Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills. ABOUT YOU When you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend

Main duties of the job

As a Regional Kitchen Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you play an essential role by helping to deliver first-class food and hospitality, crucial for providing exceptional care to our residents. Your work ensures that our residents enjoy a healthy, nutritious diet, which is a vital part of their wellbeing. The position offers a fulfilling opportunity to assist in meal production and enhance the dining experience, with the added benefit of interactions with residents to elevate their hospitality experience. While formal qualifications aren't mandatory, prior experience in a commercial kitchen or care setting is advantageous. Due to the regional nature of the role, access to transportation is needed. Benefits include competitive pay, access to training, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and more, recognizing your vital contribution to resident care.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services with a focus on delivering exceptional all-round care to residents within its network of care homes. Known for its dedication to maintaining the highest standards of care, Barchester Healthcare prioritizes the wellbeing of its residents, offering comprehensive services that include nutritious dining experiences and personalized support. The organization supports and values its staff, offering sector-leading benefits and development opportunities to ensure a positive and rewarding work environment. Barchester's commitment extends beyond care, aiming to create a hospitable environment where residents can thrive and enjoy their daily lives with individualized attention and support.

Details

Date posted

03 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1545649369

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one.REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards + Mileage paid from place of work.

And so much more!If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one.REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards + Mileage paid from place of work.And so much more!If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• No formal qualifications required, but experience in a commercial or care setting is useful. Access to transportation is necessary.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential No formal qualifications required, but experience in a commercial or care setting is useful. Access to transportation is necessary.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit an experienced passionate, knowledgeable and dynamic Senior Assistant Psychologistto join our Children and Young People's Service (ChYPS) Springtide Day Service based at Aldrington House, East Sussex.

You will be joining a service of highly skilled and experienced Family and Systemic Psychotherapists, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychology and Assistant Psychologists, Nurses, Dietitian, Support Workers and Occupational Therapists. Our team is responsible for covering all of Sussex.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will support and enhance the professional psychological care to young people within the Child and Young People's Service (ChYPS). Liaise with families/carers, other professionals and organisations to promote communication and good practice.

You will have prior experience of working with eating disorders and/or young people and families, and experience of using therapeutic models associated with this client group.

You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing psychological assessments and interventions within the scope appropriate to level of experience and training.

About us

Sussex Partnership Trust provides mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Working in Sussex:

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns there's always new experiences to be enjoyed

Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London

With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the Care Quality Commission. Our staff agree, with 82% of people in our recent staff survey telling us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Other key staff survey results include:

70% highlighting flexible working opportunities as a key point for satisfaction at work

79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work within their team

77% identifying the opportunities to show initiative in their roles

See the attached 'Partnership Perks' document for details about our benefits package.

Job summary

Sonographer - Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, UHB NHS TRUST

As a Sonographer at Heartlands Hospital Birmingham, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations critical to the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients across diverse clinical specialties.

Utilizing the latest sonographic machines, you will acquire and interpret detailed images of a variety of ultrasound exams according to your skill set, ensuring precision and diagnostic accuracy.

You will prepare and position patients, provide clear procedural explanations, and maintain strict adherence to hospital protocols and infection control standards. Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to patient care plans by providing timely, accurate diagnostic ultrasound reports. Your role demands expert knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles, alongside professional certification and commitment to continuous professional development.

This position is pivotal in supporting clinical decision-making and enhancing patient outcomes in a fast-paced, tertiary care setting.

You will be part of a department known for using the latest technology, supporting staff development, and providing caring patient services in a positive and innovative environment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder must have relevant NHS experience in ultrasound as they will be responsible for the provision of a highly specialised clinical ultrasound service, ensuring effective patient treatment and diagnosis. The post holder must demonstrate compassionate patient care during all patient contact through the service.

They will be responsible for managing and prioritising workload and to produce comprehensive independent reports. The post holder will work within professional boundaries to improve patient outcomes and take part in the training of others in the specialised field of ultrasound.

In addition to the delivery of the ultrasound service, the post holder will be responsible for

* Training and development of trainee staff in all aspects of clinical service

* Development and implementation of U/S protocols

* Contribution to research and development

* Promotion of service and Imaging standards

* Participation in audit and research

Deliverables:

Accurate and detailed ultrasound images and reports delivered within set timeframes.

Adherence to safeguarding principles and delivering safe compassionate care.

Clear communication of findings to clinical teams to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

Comprehensive documentation of patient information and scan details.

Contribution to maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-focused scanning environment.

Active participation in team meetings and training sessions to improve service quality.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job summary

Sonographer - Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, UHB NHS TRUST

As a Sonographer at Heartlands Hospital Birmingham, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations critical to the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients across diverse clinical specialties.

Utilizing the latest sonographic machines, you will acquire and interpret detailed images of a variety of ultrasound exams according to your skill set, ensuring precision and diagnostic accuracy.

You will prepare and position patients, provide clear procedural explanations, and maintain strict adherence to hospital protocols and infection control standards. Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to patient care plans by providing timely, accurate diagnostic ultrasound reports. Your role demands expert knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles, alongside professional certification and commitment to continuous professional development.

This position is pivotal in supporting clinical decision-making and enhancing patient outcomes in a fast-paced, tertiary care setting.

You will be part of a department known for using the latest technology, supporting staff development, and providing caring patient services in a positive and innovative environment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder must have relevant NHS experience in ultrasound as they will be responsible for the provision of a highly specialised clinical ultrasound service, ensuring effective patient treatment and diagnosis. The post holder must demonstrate compassionate patient care during all patient contact through the service.

They will be responsible for managing and prioritising workload and to produce comprehensive independent reports. The post holder will work within professional boundaries to improve patient outcomes and take part in the training of others in the specialised field of ultrasound.

In addition to the delivery of the ultrasound service, the post holder will be responsible for

* Training and development of trainee staff in all aspects of clinical service

* Development and implementation of U/S protocols

* Contribution to research and development

* Promotion of service and Imaging standards

* Participation in audit and research

Deliverables:

Accurate and detailed ultrasound images and reports delivered within set timeframes.

