Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Operational Services Assistant to join our dynamic and forward-thinking team.

The Operational Service Assistant will provide comprehensive, quality, confidential administrative support to the Physiotherapy team employed by the Trust. The Operational Service Assistant will be expected to organise their own workload and co-ordinate their activities in conjunction with, and supervised by the team leader, to ensure that an efficient service is provided.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be capable of the full administrative function within the team, and be able to step in to fill gaps, to ensure continuity of services. This will include managing patient calls, processing referrals, managing email requests, and supporting the clinical staff. You will also have excellent audio-typing skills, which is an essential requirement. It is essential that the post holder can exercise initiative suitable to the role and is fully supportive of other colleagues within the team.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.

Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

412-COMM-8282605

Job locations

Infinity House

Mallard Way

Crewe

CW1 6ZQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Care Community Team and associated Specialist services including managing calls, referrals, and supporting the clinical staff to respond to the health needs of the population of the Care Community

• To support the Care Community Co-ordinator to liaise with a range of internal and external services and teams regarding appointments and multi-disciplinary meetings.

• Exercise own judgement based on acquired knowledge and experience, as to when to deal with queries personally, and when to involve other team members in the Care Community Team and with what degree of urgency.

• Build and maintain constructive relationships with others, within the department and externally in order to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of services to patients and support signposting where appropriate of queries and referrals.

• Be conversant with all required electronic systems for correspondence, including specialist computer systems, and be able to obtain information from the Intranet/Internet, if requested to do so.

• Provide information to parents/carers where appropriate, according to agreed guidelines, where appropriate.

• Support Care Community Team with audits, reports and other activity measurement as necessary, including managing databases, obtaining information, and in the presentation of the results.

• To carry out other responsibilities / duties at the request of the senior / Line Manager, according to the job holders competency to do so.

Job description Job responsibilities To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Care Community Team and associated Specialist services including managing calls, referrals, and supporting the clinical staff to respond to the health needs of the population of the Care Community To support the Care Community Co-ordinator to liaise with a range of internal and external services and teams regarding appointments and multi-disciplinary meetings. Exercise own judgement based on acquired knowledge and experience, as to when to deal with queries personally, and when to involve other team members in the Care Community Team and with what degree of urgency. Build and maintain constructive relationships with others, within the department and externally in order to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of services to patients and support signposting where appropriate of queries and referrals. Be conversant with all required electronic systems for correspondence, including specialist computer systems, and be able to obtain information from the Intranet/Internet, if requested to do so. Provide information to parents/carers where appropriate, according to agreed guidelines, where appropriate. Support Care Community Team with audits, reports and other activity measurement as necessary, including managing databases, obtaining information, and in the presentation of the results. To carry out other responsibilities / duties at the request of the senior / Line Manager, according to the job holders competency to do so.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• 5 GCSE level A-C qualifications or equivalent in English and Math's or equivalent experience.
• Computer skills, ECDL or equivalent, Microsoft Office
• Proficient in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Level 3 Business Admin or Team Leading Qualification

Skills

Essential

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management, organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload
• Proactively manage change
• Ability to audio-type

Desirable

• Understanding of health records/waiting lists
• Understanding of computer systems used by the department.
• Ability to Audio Type

Experience

Essential

• Previous administrative experience
• Awareness of the need for confidentiality in accordance with Data Protection Act and national/local guidelines

Desirable

• Previous experience within the NHS

Person Specification Qualification Essential 5 GCSE level A-C qualifications or equivalent in English and Math's or equivalent experience. Computer skills, ECDL or equivalent, Microsoft Office Proficient in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Desirable Knowledge of medical terminology Level 3 Business Admin or Team Leading Qualification Skills Essential Verbal and written communication skills Ability to problem solve Good Interpersonal skills Excellent time management, organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload Proactively manage change Ability to audio-type Desirable Understanding of health records/waiting lists Understanding of computer systems used by the department. Ability to Audio Type Experience Essential Previous administrative experience Awareness of the need for confidentiality in accordance with Data Protection Act and national/local guidelines Desirable Previous experience within the NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Infinity House

Mallard Way

Crewe

CW1 6ZQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Infinity House

Mallard Way

Crewe

CW1 6ZQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture, as requested by the clinical team, to the entitled patient population.

For full details about the role, please refer to the attached draft job description.

Main duties of the job

The following are the core responsibilities of the phlebotomist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample

Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols

Maintaining accurate patient records on TPP SystmOne

The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples

Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies

Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner

Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidancewhen necessary for patient related matters

About us

Cambridge Medical Group provides care to 7,400 patients across Middlesbrough and the immediate area. The surgery is made up of a diversified clinical team consisting of GP's, ANP's, ACP and a nursing team, with clinical supervision and mentorship by GPs to GP registrars and F2 doctors.

Our vision is to deliver high quality and effective health care to all our patients, tailored and responsive to the needs of the local population by improving the health and quality of life for all individuals in the communities we serve, delivering an invaluable service to our patients and clients, proving a positive and safe experience for all our patient care.

We understand the importance of creating a positive working environment and strive to ensure our staff feel supported, appreciated and empowered in their roles. Our practice promotes teamwork, open communication and a strong work ethic, whilst recognising the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits include NHS Pension Scheme membership, access to ongoing training and development opportunities and a supportive management team.

The practice benefits from free on-site parking and excellent transport links, making commuting straightforward and convenient.

Please note that this vacancy may close early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.71 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A5751-26-0005

Job locations

Cambridge Medical Group

Cambridge Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS5 5NN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality and efficient phlebotomy service to patients registered at the practice, supporting the clinical team in the delivery of safe and effective care. The postholder will work independently to collect blood samples from patients, ensuring accurate labelling, recording, and timely dispatch of specimens to support diagnosis and ongoing clinical care.

Key Responsibilities

Perform venepuncture on patients in line with clinical guidance and infection control standards.

Ensure samples are correctly labelled, recorded, and prepared for collection by the laboratory.

Accurately update patient records on the clinical system (SystmOne).

Maintain equipment, stock levels, and cleanliness of the phlebotomy area.

Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure a smooth and efficient service.

Provide reassurance and information to patients, ensuring dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times.

Report any abnormal findings, incidents, or concerns to the appropriate clinician or manager.

Adhere to all practice policies, including infection control, health and safety, confidentiality, and safeguarding.

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 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 performance

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients' needs

Manage own time, workload and resources effectively

Health & Safety

The postholder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety, and security as defined in the practices Health & Safety Policy, Manual, and Infection Control Policy. This includes:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying and managing risks involved in work activities.

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

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

Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards as soon as they are recognised

Assisting in maintaining general standards of cleanliness within the scope of the role.

Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)

Reporting potential risks identified

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Equality and Diversity

The postholder will support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues, by:

Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, in line with practice policies and current legislation.

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

Behaving in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner that respects individual circumstances, feelings, priorities, and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

The post-holder will participate in training and development as part of their employment, including:

Annual individual performance review and maintaining records of personal and professional development

Taking responsibility for ongoing learning and performance

Demonstrating skills and activities to others undertaking similar work

Freedom to Act

The postholder will be guided by precedent and clearly defined occupational policies, protocols, and codes of conduct. Work will be managed rather than supervised, with results assessed at agreed intervals.

