Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, your role involves helping residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. This includes assisting with daily living, providing support and companionship, and sharing memorable moments. Every day will bring different tasks, making the work varied and rewarding. Your responsibilities may range from supporting residents with their food and drink, following care plans, to ensuring personalized one-to-one time with each resident. This position allows you to use your skills meaningfully and advance your career in a fulfilling environment. We're looking for individuals with some experience in caring for older people, a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and the necessary compassion to deliver the highest standard of care to our residents. You will be provided with all the training necessary to succeed and the flexibility to cover shifts as needed, such as during annual or sick leaves.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, with a commitment to high-quality care for residents in their care homes. The organization values the growth and development of its staff, offering numerous learning and development opportunities. As a measure of their dedication, they provide training to staff to help them thrive in their roles. Their aim is to provide residents with care and support that ensures they enjoy every day to the fullest. The organization fosters a fulfilling and rewarding environment for both residents and employees, ensuring that its standards are met. Barchester Healthcare operates with flexibility in staffing to accommodate various needs, such as annual leave or sick leave. This flexible approach not only benefits the residents by ensuring continuous care but also provides the employees the chance to balance their work and personal lives effectively. Working at Barchester means being part of a team that values empathy, dedication, and a warm-hearted approach.

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rew

Main duties of the job

As a Housekeeping Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will play a vital role in creating a warm and homely environment for residents of the care home in Salisbury. Your main responsibility is to maintain the cleanliness and safety of the home, ensuring it meets the residents' unique needs. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you perform will directly impact the residents, visitors, and staff. To join Barchester as a Housekeeping Assistant, you should possess a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail are crucial traits for making a positive difference in the residents' lives. Barchester Healthcare offers comprehensive training for the role, along with a competitive pay rate, free training and development, access to wellbeing support tools, retail discounts, and various reward schemes, including the 'Refer a Friend' bonus and 'Employee of the Month' awards. This position provides an opportunity to utilize your skills in an organization committed to quality care, making it a rewarding place to work.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned care provider dedicated to delivering quality care services for residents in their homes. With a focus on creating nurturing and comfortable environments, Barchester ensures that each resident's unique needs are met with compassion and professionalism. Their care homes are staffed by a team of committed and highly trained individuals who take pride in providing exceptional care. Barchester's wide range of services includes elderly care, specialized dementia care, and support for individuals with complex care requirements. The organization places significant emphasis on continuous professional development and training for its staff, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to support residents effectively. Barchester Healthcare is committed to offering a supportive and rewarding work environment, with numerous benefits and recognition schemes to motivate its employees. As a result, Barchester maintains a high standard of care and client satisfaction, making it a trusted choice for individuals seeking top-quality care services.

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

Main duties of the job

This position is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working hours. As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, your role will involve helping residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living, providing support and companionship, sharing great moments and memories, and undertaking varied tasks. You will support residents with their food, drink, and following care plans, ensuring each resident has individual attention. To qualify for this role, some experience in caring for older people is required, along with a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Empathy, a warm-hearted approach, and utmost compassion are essential for delivering the highest standard of care and support to the residents. In return, the organisation offers competitive pay, flexible work options, and free learning and development opportunities.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is the hiring company for this position. Known as one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, Barchester Healthcare places great emphasis on the growth and development of its staff. The organisation offers various services and supports thousands of residents and patients throughout the UK. As an employee, you will be joining a healthcare provider committed to delivering quality care and support to its residents, creating an environment where residents can enjoy their lives to the fullest. With a focus on personal development and learning opportunities, Barchester Healthcare takes the advancement and career growth of its employees seriously. The organisation offers competitive compensation and benefits, providing employees with a flexible and rewarding work environment. If you are looking to use your people skills in an organisation that values compassionate and quality care, Barchester Healthcare is a promising choice.

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Admin Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of responsibilities to help us deliver the quality care and support our residents deserve. In this varied role, we'll need you to answer the phone, handle our files and support our managers. You'll also meet and greet visitors, engage with residents and show prospective clients and their families around so they can see what makes us so different. Across everything you do as an Admin Assistant here, you'll go out of your way to help us create a vibrant, happy environment. ABOUT YOU If you have the ability to multi-task, good computer skills and a confident telephone manner you could be well-suited to the Admin Assistant role with us. It's also really important that you're a people person you'll take a genuine interest in our residents and their families. If that sounds like you, we'll give you the opportunity to develop your skills with courses that have been design

Main duties of the job

This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Admin Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of responsibilities to help us deliver the quality care and support our residents deserve. In this varied role, we'll need you to answer the phone, handle our files and support our managers. You'll also meet and greet visitors, engage with residents and show prospective clients and their families around so they can see what makes us so different. Across everything you do as an Admin Assistant here, you'll go out of your way to help us create a vibrant, happy environment. If you have the ability to multi-task, good computer skills and a confident telephone manner you could be well-suited to the Admin Assistant role with us. It's also really important that you're a people person you'll take a genuine interest in our residents and their families. If that sounds like you, we'll give you the opportunity to develop your skills with courses that have been designed to build your confidence across all your responsibilities.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, offering care and support services in various facilities, including care homes. The organisation prides itself on delivering quality care and maintaining a vibrant, happy environment for residents and staff alike. They emphasize flexibility, learning and development opportunities, ensuring their employees have access to resources that promote both personal and professional growth. Barchester Healthcare aims to create an inclusive workplace where the skills and contributions of their staff are valued and encouraged across all levels of the organisation.

Job summary

To provide highly specialist, client-centred Speech and Language Therapy assessment, intervention, and advice to adults with acquired brain injuries within a community setting. The post holder will primarily work with individuals in their own home and local community environments, supporting individuals with a wide range of communication and swallowing difficulties as a result of an acquired brain injury.

Main duties of the job

To work as an integral member of the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Interdisciplinary Team, contributing Speech and Language Therapy expertise to develop shared rehabilitation goals that incorporate Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Psychology.

To provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy advice, training and support to carers, family members.

To collaborate, provide advice and training to other SALT's within NCIC.

To act as a specialist resource within North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust by providing expert opinion and highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy advice to ABI inter-disciplinary team members, patients, family members, care workers, a wide range of professionals, and to other Speech and Language Therapists working within the trust.