Adherence to safeguarding principles and delivering safe compassionate care.

Clear communication of findings to clinical teams to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

Comprehensive documentation of patient information and scan details.

Contribution to maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-focused scanning environment.

Active participation in team meetings and training sessions to improve service quality.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Band 2 or Band 3 Healthcare Assistant looking for a change? Or maybe you are someone who has always felt you would like to care for others but have no experience?

At Wokingham Hospital, we have two wards within our Inpatient Unit, caring for adults of any age with a wide mix of health care needs. We are a 24 hour service 365 days a year, mostly nursing led with support from the medical and therapy teams. The role aims to serve our patients, promote their independence, and support the service and team.

In addition to ensuring you develop the skills needed to deliver a high standard of personal care to the patients on our wards, BHFT is keen to provide access to any additional training. A number of our current HCAs have progressed to achieve qualifications including NVQ, sponsored Nurse Associate Training, and overseas Nursing adaptation programmes. We recognise not all staff wish to pursue these qualifications, so will also provide access to shorter non-academic courses that will enhance the care you deliver on a daily basis too.

The unit is based in Wokingham close to shops and public transport for easy commuting, and Wokingham Community Hospital staff are eligible for 'fringe London weighting' under agenda for change, which equates to an additional 5% of your basic NHS salary, and free staff parking on our Hospital site

Main duties of the job

• Work closely as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team to support qualified nurses in the care of patients requiring medical and rehabilitation support.
• Responsible for the assistance of patient's care needs, such as washing, dressing, mobilising and promoting their independence in all activities of daily living.
• Patient safety and infection control practice.
• Participating in training and support.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£26,618 a year per annum (Incl. of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CHS1346

Job locations

Wokingham InPatient Unit, Wokingham Hospital

41 Barkham Road

Wokingham

Berkshire

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for you to be considered for this role:

• Understanding and compassionate attitude to the care of people.
• Good understanding and use of IT programmes as we are a digital Trust
• Work flexibly in a 24/7 service (Including share of weekend/ day and night shifts).

If you recognise yourself in these requirements, we recommend you apply today!

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact: Ellen Bowley on 0118 9046064 or [email protected] who'll be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for you to be considered for this role: Understanding and compassionate attitude to the care of people. Good understanding and use of IT programmes as we are a digital Trust Work flexibly in a 24/7 service (Including share of weekend/ day and night shifts). If you recognise yourself in these requirements, we recommend you apply today! For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact: Ellen Bowley on 0118 9046064 or [email protected] who'll be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• English and Maths (A*-C or 9-4) GCSE or equivalent qualification
• Care Certificate or willingness to undertake the Care Certificate.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of delivering excellent customer service

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Proficient IT skills; able to input, save and open information in a variety of systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues in a variety of roles and seniorities, and service users where there may be barriers to understanding or engagement.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sites during the course of the working day where the location may be challenging to reach via public transport.

Person Specification Education, qualifications or training Essential English and Maths (A*-C or 9-4) GCSE or equivalent qualification Care Certificate or willingness to undertake the Care Certificate. Previous Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of delivering excellent customer service Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Knowledge of personal care and related procedures Proficient IT skills; able to input, save and open information in a variety of systems. Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues in a variety of roles and seniorities, and service users where there may be barriers to understanding or engagement. Additional Requirements Essential Ability to travel to multiple sites during the course of the working day where the location may be challenging to reach via public transport.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham InPatient Unit, Wokingham Hospital

41 Barkham Road

Wokingham

Berkshire

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham InPatient Unit, Wokingham Hospital

41 Barkham Road

Wokingham

Berkshire

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Colne Practice, located in Rickmansworth, is seeking a qualified clinical pharmacist to join the team for three days per week. Ideal working days will be Monday to Wednesday (negotiable) working 9am to 5pm.

Main duties of the job

• Clinically assessing and treating patients
• Providing clinical advice and expertise on medication
• Providing specialist expertise in the use of medicines and medicine information (e.g. side-effects, dosage)
• Providing pharmaceutical medication review and health education advice to patients, by face-to-face, telephone or notes-based review, as agreed with the practice
• Ability to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general care plans for patients with long-term conditions
• Contributing to public health campaigns, including flu vaccinations, childhood immunisation and adult immunisation programmes
• Processing specialist treatment and hospital medication discharge letters
• Monitoring patients with respiratory conditions
• Establishing ongoing professional relationships with individual patients

About us

The Colne Practice is a friendly GP practice with a list size of approximately 10,500 patients. Our team comprises 7 GP partners, 2 practice nurses, 1 HCA, 2 clinical pharmacists and reception and admin teams. We have on site staff parking.

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition. We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Healthcare Assistant to join our caring and progressive team in Sevenoaks. You will work as part of a close-knit team who are dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Sevenoaks. Sevenoaks is made up of a diverse patient group with complex needs. Healthcare assistants make a difference by helping to keep people at home and independent for longer. Our community nursing teams are closely aligned with local Primary Care Networks, to make sure patient care is holistic and joined up. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition, so we take time to get to know our patients.

Main duties of the job

Healthcare assistants provide care to people at home and in residential care homes, as part of a care plan agreed with local nursing teams.

As a healthcare assistant you'll:

• Work as part of a team to provide care to local patients and families
• monitor the quality of care they're receiving
• provide feedback to managers on the quality of care.

Your patients could be any age, but they'll often be elderly, while others may have been recently discharged from hospital, be terminally ill or have physical disabilities.

As a Healthcare Assistant you will work as part of a team to keep people safe and well at home. You will carry out care plans designed to support people living at home, in care homes or other settings and make sure that people who use our services have a good experience.

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

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Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

846-8224330-TS

Job locations

Sevenoaks OPD

Sevenoaks

TN13 3PG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community differencehere.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community differencehere. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.
• Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths)
• Recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment.