Manage own workload

Prioritise Tasks

Meet Deadlines

Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilitiesTo provide a high-quality and efficient phlebotomy service to patients registered at the practice, supporting the clinical team in the delivery of safe and effective care. The postholder will work independently to collect blood samples from patients, ensuring accurate labelling, recording, and timely dispatch of specimens to support diagnosis and ongoing clinical care.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform venepuncture on patients in line with clinical guidance and infection control standards.Ensure samples are correctly labelled, recorded, and prepared for collection by the laboratory.Accurately update patient records on the clinical system (SystmOne).Maintain equipment, stock levels, and cleanliness of the phlebotomy area.Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure a smooth and efficient service.Provide reassurance and information to patients, ensuring dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times.Report any abnormal findings, incidents, or concerns to the appropriate clinician or manager.Adhere to all practice policies, including infection control, health and safety, confidentiality, and safeguarding.QualityThe post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:Alert other team members to issues of quality and riskAssess own performance and take accountability for actions, either directly or under supervisionContribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve performanceWork effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients' needsManage own time, workload and resources effectivelyHealth & SafetyThe postholder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety, and security as defined in the practices Health & Safety Policy, Manual, and Infection Control Policy. This includes:Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelinesIdentifying and managing risks involved in work activities.Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skillsUsing appropriate infection control procedures and maintaining tidy, safe work areas free from hazardsActively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards as soon as they are recognisedAssisting in maintaining general standards of cleanliness within the scope of the role.Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)Reporting potential risks identifiedDemonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adultsEquality and DiversityThe postholder will support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues, by:Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, in line with practice policies and current legislation.Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs, and beliefs of patients, carers, and colleagues.Behaving in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner that respects individual circumstances, feelings, priorities, and rights.Personal/Professional DevelopmentThe post-holder will participate in training and development as part of their employment, including:Annual individual performance review and maintaining records of personal and professional developmentTaking responsibility for ongoing learning and performanceDemonstrating skills and activities to others undertaking similar workFreedom to ActThe postholder will be guided by precedent and clearly defined occupational policies, protocols, and codes of conduct. Work will be managed rather than supervised, with results assessed at agreed intervals.Manage own workloadPrioritise TasksMeet Deadlines

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate, patient-focused approach.
• Reliable, punctual, and well-organised.
• Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the practice.

Qualifications

Essential

• Accredited phlebotomy qualification or equivalent competency-based training.
• Evidence of up-to-date training and continued professional development.

Desirable

• Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
• Infection control training.

Experience

Essential

• Competency in phlebotomy, with evidence of up-to-date training and practice.
• Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate good customer care skills and the ability to communicate effectively with the Multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and visitors.
• Ability to prioritise the care requirements for identified patients
• Basic skills of empathy and reassurance.
• Basic keyboard and IT skills
• Organise own day to day work tasks or activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of infection control and patient confidentiality.
• Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a GP practice or healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with NHS laboratory procedures and IT systems (e.g. SystmOne).
• Basic Life Support and infection control training.

Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Compassionate, patient-focused approach. Reliable, punctual, and well-organised. Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the practice. Qualifications Essential Accredited phlebotomy qualification or equivalent competency-based training. Evidence of up-to-date training and continued professional development. Desirable Basic Life Support (BLS) training. Infection control training. Experience Essential Competency in phlebotomy, with evidence of up-to-date training and practice. Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate good customer care skills and the ability to communicate effectively with the Multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and visitors. Ability to prioritise the care requirements for identified patients Basic skills of empathy and reassurance. Basic keyboard and IT skills Organise own day to day work tasks or activities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Understanding of infection control and patient confidentiality. Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail. Desirable Previous experience working in a GP practice or healthcare setting. Familiarity with NHS laboratory procedures and IT systems (e.g. SystmOne). Basic Life Support and infection control training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge Medical Group

Address

Cambridge Medical Group

Cambridge Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS5 5NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge Medical Group

Address

Cambridge Medical Group

Cambridge Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS5 5NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role is a 1.0 Full Time post within the Adult Mental Health division of BCHFT. As the largest clinical Division in the Trust, the MH Division houses community, urgent care, specialist and Physical Health Psychology.

Our community services have been transforming, in line with the NHS Long Term Plan, and you would be joining us at the point where our CMHTs are formed and fully functioning and psychology is well integrated into the MDT, giving lots of opportunity to be involved in supporting the development of psychological thinking across the MDT.

The successful applicant will join the local based team consisting of clinical and counselling psychologists, CBT psychotherapists, DBT practitioners and trainee clinical/counselling psychologists.

The post holders will be supported and accountable to the team/service manager, and be professionally and clinically supervised within the psychology team.

The successful applicant will be keen to apply their knowledge and skills in a new setting and will be flexible and adaptable in their approaches to psychological work. Excellent team working skills and an ability to accommodate differing professional models is essential. The post holder will develop complex formulations working with individuals with complex presentations, offer supervision, consultancy, and training.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Applied Psychologist you will work alongside the rest of the psychology team and the Consultant Clinical Psychologist to deliver the psychological provision for the Wolverhampton North CMHT, adopting a trauma informed approach.

You will hold a caseload of clients presenting with secondary care level needs, including complex presentations and often risk. Alongside your direct caseload you will offer consultation, supervision, reflective practice and support to the wider MDT and input and support with the development of team formulations, team risk formulation and improving general psychological thinking and understanding across the MDT.

We are closely linked to local universities and provide placements for trainees, therefore their may be opportunities for supervising psychological trainees as well as Aston Psychology Degree Students on their placement year.

Members of our wider psychology team have a range of therapeutic interests ranging from DBT, EMDR, psychodynamic, ACT, CFT and CBT. There is expertise in consultancy, supervision and training within the psychological professions in the Trust.

About us

In BCHFT we are keen to promote cohesiveness and wellbeing in our psychology staff group. There are a number of Trust initiatives that support this, ranging from an annual event that brings all psychological professionals together to 'enhance our connectedness', to regular opportunities to engage, learn and share good practice through 'special interest groups'.

We value our staff groups and, as a leadership team, work hard to ensure that people feel valued for both their effort and delivered outcomes, and that this is reflected in regular feedback. We are pleased to be able to offer CPD to our staff through establishment of a dedicated budget, and we also utilise all Regional or National opportunities for training when they arise. Current training initiatives within community services include the National PT-SMHP framework, which has allowed several of our staff to undertake post graduate diploma training in NICE based therapies.

Please see full job description to understand our:-

• Trust Values
• Confidentiality & Data Protection
• Data Quality
• No Smoking policy
• Health & Safety
• Clinical Governance
• Infection Prevention & Control
• Adult & children Safeguarding
• Professional Managerial Codes of Practice
• Policies & Procedures
• Pandemic & Other Emergencies

Job summary

Interview date at 3rd November 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist on the Acorn Intermediate Care Unit supporting patients through their rehabilitation and discharge to their own environment.

The post holder will have a broad range of specialists skills to support patients in a bedded intermediate care unit and providing expert occupational therapy intervention and advice to family, patients and care providers to support patients transitioning home on discharge.

The post holder will provide clinical expertise to the multi-disciplinary team to inform their decision making and to provide advice and guidance to carers, non-clinical staff or members of other professions, who may be influenced by this and to maintain professional relationships with relevant others working as part of the wider team.

As part of the leadership team, the post holder must be flexible and dynamic and have a positive approach to enhancing service delivery and implementing NHS Frameworks and Quality Guidelines.

Please see the attached documents for further information (Job description and person spec) and feel free to circulate to colleagues who may be interested.

We offer clinical supervision, staff support, professional development opportunities within a supportive working environment. Excellent training facilities are available within the Trust.

Main duties of the job

The specialist Rotational Occupational Therapist will be expected to:

• To provide specialist advice, for relatives, carers and members of the MDT, to promote the OT role in patient care.
• To advise patients, carers, relatives, colleagues on the safe use of equipment, minor adaptations, treatment techniques, moving and positioning, in relation to individual patients.
• To be competent in prescribing equipment, and have an in depth knowledge of equipment available for patients and how it is accessed. Ensure that all issued equipment is used safely and correctly, following protocols.
• To accurately and effectively report and document any changes in patients condition or progress to other relevant MDT team members.
• To provide specialist written reports, discharge summaries, risk assessments and other recommendations regarding individual needs as required by the service.
• To represent the OT service and/or individual patients at MDT meetings, and case conferences to ensure the delivery of a co-coordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include discussion of patient care and patient progress.
• To work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team liaising and working with other trust staff in the management of the patients appropriate to the medical service and with external agencies as required.
• To oversee and manage the caseloads of more junior staff within a designated area.

About us

Barnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.

At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.

We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

For individuals who require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Please note we reserve the right to close positions early

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the our dedicated and well established interdisciplinary chronic pain and fatigue management service with a focus on supporting people with Long Covid.

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Advanced Physiotherapist to join the team that work with people with wide range of chronic pain conditions, ME/CFS and Long Covid. The post holder will be involved in assessment and a range of rehabilitation interventions, including group, individual and workshop provision. The service is delivered from sites in Aylesbury and Amersham, with the primary site being Aylesbury.

