with people with mental health problems at a nursing assistant grade or equivalent within a health and social care setting
• Knowledge of risk assessment principles
• Experience in providing support for people in the community
• Experience of working with people with mental health needs

Desirable

• Experience in providing support for people in the community
• Experience of working with people with mental health needs

Skills

Essential

• Effective communication with service user, other members of the team and outside agencies.
• A patient and empathic approach. Clear and accurate clinical note keeping.
• Quick decision making skills- calm approach and have the ability to liaise and consult with others colleagues if required.
• Plan and organise their day and ensure that their whereabouts are known.
• IT skills.
• Ability to travel around the county independently

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

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unit 9, The Point

Lions Way

Sleaford

NG34 8GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To visit the catering facilities, wards and patients in order to monitor the catering service and address any catering issues.

Responsible for deliveries, stock control and cleanliness of stock areas and raising shortfalls immediately to the Catering Services Lead.

Daily supervision of Catering Facilities Operatives, to include undertaking Return to Work Interviews, stage 1 sickness reviews, 1:1 Supervision and completion of PDRs.

Preparation, cooking and presentation of food for patients, staff and visitors, adhering to standardised recipes.

Responsible for ensuring complaints are dealt with sensitively and in accordance with the Trusts standards, taking corrective action where necessary and ensuring lessons learned are communicated, understood and applied.

Assisting, when required, to serve customers in the restaurant and functions.

Under the direction of Catering Services Lead, plan and cost menus.

Under the direction of the Catering Services Lead, order food and non-food items in accordance with the Trust Financial Instructions.

Ensure food and hygiene standards are met.

Organises and prioritises own daily work plan.

To work in a clean and tidy manner at all times, to leave work and preparation areas in a clean and hygienic condition at the end of service/shift.

Deputise for the Catering Services Lead across all sites where need arises by having an understanding of a cook-serve/freeze catering operation as a Facilities Supervisor to ensure business continuity within the division

Sign off bank and agency timesheets.

Review rotas and allocate shifts to ensure the department runs effectively.

Support the Catering Services Lead on projects relating to catering.

Participate in the recruitment process for the Service

Person Specification

Quaifications & Training

Essential

• GCSEs or good basic education
• Catering qualifications 706 and 1&2 or NVQ Level 3
• Hold or working towards Institute of Leadership & Management Qualification Level 3
• NVQ Level 3 in Facilities Management or equivalent or significant supervisory experience
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Level 2 Award in Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point(HACCP) for catering

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in a catering environment
• Proven supervisory management experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good organisational skills
• Basic IT keyboard skill and experience of data bases
• Basis proficiency with word processing, using spreadsheets, email and internet and computerised systems eg Menumark

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work using own initiative
• Ability to motivate self and others and work as part of a team

Other job requirements

Essential

• To be flexible to meet the needs of the service by covering all shifts to ensure business continuity
• Ability to fulfill travel requirements of the role,

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Moseley Hall Hospital

Alcester Road

Birmingham

B13 8JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse qualification or equivalent with active registration
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• ILS Qualification
• Teaching qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of professional nursing issues or equivalent.

Desirable

• Post registration cardiology experience

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner.
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively.
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality.
• Evidence of an area of special interest.

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements.
• Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills.
• Knowledge of clinical audit
• Evidence of critical appraisal skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To use the Trusts information systems appropriately in the outpatient hand therapy department to record all referrals ensuring data accuracy with patient details, referrer details and referral dates highlighting any referrals which require urgent attention and investigating any discrepancies or missing information.

2. To ensure that clinic appointments are used effectively and efficiently with appropriate bookings made according to the type and urgency of treatment required.

3. To send any relevant paperwork or telephone patients informing them of an appointment time/changes and any other relevant information pertinent to their appointment.

4. Work with the iMSK admin hub to process iMSK referrals for health professional teams.

5. To undertake the full range of reception duties for the hand therapy outpatient department. This will include assisting patients whilst checking in, out-coming appointments and rebooking appointments with the patient.

6. To deal with telephone enquiries regarding all hand therapy outpatient appointments and to make appropriate changes/amendments using the Trusts information systems in line with departmental guidance.

7. Action daily reports that show appointment cancellations or require those that require rebooking in order to maximise clinic utilisation.

