Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Dietitian to join the Dietetic Department at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, on a 12-months fixed-term basis.

As an integral part of the Multidisciplinary Team of Specialist Nurses and Consultants, you will take the advanced dietetic lead role in the provision of dietetic services to gastroenterology and medical inpatients at Watford General Hospital.

The successful applicant will be a source of clinical expertise for Dietetic colleagues and will take a clinical lead in the training of student Dietitians and the supervision of junior staff.

The interviews are scheduled to take place on 19th October 2026.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality expert assessment, management and education for patients requiring specialist dietetic and nutritional intervention, using evidence-based practice and working in accordance with best practice guidelines for acutely ill patients.

You will lead on research and development by initiating, planning and undertaking clinical audits and research projects to evaluate and develop the specialist dietetic service. You will also produce evidence-based resources, protocols, policies and guidelines.

The department is committed to providing a quality service, promoting evidence-based practice, audit and CPD. There are opportunities for training and development and clinical supervision, together with regular journal clubs and study sessions.

About us

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please [email protected] If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

The pharmacy team play a vital role in delivering safe, effective care and supporting each patients health journey.

Hours

Shifts will be between 7am - 6pm Monday - Sunday.

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

Main duties of the job

What Youll Be Doing

You will support a range of clinical and operational activities, including:

• Work alongside the Pharmacy Technicians on medication rounds - there are 3 rounds per day, morning, lunchtime and early evening
• Second checking and dispensing medication
• Work in the pharmacy and on the wings with patients
• Support nurses in clinic and treatment rooms
• Working collaboratively with nurses, GPs, and wider healthcare professionals

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

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

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

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

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

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

What Were Looking For

• An NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Dispensing is essential
• Previous pharmacy experience, whether within community, hospital or a secure environment
• A resilient, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to patient care
• Ability to work effectively in a secure and fastpaced environment

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

Job summary

Exciting opportunity for a Qualified Mammographer.

We would like to hear from self-motivated, enthusiastic Mammographers who possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work within our busy Breast Imaging Service. Candidates must hold PG Cert in Mammography Practice.

The successful applicant will be reliable, friendly, and hardworking withexcellent organisational and communication skills.The ability to integrate well with the existing team and a genuine desire to contribute to service development and quality improvement is essential.Excellent concentration skills, attention to detail with the ability to empathise with and understand client/patient needs.

Bolton Breast Imaging is committed to providing high quality care for all clients/patients attending for Breast Imaging. Imaging is undertaken for Bolton Breast Screening and Symptomatic Services, delivered at the base site at Bolton Royal Hospital, and at our 3 satellite sites in Bolton centre, Radcliffe and Rochdale.

The service fully supports skill mix, with Consultant, Advanced, Enhanced and Assistant/Associate Practitioners. We are a progressive service and are supportive and actively promote continued professional development.

Main duties of the job

The role of a Mammographer is to provide and maintain a high standard of mammography for all patients and clients attending for breast imaging. To work alongside Enhanced and Advanced Practitioners in interventional procedures assisting in core biopsies, VAB's and localisations. To undertake daily, weekly and monthly quality control tests in line with the department's quality assurance programme and report any equipment malfunction or image deterioration promptly. Regular self-assessment and peer review of performance associated with service audit is integral to the role as is continual professional development (CPD).

About us

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated provider of acute, intermediate and community health care serving the population of Bolton. Here at Bolton our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure our patients receive the highest quality of Care and are guided by our trust Values. We are proud that our Trust is a centre of excellence for maternity, neonatal and care for children, and that it has been rated as Good by the Quality Care Commission (CQC).

Come and join our friendly, enthusiastic and supportive team at Bolton Breast Unit.

Situated in an ideal location close to all that Manchester has to offerwith good transport linksto M61 and M60but also close to beautiful countryside.

Job summary

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Temporary Staffing Operational Lead to support the delivery of a safe, effective and compliant temporary staffing service across the Trust. This is a pivotal leadership role within our evolving Temporary Staffing service, focused on operational excellence, workforce sustainability and value for money.

Main duties of the job

As the Temporary Staffing Operational Lead, you will:

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership for the Trust's Temporary Staffing team across Bank and Agency staffing services.
• Support the delivery of a safe, compliant and efficient workforce supply model, helping services maintain safe staffing levels and continuity of care.
• Lead initiatives to increase bank utilisation, reduce agency reliance and improve performance against key staffing KPIs.
• Provide expert advice and support to managers on temporary staffing, workforce planning, agency controls and compliance requirements.
• Oversee workforce systems, operational reporting, governance processes and supplier relationships to ensure high standards of service delivery.
• Support the Temporary Staffing Manager in delivering service improvement, transformation and strategic workforce initiatives.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,600 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job summary

A Care Navigator is a very special person! They are the first port of call for patients and they respond to requests for GP appointments, made by patients either on the phone or in person. With training and support, they will triage the patient non-clinically, and signpost to the appropriate service or person, which may not necessarily be the GP. They will work in a reception hub alongside their colleagues (a team of 12) or on front desk reception.

We are looking for someone who is flexible enough to cover early starts (8am) and late finishes (6.30pm) across the week working around 30 hours per week including a Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at least.

Salary starts at £13.00 per hour with an increase after you pass probation.

If you have applied previously please do not apply again.

Main duties of the job

This is a challenging but very satisfying role.

Patients rely on our care navigators to listen, advise and point them in the right direction. Often, patients themselves do not know what they need in terms of their health and it is up to a trained navigator to support them. Our team prides itself on the care and customer service we offer. Our access to appointments is excellent and prompt, but we rely on our navigators to ensure that the right person is seen at the right time by the right clinician (not necessarily the doctor!) This takes tact and diplomacy as well as patience.

About us

East Trees Health Centre is based in inner city Bristol. We are a training practice with a list size of 15000 patients.

Our practice team comprises of 4 partners, 7 salaried GPs, a paramedic, nurse practitioner, physio, podiatrist,dietitians, care co-ordinator, care navigators, administrators, nurses and pharmacy team. We are a very friendly, close knit team and have regular staff and team meetings to ensure communication is consistent.