About us

At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':

• Being a clinically led organisation
• Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
• A positive patient experience every time
• A great place to work
• Managing our money well

As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

262-A-26-8228230

Job locations

The Coppice

Cumwhinton Drive

Carlisle

CA1 3SX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTION: Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP: Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies. AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information. Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post: Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information: Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Evidence of relevant post postgraduate training in ABI, dysphasia, or cognitive-communication disorders

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience of managing a specialist caseload, including clients with communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Experience of contributing to multidisciplinary / interdisciplinary therapy programmes.
• Experience working with patients with acquired brain injury
• Experience of supporting patients with complex communication needs and/ or AAC systems.
• Specialist knowledge of: Speech, language and communications disorders. Cognitive-communication impairments. Dysphagia assessment and management
• Knowledge of current evidence paste practice relevant to SLT
• Understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and safeguarding.
• Awareness of the impact of physical, cognitive, emotional, social and cultural factors on communication.
• Knowledge of ABI rehabilitation approaches

Desirable

• Experience of contributing to service development or clinical pathways.

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to undertake and interpret specialist assessments using appropriate clinical reasoning.
• Ability to contribute to differential diagnosis within scope of practice.
• Ability develop and implement individualised therapy programmes.
• Ability to monitor, evaluate and adjust treatment plans based on client progress.
• Ability to identify and manage clinical risk, particularly in swallowing disorders, seeing support where required.
• Highly developed communication skills, including the ability to: Convey complex ad sensitive information clearly.
• Adapt communication for patients with communication and cognitive impairments.
• Supporting patients and carers in understanding diagnosis and therapy plans.
• Skills in managing challenging conversations and emotionally sensitive situations.
• Ability to prioritise a defined caseload independently.
• Ability to plan and organise assessment, therapy, and discharge processes.
• Ability to delegate tasks appropriately to support staff.
• To provide support and training to professionals, family members and carers on how best to support a patient with an ABI and who has Speech and Language needs

Other Requirement

Essential

• Ability to work independently within clinical guidelines, seeking support for highly complex or high risk cases.
• Ability to contribute to clinical decision making within scope of practice.
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical records and reports.
• Understanding of own professional limits and when to escalate or seek advice.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Must be a travel independently across Cumbria.

Desirable

• Experience of supervising students

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) Evidence of relevant post postgraduate training in ABI, dysphasia, or cognitive-communication disorders Knowledge and Experience Essential Post registration experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist. Experience of managing a specialist caseload, including clients with communication and/or swallowing disorders. Experience of contributing to multidisciplinary / interdisciplinary therapy programmes. Experience working with patients with acquired brain injury Experience of supporting patients with complex communication needs and/ or AAC systems. Specialist knowledge of: Speech, language and communications disorders. Cognitive-communication impairments. Dysphagia assessment and management Knowledge of current evidence paste practice relevant to SLT Understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and safeguarding. Awareness of the impact of physical, cognitive, emotional, social and cultural factors on communication. Knowledge of ABI rehabilitation approaches Desirable Experience of contributing to service development or clinical pathways. Skills and Aptitudes Essential Ability to undertake and interpret specialist assessments using appropriate clinical reasoning. Ability to contribute to differential diagnosis within scope of practice. Ability develop and implement individualised therapy programmes. Ability to monitor, evaluate and adjust treatment plans based on client progress. Ability to identify and manage clinical risk, particularly in swallowing disorders, seeing support where required. Highly developed communication skills, including the ability to: Convey complex ad sensitive information clearly. Adapt communication for patients with communication and cognitive impairments. Supporting patients and carers in understanding diagnosis and therapy plans. Skills in managing challenging conversations and emotionally sensitive situations. Ability to prioritise a defined caseload independently. Ability to plan and organise assessment, therapy, and discharge processes. Ability to delegate tasks appropriately to support staff. To provide support and training to professionals, family members and carers on how best to support a patient with an ABI and who has Speech and Language needs Other Requirement Essential Ability to work independently within clinical guidelines, seeking support for highly complex or high risk cases. Ability to contribute to clinical decision making within scope of practice. Ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical records and reports. Understanding of own professional limits and when to escalate or seek advice. Commitment to continuous professional development. Must be a travel independently across Cumbria. Desirable Experience of supervising students

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Coppice

Cumwhinton Drive

Carlisle

CA1 3SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Coppice

Cumwhinton Drive

Carlisle

CA1 3SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

To provide highly specialist, client-centred Speech and Language Therapy assessment, intervention, and advice to adults with acquired brain injuries within a community setting. The post holder will primarily work with individuals in their own home and local community environments, supporting individuals with a wide range of communication and swallowing difficulties as a result of an acquired brain injury.

Main duties of the job

To work as an integral member of the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Interdisciplinary Team, contributing Speech and Language Therapy expertise to develop shared rehabilitation goals that incorporate Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Psychology.

To provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy advice, training and support to carers, family members.

To collaborate, provide advice and training to other SALT's within NCIC.

To act as a specialist resource within North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust by providing expert opinion and highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy advice to ABI inter-disciplinary team members, patients, family members, care workers, a wide range of professionals, and to other Speech and Language Therapists working within the trust.

About us

At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':

• Being a clinically led organisation
• Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
• A positive patient experience every time
• A great place to work
• Managing our money well

As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

262-A-26-8228352

Job locations

Bridge Mills Business Centre

Kendal

LA9 4BD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTION: Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP: Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies. AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information. Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post: Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information: Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Evidence of relevant post postgraduate training in ABI, dysphasia, or cognitive-communication disorders.

KNowledge and Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience of managing a specialist caseload, including clients with communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Experience of contributing to multidisciplinary / interdisciplinary therapy programmes.
• Experience working with patients with acquired brain injury.
• Experience of supporting patients with complex communication needs and/ or AAC systems.
• Experience of supporting patients with complex communication needs and/ or AAC systems.
• Knowledge of current evidence paste practice relevant to SLT
• Understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and safeguarding.
• Awareness of the impact of physical, cognitive, emotional, social and cultural factors on communication.
• Knowledge of ABI rehabilitation approaches.

Desirable

• Experience of contributing to service development or clinical pathways.

