Job description

Job responsibilities

Acorns Children's Hospice are looking for an Occupational Therapist and Therapies Lead to support the development and delivery of the AHP services across the organisation, using their clinical expertise. You will manage the therapy team across our sites in Walsall, Worcester and Birmingham.

About the Role

At Acorns Children’s Hospice, we provide specialist palliative care for children, and young people with life-limiting and lifethreatening conditions, and we support their families through every step of their journey, and through transition. Our work is defined by compassion, expertise, and an unwavering belief that every child deserves comfort, dignity, and the chance to experience joy.

As Occupational Therapist and Therapies Lead, you will:

• Provide line management to the therapy teams
• Provide OT assessment, treatment, intervention and advice to babies, children, young people and their families living with life limiting and life threatening conditions in both hospice and community settings
• Provide Occupational Therapy expertise to the care team and advise team members on how to support OT goals within moment-to-moment care, including advising on 24-hour postural management, equipment to support posture and independence in daily living (e.g. sleep, seating and bathing) and support for sensory needs.
• Work in collaboration with the care team to review holistic care needs and contribute to care plans
• Collaborate in the development and communication of a vision for the AHP programme including therapies within Acorns, to increase AHP voice, visibility and impact
• Produce and evaluate qualitative and quantitative data from the services offered to evidence the quality of the AHP services provided by Acorns
• Advise on innovative opportunities and support all relevant departments/ disciplines in their strategies and programmes to maximise service benefits

About You

• Degree/qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current HCPC registration
• Experience of providing assessment and intervention to children and young people with complex needs
• Experience of leading audit/quality improvement programmes

What We Offer

• £46,920 to £56,515 per annum (pro rata. £37,536 to £45,212 for part time hours)
• 30 hours per week over 4 days
• Working across our hospices in Walsall, Worcester and Birmingham
• Employee discounts from leading retailers – including the Blue Light Card
• Discounts on refurbished tech
• Health cash plan
• Gym membership and equipment discount scheme
• Bike2Work scheme - save up to 42% on bikes and equipment
• Wellbeing, legal and financial support
• Career development through our Acorns Academy offering leadership, coaching, fundraising, clinical training and more.
• Generous contribution to group personal pension plan (7.5%) or continuation of current NHS pension scheme
• NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme
• Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service

You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for children and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. In addition, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of immunisation against specific diseases or confirm their willingness to receive the necessary vaccinations.

As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation, we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Children’s Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders.

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]

Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns?

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Qualification in Occupational therapy. Current registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate learning

Experience

Essential

• Providing assessment and intervention to children and young people with complex needs.. People Management experience.

Desirable

• Palliative care/end of life expere

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

Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust

Address

Acorns in Birmingham Hospice

103 Oak Tree Lane

Birmingham

West Midlands

B29 6HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Occupational Therapist

REPORTS TO: HWR Team Leader

ACCOUNTABLE TO: HWR Team Leader

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a high standard of holistic, skilled, patient-centred, palliative care across all areas of the Hospice includingone to one,communityand group settings.

• Work flexibly as part of a rehabilitation team in providing an occupational therapy service to patients with palliative care needs.

• Promote the benefits of occupational therapy to all who access Hospice services and staff and volunteers within the Hospice.

• Work as an autonomous practitioner, managing a complex caseload and using clinical reasoning to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.

• Support patients to maximise independence, participation,comfortand quality of life through engagement in meaningful occupations.

• Assess and respond to the physical, psychological,socialand environmental impact of life-limiting illness on patients and those important to them.

• Support families and carers to adapt to changing needs andmaintaintheir wellbeing throughout the patient's journey.

• Support and supervise the work of rehabilitation assistants, Assistant Practitioner, students and volunteers.

• To act as clinical lead on a regular basis.

CORE TASKS

Clinical

• Undertake occupational therapy assessments of patients with palliative and end-of-life care needs across the Inpatient Unit, Community and Health, Well-Being and Rehabilitation services.

• Assess physical, psychological, social, cognitive, spiritual and environmental factors affecting occupational performance, independence and quality of life.

• Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate person-centred occupational therapy treatment plans.

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions on both an individual and group basis for patients and families in collaboration with other members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team.

• To have in-depth knowledge in specialist palliative care and act as a knowledge base / resource for others including staff and patients.

• Support patients to maximise independence, function, participation and engagement in meaningful occupations.

• Provide interventions including fatigue management, energy conservation, breathlessness management, adaptive techniques and symptom management strategies.

• Assess for and provide specialist equipment and environmental adaptations to support safety, comfort and independence.

• Support patients to achieve their preferred place of care wherever possible through effective discharge planning and liaison with community services.

• Provide education, support and practical advice to families and carers.

• Ensure that all clinical policies, procedures and guidelines are adhered to.

• To ensure that patient documentation is completed accurately and fully in line with HCPC guidance on documentation.

Management and Leadership

• Work autonomously within professional scope of practice, taking responsibility for clinical decision-making and caseload management.

• Contribute to the leadership and development of Occupational Therapy services within the Hospice.

• Act as a specialist resource for Occupational Therapy and rehabilitation within the multidisciplinary team.

• Support the supervision and delegation of work to assistants, volunteers and students as appropriate.

• Contribute to service planning and development initiatives that improve patient outcomes and experience.

• Promote the role and value of Occupational Therapy throughout the organisation and wider healthcare community.

• Manage and maintain a safe clinical environment utilising allocated resources safely and effectively.

• Be aware of and always adhere to the Hospice policies and procedures and act within the HCPC standards, Code of Conduct and Guidelines.

• To undertake appraisal, one to ones and competency assessments of Rehabilitation Assistants.

• To participate in and support the development of organisational and departmental objectives.

• Commit to attendance at team meetings, contributing positively and constructively.

Communication Skills

• Lead daily huddle and attend MDT/DC planning meeting.

• Establish effective therapeutic relationships with patients, families and carers.

• Communicate sensitively with individuals facing life-limiting illness, deterioration, loss and bereavement.

• Communicate effectively with patients and families ensuring they contribute and consent to treatment plans.

• Communicate information to distressed and /or bereaved people in a sensitive manner.

• Manage situations where people are distressed or angry in an effective, safe manner.

• Be able to communicate effectively with people exhibiting challenging behaviours, ensuring they are respected but expectations are made as clear as possible.

• Manage complaints in a sensitive manner ensuring the Hospice policy and procedure is adhered to.

• Work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.

• Foster good working relationships with all Hospice departments and members of the multidisciplinary team.

• Liaise effectively with community health and social care professionals, statutory agencies and voluntary organisations.

• Advocate for service users ensuring their views are known to the team including supporting advanced care planning discussions and documentation.

• Maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant patient records.

• Present information clearly through written reports, assessments and verbal handovers.

• Deliver education, training and presentations to patients, volunteers and staff as required.

Personal and People Development

• Maintain HCPC registration and professional competency.

• Participate in appraisal, clinical supervision and reflective practice.

• Undertake and be responsible for continuing professional development and maintain a portfolio of evidence to maintain relevant knowledge and skills

• Keep up to date with developments in occupational therapy, rehabilitation, palliative care and end-of-life care.

• Support the learning and development of colleagues, students and volunteers.

• Actively contribute to a culture of learning, education and professional excellence.

• Attend mandatory training and any other essential training relevant to the job role.

Quality and Service Improvement

• Support the implementation of evidence-based practice across Occupational Therapy.

• Be aware of organisational strategic direction and futures issues pertaining to the provision of specialist palliative and supportive care and contribute to and participate in organisational service development.

• Contribute to the identification of practices that could improve service delivery outcomes and participate in the development of appropriate action plans through:

• Audit/Research/Evaluation/Education +Training/User Involvement.

• Participate in the implementation and review of subsequent action plans. Take an active role in meetings, highlighting areas requiring quality improvement. Use and maintain resources efficiently and effectively and encourage others to do so.

Health, Safety & Security

• Identify risks as they arise and carry out risk assessments, taking immediate remedial action as required and updating risk assessments regularly.

• Adhere to the adverse and serious incident reporting policy and take appropriate further action.

• Be familiar with and support implementation of safeguarding policies, the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.

• Promote an environment that supports infection prevention and control policies and procedures, ensuring staff practice accordingly.

• Use equipment safely and in accordance with instructions and departmental procedures, reporting faults as necessary.

• Adhere to lone-working procedures when undertaking community visits.

Governance

• Ensure that Hospice policies, procedures and standards are adhered to at all times with particular regard to those concerning confidentiality, information governance, health and safety, prevention and control infection.

• Ensure the effective utilisation of the Hospices computer-based patient record system, promoting the use of information technology for recording patient information, communication and information sharing; implementing procedural change as necessary.

• Contribute to the Care Quality Commission inspection process.

• Practice in accordance with HCPC Standards of Proficiency and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in line with legal and organisational requirements.

• Participate in clinical governance activities and maintain accountability for professional practice.

• Contribute to maintaining high standards of clinical effectiveness, patient experience and professional practice.

This document is intended to convey an outline of the post and the post-holders responsibilities. You may be asked to carry out other duties relevant to your job role.

Person Specification

Disposition/Attitude

Essential

• Demonstrates compassion, empathy and professionalism.
• Commitment to person-centred and holistic care.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing service needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to relate positively to colleagues and members of the MDT.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Commitment to maintaining professional standards and lifelong learning.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability and resilience.
• Positive attitude to change and flexible working practices.
• Ability to work sensitively with patients and families experiencing life-limiting illness.
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality and information governance

Desirable

• Understanding of hospice philosophy and values.
• Experience of working within a charitable organisation.
• Passion for developing and promoting Occupational Therapy services within specialist palliative care.

Health and Physical

Essential

• Ability to carry out moving and handling activities in accordance with risk assessments and training.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including equipment assessment and demonstration.
• Emotional resilience to work with patients and families facing advanced illness, deterioration, loss and bereavement.
• Satisfactory Employee Health clearance.
• Vaccination appropriate to role.

Desirable

• Experience of working in emotionally demanding healthcare settings.

Equal Opportunities

Essential

• To have an understanding or, and an ability to promote and implement equal opportunities.
• Demonstrates respect for individual differences and promotes a culture of fairness and dignity.
• Respects the rights, dignity, values and beliefs of patients, carers, colleagues, and volunteers.
• Demonstrates an understanding of how to provide equitable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive care.
• Commitment to upholding Hospice values and behaviors.
• Commitment to client-centered, non-discriminatory practice.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of undertaking holistic assessments and delivering person-centred interventions.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of equipment assessment and provision.
• Experience of caseload management and prioritisation
• Experience of maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Experience of providing interventions on an individual basis

Desirable

• Post-registration Occupational Therapy experience
• Experience working within specialist palliative care, hospice, oncology, neurology or rehabilitation services.
• Experience delivering group interventions and therapeutic programmes.
• Experience of discharge planning and community-based working.
• Experience of student supervision, mentorship or volunteer support.
• Experience of audit, quality improvement or service development initiatives.

Circumstances

Essential

• Must be a car driver with full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
• Willing and able to work flexibly across the week, including occasional evenings or weekends.
• Able to undertake regular independent communitybased work offsite
• Work flexibly accroding to the needs of the service.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• Current HCPC Registration.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Evidence of mandatory and statutory training relevant to practice.

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
• Practice Educator Qualification.
• Postgraduate study or specialist training in Palliative Care, Oncology, Rehabilitation, Long-Term Conditions or related field

Practical/Intellectual skills

Essential

• Ability to undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessment and clinical reasoning.
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy theory and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to formulate, implement and evaluate treatment plans.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management.
• Ability to assess for and prescribe equipment safely.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good IT skills including electronic patient records and Microsoft Office systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and make sound clinical decisions.
• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and professional standards.
• Understanding and sensitivity to the needs of patients with a life limiting illness/families and carers.
• Liaison with other agencies and professionals.
• Good communication skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of specialist palliative and end-of-life care.
• Knowledge of fatigue management, energy conservation and breathlessness management.
• Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation approaches.
• Knowledge of community services, equipment services and housing adaptations.
• Experience of service evaluation, audit and research activity.

Equal Opportunities

Essential

• To have an understanding or, and an ability to promote and implement equal opportunities.
• Demonstrates respect for individual differences and promotes a culture of fairness and dignity.
• Respects the rights, dignity, values and beliefs of patients, carers, colleagues, and volunteers.
• Demonstrates an understanding of how to provide equitable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive care.
• Commitment to upholding Hospice values and behaviors.
• Commitment to client-centered, non-discriminatory practice.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Pendleside Hospice

Address

Colne Road

Reedley

Burnley

Lancashire

BB10 2LW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an excellent opportunity to provide professional leadership, service development and support the introduction of new initiatives within a 28 bedded Intermediate Care ward.

The role is ideal for someone who is a strong team player who is able to foster strong inclusive leadership. We are looking for a practitioner who is highly motivated to lead on our continued commitment to providing innovative quality improvement programmes to ensure high standards of patient care.