Job summary

Kent & Medway Mental Health Trust's All Age Eating Disorders Service specialises in the assessment, diagnosis and NICE concordant treatment of young people and adults with eating disorders (Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder & Otherwise Specified Feeding & Eating Disorders). Additional pathways have been added to the Service with transformation monies including an Enhanced Care pathway and First Episode Rapid Early Intervention in Eating Disorders (FREED) and Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary all age specialist Community Eating Disorder team. The successful Occupational Therapist (OT) will support this innovative multidisciplinary team in delivering the latest evidence based therapeutic support to clients, carers and families of adults and children and young people who access the services. The team is committed to delivering the highest quality service to enable service users live the life they want. This opportunity gives the successful candidate the chance to influence the success of this innovative eating disorder service.

There are two main bases within Kent in Maidstone and Canterbury with a number of outlying clinics. Travel is required across sites in Kent.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for OTs who have enthusiasm for working in specialist mental health services, who are adaptable; enjoy variety, can working independently as well as understanding the importance of team working. You will form part of our patient focused service, providing a high quality, accurate and timely service.

As an occupational therapist you will have the experience in evidence-based practice and skilful use of OT assessments and interventions with personal recovery principles in order to improve service users' quality of life and to support them to do the things they want and need to do and live the life they want and need to lead to build a healthier, more adaptive life beyond eating disorder.

The post holder will perform advanced occupational therapy assessment, develop and deliver an individualised treatment and recovery focused programme.

Under the guidance of the Lead Occupational Therapist and clinical leads, there are opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement, with potential for career progression within Kent and Medway Mental Health Trust.

About us

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

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

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

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

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

Job summary

Are you a qualified Pharmacy Technician looking to make a real difference in patient care?

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Pharmacy Technician to join our multidisciplinary team within Coast & Country PCN, to be based at Holsworthy Medical Centre.

Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Competitive salary, depending on experience

Applications will not be considered unless your application explains how your experience and skills meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification.

INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD EITHER WEEK COMMENCING 12TH OR 26TH OCTOBER 2026.

Benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave plus pro-rata bank holidays
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
• Company sick pay from 6 months

Main duties of the job

Undertaking a patient facing role, you will work alongside GPs, clinical pharmacists, nurses and other healthcare professionals,helping to optimise medicines use, improve patient outcomes, and support the delivery of high-quality care across our PCN population.

You will be supporting the PCN in the achievement of its targets relating to IIF, CQC and QOF.

About us

Our surgery teams work closely together, enjoying the ability to share expertise and resources and to develop their services. Our vision is to continue to improve the quality of care that we provide in alignment with the need of our patient population.

We are able to build on the services already offered by primary care services and offer proactive, personalised, coordinated and more integrated health and social care.

Job summary

Job Overview

We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Domiciliary Care Assistant to provide high-quality care and support to individuals in their own homes.

You will support clients with their daily needs, promote independence, and help maintain their health, safety and wellbeing. Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Support clients with mobility and transfers.
• Assist with medication in line with care plans and organisational procedures.
• Prepare meals and support with eating and drinking where required.
• Carry out light household duties, including cleaning and laundry.
• Follow individual care plans and respect clients' preferences and choices.
• Complete accurate care records and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional standards.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies or changes in a client's condition.
• Promote dignity, independence and choice at all times.

About us

What We Offer

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives while developing your skills and experience within the health and social care sector. Full training and support will be provided to help you succeed in the role.

Job summary

Mosaic Healthcare consists of 3 practices (Crown Heights Medical Centre, Odiham & Old Basing Health Centres and Bramblys Grange Medical Practice) located in or near Basingstoke. We have a combined patient population of circa 60,000 patients spread between Basingstoke town centre and semi-rural areas such as Odiham.

We currently have a full time vacancy for 37.5 hours per week at Bramblys Grange Medical Practice and a part time vacancy for 22.5 hrs per week at Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres.

Main duties of the job

To improve patients' health outcomes and the efficiency of the primary care network (PCN) pharmacy team by providing direct, accessible and timely medicines expertise as part of a multi-disciplinary team. To pro-actively complete workloads relating to medicines optimisation issues from other clinical staff to improve patient care, safety and outcomes.

The Clinical Pharmacist must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and enrol in, or already be qualified from, an approved 18-month training pathway or equivalent that equips the Clinical Pharmacist to be able to practice and prescribe safely and effectively in a primary care setting, for example, the CPPE Clinical Pharmacist training pathway, followed by the independent prescribing course.

About us

We are committed to building a multi-disciplinary team and want to build on the pharmacy resource already within the PCN. All our ARRS staff are supported by an education lead to ensure we meet the aspirations of both the team member and the surgeries. The pharmacy team are also supported by a lead pharmacist.

Benefits include:

NHS Pension

Employee Discount Scheme

Study Days

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

W0022-26-0002

Job locations

Bramblys Grange Medical centre

Dickson House

Alencon Link

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG21 7AN

United Kingdom

The Old Basing Health Centre, Manor Lane

Old Basing

BASINGSTOKE

Hampshire

RG24 7AE

United Kingdom

The Odiham Health Centre

Deer Park View

Odiham

HOOK

Hampshire

RG29 1JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

a. work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using their expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas;

b. be a prescriber, or completing training to become a prescriber on completion of the 18-month training pathway, and work with and alongside the general practice team;

c. be responsible for the care management of patients with chronic diseases and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy, especially older people, people in care homes, those with multiple co-morbidities (in particular frailty, COPD and asthma) and people with learning disabilities or autism (through STOMP Stop Over Medication Programme)

d. provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines whilst helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients at the PCNs practices and to help in tackling inequalities;

e. provide leadership on person-centered medicines optimisation (including ensuring prescribers in the practice conserve antibiotics in line with local antimicrobial stewardship guidance) and quality improvement, whilst contributing to the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services;

f. through structured medication reviews, support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote selfcare;

g. have a leadership role in supporting further integration of general practice with the wider healthcare teams (including community and hospital pharmacy) to help improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage general practice workload;

h. develop relationships and work closely with other pharmacy professionals across PCNs and the wider health and social care system;

i. take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, clinical research with medicines, liaison with specialist pharmacists (including mental health and reduction of inappropriate antipsychotic use in people with learning disabilities), liaison with community pharmacists and anticoagulation; and

j. be part of a professional clinical network and have access to appropriate clinical supervision. Each clinical pharmacist must receive a minimum of one supervision session per month by a senior clinical / advanced practice pharmacist;

k. the senior clinical / advanced practice pharmacist must receive a minimum of one supervision session every three months by a GP clinical supervisor;

l. each clinical pharmacist/senior clinical pharmacist/advanced practice pharmacist will have access to an assigned GP clinical supervisor for support and development.