Desirable

• You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing.
• A customer focussed approach which is essential to: Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience; represent the Trust when talking to and working with patients, colleagues and visitors; and work together with colleagues and other teams across the Trust.
• Able to use IT systems and databases.
• Able to remain professional, work well under pressure and organise your own work in order to prioritise care delivery in line with trust policies and procedures.
• Have the skill to focus on the details with the ability to spot problems. You will know when you are within your own limits and when to escalate.

Desirable

• Be adaptable in work as things change throughout the course of the day and to support the wider team.
• Have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker.
• Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage.
• Understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health.

Working environment

Essential

• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role.

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience. Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths) Recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment. Desirable You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting. Knowledge and skills Essential Sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing. A customer focussed approach which is essential to: Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience; represent the Trust when talking to and working with patients, colleagues and visitors; and work together with colleagues and other teams across the Trust. Able to use IT systems and databases. Able to remain professional, work well under pressure and organise your own work in order to prioritise care delivery in line with trust policies and procedures. Have the skill to focus on the details with the ability to spot problems. You will know when you are within your own limits and when to escalate. Desirable Be adaptable in work as things change throughout the course of the day and to support the wider team. Have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker. Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage. Understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health. Working environment Essential A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sevenoaks OPD

Sevenoaks

TN13 3PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sevenoaks OPD

Sevenoaks

TN13 3PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

There has never been a more exciting time to join community healthcare. As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting people to recover, maintain their independence, and receive care closer to home. Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will help deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals.

In return, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive organisation that values your contribution and wellbeing. We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, clear career progression pathways, flexible working options where possible, and the chance to develop your skills alongside experienced healthcare professionals. If you are compassionate, motivated, and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Are you a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant looking to make a real difference? Join our Community Hospitals Team and help deliver high-quality, person-centred care to patients in a supportive community setting.

Our Community Hospitals provide a wide range of services, including rehabilitation, therapy services and outpatient care, supporting patients to recover, regain independence and achieve the best possible outcomes close to home. As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you will deliver both clinical and non-clinical care, helping patients with their daily living activities, rehabilitation goals and ongoing healthcare needs.

This varied and rewarding role includes supporting with personal care, nutrition and hydration, undertaking basic observations, catheter and stoma care, venepuncture, ECGs, bladder scanning, wound care, blood glucose monitoring and specimen management. You will also contribute to risk assessments, infection prevention, accurate record keeping and supporting patients' dignity, wellbeing and independence.

If you are caring, enthusiastic and committed to delivering excellent patient care, we can offer a supportive team environment, opportunities to develop your clinical skills and the chance to make a meaningful difference to patients and their families every day. Join us and be part of a team that puts patients at the heart of everything we do.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

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Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

846-8237111-TS

Job locations

Victoria Hospital

Deal

CT14 9UA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• You will have either: A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.
• In addition you will also have Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths)
• You'll need to have recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment.

Desirable

• You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience
• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases
• You will understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health.
• You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential You will have either: A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience. In addition you will also have Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths) You'll need to have recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment. Desirable You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting. Knowledge and skills Essential You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases You will understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health. You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker

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).

Additional information 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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Hospital

Deal

CT14 9UA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Hospital

Deal

CT14 9UA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Following a successful pilot delivered by Portsmouth City Council alongside Portsmouth CAMHS, we are delighted to announce we are seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist to support the new Intensive Fostering Team.

This role will specifically work within the newly developed Therapeutic Fostering Hub led by Portsmouth City Council. The successful Psychologist will be part of a multi-agency team working alongside a Team Lead, Advanced Social Worker and two Family Support workers.

The role will also be part of the established Specialist Trauma and Relational Therapies (STaRT) team within the Portsmouth Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). STaRT provides a dedicated multi-disciplinary Mental Health Service for Portsmouth children and young people who have experience in care (including unaccompanied minors seeking asylum), Care Leavers, or who are supported by the Edge of Care Team or Staying Close Team. This post would be closely supported by the senior Clinical Psychologists and Team Manager working across Portsmouth CAMHS, as well as the Head of Clinical Service for CAMHS. Supervision and development opportunities will therefore be accessed through the wider HIOW CAMHS system.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide a range of trauma informed formulation, consultation, networking and targeted interventions for

Ten Therapeutic Foster Carers to enable children who currently are in external children's homes to move back to their communities in Portsmouth. Two of these would provide respite care for children in the hub.

Two Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers who will provide short-term bridging placements, supporting children to successfully transition to a longer term home arrangement.

They will be a qualified specialist Clinical Psychology service to the client group and their families/carers.

They will provide high quality therapeutic interventions to children, young people and their families/carers who are open to the service for a range of different mental health difficulties.

They will offer leadership and consultation and supervision to the multiagency team within the Therapeutic Fostering Hub.

They will provide high quality clinical supervision to other clinical psychologists, trainee clinical psychologists and assistant psychologists and to other practitioners in the service where relevant.

They will work in close partnership with and offer psychological consultation to the multiagency networks around the children and young people open within the Therapeutic Fostering Hub, and other fostering placements when required.

They will contribute where needed to core CAMHS duties as required.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

Are you seeking a nurse, social worker or occupational therapist looking to grow you career in CAMHS? Come and work for us! We are delighted to be able to offer a Band 6 Mental Health practitioner post to a dynamic and caring professional with a passion for working with children and families. This is a 30 hours per week, permanent post based in the Havant & Petersfield CAMHS team. We are a warm and compassionate multi-disciplinary team who are united in the commitment to provide the highest quality care to the children, young people and families using our service.

HIOW CAMHS is currently undergoing an exciting transformation so that we are better able to meet the mental health needs of our communities going forward, and you will be an active part of this process. We follow a Stepped Care Model which includes Single Point of Access, Early Help, and Community Teams alongside the full range of specialist CAMHS services. We have well developed assessment and treatment pathways to ensure an evidence based and consistent service across CAMHS. You will have scope to develop your own areas of interest either in relation to specific presentations or therapy models.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work in partnership with service users in the designated care group with complex mental health presentations, developing their care plans and recovery plans to enable them to lead fulfilling lives.

