Job summary

Are you already an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant looking to take the next step within your career? If so, we are looking for exactly the right type of people to be part of our supportive and inclusive community within our homes. Working alongside the care assistants, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality levels of care to our residents. This includes observing, reviewing, and finalising care planning needs, assisting, and producing ideas for social activities and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues in an Akari value driven way. We look to our trusted care teams to create an environment where the atmosphere feels like our residents personal home, for them and their respective visiting family members, which suits all their individual needs. About you: A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach, Good communication and relationship building skills, Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice, Warm, approachable, and engaging persona, Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated. What is in it for you: A competitive salary Employer Pension contribution of 3%, Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes, We offer Wage stream - a money management app that you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it. Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid, 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays), Fully funded training and development, Support with personal development plans.

Main duties of the job

Are you already an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant looking to take the next step within your career? Working alongside the care assistants, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality levels of care to our residents. This includes observing, reviewing, and finalising care planning needs, assisting, and producing ideas for social activities and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues. We create an environment where the atmosphere feels like our residents personal home, for them and their visiting family members, which suits all individual needs. A competitive salary, pension contribution, recognition schemes, and access to a wage management app are some benefits we offer. We provide uniforms and cover DBS check costs, offer 28 days annual leave, and support personal development plans. Experience in care and the qualities of kindness, trust, and community focus are valued greatly in our work.

About us

Akari Care is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive community within its care homes. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality levels of care to our residents. Our mission is to create a homely atmosphere for residents and their visiting family members, ensuring all individual needs are well-catered for. We value a personal approach and relationship building, flexibility, and adaptability to change. Recognizing the essential role of our care staff, we invest in training and development opportunities, value open communication, and foster a work environment where everyone is respected and treated as they would expect to be treated. We emphasize kindness, trust, and community involvement in our approach.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you already an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant looking to take the next step within your career? If so, we are looking for exactly the right type of people to be part of our supportive and inclusive community within our homes.

Working alongside the care assistants, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality levels of care to our residents. This includes observing, reviewing, and finalising care planning needs, assisting, and producing ideas for social activities and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues in an Akari value driven way.

We look to our trusted care teams to create an environment where the atmosphere feels like our residents personal home, for them and their respective visiting family members, which suits all their individual needs.

About you:

• A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach,
• Good communication and relationship building skills,
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice,
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona,
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.

What is in it for you:

• A competitive salary
• Employer Pension contribution of 3%,
• Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes,
• We offer Wage stream - a money management app that you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid,
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays),
• Fully funded training and development,
• Support with personal development plans

Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you had not guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Caring nature, Good communication skills, Flexibility, Respect for others

Job summary

Are you an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Prescribing Pharmacist or Paramedic Practitioner looking for a rewarding out-of-hours opportunity where your expertise can have a direct impact on patient care?

We are seeking autonomous, highly skilled clinicians to provide expert clinical assessment, treatment, prescribing (where within scope), medicines optimisation, escalation planning and professional support to nursing teams caring for adult inpatients across Worcestershire Community Hospitals during out-of-hours periods.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse range of community inpatient settings, supporting patients with rehabilitation, intermediate care, sub-acute care and palliative care needs while contributing to safe, responsive and high-quality care delivery.

Main duties of the job

Full list of main duties can be found in the attached Job Description.

The successful clinician will play a key role in delivering timely clinical interventions, supporting nursing teams and ensuring patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the right place.

• Clinical Triage, Assessment and Response
• Autonomous Clinical Practice
• Prescribing, Medicines Optimisation and Treatment Review
• VTE Assessment and Admission Support
• End of Life Care and Escalation Planning
• Clinical Documentation and Digital Systems
• Governance, Safety and Quality
• Communication and Multidisciplinary Working

About us

This innovative service provides responsive out-of-hours clinical cover for adult inpatients residing in Worcestershire community hospitals and other local inpatient settings.

Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you will support timely clinical decision-making, assessment, prescribing, treatment planning, escalation decisions, end-of-life care and safe transfers of care during evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Your contribution will help ensure patients continue to receive safe, effective and person-centred care whenever they need it.

This role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of patients and clinical presentations across multiple community hospital sites, whilst maintaining a high degree of professional autonomy and clinical responsibility.

Base/Location

The role will involve clinical review, advice and face-to-face visits across Worcestershire sites as clinically required.

Hours of Work

The service operates during the following out-of-hours periods:

• Saturday shifts either 10:00-14:00 or 14:00-20:00

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£40 to £55 an hour

Contract

Locum

Duration

1 days

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B0158-26-0115

Job locations

Evesham

Worcestershire

WR11 1JT

United Kingdom

Malvern

Worcestershire

WR14 1EX

United Kingdom

Pershore

Worcestershire

WR10 1PS

United Kingdom

Bromsgrove

Worcestershire

B61 0BB

United Kingdom

Tenbury Wells

Worcestershire

WR15 8AP

United Kingdom

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 2DD

United Kingdom

Kidderminster

Worcestershire

DY11 6RJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working as an autonomous clinician, you will provide expert assessment, clinical decision-making, treatment planning and, where qualified, prescribing support for adult inpatients. You will work closely with nursing teams and wider healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive timely, safe and effective care during evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

The role offers a varied and rewarding caseload, supporting patients across rehabilitation, intermediate care, frailty, sub-acute and palliative care pathways. You will be trusted to make complex clinical decisions, identify deterioration, coordinate escalation where required and contribute to positive patient outcomes across multiple community hospital settings.

Key areas of responsibility include:

1. Clinical Triage, Assessment and Response

Providing a responsive clinical service, including telephone advice, remote clinical review and face-to-face patient assessment in line with agreed service response standards. You will assess patients presenting with acute illness, deterioration or clinical concerns, ensuring timely intervention and appropriate escalation where required.

2. Autonomous Clinical Practice

Undertaking comprehensive clinical assessments, formulating management plans and making evidence-based decisions within your scope of practice. You will work independently whilst recognising when patients require input from senior clinicians, GPs or emergency services.

3. Prescribing, Medicines Optimisation and Treatment Review

Where appropriately qualified, you will provide independent prescribing, medication review and medicines optimisation support. You will help ensure safe prescribing practices, antimicrobial stewardship and effective use of electronic prescribing systems to support high-quality patient care.

4. VTE Assessment and Admission Support

Supporting admission processes through clinical documentation, risk assessment and identification of key patient risks. This includes VTE assessment and ensuring important clinical information is communicated effectively to the wider clinical team.

5. End of Life Care and Escalation Planning

Providing compassionate clinical support for patients approaching the end of life, working alongside nursing teams, specialist palliative care services and families. You will contribute to escalation planning and ensure patients' wishes and treatment preferences are recognised and respected.

6. Clinical Documentation and Digital Systems

Maintaining accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records using Trust electronic systems, ensuring all assessments, decisions and actions are clearly documented in accordance with professional and organisational standards.

7. Governance, Safety and Quality

Working within established clinical governance frameworks to promote patient safety, quality improvement and best practice. You will contribute to risk management, incident reporting, audit activity and the continuous development of the service.

8. Communication and Multidisciplinary Working

Building effective relationships with nursing teams, GPs, community services, acute trusts, palliative care teams and emergency services. You will ensure clear communication, safe handover of care and collaborative decision-making to support seamless patient care.

Professional Requirements

Applicants must be appropriately qualified and registered with their relevant professional body and be able to demonstrate the skills, knowledge and experience required to undertake the role safely and effectively.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full details of the role, responsibilities and essential criteria.

Job description Job responsibilities Working as an autonomous clinician, you will provide expert assessment, clinical decision-making, treatment planning and, where qualified, prescribing support for adult inpatients. You will work closely with nursing teams and wider healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive timely, safe and effective care during evenings, weekends and bank holidays.The role offers a varied and rewarding caseload, supporting patients across rehabilitation, intermediate care, frailty, sub-acute and palliative care pathways. You will be trusted to make complex clinical decisions, identify deterioration, coordinate escalation where required and contribute to positive patient outcomes across multiple community hospital settings.Key areas of responsibility include:1. Clinical Triage, Assessment and ResponseProviding a responsive clinical service, including telephone advice, remote clinical review and face-to-face patient assessment in line with agreed service response standards. You will assess patients presenting with acute illness, deterioration or clinical concerns, ensuring timely intervention and appropriate escalation where required.2. Autonomous Clinical PracticeUndertaking comprehensive clinical assessments, formulating management plans and making evidence-based decisions within your scope of practice. You will work independently whilst recognising when patients require input from senior clinicians, GPs or emergency services.3. Prescribing, Medicines Optimisation and Treatment ReviewWhere appropriately qualified, you will provide independent prescribing, medication review and medicines optimisation support. You will help ensure safe prescribing practices, antimicrobial stewardship and effective use of electronic prescribing systems to support high-quality patient care.4. VTE Assessment and Admission SupportSupporting admission processes through clinical documentation, risk assessment and identification of key patient risks. This includes VTE assessment and ensuring important clinical information is communicated effectively to the wider clinical team.5. End of Life Care and Escalation PlanningProviding compassionate clinical support for patients approaching the end of life, working alongside nursing teams, specialist palliative care services and families. You will contribute to escalation planning and ensure patients' wishes and treatment preferences are recognised and respected.6. Clinical Documentation and Digital SystemsMaintaining accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records using Trust electronic systems, ensuring all assessments, decisions and actions are clearly documented in accordance with professional and organisational standards.7. Governance, Safety and QualityWorking within established clinical governance frameworks to promote patient safety, quality improvement and best practice. You will contribute to risk management, incident reporting, audit activity and the continuous development of the service.8. Communication and Multidisciplinary WorkingBuilding effective relationships with nursing teams, GPs, community services, acute trusts, palliative care teams and emergency services. You will ensure clear communication, safe handover of care and collaborative decision-making to support seamless patient care.Professional RequirementsApplicants must be appropriately qualified and registered with their relevant professional body and be able to demonstrate the skills, knowledge and experience required to undertake the role safely and effectively.Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full details of the role, responsibilities and essential criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Be registered with the appropriate professional regulator, for example NMC, HCPC or GPhC, according to professional background.
• Hold an advanced clinical practice, paramedic practitioner or prescribing pharmacist qualification appropriate to the role.
• Hold independent prescribing qualification where prescribing duties are required.
• Hold professional indemnity insurance appropriate to the role.
• Have appropriate certificates confirming eligibility to work in primary care or relevant clinical services.
• Have the right to work in England.
• Have an enhanced DBS check.
• Meet NHS Employment Check Standards.
• Communicate effectively in English with patients, carers and colleagues.
• Participate in annual appraisal and personal development planning.
• Complete onboarding, including training on RIO and Bettermeds / ePMA systems.
• Maintain annual Basic Life Support training and provide evidence when requested.

Person Specification

Essential

• Current registration with relevant professional regulator.
• Advanced assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Experience of urgent care, primary care, community services, frailty, emergency care, intermediate care or similar settings.
• Ability to assess acutely unwell adults and identify clinical deterioration.
• Ability to work autonomously within scope of practice.
• Independent prescribing qualification if undertaking prescribing responsibilities.
• Understanding of safe medicines management, antimicrobial stewardship and local prescribing governance.
• Ability to use electronic clinical records and prescribing systems.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, carers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to travel between Worcestershire sites as required.
• Commitment to equality, confidentiality, clinical governance and patient safety.