m. a ratio of one senior clinical / advanced practice pharmacist to no more than five junior clinical pharmacists, with appropriate peer support and supervision in place.

n. undertakes clinical audits as agreed with the Prescribing Lead

*Please read the full attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities a. work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using their expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas;b. be a prescriber, or completing training to become a prescriber on completion of the 18-month training pathway, and work with and alongside the general practice team;c. be responsible for the care management of patients with chronic diseases and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy, especially older people, people in care homes, those with multiple co-morbidities (in particular frailty, COPD and asthma) and people with learning disabilities or autism (through STOMP Stop Over Medication Programme)d. provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines whilst helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients at the PCNs practices and to help in tackling inequalities;e. provide leadership on person-centered medicines optimisation (including ensuring prescribers in the practice conserve antibiotics in line with local antimicrobial stewardship guidance) and quality improvement, whilst contributing to the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services;f. through structured medication reviews, support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote selfcare;g. have a leadership role in supporting further integration of general practice with the wider healthcare teams (including community and hospital pharmacy) to help improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage general practice workload;h. develop relationships and work closely with other pharmacy professionals across PCNs and the wider health and social care system;i. take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, clinical research with medicines, liaison with specialist pharmacists (including mental health and reduction of inappropriate antipsychotic use in people with learning disabilities), liaison with community pharmacists and anticoagulation; andj. be part of a professional clinical network and have access to appropriate clinical supervision. Each clinical pharmacist must receive a minimum of one supervision session per month by a senior clinical / advanced practice pharmacist;k. the senior clinical / advanced practice pharmacist must receive a minimum of one supervision session every three months by a GP clinical supervisor;l. each clinical pharmacist/senior clinical pharmacist/advanced practice pharmacist will have access to an assigned GP clinical supervisor for support and development.m. a ratio of one senior clinical / advanced practice pharmacist to no more than five junior clinical pharmacists, with appropriate peer support and supervision in place.n. undertakes clinical audits as agreed with the Prescribing Lead*Please read the full attached job description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of working in a GP practice
• Strong organisational and IT skills

Desirable

• Experience with EMIS
• Experience with Docman
• Experience with Accurx

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with GPhC

Desirable

• Independent Prescribing
• Additional specialty qualifications
• CPPE Primary Care Pathway

Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in primary care Experience of working in a GP practice Strong organisational and IT skills Desirable Experience with EMIS Experience with Docman Experience with Accurx Qualifications Essential Registered with GPhC Desirable Independent Prescribing Additional specialty qualifications CPPE Primary Care Pathway

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mosaic Primary Care Network

Address

Bramblys Grange Medical centre

Dickson House

Alencon Link

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG21 7AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mosaic Primary Care Network

Address

Bramblys Grange Medical centre

Dickson House

Alencon Link

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG21 7AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is an excellent time to join the University. We are embarking on a significant HR Systems Transformation programme alongside finalising a major Finance system re-implementation. As part of this journey, we are looking for a specialist practitioner who can help maintain our business-as-usual HR systems operations.

This is a hands-on specialist role for someone who thrives on problem-solving, operational leadership and team management. You will lead the day-to-day delivery of HR Data and Systems services, ensuring business-as-usual activity remains effective and resilient whilst enabling senior members of the team to focus their capacity on delivering the HR Systems Transformation Programme.

As our HR Systems and Data Operational Lead, you will provide operational leadership for the HR Data and Systems team whilst acting as the University's lead operational subject matter expert for iTrent and associated HR systems. You will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of business-as-usual services, maintaining system stability, and supporting the ongoing development of HR systems and processes.

Main duties of the job

The role has been created to strengthen operational resilience during a significant period of systems change. By managing team workloads, supporting service delivery and leading the resolution of operational issues, you will create capacity for senior Data and Systems colleagues to focus on the delivery of the HR Systems Transformation Programme.

You will provide day-to-day leadership and management of a specialist HR Data and Systems team, acting as a point of escalation for complex system and data issues, co-ordinating workloads and priorities, and ensuring service standards are maintained during periods of high demand.

Working closely with colleagues across HR, Payroll, Recruitment, Finance, IT Services and external suppliers, you will help ensure that HR systems remain stable, effective and responsive to business needs throughout the transformation journey. The role offers significant autonomy and requires strong judgement, technical expertise and the ability to operate independently.

You will also play a key role in statutory and sector reporting activities, including supporting the delivery of the annual HESA Staff Return through data validation, coding, reporting and submission activities, helping to ensure the accuracy and integrity of workforce data.

This is an opportunity to play a key role within an ambitious transformation programme while helping to maintain and improve the systems and data that support our people.

About us

Loughborough University:

Universities are one of this countrys greatest assets. Were educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselvesin the pursuit of better.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are of vital importance to the University and the HR department. We have made strides in recent years, but recognise we have significant work to do to achieve our plans to become an anti-racist organisation and one at which EDI is embedded in all that we do.

Together we are creating an environment in which diverse individuals can belong, develop and thrive. We will expect you to share that commitment too.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£35,608 to £46,049 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

N0089-REQ260685

Job locations

Epinal Way

Loughborough University

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE11 3TU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Strong hands on iTrent experience
• HESA (Higher Education Statistic Agency) Staff returns delivery experience
• Higher Education HR Systems Experience
• Experience of leading a team

For more information please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attachment for more details

Job description Job responsibilities Strong hands on iTrent experienceHESA (Higher Education Statistic Agency) Staff returns delivery experienceHigher Education HR Systems ExperienceExperience of leading a teamFor more information please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attachment for more details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of HR Systems in particular Higher Education

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent experience Experience Essential Experience of HR Systems in particular Higher Education

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information 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

Loughborough University

Address

Epinal Way

Loughborough University

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE11 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lboro.ac.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Loughborough University

Address

Epinal Way

Loughborough University

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE11 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lboro.ac.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for experienced and motivated Band 6 Paramedics to join our Emergency Department team in a new Initial Assessment and Triage Paramedic role. Working at the front door of the Emergency Department, you will provide rapid clinical assessment and triage for both adult and paediatric patients arriving as walk-ins and by ambulance.

Register Your Interest

Register your interest today with just your name and email address and you'll be invited to our upcoming VirtualRecruitment Event, taking place on 8 and 9 October. You will only need to attend one of these sessions.