This is a part time role working 30 hours per week.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional NMC or HCPC Registration
• First level degree or equivalent
• Evidence of further relevant post registration training
• Leadership and Management training

Desirable

• MSC or MA or working towards

Knowledge

Essential

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 5 years post registration experience
• Experience of line management
• Experience of Audits and enhancing standards of patient care through service evaluations and quality improvement initiatives

Desirable

• Performance and Budget Management Experience

Skills

Essential

• Effective Leadership skills
• Excellent Clinical and Assessment Skills
• Negotiation skills to address difficult and controversial issues including performance and change
• Ability to prioritise own workload effectively and be able to support others to prioritise their workload
• Decision making and problem-solving skills
• Clinical Risk Management skills

Desirable

• Theoretical and practical understanding of Change Management, Motivation and Morale and other branches of managerial practice
• Research skills
• Experienced presentation 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.

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

First Community Health and Care

Address

First Community Health & Care

Caterham Dene Hospital

Church Road

CATERHAM

Surrey

CR3 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an EMHP you will be joining a diverse team offering both clinical and non-clinical support to children, young people, and their families across Swindon.You will deliver evidence-based assessments and interventions for children and young people in education settings with mild to moderate mental health difficulties, under expert supervision and as part of a dynamic and evolving mental health support team. As an EMHP you will be joining a diverse team offering both clinical and non-clinical support to children, young people, and their families across Swindon.You will work in partnership with school/college mental health leads by developing a Whole School and College Approach to mental health within your allocated schools.Key Responsibilities:You will work in collaboration with other EMHPs, CWPs and mental health professionals, supervisors to deliver 1:1 interventions, groups, parent- led interventions, work- shops and staff training.

To assess and deliver outcome focused, low intensity, evidence-based interventions in educational settings for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, working at all times in collaboration with and giving respect to the education function of the setting in which the post-holder is deployed.

To help children and young people within these settings who present with as needing more support to rapidly access more specialist services by engaging with more senior staff in the signposting of referrals.

Therapeutic Assessment and Intervention

Work in partnership to support children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties and their parents/carers, families, and educators in the self-management of presenting difficulties.

Work in effective, evidence-based partnership with children, young people, their families and their educators in the development of plans for the intervention and agreed outcomes.

Support and empower children, young people, their parents/carers and families and their educators to make informed choices about the interventions being offered.

Operate at all times, from an inclusive values base, which recognises and respects diversity.

Accept referrals within educational settings according to agreed local and national and local protocols.

Undertake and record accurate assessments of risk and operate clear risk management processes in line with locally agreed procedures including the safeguarding protocols of the educational setting and Local Safeguarding Board guidance.

Adhere to all regulations, processes, and procedures within the educational service to which the post holder is attached and within the organization where the post-holder is employed including (but not limited to) HR policies, training requirements, referral protocols, and emergency procedures. Signpost referrals of children with more complex needs to a locally identified appropriate relevant service.

Under supervision and any other relevant local pathway, escalate cases where the level of need or risk is beyond the scope of practice of the post holder.

Provide a range of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments, primarily guided self-help.

Practice, evidence and demonstrate an ability to manage ones own caseload in conjunction with the requirements of the team.

Attend multi-disciplinary and multi-agency meetings relating to referrals or children and young people in treatment, where appropriate.

Keep clear, professionally coherent records of all activity in line with both health and education service protocols and use these records and outcome data to inform decision making.

Complete all requirements relating to data collection.

Assess and integrate issues relating to transitions, education, and training/employment into the overall therapeutic process.

Work within a collaborative approach involving a range of relevant others when indicated.

Contribute to the development of individual or group clinical materials or training materials, and in addition to develop such materials independently as falls within own degree of competence, and under direction of the wider team.

Training and Supervision

Continue to apply learning gained on the training program directly to practice.

Prepare and present case load information to supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis to ensure safe practice and the governance obligations of the EMHP, supervisor and service are delivered.

Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in practice.

Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competences and practice.

To disseminate research and service evaluation findings in appropriate formats through agreed channels.

Professional

To ensure the maintenance of standards of own professional practice

To ensure appropriate adherence to any new recommendations or guidelines set by the relevant departments.

To ensure that confidentiality is always protected.

To ensure that any risks or issues related to the safety and wellbeing of anyone the post holder comes into contact within the course of their professional duties are communicated and shared with appropriate parties in order to maintain individual safety and the public interest.

To ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed, and reviewed with supervisor and senior colleagues on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.

Participate in individual performance/appraisal review and work towards agreed objectives.

Keep all records up to date in relation to Continuous Professional Development and the requirements of the post and ensure personal development plans maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.

Attend relevant educational opportunities in line with identified professional objectives.

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification from CYP Educational Mental Health Practitioners Course (EMHP), - Post Graduate Diploma/Graduate Dip Mental Health Practice in Education Settings.

Desirable

• A further relevant degree qualification.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid trained.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with anxiety disorders.
• Experience of working with affective (mood) disorders.
• Experience of the delivery of specific therapeutic interventions to children, young people or their families (e.g. CBT, solution focused brief therapy).
• Experience of working with children and their families in an education setting.
• Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders.
• Experience of working with children and their families in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of monitoring and recording outcome measures for childrens emotional wellbeing.

Desirable

• Experience of working with looked after children.
• Experience of working with other vulnerable groups.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of educational environments.
• Knowledge of children and young people gained through academic study in child development, child wellbeing or mental health.
• Highly developed knowledge of child and adult safeguarding.
• Ability to carry out 1:1 therapeutic mental health interventions with children.
• Ability to carry out 1:1 therapeutic mental health interventions with families.
• Ability to conduct group parenting programmes.
• Ability to work within educational settings to increase mental health awareness within the staff group.
• Ability to conduct mental health assessments of children and young people.
• Ability to make an assessment of risk and to record and communicate it appropriately.
• Ability take appropriate action to mitigate or manage risk.

Desirable

• Knowledge of capacity and consent issues.
• including Gillick competence.
• Knowledge of the functional operation of specialist CAMHS teams.
• Ability to conduct other group therapeutic interventions with children and their families.
• Proven commitment to continuous professional development.

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• The ability to travel independently across the service footprint.
• Work flexibly and adapt to suit service need.
• Must be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to personally manage a sensitive and potentially emotionally distressing caseload.