They will provide clinical interventions relevant to the care group to include education, care plans and discharge planning, working closely with carers, families, and partner agencies to facilitate this.

They will have a robust knowledge of evidence based therapeutic interventions relevant to the care group including education, clinical care, wellness recovery action plans and discharge planning.

The post holder will work at all times to promote the safety and the wellbeing of service users and their families/carers.

The post holder will assess, plan, and implement care, and provide specialist advice and interventions.

They will provide clinical supervision to staff and students and act as a mentor for students.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and skilled Band 6 Senior Mental Health Practitioner. This is an opportunity for an experienced Mental Health Practitioner to work within our Inreach/Outreach team and to join our multidisciplinary Community Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CCAMHS) on the Isle of Wight.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our CAMHS Team, you will be joining a strong and supportive group of professionals who will be your peers inspiring colleagues. You will play a crucial role in providing and being responsible for ensuring the provision of safe services for all people using the Community Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.

The post holder will support the Inreach Outreach service to ensure the delivery of crisis pathway for young people and their families using the service. You will be expected to manage a caseload of young people who are in psychiatric crisis, and you will have co-ordination responsibility for the young people. The role involves MDT working and bespoke packages of care that are evidence informed and following NICE guidelines standards. The post holder will carry out comprehensive assessments and interventions supported by the team within Tier 3 CCAMHS and hold their own caseload.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible in collaboration with the team for crisis assessments and interventions of children and young people referred to our service: the ability to make balanced decisions and use a positive approach whilst managing potentially high risk situations is an essential part of the role. The post involves interagency liaisons with all the local authority and third sector services. Child and Family Social Services, Education department and other agencies, as required. The post will primarily be based at the CCAMHS clinic and you may also be required to work with young people and their families within their own home or Paediatric ward at the local hospital St Mary's.

The post holder will be expected to work in line with the Trust values and behave in a manner that facilitates the development of autonomous teams and individuals that are empowered, engaged and committed to continually delivering excellent care with compassion.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

Do you want to be part of a large, dynamic, integrated children's therapy service? We are transforming our service, and an exciting opportunity has arisen for newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists to join our innovative and friendly Children's Therapy team.

We have roles available within the Southampton and South West Hampshire area.

HIOWH Children's Therapy Service has an integrated model of care across Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Podiatry working together to provide holistic support with children and their families at the centre of what we do. We have excellent working relationships with early years services, schools, health and social care colleagues. This enables us to support children and the wider community to develop creative and innovative ways of working together to better meet the needs of both the child and their family.

We can support you to develop your clinical and leadership skills by offering:

*A friendly and supportive network of colleagues

*Clinical supervision and joint working opportunities

*Regular peer supervision with colleagues across the team.

*Professional training and update days with colleagues across the region.

*Training and development opportunities

Main duties of the job

HIOWH NHS Foundation Trust's Integrated Children's Therapy service is for children aged 0-19 who experience challenges with Physical disability, daily functional activities, eating and drinking skills, speech, language, and communication.

This is a community service delivered in children's homes, pre-school settings, Children's Centres, mainstream schools, special schools, and community clinics.

Physiotherapists, podiatry, Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists work together with children and their families as part of multi-agency teams with Health Care professionals across acute and community services, Education, social care colleagues and Equipment providers, to enable children achieve their therapy goals.

Please see job description for more detail.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

Do you want to be part of a large, dynamic, integrated children's therapy service? We are transforming our service, and an exciting opportunity has arisen for Speech and Language Therapists to join our innovative and friendly Children's Therapy team.

We have roles available within the North and Mid Hampshire area (based in Basingstoke, Winchester or Aldershot) and the Portsmouth and South East area (based in Portsmouth or Fareham).

HIOWH Children's Therapy Service has an integrated model of care across Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Podiatry working together to provide holistic support with children and their families at the centre of what we do. We have excellent working relationships with early years services, schools, health and social care colleagues. This enables us to support children and the wider community to develop creative and innovative ways of working together to better meet the needs of both the child and their family.

We can support you to develop your clinical and leadership skills by offering:

*A friendly and supportive network of colleagues

*Clinical supervision and joint working opportunities

*Regular peer supervision with colleagues across the team.

*Professional training and update days with colleagues across the region.

*Training and development opportunities

Main duties of the job

HIOWH NHS Foundation Trust's Integrated Children's Therapy service is for children aged 0-19 who experience challenges with Physical disability, daily functional activities, eating and drinking skills, speech, language, and communication.

This is a community service delivered in children's homes, pre-school settings, Children's Centres, mainstream schools, special schools, and community clinics.

Physiotherapists, podiatry, Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists work together with children and their families as part of multi-agency teams with Health Care professionals across acute and community services, Education, social care colleagues and Equipment providers, to enable children achieve their therapy goals.

Please see job description for more detail.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

In line with the government's priority to increase access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people, the 'Recruit to Train' Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) therapist role is an exciting opportunity for experienced mental health clinicians to develop their clinical skills and deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people, working across both educational settings and healthcare sectors in England.

This post provides the opportunity to complete the Children and Young People Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (CYP-IAPT) post graduate diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) that is being run in collaboration with the University of Reading. Successful candidates will be employed on a full-time, fixed-term, 15 month contract with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidates will study at the University of Reading, learning how to deliver CBT interventions for young people with anxiety or depression. They will also be working within one of our MHSTs for the duration of the one-year university course and would split their time between attending university teaching days and carrying out clinical work within their teams. After successful completion of the course, the fixed term training contract will end. However, applicants would be encouraged to apply for any vacant posts within the service.

Main duties of the job

Location: To be confirmed on offer of appointment, however bases will be within one of the Hampshire CAMHS geographical areas:

*Mid North: Basingstoke, Hook and Odiham, Alton and Petersfield and surrounding areas, Andover and Winchester, Meon and surrounding areas

*West: Eastleigh, Romsey and District and New Forest and surrounding areas

*South East: Fareham, Havant and Gosport and surrounding areas

Please state in the application which area is your preference.