8. To advise patients of non-clinical information e.g., outpatient waiting times.

9. To update the waiting list records as required.

10. To prepare patient records for the hand therapy department.

11. To be responsible for booking transport for patients and liaising with the transport services to ensure that patients arrival and return journeys are planned in conjunction with patient need and clinic requirements.

12. To file and archive clinical records

13. To run daily reports and any other ad hoc reports from the Trusts information system.

14. To be responsible, in cooperation with the senior hand therapy staff for cancelling clinics in the event of unplanned absence adhering to department policies.

15.To discharge patients in line with the departmental policies and procedures.

16. To make changes to clinic templates as required

17. To collect, open and date stamp post for the department.

18. To undertake photocopying and other general clerical duties as required for the hand therapy department.

19. To attend staff meetings and any other meetings as appropriate.

20. To liaise with GPs, medical staff, wards, physiotherapists, iMSK admin hub and colleagues as required.

21. To provide cover for other non-clinical roles within the department as required

22. To assist with ordering stationery and other office supplies.

23. To assist in running the hand therapy equipment shop, ensuring efficient handling of cash in line with policies and procedures.

24. To assist in the process of patients and other parties accessing medical records. Ensuring that correspondence with solicitors and other communication is carried out in a timely manner in accordance with policies and procedures.

25. To maintain a safe working environment liaising with other departments and completing incident forms as required.

26. To prioritise workload and work without supervision when necessary.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Achieved English + Maths Qualification

Desirable

• Knowledge of Microsoft Computer Packages

Experience

Essential

• Telephone + Face to Face Customer/Patient Experience
• Team Working
• Taking initiative
• Meeting goals/deadlines

Desirable

• Experience working in a health or social care setting

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Able to work to deadlines and under pressure
• Good organisational skills
• Able to prioritise workload
• 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford Hospital

London Road

Ashford, Surrey

TW15 3AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The advert will close early once the required number of applications has been received

Interview dates: 20th and 21st October 2026

The course commences on Monday 1st February 2027

Candidates will need to be available to commence on the above date

Please see attached the job description and person specification for further details on the main responsibilities

• Non-NHS employers: Start at the bottom of Band 5 pay scale.
• External NHS staff: Appointed up to the mid-point of Band 5.
• Internal secondments (BCHC): Will require manager approval and completion of the relevant forms to be signed by the divisional director to be transferred across on existing terms prior to interview.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• First level nursing qualification
• Current NMC Registration
• Appropriate entry level criteria for the University education programme, including a minimum of 240 academic credits of which at least 120 are at Level 5 (Diploma in Higher Education)
• Portfolio evidence of continual professional and academic development
• Must have applied to University for a SCPHN Health Visiting place
• Evidence of Line Management approval to apply for secondment
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of study at Level 6 if accessing Level 7 study
• Must have completed a preceptorship programme

Experience

Essential

• Evidence base practice
• Team working
• Prioritising & decision making
• Evidence of collaborative working within a multi-professional arena
• Problem solving
• Experience / Awareness of community working
• 12 months preceptorship programme

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate high level of interpersonal and written skills
• Computer literate
• Demonstrate sound literacy and numeracy skills
• Understanding of HV role
• Awareness of equality and diversity in delivery of health care
• Understanding of safeguarding children & vulnerable adults

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Self Motivation
• Excellent Role Model
• Excellent interpersonal skills / communication
• Flexible and adaptable

Other job requirments

Essential

• Car Driver and access to vehicle for work purposes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Moseley Hall Hospital

Alcester Road

Birmingham

B13 8LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Assume responsibility for own case list and case management of children, adolescents and families who are determined to be at high risk.

2. Provide primary CAMHS assessments, other specialist assessments and risk assessments to identify and diagnose the cause of emotional and behavioural problems in children and young people.

3. Formulate care plans, based on the primary CAMHS assessment. Design, write and share a copy of the care plan with children, young people and their carers.

4. Carry out the care plan using evidence-based models of psychological and psychotherapeutic interventions.

5. Participate and lead in joint complex assessments with other disciplines and other agencies and provide reports for referrers, families and other agencies as required, including 'witness of fact' court reports where appropriate.