It's your opportunity to find out more about joining our organisation, including our working environment, career development opportunities, training and support, and what you can expect from life as part of our team.

A Simple Route to Apply

We know your time is valuable, so we've kept the process straightforward. Following the Virtual Recruitment Event, candidates who wish to progress will complete a short online assessment featuring four competency-based questions to demonstrate your experience, skills and suitability for the role.

Interviews will take place from 23-26 October.

This advert is for registration of interest only. Next steps will be provided during the Virtual Recruitment Event.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will rapidly assess and triage adult and paediatric patients attending the Emergency Department, identifying acuity, clinical risk and the most appropriate onward pathway. They will initiate investigations and treatment within their scope of practice, recognise and escalate deteriorating patients, identify opportunities for alternative pathways such as ambulatory or same-day emergency care, and discharge patients directly where appropriate, within professional competence.

Using the National Acuity Scoring system, you will identify clinical priority, recognise deterioration and ensure patients are directed to the most appropriate pathway. This is a highly autonomous role requiring confident clinical decision-making, effective communication and the ability to manage patient flow while delivering direct patient care.

A key element of the role will be supporting safe and effective ambulance flow. The post holder will work closely with ambulance crews, SWAST operational staff and the wider Emergency Department team to prioritise patients awaiting handover, support timely transfer of care and improve ambulance turnaround. The role will combine rapid clinical assessment, autonomous decision-making, patient streaming and flow management with direct hands-on patient care.

Applicants must be HCPC registered Paramedics with a minimum of two years' post-registration experience, with an enthusiasm for developing their practice within the Emergency Department.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

The Trust Resuscitation Manager is the operational and professional lead for resuscitation services across the Trust, working in partnership with the Nurse Consultant for Deteriorating Patient and Clinical Skills to ensure patients receive safe, effective and evidence-based emergency care. The role provides strategic leadership, operational management, clinical expertise and educational oversight, ensuring the organisation meets national standards, regulatory requirements and best practice in resuscitation and deteriorating patient care

Main duties of the job

• Manage the day-to-day operational delivery of the Resuscitation Team, including line management, workforce planning and service development.
• Lead the Trust's resuscitation governance framework, providing assurance through audit, performance monitoring, risk management and reporting to senior committees.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate high-quality resuscitation education programmes, including Immediate Life Support (ILS), simulation training and competency assessment.
• Act as the Trust's expert adviser on resuscitation, deteriorating patient care and emergency response, supporting clinical teams across all services.
• Lead the review, development and implementation of resuscitation and deteriorating patient policies, procedures and clinical guidelines.
• Drive continuous quality improvement through audit, research, simulation, innovation and the implementation of evidence-based practice.
• Lead the Trust's cardiac arrest audit programme, emergency equipment assurance and simulation to improve patient outcomes.
• Provide expert advice on the procurement, standardisation and governance of resuscitation equipment across the organisation.
• Build strong multidisciplinary relationships with clinical, operational and executive colleagues
• Represent the Trust locally, regionally and nationally, maintaining awareness of emerging evidence and influencing the future development of resuscitation services.

About us

At Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL), you'll be part of one of the UK's most diverse and forward-thinking NHS organisations, caring for people across mental health, community health, learning disabilities, addictions, sexual health, dentistry and health and justice services. Serving more than two million people across London, Milton Keynes and beyond, CNWL is committed to delivering compassionate, innovative and evidence-based care.

This is an exciting time to join our Nursing Directorate. We are transforming how we recognise and respond to deteriorating patients through digital innovation, simulation, patient safety improvement and multidisciplinary collaboration. As Trust Resuscitation Manager, you'll have the opportunity to influence care at scale--working alongside passionate clinicians, educators and leaders to shape strategy, improve patient outcomes and embed a culture of continuous learning. Whether leading Trust-wide initiatives, developing future clinical leaders or introducing innovative approaches to resuscitation and deteriorating patient care, your work will have a lasting impact across a diverse range of services and communities.

At CNWL, we value curiosity, collaboration and continuous improvement. We invest in our people, encourage innovation and provide opportunities to develop professionally while making a genuine difference to the lives of patients, families and colleagues every day.

Job summary

Make a Difference with CNWL Health & Justice

CNWL is aTop Employer Award Winner, delivering high-quality healthcare to diverse communities across London and beyond. We are looking for a motivated and compassionateOccupational Therapist to join our supportive Health & Justice team across the Surrey Prisons Cluster.

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people in secure settings, helping to improve health outcomes, promote wellbeing and reduce health inequalities. Working within our prison healthcare service, you will be part of a forward-thinking multidisciplinary team providing high-quality care across a 7-day service.

Guided by our motto,"Caring, Not Judging,"we work alongside the criminal justice system and partner agencies to deliver responsive, person-centred primary care and mental health services that support recovery,rehabilitationand social inclusion.

Join an award-winning team where your skills, compassion andexpertisecan have a lasting impact.

Find out whatit'slike to work with us:Hear from our Health & Justice staff

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapist (OT) will oversee the development and implementation of occupational therapy within the mental health serviceswithin their location(s) of work. They will be supported by a Band 7 OT who will be overseeing the growth of OTservicesin our Surrey prisons.

They will manage a caseload ofpatientsin prison with complex, severe and enduring mental health needs, providing interventions which support and promote improved health. The caseload will be OT specific work, utilising an effective referral process. They will also provide input into the Neurodiverse pathway of care.

The post holder will work in conjunction with the multi-disciplined team to promote the understanding of the OT perspective and its application to working with this client group.

The post holder will workalongsidesenior staff in the MDT to support the development of services. They will also support directorate wide development of OT as part of a supportive and friendly Health and Justice OT network.

The post holder will provide an Occupational Therapy perspective whilst engaging and contributing to professional meetings such as CPA, multi-agency case reviews, risk management meetings, and any other meetings related to the care and treatment of the prisoners in our care.

The post holder will also act as an educator to students on practice placement, as part of the AHP fair share agreement.

About us

Why Join Our Team?

At CNWL, we are committed to supporting your wellbeing,development and career progression. You'llbenefitfromregular supervision,personalised development plans,specialist training opportunities,preceptorshipprogrammesandrevalidation support,helping you achieve your professional goals.