Good communication and team-working skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be able to take a holistic and person centred approach to supporting patients and have an active interest in the management of long term chronic conditions.

The role will includes working with other Advanced Therapists in the team to effectively manage a complex caseload and see patients within the expected timescales.

Main duties of the job

To take a lead role in planning, co-ordinating and delivering the specialist Physiotherapy service provided to long covid, chronic pain and chronic fatigue patients as part of the interdisciplinary Chronic Pain and Fatigue Management Service.

To provide specialist Physiotherapy assessment and treatment to a wide range of patients with highly complex problems resulting from chronic long term conditions and ME/CFS.

To be autonomous as a Physiotherapist, whilst working with Senior Therapists from other disciplines within the team to deliver the service

To actively lead development of professional and service initiatives and contribute to organisational objectives

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job summary

Band 7 Highly Specialist Oncology Occupational Therapist

St Bartholomew's Hospital - Barts Health NHS Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at the UK's oldest hospital and a centre of excellence for cancer care. We are looking for a motivated Band 7 Highly Specialist Oncology Occupational Therapist to join our In-patient Cancer Therapy Team.

This role is ideal for a therapist seeking to consolidate and develop specialist clinical skills within a highly supportive and experienced oncology team. The successful post holder will play a key role in the ongoing development and day-to-day running of an integrated therapy service for patients receiving inpatient cancer care. You will work closely with the Physiotherapist colleagues and the wider MDT to support safe, effective, and person-centred care. You will support the team to deliver a high quality, evidence-based physiotherapy service, focusing on enabling patients to optimise function, manage symptoms, and prepare for discharge at all stages of cancer treatment.

Main duties of the job

To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work within scope of professional practice.

To be clinically responsible for a team of therapists working effectively with patientswithintheir clinical area.

Work flexibly across the service.

To keep up to date with new developments in the specialty, and share them with the team

To lead on andparticipatein service development.

To supervise, appraise & develop the staff members in the clinical areas

About you

We welcome applicants from experienced Band 6 and Band 7 therapist:

You will bring significant relevant experience, advanced clinical skills and confidence in managing complex caseloads autonomously. You will also have experience supervising others, contributing to service development, and demonstrating leadership within a specialist clinical area.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job summary

Pharmacist Chester Hospital | Nursing | Permanant | Part Time | Competitive Salary depending on experience 15 hours per week Build a brighter future while you're helping us build a healthier nation. At Nuffield Health, our approach is to fully integrate medicines into a personalised pathway of patient care. That means you'll benefit from a way of working that allows you to do the best job you can. It's everything you need to grow your career. It starts with you.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacist, you will: Join our talented multidisciplinary team Be the trusted Medicines Management Lead for our hospital Deliver high-quality clinical care and advice where it's needed Offer services to a range of departments, including the pre-assessment clinic, outpatient department, ward and theatres

About us

Chester, The Grosvenor Hospital The Grosvenor Hospital has remained a leading hospital in Chester since 1975. We work within the heart of our community to deliver a comprehensive range of treatments and services delivered by our wonderful team of clinicians and support staff. Our hospital is a modern environment with a new theatre suite and day care unit and holds the highest standards for patient care where staff ratios are not compromised. Care delivered the way it should be.

Job summary

This role isnot eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Do you have experience with the delivery of mental health/ wellbeing advice and support to children, young people and their families? Or experience of working with children & young people with common mental health difficulties and behavioural needs?

The Mental Health Support Teams sit at the 'getting help' aspect of the Thrive model and work closely with the different pathways as part of the Children's Mental Health Function.

In the role you will be expected to contribute to undertake planned interventions with children, young people and their families as directed by qualified practitioners within MHST and/or Supervising Practitioners. This post is within the East Staffordshire team and covers Burton-on-Trent and Uttoxeter schools.

You will be responsible for working with colleagues in enabling schools to develop and embed their mental health and wellbeing strategies. This includes liaising with teaching staff and associated roles within the education setting, as well as with partner services and agencies. They will be involved in early identification and intervention of mental health need as well as delivering emotional health and wellbeingpromotion activities.

Main duties of the job

• To prepare, plan and carry out individual or group therapeutic interventions with children, young people and parents as indicated within the child / young person's care plan, with supervision and guidance from qualified practitioners.
• Complete planned reviews of care as requiredunder appropriate supervision.
• To be responsible for documentation and ensure that standards of record keeping are adhered to.
• To participate in and facilitate parent support and parenting skills groups.
• To participate in completing and reviewing risk assessments of the child/young person in terms of behaviour or mental health in relation to their circumstances, with guidance and supervision from qualified practitioners.
• Take prompt action to communicate any changes in condition, liaising with other members of the team, reviewing and amending the risk assessment/care plan as directed

You will deliver and contribute to the development of evidence based brief interventions on a range of health, lifestyle and behaviour related issues under the direction of the qualified practitioners and/or Supervising Practitioner. This may include: providing brief advice, co-deliver group interventions, guided self help, signposting, creating and distributing resources, assisting with delivery of WSA activities and supporting the development and delivery of our digital offer

About us

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;

• Supporting your career development and progression
• Excellent NHS Pension scheme
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Options for flexible working
• Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days)
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
• If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
• Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
• Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
• Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
• Free car parking at all trust sites
• Free flu vaccinations every year
• Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Job summary

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen within our Pay Services team.

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual with excellent customer service skills to join our busy team and contribute to the production of the monthly payrolls. Previous experience of working in a payroll environment would be advantageous but is not essential, as training and support will be provided.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing their own allocated section of the payroll and providing a high-quality payroll service to our customers.

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining home working with office-based working. Successful applicants will be expected to attend the office as required for training, team meetings, service delivery requirements and to support collaborative working within the team.

You will be organised, process-driven, with the ability to prioritise your workload and work calmly under pressure to meet deadlines. You will be computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. A keen eye for detail is essential, along with strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to explain detailed Terms and Conditions of Service, system processes and related information clearly and accurately.

An NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential. Candidates who can demonstrate relevant skills, knowledge and experience are encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Supported by the Payroll Team Leaders and Payroll Officers, to be responsible for a small allocation of the payroll.
• To work on specific tasks associated with the production of the monthly payroll which includes, but is not limited to, the validation routines.
• To work with the team to run, produce and validate the monthly payrolls, ensuring that payments are accurate and timely, and that T&Cs, policy and statutory legislation in relation to staff pay is complied with at all times.
• To provide a customer focused payroll service.
• To support and advise staff with payroll enquiries, via email, phone/MS Teams and post.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Dietitian to join the community team covering Warwickshire caseloads on a 7 month fixed term basis. There may be opportunities to gain experience in other teams.

You will provide dietetic interventions for nutrition support, weight management, non-complex gastro and diabetes, and general dietetic advice to people in their own homes, care homes and in outpatient clinics. You will support with the delivery of training to staff around nutrition and hydration standards.

The role also includes reviewing diet sheets, contributing to audits, delivering education sessions and supporting student training.

You will join a friendly, collaborative team of dietitians, dietetic assistants and admin staff working across Warwick, Leamington & George Eliot Hospital, and the community. We are a forward-thinking service, committed to high-quality care and ongoing service improvement.

We offer an excellent preceptorship scheme for newly qualified dietitians and are committed to staff wellbeing, flexible working and a positive work-life balance.

Main duties of the job

Advise on the dietary management of patients with a range of medical conditions in community locations.

Work autonomously to assess and treat own caseload of patients, with support as necessary from senior colleagues.

Plan, deliver and evaluate training and education to other healthcare professionals, patient groups and the public.

Liaise with dietetic colleagues and other members of multidisciplinary teams as necessary e.g. medical, nursing, catering and other health or social care professionals.

Promote the ethos of self-management and prevention to patients, staff and carers to prevent nutritional problems, medical conditions and complications.

About us

Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.

We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.

As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:

https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2

We appreciate you completing the survey.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

203-CS1282

Job locations

George Eliot Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Be clinically competent to give dietetic advice, treatment and dietary counselling to patients on general wards, out-patient clinics, community locations and telephone reviews.