There will be an expectation to travel across sites within your local geographical area and to the University of Reading.

The CBT course provides a thorough and robust cognitive behavioural theoretical base with particular focus on the protocols with the soundest evidence. In addition to providing practical, intensive and detailed skills training to facilitate skill development to a defined standard of competency, the course will aim to increase trainees' knowledge base of theory and research in CBT and to promote a critical approach to the subject. It will aim to equip trainees to become skilled, creative and independent CBT practitioners who appropriately value and adhere to treatment protocols with fidelity. We provide a BABCP level 2 postgraduate diploma in CBT.

The training involves teaching blocks as well as weekly teaching and supervision days at the University of Reading. Applicants must be willing and able to travel.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to join our Radiology Nursing Team focusing on our Interventional Services at a time of investment and development.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care within the imaging modalities of Interventional Radiology, Fluoroscopy, CT and Ultrasound. The varied nature of this speciality means there is always something new and interesting to learn.

This is an opportunity for a Registered Nurse to develop their career and skills within the Imaging Speciality to deliver the highest standards of care during Interventional Procedures. The post consists of a variety of roles as we provide a nurse-led interventional service. These include working as a scrub nurse, circulating and managing patient care pre and post procedure. You will also ensure patients are booked in a timely manner, pre-assessed, fully informed of the procedure and prepped accordingly. You will also assist the Band 7 Nurse Manager in the management of the nursing team, the day-to-day duties of the Radiology Department and ensure patient lists are running smoothly.

Previous radiology or other relevant experience is essential.

Main duties of the job

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Where applicable, the post-holder will deputise in the absence of the nursing manager, managing staff and physical resources effectively.

Be conversant with all policies and procedures.

Act as an accountable role model, demonstrating high levels of clinical expertise, leadership, managing and delivering individual high quality patient care and acting as patient advocate throughout Interventional Procedures.

The post-holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision, supervise registered and unregistered staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment.

Many inpatients are acutely unwell requiring emergency procedures/imaging, the post-holder must be confident in managing these patients in the isolated environment of the radiology environment.

The post-holder must be confident supporting out-patients who experience allergic reactions/anaphylaxis or become acutely unwell whilst in the radiology department.

Contribute to the operational and strategic development of Interventional Radiology services whilst ensuring delivery of the clinical governance agenda of the West Suffolk Hospital Trust.

The postholder will be expected to scrub alongside the Consultant Interventional Radiologist in our interventional theatre delivering minimally invasive, image guided procedures.

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

179-7971760-C

Job locations

West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St. Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1.Communication:

Assist in the development of communication systems and maintain existing effective systems within the clinical area, with nursing, the multi-disciplinary team and support services staff.

Ensure effective communication takes place between patients and /or relatives and staff.

Participate and communicate effectively with the inter-professional team and other agencies as necessary.

Report and document relevant information, using their initiative and communication skills to liaise with the Radiology Department, the multi-disciplinary team and other professionals. They must be confident and competent to react to any concerns immediately.

Promote effective communication with ward/departmental staff and multidisciplinary teams by maximising the use of available communication hubs.

2.Clinical Duties:

Act as a role model in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual programmes of care for patients.

Review and evaluate the care given by other team members, ensuring that realistic goals are set in partnership with the patient, and interventions enable the achievement of optimal outcomes.

Identify the need for changes in practice and the implications (including budget). There may be a need for some weekend working to achieve Government and Trust targets.

Ensure an approach to care which recognises the needs and views of patients and their carers.

Ensure an approach to care which minimises clinical risk and maximises clinical effectiveness.

Ensure that clinical and other untoward incidents are reported through the Trusts incident reporting mechanism and that staff are supported in this process.

Assist in the investigation of clinical incidents and errors and to identify and support any required change to nursing practice.

Contributes to policy and practice changes arising from e.g complaints, audits.

Ensure that protective clothing is worn and that radiation protection is adhered to during procedures.

Assist in the investigation of complaints through the Trusts complaint procedure, using these as a learning opportunity and support the Nursing Manager to change practice as a result, when appropriate.

Assist the Nursing Manager in the setting of evidence-based clinical practice standards, guidelines and protocols, which are regularly audited.

Support the development of multidisciplinary clinical audit at unit level.

Responsible for clinical assessment and management of patients attending the radiology department who experience unexpected clinical events, ensuring appropriate care is provided and concerns are escalated as indicated.

Ensure the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of patients/clients, relatives and colleagues are respected at all times.

Monitor and support patients undergoing complex interventional radiology procedures acting as scrub nurse as required following completion of competencies as required.

Responsible for the timely booking of, pre-assessment and prep of patients undergoing interventional procedures in the radiology department following a period of induction.

Liaising closely with the multi-disciplinary teams across the trust to ensure timely interventions as required.

4. Governance:

To actively promote the development of evidence-based practice.

To ensure that all accidents, incidents and complaints are reported and to assist in the investigation of them

Exercise professional accountability and uphold the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Use reflection to formulate and prioritise areas for self-development.

Develop and maintain own professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning.

Works within codes of practice and professional guidelines.

5. Finance and Resources:

Oversee the management/ordering of stock for interventional procedures, liaising closely with procurement, colleagues and external agencies to ensure appropriate levels/requirements are maintained and rotated as appropriate escalating any shortages/concerns to the Radiology Nursing Manager/Consultant Radiologist.

Act as signatory, authorising and processing overtime/bank shifts for nursing team.

6. Leadership and management:

Ensure that a high standard of nursing is delivered by self and others based on an assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, identifying priorities and realistic goals involving patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team.

Utilise leadership skills ensuring the department runs smoothly in the absence of the Radiology Nursing Manager.

Assist and support the Radiology Nursing Manager in the overall management of the area.

Supervise and monitor the work of staff within the department, ensuring that practice is evidence based and agreed policies are adhered to.