Desirable

• Masters level advanced clinical practice qualification or equivalent portfolio evidence.
• Experience working in community hospitals or inpatient rehabilitation settings.
• Experience of end-of-life care and palliative deterioration.
• Experience using RIO, Bettermeds or similar NHS clinical systems.
• Familiarity with Worcestershire community pathways and local formulary arrangements.
• Experience contributing to audit, clinical governance or quality improvement.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Be registered with the appropriate professional regulator, for example NMC, HCPC or GPhC, according to professional background. Hold an advanced clinical practice, paramedic practitioner or prescribing pharmacist qualification appropriate to the role. Hold independent prescribing qualification where prescribing duties are required. Hold professional indemnity insurance appropriate to the role. Have appropriate certificates confirming eligibility to work in primary care or relevant clinical services. Have the right to work in England. Have an enhanced DBS check. Meet NHS Employment Check Standards. Communicate effectively in English with patients, carers and colleagues. Participate in annual appraisal and personal development planning. Complete onboarding, including training on RIO and Bettermeds / ePMA systems. Maintain annual Basic Life Support training and provide evidence when requested. Person Specification Essential Current registration with relevant professional regulator. Advanced assessment and clinical decision-making skills. Experience of urgent care, primary care, community services, frailty, emergency care, intermediate care or similar settings. Ability to assess acutely unwell adults and identify clinical deterioration. Ability to work autonomously within scope of practice. Independent prescribing qualification if undertaking prescribing responsibilities. Understanding of safe medicines management, antimicrobial stewardship and local prescribing governance. Ability to use electronic clinical records and prescribing systems. Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, carers and multidisciplinary teams. Ability to travel between Worcestershire sites as required. Commitment to equality, confidentiality, clinical governance and patient safety. Desirable Masters level advanced clinical practice qualification or equivalent portfolio evidence. Experience working in community hospitals or inpatient rehabilitation settings. Experience of end-of-life care and palliative deterioration. Experience using RIO, Bettermeds or similar NHS clinical systems. Familiarity with Worcestershire community pathways and local formulary arrangements. Experience contributing to audit, clinical governance or quality improvement.

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

Vertis Health

Address

Evesham

Worcestershire

WR11 1JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Vertis Health

Address

Evesham

Worcestershire

WR11 1JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An excellent opportunity has emerged to hire a Band 7 Diabetes Dietitian in the Integrated Diabetes Service- North Mid at RFL NHS Foundation trust (based in Enfield Community), to offer expert assistance in enhancing and improving care for patients with diabetes in the community and acute services. We are looking for passionate professionals to become part of a dynamic team that offers development opportunities to enhance their experience in diabetes within a multidisciplinary workforce.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties:

o To provide autonomous diabetes care for patients with Diabetes using advanced clinical skills and knowledge of diabetes in the community and acute setting.

o To lead and autonomously manage a caseload of patients with Diabetes, who have multiple and complex needs including complex Type 1 and 2 Diabetes, ante-natal, renal and CGM/pump/HCL therapy within the inpatient and outpatient Diabetes service.

o To take responsibility for own evidence-based practice and implement and add to the body of knowledge that supports expert practice within Diabetes.

o To lead and innovate diabetes related specialist practice, both within the Trust and through local networks.

o To develop diabetes guidelines, protocols and policies for the Trust

o To develop all staff within the multidisciplinary team, providing support, advice, formal and informal education.

o To actively contribute to and participate in the delivery of Trust-wide multi disciplinary mandatory training and teaching.

o To provide specialist advice to inpatient diabetes service by receiving direct referrals from members of other multi-disciplinary teams

About us

The Integrated Diabetes Service is a nurse-led service supported by a multidisciplinary team, including a diabetes consultant, clinical nurse lead, diabetes specialist nurses, dietitian, psychologist, healthcare assistant, and a health and wellbeing coach.

The service delivers specialised care for adults with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including support for pregnancy, renal, and preconception clinics. Care is provided through a fully integrated model, with close collaboration between community and acute teams.

The service adopts a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach. Clinical activities include assessment, diagnosis, shared decision-making, and the delivery of personalised treatment and management plans, focusing on achieving the three treatment targets and completing the nine key diabetes care processes.

This includes comprehensive assessment of patient history and pathology, management of diabetes-related complications, and review of dietary and lifestyle interventions. The service also provides structured education programmes for individuals newly diagnosed with diabetes.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To improve the quality of life for people with diabetes To facilitate and support the management of people with diabetes in a primary care setting To empower the person to take control of their diabetes Support to GP with patients seen in primary care. To support the service, primary care, the acute sector and community services in providing case management for people with diabetes who are at risk of unplanned admission and facilitate timely discharge from hospital To provide advice and support to social services and residential & nursing homes. To reduce waiting times and contribute to meeting the 4-week Referral to treat pathway

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Dietitian Relevant 1st degree
• Specialist Diabetes Course
• DAFNE (Dose adjustment for normal eating or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Recent extensive experience in specialist inpatient diabetes care
• Experience in teaching multidisciplinary staff.
• Able to demonstrate contribution to clinical protocols.
• Experience of supervising other healthcare professionals

skills

Essential

• Understanding of the role, competencies of the post, being aware of own boundaries and other members of health care team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrates knowledge in strategic and national issues pertinent to dietetics and diabetes care.
• Effectively handles competing priorities, deadlines and ability to work under pressure and is able to support others.

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).

Job summary

We are looking for a confident occupational therapist to work as part of the adult mental health Occupational Therapy service within BCUHB, delivering client centred and specialist, occupationally focused assessments and interventions to adults with mental illness.

The adult mental health Occupational Therapy service endeavours to support the patient recovery journey across the service pathway from crisis, through to admission and community services, supporting self-management and functional independence. The successful candidate will become part of a proactive, BCUHB wide, mental health Occupational Therapy team who work together to develop clinical skills and effectiveness across the adult mental health pathway. We seek to expand the mental health Occupational Therapy provision across all three Areas of BCUHB by evaluating service provision, developing business cases and running pilot projects. The Occupational Therapy service is committed to lifelong learning and evidenced based practice. All staff receive support and encouragement to utilise continuing professional development (CPD) to maintain a CPD portfolio.

The current vacancy is within both Inpatient services and Community services .

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have relevant experience and knowledge of mental health Occupational Therapy for adults with mental illness, be able to effectively use tailored 1:1 and group interventions, and establish and harness community networks to facilitate the recovery journey.

The post holder will be a team player and be committed to excellence in seeking the most robust models of intervention to enhance occupational participation. They will be responsible for supervision and development of junior staff and be required to take Occupational Therapy students on Practice Education placements.

The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner following professional codes of conduct and ethics carrying a varied specialist caseload in a specialist area of practice, which will include patients with complex needs.

The post holder will contribute to and lead some areas of service development duties within their department, which can include attending meetings, and leading in audit, evidence based practice research and service evaluation.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration
• Attended short courses or equivalent CPD relevant to speciality area at Post graduate level or equivalent.
• Experience of contributing to student placements

Desirable

• Membership of specialist interest group.
• Short courses at post graduate diploma level.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post graduate experience with demonstrable NHS experience in related clinical field which equips the post holder to be competent to carry a specialist caseload in specialist area.
• Experience of contributing to service development and implementing service changes.
• Experienced supervisor. Understanding of supervision and delegation principles.

Desirable

• Broad band 5 rotational experience
• Experience in same specialist clinical area.

Values

Essential

• Ability to engage clients and their relatives and carers in identifying and agreeing treatment goals.
• Commitment to lifelong learning to develop own professional skills
• Commitment to contribute to service development task e.g. audit and evidence based practice and service evaluation to improve patient care.
• Ability to articulate role within a whole systems approach.
• Demonstrates compassionate care.
• Demonstrate sound team working values.
• Demonstrate value of supporting the development of others.

Other

Essential

• Able to meet the travel requirements of the post.
• Flexible approach to work

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of working independently/ level of supervision relevant to experience.
• Ability to articulate the role of Occupational Therapy to others including staff of different disciplines and patients and their carers.
• Ability to implement the Occupational Therapy process with clients.
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with others.
• Ability to manage own time and caseload.
• Ability to work effectively when both lone working and in a team setting.
• Ability to both inform and follow risk management strategies.
• Verbal and non-verbal skills are able to support effective communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence others.
• Able to apply knowledge and conduct specialist assessments relevant to specialist area.
• Experience of presenting to groups of staff/meetings.

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh
• Experience of delivering teaching.

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).

Job summary

Provide a comprehensive Nutrition and Dietetic service to the Integrated Diabetes Specialist Service at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust - North Middlesex.

Explore and support the continuation of patient care within available workload capacity. Contribute to the development and delivery of education programmes for Enfield residents, primary care teams, and Trust staff. Work collaboratively with the clinical lead to develop, implement, and regularly update departmental policies, guidelines, and procedures. Lead and actively participate in projects, research, and audits within the wider diabetes service.

Actively contribute to the Diabetes Team and support the day-to-day running of the service. Plan, organise, and coordinate health promotion events both within the service and in the community.

Promote effective multidisciplinary working, ensuring close collaboration between acute and community teams.

Use advanced communication skills to engage effectively with colleagues, patients, carers, and other service users.

Be responsible for the supervision of allocated junior staff, with ongoing daily support and regular supervision provided by team leads.

To work flexibly in response to service needs, to provide cover to across Northmid and community.

Main duties of the job

Aims of the Integrated Diabetes Community Service

• To improve the quality of life for people with diabetes
• To facilitate and support the management of people with diabetes in a primary care setting
• To empower the person to take control of their diabetes
• Support to GP with patients seen in primary care.
• To support the service, primary care, the acute sector and community services in providing case management for people with diabetes who are at risk of unplanned admission and facilitate timely discharge from hospital
• To provide advice and support to social services and residential & nursing homes.
• To reduce waiting times and contribute to meeting the 4-week Referral to treat pathway

About us

The Integrated Diabetes Service is a nurse-led service supported by a multidisciplinary team, including a diabetes consultant, clinical nurse lead, diabetes specialist nurses, dietitian, psychologist, healthcare assistant, and a health and wellbeing coach.

The service delivers specialised care for adults with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including support for pregnancy, renal, and preconception clinics. Care is provided through a fully integrated model, with close collaboration between community and acute teams.

The service adopts a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach. Clinical activities include assessment, diagnosis, shared decision-making, and the delivery of personalised treatment and management plans, focusing on achieving the three treatment targets and completing the nine key diabetes care processes.

This includes comprehensive assessment of patient history and pathology, management of diabetes-related complications, and review of dietary and lifestyle interventions. The service also provides structured education programmes for individuals newly diagnosed with diabetes.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

391-NMUH-8226114

Job locations

North Middlesesx University Hospital

Sterling way

Edmonton

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients under your care.

• To ensure a high standard of clinical care for patients under your management and support junior staff to do likewise.

• To be responsible for the strategic provision of specialized dietetic service to the Diabetes clinics, peer support groups and structured group programme.

• To have overall accountability for the planning and management of a complex specialist caseload of patients and to organize this effectively and efficiently regarding clinical priorities and use of time.

• To provide expert advice to the team based on interpretation of nutritional status, biochemical and physiological parameters.

• To develop and support delivery of care pathways for Diabetes.

Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients under your care. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for patients under your management and support junior staff to do likewise. To be responsible for the strategic provision of specialized dietetic service to the Diabetes clinics, peer support groups and structured group programme. To have overall accountability for the planning and management of a complex specialist caseload of patients and to organize this effectively and efficiently regarding clinical priorities and use of time. To provide expert advice to the team based on interpretation of nutritional status, biochemical and physiological parameters. To develop and support delivery of care pathways for Diabetes.