Work autonomously to manage own caseload providing dietetic advice to patients, their carers and staff with a range of medical conditions in hospital and community locations, within agreed protocols / guidelines and with support from senior colleagues when necessary.

Judge the appropriateness of referrals, action dietetic management and advise referring agents of inappropriate referrals.

Analyse and interpret information from a variety of sources regarding individual patients, e.g. biochemistry, medication, clinical condition, anthropometric measurements.

Undertake nutritional calculations e.g. calculating nutritional requirements, analysis of nutritional intakes using specialist IT systems.

Develop and modify dietetic treatment and discharge plans referring to other specialists as appropriate.

To recommend appropriate ACBS nutritional products for patients and document appropriately.

Communicate complex nutrition and dietetic information in an understandable form to staff, clients and carers, using negotiation, motivation and counselling skills including situations where there are barriers to understanding.

Work in conjunction with medical, nursing and professional colleagues, attending MDT meetings as necessary to facilitate good communications to provide high quality patient care.

Liaise and advise catering staff when necessary to ensure the appropriate provision of meals for individual patients.

Plan, implement and evaluate group education sessions for patients.

To liaise closely with referrers, GPs and other health professionals, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings or case reviews as appropriate.

Produce timely reports to referring Health Care Professionals regarding patient care.

Participate in the health promotion activities of the department.

To identify opportunities to promote healthier lifestyles or more appropriate nutrition using innovative methods, develop initiatives to promote healthier nutrition.

Training and Education

Participate in the clinical supervision of student dietitians, including planning timetables and completing assessment tools.

Plan, implement and evaluate nutrition education & training for nurses, support workers, catering staff, medical, social care staff and the public as required.

Professional

Ensure dietetic practice is up to date, evidence-based and / or based on best practice by participating in appropriate training and development activities.

Participate and contribute to clinical supervision to ensure regular evaluation of practice through peer review.

Ensure relevant training is attended to maintain competency re medical devises required within the job role.

Participate in dietetic operational meetings, sharing knowledge, evaluating and improving service delivery.

Participate in the departments Clinical Governance programme including reviewing evidence / guidance, clinical and professional audits, research and reporting of clinical risks.

To comment on nutrition & dietetic guidelines and procedures and propose changes to working practice.

Evaluate patient information in view of current evidence and produce new or update information / diet sheets as required.

To work as an autonomous practitioner working within the BDA Code of professional conduct and HCPC Standards of conduct, performance and Ethics and Standards of Proficiency (Dietitians).

Plan and organise own workload and evaluate own practice.

Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Ensure effective use is made of department / trust resources, equipment and prescribed nutritional products.

Be responsible for maintaining patient records in line with trust and department standards and Data Protection Act requirements.

Document patient activity data daily in accordance with trust and professional standards.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of the profile of the Dietetic profession.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Be clinically competent to give dietetic advice, treatment and dietary counselling to patients on general wards, out-patient clinics, community locations and telephone reviews. Work autonomously to manage own caseload providing dietetic advice to patients, their carers and staff with a range of medical conditions in hospital and community locations, within agreed protocols / guidelines and with support from senior colleagues when necessary. Judge the appropriateness of referrals, action dietetic management and advise referring agents of inappropriate referrals. Analyse and interpret information from a variety of sources regarding individual patients, e.g. biochemistry, medication, clinical condition, anthropometric measurements. Undertake nutritional calculations e.g. calculating nutritional requirements, analysis of nutritional intakes using specialist IT systems. Develop and modify dietetic treatment and discharge plans referring to other specialists as appropriate. To recommend appropriate ACBS nutritional products for patients and document appropriately. Communicate complex nutrition and dietetic information in an understandable form to staff, clients and carers, using negotiation, motivation and counselling skills including situations where there are barriers to understanding. Work in conjunction with medical, nursing and professional colleagues, attending MDT meetings as necessary to facilitate good communications to provide high quality patient care. Liaise and advise catering staff when necessary to ensure the appropriate provision of meals for individual patients. Plan, implement and evaluate group education sessions for patients. To liaise closely with referrers, GPs and other health professionals, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings or case reviews as appropriate. Produce timely reports to referring Health Care Professionals regarding patient care. Participate in the health promotion activities of the department. To identify opportunities to promote healthier lifestyles or more appropriate nutrition using innovative methods, develop initiatives to promote healthier nutrition. Training and Education Participate in the clinical supervision of student dietitians, including planning timetables and completing assessment tools. Plan, implement and evaluate nutrition education & training for nurses, support workers, catering staff, medical, social care staff and the public as required. Professional Ensure dietetic practice is up to date, evidence-based and / or based on best practice by participating in appropriate training and development activities. Participate and contribute to clinical supervision to ensure regular evaluation of practice through peer review. Ensure relevant training is attended to maintain competency re medical devises required within the job role. Participate in dietetic operational meetings, sharing knowledge, evaluating and improving service delivery. Participate in the departments Clinical Governance programme including reviewing evidence / guidance, clinical and professional audits, research and reporting of clinical risks. To comment on nutrition & dietetic guidelines and procedures and propose changes to working practice. Evaluate patient information in view of current evidence and produce new or update information / diet sheets as required. To work as an autonomous practitioner working within the BDA Code of professional conduct and HCPC Standards of conduct, performance and Ethics and Standards of Proficiency (Dietitians). Plan and organise own workload and evaluate own practice. Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. Ensure effective use is made of department / trust resources, equipment and prescribed nutritional products. Be responsible for maintaining patient records in line with trust and department standards and Data Protection Act requirements. Document patient activity data daily in accordance with trust and professional standards. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the profile of the Dietetic profession.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Dietetics or equivalent
• Dietitian registered with the Health Care Professions Council (or application submitted)

Desirable

• BDA Member

Experience

Essential

• Completed UK recognised clinical placements or equivalent

Desirable

• Post qualification dietetic experience
• Experience of working in a health or social care setting

Skills

Essential

• Up to date dietetic professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Able to analyse information and make judgements on dietetic issues
• Able to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form for patients and their carers using dietary counselling, motivational and negotiation skills
• Able to demonstrate good written and oral communication skills with a range of people from a variety of backgrounds, without risk of miscommunication
• Able to plan & prioritise own caseload using time management skills
• Able to plan, deliver and evaluate training and group work
• Able to use a computer and have basic knowledge of word processing, e-mail, dietary analysis, presentation preparation and electronic patient records

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to be an effective member of the dietetic team and MDT's
• Able to handle challenging situations
• Able to work independently but know own limitations and when to ask for support and help
• Committed to personal and professional development
• Committed to client centred, non-discriminatory practice

Other

Essential

• Willing to work flexible hours to meet the requirements of the service
• Independent means of travel (community posts) and able to travel to training within Warwickshire (all posts)
• Willing to participate in student training and demonstrate awareness of practical issues in student training

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc in Dietetics or equivalent Dietitian registered with the Health Care Professions Council (or application submitted) Desirable BDA Member Experience Essential Completed UK recognised clinical placements or equivalent Desirable Post qualification dietetic experience Experience of working in a health or social care setting Skills Essential Up to date dietetic professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development Able to analyse information and make judgements on dietetic issues Able to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form for patients and their carers using dietary counselling, motivational and negotiation skills Able to demonstrate good written and oral communication skills with a range of people from a variety of backgrounds, without risk of miscommunication Able to plan & prioritise own caseload using time management skills Able to plan, deliver and evaluate training and group work Able to use a computer and have basic knowledge of word processing, e-mail, dietary analysis, presentation preparation and electronic patient records Personal Qualities Essential Able to be an effective member of the dietetic team and MDT's Able to handle challenging situations Able to work independently but know own limitations and when to ask for support and help Committed to personal and professional development Committed to client centred, non-discriminatory practice Other Essential Willing to work flexible hours to meet the requirements of the service Independent means of travel (community posts) and able to travel to training within Warwickshire (all posts) Willing to participate in student training and demonstrate awareness of practical issues in student training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

George Eliot Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

George Eliot Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Package Description: At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing: Band 5 with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions. Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices. Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway. Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice. Flexible Pay Options: Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility. Learning & Development: Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities. Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates. Job Introduction Are you an enthusiastic Physiotherapist with a passion for rehabilitation and care of older people? Join our friendly team on Longleat Ward at Warminster Community Hospital and help patients regain independence and achieve their goals.