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

• Ability to undertake and interpret specialist assessments using appropriate clinical reasoning.
• Ability to contribute to differential diagnosis within scope of practice.
• Ability develop and implement individualised therapy programmes.
• Ability to monitor, evaluate and adjust treatment plans based on client progress.
• Ability to identify and manage clinical risk, particularly in swallowing disorders, seeing support where required.
• Highly developed communication skills, including the ability to: Convey complex ad sensitive information clearly.
• Adapt communication for patients with communication and cognitive impairments.
• Supporting patients and carers in understanding diagnosis and therapy plans.
• Skills in managing challenging conversations and emotionally sensitive situations.
• Ability to prioritise a defined caseload independently.
• Ability to plan and organise assessment, therapy, and discharge processes.
• Ability to delegate tasks appropriately to support staff.
• To provide support and training to professionals, family members and carers on how best to support a patient with an ABI and who has Speech and Language needs.

Other requirements

Essential

• Ability to work independently within clinical guidelines, seeking support for highly complex or high risk cases.
• Ability to contribute to clinical decision making within scope of practice.
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical records and reports.
• Understanding of own professional limits and when to escalate or seek advice.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Must be a travel independently across Cumbria.

Desirable

• Experience of supervising students

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) Evidence of relevant post postgraduate training in ABI, dysphasia, or cognitive-communication disorders. KNowledge and Experience Essential Post registration experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist. Experience of managing a specialist caseload, including clients with communication and/or swallowing disorders. Experience of contributing to multidisciplinary / interdisciplinary therapy programmes. Experience working with patients with acquired brain injury. Experience of supporting patients with complex communication needs and/ or AAC systems. Experience of supporting patients with complex communication needs and/ or AAC systems. Knowledge of current evidence paste practice relevant to SLT Understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and safeguarding. Awareness of the impact of physical, cognitive, emotional, social and cultural factors on communication. Knowledge of ABI rehabilitation approaches. Desirable Experience of contributing to service development or clinical pathways. Skills and Aptitude Essential Ability to undertake and interpret specialist assessments using appropriate clinical reasoning. Ability to contribute to differential diagnosis within scope of practice. Ability develop and implement individualised therapy programmes. Ability to monitor, evaluate and adjust treatment plans based on client progress. Ability to identify and manage clinical risk, particularly in swallowing disorders, seeing support where required. Highly developed communication skills, including the ability to: Convey complex ad sensitive information clearly. Adapt communication for patients with communication and cognitive impairments. Supporting patients and carers in understanding diagnosis and therapy plans. Skills in managing challenging conversations and emotionally sensitive situations. Ability to prioritise a defined caseload independently. Ability to plan and organise assessment, therapy, and discharge processes. Ability to delegate tasks appropriately to support staff. To provide support and training to professionals, family members and carers on how best to support a patient with an ABI and who has Speech and Language needs. Other requirements Essential Ability to work independently within clinical guidelines, seeking support for highly complex or high risk cases. Ability to contribute to clinical decision making within scope of practice. Ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical records and reports. Understanding of own professional limits and when to escalate or seek advice. Commitment to continuous professional development. Must be a travel independently across Cumbria. Desirable Experience of supervising students

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bridge Mills Business Centre

Kendal

LA9 4BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bridge Mills Business Centre

Kendal

LA9 4BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills. Shift Pattern - 2 X Long days 8-7 - 2X Short days 8-3 - Must be able to work alternating weekends. ABOUT YOU When you join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills. You'll be playing a crucial role in the success of your care home. We're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful. In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare services, specializing in care homes and facilities dedicated to the elderly and those in need of specialized care. Our primary focus is on delivering exceptional care and support for residents, ensuring that they receive the attention and compassion they deserve. Barchester Healthcare prides itself on creating warm and welcoming environments where residents can feel at home and receive top-tier care tailored to their individual needs. The company places a strong emphasis on healthy, nutritious diets for residents, recognizing the importance of food and hospitality in enhancing the overall well-being and quality of life for those living in our care homes. We are committed to investing in our employees by offering free training and development opportunities, fostering a positive work environment, and providing a robust rewards package. Our mission is to set the standard for care excellence, ensuring peace of mind for residents' families and creating a rewarding working environment for our team members.

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will play a crucial role in assisting residents to enjoy their daily routines by providing them with the care and support they deserve. The position involves helping with daily living activities, offering companionship, and creating wonderful memories. Each day presents unique challenges and rewarding tasks such as aiding residents with meals, adhering to care plans, and ensuring personalized attention. The role allows one to apply their skills in a meaningful way and offers opportunities for career development. Eligibility requires some experience in elder care, a proactive attitude, and excellent communication skills. Barchester Healthcare emphasizes continuous training and flexibility for its staff, promoting a growth-oriented environment. The role is a Bank position, designed to provide cover during absences such as annual or sick leave, with varying work hours and days.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider in the UK, offering a variety of care services and pioneering good practices in the healthcare sector. The organisation focuses on delivering person-centred care across numerous care homes and hospitals, aiming to provide the same standard of care one would expect for their own loved ones. Barchester Healthcare places great importance on the professional and personal development of its employees, offering numerous learning opportunities. The company values flexibility, understanding that the demands on healthcare professionals can vary, and thus offers roles that can adapt to the individual needs of staff. Barchester is committed to creating a supportive work environment where employees can apply their skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people they care for.

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 pers

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? 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.

About us

Akari Care is committed to delivering the highest quality levels of care to their residents. They strive to create a supportive and inclusive community within their homes. Akari looks to its trusted care teams to create an environment where the atmosphere feels like the residents' personal home, both for them and their respective visiting family members. They are keen on supporting personal development plans and offer fully funded training and development. Akari Care values personalized care, kindness, trust, and community and seeks colleagues who can make a difference for their residents.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paramedic to join our Primary Care Nurse Team at HMP Dovegate, a category B Prison located in Uttoxeter in Staffordshire.

Hours

• Monday - Sunday service
• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday- Friday- 6:45am - 6.15pm
• Saturday and Sunday - 07:45am - 18.15pm
• Nights- 8:00pm - 7am

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £43,609 - £49,175 per annum depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Paramedic, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding evidence based case to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them - focussing on emergency and unplanned care to patients with both primary care and acute care needs.
• Daily shift co-ordination responsibilities
• Deliver non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries.
• Playing an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding.

