Job summary

Band 5 -Rotational Occupational Therapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a newly qualified and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our adult acute in-patient Band 5 rotation based at NMUH which covers the following clinical areas:

Medical Specialities

Orthopaedic/surgery

Acute Medicine for Older people

Acute Stroke Unit

Admission Avoidance Team - covering Emergency Department and 0-48 hours length of stay.

Candidates will need the skills and ability to cope with a challenging and fast paced environment.

The Occupational Therapy Service is part of the integrated Therapies Service and staff benefit from a supportive environment and excellent learning opportunities though collaborative care team working.

The successful post holder will be required to participate in seven day working rota.

Main duties of the job

To provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention to all patients referred in the area of work.

To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team. To participate in clinical projects, service developments, audits and service reviews as agreed and supported by the Clinical Services Lead OT

To actively participate in the available rotations.

To communicate effectively with the members of the multidisciplinaryTeam and other agencies on assessments, treatment plans,interventions and progress of patients

To be responsible for an allocated clinical caseload and provideOccupational Therapy (OT) assessment, treatment and plannedintervention for those patients as a part of the multidisciplinary team.

To administer specialist, standardised and or/ or structuredassessments with patients on allocated caseload and interpret theresults, to facilitate effective treatment and care planning by themultidisciplinary team.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job summary

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

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological 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 psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

My job makes better lives: by promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7, trainee,assistant psychologists and others as required.

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

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological 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 psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7s, trainees, assistant psychologists and others as required.

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

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological 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 psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7, to trainees,assistant psychologists and others as required.

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

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological 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 psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties.

You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7s, to trainees,assistant psychologists and others as required.

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

Join Evolve Psychology as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This hybrid role allows a mix of clinic-based and remote work, 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. The hybrid role involves a combination of remote assessments and travel to clinic for face-to-face sessions. 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/43?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

Reference number

E0309-26-0172

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
• Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role)

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 Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role) 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

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UK Registration

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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.

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

Join Evolve Psychology as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This hybrid role allows a mix of clinic-based and remote work, 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. The hybrid role involves a combination of remote assessments and travel to clinic for face-to-face sessions. 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/44?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

Reference number

E0309-26-0173

Job locations

Regus,Exeter Business Park

1 Emperor Way

Exeter

EX1 3QS

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
• Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role)

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 Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role) 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

Regus,Exeter Business Park

1 Emperor Way

Exeter

EX1 3QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Regus,Exeter Business Park

1 Emperor Way

Exeter

EX1 3QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Clinical Psychologist, Wolverhampton Stroke & CNRT Service based at West Park Hospital (potential for this to be increased to 30 hours per week).

You may wish to discuss combining this role with another role within our Clinical Health Psychology Service.We would also encourage applications from recently qualified Clinical Psychologists who are interested in a development role, from band 7-8a. We are also expecting that some additional sessions in this service area will become available in the near future.

Main duties of the job

Are you a compassionate and committed Psychologist who champions inclusivity? Would you like to join our Clinical Health Psychology Service in Wolverhampton Stroke & CNRT Services to help facilitate coping and adjustment to the impact of Stroke and improve the mental health and wellbeing of people within our service.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a ClinicalPsychologist to work in our Stroke & CNRT Service based at West Park Hospital, in Wolverhampton. The post-holder will have an essential part to play in ensuring that psychological perspectives are taken into account across the service. You will provide specialised clinical input to individuals referred, and work closely with the multi-disciplinary teams working with this patient group. As well as work with patients and their families, you will also be part of our team supporting staff teams with training, consultation and supervision.

About us

The Clinical Health Psychology Service is a team of psychologists who aim to assist people in adapting to and developing creative solutions for living alongside physical health problems. The BCHFT Clinical Health Psychology Service currently operates across 3 geographical patches (Dudley, Wolverhampton and Sandwell and West Birmingham) with a number of contracts in each area.

We input to stroke services across all three areas and so you will be part of a larger team of Psychologists working within a range of services for people with stroke and other neurological conditions, so robust supervision and support will be provided.

Psychological Professions is a large professional group within BCHFT, so you will have access to wider support, learning and development opportunities beyond the CHP team.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Psychologist to join our Forensic Community Learning Disability Team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is an interesting and varied role within a specialist service offering the opportunity to work with adults with learning disabilities who have forensic needs. This post is well established and is vacant due to be previous post holder gaining a place on the Clinical Psychology Doctorate.