Main duties of the job

At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing: Band 5 with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions. Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices. Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway. Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice. Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility. Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities. Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates.

About us

Established in 2006, HCRG Care Group is one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services. We work with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology, and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1556544490

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Warminster

BA12 8QS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:

Band 5with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions.Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices.Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway.Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice.Flexible Pay Options: Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility.Learning & Development: Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities. Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates.

Job Introduction

Are you an enthusiastic Physiotherapist with a passion for rehabilitation and care of older people? Join our friendly team on Longleat Ward at Warminster Community Hospital and help patients regain independence and achieve their goals.

Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality rehabilitation and discharge planning, manage your own caseload with guidance from senior colleagues, and support the development of students and therapy assistants.

We're looking for someone who is motivated, flexible, and patient-focused, with strong communication and clinical reasoning skills. If you are eager to develop your career, contribute to service improvement, and make a real difference to patients' lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Main Responsibilities

As a Band 5 Physiotherapist, you will deliver a high-quality physiotherapy service to patients within the community hospital, providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to support patients in achieving their optimum level of independence.

Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care programmes, using evidence-based practice to meet the rehabilitation needs of patients. You will adopt a holistic, patient-centred approach, ensuring patients and carers are actively involved in decision-making and goal setting.

You will contribute to effective discharge planning and work collaboratively with colleagues across health and social care to facilitate safe and timely discharges, supporting the reduction of unnecessary inpatient length of stay where appropriate.

You will also provide physiotherapy advice and support to ward staff, patients, carers and partner organisations, promoting effective communication and continuity of care to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.

Does this sound like something that would interest you? If you are interested or would like further information please contact: Joanne Reed on [email protected]

Recruitment Advisor: Louise Ledward on 07884 659608 or [email protected]

We are happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Please see the attached job description for a full list of job responsibilities.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who: Holds the necessary professional physiotherapist qualification and is registered with the HCPC.

Has experience working in a relevant Healthcare setting. Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with service users and colleagues. Is able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver integrated solutions. A valid UK driving licence and access to a car are essential for this role.

Desirable: Additional qualifications or training relevant to the role. Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment. Knowledge of industry best practices and innovative service delivery models. A desire to further professional development through additional training or qualifications.

About The Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006 we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:Band 5with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions.Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices.Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway.Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice.Flexible Pay Options: Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility.Learning & Development: Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities. Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates.Job IntroductionAre you an enthusiastic Physiotherapist with a passion for rehabilitation and care of older people? Join our friendly team on Longleat Ward at Warminster Community Hospital and help patients regain independence and achieve their goals.Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality rehabilitation and discharge planning, manage your own caseload with guidance from senior colleagues, and support the development of students and therapy assistants.We're looking for someone who is motivated, flexible, and patient-focused, with strong communication and clinical reasoning skills. If you are eager to develop your career, contribute to service improvement, and make a real difference to patients' lives, we'd love to hear from you.Main ResponsibilitiesAs a Band 5 Physiotherapist, you will deliver a high-quality physiotherapy service to patients within the community hospital, providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to support patients in achieving their optimum level of independence.Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care programmes, using evidence-based practice to meet the rehabilitation needs of patients. You will adopt a holistic, patient-centred approach, ensuring patients and carers are actively involved in decision-making and goal setting.You will contribute to effective discharge planning and work collaboratively with colleagues across health and social care to facilitate safe and timely discharges, supporting the reduction of unnecessary inpatient length of stay where appropriate.You will also provide physiotherapy advice and support to ward staff, patients, carers and partner organisations, promoting effective communication and continuity of care to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.Does this sound like something that would interest you? If you are interested or would like further information please contact: Joanne Reed on [email protected]Recruitment Advisor: Louise Ledward on 07884 659608 or [email protected]We are happy to answer any questions that you may have.Please see the attached job description for a full list of job responsibilities.The Ideal CandidateWe are looking for someone who: Holds the necessary professional physiotherapist qualification and is registered with the HCPC. Has experience working in a relevant Healthcare setting. Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with service users and colleagues. Is able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver integrated solutions. A valid UK driving licence and access to a car are essential for this role.Desirable: Additional qualifications or training relevant to the role. Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment. Knowledge of industry best practices and innovative service delivery models. A desire to further professional development through additional training or qualifications.About The CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006 we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Holds the necessary professional physiotherapist qualification and is registered with the HCPC. Experience working in a relevant Healthcare setting. Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with service users and colleagues. Is able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver integrated solutions. A valid UK driving licence and access to a car are essential for this role.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Holds the necessary professional physiotherapist qualification and is registered with the HCPC. Experience working in a relevant Healthcare setting. Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with service users and colleagues. Is able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver integrated solutions. A valid UK driving licence and access to a car are essential for this role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Warminster

BA12 8QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Warminster

BA12 8QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapist passionate about helping children and young people thrive through our Experts at Hand service?

Join Warrington Childrens Community Occupational Therapy Service in this 1.0 WTE role, helping educational settings identify needs early and provide inclusive support. Through consultation, coaching, modelling and targeted training, you will build staff confidence to support children at universal, targeted and targeted-plus levels. Working with families, education colleagues and partner agencies, you will reduce barriers to learning and participation and help children receive the right support at the right time.

You will join a supportive, collaborative team with approachable leadership that values wellbeing, work-life balance and professional growth. Regular clinical supervision, structured support and development opportunities will build your confidence and skills while enabling you to contribute to service improvement, clinical governance and shared learning.

If you are a motivated, reflective occupational therapist with strong clinical reasoning, communication and partnership-working skills, we would be delighted to welcome you.

Our valuesKind, Open, Fair and One Teamguide your compassionate practice, open communication, commitment to equitable access and collaborative work to improve outcomes for children and young people.

Provisional interview dates: 21st & 22nd October 2026

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist within the Warrington Childrens Occupational Therapy Experts at Hand service, you will support schools to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to meet the occupational performance, participation and independence needs of children and young people.

With support and supervision from experienced colleagues, you will help develop and deliver engaging whole-school training, consultation and coaching. You will enable education staff to embed inclusive occupational therapy approaches and use appropriate, evidence-based strategies, while contributing to reflective practice and service development.

You will contribute to drop-in consultation sessions in Warrington schools, helping education staff to identify functional needs early, agree practical strategies and navigate appropriate pathways so children receive support at a universal, targeted or specialist level. Working collaboratively with education staff, families and partner agencies, you will promote inclusive environments and help embed effective approaches into everyday school routines.

You will support the evaluation and continuous improvement of the service by recording activity and outcomes, gathering feedback and using agreed performance information to demonstrate how the Experts at Hand model improves staff confidence, inclusive practice and outcomes for children and young people.

About us

Flexible working will be considered for all roles.

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM) serves more than one million residents across the Halton and Warrington boroughs and the wider North West region.

Bringing together community and out-of-hospital services (formerly provided by Bridgewater Community Healthcare) with inpatient and elective care (formerly Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals) we provide services at two hospital sites and more than 70 community hubs and facilities.

Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM).

They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation.

Our mission

We will be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other

Our vision

We will be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn

Our values

• Kind: We are caring, supportive and respectful to everyone
• Open: We are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working
• Fair: We listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all
• One team: We work well together and with our communities

Details

Date posted

29 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9835-WC26-138

Job locations

Warrington Child Development Centre

Sandy Lane

Orford

Warrington

Cheshire

WA2 9HY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

To hold responsibility for and organise own caseload, within delegated areas of the service, with on-going support from a more experienced Therapist.

To provide assessment, treatment and management of babies, children and adolescents who present with diverse physical, developmental, sensory and learning needs.

To work closely with the multi-disciplinary team.

To continue own professional development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To plan, prepare and undertake assessments for a designated caseload, working in collaboration with child and carers/involved agencies.

To identify areas of occupational performance and skill deficit in all functional activities of daily life.

To work with the child and/or carers to identify goals as part of an overall care plan in co-operation with the multi-disciplinary team

To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload, highlight areas of concern and managing own time under the supervision of more experienced staff.