Person Specification

Education and professional qulaficaions

Essential

• oBSc in Dietetics 4year degree course or equivalent
• oState Registered Dietitian with HPC
• oBDA member

Desirable

• oBDA member of one specialist group

Experience

Essential

• oKnowledge of general medications
• oKnowledge of government strategy for diabetes service.
• oWorking as a team
• oExperience of managing demand in a busy acute setting,
• odemonstrating ability to appropriately prioritise and manage your workload efficiently.

Desirable

• oBDA member of one specialist group

skills and abilites

Essential

• Ability to provide specialised treatment packages, plan and provide appropriate monitoring and use initiative for specialist gastroenterology & endocrinology services.
• Ability to analyse complex, conflicting information, and deciding on the most appropriate treatment plan from a range of options.
• Ability to communicate Complex, conflicting, sensitive information.
• Ability to prioritise workload.

Desirable

• oBDA member of one specialist group

Person Specification Education and professional qulaficaions Essential oBSc in Dietetics 4year degree course or equivalent oState Registered Dietitian with HPC oBDA member Desirable oBDA member of one specialist group Experience Essential oKnowledge of general medications oKnowledge of government strategy for diabetes service. oWorking as a team oExperience of managing demand in a busy acute setting, odemonstrating ability to appropriately prioritise and manage your workload efficiently. Desirable oBDA member of one specialist group skills and abilites Essential Ability to provide specialised treatment packages, plan and provide appropriate monitoring and use initiative for specialist gastroenterology & endocrinology services. Ability to analyse complex, conflicting information, and deciding on the most appropriate treatment plan from a range of options. Ability to communicate Complex, conflicting, sensitive information. Ability to prioritise workload. Desirable oBDA member of one specialist group

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesesx University Hospital

Sterling way

Edmonton

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesesx University Hospital

Sterling way

Edmonton

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Join our welcoming and dynamic Pharmacy team at Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust as a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician (15 hours per week, permanent).

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and detail-focused individual to be part of a supportive and well-established team.

Our busy hospital pharmacy plays a vital role in delivering high-quality care, supporting wards and patients across Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, and Community Health services.

If you're passionate about patient care and looking to develop your skills within a friendly and rewarding environment, wed love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will demonstrate strong organisational, communication, and computer skills, with the ability to work accurately, proactively, and as part of a multidisciplinary team.A willingness to learn and develop is essential. You must be on the GPhC register and have hospital pharmacy experience.

Key duties include:

Dispensing inpatient, outpatient, clinical trial, and controlled drug prescriptions in line with standard operating procedures.

Supporting the safe and timely supply of medicines by resolving queries and coordinating patient discharges.

Assisting in the delivery of the clozapine service.

Using pharmacy IT systems for dispensing, stock control, and medicines management processes.

Participating in medicines management activities, including patient drug histories and assessing patients own medicines.

Accuracy checking within a technician-led dispensary.

Supporting patient counselling and promoting medicines adherence.

Providing support to wards using the Trusts ePrescribing system.

Assisting with the daily running of the dispensary, including workflow coordination and query resolution.

The role requires flexibility to work contracted hours Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis.

For further information, please contact Isabelle Girard Bancroft, Pharmacy Technician Team Manager on 0116 295 8372.

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.

About us

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible. About Us Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

007361

Job locations

LPT Pharmacy Services, Glenfield Hospital

Groby Road

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE3 9EJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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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

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

LPT Pharmacy Services, Glenfield Hospital

Groby Road

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE3 9EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

LPT Pharmacy Services, Glenfield Hospital

Groby Road

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE3 9EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for this post holder to join an integrated diabetes service in developing psychological support for Enfield residents living with diabetes and its complications. The post holder will work closely with the Clinical Lead for Diabetes, Medical Consultants, Diabetes Specialist Nurses and other colleagues to determine to how best to provide effective, evidence based psychological support for people with diabetes attending the service. Such input will be aimed at reducing diabetes related distress and disability and promoting wellbeing, adherence to treatment, and positive treatment outcomes in adults with complex diabetes related problems. Input will also support with signposting / referring people with diabetes to other relevant services for example. mental health teams.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the provision of a high quality, specialist clinical/counselling psychology service to the Diabetes Centre. This will include providing highly specialist psychological assessment and therapy, offering advice and consultation on psychological aspects of diabetes to other health professionals and supporting clinical team members who provide psychosocial care. Where appropriate, the post holder with exercise autonomous professional responsibility for clinical decisions, working within professional guidelines and Diabetes Centre policies and procedures.

The post holder will be expected to utilise their knowledge of evidence based psychological interventions and research skills to identify and implement audit, research and service development projects within the Diabetes Centre (if appropriate)

The post holder will also have a key role in education on psychologically informed care within the Diabetes Centre and when appropriate, will be involved in the training and continuing professional development of clinical / counselling psychologists and other health professionals.

About us

The Integrated Diabetes Service is a nurse-led service supported by a multidisciplinary team, including a diabetes consultant, clinical nurse lead, diabetes specialist nurses, dietitian, psychologist, healthcare assistant, and a health and wellbeing coach.

The service delivers specialised care for adults with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including support for pregnancy, renal, and preconception clinics. Care is provided through a fully integrated model, with close collaboration between community and acute teams.

The service adopts a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach. Clinical activities include assessment, diagnosis, shared decision-making, and the delivery of personalised treatment and management plans, focusing on achieving the three treatment targets and completing the nine key diabetes care processes.

This includes comprehensive assessment of patient history and pathology, management of diabetes-related complications, and review of dietary and lifestyle interventions. The service also provides structured education programmes for individuals newly diagnosed with diabetes.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To provide specialist psychological assessments based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources including psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.

2. To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/or management of a patients psychological difficulties, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework and employing methods based upon evidence of efficacy, across the full range of care settings.

3. To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions for individuals, carers, families and groups, within and across teams employed individually and in synthesis, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.

4. To evaluate and make decisions about management and treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning illness, historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group. With ability to critically weigh up and incorporate into treatment planning differing opinions regarding the aetiological and maintenance factors within client and family presentation.

5. To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose problems are managed by psychologically based care plans.

6. To provide highly specialist psychological advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals involved in the clients care.

7. To ensure that members of multidisciplinary teams working within the Diabetes Centre have access to a psychologically based framework for understanding clients difficulties through the provision of advice and consultations, and the dissemination of psychological research and theory

8. To undertake risk assessment and risk management as appropriate for individual clients and to provide advice to other professions on psychological aspects of risk assessment and risk management.

Person Specification

TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology
• Current Registration as a Practitioner Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the HCPC

Desirable

• Membership of the British Psychological Society Division of Clinical Psychology / Faculty of Clinical Health Psychology

Experience

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems.
• Experience of working in the NHS across a range of settings
• Experience of working in medical teams

Desirable

• Membership of the British Psychological Society Division of Clinical Psychology / Faculty of Clinical Health Psychology

Skills

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
• Knowledge of clinical health psychology models / psychological aspects of chronic illness
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups.
• Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology.
• Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS.

Desirable

• Membership of the British Psychological Society Division of Clinical Psychology / Faculty of Clinical Health Psychology

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).

Job summary

Are you a motivated, passionate, and experienced Radiographer ready to make a real impact? Ready for the next leap in your professional journey? Look no further!

We are seeking an ambitious Band 6 MRI Radiographer to join our growing team within the Community Diagnostic Centre at Wembley, making a significant impact on patient care across North West London through the delivery of a high-quality outpatient MRI service.

As our new Band 6 MRI Radiographer, you'll have the opportunity to develop and enhance your MRI clinical expertise while broadening your leadership, teaching and service development skills. Working with state-of-the-art equipment and a diverse patient population, you will play an important role in delivering outstanding imaging services as part of the NHS Community Diagnostic Centre programme.

Working alongside the MRI Modality Lead and Band 7 Radiographers, you'll be instrumental in delivering the daily MRI service, maintaining high standards of patient care and ensuring an exceptional patient experience. We won't just value your clinical skills; we'll rely on your professionalism, organisational abilities and commitment to excellence to help keep our department running smoothly.

This role is ideal for an ambitious radiographer looking to expand their MRI expertise and develop the skills, experience and leadership qualities required for future progression into Band 7 roles.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now!

Main duties of the job

This role will involve performing a broad spectrum of MRI scanning procedures, including neuro, renal, hepatobiliary and gynaecological imaging. Integral to this are patient safety screening, administration of iv contrast / iv cannulation and maintaining documentation of procedures.

Currently this is mostly clinical work, although a small amount of research-based work is undertaken in the department. Communication and liaising with other staff groups including Radiologists, Nursing staff, admin and clerical.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Radiography, DCR (D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent.
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Post graduate study

Experience

Essential

• Up -to-date knowledge of general imaging techniques.
• Experience of working unsupervised.
• Awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care
• Knowledge of developments within the profession.
• Experience of working with cross-sectional imaging.

Desirable

• Experience of training staff and students
• Previous experience, at least, band 6 level.
• MRI experience

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate written communication skills, computer and other relevant IT skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and multidisciplinary team member
• Ability to work flexibly to meet service requirements

Desirable

• Basic teaching, counselling and supervisory skills.
• IV injecting skills

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).

Job summary

Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all of our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately your application form be rejected from the process.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should a sufficient number of applications be received.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nursing Associate to work as part of our friendly and dynamic multi-disciplinary care team.

You must be an enthusiastic individual with excellent Communication, organisational skills and motivation in your approach to care delivery to ensure we maintain a high-quality service for our patients in the changing environment of community services.

Care Home practitioners (CHP) work as part of the wider health and social care team and have direct contact with patients within the Residential home setting, providing high quality and compassionate care. CHPs work at a level above that of Healthcare Support Workers and have a more in depth understanding regarding patient care. CHPs provide training and support to care homes in line with current policies and guidelines. CHPs work closely with their respective GP surgery linked to the residential homes and other Health and social services.

Main duties of the job

The post holder carries continuing responsibility for ensuring adequate training and guidance is carried out within the Residential care setting.

General clinical aspects of the role may include:

• Undertaking tasks delegated by a Registered Practitioner
• Assisting in patient assessment
• Referrals to the Registered Practitioner and other MDT's
• Physiological measurements
• Risk Management, infection control, health and safety
• Higher clinical skills such as catheterisation, wound care and phlebotomy, continence assessments within the residential homes.

Non-clinical aspects of the role include:

• Advance care planning/ Admission avoidance
• Supervision and teaching with Care Home staff
• Personal development
• Team working
• Communication
• Person-centred care and wellbeing
• Equality and Diversity
• Quality and improvement.
• Working closely with Care home staff and GP Surgeries
• Supporting Community Matrons and GPs during Residential ward rounds and Multi-disciplinary working.

The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner within the Community Nursing Team, supporting the delivery of care and supporting patients in residential homes, collaborating with system partners and as part of the Primary Care Networks and Integrated Neighbourhood Teams as part of the out-of-hospital model of care.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on this job vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Associate Practitioner Qualification
• NVQ 3 or above

Desirable

• Community Nurse experience
• Care home knowledge
• Advanced care planning experience

Skills

Essential

• Phlebotomy
• Wound care management
• Catheter care
• Diabetes management

Desirable

• Compression bandaging skills
• administration of injections
• End of life care planning
• enhanced Communication skills

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).

Job summary

The post holder will be joining the award winning Camden Learning Disabilities Service as part of an integrated community team. This post is covering 8 months of maternity leave and would be supervised by a senior SLT.

The post holder will work autonomously holding a complex caseload of both Dysphagia and Communication. They will be carrying out assessment and intervention/management plans as well as contributing to risk assessments and clinical pathway meetings.

