Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Valid UK Driving license and access to a car for work purposes

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working with people with learning disabilities, autism and or a mental health diagnosis (can be pre-qualification)
• Experience of Multidisciplinary working
• Experience of carrying out comprehensive nursing assessments and interventions

Desirable

• Evidence of interest / skill in a specialist area
• Knowledge of the current issues, including relevant legislation and practice, concerning people with learning disabilities.
• Experience of participating in clinical practice, service development and project work
• Experience of supervising junior / unqualified staff including students.
• Experience of developing / delivering specialist teaching / training packages.

Qualifications

Essential

• Learning Disability Nursing degree
• Nursing practice supervisor and practice assessor qualification

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

18 Mole Business Park

Randalls Road

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on Silverwood please click on the link below.

Silverwood - New mental health inpatient service : Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (sabp.nhs.uk)

For a full breakdown of the Job Role and Responsibilities please find the Job Description attached to this job listing.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or at least 3 years' experience within health care role

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within adult mental health services.

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Silverwood

St Peter's Hospital, Holloway Hill Lyne

Chertsey

KT16 0AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team ensuring a high quality service to patients. He/Shewill be responsible for the co-ordination of all patient facilities in the ward area and ensuring a clean, safe andcomfortable environment.The main elements of the role are insuring the effective provisions of catering, cleaning and maintenanceservices on the ward. You will also be required to undertake other non-clinical duties to meet individual patientneeds as determined by the ward sister/charge nurse and to liaise with support service departments.To assist the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to ensure the appropriate and effective delivery of facilities services inorder to properly maintain the patient environment.The post holder must comply with all relevant policies, procedures and training on infection prevention andcontrol.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to understand written instructions, complete records and use measurements accurately.
• Willingness and ability to complete all mandatory and role-specific training, including infection prevention and control, health and safety, fire safety, manual handling, food safety and waste management.

Desirable

• Relevant qualification in cleaning, facilities services, hospitality, food hygiene or customer service.

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of providing a courteous service to patients, service users, visitors or members of the public.
• Understands the importance of cleanliness, hygiene and infection prevention within a healthcare environment.
• Understands the need to follow cleaning schedules, standard operating procedures, colour coding systems, safe systems of work and manufacturers' instructions.
• Understands confidentiality, privacy, dignity and professional boundaries when working near patients and confidential information.

Desirable

• Previous experience of cleaning, housekeeping, catering or facilities duties in a workplace, voluntary setting or similar environment.
• Experience of working in the NHS, health care, social care or another large, regulated organisation.
• Knowledge of safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals, equipment and personal protective equipment.

Skills & Ability

Essential

• Communicates clearly, respectfully and sensitively with patients, visitors and colleagues, including when barriers to communication are present.
• Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently within agreed procedures, seeking advice when required.
• Organises and prioritises routine tasks, responds appropriately to changing service needs and completes work to the required standard and timeframe.
• Pays close attention to detail and can identify, report and escalate cleanliness, safety, equipment or environmental concerns promptly.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, honesty and a positive approach to delivering a high-quality service.
• Treats every person with dignity, compassion and respect and supports an inclusive, non discriminatory working environment.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions accurately and complete routine documentation, checklists or electronic records as required.
• Able to undertake the physical duties of the role, with reasonable adjustments where required, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing equipment and handling supplies.
• Flexible and willing to work the shift pattern required by the service, which may include evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Committed to learning, receiving feedback and maintaining competence in all aspects of the role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward 37 Blackpool Teaching Hospital

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To have specialist knowledge of clinical research, underpinned by degree level educationand/or experience and ICH Good Clinical Practice Qualifications.

2. To work within professional Guidelines relating to Code of Conduct, Confidentiality,Accountability and Scope of Professional Practice.

3. To provide a high standard of evidence based care to patients whilst attending patients inthe community and within the hospital.

4. To work as an autonomous practitioner having a flexible approach to workload schedules.

5. To facilitate effective communication: written, verbal and electronic.

6 To act as the patients advocate

7. To liaise with the multidisciplinary team as appropriate in the delivery of support and careto the patients.

8. To co- ordinate the planning, implementation and development of protocols in accordancewith research parameters as set out by the Chief and Principal Investigators.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• First degree level or equivalent experience
• Registered midwife qualification

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in research/clinical practice/management
• Have attended GCP (Good Clinical Practice Training) within the last 18 months

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• At least 2 years experience working in relevant clinical service/research.