We are looking for someone who can bring a thoughtful, collaborative and psychologically informed approach to the role. This role would suit someone who is keen to develop their clinical and professional skills within a specialist NHS psychology service and who is interested in working collaboratively with colleagues from a range of disciplines.

The team base is in Oldbury, and the successful candidate will be working across the Black Country in Walsall, Wolverhampton, Dudley and Sandwell with travelling between localities being a necessity of the role.

You will have opportunities to develop your experience across clinical work, group facilitation, MDT working and service evaluation and improvement.

We have excellent support for aspiring psychologists, providing regular Trust wide reflective practice and CPD opportunities. You will be supervised by a Senior Clinical Psychologist and you will also regularly work alongside trainee psychologists.

Main duties of the job

Please see attached job description.

- To administer standardised psychological assessment of clients and collect assessment data from a variety of sources.

- Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of client harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, reporting all such concerns and taking all reasonable steps to protect the client. Responsible for identifying and reporting concerns regarding the safeguarding of individuals who may be at risk.

- Under the supervision of an Applied Psychologist, supports the development of psychological formulation and intervention plans for individual clients and/or their carers. Negotiates the implementation of such plans with clients and/or their carers.

- Under the supervision of an Applied Psychologist, implements psychological interventions for individual clients, carers, families and groups.

- Under the supervision of an Applied Psychologist, to develop resources and materials to support the delivery of the service.

- To maintain appropriate records by adding to the patient's clinical notes and to provide written reports of psychological assessments and interventions.

- To contribute to service audit and development.

About us

In this role you will be a key part of our wider multi-disciplinary team of psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists and psychiatrists. We work closely with our psychology colleagues within the rest of the Black Country Trust and with the local doctorate courses. Working as part of an effective and highly motivated multi-disciplinary team, with an essential commitment to multi-disciplinary working, you will receive regular supervision and support to develop your knowledge and experience and further your career. Many previous assistant psychologists have successfully applied to the local doctorate courses and the role also offers the opportunity to work alongside current trainees on placement with us in the Black Country.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Administrator to join our Poole CAMHS team.

You will work as part of our Administration Team to schedule appointments, manage telephone calls, minute meetings, create letters and maintain up to date records.

You will be the first point of call on the telephone, liaising with patients, staff, relatives, GPs and other services. This is a fast paced and rewarding service to work within and you will help us ensure its effective and smooth running.

This is a full time post of 37.50 hours a week.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Main duties of the job

To liaise with members of the public in their dealings with the team/service, some of whom may prove at times to be distressed or challenging in manner.

To liaise with other members of the CAMH Service to organise and deliver a safe and efficient office system to support sound patient care, consistent with good clinical governance guidelines, whilst helping the team to achieve targets and complete timely returns of information.

To support clinicians with their work including typing clinical letters and organising appointments.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-M199.26B

Job locations

Poole Community Health Clinic

Shaftesbury Road

Poole

BH15 2NT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

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

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Job specific experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an office environment

Desirable

• Experience of working with the NHS

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience
• To show understanding of patient confidentiality
• Well developed skills in communicating effectively with clients and other professionals within and outside the NHS

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS organisation and protocols.

Personal qualities/attributes

Essential

• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Use of initiative and ability to work independently
• Ability to interact with clients and visitors in a professional manner
• Time management skills

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively

Information Technology

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheets, databases and or presentation software to RSA 11 or equivalent standard.
• Experience using an electronic service user record

Desirable

• Experience using an electronic service user record

Person Specification Job specific experience Essential Experience of working within an office environment Desirable Experience of working with the NHS Knowledge, skills and training Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience To show understanding of patient confidentiality Well developed skills in communicating effectively with clients and other professionals within and outside the NHS Desirable Knowledge of NHS organisation and protocols. Personal qualities/attributes Essential Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Use of initiative and ability to work independently Ability to interact with clients and visitors in a professional manner Time management skills Additional requirements Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively Information Technology Essential Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheets, databases and or presentation software to RSA 11 or equivalent standard. Experience using an electronic service user record Desirable Experience using an electronic service user record

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Community Health Clinic

Shaftesbury Road

Poole

BH15 2NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Community Health Clinic