To plan and implement client centred individual and/or group interventions, evaluating treatment in order to measure progress/outcomes.

To ensure joint / multiagency working occurs where appropriate, with health colleagues and partner agencies, attending reviews and clinical meetings as required by clinical responsibility

To undertake joint assessments and interventions with therapy colleagues where clinically appropriate.

To receive and contribute to the delivery of training for own profession and others.

To actively prepare and plan for supervision.

Please see Full Job Description attached.

Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose: To hold responsibility for and organise own caseload, within delegated areas of the service, with on-going support from a more experienced Therapist. To provide assessment, treatment and management of babies, children and adolescents who present with diverse physical, developmental, sensory and learning needs. To work closely with the multi-disciplinary team. To continue own professional development.Duties and Responsibilities: To plan, prepare and undertake assessments for a designated caseload, working in collaboration with child and carers/involved agencies. To identify areas of occupational performance and skill deficit in all functional activities of daily life. To work with the child and/or carers to identify goals as part of an overall care plan in co-operation with the multi-disciplinary team To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload, highlight areas of concern and managing own time under the supervision of more experienced staff. To plan and implement client centred individual and/or group interventions, evaluating treatment in order to measure progress/outcomes. To ensure joint / multiagency working occurs where appropriate, with health colleagues and partner agencies, attending reviews and clinical meetings as required by clinical responsibility To undertake joint assessments and interventions with therapy colleagues where clinically appropriate. To receive and contribute to the delivery of training for own profession and others. To actively prepare and plan for supervision.Please see Full Job Description attached.

Person Specification

Right to Work

Essential

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

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• Excellent communication skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Experience with moving and handling patients.
• Experience of handling / issuing adaptive equipment.
• The ability to travel independently across the North Cheshire and MerseyTrust.
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs.

Desirable

• Experience using hoists and transfers.
• Knowledge of postural management and supportive equipment.
• Ability to work in a variety of positions, kneeling, sitting standing on the floor

Relationships

Essential

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

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Health and Care Professions Council registration (HCPC).
• Member of Professional Body (RCOT)

Desirable

• Membership of Occupational Therapy specialist interest group.
• Awareness of sensory processing difficulties and how they effect function.

Experience

Essential

• Experience with children.
• Experience of a variety of assessment and treatment approaches / models such as neurodevelopmental, biomechanical, behavioural.
• Experience of using both standardised and non standardised assessment tools.
• Experience of working under supervision and as an autonomous practitioner where suitable.
• Experience of report writing and goal setting.
• Working collaboratively with other health / social care professionals.

Desirable

• Experience of working with children with a range of disorders such as DCD, Cerebral Palsy, learning difficulties.
• Experience of working/volunteering with children.
• Experience of work in a community setting such as a special school, nursery school, sure start centre.
• Knowledge of upper limb function and impairment.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to participate in education of other health care professionals/education staff/Students
• Evidence of clinical reasoning skills and ability to reflect on and critically appraise own practice.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of childrens development and possible implications on occupational performance.
• Effective communication skills with patients, healthcare professionals and other agencies.
• Knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group).
• Good organisational, planning and time management skills.
• IT skills e.g Microsoft Word and data inputting.
• Awareness of standards of record keeping.

Desirable

• Ability to carry out risk assessments.
• Ability to assess physical, social and environmental needs of a client.
• Awareness of OT Code of Practice.

Person Specification Right to Work Essential Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK? If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)? Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role. Job Specific Requirements Essential Excellent communication skills. Problem solving skills. Experience with moving and handling patients. Experience of handling / issuing adaptive equipment. The ability to travel independently across the North Cheshire and MerseyTrust. The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs. Desirable Experience using hoists and transfers. Knowledge of postural management and supportive equipment. Ability to work in a variety of positions, kneeling, sitting standing on the floor Relationships Essential If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship. Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy Health and Care Professions Council registration (HCPC). Member of Professional Body (RCOT) Desirable Membership of Occupational Therapy specialist interest group. Awareness of sensory processing difficulties and how they effect function. Experience Essential Experience with children. Experience of a variety of assessment and treatment approaches / models such as neurodevelopmental, biomechanical, behavioural. Experience of using both standardised and non standardised assessment tools. Experience of working under supervision and as an autonomous practitioner where suitable. Experience of report writing and goal setting. Working collaboratively with other health / social care professionals. Desirable Experience of working with children with a range of disorders such as DCD, Cerebral Palsy, learning difficulties. Experience of working/volunteering with children. Experience of work in a community setting such as a special school, nursery school, sure start centre. Knowledge of upper limb function and impairment. Skills and Knowledge Essential Demonstrate ability to participate in education of other health care professionals/education staff/Students Evidence of clinical reasoning skills and ability to reflect on and critically appraise own practice. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Knowledge of childrens development and possible implications on occupational performance. Effective communication skills with patients, healthcare professionals and other agencies. Knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group). Good organisational, planning and time management skills. IT skills e.g Microsoft Word and data inputting. Awareness of standards of record keeping. Desirable Ability to carry out risk assessments. Ability to assess physical, social and environmental needs of a client. Awareness of OT Code of Practice.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Warrington Child Development Centre

Sandy Lane

Orford

Warrington

Cheshire

WA2 9HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Warrington Child Development Centre

Sandy Lane

Orford

Warrington

Cheshire

WA2 9HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Hilary Cottage Surgery is nestled in the South Cotswolds. A small surgery with around 40 staff, this part time role is a great opportunity to work in a primary care setting as an independent prescriber.

If you want to work in a General Practice, where we enjoy what we do, work well together, and work hard for our patients - as well as having a nice drive through the countryside to get to work, Hilary Cottage Surgery is the place to be!

Your role here will be to work alongside the GPs and other healthcare professionals to provide expertise in clinical pharmacy, medicines optimisation and safety which will include undertaking structured medication reviews. You will provide leadership for medicines use to ensure patients experience high quality patient care that will improve health outcomes and efficiency of the primary care team by providing direct, accessible and timely expertise including telephone contact with patients.

The main duties and responsibilities will include performing remote medication reviews, support management of patients with long-term conditions, undertake medicines reconciliation, provide telephone consultations, repeat prescription standardisation, implementation and management, drug monitoring management, and clinical audits.

Main duties of the job

Duties include:

Action medication adjustments following hospital discharge summaries and identifying and rectifying unexplained changes to ensure patients are supported and receive correct medications and deal with any queries.

Manage medication reviews with patients by telephone and make recommendations for prescribing and monitoring. Through structured medical reviews the post holder will support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care. Medication reviews for patients who are regular A+E, Urgent Care Centre or hospital attenders.

Carry out clinical audits to review patients on high-risk medications and monitor prescribing against local and national guidelines.

Make recommendations for medicine switches and support staff with medicine related queries.

Work with the prescribing lead to review repeat prescribing policy. Make necessary changes and interventions for re-authorisation of long-term medications.

Management of repeat prescribing and management of patients with chronic diseases where medicine optimisation is required.

Promote and increase uptake and utilisation of electronic repeat Dispensing (eRD) and Electronic Prescribing (EPS) in line with defined targets.

Assist the practice to achieve QOF and Enhances Service objectives/ targets.

Provide advice and support to patients in the use of medicines.

About us

Our practice team are here to provide patients with a professional and caring healthcare experience. We run many clinics and offer a wide variety of other medical services such as antenatal and postnatal care, childhood vaccinations and minor surgery.

We are continually monitoring our standards of service and striving to improve them.

To find out more about the practice, the people, and the services we offer, please visit www.fairfordsurgery.co.uk

Details

Date posted

29 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share

Reference number

A0469-26-0014

Job locations

Keble Lawns

Fairford

Gloucestershire

GL7 4BQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

To work alongside the GPs and other healthcare professionals to provide expertise in clinical pharmacy, medicines optimisation and safety which will include undertaking structured medication reviews. You will provide leadership for medicines use to ensure patients experience high quality patient care that will improve health outcomes and efficiency of the primary care team by providing direct, accessible and timely expertise including telephone contact with patients.