Desirable

• Experience of facilitating clinical research studies in an acute setting

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of specialty - midwifery
• Written and oral communications skills, including the preparation of formal reports and making presentations
• Understanding of the impact of their own behaviour on others and ability to adapt behaviour as appropriate to ensure satisfactory outcomes when dealing with others
• Able to develop, and implement work programmes.
• Experience of implementing change within clinical teams.
• Demonstrates a collaborative working style.
• Confident and competent working with IT. Good working knowledge of MS Office.
• Car driver for community visits and working on studies across hospital sites if required
• Ability to work flexible shift patterns 24/7
• Ability to travel and stay overnight at conferences/training

Desirable

• Able to teach and facilitate small and large groups.
• Clinical skills to include venepuncture, cannulation, IV drug administration, ILS
• Knowledge of research including

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

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide high quality and evidence -based occupational therapy assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation to people with complex needs who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with occupational therapy and service pathways.

• To communicate effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporters/family members, stakeholders, and agencies.

• To provide compassionate and effective leaderships to junior staff including support staff.

• To strengthen and actively contribute to the overall leadership of the service.

• To support the team managers and clinical leads in the development and delivery of effective services.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy professional qualification
• Driving license suitable for driving in the UK and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Additional academic clinical qualification relevant to area of work
• Leadership training or relevant leadership experience
• Clinical supervision training

Experience

Essential

• Extensive and relevant post qualification experience with people who have complex mental health needs
• Experience of leading clinical practice service development or project work
• Highly specialist knowledge of relevant occupational therapy assessment and treatment models
• Experience of providing supervision

Desirable

• Experience of representing occupational therapy within a service and Trust

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bramdean

Worple Road

Staines Upon Thames

TW18 1ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description document attached for more information on the responsibilities and requirements for this job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Qualification OR Degree qualification in health related subject ie Social Work / Occupational Therapist

Desirable

• Post Graduate Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years in Substance Misuse / Mental Health.
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Sound knowledge of working with OST clients and managing prescriptions
• Experience of facilitating groups
• Ability to provide Clinical Supervision as advised by Team Manager

Other

Essential

• Driving Licence (and able to drive in the UK)

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Laurel House, Farnham Road Hospital

Farnham Road

Guildford

GU2 7LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The key elements of the role will be

providing specialist CAT clinical interventions with adult service users with complex mental health needs;delivery of CAT supervision.

The post holder will be a suitably qualified psychologist or psychological therapist with Practitioner training in Cognitive Analytic Therapy. The post holder will have appropriate professional and ACAT registration as a CAT Practitioner.

This will be a supervision role and we encourage accredited CAT supervisors to apply, but we can also accept applications from practitioners who are currently undertaking, or ready to undertake, their CAT supervisor training.

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 29th September 2026

Closing date : 13th October 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• An Honours Degree in Psychology recognised for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society, plus post-graduate qualification in applied psychology (e.g. Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology); or RMN, or equivalent degree level qualification in mental health
• ACAT-accredited Practitioner Qualification in Cognitive Analytic Therapy
• HCPC registered practitioner psychologist or equivalent
• Accredited Member of Association for Cognitive Analytic Therapy (ACAT)

Desirable

• ACAT Accredited CAT Supervisor

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Specialist model specific psychological assessment, formulation and intervention skills.
• Specialist clinical supervision skills
• The ability to plan, organise and deliver work, exercising clinical autonomy, and managing time effectively
• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management.

Desirable

• Ability to provide "indirect" CAT e.g. 5 Session CAT, clinical consultation

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups relevant to the client group
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinical sensitive information to clients, their family, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
• Substantial post qualification experience of specialist psychological assessment, formulation and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care, and inpatient settings.
• Demonstrate further specialist training and experience through having received a minimum of 50 hours clinical supervision of working as a psychological therapist over a minimum of 18 months or an alternative agreed by the Psychological Services Professional Lead.
• Formal training in clinical supervision of trainee clinical psychologists and other staff.

Desirable

• Experience of providing CAT-specific supervision and training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Benfield House

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE6 4QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding the detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and person specification documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs in English and Math's. Successful applicants will have to undertake an English and Maths assessment prior to interview.
• Trained in Phlebotomy

Desirable

• Aspirations to achieve relevant QCF.
• Venepuncture certificate or evidence of training
• Desire and aspiration to achieve phlebotomy competency.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work methodically and accurately, paying attention to detail
• Computer Literacy
• Good communication

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to speak other languages.