Shaftesbury Road

Poole

BH15 2NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (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 hybrid role allows a mix of clinic-based and remote work, 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. The hybrid role involves a combination of remote assessments and travel to clinic for face-to-face sessions. 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/45?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

Reference number

E0309-26-0174

Job locations

Heritage Exchange, Wellington Mills

64 Plover Road

HUDDERSFIELD

West Yorkshire

HD3 3HR

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
• Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role)

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 Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role) 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

Heritage Exchange, Wellington Mills

64 Plover Road

HUDDERSFIELD

West Yorkshire

HD3 3HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Heritage Exchange, Wellington Mills

64 Plover Road

HUDDERSFIELD

West Yorkshire

HD3 3HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

£21.76 per hour

Monday to Friday 07:30am -17:30pm.

Weekends and bank holidays 08:30am - 17:30pm.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Occupational Therapist (Band 6) to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at DMRC Stanford Hall, in Loughborough, Leicestershire.

This is a locum role (37.5 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Pay rates:

PAYE £24.59 (£21.94 + £2.65 holiday pay) per hour

Umbrella £28.28 per hour

Main duties of the job

• Work autonomously, without direct supervision and be accountable for own professional actions. They will supportthe delivery of a peripatetic OT service within OH.
• Provide clinical advice and training on the clinical value of OT input in OH to other members of the multidisciplinary team, and external agencies / organisations as requested.
• Assist the Occupational Medicine Consultant in providing timely and appropriate OH advice to key stakeholders, with appropriate reference to Joint and sS policies and current OH guidance and DPHC best practice guidelines.
• Have direct responsibility for a caseload, ensuring all SP have an accurate plan of care, which reflects the assessment undertaken and incorporates the issues and recommendations made.
• Assess Service Personnel with a range of diagnoses and interpreting complex biopsychosocial factors which may impact on the Service Persons ability to return to work, including the impact on functional capacity of the diagnosis and prognosis.
• Undertake specific OT standardised and non-standardised assessments of function and activities such as workplace adaptions, Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) and job demand analysis in support of OH deliverables. This will involve making complex clinical decisions and generating specialist reports.
• Assess individuals and identify population trends using a range of assessment and intervention methods.

About us

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:

Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.

Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:

• Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model
• A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability
• Free uniforms provided (if required)
• A PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.
• Free mandatory training
• Weekly payments
• Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements.

We reserve the right to remove this requirement once a suitable candidate has been selected.

Please note that MMP is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28.28 an hour Umbrella.

Contract

Locum

Duration

10 weeks

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

Q0004-42534-1

Job locations

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE12 5QW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work autonomously, without direct supervision and be accountable for own professional actions. They will supportthe delivery of a peripatetic OT service within OH.
• Provide clinical advice and training on the clinical value of OT input in OH to other members of the multidisciplinary team, and external agencies / organisations as requested.
• Assist the Occupational Medicine Consultant in providing timely and appropriate OH advice to key stakeholders, with appropriate reference to Joint and sS policies and current OH guidance and DPHC best practice guidelines.
• Have direct responsibility for a caseload, ensuring all SP have an accurate plan of care, which reflects the assessment undertaken and incorporates the issues and recommendations made.
• Assess Service Personnel with a range of diagnoses and interpreting complex biopsychosocial factors which may impact on the Service Persons ability to return to work, including the impact on functional capacity of the diagnosis and prognosis.
• Undertake specific OT standardised and non-standardised assessments of function and activities such as workplace adaptions, Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) and job demand analysis in support of OH deliverables. This will involve making complex clinical decisions and generating specialist reports.
• Assess individuals and identify population trends using a range of assessment and intervention methods.
• Application of human factor and vocational rehabilitation principles in clinical activities such as ergonomic and workplace assessments, and job demand analysis, alongside other OT / OH clinical activities.
• Provide specialist advice, guidance and training to service personnel, the CoC and other healthcare professionals following OT / OH intervention, aligned to professional and organisational policies.
• Deliver complex, specialist OT and OH interventions, collaboratively with the service personnel and the CoC.
• Use advanced clinical reasoning to interpret and analyse highly complex clinical and non-clinical evidence to develop comprehensive intervention plans in support of return or retention, working in partnership with SP and CoC.
• May be required to work outside of standard working hours and support other DPHC sites where there is a business need for them to do so. This will be within a reasonable travelling distance defined in MoD policy.