The main duties and responsibilities will include performing face-to-face and remote medication reviews, support management of patients with long-term conditions, undertake medicines reconciliation, provide telephone consultations, repeat prescription standardization, implementation and management, drug monitoring management, and clinical audits.

Job Responsibilities:

Clinical Practice

Action medication adjustments following receipt of hospital discharge summaries and identifying and rectifying unexplained changes to ensure that patients are supported and receive the correct medications and deal with any queries as they arise.

Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients by telephone and make appropriate recommendations for the clinical team on prescribing and monitoring. Through structured medical reviews the post holder will support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care. Medication reviews for patients who are regular A+E, Urgent Care Centre or hospital attenders.

Carry out clinical audits to review patients on high-risk medications and monitor prescribing against local and national guidelines. Analyse and present results to highlight areas for improvement.

Make recommendations for medicine switches and support clinical & dispensary staff with medicine related queries.

Work with the prescribing lead to review repeat prescribing policy. Make necessary changes and interventions for re-authorisation of long-term medications.

Management of repeat prescribing and management of patients with chronic diseases where medicine optimisation is required. E.g., COPD, asthma, mental health and diabetes.

Promote and increase uptake and utilisation of electronic repeat Dispensing (eRD) and Electronic Prescribing (EPS) in line with local & National targets.

Assist the practice to achieve QOF and Enhances Service objectives/ targets.

Provide advice and support to patients in the use of medicines.

Knowledge, skills and experience required

Completion of an undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Must be a qualified independent prescriber or working towards

Have experience and an awareness of common acute and long-term conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice.

Recognise priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from normal pattern and is able to refer as appropriate.

Able to follow legal, ethical, professional, and organisational policies and procedures and codes of conduct.

Involves patients in decisions about prescribed medicines and supporting adherence as per NICE guidelines.

Administration and professional responsibilities

Lead on and develop elements of the clinical pharmacy service to improve the patient experience.

Contribute proactively to ensure optimal medicines usage by patients and healthcare professionals.

Contribute to ongoing development and service improvements in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.

Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the Practice Team

Ensure accurate and legible notes are recorded in the patients computer record

Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient care

Ensure collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular and ad-hoc reports and audits

Attend and participate in Practice meetings as requested

PCN objective such as IIF and practice priorities such as QoF and CQC requirements

Delivering a quality service

• Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct
• Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality
• Deliver care according to NICE guidelines and evidence-based care
• Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking, audit and formal evaluation
• Participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes
• Support and participate in shared learning across the practice
• Understand and apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, and be aware of statutory requirements

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

Be punctual and professional in manner

Communication

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background, and preferred ways of communicating

Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication

Maintain effective communication within the practice and with external stakeholders

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

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health or 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 the 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 authorized persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Any breach of confidentiality may result in disciplinary proceedings

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
• Reporting potential risks identified
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
• Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)
• Reporting potential risks identified
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Safeguarding

You have a responsibility to follow the principles of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children in accordance with Practice policy.

Equality and Diversity

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

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. Undertake distribution of results of investigations, and workflow correspondence as appropriate, when required

General

To cooperate in all matters with the other members of the Practice Team with a view to ensuring a productive and happy atmosphere, greater job satisfaction for all concerned and, above all, ever-improving patient care.

This list is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with your post and you will be expected to comply with any reasonable requests made by the Partners or the Practice Manager.

Job description Job responsibilities Job summary:To work alongside the GPs and other healthcare professionals to provide expertise in clinical pharmacy, medicines optimisation and safety which will include undertaking structured medication reviews. You will provide leadership for medicines use to ensure patients experience high quality patient care that will improve health outcomes and efficiency of the primary care team by providing direct, accessible and timely expertise including telephone contact with patients. The main duties and responsibilities will include performing face-to-face and remote medication reviews, support management of patients with long-term conditions, undertake medicines reconciliation, provide telephone consultations, repeat prescription standardization, implementation and management, drug monitoring management, and clinical audits.Job Responsibilities:Clinical Practice Action medication adjustments following receipt of hospital discharge summaries and identifying and rectifying unexplained changes to ensure that patients are supported and receive the correct medications and deal with any queries as they arise. Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients by telephone and make appropriate recommendations for the clinical team on prescribing and monitoring. Through structured medical reviews the post holder will support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care. Medication reviews for patients who are regular A+E, Urgent Care Centre or hospital attenders. Carry out clinical audits to review patients on high-risk medications and monitor prescribing against local and national guidelines. Analyse and present results to highlight areas for improvement. Make recommendations for medicine switches and support clinical & dispensary staff with medicine related queries. Work with the prescribing lead to review repeat prescribing policy. Make necessary changes and interventions for re-authorisation of long-term medications. Management of repeat prescribing and management of patients with chronic diseases where medicine optimisation is required. E.g., COPD, asthma, mental health and diabetes. Promote and increase uptake and utilisation of electronic repeat Dispensing (eRD) and Electronic Prescribing (EPS) in line with local & National targets. Assist the practice to achieve QOF and Enhances Service objectives/ targets. Provide advice and support to patients in the use of medicines. Knowledge, skills and experience required Completion of an undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Must be a qualified independent prescriber or working towards Have experience and an awareness of common acute and long-term conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice. Recognise priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from normal pattern and is able to refer as appropriate. Able to follow legal, ethical, professional, and organisational policies and procedures and codes of conduct. Involves patients in decisions about prescribed medicines and supporting adherence as per NICE guidelines.Administration and professional responsibilities Lead on and develop elements of the clinical pharmacy service to improve the patient experience. Contribute proactively to ensure optimal medicines usage by patients and healthcare professionals. Contribute to ongoing development and service improvements in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team. Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the Practice Team Ensure accurate and legible notes are recorded in the patients computer record Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient care Ensure collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular and ad-hoc reports and audits Attend and participate in Practice meetings as requested PCN objective such as IIF and practice priorities such as QoF and CQC requirementsDelivering a quality service Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality Deliver care according to NICE guidelines and evidence-based care Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking, audit and formal evaluation Participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes Support and participate in shared learning across the practice Understand and apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, and be aware of statutory requirements 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 Be punctual and professional in mannerCommunication Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background, and preferred ways of communicating Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication Maintain effective communication within the practice and with external stakeholdersPersonal/Professional DevelopmentThe 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 appraisal Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work Confidentiality In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health or 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 the 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 authorized persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Any breach of confidentiality may result in disciplinary proceedingsHealth & SafetyThe 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 Reporting potential risks identified Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually) Reporting potential risks identified Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children SafeguardingYou have a responsibility to follow the principles of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children in accordance with Practice policy.Equality and DiversityThe post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues.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. Undertake distribution of results of investigations, and workflow correspondence as appropriate, when requiredGeneralTo cooperate in all matters with the other members of the Practice Team with a view to ensuring a productive and happy atmosphere, greater job satisfaction for all concerned and, above all, ever-improving patient care. This list is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with your post and you will be expected to comply with any reasonable requests made by the Partners or the Practice Manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor of Pharmacy. Independent Prescriber

Experience

Desirable

• Previously worked in a patient facing role
• Previous experience of Primary Care

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Bachelor of Pharmacy. Independent Prescriber Experience Desirable Previously worked in a patient facing role Previous experience of Primary Care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Hilary Cottage Surgery

Address

Keble Lawns

Fairford

Gloucestershire

GL7 4BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hilary Cottage Surgery

Address

Keble Lawns

Fairford

Gloucestershire

GL7 4BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and patient-focused Dispensary Assistant to join our friendly GP practice team.

The successful candidate will work as part of our dispensary team, supporting the safe and efficient preparation and supply of medicines to our patients. You will play an important role in ensuring that prescriptions are processed accurately, medicines are appropriately stored and stock levels are maintained.

This is a busy and varied role, requiring excellent attention to detail, good organisational skills and a professional approach to patient care.

Previous experience in a pharmacy, dispensary or GP practice environment would be advantageous. However, we are also interested in candidates with relevant transferable experience and a willingness to undertake appropriate training.