Experience

Essential

• Customer service experience.

Desirable

• Worked as a Phlebotomist in the NHS
• Previous experience in a Health care environmet
• Health care experience with direct patient care

Special Requirements

Essential

• Can undertake an initial 6-week training programme running concurrently over five days per week.
• Ability to stand and bend for prolonged periods
• Ability to work in environment with frequent exposure to body fluids and biological hazards and for prolonged periods of standing and bending.

Desirable

• Ability to travel between suits.

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley

GU16 7UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

These are some of the clinical roles you may be expected to deliver as a B3 Rehab Support Worker at FHFT: please refer to the full JD for a more expanded list.

• To provide high quality clinical care to patients under the indirect supervision of Nurses and Therapists in Intermediate Care
• To undertake rehab with patients to help them gain independence while living in their own home
• Ensure high standards are maintained in a safe environment, which promotes equality and sensitivity for all individuals
• To participate in continuous professional development and other team activities
• Carry out a range of clinical and non-clinical duties

Elements of the Job Description and the Person Specification may be screened at interview. We reserve the right to terminate the interview if it is felt these are not met.

Level 3 Apprenticeship, see info available on this link: Senior healthcare support worker / Skills England

Please also note that it is a mandatory requirement, for those who do not have a Care Certificate, to complete a self-assessment form that is attached to this vacancy. Failure to complete and return this document 48 hours prior to your interview will delay the recruitment process or prevent your offer from being issued.

Please note, in line with UK Home Office legislation and due to upcoming changes to sponsorship requirements, we are unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship for this vacancy.Please check your eligibility under the latest UKVI requirements before applying. Applications from candidates who do not meet the criteria cannot be progressed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE maths and English (or equivalent)
• Level 2 Apprenticeship in Care (or relevant subject) or a minimum of 1 year experience in health and social care setting

Desirable

• Care certificate
• Level 3 Apprenticeship in Care (or relevant subject)

Competencies

Essential

• Moving and handling of patients
• Work safely with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written

Desirable

• Knowledge of some medical conditions / exercise therapy

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in care eg as HCA or therapy technician

Desirable

• Previous community experience
• Previous therapy 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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Fleet Community Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Fleet

GU51 4LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Identify, assess, and manage risk, including suicide, safeguarding, and vulnerability.

Ensure risk assessments are current and accurately recorded.

Work collaboratively within MDTs to support coordinated care delivery.

Liaise with GPs, inpatient services, social care, housing, voluntary sector and other agencies.

Lead and coordinate safe transfer of care between services.

Manage and prioritise a caseload effectively, balancing risk and need.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification (e.g. Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, OT)
• Current professional registration (e.g. SWE, NMC, HCPC)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with adults with complex mental health needs
• Experience of care coordination or case management
• Experience of risk assessment and crisis management
• Experience of multi-agency working

Other Requirements

Essential

• Car Driver - Ability to travel across the Trust footprint

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of mental health conditions and recovery approaches
• Knowledge of CPA and care planning processes

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Civic Offices, Borehamwood, Herts, WD6 1WA

Borehamwood

WD6 1WA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Literacy and numeracy qualifications equivalent to Functional Skills level 1 or above (e.g. GCSE grade E or above)
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care or equivalent qualification or relevant experience.
• Evidence of the Care Certificate or commitment to achieve on joining Trust.
• Motivated to develop knowledge and skills and to undertake self-development

Desirable

• Understanding of the Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England

Previous Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of the NHS and/or health/child care and an interest in the speciality with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care
• Clear understanding of professional accountability, delegation and professionalism related to the role of a band 3 worker.
• Makes a positive contribution as a team player and demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team.
• Able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation.
• Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Is sensitive to the impact and implications of decisions and activities undertaken on other professionals

Knowledge Skills and Aptitdues

Essential

• Able to work under minimal supervision but fully aware when to escalate concerns to a registered practitioner
• Flexible, adaptable. organised with good time management skills
• Ability to cope effectively under pressure and resilient and work within the team to manage complex and challenging situations
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with tact, diplomacy, empathy and understanding
• IT skills in order to access required systems such as electronic patient records
• Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: ?Patient Centred ?Safety ?Compassion ?Respect and Excellence

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Manual Handling

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Able to prioritise and to organise and motivate oneself and others to achieve delegated tasks.
• Flexible approach to shift patterns and unit needs which may involve working in different areas or cross site working
• Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety
• Able to use own initiative within the boundaries of the role and able to motivate oneself and others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pilgrim Hospital

Sibsey Road

Boston

PE21 9QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver care that is person centred and recovery focused, reflecting current best practice and challenge practice that may be detrimental to older people receiving high quality care.