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

ABL Health Ltd

Address

Nexus Business Centre

6 Darby Close

Cheney Manor

Swindon

SN2 2PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

This vacancy will close at midnight on 8th October 2026

Interviews are due to be held on 21st October 2026

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds Craft Certificate / NVQ Level II or equivalent or relevant experience

Desirable

• City and Guilds Advanced Craft
• Apprenticeship or other recognised and approved training in Electrical / Mechanical services

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Electrical / Mechanical / plumbing maintenance environment
• Experience of using computer-based systems to record and update work information accurately
• Experience of prioritising, allocating or coordinating tasks in a busy service environment

Desirable

• Experience of working in a similar hands-on environment
• Experience of using a CAFM or electronic job management system in an estates, facilities or maintenance environment
• Experience of coordinating or dispatching work to a mobile or maintenance team
• Relevant post apprenticeship experience
• NHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Good all round trade knowledge
• Understanding of work prioritisation and when to escalate urgent, safety-critical or overdue maintenance issue

Desirable

• Good understanding of building services
• Knowledge of reactive maintenance processes in a healthcare or similarly complex environment

Skills

Essential

• Must have good Craft Skills
• Problem solves faulty equipment / services
• Good front of house skills / Customer service
• Can work with minimum supervision
• Must be a team player
• Competent IT, communication and data-entry skills, including email, Microsoft Office
• The ability to use or learn a CAFM system to log, prioritise, allocate, monitor and close jobs accurately

Desirable

• Previous use of MICAD or a similar estates information system

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
• -Ability to work flexibly as operational priorities change and to support coordination of the team throughout the shift

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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division Corporate

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

This vacancy will close at midnight on 8th October 2026

Interviews are due to be held on 21st October 2026

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HNC Mechanical Engineering Certificate in Management or equivalent

Desirable

• In depth knowledge of all Health Technical Memoranda
• Authorised Person in accordance with Department of Health Guidance

Experience

Essential

• Proven maintenance management experience or relevant experience in managing Mechanical plant and equipment.
• Experience of writing Safe Systems of Work Experience of managing permit to work systems
• Sound IT experience

Desirable

• Experience of complex Mechanical plant operation and maintenance requirements within healthcare
• Experience of managing authorised processes and contract management
• Experience of programming building management computer systems

Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of Health and Safety and current legislation and guidance
• Sound IT knowledge

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Mechanical PPM schedules and management

Skills

Essential

• People / staff management skills
• Good communication skills
• Good leadership skills
• Proven Mechanical fault-finding capabilities.
• Capable of working in a demand driven service

Desirable

• Presentation skills

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.

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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division Corporate

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings (e.g. family homes, educational settings and respite units) to support children and young people and their families ensuring that they receive structured support. During The Pandemic, the role requires a mixture of working from home, along with some office working and direct working with young people in a variety of environments they access. Resources to support remote working are provided, such as laptop and mobile phone.

We are looking for a support worker who has a passion and experience for working with young people with additional and complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. A kind, caring, compassionate and patient approach is essential, along with having creative and adaptable mindset are key to meet the varying needs of our service users. You will be required to travel around the county to carry out direct work, so the ability to travel is essential.

We strive towards a gold standard practice, through the use of National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) with particular aim of following positive behaviour support (PBS) practice to support young people who present with autism and Moderate to profound learning disabilities and behaviours which challenge. You can find more information about our service in our service leaflet attached to this advert.

For further details around the role responsibilities and personal requirements, please see job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Essential knowledge, skills and experience

Essential

• Good standard of education GCSE or equivalent
• NVQ3 in direct care/child care or equivalent levels of experience
• Basic IT skills including being confident creating visual support aids
• Significant experience of working professionally with children and/or learning disabilities
• Excellent communication skills including face to face, telephone and written communication
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
• Awareness of Child Protection policies and procedures

Desirable

• Mobile for travel to meet requirements of post
• Demonstrate an enthusiastic, flexible and creative approach to work
• Be passionate about service user involvement

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Woodland View

Thornfield Road, Brentry

Bristol

BS106NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• You will provide 3rd line Application Support on Microsoft 365 technologies, including Microsoft SharePoint, OneDrive, Forms, Workflow Power BI and Power Platform.
• You will lead on the M365 deployment across the Trust, ensuring all appropriate devices are upgraded correctly with the assistance of the Desktop Support team.
• You will lead on the evaluation and procurement of suitable Microsoft 365 solutions, offering guidance and support on all related matters to senior management.
• You will be responsible for the daily management of all M365 licenses across all Trust tenants, including assigning where appropriate, auditing the license usage and liaising with 3rd parties in procuring additional licenses. This also includes ensuring that IT budgets match Microsoft 365 licensing needs.
• You will agree and negotiate priorities on solution design and development for the M365 platform, reporting on development progress and discussing complex issues with non-IT colleagues.
• You will be responsible for creating and maintaining SharePoint sites as requested by Trust departments and actively advise on recommendations which can improve or enhance the ongoing delivery of their service.
• You will be required to make technical judgements on complex Microsoft 365 problems and incidents and help with bringing the issues to a successful resolution.
• You will be required to document all procedures arising from new M365 developments, including technical documents for both senior IT staff and other colleagues.
• You will use Active Directory to create and manage user profiles and permissions, assisting the 1st and 2nd line teams where required. You will be required to test and adapt Microsoft 365 systems regularly, including the development of Microsoft 365 applications being used across the business.
• You will be responsible for creating and developing automations and forms using Power Automate and Microsoft Forms, as requested by Trust departments. This also includes creating Power Platform applications.
• You will be required to maintain flows in Power Automate and rectify any failures that may occur.
• You will be required to use the Power Platform Admin Centre to maintain users and assign security roles.
• You will be the Information Asset Administrator for the Trusts Microsoft 365 environment.
• You will actively work on the configuration and ongoing maintenance of MS InTune within the Trust, working in conjunction with the Desktop Support and Infrastructure teams.
• You will devise training plans and learning materials on M365 products for the Training team to follow, but also deliver ad hoc training to staff as and when required.
• You will be required to keep up to date with all changes (current and upcoming) within the shared NHS tenant, via NHS bulletins, online training sessions and events.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Degree Level or significant equivalent experience
• Microsoft 365 Certifications

Desirable

• ITIL Certificate or Experience

Experience

Essential

• M365 Licenses Managment
• Microsoft Teams Administration
• Sharepoint Data Management
• Reporting Experience
• Azure, Microsoft and NHSMail Portal Experience
• Power App/Automate Experience

Desirable

• NHS Joiners Movers Leavers Process

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an accomplished leader with a strong corporate governance background and a proven track record of advising Boards and senior leaders in complex organisations.

Committed to continuous improvement, ensuring governance adds value and contributes to outstanding outcomes for patients and communities.

Committed to continuous improvement, ensuring governance adds value and contributes to outstanding outcomes for patients and communities.

This role provides the opportunity to:

• Work directly with the Chair, Chief Executive and Board.
• Influence governance across one of the largest geographical NHS Foundation Trusts in England.
• Lead a substantial programme of governance transformation and improvement.
• Shape Board assurance, risk and governance arrangements at the highest level of the organisation.
• Make a meaningful contribution to improving services for patients, carers and communities.