We value and celebrate our staff through initiatives such as ourHidden Gem Awardsand annual staff recognition events.You'llalso have access to a wide range of health and wellbeing services, ensuring you feel supported both at work and beyond.

ThroughMyTrustBenefits, you and your family can access over 1,400 discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment and dining, alongside free online learning resources to support your personal and professional development.

Staff based at our Surrey sites enjoyadditionalbenefits, includingfree onsite parkingandcomplimentary access to leisure facilities, making it easier to stay active, prioritise wellbeing and save money.

Join an award-winning organisation whereyou'llfeel valued, supported and empowered to make a real difference every day.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year per annum inc. HCAS (pro rata if P/T)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

333-D-HJ-2072-A

Job locations

HMP Downview

Surrey

SM2 5PJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

• To providespecialist OT clinical knowledge in theassessment,treatment & evaluation of people within prison. Applying anunderstanding of the effects of multiple,enduring & complex mental health needs onoccupational performance.
• To carry out mental health & risk assessment, for a caseload of service users & offer regular monitoring of mental state.
• To work autonomously providing clinical professional judgement in clinical cases & referring to team members when necessary.
• To contribute in the development of specialist individual & group programmes, supporting service users in achieving valued goals & satisfactory occupational performance outcome. Providing advice & support on lifestyle changes &d adaptations where necessary.
• To select & use validated, evidence based standardised assessment tools (Occupational Therapy assessment, screening tools, sensory profiles etc) routinely &, exhibit, advanced clinical reasoning skills.
• To monitor & evaluate the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions & the agreed mental health interventions against clear aims.
• To facilitate smooth transitions for service users between prisons & different service settings (i.e. prison to community). Establishing links & working in collaboration with partner agencies in order to contribute & manage aspects of an individuals care plan.
• To support service users & colleagues in ensuring care plans are developed in partnership with service users & that they reflect personal recovery goals. These should be strengths-based & oriented towards reinforcing a positive identity and developing valued social roles.
• To provide carewhich is culturallyappropriate & sensitive,demonstrates trauma awareness & recognises the needs of the individual with regards to accessibility
• To proactively undertake & ensure rigorous risk assessment & risk management strategies are applied. To ensure maximum risk tolerance facilitates the individuals recovery, in line with risk policies & local guidelines.
• To be aware of & sensitive to safeguarding needs at all times, & knowledgeable both about potential indicators of abuse or neglect & about what to do if they had concerns about apersons welfare.
• To facilitate the development of, & to work within, clinical pathways & protocols with particular reference to the CNWL Occupational Therapy care pathways & the Health and Justice OT pathway.
• To be aware of medication issues in line with the CNWL OT Medication Management guidelines
• To provide specialist OT input into the Neurodiverse pathway, working alongside CNWL colleagues & HMPPS Neurodiverse Service Manager for each site.

Communication

• Todemonstrate excellent communication skills with service users, forming positive therapeutic relationships, using warmth & empathy, enabling service user empowerment.
• To develop & maintaineffective professional communication structures withother professionals & agencies in order to ensure a comprehensive & consistent approach to client care.
• To provide & receive highly complex, sensitive, condition related or distressing/unwelcome information to service users and carersdemonstratingempathy and reassurance.
• To ensure careful & efficient forms of communication skills when assessing & managing risk procedures within & beyond the prison service, inlinewith confidentiality agreements.
• To demonstrateskills and resourcefulness in communication when barriers to understanding are present.
• To promote the role of OT within services;representingan OT clinical perspective in all clinical meetings
• To participatein OT, multi-disciplinary, clinical and business meetings
• To ensure timely response to emails & requests for information.
• To work in close co-operation with OT colleagues within the Trust contributing to relevant OT business/training meetings, both locally & trust-wide.
• To provide feedback, to OT & MDT colleagues, from specialist interest groups & committees.

Documentation

• To ensure that up to date,accurate,concise & informative records are written & maintained in the service users notes, on Prison & health care systems (CNOMIS and System One).
• To attend & actively participatein relevant meetings,conferences & events, relating topatients health & care programmes.
• To maintainaccurate supervision records (junior staff & students) as defined in the Trust OT Guidelines, including the maintenance of a supervision record log.

ManagementAndLeadership

• To provide input into the recruitment of staff whereappropriate.
• To contribute to the writing of local protocols with regard tospecialist OT knowledge.
• To participate in OT & department specific training packages to promote awareness & understanding of health wellbeing within a prison population.

Personal and Professional Development

• To keep abreast of changing clinical practice, new developments,evidence based practice & research
• To contribute to activities, which continue to build on a culture of shared learning & evidence basedpractice
• To undertake activities of Continuous Professional Development including identifying own learning needs & recording learning outcomes in a portfolio.
• To assume personal responsibility for maintaininga working knowledge of new statutory guidelines that influence clinical practice.
• To maintain a professional knowledge base & act as a resource to others regardingspecialist areas of expertise i.e. occupational therapy, perinatal mental health conditions, parent infant interaction, child development, parenting skills assessment, health promotion,recovery & social inclusion.

Supervision and Appraisal

• To review & reflect on own practice & performance; & that of others, through effective use of supervision, reflective practice, operational management supervision, CPD & appraisal
• To participatein the Trusts supervision and appraisal systems in conjunction with service managers/Head Occupational Therapist, ensuring that relevant training needs areidentifiedand met throughtimelyaccess/delivery.
• To ensure a robust framework for the provision of regular and qualitative supervision and appraisal for students, junior staff, volunteers & sessional workers as required.
• To offer learning and development opportunities to other professionals with regard tooccupation within perinatal mental health, and other OT specialist skills
• To be an educator for OT students on practice placement, in line with local guidelines, ensuring that practice placement educators facilitateplacements for the required number of weeks as per the AHP fair share agreement.
• To contribute to effective peer supervision if relevant
• To ensure timelybooking and attendance of mandatory and statutory training. Failure to do this mayprecludefurther learning and development opportunities.
• To contribute to multi-disciplinary training initiatives

Clinical Governance

• To be knowledgeable about best practise for safeguarding, with support of supervision and the directorate Safegaurdinglead and support forums
• To apply national and Trust wide guidelines/standards of practice in line with Trust and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists standards and guidelines
• To work as an autonomous practitioner, assuming accountability for own clinical practice
• To maintainand observe confidentiality of all information relating to service users as laid down in the confidentiality and Caldecott principles.
• To ensure compliance with relevant guidelines and policies e.g. safety and risk, DOLS, care act, Mental Health Act etc.

