Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

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We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse to degree / diploma level
• Current registration with NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
• Evidence of recent professional development in an up-to-date portfolio

Desirable

• Non-medical prescriber
• Teaching / Assessing qualification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately
• Able to assess, plan and evaluate patient care taking into account the needs and desires of the patients
• Awareness of effects of ill health and the ageing process
• Awareness of the principles and practice of SSKIN (Surface, Skin inspection, Keep moving, Incontinence, Nutrition)
• Computer literacy including Knowledge of Microsoft office systems and use of email

Desirable

• Leg ulcer assessment and management, Experience in palliative care, end of life care.
• Understanding of Gold Standard Framework
• Diabetes care/management.
• Understanding and/or experience of managing patients with (LTC Long Term Care) needs

Experience

Essential

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role / transferrable skills
• Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of practice
• Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively
• Experience of using electronic patient/service user record systems
• Ability to communicate in a professional way with people at all levels of understanding either face to face, on the telephone, e-mail or written communication
• Compassionate - with exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, carers and relatives (as appropriate) remaining sensitive and empathetic

Desirable

• Experience of mentoring students / supervise other junior staff
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Previous experience delivering care in a community setting
• Experience of working in a rehabilitation environment
• Experience of working in multi-agency services
• Experience of mentoring
• Knowledge and experience relevant to area of practice
• Understanding and / or experience of interagency working

Specific Job Requirment

Essential

• Must be able to undertake all aspects of the role whilst working as a lone worker
• Able to organise own workload and deal with unpredictable nature of the role
• Ability to travel across the county with heavy / bulky equipment and the ability to travel from patient to patient, whilst maintaining a consistent caseload

Further Information

Essential

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

Other role requirements

Essential

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

An NHS 111 Clinical Advisor you will be responsible for assessing callers with a wide spectrum of clinical conditions; advising them on home care management, next steps and referring them on to further care when appropriate. The computer-based clinical decision system will facilitate and support the advice given. IUC / NHS 111 clinical advisors are required to work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the service provided by providing highquality, evidence-based healthcare to the immediate needs of the patient. You will demonstrate a commitment to a high-quality service, excellence in clinical practice and continuous professional development, which are all integral to the role and the development of the service. For a copy of the full JD then please get in touch.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurses or Paramedics.

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

Practice Plus Group

Address

Practice Plus Group

Station Road

Dorking

Surrey

RH4 1HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, profit and loss statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in compiling annual budgets and updating periodic financial forecasts.
• Business Partnering: Work with non-financial managers and various departments to explain financial performance and support decision-making.
• Identify areas for cost reduction, monitor expenditure against budgets, and evaluate financial risks.
• Process Improvement: Develop and oversee internal financial systems, controls, and accounting procedures.
• Coordinate payroll through our third party payroll provider.
• Ensure all payments to employees, suppliers, HMRC, pension providers are processed with sufficient time to be released by a Director before they are due.
• Assist the finance coordinator where necessary with contractual data reporting.

Governance and Compliance:

• Ensure internal controls are being adhered to at all times.
• Take ownership of accounting and finance policies and recommend adjustments where required.
• Participate in company audits form financial auditors, CQC auditors, Accreditation auditors, internal audits and any other types of audits conducted.
• Ensure the finance department is fully compliant with GDPR.
• Provide input to the companies anti-money laundering and anti-bribery policies and practices.

Regulatory and Performance Reporting

• Reporting on the current state of finances, business activity, and risk management to regulatory bodies.
• Ethics and conduct standards: Codes of conduct or ethics are there for employees to adhere to. These standards tend to measure a lot more than what is legally necessary and contribute towards a climate of ethics within the organisation.
• As required, attend or participate as a member of other committees, groups or workshops as required

People Management

• Directly Manage the Finance Coordinator
• Work with Senior Leadership Team to provide performance against budgets, outline variances and raise any issues within their departments
• Participate in the annual appraisal process as a line report and as a line manager.
• Promote and maintain good client relations and the good reputation of Diagnostic World by ensuring audit work is undertaken with integrity competence, objectivity and confidentiality

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• What people see in you:
• A person who delivers results and makes good decisions.
• A team player who is approachable, dedicated and hardworking
• A passionate, dynamic and committed individual
• An impactful communicator and agile thinker.
• High quality and service mentality.
• A desire to enhance business success

Qualifications

Essential

• You will:
• Hold relevant accountancy qualifications and or experience in financial management (Minimum AAT level 4)
• Ideally working towards professional accounting qualification CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW
• Have a great attention to detail in your work
• Be comfortable with large spreadsheet and manipulating data into information
• Liaise with external and internal stakeholders to achieve budgetary requirements
• Provide Management accounts and performance reports in line with KPIs

Experience

Essential

• You will have experience of:
• Accurately compiling management accounts within set time frames, include manual journals, accruals, prepayment and other accounting adjustments as required
• Developing a significant understanding of all Company business areas
• Being a team player and being able to work independently with minimal oversight
• Working with the Leadership Team to ensure all departments are working within Budget highlighting potential cost saving initiatives.