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

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

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

About us

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

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

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

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

• Qualified Paramedic
• Current professional registration (HCPC)
• Proven post-registration ambulance experience - 3 years post- qualified
• Evidence of continued professional development
• A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
• Proven experience in either: Accident & Emergency, Primary Care environments or Minor injuries / illness

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

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

Job summary

Be the helping hand that changes someone's day. Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at our Lansdowne Hill Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day. This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for. What we offer: £13.46 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000) Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On-demand pay Were looking for: Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3) 42 hours per week, including alternate weekends A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities Your role: Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence Administer medication safely and accurately Contribute to and review care plans Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement Support and guide team

Main duties of the job

Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at our Lansdowne Hill Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day. This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for. We offer £13.46 per hour, a refer a friend scheme (up to £1000), outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5, a Blue Light discount package, a company pension scheme, and on-demand pay. Were looking for candidates with a minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK, Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3), and someone willing to work 42 hours per week, including alternate weekends. Your role involves delivering and leading high-quality, person-centred care, supporting residents with personal care, dignity, and independence, administering medication safely and accurately, contributing to and reviewing care plans, leading activities, outings, and meaningful engagement, and supporting and guiding team members.

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.46 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1547032698

Job locations

Agincare Homes Holdings

Swindon

SN4 9LF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Be the helping hand that changes someone's day.

Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge?Join the Agincare family at our Lansdowne Hill Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day.

This is a role where your compassion and experiencecan help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for.

What we offer:

• £13.46 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000)
• Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
• Blue Light discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On-demand pay

Were looking for:

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)
• 42 hours per week, including alternate weekends
• A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities

Your role:

• Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care
• Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence
• Administer medication safely and accurately
• Contribute to and review care plans
• Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement
• Support and guide team members, stepping up when needed

Supporting people to live with comfort and joy in a place they call home is something truly special and youll feel that difference every day.

If youre ready to take the next step in your care career, apply today!

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK.Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants.All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted.We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

SWISP

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:Be the helping hand that changes someone's day.Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge?Join the Agincare family at our Lansdowne Hill Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day.This is a role where your compassion and experiencecan help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for.What we offer: £13.46 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000) Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On-demand payWere looking for: Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3) 42 hours per week, including alternate weekends A caring, confident team player with leadership qualitiesYour role: Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence Administer medication safely and accurately Contribute to and review care plans Lead activities, outings, and meaningful engagement Support and guide team members, stepping up when neededSupporting people to live with comfort and joy in a place they call home is something truly special and youll feel that difference every day.If youre ready to take the next step in your care career, apply today!For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK.Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants.All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted.We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.SWISP

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK, Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK, Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3)

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Swindon

SN4 9LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Swindon

SN4 9LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Be the helping hand that changes someone's day. Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at Nightingale Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day. This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for. What we offer: £13.46 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000) Outstanding career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On-demand pay. Were looking for: Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3) 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities. Your role: Deliver and lead high-quality, person-centred care Support residents with personal care, dignity, and independence Administer medication safely and accurately Contribute to and review care plans Lead activities, out

Main duties of the job

Be the helping hand that changes someone's day. Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next challenge? Join the Agincare family at Nightingale Care Home and use your skills to make a real difference in residents lives, every single day. This is a role where your compassion and experience can help create a home where people feel comfortable, valued, and truly cared for. We offer £13.46 per hour, a refer a friend scheme (up to £1000), outstanding career development with fully funded training up to QCF Level 5, a Blue Light discount package, a company pension scheme, and on-demand pay. Were looking for someone with at least 12 months right to work in the UK, Level 2 Health & Social Care (or working towards Level 3), ready to work 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends. A caring, confident team player with leadership qualities is essential. Your role involves delivering high-quality, person-centred care, supporting residents with personal care and independence, administering medication safely, contributing to care plans, leading activities and engagements, and supporting team members.

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Job summary

Package Description: *Please note: This post is restricted to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This is because the role involves providing personal care to women, where it is necessary to preserve their dignity and privacy.* A career where your kindness could brighten someone's day Join our Lansdowne care home team as a Care Assistant and make a real difference in residents lives while building a rewarding career in care, no experience necessary. All you need is compassion and the right to work in the UK. Well provide fully funded training and excellent career development to help you grow. And the best part? Youll get just as much back, the gratitude, the stories, the smiles that stay with you, plus: Youll receive: Outstanding career development with fully funded training and qualifications (up to QCF Level 5) Refer-a-Friend scheme earn up to £1,000* £12.76 per hour Blue Light Card discounts Company pension scheme On-demand pay The

Main duties of the job

Join our Lansdowne care home team as a Care Assistant and make a real difference in residents lives. You dont need previous care experience. What matters most is your kindness and motivation to help others. We provide fully funded training and excellent career development to help you grow, with opportunities to gain qualifications up to QCF Level 5. Youll work as part of a caring team, providing high-quality personal care and support to residents, assisting with medication, supporting daily living activities, and promoting their dignity and independence. You must be compassionate, patient, and great with people, as well as have the right to work in the UK for at least 12 months. This post is restricted to female applicants due to a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Lansdowne Hill Care Home is the workplace, and the role offers £12.76 per hour with additional benefits such as Blue Light Card discounts and a company pension scheme.

About us

Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK for 40 years. With more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, ensuring the highest standards of care and safety. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Agincare is a proud supporter of the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community. We offer guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. Although we are not currently able to offer visa sponsorship, we prioritize creating a supportive and welcoming environment for all employees, providing opportunities for career development and comprehensive training to help our team members achieve their professional goals.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.76 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1547032700

Job locations

Agincare Homes Holdings

Swindon

SN4 9LF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:*Please note: This post is restricted to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This is because the role involves providing personal care to women, where it is necessary to preserve their dignity and privacy.*

A career where your kindness could brighten someone's day

Join our Lansdowne care home team as a Care Assistant and make a real difference in residents lives while building a rewarding career in care, no experience necessary.

All you need is compassion and the right to work in the UK. Well provide fully funded training and excellent career development to help you grow.