Be aware of the physical needs of people with mental health problems and refer physical conditions on as appropriate.

Use research findings in formulating nursing care plans and develop awareness of the significance of nursing research and wider evidence-based practice in community mental health care.

Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of carers of service users with mental health problems and develop strategies to meet those needs, e.g. self-help groups, respite care, Carers Act.

Participate in the Trusts adverse incidents reporting systems and comply with the Trusts procedure and techniques for managing risks.

The post holder is based within the community mental health service and will be expected to visit people within their own homes, or a variety of public places or voluntary organisations within the community and throughout the Trust.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/ EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• NMC Professional Registration
• RMN or Dip / BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• At least 1 years post registration experience at Band 5 in a relevant mental health setting or if newly qualified will participate in the Trusts Preceptorship Scheme.

Desirable

• Experience in working with acute mental health problems in a community setting

SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY

Essential

• Knowledge of MHA (1983), CPA, Risk Assessment and Section 25 etc.
• Effective multi professional team communication & team working.

Desirable

• Experience in working with acute mental health problems in a community setting

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Essential

• Car Driver

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Colne House, Upton Road, Watford, WD18 0JP

Watford

WD18 0JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths pass or equivalent
• ECDL or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 Administration or equivalent practical knowledge

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a hospital or busy office environment.
• Significant experience in difficult patient situations.
• Some customer care experience

Desirable

• Call centre experience
• NHS experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills both verbal and in writing
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy when completing tasks
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work using own initiative
• Excellent customer service skills and evidence of dealing with telephones and meeting targets

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Greenwood Offices

Stopes Road

Ascot

SL5 7RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working on your own or in a team

Desirable

• Experience of working in the food industry desirable but not essential

Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points
• Knowledge of the potential of cross contamination within a catering/ healthcare setting

Desirable

• Experience in cleaning and food handling procedures
• Knowledge of food allergens

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 of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Florence Nightingale Hospital

London Road

Derby

DE1 2QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for complete details regarding this post.

When completing your application, please demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

We can also offer you many staff benefits to help support you which include:

Early access to Psychological Therapies and Physiotherapy

Competitive annual leave allowance

Car leasing scheme

NHS pension scheme

Free eye tests

Money saving options through our salary sacrifice scheme

Discounts on major high street retailers and restaurants

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters Degree level, studying towards a Masters level degree or demonstrable and relevant equivalent experience in Information Governance or Information Security or Records Management field
• On-going professional development in data protection and security management field

Desirable

• Change Management experience
• Specialist project management qualification or demonstrable experience (e.g. Prince 2 accredited or an equivalent methodology)
• Evidence of ongoing training and development

Experience

Essential

• In depth knowledge and expertise in data security, information governance and information security preferably in an NHS or public sector environment
• Dynamic and confident at presentations and able to demonstrate ability Experienced delivery of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit

Desirable

• Experience of achieving high levels of assurance at audit

Skills

Essential

• Clear demonstrable understanding of the Data Protection Act and GDPR Regulation, Records of Processing and the principles of Information Asset Management
• Highly developed knowledge of structured project management methodologies, gained through either formal training or practical experience
• Able to manage project and financial resources effectively, motivating staff to meet tight deadlines
• Highly developed organisational and planning skills, with the ability to co-ordinate a number of work streams across different functions
• Able to apply focused concentration for prolonged periods in developing complex strategies or legislation assessments, writing reports or analysing project status
• Able to introduce change, often requiring the need to overcome significant barriers in introducing new working practices
• Able to receive and assimilate complex and conflicting information from a variety of sources to bring together in an overall coherent and organised project plan
• Ability to communicate complex plans and concepts in simple terms to non-technical audiences
• Analytical thinker and problem solver, able to analyse complex, cross-functional/external dependencies to factor into achievable plans
• Able to receive and understand complex and often conflicting information in national initiatives or legislation
• Able to articulate complex data protection or technical (IT) issues simply to any involved parties
• Excellent ability to communicate verbally and in writing to audiences at all levels. Comfortable in presenting complex ideas to large mixed audiences, with ability to effectively present to a live audience of 200 or more, for training purposes

Desirable

• Someone who can motivate and lead

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

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unit 9, The Point

Sleaford

NG34 8GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for complete details regarding this post.