Service Development and Delivery

• To contribute, as part of the MDT to new initiatives and service development
• To ensure comprehensive knowledge of the services KPIs, quality and performance initiatives; ensuringtimelyresponse and contribution of the OT Service provision.
• To ensure comprehensive knowledge of the Trust Recovery agenda e.g. Recovery and Wellbeing College
• To contribute to defined projects as directed by the Health and Justice Lead Occupational Therapist
• To contribute to and participate, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, to the operational design and delivery of quality improvement initiatives within the service
• To autonomously maintaina working knowledge of new statutory guidelines, particularly those relating to perinatal mental health
• To take an active role in seeking user, carerandstakeholdersfeedback to help shape and influence the further development of the services.

Research AndDevelopment

• To participate in local & Trust-wide OT service activities that promote & contribute to the building of knowledge & evidence base for the benefit of the professional body of occupational therapy.
• To include making use of the support networks available throughout the Trust e.g. Special Interest Groups, forums andsub groups; & MDT team training sessions
• To undertake, participate in &disseminate research & audit activities in line with local service priorities.
• To participate in & implement service activities related to clinical effectiveness via evaluation, audit, research & evidence basedpractice; ensuring active participation of the OT Team in such activities.
• To take a lead, within the MDT, in promoting a culture that focuses on all service users occupational needs, recovery principles & social inclusion

Professional Ethics

• To adhere to the HCPC & RCOT Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct, demonstratingprofessional competence and fitness to practice
• To maintainknowledge of legislation that affects clinical practice within prison health care such as MHA Act,

Emotional Effort

• To provide care for service users whomaybe comedistressed or present with challenging behaviour.
• To use available resources & protected spaces to support own wellbeing.

Work Conditions

• To have the ability to work within an environment that may expose individuals to verbal & physical abuse.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To providespecialist OT clinical knowledge in theassessment,treatment & evaluation of people within prison. Applying anunderstanding of the effects of multiple,enduring & complex mental health needs onoccupational performance. To carry out mental health & risk assessment, for a caseload of service users & offer regular monitoring of mental state. To work autonomously providing clinical professional judgement in clinical cases & referring to team members when necessary. To contribute in the development of specialist individual & group programmes, supporting service users in achieving valued goals & satisfactory occupational performance outcome. Providing advice & support on lifestyle changes &d adaptations where necessary. To select & use validated, evidence based standardised assessment tools (Occupational Therapy assessment, screening tools, sensory profiles etc) routinely &, exhibit, advanced clinical reasoning skills. To monitor & evaluate the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions & the agreed mental health interventions against clear aims. To facilitate smooth transitions for service users between prisons & different service settings (i.e. prison to community). Establishing links & working in collaboration with partner agencies in order to contribute & manage aspects of an individuals care plan. To support service users & colleagues in ensuring care plans are developed in partnership with service users & that they reflect personal recovery goals. These should be strengths-based & oriented towards reinforcing a positive identity and developing valued social roles. To provide carewhich is culturallyappropriate & sensitive,demonstrates trauma awareness & recognises the needs of the individual with regards to accessibility To proactively undertake & ensure rigorous risk assessment & risk management strategies are applied. To ensure maximum risk tolerance facilitates the individuals recovery, in line with risk policies & local guidelines. To be aware of & sensitive to safeguarding needs at all times, & knowledgeable both about potential indicators of abuse or neglect & about what to do if they had concerns about apersons welfare. To facilitate the development of, & to work within, clinical pathways & protocols with particular reference to the CNWL Occupational Therapy care pathways & the Health and Justice OT pathway. To be aware of medication issues in line with the CNWL OT Medication Management guidelines To provide specialist OT input into the Neurodiverse pathway, working alongside CNWL colleagues & HMPPS Neurodiverse Service Manager for each site. Communication Todemonstrate excellent communication skills with service users, forming positive therapeutic relationships, using warmth & empathy, enabling service user empowerment. To develop & maintaineffective professional communication structures withother professionals & agencies in order to ensure a comprehensive & consistent approach to client care. To provide & receive highly complex, sensitive, condition related or distressing/unwelcome information to service users and carersdemonstratingempathy and reassurance. To ensure careful & efficient forms of communication skills when assessing & managing risk procedures within & beyond the prison service, inlinewith confidentiality agreements. To demonstrateskills and resourcefulness in communication when barriers to understanding are present. To promote the role of OT within services;representingan OT clinical perspective in all clinical meetings To participatein OT, multi-disciplinary, clinical and business meetings To ensure timely response to emails & requests for information. To work in close co-operation with OT colleagues within the Trust contributing to relevant OT business/training meetings, both locally & trust-wide. To provide feedback, to OT & MDT colleagues, from specialist interest groups & committees. Documentation To ensure that up to date,accurate,concise & informative records are written & maintained in the service users notes, on Prison & health care systems (CNOMIS and System One). To attend & actively participatein relevant meetings,conferences & events, relating topatients health & care programmes. To maintainaccurate supervision records (junior staff & students) as defined in the Trust OT Guidelines, including the maintenance of a supervision record log. ManagementAndLeadership To provide input into the recruitment of staff whereappropriate. To contribute to the writing of local protocols with regard tospecialist OT knowledge. To participate in OT & department specific training packages to promote awareness & understanding of health wellbeing within a prison population. Personal and Professional Development To keep abreast of changing clinical practice, new developments,evidence based practice & research To contribute to activities, which continue to build on a culture of shared learning & evidence basedpractice To undertake activities of Continuous Professional Development including identifying own learning needs & recording learning outcomes in a portfolio. To assume personal responsibility for maintaininga working knowledge of new statutory guidelines that influence clinical practice. To maintain a professional knowledge base & act as a resource to others regardingspecialist areas of expertise i.e. occupational therapy, perinatal mental health conditions, parent infant interaction, child development, parenting skills assessment, health promotion,recovery & social inclusion. Supervision and Appraisal To review & reflect on own practice & performance; & that of others, through effective use of supervision, reflective practice, operational management supervision, CPD & appraisal To participatein the Trusts supervision and appraisal systems in conjunction with service managers/Head Occupational Therapist, ensuring that relevant training needs areidentifiedand met throughtimelyaccess/delivery. To ensure a robust framework for the provision of regular and qualitative supervision and appraisal for students, junior staff, volunteers & sessional workers as required. To offer learning and development opportunities to other professionals with regard tooccupation within perinatal mental health, and other OT specialist skills To be an educator for OT students on practice placement, in line with local guidelines, ensuring that practice placement educators facilitateplacements for the required number of weeks as per the AHP fair share agreement. To contribute to effective peer supervision if relevant To ensure timelybooking and attendance of mandatory and statutory training. Failure to do this mayprecludefurther learning and development opportunities. To contribute to multi-disciplinary training initiatives Clinical Governance To be knowledgeable about best practise for safeguarding, with support of supervision and the directorate Safegaurdinglead and support forums To apply national and Trust wide guidelines/standards of practice in line with Trust and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists standards and guidelines To work as an autonomous practitioner, assuming accountability for own clinical practice To maintainand observe confidentiality of all information relating to service users as laid down in the confidentiality and Caldecott principles. To ensure compliance with relevant guidelines and policies e.g. safety and risk, DOLS, care act, Mental Health Act etc. Service Development and Delivery To contribute, as part of the MDT to new initiatives and service development To ensure comprehensive knowledge of the services KPIs, quality and performance initiatives; ensuringtimelyresponse and contribution of the OT Service provision. To ensure comprehensive knowledge of the Trust Recovery agenda e.g. Recovery and Wellbeing College To contribute to defined projects as directed by the Health and Justice Lead Occupational Therapist To contribute to and participate, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, to the operational design and delivery of quality improvement initiatives within the service To autonomously maintaina working knowledge of new statutory guidelines, particularly those relating to perinatal mental health To take an active role in seeking user, carerandstakeholdersfeedback to help shape and influence the further development of the services. Research AndDevelopment To participate in local & Trust-wide OT service activities that promote & contribute to the building of knowledge & evidence base for the benefit of the professional body of occupational therapy. To include making use of the support networks available throughout the Trust e.g. Special Interest Groups, forums andsub groups; & MDT team training sessions To undertake, participate in &disseminate research & audit activities in line with local service priorities. To participate in & implement service activities related to clinical effectiveness via evaluation, audit, research & evidence basedpractice; ensuring active participation of the OT Team in such activities. To take a lead, within the MDT, in promoting a culture that focuses on all service users occupational needs, recovery principles & social inclusion Professional Ethics To adhere to the HCPC & RCOT Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct, demonstratingprofessional competence and fitness to practice To maintainknowledge of legislation that affects clinical practice within prison health care such as MHA Act, Emotional Effort To provide care for service users whomaybe comedistressed or present with challenging behaviour. To use available resources & protected spaces to support own wellbeing. Work Conditions To have the ability to work within an environment that may expose individuals to verbal & physical abuse.