And the best part? Youll get just as much back, the gratitude, the stories, the smiles that stay with you, plus:

Youll receive:

• Outstanding career development with fully funded training and qualifications (up to QCF Level 5)
• Refer-a-Friend scheme earn up to £1,000*
• £12.76 per hour
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Company pension scheme
• On-demand pay

The role of a Care Assistant:

• Provide high-quality personal care and support to residents.
• Assist with medication administration and recording.
• Support residents with daily living activities and routines.
• Build meaningful relationships and provide companionship.
• Help enrich residents' lives through activities, hobbies, and social engagement.
• Promote residents' dignity, independence, and well-being.
• Work as part of a caring team to deliver outstanding person-centred care

About you:You dont need previous care experience. What matters most is your kindness and motivation to help others.

• No experience needed full training provided
• Compassionate, patient and great with people
• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK (we cannot currently offer sponsorship)
• Able to work alternate weekends
• Opportunities Available:
• Night Care Assistantto work 36 hours per week from 8pm to 8am to include alternative weekends
• Bank Care Assistant to have the flexibility to work day, night and weekend shifts as and when required

Whether youre listening to residents wonderful life stories, helping with daily routines, or simply being a friendly face that brightens their day, youll be making a real difference to their lives.

Where you'll be working:Lansdowne Hill Care Home

Click here to view the care homehttps://www.agincare.com/care-homes/wiltshire/lansdowne-hill-care-home-swindon/ Care Quality Commission Rating: //www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-307207690

Apply to be a Care Assistant, where compassion meets purpose.

About us:

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK.Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants.All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted.We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

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Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:*Please note: This post is restricted to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This is because the role involves providing personal care to women, where it is necessary to preserve their dignity and privacy.*A career where your kindness could brighten someone's dayJoin our Lansdowne care home team as a Care Assistant and make a real difference in residents lives while building a rewarding career in care, no experience necessary.All you need is compassion and the right to work in the UK. Well provide fully funded training and excellent career development to help you grow.And the best part? Youll get just as much back, the gratitude, the stories, the smiles that stay with you, plus:Youll receive: Outstanding career development with fully funded training and qualifications (up to QCF Level 5) Refer-a-Friend scheme earn up to £1,000* £12.76 per hour Blue Light Card discounts Company pension scheme On-demand payThe role of a Care Assistant: Provide high-quality personal care and support to residents. Assist with medication administration and recording. Support residents with daily living activities and routines. Build meaningful relationships and provide companionship. Help enrich residents' lives through activities, hobbies, and social engagement. Promote residents' dignity, independence, and well-being. Work as part of a caring team to deliver outstanding person-centred careAbout you:You dont need previous care experience. What matters most is your kindness and motivation to help others. No experience needed full training provided Compassionate, patient and great with people Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK (we cannot currently offer sponsorship) Able to work alternate weekends Opportunities Available: Night Care Assistantto work 36 hours per week from 8pm to 8am to include alternative weekends Bank Care Assistant to have the flexibility to work day, night and weekend shifts as and when requiredWhether youre listening to residents wonderful life stories, helping with daily routines, or simply being a friendly face that brightens their day, youll be making a real difference to their lives.Where you'll be working:Lansdowne Hill Care HomeClick here to view the care homehttps://www.agincare.com/care-homes/wiltshire/lansdowne-hill-care-home-swindon/ Care Quality Commission Rating: //www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-307207690Apply to be a Care Assistant, where compassion meets purpose.About us:For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK.Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants.All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted.We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.SWISP

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• No experience needed full training provided

Person Specification Qualifications Essential No experience needed full training provided

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Swindon

SN4 9LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Swindon

SN4 9LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paramedic to join our Primary Care team at HMP Stafford, a category C Prison located in Staffordshire.

HMP Stafford has a capacity of 753 males, aged from 21 +

• Onsite parking
• Training opportunities

Hours:

• Monday - Sunday service
• 37.5 hours per week
• 7.45am till 17.30pm
• 1 weekend in 3 and also bank holidays

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £34,428 - £41,659- depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Paramedic, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding evidence based case to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them - focussing on emergency and unplanned care to patients with both primary care and acute care needs.
• Deliver non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries.
• Playing an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding.

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

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

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

About us

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

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

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

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

• Qualified Paramedic - HCPC
• Proven post-registration ambulance experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
• Proven experience in either: Accident & Emergency, Primary Care environments or Minor injuries / illness

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

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

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Job summary

Band 6 Occupational Therapist (or Band 5 Development Post) Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists Welcome (HCPC Registration Pending or Newly Registered)

Are you due to qualify as an Occupational Therapist this year and looking for an exciting opportunity to begin your career in mental health? Or are you an experienced Occupational Therapist ready for your next challenge?

We are looking to recruit a passionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Newcastle Community Mental Health Team. We welcome applications from experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapists as well as newly qualified Band 5 Occupational Therapists who are keen to develop their skills and progress towards Band 6 competencies within a supportive learning environment.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting time to be an Occupational Therapist in community mental health. The NHS is transforming the way care is delivered, with a clear focus on shifting care from hospital to community, moving from sickness to prevention, and supporting people to live well in their own homes and communities. Occupational Therapists have a vital role to play in delivering this vision by promoting recovery, independence, participation, and meaningful occupation.

Main duties of the job

The Role

Working as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team, you will:

• Manage a defined clinical caseload with appropriate supervision and support.
• Complete evidence-based occupational and functional assessments to understand an individual's strengths, needs, goals, and barriers to participation.
• Work collaboratively with service users, carers, and partner agencies to develop person-centred care and recovery plans.
• Deliver interventions that enable individuals to maximise independence, improve wellbeing, and engage in meaningful daily activities.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information in a compassionate and accessible way, ensuring individuals and families are fully involved in decision-making.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives across community mental health services.
• Promote the value of Occupational Therapy within integrated community teams.
• Be part of a supportive Trust wide network of Allied Health Professionals

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity not only to deliver high-quality, recovery-focused interventions but also to help shape the future delivery of community mental health services in line with the ambitions of the NHS 10 Year Health Plan. We are looking for innovative and forward thinking practitioners who want to influence service development and champion the unique contribution of Occupational Therapy.

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

The Trust is committed to the Step into Health scheme and actively encourages applicants from the Armed Forces Communities to apply.

Job summary

Surgical (East)

An opportunity has arisen for a post Band 2 Health Care Support Worker, within the Main Outpatients Department.