6. Assess safeguarding issues for each case and refer concerns to Child Protection teams.

7. Maintain good relationships and clear lines of communication with other professional agencies and departments, providing specialist advice and support where appropriate.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• First level nursing qualification/registration RMN or RSCN or HV
• First level qualification in art, play, or drama therapy with related experience in the psychological aspects of caring for children and adolescent with mental health problems/needs, developmental/ learning disability problems
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team as a specialist practitioner in a mental health setting.
• Experience of undertaking crisis mental health assessments.
• Evidence of experience of clinical governance and audit and the process of clinical supervision

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team as a specialist practitioner in a mental health setting.
• Experience of undertaking crisis mental health assessments.
• Evidence of experience of clinical governance and audit and the process of clinical supervision

Desirable

• Working with families in a multi-racial urban environment
• Experience of working as a case manager in child and adolescent mental health
• Evidence of providing CAMHS interventions ie group, individual or family work and multidisciplinary work.

Knowledge and skill

Essential

• A good working knowledge of the following: Mental health disorders in children and adolescents
• The Children Act 1989, Mental Health Act 1983, Mental capacity Act 2005 and safeguarding children legislation.
• Assessment of risk and management of risk factors
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills to deliver targets and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Experience of working as a case manager in child and adolescent mental health

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lewisham CAMHS

Kaleidoscope Centre Rushey Green

London

SE5 8BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

• NVQ 3 or equivalent experience in a range of subjects relevant to the post
• Experience of forming positive therapeutic relationships with service users and carers whilst maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Ability to work alongside other agencies for the benefit of children young people and their families.
• Complete physical health observations on children.

Desirable

• A basic understanding of current National Guidelines and Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements.

Knowledge and abilities

Desirable

• Knowledge of the affects of mental health or learning disability issues on children and young people.

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

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ADHD - Children's Services

Shaw House

St.Austell

PL26 6AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see 'supporting documents'.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Relevant post registration qualification - specialist practitioner qualification (District Nursing) or working towards
• Independent non-medical prescribing qualification or equivalent or working towards
• MSc Nurse Practitioner qualification or equivalent

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Previous relevant experience of working within a community nursing team
• Highly developed clinical expertise and knowledge in all aspects of community nursing care
• Highly specialist assessment, planning , treatment and evaluation skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including ability to deal with challenging and sensitive situations

Desirable

• Experience of leadership and leading change or project implementation

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

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wadebridge Health Office

Brooklyn

Wadebridge

PL27 7AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide effective clinical leadership to ensure all nursing staff receive the appropriate supervision and support in conjunction with an agreed professional development plan. Furthermore, the post holder will be responsible for establishing and maintaining team systems and processes for effective operation of the team, and to ensure compliance with the achievement of Key Performance Indicators.

The successful candidate must display a considerable degree of initiative, possess mature judgement and maintain a calm, friendly and efficient manner when dealing with service users, their relatives, colleagues and visitors. The post holder will be required to work independently using initiative, and applying a high degree of confidentiality to all of their work. They must be able to demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills, manage competing demands and organise their own work in meeting deadlines in order for the smooth running of the ward area.

The successful candidate will need to be passionate about providing compassionate care and must be efficient and well organised. They will need to be good role models, have excellent communication skills, and be able to work with this vulnerable patient group and support carers in time of distress.

They will need to demonstrate knowledge and skills of caring for both the physical and mental health needs of this patient group, and to be able to ensure that staff are providing care to the expected standard. The individual needs to bring a proven record of leading quality care and service improvement, also development of creativity and inclusive care environments.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated, forward thinking person who is keen to build on multi-disciplinary working and the provision of high quality care.

You will be expected to build strong links with patients and carers, and involve them in all aspects of care delivery as appropriate. The candidate is expected to have Strong leadership skills and act as an excellent role model to all members of staff taking an active part in their training and development. Car driver essential, or access to a car (unless you have a disability as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 2010).We encourage and invest in individuals personal and professional development with training and support and as a CQC rated "Outstanding" Trust are able to offer you a variety of appealing benefits, including:

- Employee Assistance Programme- Bereavement Leave- Terminal Care Leave- Time off for Removal Day- Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme- IVF Leave up to 5 days- MOT Health Checks- Wellbeing Benefits including free massage- Holiday Play Schemes

If you feel this is an opportunity that interests you or you would like more information please contact us for further information.