Main duties of the job

• Dysphagia caseload; assessment, diagnosis, management plan and reviews
• Communication caseload: assessment, diagnosis and intervention planning
• Training; dysphagia training, person focused training relating to dysphagia or communication
• Clinical Pathways - to represent SLT on delegated clinical pathways such as dementia or complex health and offer advice and support to MDT colleagues
• Supervision of Band 3 SLT assistant

About us

The Whittington Hospital has a reputation as one of the safest hospitals in England. Asanintegrated care organisation, providing both hospital and community services, we offer a range of development opportunities along with attractive benefits to staff at all levels of our organisation. Our aim is to provide outstanding care. Care that is better coordinated, in the right place and designed around individual patient's needs. This means we can bring high quality services closer to home and speed up communication between community and hospital services, improving our patients' experience. We also have a highly regarded educational role, teaching more than 600 undergraduate medical students, nurses and therapists each year and providing a range of educational packages for postgraduate doctors and other healthcare professionals.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job Specification and Job Description for more details on the main responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• NQT competencies passed including dysphagia

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working with people who have a learning disabilities
• Working with people who have dysphagia and LD
• evidence of assessment and intervention for both dysphagia and communication

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding health inequalities of people with learning disabilities and SLT role within this
• Clinical assessment tools and interventions
• Clinical pathways - the value and MDT working within this

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).

Job summary

Are you looking for a new opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service? Then this is the opportunity for you to join us and be part of the C&K CAMHS Crisis Service and Homebased treatment service

We are recruiting a Band 5 Mental Health Practitioner into the Crisis Service and Homebased treatment service part of our service in Calderdale and Kirklees.

The successful applicant will have experience of working in mental health, be able to work autonomously whilst knowing the limitations of the role and will have exemplary record-keeping.

This dynamic position will be exactly what you are looking for if you would thrive in a community role where you will be part of a friendly, experienced and supportive team.

We welcome newly qualified Nurses/social workers and OTs to apply for this role which will be focused on social integration work and recovery-based therapy principles, care planning and risk assessment.

This role is outreach work in the community and so a driving licence and access to a vehicle will be essential.

In addition to all SWYFT/NHS benefits, we offer a supportive induction, supervision, development/training and flexible working within the service where the leadership team are approachable, robust and experienced.

Please note that all interviews will take place face to face.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work shifts between the hours of 9am and 8pm, the service operates 365 days a year.

You will work under the supervision of a CAMHS crisis/HBTT Clinicians and will have Clinical Supervision provided by an experienced clinician.

The primary role is supporting children, young people and their families, who are open to CAMHS and require intensive support in the community to reach their full potential.

The role also involves liaising with other professionals, handing over, assessing young people including care planning and risk assessment.

Using Goal Based Outcomes to monitor young peoples journey through CAMHS with in a discharge-focused, collaborative approach, is vital to this role.

The post holder will use therapeutic engagement skills to inspire young people to maintain their life skills, education and physical activity to aid recovery to ensure children and young people continue to be integrated in the community.

Forming and maintaining professional relationships is a key part of the role.

We welcome applicants who are: Resilient, work safely under pressure, can prioritise clinical tasks and who can engage and motivate young people to participate in activities.

Knowledge of the following legislation is required: Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of Specialist CAMHS.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of children, young people and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.

To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which childrens mental health care is delivered e.g. Children Act, Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach.

To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.

Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

Professional

Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of children and young people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.

To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within appropriate frameworks such as the care programme approach.

To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimise and maintain the holistic needs of children and young people with a range of emotional and mental health needs.

Management of enquiries and direct referrals of children and young people in accordance with the service Operational Policy and participates in the in hours Single point of Access rota.

Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.

To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of any medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification and / or role )

Education

Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.

To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.

To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.

To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.

For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people / children and young people experiencing mental health problems.
• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
• Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
• Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
• Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.

Desirable

• Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
• Experience of working holistically with children and young people with an emphasis on a holistic assessment of emotional and mental health needs alongside coexisting physical and environmental factors that impacts on wellbeing.

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Training

Essential

• Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.

Desirable

• Relevant Post basic qualification and training.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work on as part of MDT.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
• A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
• Reliable and enthusiastic.
• Motivated and resourceful.
• Professional attitude.

Special Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
• Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
• Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process
• Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
• Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of audit processes.
• Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of audit processes.
• Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
• Skills and Knowledge working holistically with children and young people.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.

Desirable

• Mentorship Qualification or equivalent.
• Expected to work towards practice educator.

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).

Job summary

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to secure a 0.6 WTE Band 6 post, 31-month fixed term contract with Camden Early Years Service.

Working across Health Visiting, Family Hubs, nurseries and other early years settings, you will play a key role in building practitioner confidence and capability through training, coaching and consultation. As part of the expansion of the innovative Camden Kids Talk programme, you will collaborate with colleagues across the Integrated Early Years Service to deliver evidence-based approaches, including WELLCOMM, early communication and bilingual language development. This is an ideal role for an experienced and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist with strong partnership-working, influencing and training skills

Main duties of the job

Please see the Job Description and the Persons Specification for further details about the job role. If you are unable to access the PDFs, the details of the job description can also be found in the 'Detailed Job Description and Main responsibilities' section.

Find out what it is like to work in our friendly, supportive teams which span hospital and community settings across vibrant and diverse North Central London first hand, visit www.whittington.nhs.uk/CYPrecruitment (you may have to copy and paste this link into your browser) to hear from some of our current staff about why they chose to join and stay at Whittington Health.

About us

Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and works hard to ensure that all our services are fair and equally accessible to everyone. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the way we look after our staff. We aim to employ a workforce which is as representative as possible of this population, so we are open to the value of differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. The Trust believes that as a public sector organisation we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences. We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1. To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions across a range of settings including the home, nursery and family hub settings

2. To upskill the Early Years workforce in identification of needs and support for the development of communication in the under fives.

3. To demonstrate specialist clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication problems in young children, providing appropriate universal and targeted support.

4. To demonstrate specialist knowledge in this clinical area underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures

1. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for around care pathways.

1. To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate and develop communication friendly environments.

1. To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of children with a wide range of SLCN.

1. To work closely with children, carers and families, to support the development of speech , language and communication skills.

1. To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible

1. To employ excellent communication skills.

1. To demonstrate skills in motivating children, carers and practitioners to engage in the interventions, targets and outcomes.

1. To employ skills in project planning and implementation

1. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the children difficulties and implications of the same.

1. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with challenging behaviours including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the commissioning provisions.

1. To monitor and review the progress of children against the targets set and agreed, and to modify targets as appropriate.

1. To reflect on clinical practice both individually and with peers identifying strengths and needs and providing evidence of sound clinical judgements, based on research and evidence based practice.

1. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in education and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate e.g. the local offer.

1. To manage and prioritise a specialist caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc

1. To contribute to multi-agency data reporting as required.

1. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, recognising and resolving potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs

1. To ensure that children are referred on to other services as appropriate.

1. To contribute to Whittington Healths systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others

1. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct

Liaison and Teamwork:

1. To contribute to the function of clinical teams both multi disciplinary and uni disciplinary by discussing own and others input around childrens needs ensuring a well co-ordinated care plan.

1. To liaise and share information with health, educational and other professionals as appropriate, observing data protection guidelines

1. To contribute to meetings, Team around the Child , case conferences and multi-agency team meetings, as appropriate, contributing to inter-agency / multi-agency team building and policy development where appropriate, e.g. education, social services and the voluntary sector.

1. To provide clinical placements for under graduate, post graduate and MSc students as required.

1. To undertake any other duties as required by the Borough Lead, which may include a change in workplace.

Administration

1. To carry out administrative duties including activity data collection, updating this accurately and regularly, ensuring the provision of such information promptly within local Trust guidelines

2. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients

Personal and Professional Development

1. To participate in annual appraisal ensuring that the objectives set reflect the Service and organisational plans.

1. To attend specialist short courses and advanced training in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge required of a specialist SLT working in this field and maintain up to date HPC and RCSLT registration

1. To contribute to team meetings and participate in in-service training as required

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, training

Essential

• BSc. in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration to Practice
• Registered Member of RCSLT

Desirable

• Successful completion of specialist post graduate study relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders e.g. DLD, SLCN, SEMH, ELKLAN etc.

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Of a specialist range of direct and indirect interventions relevant to communication demonstrating the evidence base for these approaches (where appropriate)

Desirable

• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation/ training style for a range of audiences

Experience

Essential

• Of a specialist range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate communication, speech & language skills relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders

Desirable

• Experience of delivering training to a range of audiences e.g., teachers, teaching assistants and specialist education and health professionals
• Experience of working at a specialist level with pre-school children

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).

Job summary

Camden Language and Communication Service (CLCS) are excited to be able to advertise for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our unique jointly commissioned team of speech and language therapists and specialist language and communication teachers. This post is a full-time position, but we are interested in applications from people interested in a part-time role. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who are interested in working at an additional resource base within a mainstream school.

All maintained Camden Primary schools have access to this team who provide support at universal, targeted and specialist levels. Speech and language therapists are sited with their educational colleagues to enable continuity and coordinated support. CLCS is dedicated to developing a sustainable and effective service model that puts effectiveness and impact as the focus for client contact. We support children with Education and Health Care Plans (EHCPs), Exceptional Needs Grants (ENGs) and also those without additional funding.

Feedback from staff has included: "supportive and open culture from management and the service", "friendly colleagues", "well-being is prioritised and supported", "emphasis on reflective practice and innovative ideas", "inclusive culture", "staff collaborating and working together within SLT and the wider multi-professional teams

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be based within Camden Speech and Language Therapy Service with a focus on supporting mainstream school environments at primary level. The majority of the work is based within Camden Language and Communication Service which is a specialist multi-agency service for pupils with a range of spoken language and communication difficulties attending over 40 mainstream primary schools, and a primary Language Resource Base, in Camden. The post holder will work in a multi-agency team comprising of Speech and Language Therapists and Specialist Language and Communication Advisory Teachers. The service provided consists of assessment, diagnosis and intervention for individual children as well as providing a whole school support service to schools themselves.

Many of the children that attend Camden schools arrive with low levels of language and literacy for a host of reasons including EAL, social, emotional and mental health factors, as well as a significant clinical population of children with developmental language disorders, ADHD, Autistic Spectrum Disorders and learning difficulties. We support children with and without Education and Health Care Plans and with a range of SLCN and additional needs.

About us

Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and works hard to ensure that all our services are fair and equally accessible to everyone. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the way we look after our staff. We aim to employ a workforce which is as representative as possible of this population, so we are open to the value of differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. The Trust believes that as a public sector organisation we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences. We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1. To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions and staff development at a whole school level including joint target setting and outcome monitoring.

2. To demonstrate specialist clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication problems in young children and school aged children up to 11 years, providing appropriate specialist assessment and intervention and evaluating outcomes.

3. To demonstrate specialist knowledge in this clinical area underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures

1. To make appropriate differential diagnoses and specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases

1. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice

1. To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate and develop communication friendly schemes of work.

1. To work with the Camden Early Years Service and Camden Service for Young People to support effective transition of children into and out of this service provision.

1. To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of children with a wide range of SLCN, and ASD.

1. To work closely with children, carers and families, in order to agree plan of management.

1. To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible

1. To employ excellent communication skills.

1. To demonstrate skills in motivating children and /or carers to engage in the interventions, targets and outcomes.

1. To employ counselling skills with parents/carers of children on the caseload.

1. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the children difficulties and implications of the same.

1. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with challenging behaviours including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the commissioning provisions.