Job description Job responsibilities Work autonomously, without direct supervision and be accountable for own professional actions. They will supportthe delivery of a peripatetic OT service within OH. Provide clinical advice and training on the clinical value of OT input in OH to other members of the multidisciplinary team, and external agencies / organisations as requested. Assist the Occupational Medicine Consultant in providing timely and appropriate OH advice to key stakeholders, with appropriate reference to Joint and sS policies and current OH guidance and DPHC best practice guidelines. Have direct responsibility for a caseload, ensuring all SP have an accurate plan of care, which reflects the assessment undertaken and incorporates the issues and recommendations made. Assess Service Personnel with a range of diagnoses and interpreting complex biopsychosocial factors which may impact on the Service Persons ability to return to work, including the impact on functional capacity of the diagnosis and prognosis. Undertake specific OT standardised and non-standardised assessments of function and activities such as workplace adaptions, Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) and job demand analysis in support of OH deliverables. This will involve making complex clinical decisions and generating specialist reports. Assess individuals and identify population trends using a range of assessment and intervention methods. Application of human factor and vocational rehabilitation principles in clinical activities such as ergonomic and workplace assessments, and job demand analysis, alongside other OT / OH clinical activities. Provide specialist advice, guidance and training to service personnel, the CoC and other healthcare professionals following OT / OH intervention, aligned to professional and organisational policies. Deliver complex, specialist OT and OH interventions, collaboratively with the service personnel and the CoC. Use advanced clinical reasoning to interpret and analyse highly complex clinical and non-clinical evidence to develop comprehensive intervention plans in support of return or retention, working in partnership with SP and CoC. May be required to work outside of standard working hours and support other DPHC sites where there is a business need for them to do so. This will be within a reasonable travelling distance defined in MoD policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have a Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• Must be registered with HCPC.
• Must be listed on the Royal College of Occupational Therapy register.
• Must have a minimum of two years post graduate experience to include experience working in MSK conditions at either band 5 or band 6 as an Occupational Therapist.
• Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 training.
• Current driving license. The role is peripatetic and cannot be delivered using public transport.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must have a Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy. Must be registered with HCPC. Must be listed on the Royal College of Occupational Therapy register. Must have a minimum of two years post graduate experience to include experience working in MSK conditions at either band 5 or band 6 as an Occupational Therapist. Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 training. Current driving license. The role is peripatetic and cannot be delivered using 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.

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

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE12 5QW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE12 5QW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Were looking for a Care Navigator to join our team. This is a key front-line position, helping patients access the right care at the right time while supporting the smooth running of the practice. Youll be the first point of contact for patients both face-to-face and on the phone providing a welcoming, professional, and efficient service.

Your day will be varied, from managing appointments and handling patient queries to supporting the clinical and administrative teams with key tasks.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

Welcome and assist patients in person and by telephone.

Direct patients to the appropriate service or healthcare professional.

Manage and maintain the appointments system.

Process prescription requests and correspondence.

Support administrative and clerical duties, including data entry, filing, and scanning.

Help maintain a tidy and organised reception and waiting area.

Promote confidentiality, equality, and professionalism at all times.

Contribute to effective team communication and practice improvements.

About us

Combe Down Surgery is a friendly, patient-centred GP practice serving our local community in Bath. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, compassionate care and maintaining a supportive team environment where everyone plays an important role in improving patient experience.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.45 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Compressed hours

Reference number

A3964-26-0016

Job locations

The Avenue

Combe Down

Bath

BA2 5EG

United Kingdom

Combe Down Surgery

Sulis Manor Road

Bath

BA2 2AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: CARE NAVIGATOR

REPORTS TO: CARE NAVIGATION MANAGER

HOURS: 20 - 37.5 hours per week

SALARY: £13.45 an hour

Job Summary:

The purpose of the role is to:

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

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

Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice including the provision of secretarial and clerical support to clinical staff and other members of the practice team

Facilitate effective communication between patients, members the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities to be undertaken by members of the practice administration team may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the Care Navigation Manager/Deputy Practice Manager, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels:

Opening up/locking-up of practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with practice protocols

Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointments system

Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional

Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail

Taking messages and passing on information

Filing and retrieving paperwork

Processing repeat prescriptions in accordance with practice guidelines

Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with practice procedures

Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team member and associated healthcare agencies and providers