The successful candidate will work in Main Outpatients Department, which involves working in a Main clinic area, assisting Registered Nurses / Medical team with Adult patients. Applicants must have an approachable manner necessary to deal with patients and their relatives and desirable experience of a hospital environment. Applicants will work as part of a team of nurses and undertake patient care tasks under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered General Nurse responsible for the patient's management.

Following an agreed level of training, the successful candidate will be required to work during Monday to Friday (Hours to be negotiated).

Main duties of the job

Assist the registered nurse/practitioner to deliver a high standard of holistic patient care, ensuring that the patients` dignity and equality is maintained at all times.

Ensure the principles set out in the fundamentals of care are incorporated into daily practice to ensure high quality service for patients and clients.

Assist the patients to maintain their own hygiene and personal appearance.

To perform duties within the plan of care delegated by a qualified practitioner, only for which he/she has the relevant training and assessment.

Prepare ward/clinical area for receiving patients by ensuring area is generally clean and tidy - assist in maintaining the standards in the clinical area and report any untidiness/clutter to the appropriate person.

Assist in the admission of new patients into the department by preparing bed/trolley area, welcoming patient, directing to bed/other area, showing patient around the ward.

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 summary

In line with the government's priority to increase access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people, there are new recruit to train positions within the children's mental health services; Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) roles.

These posts are held within Kent and Medway Mental Health Support Teams (MHST). For further information, please use the link below:

Kent emotional wellbeing team and Medway emotional support team - Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS...

EMHPs within these teams provide low-intensity interventions based on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and guided self-help. Trainee EMHPs are taught these interventions while also learning more about the MHST programme and children and young people's mental health.

Advertised EMHP training roles will be within MHST, based in Folkestone, Canterbury and selected positions across Kent.

Applicants need to be ready to start work on 4th January 2027, and posts cannot be offered to candidates unless they can guarantee this start date.

All candidates will need to undertake an initial application process with Kent and Medway Mental Health Trust. If successful in this first stage, then candidates will need to apply to the King's College London University EMHP training programme before the job offer is made.

Please use the link below for course information/entry requirements and the King's College London portal:

Education Mental Health Practice PGDip (EMHP)

Main duties of the job

Throughout the training year and under clinical supervision, you will develop knowledge and practice skills to employ a range of evidence-based interventions for mental health difficulties. This is delivered via direct individual and group support for children, young people and their families, in line with NHS and University expectations.

The NHS team uses a blend of face-to-face interventions along with online/digital support as part of what is offered (e.g. support via video and telephone calls). As an NHS employee, you will record your outcomes and contribute to the growing national dataset on what works to support children and young people with their emotional wellbeing and mental health.

During the training year, the role will have both academic and practical elements. These will include face-to-face work in different settings across Kent and Medway, which can include schools and other settings accessed by young people.

Candidates will need to travel between school sites/clinical sites as well as to King's College London in order to undertake the university course and practical elements of the job role (business travel will be reimbursed).

On successful completion of training, Trainee EMHPs will be equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge and capabilities to work as a qualified EMHP as autonomous and responsible practitioners within their scope of practice, alongside their clinical team (MHSTs).

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Stafford, a category C Prison located in West Midlands.

HMP Stafford is a male prison with a capacity of 753, 45% of the population is over 50's.

Hours

• Monday - Sunday service
• 37.5 per week over 4 days
• 7.45am - 5.30pm
• 1 weekend 3 and to work bank holiday as they fall within the rota
• 6 week rolling rota

Salary

This position is full time contract, youll receive an annual salary between £29,264 - £33,510 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

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

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

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

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

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

About us

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Job summary

This is a dual-role position combining neurodiversity training and clinical assessment within a multidisciplinary team focused on supporting children, young people, and adults.

Main duties of the job

We are excited to offer a unique dual-role opportunity within our growing service, joining a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and adults. Our services specialise in neurodiversity training built by clinicians for individuals, families, schools and organisations, and in delivering high-quality, evidence-based autism, ADHD assessments through both NHS-funded and private referral pathways.

As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Trainer & Clinical Assessor you will play a key role in the development of training content for our Evolve International Skills and Research Academy, creating training courses and modules about neurodiversity, providing high quality, informed learning packages for parents, individuals, businesses and educational settings. Our training aims to support and empower people to be in neuroinclusive in their businesses & settings as well as enriching peoples leaning to help them better understand themselves and others.

In addition, you will contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping to ensure timely and accurate diagnoses that enable children, young people, their families and adults to access appropriate support and achieve improved outcomes.

About us

Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK.

Job summary

Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services (CWPS) provide Mortuary services across three mortuary sites; University Hospital Coventry NHS Trust, Rugby St Cross, and South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust. The Mortuary team cover both Hospital and Community deaths across Coventry and Warwickshire conducting hospital, coronial, high risk and forensic post-mortem examinations.

Our Mortuary network cares for over 4,000 patients per year. We are the busiest forensic department in the region serving West Midlands, West Mercia and Warwick Police forces, with over 1,000 patients each year.

CWPS are looking for a compassionate individual who will be part of a team responsible for caring for our deceased patients with dignity and respect.

Please note that this position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• Responsible for inputting accurate and timely patient data on to relevant Trust computerised systems.
• Responsible for the safe disposal of contaminated materials, including sharps and confidential waste.
• Undertake telephone and face-to-face enquiries dealing in a professional manner.
• To prepare the bodies of deceased patients for viewing in accordance with trust policies and procedures.
• To prepare the bodies of deceased patients for release to undertakers in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the dispatching and posting of samples to authorised persons and laboratories ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create anenvironment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

218-HSS-B3-8257015

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Responsible for inputting accurate and timely patient data on to relevant Trust computerised systems.
• Responsible for the safe disposal of contaminated materials, includingsharps and confidential waste.
• Undertake telephone and face-to-face enquiries dealing in a professional manner.
• To prepare the bodies of deceased patients for viewing in accordance with trust policies and procedures.
• To prepare the bodies of deceased patients for release to undertakers in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the dispatching and posting of samples to authorised persons and laboratories ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations.
• Undertake agreed clinical and non-clinical tasks following training ensuring referral to appropriate trained staff as required.
• Participate in the training and support of other staff members as appropriate.
• To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and to work to achieve personal objectives.
• To maintain equipment on a day-to-day basis in accordance with department policies and procedures and in accordance with manufactures guidelines and report any faults to senior staff and equipment suppliers.
• At all times work according to policies and Standard Operative Procedures and bring to the attention of senior staff any changes in practices.
• Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards.
• Support with maintaining quality management system to include conducting audits.
• Adhere to correct procedures following accidents, injuries, spillages and breakages and ensure that these are reported to the appropriate officer.
• When problems arise know when to refer to senior and medical staff as appropriate.
• To communicate appropriate patient results to those authorised to receive them and to refer to clinical and scientific staff when required.