1. To monitor and review the progress of children against the targets set and agreed, and to modify targets as appropriate.

1. To reflect on clinical practice both individually and with peers identifying strengths and needs and providing evidence of sound clinical judgements, based on research and evidence based practice.

1. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in education and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate e.g. the local offer.

1. To manage and prioritise a specialist caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc

1. To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including Educational, Health and Social Care Plans.

1. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, recognising and resolving potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs

1. To ensure that children are referred on to other services as appropriate.

1. To contribute to Whittington Healths systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others

1. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct

Liaison and Teamwork:

1. To contribute to the function of clinical teams both multi disciplinary and uni disciplinary by discussing own and others input around childrens needs ensuring a well co-ordinated care plan.

2. To liaise and share information with health, educational and other professionals as appropriate, observing data protection guidelines

3. To contribute to meetings, annual reviews, case conferences and multi-agency team meetings, as appropriate, contributing to inter-agency / multi-agency team building and policy development where appropriate, e.g. education, social services and the voluntary sector.

4. To provide clinical placements for under graduate, post graduate and MSc Speech and Language Therapy students as required.

5. To undertake any other duties as required by the Head of Speech and Language Therapy, which may include a change in workplace.

ADMINISTRATION

1. To carry out administrative duties including activity data collection, updating this accurately and regularly, ensuring the provision of such information promptly within local Trust guidelines

2. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1. To participate in annual appraisal ensuring that the objectives set reflect the Service, School and organisational plans.

1. To attend specialist short courses and advanced training in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge required of a specialist SLT working in this field and maintain up to date HPC and RCSLT registration

3. To contribute to team meetings and participate in in-service training as required.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate Diploma, BSc or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC licence to practise, and Registered member of RCSLT

Previous Experience

Essential

• Relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders, post registration
• Of working at a specialist level with clients with a range of speech, language and communication needs of different ages

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Clinical skills and post graduate experience in the assessment and differential diagnosis of children in mainstream schools who present with a range of speech, language and communication difficulties
• Communicate complex, sensitive information
• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation / training style for a range of audiences

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Flexibility
• Ability to reflect on practice

Knowledge

Essential

• Of a specialist range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate communication, speech & language skills relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders
• Of the key characteristics leading to a specialist differential diagnosis between DLD/SCD/Autism etc

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).

Job summary

The All Age Continuing Care Administrator provides key administrative support to the All Age Continuing Care team, working under the direction of the Administrative Manager. The role helps coordinate processes for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Children and Young People's Continuing Care (CYPCC), ensuring timely and wellorganised support for the service.Responsibilities include managing referrals and case records, preparingdocumentation, supporting meetings and maintaining clear communication with families/advocates, system partners and care providers. The postholder ensures accurate data management and compliance with information governance requirements, contributing to efficient service delivery and a positive experience forstakeholders.

Main duties of the job

The Assistant (Band 4) provides essential administrative and operational support to the delivery of programmes and services within the Integrated Care Board (ICB). Working under the management of a Senior Assistant, Officer, or Manager, the postholder ensures that day-to-day activities are carried out accurately, efficiently, and to a high standard and in line with organisational policies and procedures.This role supports the smooth running of services by undertaking a range of administrative, coordination, and data-related tasks, contributing to effective team performance and service delivery. Some tasks may be non-routine.

About us

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities to achieve equity of access, experience and outcomes and to recognising and valuing people's differences. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity; we see this as a strength and part of our founding mission, values and behaviours. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers patient outcomes.

We are committed to creating the best place to work, where your contribution is valued, your wellbeing is supported and all our colleagues can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected characteristic. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone, including making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition and support with the recruitment process for people with lived experience.

We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles.

We operate a Carer friendly working environment that is supportive and inclusive. We actively encourage Carers to self-identify themselves.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and commit to shortlisting suitable applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please inform us of any adjustments you may require.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed job description and job specification relating to the AACC Admin Assistant post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent experience) in Business Administration or similar
• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in administration, health, social care, or a related field.

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience providing administrative and coordination support for services, projects, or teams.
• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues and partners to support shared objectives.
• Ability to manage routine and non -routine tasks and meet agreed deadlines.

Skills

Essential

• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work confidently with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills to plan and prioritise day-to-day tasks effectively.
• Competent in using standard digital tools (e.g., MS Office) for administration and coordination.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality & Safety Coordinator to join the Imaging department on a fixed term contract. The postholder will be pivotal in co-ordinating and supporting delivery of the directorate's Quality & Safety portfolio.

The role will include responsibility for co-ordinating and maintaining core documentation, information and reporting, the scheduling and maintenance of meetings, monitoring progress against key targets and be the first point of contact for enquiries related to Quality & Safety at directorate level.

The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, managing and maintaining spreadsheets and management of their processes through the system.

The postholder will have broad knowledge and experience and use their reasoning, intellect and judgement to manage their workload, make decisions and proactively deal with issues independently.

The post is based at Hammersmith hospital but may require cross site working to meet the needs of the service.

Main duties of the job

• Providing support, as required, to team members in the preparation of documentation, including investigation reports, action plans, progress tracking and minute taking
• Inputting data, producing reports as requested and monitoring progress against key targets.
• Organising and coordinating meetings and events for the Directorate Quality & Safety Team, providing support to shared governance meetings as part of the strategy for the Directorate, Divisional & CQC agenda
• Electronic diary management for the Quality & Safety Team
• Working as part of the team to build and sustain effective partnerships and relationships with a range of internal and external groups and organisations, especially the Medical Directors' Office
• Organising and coordinating meetings and communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Working collaboratively with the team to build and sustain effective partnerships and relationships with a range of internal and external groups and organisations

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Educated to degree level or diploma level
• Experience of reporting to a senior level in a specialist area, for example healthcare

Desirable

• Knowledge of different programme and project management methodologies and training programmes.
• Knowledge of reporting methodologies
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies

Experience

Essential

• Experience of co-ordinating staff and management
• Experience of co-ordinating, reviewing and disseminating large volumes of information
• Maintaining activity to deadlines so progress remains on track
• Experience of collating reports for committees and meetings

Desirable

• Experience of writing reports for committees and meetings

Skills

Essential

• Ability to use incident reporting and risk register systems
• Able to manage own workload, working to tight and often changing timescales.
• Ability to implement policies and propose changes to own practices & procedures
• Ability to plan and organise a broad range of complex activities and adjust plans where necessary

Desirable

• Able to propose improvements to procedures outside of own working area

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).

Job summary

Building on the NHS contribution to the 100,000 Genomes Project, the introduction of a national genomic medicine service has created 7 Genomic Laboratory Hubs (GLHs). The North West GLH will be hosted by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Genetic Technologist to join the North West GLH. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a laboratory environment and be part of a team delivering specialist diagnostic genomic services.

The post will operate from the Genomic Diagnostics Laboratory (GDL), Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. The GDL is one of the largest and most comprehensive clinical genomics labs in the UK, consisting of biochemical, cytogenetic and molecular genetics laboratories which together provide diagnostic services to a population of over 5 million people.

The labs employ over 100 staff including clinical scientists, genetic technologists, bioinformaticians and administrative staff. The Genomic Diagnostics Laboratory is a well-established, UKAS-accredited service.

The Genomic Diagnostics Laboratory aims to continue to deliver a patient-focussed service with an international reputation and be a premier supplier of laboratory testing in the NHS. We are implementing ambitious plans for modernising and improving service delivery.

Main duties of the job

As an Assistant Genetic Technologist, you will work in the laboratory on one of our Technical Teams (Pre-analytical, Cell Culture and Karyotyping, Molecular Cytogenetics, Fragment or Sequencing/NGS) under the supervision of a Senior Genetic Technologist performing a range of protocol driven tasks.

You should ideally possess A levels in relevant subject areas or be able to demonstrate equivalent literacy and numeracy skills. Experience in a Genetics laboratory environment is desirable; alternatively a diagnostic laboratory. Computer literacy is also required. You should have good communication skills, be able to work well in a team, remain calm under pressure, and be able to take the initiative and prioritise workload.

This is a highly skilled job for which specific training will be given. You will be fully trained to carry out your duties and you will be appraised on a yearly basis with a view to developing knowledge and skills where appropriate.

The work requires constant attention to detail and good organisational / multi-tasking skills. You will work under supervision. Some essential tasks are repetitive and require specific unbroken time periods. You need good concentration and manual dexterity. You must be willing to be part of a flexible working rota. A flexible attitude is essential as is the ability to work to tight deadlines to meet professional reporting time guidelines.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted

14 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-SHCG-8283536-RL4

Job locations

Genomics Laboratory - St.Mary's Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

DBS Update Service

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Job description Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE level qualifications in English, Maths & Science or equivalent experience

Desirable

• A level qualifications in relevant subject(s)

Skills

Essential

• Able to work accurately and follow detailed instructions
• Able and willing to adapt to changes in working practices
• Able to work as a member of a team
• Able to motivate self
• Able to recognise and manage priorities
• Able to use the computer to enter and retrieve patient information
• Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to GCSE level
• Able to communicate effectively verbally

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate basic knowledge and awareness of NHS diagnostic laboratory work

Experience

Desirable

• Previous laboratory experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE level qualifications in English, Maths & Science or equivalent experience Desirable A level qualifications in relevant subject(s) Skills Essential Able to work accurately and follow detailed instructions Able and willing to adapt to changes in working practices Able to work as a member of a team Able to motivate self Able to recognise and manage priorities Able to use the computer to enter and retrieve patient information Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to GCSE level Able to communicate effectively verbally Knowledge Essential Able to demonstrate basic knowledge and awareness of NHS diagnostic laboratory work Experience Desirable Previous laboratory experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Genomics Laboratory - St.Mary's Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Genomics Laboratory - St.Mary's Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder will work alongside the Deputy Chief Pharmacist for Emergency Planning and Business Development to help provide professional and strategic leadership and advice to the Chief Pharmacist, and the Trust, on contingency planning necessary within Pharmacy to handle a range of emergency situations. They will be responsible for helping develop action plans, as well as preparing and conducting exercises to train staff as needed. The post holder will also support and deputise for the Deputy Chief Pharmacist for Emergency Planning and Business Development and in the completion of transformation work ensuring that departmental functions continue to meet business needs.

Main duties of the job

Develop and implement plans within Pharmacy, aligned with Trust Policy, to handle a range of emergency situations including major incidents, pandemics & extremes of weather.

Collect and analyze numerous data sets to support service delivery development.

Accountability for preparing and conducting exercises in the department to ensure staff can carry on functioning in the event of an emergency and are familiar with Trust & Departmental procedures.

Responding to incidents, helping assess the situation and level of response required liaising directly with the Chief Pharmacist, other Deputy Chief Pharmacists as required and / or Trust Site Team

To be a representative for Trust Emergency Planning Group and a member of the NHSE Emergency Planning Pharmacy Group

To develop and coordinate the implementation of Pharmacy Business Continuity Plans alongside the Deputy Chief Pharmacist for Emergency Planning and Business Development

Helping ensure quality standards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are agreed and in place for any new service/ business developments in the department.

Accountability for monitoring departmental functions and developing processes to meet business needs.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. Transforming Healthcare is the vision at the heart of the King's Strategy - 2026 to 2031. Together, we are pursuing six strategic ambitions: delivering high-quality patient care; being a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. Achieving these ambitions will require all of us to work as one Team King's, united by a shared commitment to our values of being caring, collaborative, inclusive and innovative. By living these values every day, we will transform healthcare for our patients, our communities and each other

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and personal specification for additional details regarding the role.