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

Desirable

• Post graduate training specific to mental health
• Qualifications/training in specialist skills eg. therapeutic/sensory interventions
• Practice placement educators course

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Post qualification experience working in mental health services
• Experience in participating in audit / research projects
• Experience in developing service activities
• Experience in using a range of standardised OT assessments
• Experience of effective partnership working, with external providers, in promoting socially inclusive opportunities for service users.
• Experience in completing Risk Assessment Tools

Desirable

• Experience in prison and/or secure settings
• Experience of supervising students/junior staff

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES

Essential

• Ability to deal with sensitivities and complexities, using interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills i.e. written, verbal, listening and proficient use of up to date systems of communication i.e. IT systems, e-mail, fax, telephone etc.
• Knowledge of personal recovery principles and their application to service delivery
• Clear concept of Occupational Therapy and models of practice
• Ability to work autonomously, on own initiative and under pressure to meet deadlines; & to make and action decisions independently within agreed time frames
• Ability to regularly identify and undertake appropriate learning and development opportunities as part of ongoing CPD
• Ability to determine the impact of mental and physical conditions on a service user's functional ability and undertake assessment/make recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations

Desirable

• Delivery of formal presentations and teaching sessions

ATTITUDES, APTITUDES PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Essential

• Demonstrates a commitment to personal development
• Demonstrates an enthusiasm for the post
• Ability to work independently and is self motivated

OTHER

Essential

• Ability to promote anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practices

Person Specification EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy HCPC registered Occupational Therapist Desirable Post graduate training specific to mental health Qualifications/training in specialist skills eg. therapeutic/sensory interventions Practice placement educators course PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential Post qualification experience working in mental health services Experience in participating in audit / research projects Experience in developing service activities Experience in using a range of standardised OT assessments Experience of effective partnership working, with external providers, in promoting socially inclusive opportunities for service users. Experience in completing Risk Assessment Tools Desirable Experience in prison and/or secure settings Experience of supervising students/junior staff SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES Essential Ability to deal with sensitivities and complexities, using interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills i.e. written, verbal, listening and proficient use of up to date systems of communication i.e. IT systems, e-mail, fax, telephone etc. Knowledge of personal recovery principles and their application to service delivery Clear concept of Occupational Therapy and models of practice Ability to work autonomously, on own initiative and under pressure to meet deadlines; & to make and action decisions independently within agreed time frames Ability to regularly identify and undertake appropriate learning and development opportunities as part of ongoing CPD Ability to determine the impact of mental and physical conditions on a service user's functional ability and undertake assessment/make recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations Desirable Delivery of formal presentations and teaching sessions ATTITUDES, APTITUDES PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Essential Demonstrates a commitment to personal development Demonstrates an enthusiasm for the post Ability to work independently and is self motivated OTHER Essential Ability to promote anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practices

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Downview

Surrey

SM2 5PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Downview

Surrey

SM2 5PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

To provide specialised rehabilitation assessment, education, advice and treatment to adult patients in the intermediate care unit who have a range of health and social care needs. To enable these patients to reach their maximum functional potential and facilitate safe discharges.

To independently manage a defined caseload of patients, contributing to the provision of the physiotherapy service

To undertake seven-day service provision where required.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a specialised physiotherapy assessment and treatment service without direct supervision for delegated patients with varying degrees of physical, psychological and sensory impairment often with multi-pathology and pre-existing co-morbidities.
• To plan, implement and evaluate treatment and management programmes to ensure the identified needs of the individual are met at all stages of the rehabilitation process or disease progression.