Clearing and re-stock consulting rooms as required

Providing clerical assistance to practice and Trust staff as required from time to time, including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning

Ordering, re-ordering and monitoring of stationery and other supplies

Dealing with clinical waste

Provision of refreshments for staff and visitors as required; washing up and keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy

Keeping the reception area, notice-boards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutter

Confidentiality:

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

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

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

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

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

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

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

Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity:

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

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

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

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

Personal/Professional Development:

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

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

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

Quality:

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

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

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

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

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication:

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

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance

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

Participate in audit where appropriate

Infection Prevention & Control

Follow practice guidelines and requirements pertaining to Infection control and Clinical Waste, in accordance with the Requirements of the Health & Social Services Act 2008 and statutory duties specified by the Environment Agency.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB TITLE: CARE NAVIGATORREPORTS TO: CARE NAVIGATION MANAGERHOURS: 20 - 37.5 hours per weekSALARY: £13.45 an hourJob Summary:The purpose of the role is to: Offer general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice including the provision of secretarial and clerical support to clinical staff and other members of the practice team Facilitate effective communication between patients, members the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agenciesDuties and Responsibilities:The duties and responsibilities to be undertaken by members of the practice administration team may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the Care Navigation Manager/Deputy Practice Manager, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels: Opening up/locking-up of practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with practice protocols Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointments system Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail Taking messages and passing on information Filing and retrieving paperwork Processing repeat prescriptions in accordance with practice guidelines Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with practice procedures Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team member and associated healthcare agencies and providers Clearing and re-stock consulting rooms as required Providing clerical assistance to practice and Trust staff as required from time to time, including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning Ordering, re-ordering and monitoring of stationery and other supplies Dealing with clinical waste Provision of refreshments for staff and visitors as required; washing up and keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy Keeping the reception area, notice-boards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutterConfidentiality: In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.Health & Safety:The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Reporting potential risks identified.Equality and Diversity:The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.Personal/Professional Development:The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.Quality:The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.Communication:The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.Contribution to the Implementation of Services:The post-holder will: Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriateInfection Prevention & ControlFollow practice guidelines and requirements pertaining to Infection control and Clinical Waste, in accordance with the Requirements of the Health & Social Services Act 2008 and statutory duties specified by the Environment Agency.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education, e.g., GCSEs grade AC (or 49) in English and Maths or equivalent.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or relevant administrative/office qualification (e.g., Certificate in Business Administration)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer service or administrative role.
• Experience of dealing with patients or members of the public.
• Experience of working in a team environment.

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care.
• Experience of working in a GP practice or NHS setting.
• Experience of using patient management or appointment systems.
• Experience of handling confidential patient information.
• Experience using SystmOne or AccuRX

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of education, e.g., GCSEs grade AC (or 49) in English and Maths or equivalent. Desirable NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or relevant administrative/office qualification (e.g., Certificate in Business Administration) Experience Essential Experience of working in a customer service or administrative role. Experience of dealing with patients or members of the public. Experience of working in a team environment. Desirable Experience of working in primary care. Experience of working in a GP practice or NHS setting. Experience of using patient management or appointment systems. Experience of handling confidential patient information. Experience using SystmOne or AccuRX

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

Combe Down Surgery

Address

The Avenue

Combe Down

Bath

BA2 5EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Combe Down Surgery

Address

The Avenue

Combe Down

Bath

BA2 5EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

You are responsible for:Undertaking in a competent safe manner, a range of tasks to the required standards, frequencies andschedules & on a planned and ad hoc basis within the built environment.To pay due regard & observe all Health and Safety procedures including minimal handling regulationsthe appropriate use of PPE and equipment, COSHH Regulations, HTM's.Maintain a clean safe & tidy working environment at all times. Ensuring the following services/dutiesare provided which will include but not be limited to:Environmental Services (Housekeeping Cleaning).