Please also contact Deputy Chief Pharmacist Emergency Planning & Business Development ( see contact information) for further insight into position.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm)
• Registered Pharmacist (1 year competency assessed and examined professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council)
• Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice
• Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Registered Independent Prescriber or willingness to complete
• Member of the RCPharm faculty

Knoweledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to identify and deliver best practice
• Able to demonstrate innovation
• Demonstrates an advanced level of reasoning & judgment
• Maintains a broad level of pharmacy practice
• Demonstrates awareness of and commitment to the clinical governance agenda

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Specialist competencies in areas relevant to practice
• Be able to provide highly complex information on pharmacy and financial issues and impart knowledge to all levels of healthcare professionals (up to and including senior consultants/professor/executive director level)
• Be able to provide highly complex information on medicines use and financial issues to multidisciplinary groups involving staff outside of Pharmacy (e.g. DTC, Non-Medical Prescribing Group, Divisional Management Teams, Clinical Effectiveness)
• Be able to provide highly complex information on pharmacy business planning and emergency planning to national organisations and at national/international conferences
• Be able to use presentational aids

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).

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced pharmacist to join our team. We are looking for a resourceful, enthusiastic and motivated professional to lead on exceptional service delivery with a desire to thrive and learn in a clinically focused team.

Someone with a focus on professional and service development and a desire to motivate pharmacists, technicians and members of the wider multidisciplinary team. Applicants should have excellent communication and organisational skills, an ability to prioritise, plan and direct workload and have experience of supporting and developing colleagues.

Our Pharmacy is a friendly, progressive department where clinical services are led by our Consultant Pharmacists and provided in a supportive team environment.

Our team is a respected integral part of the wider multidisciplinary team where pharmacists are aided by a team of medicines optimisation technicians and assistants. We pride ourselves on our high standards of pharmaceutical input and investment in innovative technologies and professional development to ensure the best possible patient care.

Applicants should have a post-graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy (or equivalent experience), and significant experience of hospital clinical pharmacy.

Main duties of the job

• Provision of expert clinical pharmacy services in accordance with Trust requirements to in-patients, including: personal delivery of expert clinical pharmacy, provision of expert advice at a policy and individual patient care level, provision of leadership, clinical supervision and mentorship to other pharmacists, technicians and assistants, provision of pharmaceutical advice to divisional teams
• To lead, organise, manage and develop services provided by the team
• To work closely with the Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Chief Technician to ensure optimal team performance, staff distribution and service delivery.
• Work with the other Lead and Consultant Pharmacists to ensure there is expert pharmacy support for all specialities.
• Provision of specialist training
• Leads and develops audit for the areas of responsibility, participates in clinical trials and practice research.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.

At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

272-8195879

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Certificate of sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• MPharm 4 year pharmacy degree (or previously accredited BPharm or BSc [Pharm])
• Successfully completed pre-registration year and registration examination leading to Membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), (or other accredited route to membership for non-UK trained pharmacist).
• Post-graduate Diploma (M level) in Clinical Pharmacy
• Evidence of CPD covering a range of relevant post qualification education and experience.

Desirable

• Post-grad Master's degree in clinical pharmacy
• Non-medical prescribing

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Proven post-graduate experience in hospital pharmacy, including: Clinical Pharmacy, Dispensing, Extemporaneous dispensing, Aseptic preparation/manufacture, Ward services, Computerised stock control, Purchasing or logistics
• Clinical Pharmacy experience to include practicing at specialist level (level 2 equivalent), including: Assessing patient needs, Devising and delivering care plans, Supervision of junior staff
• A good working knowledge of pharmaceutical and medicines optimisation issues that apply to patients, in the context of their health and social care
• Demonstrates the characteristics of an effective role model and has experience of mentoring others.

Desirable

• Experience of training and formal teaching (e.g. delivery of tutorials as part of a clinical diploma programme).
• Experience of managing/leading a team of pharmacists and technicians in a clinical context.
• Provision of professional advice at Directorate/Divisional Management Team level (or equivalent).
• Demonstrates a good understanding of legal, professional and ethical considerations and is able to take action based on their own interpretation of broad professional policies and guidance
• Experience of performance management for the team
• Experience of the setting and monitoring of standards of practice at team level

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in a range of circumstances (including with patient, carers, staff, other professionals, external customers etc.)
• Ability to negotiate and influence (patients, staff, external customers and suppliers etc.)
• Ability to motivate individuals in the team
• Ability to present complex information, data and/or ideas etc. using a variety of methods (written, verbal, presentation etc.) appropriate to the circumstances.
• Ability to work as an acknowledged member of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to use a variety of problem solving techniques, appropriate to different circumstances.
• Ability to analyse information and use judgement to overcome information gaps in problem solving.
• Demonstrates understanding of the needs of stakeholders and both local and national health care policy
• Experience of improving quality within limitations of service.
• Clear understanding of priorities and ability to formulate practical short-term plans in line with department strategy

Desirable

• Ability to interpret professional, national and local policy and guidance to local circumstances.
• Evidence of working across boundaries (professional and/or organisational) to plan, and share information and resources. Evidence of team organisation and workload planning

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential MPharm 4 year pharmacy degree (or previously accredited BPharm or BSc [Pharm]) Successfully completed pre-registration year and registration examination leading to Membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), (or other accredited route to membership for non-UK trained pharmacist). Post-graduate Diploma (M level) in Clinical Pharmacy Evidence of CPD covering a range of relevant post qualification education and experience. Desirable Post-grad Master's degree in clinical pharmacy Non-medical prescribing Knowledge & Experience Essential Proven post-graduate experience in hospital pharmacy, including: Clinical Pharmacy, Dispensing, Extemporaneous dispensing, Aseptic preparation/manufacture, Ward services, Computerised stock control, Purchasing or logistics Clinical Pharmacy experience to include practicing at specialist level (level 2 equivalent), including: Assessing patient needs, Devising and delivering care plans, Supervision of junior staff A good working knowledge of pharmaceutical and medicines optimisation issues that apply to patients, in the context of their health and social care Demonstrates the characteristics of an effective role model and has experience of mentoring others. Desirable Experience of training and formal teaching (e.g. delivery of tutorials as part of a clinical diploma programme). Experience of managing/leading a team of pharmacists and technicians in a clinical context. Provision of professional advice at Directorate/Divisional Management Team level (or equivalent). Demonstrates a good understanding of legal, professional and ethical considerations and is able to take action based on their own interpretation of broad professional policies and guidance Experience of performance management for the team Experience of the setting and monitoring of standards of practice at team level Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Ability to communicate effectively in a range of circumstances (including with patient, carers, staff, other professionals, external customers etc.) Ability to negotiate and influence (patients, staff, external customers and suppliers etc.) Ability to motivate individuals in the team Ability to present complex information, data and/or ideas etc. using a variety of methods (written, verbal, presentation etc.) appropriate to the circumstances. Ability to work as an acknowledged member of a multidisciplinary team Ability to use a variety of problem solving techniques, appropriate to different circumstances. Ability to analyse information and use judgement to overcome information gaps in problem solving. Demonstrates understanding of the needs of stakeholders and both local and national health care policy Experience of improving quality within limitations of service. Clear understanding of priorities and ability to formulate practical short-term plans in line with department strategy Desirable Ability to interpret professional, national and local policy and guidance to local circumstances. Evidence of working across boundaries (professional and/or organisational) to plan, and share information and resources. Evidence of team organisation and workload planning

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic individuals looking for a new challenge in health care, or someone looking at expanding on existing skills. You will assist with providing a range of cardiac and respiratory investigations on patients in our busy department at Bassetlaw Hospital.

A minimum of three GCSE's or equivalent at grade 4 or above (grade C or above) are essential, including English Language, Maths and a Science subject. As the post involves a high level of patient contact you should have experience of working in a patient centred role within a hospital/healthcare environment along with a relevant healthcare focused level 2 qualification. It is vital you are computer literate as the post involves data input and retrieval. You should also have effective communication skills with the ability to multi-task and work as part of a team. You will be enthusiastic, professional, compassionate and competent with a willingness to contribute ideas to provide the very best patient-centred care.

You will be expected to study for an SCST Certificate in Electrocardiography and an ARTP Certificate in Spirometry.

Main duties of the job

The post will involve working in an established team of Cardio-Respiratory Assistants providing high quality diagnostic tests across the cardiac and respiratory pathways. These tests include, electrocardiography, spirometry, fitting and removal of ambulatory ECG/respiratory devices, as well as general administrative work.

You will be enthusiastic, professional, compassionate and competent with a willingness to contribute ideas to provide the very best patient-centred care.

Although based primarily at Bassetlaw Hospital there will be an expectation to cover across sites. Working hours will be subject to review as the service develops, therefore a flexible approach is essential.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

272-8161995

Job locations

Bassetlaw Hospital

Blyth Road

Worksop

S81 0BD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Certificate of sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a patient centred role within a hospital/healthcare environment

Desirable

• Previous experience and competence in performing ECGs and/or spirometry
• Previous experience of working in a Cardio-Respiratory Department

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• 3 GCSE passes (grade 4/C or above) or equivalent to include Maths, English Language and a Science
• Level 2 Qualification in a Healthcare focused subject or equivalent relevant experience
• Computer literate

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Shows clear passion for working in the Cardio-respiratory Department at DBTH

Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a patient centred role within a hospital/healthcare environment Desirable Previous experience and competence in performing ECGs and/or spirometry Previous experience of working in a Cardio-Respiratory Department Qualifications & Training Essential 3 GCSE passes (grade 4/C or above) or equivalent to include Maths, English Language and a Science Level 2 Qualification in a Healthcare focused subject or equivalent relevant experience Computer literate Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Shows clear passion for working in the Cardio-respiratory Department at DBTH

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Bassetlaw Hospital

Blyth Road

Worksop

S81 0BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Bassetlaw Hospital

Blyth Road

Worksop

S81 0BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

A unique vacancy has arisen for an experienced Bank Healthcare Assistant to join the Urgent Treatment Centre.

You will be required to undertake various patient clinical procedures in order to assist registered practitioners to deliver agreed pathways as part of the ongoing Urgent Care Agenda.

The role of the Bank HCA is pivotal to delivering excellence in Urgent Care and the successful candidate is expected to be supported in delivering hands on care to our patients under the supervision of registered practitioners.

Main duties of the job

To maintain standards, ensuring quality of patient care through the development of a range of knowledge & competencies to support Clinicians.

To support and ensure the effective seamless flow of patients through the Urgent Treatment Centre.

Responsibility for a specific area of work that is facilitated by the registered nurse.

To assist Clinicians with the provision of a high standard of individualised patient care and treatments where appropriate and work as an effective multi-disciplinary team member of the UTC Team.

To carry out individual patient care without direct supervision, under the direction of the clinician-in-charge.

Understands and observes appropriate standards of confidentiality.

At all times to behave and act in a way appropriate to and in accordance with "The DCHS Way".