• To educate and advise patients, their families and carers in order to facilitate self-management of their condition and optimise their rehabilitation potential and quality of life.
• To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team working collaboratively with other members of the team and recognising the skills and expertise of others.
• To provide support and supervision to rehabilitation support workers, therapy technicians and delegated undergraduate physiotherapy students, including monthly supervision and annual appraisal.
• To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
• To maintain clinical records as an autonomous practitioner.
• The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager.

About us

The Hawthorn Intermediate Care Unit (HICU) is situated in the grounds of Hillingdon Hospital but owned by Central and North West London Trust.

HICU offers physical rehabilitation to Adults aged 18years + for a varying range of physical disabilities.

CNWL is devoted to staff development and enhancing staff well-being at work.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a senior Occupational Therapist to join our Mental Health Inpatient Service in our male PICU (psychiatric intensive care unit) Ward.

We will provide you with the opportunities to develop your skills, depending on your needs and goals. We are keen for people to develop in their area of interest tomotivate and enrich our team. There is also the support of a broad and experienced senior MDT.

We are looking for people who are passionate about occupational therapy and want the opportunity to focus on their clinical OT skills, and who have ideas to grow and develop the occupational therapy provision within inpatient services. Once in post you will be afforded the time and space to engage in specialised training and development opportunities to help you become a more enhanced practitioner.

We adhere to the belief that it is better to grow and develop our own staff; this is demonstrated in the fact that many of our senior colleagues were supported and promoted in-house.

The team serves the diverse and vibrant population of Brent, named London Borough of Culture 2020 and 'Council of the Year' at the LGC Awards 2020. The team works flexibly/compressed hours to allow for OT provision to meet the needs of the service users throughout their day and find it also maintains staff wellbeing by providing more time to focus on their own interests and needs outside of work.

Hours are: 3 days working : 8-6.30, 1 day working 8-4, 1 day non working day.

Main duties of the job

Occupational therapists hold a key role within the Inpatient Team providing occupational therapy service and expertise; which will include individual and group work, assessment, intervention and evaluation in accordance with the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.

You will be using MOHO and other evidence-based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further on-going care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.

The role requires integrated evidence-based practice and skilful use of assessments & interventions with personal recovery principles, in order to improve the service users' quality of life and to support them to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead.

You would need to be committed to working within recovery principles. The successful applicant will be self-motivated with a desire to work in mental health, and willing to learn and grow within the team.

This post receives supervision from the Acute Lead OT (Band 7) and in addition there is a great support network working alongside other OTs in the borough and across the trust. Opportunities for training, reflective practice, case formulation using Trauma Informed Approaches, skill sharing and several other projects are available ongoingly.

About us

• Specialised OT & Mental health training comprehensive offer of OT to OT training sessions, as well as specialised training depending on area of interest such as sensory integration and trauma informed care.
• Shadow and develop skills in our neighbouring services including HTT, EIS, the memory clinic and community services allowing you to see the full circle of treatment for our patients.
• Mentoring and coachingsessions supporting you with your development and growth into the role, including a bespoke 1:1 induction by Head OT tailored to your specific needs.
• Monthly supervision from the lead OT for Brent Inpatient Services
• You will be supported in developing your management and leadership skills through supervising others, supporting students and developing new initiatives for the service.
• Opportunities to get involved in the established Research and Development structures in Occupational Therapy, including specialist forums and valuable networks.
• A truly inclusive and diverse workspace
• Nationally leading trust wide staff networks
• Staff health and wellbeing schemes
• QI training and support to bring your strengths and skills to service development
• Flexible working

Job summary

We are looking for applications from highly motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who is committed to delivering patient-focused care to work in our Memory assessment service in Brent. The post includes comprehensive assessment of a patient's functioning including neuropsychiatric assessment. Specific to assessment the Occupational Therapist (OT) will utilise MOHO evidence-based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further on going care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.

The post holder will manage a case load of service users who have been referred to the memory service for a suspected dementia, using evidence based and recovery principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment.

We are therefore looking for applicants who either have experience working with Older Adults or Memory services or have a good foundation of transferable skills.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fixed 12 month post in our friendly Memory assessment service in Brent. The successful applicant will be based at Fairfield's House in Kingsbury. This is an ideal opportunity for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to develop their neuropsychiatric skills and gain valuable experience.

The post includes comprehensive assessment of a patient's functioning including neuropsychiatric assessment. Specific to assessment the Occupational Therapist (OT) will utilise MOHO evidence-based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further on going care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.

To provide the Brent Memory Service (BMS) with an Occupational therapy service and expertise; this will include individual and group work, assessment including neuropsychiatric assessment, intervention and evaluation in accordance with the College of OT Code of Ethics.

To work as an integrated member of the memory service responding to referrals and offering assessment, support with diagnosis, liaison with other agencies.

To provide clinical leadership for junior/unqualified staff and students through supervision and appraisal as required.

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About us

CNWL is passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patient's own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Providing op quality caretdepends on our ability to employ the best people. We're always looking torecruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee we're hoping to find our future leaders and we'll support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career. With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more - whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL.

Our catchment area of Brent spans diverse communities, with over 150 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BAME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

Job summary

Are you caring, compassionate and committed to providing the best service possible to patients?

Do you want to help deliver care to people in their homes in the Inner London Boroughs of Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster with an opportunity to work with a supportive skilled team and develop yourself to provide admission avoidance care?

Make a difference to those who require rapid response in their own homes - with enthusiasm, energy and passion - we are looking for Band 6Registered Nurses and Paramedics who have experience in community or tertiary services and want to continue developing as independent practitioners.

We are currently recruiting for the boroughs of Kensington & Chelsea, Westminster.

Please note interviews will be face to face only.

Main duties of the job

Due to an opportunity to grow our teams we are aiming to recruit the best team players who will be passionate about providing care, proactive, engaged and committed to delivering an excellent standard of care in the home to those in need.

Community experience is not essential but applicants will need to demonstrate the Trust core Values and that they understand the role of urgent community response and issues involved in working in people's own homes, working alone and being able to work outside of regular working hours, weekends, public holidays and face to face visits will be essential.

This position will require you to visit various locations throughout the London Boroughs of K&C and Westminster. We run a seven-day service and our working hours are 8 am until 10 pm, 365 day per year.

About us

We are a supportive and fast-paced teams that strives for the very best. We provide an excellent development and supervision programme and a first-class learning experience in all aspects of community care. We also make it easy for you to access continuing professional development resources, which will support you in completing qualifications or modules to help you develop.

We want you to make us your future.