Co-ordinate care across the department deploying staff and prioritising as necessary.

Ensure that staff rotas are planned to provide adequate staffing cover. Identify when shortfalls occur or are likely to occur and take remedial action.

Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to manage resources within the agreed budgets.

Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager in recruitment and selection of staff following agreed personnel policies.

Be fully conversant with policies and procedures, including major accident, fire, health and safety, disciplinary, complaints and grievance and follows these as necessary.

Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to identify and manage performance issues including attendance, professional conduct, capability etc.

Actively promote professional development amongst staff within the area.

Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to ensure all staff have agreed objectives and personal development plans utilising the trusts appraisals process.

Please see job description attached to view main duties of role and man responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities 1.Communication: Assist in the development of communication systems and maintain existing effective systems within the clinical area, with nursing, the multi-disciplinary team and support services staff. Ensure effective communication takes place between patients and /or relatives and staff. Participate and communicate effectively with the inter-professional team and other agencies as necessary. Report and document relevant information, using their initiative and communication skills to liaise with the Radiology Department, the multi-disciplinary team and other professionals. They must be confident and competent to react to any concerns immediately. Promote effective communication with ward/departmental staff and multidisciplinary teams by maximising the use of available communication hubs. 2.Clinical Duties: Act as a role model in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual programmes of care for patients. Review and evaluate the care given by other team members, ensuring that realistic goals are set in partnership with the patient, and interventions enable the achievement of optimal outcomes. Identify the need for changes in practice and the implications (including budget). There may be a need for some weekend working to achieve Government and Trust targets. Ensure an approach to care which recognises the needs and views of patients and their carers. Ensure an approach to care which minimises clinical risk and maximises clinical effectiveness. Ensure that clinical and other untoward incidents are reported through the Trusts incident reporting mechanism and that staff are supported in this process. Assist in the investigation of clinical incidents and errors and to identify and support any required change to nursing practice. Contributes to policy and practice changes arising from e.g complaints, audits. Ensure that protective clothing is worn and that radiation protection is adhered to during procedures. Assist in the investigation of complaints through the Trusts complaint procedure, using these as a learning opportunity and support the Nursing Manager to change practice as a result, when appropriate. Assist the Nursing Manager in the setting of evidence-based clinical practice standards, guidelines and protocols, which are regularly audited. Support the development of multidisciplinary clinical audit at unit level. Responsible for clinical assessment and management of patients attending the radiology department who experience unexpected clinical events, ensuring appropriate care is provided and concerns are escalated as indicated. Ensure the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of patients/clients, relatives and colleagues are respected at all times. Monitor and support patients undergoing complex interventional radiology procedures acting as scrub nurse as required following completion of competencies as required. Responsible for the timely booking of, pre-assessment and prep of patients undergoing interventional procedures in the radiology department following a period of induction. Liaising closely with the multi-disciplinary teams across the trust to ensure timely interventions as required. 4. Governance: To actively promote the development of evidence-based practice. To ensure that all accidents, incidents and complaints are reported and to assist in the investigation of them Exercise professional accountability and uphold the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Use reflection to formulate and prioritise areas for self-development. Develop and maintain own professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning. Works within codes of practice and professional guidelines. 5. Finance and Resources: Oversee the management/ordering of stock for interventional procedures, liaising closely with procurement, colleagues and external agencies to ensure appropriate levels/requirements are maintained and rotated as appropriate escalating any shortages/concerns to the Radiology Nursing Manager/Consultant Radiologist. Act as signatory, authorising and processing overtime/bank shifts for nursing team. 6. Leadership and management: Ensure that a high standard of nursing is delivered by self and others based on an assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, identifying priorities and realistic goals involving patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team. Utilise leadership skills ensuring the department runs smoothly in the absence of the Radiology Nursing Manager. Assist and support the Radiology Nursing Manager in the overall management of the area. Supervise and monitor the work of staff within the department, ensuring that practice is evidence based and agreed policies are adhered to. Co-ordinate care across the department deploying staff and prioritising as necessary. Ensure that staff rotas are planned to provide adequate staffing cover. Identify when shortfalls occur or are likely to occur and take remedial action. Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to manage resources within the agreed budgets. Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager in recruitment and selection of staff following agreed personnel policies. Be fully conversant with policies and procedures, including major accident, fire, health and safety, disciplinary, complaints and grievance and follows these as necessary. Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to identify and manage performance issues including attendance, professional conduct, capability etc. Actively promote professional development amongst staff within the area. Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to ensure all staff have agreed objectives and personal development plans utilising the trusts appraisals process. Please see job description attached to view main duties of role and man responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of secondary education.
• Part 1 of the NMC register.
• ENB 998 or equivalent.
• ILS
• PILS (or willingness to undertake)
• Keyboard/computer skills
• AIMS

Desirable

• Leadership qualification
• Conscious sedation training (or willingness to undertake

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Competent nursing skills and experience in an acute setting.
• Good knowledge of the role of the radiology nurse.
• Interventional Radiology theatre scrub/nursing experience.
• Knowledge of research and audit
• Extensive knowledge of IR equipment/procedures/embolic agents.

Desirable

• Supervisory or management experience.
• Awareness of health and safety as it applies to radiology.
• Knowledge of procurement processes eg integra/nhs supply chain.

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate with all grades of staff.
• Confident, assertive but diplomatic and approachable.
• Possess excellent leadership skills.
• Committed to own personal development.
• Ability to use own initiative in the absence of the radiology nursing manager.
• Adaptable and able to multitask.
• Support other members of staff.
• Able to carry out staff appraisals.

Desirable

• Ambitious
• Commitment to own personal development.
• Able to work under pressure
• Certificate in cannulation/IV therapy passport

Personal qualities

Essential

• Flexible approach to working hours and duties.
• Good time keeping.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to work independently and within a team.
• Occupational Health clearance to carry out duties of role.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver against objectives.
• To be adaptable and cope with stressful situations.