About us

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

842-BANK-7726-26

Job locations

As and where required

Derbyshire-wide

S40 3HW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Workerroute we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk websiteSkilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)

Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Workerroute we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk websiteSkilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Guidance Score GCSE English / Maths or equivalent
• NVQ level 3 in care / promoting independence or equivalent

Desirable

• Previous experience within Urgent or Emergency care

Experience

Essential

• IT literate with experience of healthcare IT systems (e.g. SystmOne)

Desirable

• Previous experience in an urgent care setting at Band 3 level
• Previous experience in wound care, venepuncture and observations

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Guidance Score GCSE English / Maths or equivalent NVQ level 3 in care / promoting independence or equivalent Desirable Previous experience within Urgent or Emergency care Experience Essential IT literate with experience of healthcare IT systems (e.g. SystmOne) Desirable Previous experience in an urgent care setting at Band 3 level Previous experience in wound care, venepuncture and observations

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

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

As and where required

Derbyshire-wide

S40 3HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

As and where required

Derbyshire-wide

S40 3HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

At Priory, we believe the voices and experiences of the people we support should be at the heart of everything we do, helping us shape and continuously improve care across our divisions, regions and our local services. As Lived Experience Partner Lead, youll help shape and deliver our Lived Experience Partnership strategy across Priory Healthcare, working with colleagues and senior leaders to ensure patient voice and coproduction meaningfully influence our services and the way we work.

Main duties of the job

Youll play a key role in shaping how lived experience influences our services, working collaboratively across Priory to turn insight into meaningful action.

• Lead our Lived Experience approach, helping to develop and lead the Priory Healthcare strategy and framework and embedding lived experience across our services.
• Champion patient voice and a culture of coproduction, working with senior leaders, managers and teams to turn lived experience feedback into meaningful service improvements.
• Lead and support our team of Divisional Lived Experience Partners, from recruitment and coordination through supervision, development and training, ensuring they can make a meaningful contribution.
• Share insight and influence change, preparing reports, presentations and updates and representing Lived Experience Partnership work at divisional committees and forums.
• Shape the future of lived experience at Priory, supporting policy development and helping build a culture where lived experience is valued, celebrated and genuinely influences how we work.

About us

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Job description

Job responsibilities

At Priory, we believe the voices and experiences of the people we support should be at the heart of everything we do, helping us shape and continuously improve care across our divisions, regions and our local services. As Lived Experience Partner Lead, youll help shape and deliver our Lived Experience Partnership strategy across Priory Healthcare, working with colleagues and senior leaders to ensure patient voice and coproduction meaningfully influence our services and the way we work.

This is an evolving senior role, offering the opportunity to shape the strategic vision for lived experience across Priory. Youll provide leadership, governance and strategic influence across a range of projects, workstreams and engagement activity, ensuring the voices and experiences of the people we support are meaningfully embedded in how we deliver and improve care.

The role is offered on a full-time remote basis, with occasional travel required.

Person Specification

You will demonstrate

Essential

• Personal lived experience of mental health services, alongside previous experience in a Lived Experience role at a senior regional or divisional level, with responsibility for multiple projects or workstreams.
• Strong knowledge of mental health services and the challenges facing the sector, with the ability to use lived experience, insight and information from different sources to develop a collective perspective.
• Confident and credible leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clinicians, senior colleagues, service users, carers, families and wider teams, influencing positive change and supporting strategic decision-making.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the confidence to co-deliver training, present to colleagues and clinicians, and chair or co-chair meetings and committees.
• Highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain a high standard of work.
• A commitment to inclusive and culturally aware partnership working, with the confidence and ability to help embed lived experience meaningfully across Healthcare.

Job summary

Acacia Ward is pleased to announce a HCA position in our team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and professional individual to join our newly refurbished unit. Acacia Ward has 12 beds where we deliver holistic care of patients and we work closely alongside our MDT whilst caring for patients with acute medical needs and infectious diseases. The goal of the unit is achieve gold standard in infection control whilst ensuring the best quality of care for patients and those important to them.

We are a warm, friendly team of professionals who work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team to provide high quality, holistic, person-centered care, that is evidence-based. We are proud of our workforce and value the diversity and creative strength of our members, and the organisation as a whole.

As part of the recruitment process for this post, candidates will be required to complete an online literacy and numeracy test and only if they pass this, will they be invited to a formal interview.

Main duties of the job

The Senior Healthcare Support Worker will be an integral part of the ward/department team actively taking part in meeting the needs of patients and of the service in accordance with agreed standards under direct supervision of the registered nurses, nurse associates and midwives. The post holder will develop essential competencies though training and practice to ensure safety and quality are the priority.

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 description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of Care Certificate or equivalent.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (English and Math's GCSEs or equivalent)
• Evidence of ongoing personal development.

Desirable

• Level 2 support worker Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a clinical healthcare setting.
• Experience of dealing with the public

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of providing high quality care.
• To be aware of incident reporting systems and escalation processes.
• Self-motivated to work under minimal direct supervision.
• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Basic keyboard/ computer skills (e.g. ability to enter patient data onto computer records).
• Contributes to updating patient records,
• To always protect and maintain patient confidentiality and follow information governance policies and procedures.

Desirable

• Prepared to undertake further training to develop the necessary competencies and skills
• Depending on specific service arrangements, to supervise and train more junior staff.

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of health and safety at work. e.g: manual handling skills, infection control measures.
• Ability to collect and exchange factual information and data to the multidisciplinary team and ensure data accuracy.

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).

Job summary

Providing domestic and catering services at The Valentine Centre The Facilities Assistant is a multi-skilled role which will provide an effective, patient-focused Facilities Service (FM) in the delivery of cleaning, portering and catering

Main duties of the job

We have 3 x 15 hour vacancies based at the Valentine Centre within our Estates and Facilities Directorate. Shifts are between 4pm and 7pm Monday to Friday. Duties will include the preparation and regeneration of patient meals at ward level on a daily basis but will also involve providing an effective, patient-focused cleaning and domestic service, including patient laundry service to meet NHS cleanliness standards as a minimum within designated patient / non-patient areas within the Trust.

About us

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible. About Us Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for a stable and rewarding role and would you love to do a job that gives you an overwhelming feeling of satisfaction whilst working for a supportive NHS Trust? As an organisation, Leicester Partnership Trust recognises the important of work life balance, achieved through flexibility.

We have 3 x 15 hour vacancies based at the Valentine Centre within our Estates and Facilities Directorate. Shifts are between 4pm and 7pm Monday to Friday.

As a Facilities Assistant you will provide a comprehensive cleaning service for in-patient and community sites as assigned

Responsible for general cleaning duties and will be carried out in all areas including clinical, sanitary and administration areas, in accordance with the cleaning schedule. The post holder will ensure that Infection Control, COSHH and Health and Safety procedures are always followed.

Applicants are asked to bring their photo ID and right to work including proof of address to their interviews.

Contact: Carmina Matei, [email protected], 0116 2252704 or 2252611.

Main duties will include

• To ensure the correct use of cleaning materials.
• Ensure the correct use, cleaning and storage of cleaning equipment.
• Ensure the correct storage of all cleaning and disposable items when issued
• Dispose of all categories of waste safely and in accordance with Trust guidelines and ensure that equipment is stored correctly
• Replenish all disposables, soaps, etc. as required.
• Collect refuse and store at designed collection points.
• Ensure the correct use of mechanical cleaning equipment including floor polisher.
• Ensure own cleaning stock is maintained.
• Complete cleaning schedules on a daily basis

Benefits

• Competitive salary including payments for unsocial hours, Saturday and Sunday enhanced pay
• Free car parking
• Paid induction & training
• Pension scheme
• 27 days paid holiday plus BH
• Access to Blue Light and health service discounts

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.

About Us

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.

Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents.

We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.

For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).

All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.

For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.

Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• General education to GCSE level or equivalent including English, Maths
• Able to understand verbal and written instruction
• Basic Food Hygiene Level 2

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 equivalent experience or willingness to work towards NVQ accreditation in customer services.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a restaurant environment.
• Planning and organisation of daily / weekly work tasks/activities.
• Awareness of safe working practices
• Understand how to prevent the spread of infections.
• Good personal hygiene practices
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to manage own workload
• Demonstrate good customer service skills
• Experience of using cleaning materials and equipment
• Experience with COSHH and HACCP
• Knowledge of IPC process within a Catering Hospital Service

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in the hospital/health care environment
• Experience of serving food and beverages on a tray service
• Working within tight portion controls
• Experience of using industrial equipment/ machinery

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Physiotherapist to join the Integrated Reablement Team, incorporating the Urgent Community Response (UCR) Service, Pathway 1 Discharge to Assess (D2A) and Reablement Services across Nottingham City.

Working within a multidisciplinary team of Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Pharmacy Technicians, Assistant Practitioners, Rehabilitation Support Workers and Admin Staff, you will support patients to maximise independence through rehabilitation and crisis intervention within their own homes. The service aims to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and facilitate timely, safe hospital discharges.

As part of the UCR service, you will respond to urgent referrals from emergency and out-of-hours services, providing a rapid two-hour response to crises such as falls, functional decline and acute illness. Comprehensive in-house training will be provided, including falls recovery, safe assistance from the floor and enhanced clinical assessment skills.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of health and social care systems, excellent assessment, clinical reasoning and intervention skills, and experience supporting adults with complex physical, cognitive and mental health needs. You will plan, deliver and evaluate person-centred, goal-focused rehabilitation programmes and work closely with partner organisations to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

Main duties of the job

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 5th October 2026

The successful candidate will demonstrate high standards of evidence-based practice, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritise workload, manage time effectively and work flexibly within a fast-paced multidisciplinary team.

You will undertake profession-specific and holistic assessments to promote independence, prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and support timely discharges. Working across community settings, you will plan, deliver and evaluate goal-focused rehabilitation for adults with complex physical and mental health needs.

A key aspect of the role involves supporting the Community Triage Hub, coordinating hospital discharges and facilitating patient flow. You will use advanced clinical reasoning to triage referrals, liaise with acute and community services, and coordinate safe discharge plans.

You will be professionally accountable for your clinical practice, including risk and capacity assessments, complex discharge planning and equipment provision. You will provide specialist advice, mentorship and clinical leadership to colleagues, contribute to service development, quality improvement and clinical governance, and support students and junior staff.

You will manage complex and sensitive situations, use IT systems daily, maintain accurate records, participate in supervision and continuing professional development, and travel across Nottingham City as required.

About us

We are a provider of NHS Community Health Services, CityCare exists to support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this. We are a value driven, people business with a passion for excellence. Our vision and social purpose is to make a difference everyday to the health & wellbeing of our communities and our values of kindness, respect, trust and honesty lie at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we work together with partners and each other to consistently deliver high quality compassionate care. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to make a difference in peoples lives.

CityCare value the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBT+ or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are currently under-represented within our organisation.

We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation and are dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, and military spouses/partners. We value the unique skills and contributions you bring.