When completing your application, please demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

We can also offer you many staff benefits to help support you which include:

Early access to Psychological Therapies and Physiotherapy

Competitive annual leave allowance

Car leasing scheme

NHS pension scheme

Free eye tests

Money saving options through our salary sacrifice scheme

Discounts on major high street retailers and restaurants

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Satisfactory level of secondary education to GCSE English A-C grade or 9-4 grade or equivalent (may be working toward this)
• Be able to demonstrate a good standard of English
• To have or be willing to enrol on a specific Peer Support Worker accredited course, eg through LPFT Reccovery College or with an accredited training providerwhen starting in post, complete and pass the training as part of your contract with LPFT
• Willingness to undertake further training to support development of peer support role

Desirable

• Mental Health or Health and Social Care related qualification
• Completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) or use of similar self-management techniques -Awareness/ability of how to adapt this to make it suitable to share within the work place

Experience

Essential

• Recent Lived experience of mental health issues
• Recent Lived experience of the CJS
• Experience of being in a supportive and enabling role
• Experience of operating in an environment that requires confidentiality

Desirable

• Experience of accessing specialist services
• Able to relate to a wide range of people across different organisational boundaries

Skills

Essential

• Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Ability and confidence to use a computer
• Ability to share personal story of recovery in a professional manner while working within appropriate guidelines
• Able to relate empathically with people
• Ability to assist people to develop their own recovery plans
• Willingness to promote the concept of recovery in all work carried out
• Ability to support people to make the best of local resources including support networks
• Willingness to reflect on work practice and be open to constructive feedback
• Able to manage conflict and support others to do so
• Able to demonstrate a patient, non-judgemental, respectful and compassionate attitude
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi disciplinary team

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

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Welton House

Lime Kiln Way

Lincoln

LN2 4WH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities include the essential care of patients, play and distraction, safe transfer of children and YP/adults around the hospital and general tasks such as waste management and maintaining a suitable and hygienic environment for our patients.

The candidate will comply with all relevant policies and procedures to maintain the safety of patients within the Emergency Department.

Successful candidates will ensure patient's safety, comfort and welfare and provide support to the patient's relatives and advocates as required.

Please ensure that you have read the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience as a Health Care Assistant in a permanent post.
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience of organising and prioritising own workload
• Experience of NHS computer systems
• Experience in the Emergency Department

SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Basic IT skills to be able to document on the electronic patient record
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to recognise when support is required
• Ability to make shared clinical and professional decisions taking into consideration Trust/Departmental Policies/Procedures
• Flexible
• Good organisational skills
• A knowledge and practical experience of manual handling
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding information and refer questions to others where appropriate
• Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting.
• Good attendance record
• Willingness to use equipment, full training provided
• Observation Training
• ECG Training
• Venepuncture Training
• Understanding of professional conduct and confidentiality
• Able to perform a wide range of duties

Desirable

• Cannulation Training
• Basic risk assessment skills

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

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals

Whinney Heys road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for a more detailed breakdown of the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Experience working within Paediatrics is highly desirable.

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist, registered with HCPC.

Travel

Essential

• Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.

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

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

St. Marks Hospital

112 St. Marks Road

Maidenhead

Berkshire

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for undertaking and recording a comprehensive nursing assessment and planning, delivering and evaluating high standards of evidenced based nursing care to a diverse group of patients in the discharge lounge.

• Is expected to deliver care without direct supervision. Is accountable for the care delivered and any omissions of care.
• Is expected to teach and supervise more junior staff, students and the non registered nursing workforce.
• Is accountable for care or any omissions of care that he/she delegates to others.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) - Part 1
• Excellent verbal and non verbal communication skills. Ability to actively listen to and hear peoples issues and concerns.
• Ability to actively listen to and hear peoples issues and concerns. Ability to communicate difficult, complex and contentious information in a way that is heard and understood

Desirable

• Experience (through placement or employment) of working in an acute clinical environment
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Demonstrates awareness of current professional nursing issues

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate understanding of discharge process
• Able to work under own initiative and without direct supervision within responsibilities of role

Desirable

• Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and up to date nursing practice with evidence of critical thinking and problem solving
• Shows interest in facilitating learning and development of others

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates an empathetic, caring and sensitive approach to patients, relatives and carers

Desirable

• Embraces change and innovation positively and with enthusiasm

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

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be the point of contact for all administrative issues relating to patients pathway of care.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide support in the proactive management of the patient pathway from referral to discharge, ensuring the entire pathway is managed smoothly.