At TEWV, our values of Respect, Compassion and Responsibility underpin everything we do, and we are looking for a leader who shares these values and will help us continue to build an open, inclusive and high-performing culture.

Further Information

If you are a strategic thinker, trusted adviser and experienced governance leader looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Join us and help shape the future governance of TEWV.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Master's degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification, or equivalent specialist knowledge acquired through substantial senior experience and with accredited elements
• Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent accredited senior-level knowledge and experience
• Chartered Governance Professional status or membership of the Chartered Governance Institute, or another relevant professional body OR
• Advanced Certificate in Health Service Governance (CGI UKI) or undertaking the CGI UKI qualifying program and achieved the level of graduate

Desirable

• Legal Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge derived from significant experience and / or education
• Highly developed specialist governance administrative skills and understanding from significant experience and/ or education
• Expert knowledge of NHS corporate governance, foundation trust constitutional arrangements, regulatory requirements and Board assurance

Experience

Essential

• Substantial senior leadership experience in corporate governance, risk and assurance, legal or related corporate services within a large and complex organisation
• Experience of operating with and at senior manager or Board level
• Experience of corporate affairs in a large, complex organization

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Park Hospital

Edward Pease Way

Darlington

DL2 2TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

To be fully involved in the development of costing and pricing models as the Trust moves into a demanding environment together with support for the realisation of benefits and clinical efficiencies from new capital projects and other areas.

To be responsible for ensuring that all specialty SLAs are signed off in accordance with Trust policy and that all recharges both inward and outward are robustly managed.

To be responsible for the setting of the specialty Budgets in consultation with the FBP and Budget Holders.

To be fully involved in financial planning including the identifying cost pressures and opportunities to reallocate budgets alongside the specialty General Managers. To ensure that income opportunities are maximised.

To develop, with the specialty clinical and operational managers, Patient, Quality and Productivity (PQP) initiatives and to be responsible for monitoring performance and delivery against these programmes.

To provide expert and specialist knowledge and be responsible for the continued implementation and development of the Trust Payment by Results (PbR) and Agenda for Change (AfC) policies and any other DOH initiatives.

Assist with the development and implementation of Service Line Reporting (SLR) and Patient Level Costing (PLiCs) within the division.

To be responsible for ensuring that the Specialty are educated and informed as to the potential income consequences of activity plans and that outcomes are communicated as appropriate.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To assist the Finance Business Partners in the provision of a complete professional financial service to each division, including preparation of consolidated financial monthly performance reports, forecasts, analysing trends and variances in accordance with the Trust monthly financial timetable.

• To be responsible for the maintenance of strong financial controls in the allocated Specialty in line with Trust SFI for both expenditure and WTE. To provide training and guidance to Budget Holders in budgetary management and the maintenance of the Trust Budget Management Policy and SFI and SO compliance. To advise on best practice for procurement to ensure efficiency. To include responsibility for the specialty budget management training.

• To ensure that all specialty income sources are identified and income agreements for SLA’s salary recharges etc are signed off in accordance with Trust policy and timetables.

• To support the Finance Business Partners in applying the costing and pricing system to SLA’s, financial appraisal and business planning and be responsible for the maintenance and continuous improvement of the specialty costing and pricing systems.

• To be responsible for the development and implementation of Service Line Reporting (SLR) within the Specialty, in consultation with the Finance Business Partners and the Trust’s Income & Commissioning Team.

• To have responsibility to undertake periodic reviews of the financial controls within the Directorate and prepare reports and risk assessments based on information gathered.

• To meet regularly with specialty Budget Holders and to provide information and analysis to them. In addition to support the communication of information between them and the specialty management accountants and other departments within Finance.

• To be responsible for the financial planning and implementation to achieve the objectives in the Trust and specialty Annual Plan and to take responsibility for specific projects e.g. business cases for benefits realisation and budget setting for the Specialty. To be responsible for the financial planning to identify the specialty efficiency initiatives and to agree this framework with the specialty Boards. To ensure timely monitoring and reporting for these programmes against the agreed plan.

• To be responsible for the financial planning to enable the Specialty to implement major capital developments and realising benefits arising from these investments and the planning and costing for the specialty capital bids. To prepare costing models and business cases for proposed developments and projects within the agreed timetable.

• To take overall responsibility for providing a full financial advice service to a department of the specialty.

• To support the Finance Business Partners in financial training and accreditation of Budget Holders in line with Trust approved policy.

• To prepare costing models for proposed developments and projects applications within the agreed timetable.

• To resolve queries from Finance, Budget Holders and other Internal and External staff regarding financial management matters with minimal supervision.

• To comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act with regard to the confidentiality of personal information and patient confidentiality.

This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and the manager. All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure.

The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in light of changing circumstances.

The post holder might be required to work across the Trust at any time throughout the duration of his/her contract, which may entail travel and working at different locations.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Part qualified (intermediate \ finalist) CCAB (Consultancy Committee of Accountancy Bodies) Qualification or CIMA with up to date membership or actively studying towards a professional qualification
• Educated to Degree Level (or equivalent experience)

Experience

Essential

• Experience at a mid-level of NHS finance
• Experience of working within an Acute Hospital Trust

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking and implementing change
• Experience of leading and working in a 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

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Kao Park

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out the instructions accurately and promptly of the reablement ward team who are professionally accountable for the delivery of care.

To work within an agreed reablement competency framework to support patients with their stated goals and within their functional capabilities.

To report to registered staff any patient that gives cause for concern or any observed changes in a patients clinical condition.

To support patients emotional well-being by supporting positive conversations, actively encouraging, and promoting independence on a range of activities of daily living.

To accurately document all care delivered to patients, including recording documentation electronically on trust systems always maintaining confidentiality.

To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care. Be aware of role in emergency situations and what actions should be undertaken.

To be aware of and adhere to all trust policies / procedures / nursing guidelines when undertaking any activities.

To make patients welcome to the clinical area and participate in the admission process under the supervision of registered staff.

Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal care (e.g.: washing/dressing and nutritional needs) with a reablement ethos.

To keep the unit clean and tidy maintaining a safe environment.

To adhere to trust infection control procedures.

To chaperone/escort patients to other clinical departments and or NHS Units under the direction of the registered nurse.

To support relatives under the guidance of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT).