Main duties of the job

You will:

• Assist with the preparation, assembly and labelling of prescriptions under appropriate supervision.
• Process repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice procedures.
• Provide a friendly and professional service to patients collecting medication.
• Deal with routine prescription and dispensary enquiries, referring clinical queries to the appropriate clinician or qualified member of the dispensary team.
• Receive, check, store and rotate medicines and dispensary supplies.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering medicines and other supplies.
• Check expiry dates and assist with the appropriate disposal of expired medicines.
• Maintain accurate dispensing and stock records.
• Assist with stock checks, audits and other dispensary quality and safety processes.
• Maintain a clean, organised and secure dispensary.
• Work closely with the wider GP practice and healthcare team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with practice policies and procedures.

About us

Knockin Medical Centre is a rural practice with a diverse population of approximately 4200 patients spanning North Shropshire with a small number in Wales.

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting our staff to develop their knowledge and skills. The dispensary plays an important role in the safe and efficient delivery of patient care.

What we offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• NHS pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

We are the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and were here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UKs biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

RNIB is leading the creation of a world where there are no barriers for people with sight loss. One of our key priorities is to ask people to see sight loss differently, reversing inaccurate perceptions and changing public behaviours so everyone expects equal participation from people with sight loss and the creation of a fully accessible society.

RNIB is pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to join our Eye Care Support Service in Dorset. This is a rewarding role providing the right individual the opportunity to make a difference every day working with people affected by sight loss.

You will provide critical emotional support, information and guidance face to face within a hospital setting, remotely via digital platforms and in community locations, as required. Each day you will support people affected by sight loss to identify their needs, access information and make informed choices which enable and empower them to maintain their independence.

Admin tasks are a large part of this role, you will create and input accurate patient records into a variety of databases and use Microsoft 365 each day.

Main duties of the job

You will have proven experience of delivering information and advice services working directly with the people you are supporting as well as maintaining professional relationships. Key to this role will be your excellent communication and relationship building skills with patients, clinicians and a wide range of cross sector partners.

You will have the ability to work in different hospital locations as required.

You should be confident to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems. Impeccable record keeping skills are also key to this role.

As an RNIB ECLO, you will also complete the RNIB & City University Eye Clinic Support Studies qualification: essential for the role, access to Clinical Supervision, peer support and the opportunity to support RNIBs priority of no diagnosis without support.

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 27 days of holiday per year plus bank holidays which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11 percent and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

About us

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, candidates are required to submit their CV and a Supporting Statement which responds to the following:

Question 1- What interests you about being an ECLO and what skills and qualities do you feel you would bring to the role?

Question 2 -Using examples, tell us about your experience in delivering advice or information services.

Question 3 -Using examples, demonstrate how you have worked with people using person-centred care approach.

Question 4 -Using examples, tell us how you have worked with colleagues across health, social care or community services demonstrating your understanding of each professionals role.

Question 5 - Using examples and highlighting your communication styles and skills, tells us about your experience of influencing or motivating other professionals, resulting in positive outcomes for customers.

Question 6 - Using examples please demonstrate your IT Literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and your understanding of the importance of Information Governance in handling customer records.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Family and Systemic Psychotherapist to join Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust on a full-time fixed-term contract until 31 March 2027. The post will focus on delivering systemic family consultation interventions for young people and their families within CAMHS across Sussex.

The postholder will provide brief, focused systemic interventions, to support young people, families and wider systems in addressing difficulties and promoting positive change.

The successful applicant will receive direct clinical and professional supervision from the Family and Systemic Therapy Professional Lead and will play a key role in expanding access to timely, evidence-based systemic support for children, young people and their families across Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced systemic practitioner who is passionate about delivering high-quality family interventions and promoting systemic practice within integrated CAMHS teams.

Main duties of the job

Responsibilities will primarily focus on providing high-quality systemic family consultation and therapeutic interventions for children and young people with moderate to severe mental health difficulties, and their families, carers and wider networks. The post has been established as a fixed-term initiative to increase access to systemic interventions and reduce waiting times for families within CAMHS.

The postholder will deliver brief, focused episodes of care, typically offering between 3 and 6 systemic sessions, undertaking assessment, formulation and intervention with young people and their families. They will work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure timely access to support and effective care planning, while maintaining accurate and timely clinical records.

The successful applicant will receive direct clinical and professional supervision from the Family and Systemic Therapy Professional Lead and will contribute to the delivery of evidence-based systemic practice across Sussex CAMHS.

About us

We provide mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Working in Sussex:

• Travel easily between stunning countryside, picturesque villages and seaside towns, with great access to Brighton and London
• Easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow plus excellent railway links across the UK

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

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

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team at the Chichester Centre and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based communication and dysphagia services.

Research suggests that 60-80% of those in the criminal justice system may have speech, language or communication needs. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing and highly valued service that supports individuals with complex communication needs within a low secure environment.

This post offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills within forensic mental health, working alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive multi-disciplinary environment.

Main duties of the job

Within the context of a multi professional environment, to screen new referrals for communication and dysphagia needs, manage a caseload of adults with forensic mental health needs who also have complex communication and dysphagia / eating / drinking / swallowing needs.

To undertake assessments that are comprehensive, dynamic and person-centred according to need; to use evidence based practice and evaluate effectiveness of interventions using agreed outcome measures.

To ensure that service users voices are heard and included in the care planning process.

To support service users in the co-creation of communication and/or dysphagia resources that meet their needs.

To ensure that communicationand/or dysphagia resourcesare understoodand/or have a practical application to the whole care team.

About us

The Chichester Centre supports people who need rehabilitation and treatment within a secure environment. Our three low secure wards are for male patients who have either committed a criminal offence or have significant challenging behaviour.

You will work alongside a collaborative multi-disciplinary team, offering expert assessment, diagnosis, and care for adults with complex psychiatric needs following a trauma informed care approach.

We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do.

As part of our commitment to quality and professionalism we ensure that all our new staff undertakes a thorough induction programme with us when they commence their new roles.

What you can expect:

• As a mental health trust, we place a huge focus on the wellbeing of our staff and ensure our reward packages reflect the important work you do.
• You can expect to receive:
• Access to numerous wellbeing and support programmes
• Excellent supervision programmes, with ongoing opportunities for training and development
• Access to a host of discount schemes (inc. gyms, shopping, restaurants and cars)
• Superb NHS Pension
• Generous holiday entitlement (starts at 27 days + 8 bank holidays)
• And much more!...

Informal discussions are most welcome.

Job summary

Are you reliable, organised, and passionate about food? Looking for a rewarding role where your work makes a real difference daily? Join the Agincare family as a Kitchen Assistant at The Coombs Care Home. Youll play an important part in preparing nutritious, delicious meals that our residents can look forward to, helping to make mealtimes enjoyable, comforting and something to look forward to. What we offer: £12.87 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000*) Career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On-demand pay Were looking for: Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Previous kitchen experience, preferably in a healthcare setting Flexible to work alternate weekends and to work split shifts A positive, team-focused attitude Your role: Support the chef to prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Follow food safety, COSHH, and health & safety guidelines Work both independently and as part of the team Engage with residents, bringing warmth and friendliness to the dining experience This position is working 48 hours over a 2 week period

Main duties of the job

The Kitchen Assistant role with Agincare Homes Holdings involves preparing nutritious meals and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen. The position offers a salary of £12.87 per hour and includes benefits such as a refer-a-friend scheme, career development with fully funded training up to QCF Level 5, a Blue Light discount package, and a company pension scheme. Employees have on-demand pay and are expected to work flexible hours, including alternate weekends and split shifts. The role requires a minimum of 12 months' right to work in the UK, previous kitchen experience preferably in a healthcare setting, and a positive, team-focused attitude. Responsibilities include supporting the chef, adhering to food safety and health guidelines, and engaging with residents to enhance their dining experience. No prior care background is needed, as the focus is on the quality of meal preparation and creating a welcoming environment.

About us

Agincare Homes Holdings is a part of the Agincare family, a rapidly growing, family-owned care provider celebrating 40 years of caring for communities. With nearly 6000 team members, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, offering various services including care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations in England. Agincare is committed to supporting care leavers, with a guarantee of an interview or an informal career conversation, and the Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews to service leavers and military community members. As an equal opportunities employer, Agincare encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and celebrates diversity within its workforce.