CityCare is an equal opportunities employer. We are positive about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a different format please contact People Services on [email protected] . CityCare is committed to the protection of vulnerable adults and children.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B9826-PATF-6551

Job locations

Aspect House (City-wide)

Aspect Business Park

26 Bennerley Road, Bulwell

Nottinghamshire

NG6 8WR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

• To work as required within the Urgent Community Response and Integrated reablement team, responding to health and social care referrals with the aim of preventing admission to hospital, supporting the Discharge to Assess pathways, and promoting independence
• Working as an autonomous practitioner you will undertake comprehensive assessments to identify the appropriate service for the clients referred.
• Completing profession specific, and holistic assessments and evaluation as required.
• As part of the multi-disciplinary team, planning and developing goal-focused reablement programmes for adults with a wide variety of complex physical and mental health needs, either in a community bed or in their own homes.
• Taking responsibility for continuing the ongoing development of high standards of clinical practice with an evidence-based focus.
• Working as an autonomous practitioner, supporting clinical triage to facilitate hospital discharges to a community bed or home

Dimensions

• This post has no budgetary responsibility however the post holder is responsible for demonstrating cost consciousness.
• You may be required to work across different bases and community settings within Nottingham City
• You will be responsible for managing the triage caseload; You must have excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, and be able to respond pragmatically to rapidly changing demands and circumstances.
• You will be required to participate actively in CityCare's training requirements.
• You will supervise, educate and assess the competency of junior staff, support staff and students.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical

• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your work, including the management of clients in your care. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the clients.
• To gain valid informed consent and to identify through assessment clients who lack capacity. To work within a legal framework with clients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment.
• To undertake advanced comprehensive assessment and evaluation of adults presenting with a wide variety of complex physical and mental health needs, utilising a high level of investigative and analytical skills.
• To be responsible for carrying a client caseload and to provide highly specialist clinical reasoning in assessing, devising and evaluating individualised rehabilitation programmes with clients.
• To be responsible for coordinating the safe and timely discharge process from a variety of community settings, including community beds.
• To risk assess, advise and where appropriate provide equipment including teaching clients / carers in its use.
• To provide highly specialist advice, education and mentorship to the other staff and colleagues within the Reablement team and other multi-professional teams around current best practice and evidence based practice regarding the clinical management of clients. To drive quality, clinical service improvement and clinical excellence.
• To be responsible for own continuing professional development keeping abreast of new trends and developments. Attend relevant conferences and training courses, supporting junior staff to do the same. Incorporate new developments into clinical practice.
• To participate in the supervision framework as a supervisee and a supervisor, including the appraisal process. To be able to set own objectives and evaluate own learning and that of more junior staff.
• To be a clinical educator for undergraduate students on University placements, supervising, educating and measuring their performance against the standards set by the degree level qualification.
• To undertake CityCare's Holistic Worker Framework competencies.

Professional

• To work to your Code of Professional Conduct.
• To maintain a high standard of care to clients and carers including accurate and detailed documentation.
• To be responsible for your own Continuing Professional Development maintaining an up to date portfolio.
• To facilitate and carry out 1:1 and group education and training to colleagues and junior staff to improve knowledge and practice.
• To contribute to Clinical Governance agenda and apply Risk Management strategies.
• To contribute to implementation of service development and change as appropriate.

Organisational

• To support the Team Manager in implementing and evaluating targets and objectives to assist in the ongoing development of the whole service.
• To advise the Team Manager in relation to clinical needs of the client group.
• To take delegated responsibility for management duties as required.
• To ensure the health & safety of self and others at all times in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and City Care policy and procedures.
• To use information technology on a daily basis and participate in identified data collection and statistics and to maintain clear, concise and timely records in line with the service policy.
• To demonstrate flexibility, prioritise effectively and time manage self, supporting others to do the same. Be able to delegate appropriately.
• To participate in the Lone Worker Tracking procedure as applies to the team.
• To act as duty clinician for the process of referrals
• To undertake any other duties which may be reasonably required

Job description Job responsibilities Job PurposeTo work as required within the Urgent Community Response and Integrated reablement team, responding to health and social care referrals with the aim of preventing admission to hospital, supporting the Discharge to Assess pathways, and promoting independenceWorking as an autonomous practitioner you will undertake comprehensive assessments to identify the appropriate service for the clients referred.Completing profession specific, and holistic assessments and evaluation as required.As part of the multi-disciplinary team, planning and developing goal-focused reablement programmes for adults with a wide variety of complex physical and mental health needs, either in a community bed or in their own homes.Taking responsibility for continuing the ongoing development of high standards of clinical practice with an evidence-based focus.Working as an autonomous practitioner, supporting clinical triage to facilitate hospital discharges to a community bed or homeDimensionsThis post has no budgetary responsibility however the post holder is responsible for demonstrating cost consciousness.You may be required to work across different bases and community settings within Nottingham CityYou will be responsible for managing the triage caseload; You must have excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, and be able to respond pragmatically to rapidly changing demands and circumstances.You will be required to participate actively in CityCare's training requirements.You will supervise, educate and assess the competency of junior staff, support staff and students.Key ResponsibilitiesClinicalTo be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your work, including the management of clients in your care. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the clients.To gain valid informed consent and to identify through assessment clients who lack capacity. To work within a legal framework with clients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment.To undertake advanced comprehensive assessment and evaluation of adults presenting with a wide variety of complex physical and mental health needs, utilising a high level of investigative and analytical skills.To be responsible for carrying a client caseload and to provide highly specialist clinical reasoning in assessing, devising and evaluating individualised rehabilitation programmes with clients.To be responsible for coordinating the safe and timely discharge process from a variety of community settings, including community beds.To risk assess, advise and where appropriate provide equipment including teaching clients / carers in its use.To provide highly specialist advice, education and mentorship to the other staff and colleagues within the Reablement team and other multi-professional teams around current best practice and evidence based practice regarding the clinical management of clients. To drive quality, clinical service improvement and clinical excellence.To be responsible for own continuing professional development keeping abreast of new trends and developments. Attend relevant conferences and training courses, supporting junior staff to do the same. Incorporate new developments into clinical practice.To participate in the supervision framework as a supervisee and a supervisor, including the appraisal process. To be able to set own objectives and evaluate own learning and that of more junior staff.To be a clinical educator for undergraduate students on University placements, supervising, educating and measuring their performance against the standards set by the degree level qualification.To undertake CityCare's Holistic Worker Framework competencies.ProfessionalTo work to your Code of Professional Conduct.To maintain a high standard of care to clients and carers including accurate and detailed documentation.To be responsible for your own Continuing Professional Development maintaining an up to date portfolio.To facilitate and carry out 1:1 and group education and training to colleagues and junior staff to improve knowledge and practice.To contribute to Clinical Governance agenda and apply Risk Management strategies.To contribute to implementation of service development and change as appropriate.OrganisationalTo support the Team Manager in implementing and evaluating targets and objectives to assist in the ongoing development of the whole service.To advise the Team Manager in relation to clinical needs of the client group.To take delegated responsibility for management duties as required.To ensure the health & safety of self and others at all times in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and City Care policy and procedures.To use information technology on a daily basis and participate in identified data collection and statistics and to maintain clear, concise and timely records in line with the service policy.To demonstrate flexibility, prioritise effectively and time manage self, supporting others to do the same. Be able to delegate appropriately.To participate in the Lone Worker Tracking procedure as applies to the team.To act as duty clinician for the process of referralsTo undertake any other duties which may be reasonably required

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience at Band 5
• Relevant experience of rehabilitation with adults
• Community experience
• Experience of supervising junior staff, unqualified staff and students
• Experience of managing change

Desirable

• Experience working within intermediate care services
• Experience of working with clients with mental health needs

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of a wide range of approaches in the management of complex long term conditions
• Models of supervision
• Evidence of continuing professional development based on best practice.
• Ability to carry out comprehensive assessments and the development and evaluation of treatment plans
• Ability to work independently and recognising own limitations
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to relate well to all groups of people and to create and maintain effective working relationships.
• Prioritisations and time management skills
• Ability to assess and manage risk

Desirable

• Evidence of audit/organisational projects
• SystmOne and IT experience
• Advanced clinical reasoning skills
• Highly developed leadership skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Physiotherapy degree
• HCPC registered

Desirable

• Evidence of further professional development
• Leadership qualification

Special Requirements

Essential

• This post requires shift working between 8am-4pm, 12pm-8pm and 2pm-10pm 5 days per week including 1 weekend per month.

Person Specification Experience Essential Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience at Band 5 Relevant experience of rehabilitation with adults Community experience Experience of supervising junior staff, unqualified staff and students Experience of managing change Desirable Experience working within intermediate care services Experience of working with clients with mental health needs Knowledge and skills Essential Knowledge and experience of a wide range of approaches in the management of complex long term conditions Models of supervision Evidence of continuing professional development based on best practice. Ability to carry out comprehensive assessments and the development and evaluation of treatment plans Ability to work independently and recognising own limitations Excellent communication skills Ability to relate well to all groups of people and to create and maintain effective working relationships. Prioritisations and time management skills Ability to assess and manage risk Desirable Evidence of audit/organisational projects SystmOne and IT experience Advanced clinical reasoning skills Highly developed leadership skills Qualifications Essential Physiotherapy degree HCPC registered Desirable Evidence of further professional development Leadership qualification Special Requirements Essential This post requires shift working between 8am-4pm, 12pm-8pm and 2pm-10pm 5 days per week including 1 weekend per month.

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

Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC

Address

Aspect House (City-wide)

Aspect Business Park

26 Bennerley Road, Bulwell

Nottinghamshire

NG6 8WR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC

Address

Aspect House (City-wide)

Aspect Business Park

26 Bennerley Road, Bulwell

Nottinghamshire

NG6 8WR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Purpose of the role

To provide high-quality, compassionate clinical support to patients within the practice, working closely with the nursing and GP team to deliver a range of clinical procedures, health checks, and health promotion activities. The Healthcare Assistant plays a key role in helping Penrose Health deliver outstanding, patient-first primary care.

Main duties of the job

• Providing face-to-face clinical support to patients within the practice
• Carrying out core HCA clinical duties including blood pressure checks, ECGs, phlebotomy, wound care, weight management, and NHS health checks
• Administering B12, shingles, pneumococcal and flu injections/vaccinations
• Chaperoning patients in support of the nursing and GP team
• Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients' health and wellbeing
• Carrying out new patient health checks and other health screening
• Performing urinalysis and preparing specimens
• Undertaking long-term condition reviews where appropriate
• Gathering lifestyle data from patients
• Monitoring and recording vaccine and cold chain storage
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date clinical records
• Supporting infection control practices and equipment management
• Promoting health and wellbeing, and supporting patient education
• Managing clinical stock control, including clearing and restocking consultation rooms
• Contributing to a positive, proactive team culture

About us

Penrose Health is on a mission to deliver outstanding healthcare to every patient we serve.

We care for 75,000+ people across 9 sites in South East London, supported by a team of 200+ clinicians and staff. Our model is built on permanent, diverse teams, strong governance, and a clear focus on continuity, quality, and access.

We work closely with NHS partners to deliver a full range of services from routine checks to complex, long-term care backed by robust systems and a culture of continuous improvement.

We're proud to hold a CQC "Good" rating and consistently receive strong feedback from patients.

Learn more at penrosehealth.co.uk.

Job description

Job responsibilities

At Penrose Health, we're on a mission to transform healthcare by delivering exceptional primary care services that put people first. We believe that great healthcare starts with great people - clinicians and support staff who bring not just skill, but genuine care, to every patient interaction. As we continue to grow, we're looking for dedicated individuals who share our commitment to compassionate, high-quality care and want to be part of shaping the future of primary care.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you'll play a vital and highly valued role within our practice team, working closely alongside GPs, Practice Nurses, and wider clinical staff to deliver a broad range of essential patient services. From carrying out health checks and vaccinations to supporting long-term condition management and health promotion, you'll be at the heart of the patient experience - often the first friendly, familiar face someone sees, and a trusted presence throughout their care journey. Your work will directly support our clinicians in delivering safe, efficient, and person-centred care to a diverse patient population.

We know that our people are our greatest asset, which is why we invest heavily in training, development, and wellbeing. Whether you're an experienced Healthcare Assistant looking for your next challenge, or someone early in your career eager to grow within primary care, you'll find a supportive, forward-thinking environment at Penrose Health - one where your contribution is recognised, your development is prioritised, and you're given every opportunity to build a long and rewarding career in healthcare.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Completed Care Certificate

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care or community setting.

Skills

Essential

• Competence in core HCA duties (phlebotomy, ECGs, wound care, urinalysis, injections); strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills; analytical skills to support successful consultations

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS clinical system

Behaviours

Essential

• Kind, respectful and professional approach to patient care; flexible, reliable, team player; committed to continuous learning; able to work well within a close-knit team of clinicians and non-clinicians