To assist with the discharge process for patients by the MDT.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Education to GCSE level Grade 5 in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• Care Certificate and or equivalent health care experience

Desirable

• City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Good organisational skills
• Basic I.T. and computer skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good numeracy and literacy skills

Communication

Essential

• Clear oral and written communication

Desirable

• Basic computer skills

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Polite/courteous
• Caring personality
• Sensitive and tolerant
• Resilient

Other

Essential

• Able to make own travelling arrangements
• May be required to work in other community hospital's within our trust in order to meet the needs of the service

Desirable

• Ability to work 12.5 hour shift day/night patterns

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Willow Unit, Norwich Community Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:1. Clinical Support Role:1.1.1 Under direct supervision assist with the delivery of care plan as described by theRegistered Nurse1.1.2 Assist patients with their care needs as required reporting any change in the patientscondition to the registered nurse1.1.3 Support the Registered Nurse and other health professionals with themobilization or transfer of patients1.1.4 Develop awareness of patients in pain and discomfort and report any changes in thepatients condition to the registered Nurse1.1.5 Have an awareness of patients dietary needs, delivering meals, providing patients withdrinks where necessary and providing assistance with eating and drinking if required1.1.6 Demonstrate an understanding of the different needs of individual patients and their carers/ families

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills at Level 1

Desirable

• Post graduate qualifications in Relevant field

Experience

Essential

• Recent 6mths NHS experience of working in a patient/client care setting environment
• Insight into the HCA role
• Working within a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Previous experience working in an Acute Hospital Setting

Guidance

Essential

• Possess ability to work on own and as part of a 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.

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea & Westminster NHS Foundation Hospital Trust

West Middlesex University Hospital & Chelsea & Westminster Hospital

Twickenham Road & Fulham Road

London

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

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Person Specification

knowledge skills & training

Essential

• RGN level 1
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Teaching & presentation skills

Desirable

• Educated to post graduate degree level or working towards
• Further clinical qualification in continence care
• Ability to critically analyse research and evidence based literature

Job specific experience

Essential

• Minimum 3 years post registration experience
• Knowledge of evidence and research based continence care
• Community Nursing experience

Desirable

• Application of clinical theory into practice

Managerial/supervisory experience

Desirable

• Experience in supporting junior staff

Finance & Resources

Desirable

• Awareness of budgetary restraints

Information Technology

Essential

• Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training

Desirable

• Working knowledge of SystmOne

personal qualities/attributes

Essential

• Proof of commitment to providing good nursing care
• ability to work as part of a team

Business travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

Additional requirements

Essential

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

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Shelley Road

11 Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities

• Provide a customer focused service dealing with all patients or visitors in an efficient, polite and courteous manner
• Support the delivery of a high quality healthcare service ensuring that all patients receive a high standard of service delivery
• Handle queries from patients/relatives confidentially and sensitively; refer clinical related queries to appropriate staff
• Interact with patients and relatives in distress in a sensitive and empathetic manner
• Take and relay as appropriate, telephone enquiries and messages , using initiative and prioritising skills when disseminating information
• Update patient details on PAS as appropriate, checking all demographic details on arrival or departure
• Oversee the work of more junior staff and ensure work objectives are being met on a day-to-day basis and demonstrate duties to new starters
• Ensure all procedures are followed re data capture for service specific outcomes.
• Ensure all paperwork is filed appropriately
• Arrange interpreter and transport services where indicated
• Adhere to trust-wide standard operating procedures and policies developed for clinical administrative processes and participate in their development
• Provide cover across the POD as and when required
• Provide an excellent standard of service to patients at all times
• Ensure the availability of all necessary documents (including forms, patient information leaflets and questionnaires) labels, continuation sheets

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an administrative capacity
• Proven experience of dealing with complex telephone calls
• Experience in working as part of a team

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritise and organise work load
• To be able to work as part of a team

Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• A cheerful and helpful manner when dealing with patients and other staff
• Work well as part of a 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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain own continuous professional development (CPD) and incorporate new trends and developments into practice. To be an active member of in-service training programmes. To attend and contribute as appropriate at staff meetings, tutorials, training sessions, courses, other CPD activities and to undertake reflective practice.

To maintain comprehensive and accurate assessment and treatment records in line with legal, professional, Trust and departmental policies and guidelines.

To train, supervise and performance manage other physiotherapists, technical instructors, assistants and students (this will include the use of formal appraisal documentation).

To provide leadership and peer support to physiotherapists and support workers within the paediatric physiotherapy team.

To demonstrate and apply a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management, and encourage others to do likewise.

ORGANISATIONAL

To have an active role in the planning, development, coordination, delivery and evaluation of the critical care and respiratory medicine physiotherapy service.

To provide support to the clinical team leader in the daily operational management for the physiotherapy team.

To act as a mentor for physiotherapy colleagues, providing clinical and professional support on a regular basis.

To delegate to, supervise and monitor senior and staff grade physiotherapists, students and support workers.

To manage priorities for the Critical Care and Respiratory medicine physiotherapy team, balancing patient related and professional/managerial demands within available resources; ensuring that these remain service led.

To deputise for senior staff /Clinical Lead as required.

To ensure that physiotherapy equipment is suitable for the needs of the patient and facilities/environment are maintained in safe order.

To collect data and statistics for reporting purposes.

To carry out designated departmental/service responsibilities.

To be aware of Health and Safety legislation and to comply with policies relating to the work area, including risk assessment and the prompt recording and reporting of incidents and near misses. To take necessary precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of yourself and others.

To have an active role in developing, reviewing and updating departmental policies, procedures and guidelines relating to physiotherapy management of critical care patients.

To have an active role in the recruitment of new staff.

To comply with Trust and departmental policies, procedures and standards. To be involved in reviewing and updating departmental policies and procedures as required.

Effort

To carry out assessment and treatment using manual and therapeutic handling techniques which require moderate to high physical effort and intense concentration and vigilance for the vast majority of each working day.

To be interrupted frequently throughout the day to deal with bleeps, requests for assistance/advice from other staff, administrative enquiries and urgent referrals.

To comply with the trust manual handling policy at all times.

To deal sensitively with patients and carers who have a high level of anxiety or aggression due to, for example, pain, fear, dementia or failed expectations.

To be able to convey sympathetically unwelcome news regarding functional progress and diagnosis to patients and carers.

To travel between sites and patients homes as required using own, hospital or public transport and to take responsibility for the safety of patients, therapists and assistants while on these visits.

Communication

To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients and carers and to ensure understanding of condition. Patients/carers may require clarification of clinical decisions or investigations, potential outcomes and the implications for the patient/family. This may include highly sensitive/emotive information.

To use skills of persuasion, motivation, explanation, and empathy to encourage patients to undertake their treatment programme and optimise rehabilitation potential and/or quality of life. Barriers to effective communication may regularly be evident, e.g.: altered perception, age, dysphasia, pain, psychological/emotional status.

To use specific skills to communicate with patients who, for example, depend on sign languages, communication boards etc.