For further details please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities Responsible for inputting accurate and timely patient data on to relevant Trust computerised systems. Responsible for the safe disposal of contaminated materials, includingsharps and confidential waste. Undertake telephone and face-to-face enquiries dealing in a professional manner. To prepare the bodies of deceased patients for viewing in accordance with trust policies and procedures. To prepare the bodies of deceased patients for release to undertakers in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Responsible for the dispatching and posting of samples to authorised persons and laboratories ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations. Undertake agreed clinical and non-clinical tasks following training ensuring referral to appropriate trained staff as required. Participate in the training and support of other staff members as appropriate. To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and to work to achieve personal objectives. To maintain equipment on a day-to-day basis in accordance with department policies and procedures and in accordance with manufactures guidelines and report any faults to senior staff and equipment suppliers. At all times work according to policies and Standard Operative Procedures and bring to the attention of senior staff any changes in practices. Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards. Support with maintaining quality management system to include conducting audits. Adhere to correct procedures following accidents, injuries, spillages and breakages and ensure that these are reported to the appropriate officer. When problems arise know when to refer to senior and medical staff as appropriate. To communicate appropriate patient results to those authorised to receive them and to refer to clinical and scientific staff when required. For further details please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oBasic education to GCSE level oLevel 2 RSPH certificate in mortuary support or willing to work towards oAptitude for learning from "on the job" training

Desirable

• oGCSE or equivalent in English, Mathematics, Biology/anatomy

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working in a customer facing environment

Desirable

• oPrevious NHS experience oPrevious mortuary or funeral work experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oAwareness of NHS systems

Desirable

• oKnowledge of NHS systems

Skills

Essential

• oPatient focused Basic IT skills oAbility work cooperatively within a team oGood communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• oExperience of working within a team

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oBasic education to GCSE level oLevel 2 RSPH certificate in mortuary support or willing to work towards oAptitude for learning from "on the job" training Desirable oGCSE or equivalent in English, Mathematics, Biology/anatomy Experience Essential oExperience of working in a customer facing environment Desirable oPrevious NHS experience oPrevious mortuary or funeral work experience Knowledge Essential oAwareness of NHS systems Desirable oKnowledge of NHS systems Skills Essential oPatient focused Basic IT skills oAbility work cooperatively within a team oGood communication and interpersonal skills Desirable oExperience of working within a team Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you ready to unlock your potential within a challenging, creative and fast paced work environment? Do you want to escape your current job role and work with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past? Now is the time to break into offender healthcare and develop your career.

Oxleas NHS trust were awarded the South West prison contract in 2022 and currently have a portfolio of 19 prisons across the South of England. We are currently looking to expand our pool of bank workers by recruiting Pharmacy Technicians to work within the Prison service on a flexible basis.

Our healthcare team have a real impact on promoting health and well-being to those in prison and we pride ourselves on using skills and strategies that instil hope for patients future resettlement back into the community. We directly deliver Mental Health, Physical Health, Pharmacy and Clinical Substance Misuse in an integrated healthcare delivery model to provide effective and responsive care to improve wellbeing and support better outcomes in the future.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be providing a medicines management service to patients within the prison with the professional support of a prison service pharmacist. You will administer medicines to patients against a valid prescription, ensuring this is taken correctly, provide advice to patients about the appropriate use of medicines and promote healthy lifestyles to aid their rehabilitation.

You will dispense prescriptions and stock items, whilst supervising assistants when in the dispensary. There will also be elements of stock control involved in your role, such as undertaking stock top-up services and reviewing expiry dates and storage facilities for all medicines, reporting any deficiencies to the prison service pharmacist.

Wondering what it's like to work within offender healthcare?

"I really enjoy working in the Pharmacy Service for Oxleas, my role is extremely varied and I work within a very supportive team. I find my role rewarding as it is all about enabling patient's rehabilitation and I enjoy interacting with patients daily and building relationships with them. Oxleas are a good employer and there are plenty of opportunities to be supported through qualifications and training which then allows you to progress through different bands within the team." Amanda - Pharmacy Tech.

About us

Oxleas - About Us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.

We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£34,592 a year Per annum pro-rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

277-BankPharmB5-HMPGM-C

Job locations

HMP Guys Marsh

Shaftesbury

SP7 0AH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide a medicines optimisation services to the prison.
• To provide a medicines administration service to offenders at the medicines administration times as part of a 7 day per week rota.
• To undertake medicines reconciliation for prisoners admitted to the prison.
• To supervise assistants, when in the dispensary in providing dispensing services.
• To be an accredited checking technician providing final dispensing checks or medicines optimisation qualification.
• To ensure high standards of work in the dispensary, in clinics and for when out on the wings and to ensure all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are read and adhered to.
• To assist the Senior Prisons Technician with writing, updating and monitoring the use of medicines optimisation SOPs.