Desirable

• Ability to identify personal development needs.
• Responds well to change and innovation.
• Ability to motivate others

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Good standard of secondary education. Part 1 of the NMC register. ENB 998 or equivalent. ILS PILS (or willingness to undertake) Keyboard/computer skills AIMS Desirable Leadership qualification Conscious sedation training (or willingness to undertake Experience and knowledge Essential Competent nursing skills and experience in an acute setting. Good knowledge of the role of the radiology nurse. Interventional Radiology theatre scrub/nursing experience. Knowledge of research and audit Extensive knowledge of IR equipment/procedures/embolic agents. Desirable Supervisory or management experience. Awareness of health and safety as it applies to radiology. Knowledge of procurement processes eg integra/nhs supply chain. Skills and abilities Essential Ability to communicate with all grades of staff. Confident, assertive but diplomatic and approachable. Possess excellent leadership skills. Committed to own personal development. Ability to use own initiative in the absence of the radiology nursing manager. Adaptable and able to multitask. Support other members of staff. Able to carry out staff appraisals. Desirable Ambitious Commitment to own personal development. Able to work under pressure Certificate in cannulation/IV therapy passport Personal qualities Essential Flexible approach to working hours and duties. Good time keeping. Excellent communication skills. Able to work independently and within a team. Occupational Health clearance to carry out duties of role. Ability to work under pressure and deliver against objectives. To be adaptable and cope with stressful situations. Desirable Ability to identify personal development needs. Responds well to change and innovation. Ability to motivate others

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).

Additional information 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

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St. Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St. Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Families First Programme in Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

The Department for Education's Families First Programme will deliver system-wide reform in children's safeguarding, in line with the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is committed to working with safeguarding partners to fully implement the programme. In collaboration with Trafford Local Authority Children's Social Care and Trafford Integrated Care Board, MFT has established the Families First Programme Operational Lead post to provide operational leadership and translate Families First priorities into effective operational delivery in the Multi Agency Child Protection Hubs and the Family Help workstreams.

Main duties of the job

The Families First Operational Lead will

o Lead the operational scoping, design, testing and implementation of the NHS contribution to both the Multi Agency Child Protection Teams (MACPT) and Family Help workstreams, acting as the named statutory healthcare professional for MFT within the MACPT structure.

o Pilot and test new ways of working for the NHS contribution to Multi-Agency Child Protection Teams and Family Help arrangements across Trafford.

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success.Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum / pro rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-COR-8198683-RL4

Job locations

Safeguarding Team

Trafford Town Hall

Talbot Road

M32 0TH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife with substantial post registration experience
• 1 st Level degree in nursing or health related subject
• Evidence of relevant Safeguarding Children Qualification and/or Looked After Children/ Young People Qualification

Desirable

• Specialist Practitioner Public Health
• Master's degree or working towards
• Teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of significant direct safeguarding children/Looked after Children experience at band 7 or above
• Experience of delivering safeguarding supervision
• Significant experience in a senior clinical position with a proven ability to manage a team
• Experience of contributing to Local Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews (LCSPRs) and the subsequent action plans
• Experience of successfully managing the implementation of change
• Evidence of professional leadership, leading to innovation in practice.
• Experience of policy development and implementation and delivery of education programmes in single and multi-agency settings
• Evidence of involvement in multi-agency safeguarding children/ Looked After Children/young people subgroups
• Evidence and experience of implementing and coordinating safeguarding children's procedures within a multi-agency team
• Skilled in multi-agency assessment and working together with partner agencies
• Experience of undertaking and contributing to single and multiagency audit
• Awareness of issues affecting ethnic minority families and other socially excluded groups
• In depth knowledge of children's health and development and the nature and impact of child maltreatment

Skills

Essential

• Expert knowledge of relevant legislation relating to safeguarding children and looking after children/young people
• Expert knowledge of relevant legislation relating to the Families First Programme
• Evidence of current knowledge of local and national policies relating to safeguarding children and relevant professional and NHS policy initiatives.
• Demonstrates in depth knowledge relevant to patterns of abuse and neglect
• Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports for safeguarding children's procedures.
• Confidence to challenge appropriately in difficult situations
• Well-developed presentation skills.
• Ability to analyse and critically evaluate information and record in a concise and accurate manner
• The ability to practice as an expert practitioner in relation to safeguarding children
• Effective organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate across organisational boundaries
• Completion of audits and reports within timescale
• Facilitation skills.
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• IT skills, word processing/database skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, to prioritise, work flexibly and to tight deadlines

Desirable

• IT skills relating to Power Point, Excel

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife with substantial post registration experience 1 st Level degree in nursing or health related subject Evidence of relevant Safeguarding Children Qualification and/or Looked After Children/ Young People Qualification Desirable Specialist Practitioner Public Health Master's degree or working towards Teaching qualification Experience Essential Evidence of significant direct safeguarding children/Looked after Children experience at band 7 or above Experience of delivering safeguarding supervision Significant experience in a senior clinical position with a proven ability to manage a team Experience of contributing to Local Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews (LCSPRs) and the subsequent action plans Experience of successfully managing the implementation of change Evidence of professional leadership, leading to innovation in practice. Experience of policy development and implementation and delivery of education programmes in single and multi-agency settings Evidence of involvement in multi-agency safeguarding children/ Looked After Children/young people subgroups Evidence and experience of implementing and coordinating safeguarding children's procedures within a multi-agency team Skilled in multi-agency assessment and working together with partner agencies Experience of undertaking and contributing to single and multiagency audit Awareness of issues affecting ethnic minority families and other socially excluded groups In depth knowledge of children's health and development and the nature and impact of child maltreatment Skills Essential Expert knowledge of relevant legislation relating to safeguarding children and looking after children/young people Expert knowledge of relevant legislation relating to the Families First Programme Evidence of current knowledge of local and national policies relating to safeguarding children and relevant professional and NHS policy initiatives. Demonstrates in depth knowledge relevant to patterns of abuse and neglect Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports for safeguarding children's procedures. Confidence to challenge appropriately in difficult situations Well-developed presentation skills. Ability to analyse and critically evaluate information and record in a concise and accurate manner The ability to practice as an expert practitioner in relation to safeguarding children Effective organisational skills. Ability to communicate across organisational boundaries Completion of audits and reports within timescale Facilitation skills. Evidence of continuous professional development IT skills, word processing/database skills. Ability to work under pressure, to prioritise, work flexibly and to tight deadlines Desirable IT skills relating to Power Point, Excel

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).