To ensure high levels of patient and clinician satisfaction by being an accessible, customer-focused and knowledgeable point of contact.

To provide a consistent approach across the Trust; Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) will describe how the functions of the role will be carried out, along with the timescales to which are to be adhered.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent
• Educated to A-level, or NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration/Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using of IT systems and patient data systems
• Experience of scheduling outpatient appointments and/or admissions
• Experience of working with patients and providing information regarding their appointments or treatment team

Desirable

• Experience of working in healthcare setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be the point of contact for all administrative issues relating to patients pathway of care.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide support in the proactive management of the patient pathway from referral to discharge, ensuring the entire pathway is managed smoothly.

To ensure high levels of patient and clinician satisfaction by being an accessible, customer-focused and knowledgeable point of contact.

To provide a consistent approach across the Trust; Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) will describe how the functions of the role will be carried out, along with the timescales to which are to be adhered.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent
• Educated to A-level, or NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration/Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using of IT systems and patient data systems
• Experience of scheduling outpatient appointments and/or admissions
• Experience of working with patients and providing information regarding their appointments or treatment team

Desirable

• Experience of working in healthcare setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
• *Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• *Portfolio of certified / accredited post registration professional development.
• *Experience of Frailty/Elderly care

Desirable

• *Health Assessment post graduate qualification / willingness to work towards
• *Experience of Frailty/Elderly care

Experience

Essential

• *Post registration experience with evidence of knowledge and development for the associated area of specialist practice.
• *In depth knowledge of specialist procedures required for role, with willingness to undertake further training/ education to achieve agreed level of competence.
• *Knowledge of standards and policies associated with role.
• *Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and cross agency work environment.
• *Demonstrable understanding of the national / NHSE diagnostic/ therapeutic expectations / strategy around endoscopy services and can relate this to the role.
• * Demonstrable understanding of clinical governance / patient safety process's -- can relate this to the role in relation to their personal/professional accountability.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Excellent written, verbal communication skills
• *Ability to follow complex instructions consistently in relation to the delivery of endoscopy practice.
• *Consistently professional, collaborative, and compassionate in their approach to colleagues/ patients
• *Effective people skills including high degree of self-awareness / self-regulation.
• *Ability to understand, interpret and critically analyse information/ data and develop skills in reporting of video capsule images.
• *Ability to recognise limits of own competence and seek advice/ support escalating concerns as required.
• *Ability to apply, evaluative and reflective techniques to personal practice, events, and activities.
• *Ability to plan, prioritise workload in response to service need
• *Ability to explain the requirement to balance clinical caseload and developing skills, knowledge, and competence.
• *Ability to work towards autonomous enhanced practice through exposure, supervised practice to a preset level of clinical competence.
• *Ability to apply, evaluative and reflective techniques to personal practice, events, and activities.
• *Ability to contribute to service development
• *Acts to support and enable teamwork.
• *Cheerful outlook towards supporting organisational / service changes, learning and continuous quality improvement

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

ACCOUNTABILITY

To the Directors of Therapies and IMPReS

Staff will cover the Band 5 rotations across ELHT. This will involve travel across all sites and peripheral clinic settings. To work hours as required over 7 days on each rotation.

JOB SUMMARY

To be responsible for the assessment, treatment and management of patients within an assigned area of the physiotherapy service across ELHT.

DUTIES

• Work as an autonomous practitioner in the assessment and management of patients.

• Maintain adequate records of assessment, treatment and progress of their patients.

• Organise their clinical caseload in an effective and efficient manner within defined area of the service or a particular patient type with available and ongoing support from a Senior Physiotherapist.

• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing, therapy, social services staff, and others to ensure the delivery of a coordinated multi-disciplinary and multi-agency approach and facilitate and maintain good working relationships.

• Contribute towards the physiotherapy service objectives in providing quality patient care and maintaining physiotherapy standards.

• Maintain and develop clinical and professional knowledge and skills in line with HCPC standards and in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
• Take an active part in the in-service training programme, keep up to date with core mandatory training, maintain a portfolio of CPD and to participate in the preceptorship programme and facilitate physiotherapy teaching commitments where appropriate.