Main duties of the job

Provide the services described below to a high standard and to take pride in the quality of their work understanding that all staff within the organization have a role to enhance patient careTo develop and maintain good working relationships with service users, patients, visitors, staff and managers as well as external agencies providing services to the Trust.Communicate and exemplar the Trust behaviour standards which promote the organization, maintain standards, being professional compassionate and caring at all times.Maintain a high standard of personal dress/uniform, conduct in keeping with the nature of your duties, ensuring that the duties carried out will reflect to the credit of the department and Trust. Attend statutory training, which will include but not be limited to Manual Handling, Infection Prevention Control, Fire and Health & Safety, Information Governance, Equality & Diversity and all other training that is required as part of your job role.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

193-8239178CORB2-SEA

Job locations

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

London

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To manage Housekeeping staff within the team, providing them with the information, direction, guidance and support necessary to enable them to undertake their responsibilities and duties

• To work with other Housekeeping Team Leaders to ensure adequate staffing cover and the effective day-to-day operation and co-ordination of the Housekeeping service. To cover for other Housekeeping Team Leaders when required.

• To plan rosters to ensure that daily staffing levels can meet predicted activity within the allocated budget

• To develop and maintain effective methods of staff communication and involvement within the team in support of Housekeeping and Directorate objectives, using methods that reflect the needs and working patterns of staff

• To recruit and select new Housekeeping staff to the team, following Trust policy and Trust and Directorate procedures. As requested, to support other Housekeeping Team Leaders in the recruitment and selection of their staff

• To co-ordinate the induction of new Housekeeping staff joining the team, in accordance with Trust policy and Trust and Directorate procedures

• To manage the performance and development of staff in the team, including undertaking the annual appraisal and development reviews of team members and ensuring that all team members have a current personal development plan

• To ensure that all members of the team maintain a high standard of conduct and personal dress/uniform. To ensure that team members always act in a courteous, professional, compassionate and caring manner

• To ensure that all team members are able to respond effectively to all medical and non-medical emergencies, in accordance with Directorate and Trust procedures, (including Major Incidents)

• To contribute to the development of Housekeeping service training and development plans. As required, to assist the Housekeeping Manager and the Quality Manager with the planning, implementation and delivery of statutory, Directorate and Housekeeping service training

• To ensure compliance within the team with existing Trust, Directorate and Housekeeping service policies, procedures and established safe working practices. To lead on the introduction of agreed new policies, procedures and working practices within the team

• To manage the delegated pay budget and, as appropriate, non-pay budgets, for the team, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively to meet agreed staffing and budgetary targets.

• To support the development and maintenance of good working relationships with internal customers of the Housekeeping service, representing the department on working groups or at regular user meetings.

• To work with internal customers to resolve any problems and complaints that may arise in relation to the Housekeeping service provided by the team

• To contribute to the development of service improvement ideas and initiatives within the Housekeeping service by:

• Helping to identify how the Housekeeping service can better meet the needs of the Trust, internal customers and patients
• Contributing to the development, planning and introduction of service improvement ideas within the Housekeeping service and the Directorate

• To maintain manual and electronic Housekeeping service records as required, including schedules of work, staff absence and leave, weekly and monthly timecards and time sheets

• As required, to assist the Housekeeping Manager with the provision of data and other written information relating to the Housekeeping service. Maintain manual and electronic records for example weekly & monthly time sheets, overtime system and audits as required, involving team members to support accurate data management and development of team members.

• As required, to prepare written proposals and make presentations to managers on Housekeeping and other related topics

• To order, requisition and issue materials and equipment as required and in accordance with Housekeeping service and Trust procedures

• As required and as appropriate, to cover for Housekeeping Team Leaders in their absence.