Additional information 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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Safeguarding Team

Trafford Town Hall

Talbot Road

M32 0TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Safeguarding Team

Trafford Town Hall

Talbot Road

M32 0TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Join Evolve Psychology as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This is a remote position with full-time or part-time applications considered (minimum three days per week). Youll work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality autism and ADHD assessments via NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. This is your chance to combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, using evidence-based tools to provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful feedback. Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development are also available within our values-led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.

Main duties of the job

You will conduct structured observations and developmental history interviews, contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions, and produce accurate, evidence-based clinical reports. You will provide clear, compassionate feedback to families, deliver clinical supervision where applicable, and work efficiently to meet service KPIs. This fully remote role involves remote assessments, digital workflows and in-house systems streamline admin, supported by dedicated IT and operational teams.

About us

Evolve Psychology is a clinician-led, award-winning independent service specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. Founded in 2014,by Dr Laura Powling, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, we combine clinical excellence with compassion and a values-led culture. Our team of over 100 experts delivers high-quality care across the UK, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults. We provide generous leave, private healthcare, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to research and training through our Evolve Skills & Research Academy. Our approach prioritises clinical quality, staff wellbeing, and sustainable growth. Copy and paste the url to apply with a CV: https://evolveps.bamboohr.com/careers/37?source=aWQ9OQ%3D%3D

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £30,000 to £55,000

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Home or remote working

Reference number

E0309-26-0170

Job locations

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Evolve Psychology

At Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.

What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including:

NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)

• Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)
• SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia
• Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive

We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.

What sets Evolve Psychology apart?

• Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do.
• NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK.
• Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways.
• Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards.
• Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems.
• Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision.
• Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis.
• Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces.
• Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support.
• Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre.

The role

At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families.

Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.

You will be responsible for:

• Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process.
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom
• Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families
• Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools
• Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs)
• Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable)
• Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only)

Our Ways of Working:

• Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact.
• A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research
• Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency
• Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems
• In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting alone

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as:

• HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist
• NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse
• GMC Medical Practitioners
• Social Work England Social Worker

• Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc
• Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
• Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports
• Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Why work with Evolve?

Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer:

• A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills.
• Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions.
• Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health.
• A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working.
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research.
• Company events
• Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Job description Job responsibilities About Evolve PsychologyAt Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including: NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.What sets Evolve Psychology apart? Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do. NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK. Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways. Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards. Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems. Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision. Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis. Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces. Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support. Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre. The roleAt Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families. Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.You will be responsible for: Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process. Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs) Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable) Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only) Our Ways of Working: Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact. A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting aloneQualifications and experience Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as: HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse GMC Medical Practitioners Social Work England Social Worker Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions. Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process Must be eligible to work in the UKWhy work with Evolve?Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer: A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first. Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills. Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions. Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday. Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health. A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working. Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research. Company events Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker)
• ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification
• Eligible to work in the UK

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations
• Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions
• Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines

Desirable

• Experience delivering clinical supervision
• Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements Essential Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Highly developed written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time-management skills Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice Qualifications Essential Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker) ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification Eligible to work in the UK Experience Essential Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines Desirable Experience delivering clinical supervision Experience contributing to research, training, or service 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.

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce occupational therapy across our all age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance comunity based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing an mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing an occupational perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen occupational therapy leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist within the team you will be providing expert occupational therapy assessment, formulation and interventions for people who are experiencing acute mental health crisis and their families. Your occupationally focused interventions will support recovery, independence and participation in meaningful occupations. You will work collaborative within a multi-disciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and support timely discharges from hospital.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their families/carers/support staff by delivering high quality occupational therapy assessments, interventions, formulation, and consultation.

Provision of clinical leadership, supervision, and guidance to the team and others as required.

These will be undertaken within an accessible, non-stigmatising, service that contributes to the specialist needs of the individuals referred.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for these job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated qualifiedPsychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join our team at CNWL Talking Therapies Service Kensington and Chelsea. We are a large, well established service based in a diverse borough of London. Our service provides low and high intensity therapies at Step 2 and Step 3, alongside our Step 3 counselling service. We are passionate about the work we do and care provided to service users, and work by the trust values of compassion, respect, empowerment and partnership. Our team is key in the work we do and service provided to the population of Kensington and Chelsea.

We are looking for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who are adaptable, enjoy challenges and diversity and demonstrate an enthusiasm for primary care work. We particularly welcome applicants who speak other languages and who have enthusiasm for and experience of working with diversity.

Main duties of the job

You will provide a range of standardised assessments and interventions to people with mild to moderate common mental health problems in primary care and community settings. This may include facilitating the provision of guided self-help and signposting service users to appropriate statutory and voluntary sector services according to their needs.

You will work under close clinical supervision and will be provided with appropriate support and training. They will be required to provide individual/group interventions, under close supervision, and/or support to GPs and other health professionals in appropriate activities. The post-holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities.

About us

The catchment area of the post is the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The main hub for the service is based at St Charles Centre for Health and Wellbeing, W10 6DZ (North hub). You will be required to work across the borough, e.g. GP surgeries and community settings.

We operate an agile working policy where staff combine remote working and being on-site to deliver face-to-face appointments and other service commitments that require a hub-based presence.

Wellbeing is important within our service and we are a collaborative and cohesive team. We have a dedicated wellbeing group within the service to help support individuals' and the wider team wellbeing. Benefits of working for CNWL include:

• 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with an increase to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS discount
• Opportunities for career progression

If you would like to see what it's like to work for CNWL please have a look at https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work