To communicate patient related information effectively, to facilitate co-ordinated services and ensure seamless collaborative working with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and multi-agencies. This may include case conferences, handovers, ward rounds, discharge/transition planning, documentation in health records and medical reports. Patient related information might be complex, highly sensitive and contentious.

To contribute to and compile additional written reports which form the basis of legal documents for other agencies e.g. solicitors, education.

To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care.

To provide highly specialised advice in the physiotherapy management of adults in critical care and care of the elderly, to physiotherapy colleagues and other members of the MDT.

To use Information Technology for the purposes of:

Communication within and outside the Trust

Accessing clinical and professional information

To communicate effectively with colleagues at national centres of excellence to ensure continuity of shared care.

Ensure all communication, which may be complex, contentious or sensitive, is undertaken in a responsive and inclusive manner, focusing on improvement and ways to move forward.

Ensure all communication is presented appropriately to the different recipients, according to levels of understanding, type of communication being imparted and possible barriers such as language, culture, understanding or physical or mental health conditions.

Please review the Job description for the full list of roles and responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree
• Evidence of ongoing CPD/relevant post grad courses

Desirable

• Post Grad Degree
• Member of specialist interest group

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of postgraduate experience across core specialities in an acute hospital setting
• Evidence of experience at band 6 or equivalent in respiratory including Critical Care, medical and surgical settings
• On-going participation in respiratory on-call duties.
• Experience working as part of MDT
• Evidence of appraisal, supervision and teaching of band 6 staff, band 5 staff, assistants and students
• NHS experience as band 6 and above

Desirable

• Co-ordination of in-service training and development of teaching programmes
• Involvement and experience in audit and service development
• Demonstration of experiences as a team leader

Management

Essential

• Evidence of management and/or supervision of staff

Desirable

• Management/leadership course

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea & Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be considered for this role, it would be advantageous if you have previous cleaning experience and are able to work with limited supervision.

To be successful, you would need to be able to demonstrate that you;

Are able to communicate verbally with others clearly & courteously.

• Are polite, reliable and responsible
• Have an understanding of Health and Safety, COSHH and Risk Assessments
• Have the ability to comply with standard operating procedures and organisational policies
• Be prepared to undertake training and development

For a full job description and person specification, please view the attachments included with this advertisement.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding of Health and safety matters as they relate to cleaning duties
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to understand and follow written/verbal instructions and procedures.

Desirable

• Awareness of risk assessment
• Knowledge of COSHH
• Awareness of Infection Prevention and Control

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working without supervision

Desirable

• Previous work experience as a domestic cleaner.

Personal Attribues

Essential

• Flexible approach to duties and willingness to provide cover for colleagues
• Punctual
• Demonstrates through and methodical approach to work
• Displays initiative and an ability to work without supervision
• Display enthusiasm for high standards of customer care
• Reliable and conscientious approach

Desirable

• Willingness to travel between sites across the Trust footprint (including having access to a vehicle with appropriate level of insurance)
• Ability to extend hours to cover if necessary

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

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Ripley Ambulance Station

Ivy Grove

Ripley

DE5 3HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Safely carry out driving duties on behalf of the Trust, primarily transporting vehicles within Trust boundaries, with occasional travel beyond as required.
• Collect and deliver parts, tools, medical equipment, and other essential items to support daily service operations.
• Ensure all duties are performed in line with the Trusts values and standards.
• Maintain the cleanliness and roadworthiness of vehicles used in the role, where appropriate.
• Demonstrate flexibility in response to operational needs, including variations in duties, base location, and working hours.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness appropriate to the role and attend any required medical assessments to ensure fitness for duty.
• Stay informed about current developments and best practices within the Trust and the wider healthcare sector.
• Take responsibility for personal development and maintaining professional competence.
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested to support the service.
• Commit to continuous professional development and actively manage your own learning and growth

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years driving experience
• C1 Driving licence

Experience

Desirable

• Experience in a similar 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

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Sherwood Park

Willow Drive

Annesley

NG150DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be considered for this role, it would be advantageous if you have previous cleaning experience and are able to work with limited supervision.

To be successful, you would need to be able to demonstrate that you;

Are able to communicate verbally with others clearly & courteously.

• Are polite, reliable and responsible
• Have an understanding of Health and Safety, COSHH and Risk Assessments
• Have the ability to comply with standard operating procedures and organisational policies
• Be prepared to undertake training and development

For a full job description and person specification, please view the attachments included with this advertisement.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous work experience as a domestic cleaner

Desirable

• Experience of working without supervision

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Understanding of health and safety matters as they relate to cleaning duties
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to follow written/verbal instructions and procedures

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good attendance record over previous 12 months
• Physically fit and able
• Smart and clean appearance
• Reliable and conscientious approach
• Punctual
• Demonstrates through and methodical approach to work
• Displays initiative and an ability to work without supervision
• Flexible approach to duties and willingness to provide cover for colleagues

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

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Worksop Ambulance Station

Gateford Road

Worksop

S81 7BH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To be conversant with procedures in general and screening rooms, ED, mobile and theatre radiography. Additionally, the post holder will be expected to become proficient in the more specialised techniques e.g. CT, IR and MRI
• Assist with practical training of junior staff and student radiographers, acting as a role model through leading by example
• Communicate with other staff members to ensure the smooth running of the directorate
• Ensure that all guidelines relating to staff and patient safety are adhered to whilst in the Radiology department
• Ensure that the rules and procedures of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 are strictly adhered to, and that all working areas are kept clean and safe
• Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes as required
• Participate in Departments out of hours system (required to work weekend and evenings).

Person Specification

application form

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Radiography / DCR (R) or accepted international equivalent
• HCPC registration
• Member of SOR
• Broad general imaging experience at radiographer level
• Proven acumen for approaching all situations with an open mind and 'can-do' attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and flexibly as part of a team
• Well motivated

Desirable

• Interest in further study and CPD including research
• Quality Improvement (QI), transformation or innovation training
• Exposure to specialist techniques eg. IR
• Competent in specialist techniques such as CT cardiac scans and CT interventional procedures
• Student supervision responsibilities
• IV cannulation trained and competent
• Broad general radiography experience at student / radiographer level

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Moorfields Eye Hospital is one of the world's leading providers of eye health services and a centre of excellence for ophthalmic care, research and education.

There has never been a more exciting time to join us. Over the coming years, we will deliver major improvements to the way patients access our services, including the implementation of a new Electronic Patient Record system and our move to a new integrated centre for advancing eye health. These developments will transform how we deliver care and create opportunities for innovation, collaboration and service improvement across the organisation.