Job description Job responsibilities To manage Housekeeping staff within the team, providing them with the information, direction, guidance and support necessary to enable them to undertake their responsibilities and duties To work with other Housekeeping Team Leaders to ensure adequate staffing cover and the effective day-to-day operation and co-ordination of the Housekeeping service. To cover for other Housekeeping Team Leaders when required. To plan rosters to ensure that daily staffing levels can meet predicted activity within the allocated budget To develop and maintain effective methods of staff communication and involvement within the team in support of Housekeeping and Directorate objectives, using methods that reflect the needs and working patterns of staff To recruit and select new Housekeeping staff to the team, following Trust policy and Trust and Directorate procedures. As requested, to support other Housekeeping Team Leaders in the recruitment and selection of their staff To co-ordinate the induction of new Housekeeping staff joining the team, in accordance with Trust policy and Trust and Directorate procedures To manage the performance and development of staff in the team, including undertaking the annual appraisal and development reviews of team members and ensuring that all team members have a current personal development plan To ensure that all members of the team maintain a high standard of conduct and personal dress/uniform. To ensure that team members always act in a courteous, professional, compassionate and caring manner To ensure that all team members are able to respond effectively to all medical and non-medical emergencies, in accordance with Directorate and Trust procedures, (including Major Incidents) To contribute to the development of Housekeeping service training and development plans. As required, to assist the Housekeeping Manager and the Quality Manager with the planning, implementation and delivery of statutory, Directorate and Housekeeping service training To ensure compliance within the team with existing Trust, Directorate and Housekeeping service policies, procedures and established safe working practices. To lead on the introduction of agreed new policies, procedures and working practices within the team To manage the delegated pay budget and, as appropriate, non-pay budgets, for the team, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively to meet agreed staffing and budgetary targets. To support the development and maintenance of good working relationships with internal customers of the Housekeeping service, representing the department on working groups or at regular user meetings. To work with internal customers to resolve any problems and complaints that may arise in relation to the Housekeeping service provided by the team To contribute to the development of service improvement ideas and initiatives within the Housekeeping service by: Helping to identify how the Housekeeping service can better meet the needs of the Trust, internal customers and patients Contributing to the development, planning and introduction of service improvement ideas within the Housekeeping service and the Directorate To maintain manual and electronic Housekeeping service records as required, including schedules of work, staff absence and leave, weekly and monthly timecards and time sheets As required, to assist the Housekeeping Manager with the provision of data and other written information relating to the Housekeeping service. Maintain manual and electronic records for example weekly & monthly time sheets, overtime system and audits as required, involving team members to support accurate data management and development of team members. As required, to prepare written proposals and make presentations to managers on Housekeeping and other related topics To order, requisition and issue materials and equipment as required and in accordance with Housekeeping service and Trust procedures As required and as appropriate, to cover for Housekeeping Team Leaders in their absence.

Person Specification

Interview and assesment

Essential

• Customer services experience

Desirable

• Have experience of one of the facilities disciplines or related areas

Interview & Assesment

Essential

• Customer services experience

Person Specification Interview and assesment Essential Customer services experience Desirable Have experience of one of the facilities disciplines or related areas Interview & Assesment Essential Customer services experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

London

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

London

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Would you like to be part of a team with a real community feel which offers professional patient medical services? Stockbridge Village Medical Centre is a well-established practice with a great team spirit. Our practice population is just over 8300.

We are looking to appoint a full time Deputy Operations Manager to join our established senior management team on a permanent contract. Salary depends on experience.This is a full-time position for 37.5 hours per week, to be worked over a minimum of 5 days and must be able to work one late night per week. Flexibility is essential. Strong leadership skills is a must for this busy and demanding role.

We are a very dynamic, evolving and supportive training practice. Our aim is to deliver modern primary care with the traditional feel of general practice.

We hold regular team outings for socialising, involving a range of activities funded by the Practice

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a proactive and organised Deputy Operations Manager to join our busy GP surgery. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our practice, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the reception team and delivering an excellent standard of service to our patients.

As Deputy Practice Operations Manager, you will be responsible for supervising and supporting a team of receptionists and admin team, managing workflows, and helping to ensure that all patient interactions, whether face-to-face, by phone, or online, are handled professionally and efficiently.

You'll work closely with the practice management team and clinical staff to help maintain a positive, patient-focused environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone with proven leadership experience in a healthcare setting who is looking to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and dedicated primary care team.

About us

Stockbridge Village Medical Centre is a friendly Knowsley based training practice looking for a full time Deputy Operations Manager.

We are 20mins from Liverpool city centre with good motorway links; some of our staff commute from Warrington, Wirral, Southport and Manchester.

Our team consists of 3 GP partners who are supported by a Business Manager, Practice Operations Manager, Reception Manager, Team Leader, 4 Salaried GPs, GP trainees, 2 Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 Nurse Associate, 1 prescribing pharmacist and PCN ARRS staff.

We are part of Central and South Knowsley PCN. We consult using Emis web and currently view documents via the Docman system. We have good QOF achievement and offer many specialist services.

Our practice is very patient centred and has good relationships with the patients many of whom we have known for generations.

We are a good team who are working hard to modernise the practice. The team all have a good sense of humour.