• Facilitate the education of Physiotherapy students.

• Participate in research activities e.g. journal clubs, evidence based practice and clinical audit as required.

• Ensure that up to date written and electronic records, activity data are maintained in accordance with professional standards and organisational guidance.

• Supervise assistants and technical instructors working with the team.

• Assist with the induction of new staff.

• Participate as an autonomous practitioner in the emergency On Call rota/Weekend Working across services where required.

• Participate in the staff appraisal scheme and personal development plans.
• Pro-actively participate in the development of the Clinical Governance
• framework within physiotherapy linking National and Trust guidelines toteam objectives and personal practice.

EFFORT

• Carry out assessments and treatments of medical and neurological conditions with frequent moderate physical effort.

• Deal sensitively with patients who have high levels of anxiety and aggression caused by pain, dementia or limited mobility and with patients who are having difficulty accepting their disabilities resulting in extremely low motivation and compliance.

• The job involves frequent daily exposure to unpleasant working conditions on a regular (daily) basis e.g. bodily fluids including sputum, vomit, urine, fleas and lice and occasional exposure to verbal and physical aggression.

COMMUNICATION

• With guidance and support from Senior Physiotherapists, communicate complex or sensitive information, in an appropriate manner to clients, relatives, carers and multi-agency professionals in a language understandable to them.
• Use of a range of techniques to overcome barriers to communication.
• Deal with challenging situations including verbal aggression/distress from patients, carers and relatives.Able to deal sensitively with complaints following procedures, directing them to an appropriate person within the team, if required.
• Promote and educate others regarding the role of Physiotherapy and the importance of health and well-being.
• Have basic IT skills including use of Internet, E-mail and any special programmes used within the service.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Aware of and fulfil your responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act, and organisational policies and procedures relevant to health and safety.

• Responsible for own workload management with guidance from senior team members.

• Understand the need to act in the best interest of patients at all times.

• Understand the need to respect, and so far as possible uphold the rights, dignity, values and autonomy of every patient.

• Understand your role in the diagnostic and therapeutic process, and in maintaining health and well-being.

• Assess the capacity of the patient/service user in order to gain valid informed consent for intervention and work within the organisations policywith those who lack capacity.

• Practice in a non-discriminatory manner.

• Exercise a professional duty of care.

• Work within the limits of your competency seeking advice from senior staff when necessary.

• Work to standards of professional practice and evidence based care pathways as appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy
• Health Professional Council Registration
• Member of the Chartered society of Physiotherapy
• Demonstrate ability to work autonomously
• Demonstrate experience in all core areas of Physiotherapy (MSK, Community, Acute)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to use a variety of assessments and interventions for a range (examples) of patients
• Demonstrate use of effective communication (examples)
• Awareness of local and national policy, clinical practice standards and guidelines
• Ability to travel between sites/access to a vehicle

Desirable

• IT skills - including proficient use of office 365 and other IT systems

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

RBH

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB2 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for a more detailed breakdown of the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• OT Qualification and NHS experience mandatory.
• HCPC registration mandatory.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of supervision and training of other band 5 therapists/students and other professionals.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in working with children.

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

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Science & Technology Centre

Earley Gate, Whiteknights Road

READING

RG6 6BZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Selection Process

Those who meet the required standards on their application form will be invited to an assessment morning which will include an interview, team exercise, basic Maths and English test and a tour of the laundry.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English & Maths at Grade 3/D, or equivalent qualification/experience, or relevant experience that demonstrates competency to this level
• "Willingness to complete and achieve local training workbook and to achieve the required competencies in the following areas (this will be completed through local induction training, and competency based training and assessment to learn the full range of linen services): - linen services machinery and equipment including general use, and ensuring safe practices - infection control procedures for safe handling of soiled and infected materials - safe use and storage of chemicals and cleaning products and detergents - health and safety basic level training."

Desirable

• Basic Health & Safety Training

Experience

Essential

• Data entry into spread sheets
• Experience of handling chemicals in a laundry or cleaning environment
• Basic skills in the use of Microsoft Excel

Desirable

• Experience in a commercial laundry
• Experience in use of industrial laundry equipment

Other Factors

Essential

• Flexible to meet the needs of the service

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northern General Hospital

Herries Road

Sheffield

S5 7AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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