You'll join a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to delivering exceptional patient care while embracing positive change.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Graduate level qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills and senior operational management experience.
• Evidence of continued professional development within healthcare management or service leadership.

Desirable

• Postgraduate management qualification, NHS management training scheme or equivalent leadership development.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial operational management experience in the NHS or similarly complex environment.
• Experience of managing services against NHS access, waiting list, RTT, booking or patient administration performance standards.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of NHS and healthcare policy, including current operational pressures and relevant access standards.
• Knowledge and awareness of NHS access targets, RTT requirements, data quality and patient administration requirements.

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

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

City Road

City Road

London

EC1V2PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work as part of the Nursing Team in maintaining the provision of a high standard of specialist palliative nursing care for patients and their families. This includes meeting their physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs. To have an understanding of and be able to work within the philosophy of palliative and terminal care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 1 Health and Social care or has worked as a healthcare assistant or student nurse within a healthcare setting e.g., hospice, hospital, nursing home.

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

St Clare Hospice

Address

St Clare Hospice

Hastingwood Road

Hastingwood

Essex

CM17 9JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will manage a diverse portfolio of major and minor capital projects across the Trust estate and wider Frimley Health Integrated Care System (ICS).

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading feasibility studies and design development, including the preparation of whole-scheme budget estimates.
• Developing project briefs with end users and ensuring requirements are clearly defined, agreed and approved.
• Coordinating detailed design information with internal and external design teams.
• Managing projects from inception through to completion, both on and off site.
• Monitoring project budgets, programmes and financial risks, taking early action where required.
• Providing professional and technical advice on capital projects and estate development.
• Identifying appropriate procurement routes in line with Trust Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs).
• Preparing technical specifications and tender documentation for smaller capital schemes and managing the associated tender processes.
• Managing external consultants and contractors, monitoring performance and ensuring high standards of workmanship.
• Building effective relationships with clinical, operational and Estates and Facilities colleagues to ensure project requirements are understood and delivered.
• Providing clear and timely progress updates and formal project reports, including fortnightly reporting where required.
• Maintaining accurate electronic project records, CAD information and technical documentation.
• Ensuring accurate as-built and as-installed drawings are obtained and maintained for completed projects.
• Ensuring projects comply with relevant legislation, Trust policies, procedures, contractual requirements and governance arrangements.
• Supporting the Associate Director of Hard FM with delivery of the capital programme and contributing to the strategic development of the Trust estate.
• Working flexibly across the Frimley Health ICS patch as required.

You will be responsible for ensuring that construction and project activities within your areas of responsibility are undertaken safely and in accordance with relevant legislation, Trust policies and procedures.

This will include ensuring appropriate health and safety information, guidance and training is provided to staff, contractors and other site users, while taking reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work.

We are seeking a solutions-focused and professionally experienced Project Manager who can demonstrate substantial experience of delivering complex capital schemes.

You will have excellent project management and communication skills, with the confidence to:

• Manage budgets and identify financial risks.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver projects to agreed timescales.
• Resolve challenges proactively and maintain momentum throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work collaboratively while taking ownership of your projects and their outcomes.

A 'can-do' attitude, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage projects from concept through to completion are essential.

You will be expected to support the Trust's commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, maintain appropriate confidentiality and comply with information governance, Freedom of Information and other relevant Trust policies and procedures.

You may also be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the level and responsibilities of the post.

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

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications have been received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification in Architecture, Surveying or Engineering or Qualification in a design construction related discipline
• Qualification in a design construction related discipline

Desirable

• Corporate Membership of a construction related institute or body (e.g. RIBA, RICS, CIOB)

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent project management skills
• Able to simultaneously manage a range of complex tasks and prioritise workload
• Strong negotiating skills
• Numerate and comfortable with budgetary management
• Able to deal effectively with other professional staff
• Able to write clear and concise reports
• IT Literate
• Good communicator
• Motivated Team player
• Team player
• Good knowledge of current legislation and regulations in the construction industry

Desirable

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Able to problem solve and innovate
• Self starter
• Proactive and systematic approach to work
• Working knowledge of Auto CAD system
• Good knowledge of current legislation and regulations in the construction industry
• Working knowledge of Auto CAD system
• Google Sketch Up
• Familiarity with NHS procedures, guides and documentation

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of managing complex capital schemes
• Experience of writing specifications and tender documentation

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS or other healthcare environment
• Experience of public sector requirements
• Experience of working with the ProCure 21+/22 processes
• Line management

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

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Street

Slough, Berkshire

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (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

• Registered General Nurse
• Current (or pending) NMC Registration

Desirable

• Trained in the administration of chemotherapy

Experience

Essential

• Competent in basic life support and IV administration
• Acute Medical Nursing Environment
• Teaching and supervising of junior staff

Desirable

• Experienced in working in Haematology

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult / stressful situations
• Able to prioritise workload (self and others) and meet deadlines
• Able to manage a team in the absence of the team leader

Special Requirement

Essential

• To work in other areas of the department when required
• Able to work flexible shifts, weekends and bank holidays as required

Desirable

• Trained on EPIC

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

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

This role requires an individual with experience of providing service to customers. An aptitude for problem solving, great attention to detail and a considered approach is also needed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are also essential.

You will be confident working with all staff across in a wide range of professional groups and demonstrate effective time management and interpersonal skills.

Ability to respond quickly to changing plans and be proactive is also important.

Excellent IT skills are required for this role, particularly Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products. Experience of the Allocate Optima systems and ESR is advantageous, but not essential as training will be provided to the right candidate who can demonstrate aptitude.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training and Professional Development

Essential

• Good standard of education including GCSE level or equivalent in Math's and English Language.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Willing to undertake development and training on the job.

Desirable

• IT qualification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of providing a service to customers using a variety of media.
• Experience and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrable intermediate level knowledge in Excel.
• Experience of working within a team.
• Experience of computerised information systems.

Desirable

• System administration experience.
• Knowledge of the E-Rostering system.
• Previous NHS experience.
• IT systems helpdesk experience.

Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Essential

• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise own workload.
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
• Ability to deliver excellent customer 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Gayton Road

Kings Lynn

PE30 4ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to diploma level or equivalent qualification / experience / knowledge
• NVQ Level 3 in Customer Service / Management of Administration or equivalent knowledge base

Desirable

• ECDL or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in customer service and administration duties
• Experience in the use of IT / computer skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS and / or dealing with customers /range of different people

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of outpatient and waiting list targets, systems and procedures
• Understanding of budgets

Desirable

• Experience of workforce processes including recruitment, appraisal, disciplinary procedures and managing attendance
• Experience of working with patient tracking lists

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 Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals Dorset - Poole/Canford House

Longfleet Road, Poole

Dorset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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