(Full JD can be downloaded in supporting documents section)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID

Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Job description Job responsibilities To provide a medicines optimisation services to the prison. To provide a medicines administration service to offenders at the medicines administration times as part of a 7 day per week rota. To undertake medicines reconciliation for prisoners admitted to the prison. To supervise assistants, when in the dispensary in providing dispensing services. To be an accredited checking technician providing final dispensing checks or medicines optimisation qualification. To ensure high standards of work in the dispensary, in clinics and for when out on the wings and to ensure all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are read and adhered to. To assist the Senior Prisons Technician with writing, updating and monitoring the use of medicines optimisation SOPs. (Full JD can be downloaded in supporting documents section) IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ: All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team. You will need to provide: Proof of right to work documentation Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID Proof of address documentation Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code. Address History: 5 years address history will be needed. Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously. Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited. In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent
• Registration with GPhC as a pharmacy technician

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a pharmacy

Desirable

• Previous prison or mental health pharmacy experience

Skills

Essential

• Good knowledge of working within a set of SOPs
• Ability to use (or learn to use) computer packages including Pharmacy Manager/ JAC and Microsoft

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent Registration with GPhC as a pharmacy technician Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a pharmacy Desirable Previous prison or mental health pharmacy experience Skills Essential Good knowledge of working within a set of SOPs Ability to use (or learn to use) computer packages including Pharmacy Manager/ JAC and Microsoft

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Guys Marsh

Shaftesbury

SP7 0AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Guys Marsh

Shaftesbury

SP7 0AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time, 37.5 Hours per week, working 5 out of 7 weekly shifts, including alternate weekends Facilities Assistant's, based at Franklyn Hospital in Exeter.

The Post Holder will work within the Trusts two Older Peoples Mental Health Wards, within Franklyn Hospital, carrying out a range of duties associated with the provision of cleaning, food service & other patient support activities.

Salary - £25,272 per year, + weekend/Bank Holiday Enhancements.

If you require a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK you are advised to review the "Coming to work in the UK Visa Information" link in the supporting links section to ensure this role and your current circumstances meet the requirements for sponsorship

If you would like to discuss the certificate of sponsorship and whether your current circumstances meet the requirement for sponsorship you can email [email protected] for further advice

Main duties of the job

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Cleaning duties within the allocated department of work & associated areas in accordance with the departmental cleaning schedule. National Cleaning Standards & including specialist cleaning as required by Infection Control.

2. Assist with Ad-Hoc light Portering duties.

3. Checking equipment to be used & displaying warning signs to comply with Health & Safety Regulations.

4. Ensuring correct Waste Segregation disposal procedures in accordance with Trust Policy.

5. Regeneration & serving of food , beverage preparation & associated duties.

6. Distribution & collection of linen to wards, & other associated laundry duties.

7. Completion of Trust & Departmental paperwork in accordance with standing instructions.

8. Assistance with Health, Safety, Hygiene & Monitoring checks/audits.

9. To observe Food Hygiene legislation, Hospital & Client Policies, & Procedures at all times, reporting any faults, defects or operational issues to the Supervisor/Manager/Client Representative.

10. Engagement with all Training programmes/courses relevant to the role.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job summary

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 14 MONTHS UNTIL 31/12/2027 DUE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Mental Health Occupational Therapy Team. You will be working with the Adult Mental Health (AMH) Team across the inpatient and community services in Arfon and Ynys Mon. You will work alongside multi-disciplinary colleagues in the Community Mental Health Team and Inpatient Team. You will be working under the clinical and operational management of an Occupational Therapy Team Lead and be part of a wider Occupational Therapy AMH Team in the West area.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to complete delegated work from registered Occupational Therapists following completion of assessments You will deliver interventions and rehabilitation programmes to aid recovery and maintain skills. You will need a knowledge of a range of rehabilitation interventions, alongside understanding a diverse range of conditions and current issues that affect mental health and occupational therapy services.This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual who is passionate about the value of Occupational Therapy within a mental health setting. There is no better time to join this team to build on existing models of care and introduce new ways of working.The area is outstanding being on the door step of beautiful mountains and beaches; ideal for your own work life balance, health and well-being.

Please see job description for full details.

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 summary

To provide a specialist gastroenterology dietetics service to patients on the gastroenterology ward, on the endoscopy unit and in weekly outpatient clinic. This role includes presenting specialist talks to patients (The Low FODMAP diet and Coeliac disease). You will be trained to cover parental nutrition to be able to provide cover, if required.

Main duties of the job

To manage a complex caseload of gastroenterology inpatients and outpatients on the endoscopy unit, co-ordinate service improvement projects in conjunction with the clinical lead in this area.

To manage a complex caseload of gastroenterology outpatients and contribute to service improvement projects in conjunction with the clinical lead in this area.

With support and training, to contribute to the management of a complex caseload of patients requiring parenteral nutrition and patients with a diagnosed eating disorder and contribute to service improvement projects in these areas in conjunction with the clinical lead in these areas.

To provide dietetics cover for patients requiring parenteral nutrition and for patients with a diagnosed eating disorder.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Chef to join our Catering Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality meals for patients, staff and visitors while contributing to an excellent dining experience within a healthcare environment.

The Assistant Chef will assist with the preparation, cooking and presentation of a wide range of meals, including therapeutic and special diets, ensuring all food is produced to the highest standards of quality, nutrition and food safety. The post holder will play a key role in maintaining excellent hygiene standards, adhering to HACCP requirements and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen and associated catering areas.

The successful candidate will have a passion for food, excellent teamwork skills and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service. You will be required to work flexibly across restaurant, patient feeding and hospitality services, whilst helping to minimise waste, promote sustainable practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of Catering Services.

This role offers the opportunity to make a positive difference to the experience of patients, staff and visitors through the provision of safe, nutritious and high-quality food within Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.

No VISA sponsorship available for this role

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Main duties of the job

The Assistant Chef is responsible for supporting the delivery of an efficient, high-quality catering service for patients, staff and visitors. The role involves preparing, cooking and presenting meals, including therapeutic and special diets, in accordance with agreed menus, recipes and food safety standards.

The post holder will contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen by maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safety, completing required HACCP documentation and ensuring the safe use of catering equipment. The Assistant Chef will also support restaurant, hospitality and patient feeding services, helping to deliver a positive customer experience while maintaining effective stock control, minimising waste and promoting sustainable working practices.

The role requires a flexible and proactive approach, working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure catering services meet operational requirements and support the continuous improvement of service quality and efficiency across the Trust.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per annum ( pro-rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

390-EFM-BA-4969

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Job description Job responsibilities For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good Level of general education incl, English and Maths GCSE
• Level 2 Food safety NVQ equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a kitchen
• Experience of working within a team

Desirable

• NHS Experience
• Experience working in Catering or retail

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good Level of general education incl, English and Maths GCSE Level 2 Food safety NVQ equivalent Experience Essential Experience working within a kitchen Experience of working within a team Desirable NHS Experience Experience working in Catering or retail

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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