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

Diagnostic World

Address

58-59 Birmingham Research Park

Vincent Drive

Birmingham

B15 2SQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.diagnosticworld.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
• *Completion of RCSLT newly qualified practitioner competencies
• *Current registration with Health Professions Council
• *Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Desirable

• *Evidence of leadership training.
• *Attendance at Clinical Educators Course.
• *VF / FEES trained

Experience

Essential

• *Postgraduate experience in relevant clinical areas
• *Competence in advanced dysphagia and communication assessment and management
• *Well-established knowledge of assessment tools and a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• *Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)

Desirable

• *Experience of teaching SLT students
• *Experience of mentoring/ training junior staff
• *Experience of involvement in Clinical Governance/ Audit programme
• *Awareness of national drivers, policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) and their implications for SLT
• *Awareness of current research relevant to the client group
• *Understanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Experience of teaching SLT students
• *Experience of mentoring/ training junior staff
• *Experience of involvement in Clinical Governance/ Audit programme
• *Awareness of national drivers, policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) and their implications for SLT
• *Awareness of current research relevant to the client group
• *Understanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit
• *Demonstrate enthusiasm for the specialist area.
• *Demonstrate a professional attitude.
• *An ability to cope with occasional exposure to distressing/emotional situations.
• *Demonstrate an interest in developing expertise within the clinical areas.
• *Able to work cross site if the service requires
• *Post holders will be required to participate in therapies 7 day working rotas.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

An NHS 111 Clinical Advisor you will be responsible for assessing callers with a wide spectrum of clinical conditions; advising them on home care management, next steps and referring them on to further care when appropriate. The computer-based clinical decision system will facilitate and support the advice given. IUC / NHS 111 clinical advisors are required to work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the service provided by providing highquality, evidence-based healthcare to the immediate needs of the patient. You will demonstrate a commitment to a high-quality service, excellence in clinical practice and continuous professional development, which are all integral to the role and the development of the service.For a copy of the full JD then please get in touch.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic.

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

Practice Plus Group

Address

Practice Plus Group

West Road

Ipswich

IP3 9FH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled job description.

Person Specification

Shortlist Criteria

Essential

• NMC Registration
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Substential post registration experience

Shortlist Criteria

Essential

• High level of clinical skills and knowledge
• Evidence of leading a team, coordinating team on a day to day basis

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY38XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To manage a designated caseload of stroke patients with complex communication, cognitive and swallowing needs using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.

To provide leadership for the multidisciplinary Stroke In-Reach service.

To lead the SALT service in the Lewisham Community stroke pathway.

Maintain records which fulfil legal requirements.

To offer specialist SLT advice as required to junior SLT colleagues, to other health professionals, and other colleagues, for the benefit of clients or service development.

To regularly supervise SALT students on practice placements as required

To provide leadership for junior staff, through supervision and appraisal

To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of SALT services within the Lewisham Community stroke pathway

To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust SALT Service

Key Result Areas & Performance:

Clinical

• To apply a high level of knowledge and understanding of stroke.
• To plan, organise and deliver an effective and efficient SLT service to clients on own caseload.
• To independently assess, diagnose, and manage therapy provision for the swallowing and/or communication needs of a stroke specific caseload of patients with complex needs, prioritising efficiently to help prevent readmissions.

• To monitor and review progress of clients, ensuring the continuance of sound clinical practice. To modify management/care as needed, ensuring any changes in recommendations are communicated effectively.
• To document client interventions promptly and in a clear manner in client notes. To provide timely written reports which are clear and relevant to the audience, and which are based on sound and up to date clinical knowledge.
• To plan, set up and monitor treatment programmes carried out by Enablement Officers and rehabilitation assistants for clients on own caseload.

To design/plan individual patient programmes to implement oneself or to delegate as appropriate

• To undertake individual initial screens to identify patient need including areas affecting functional ability, followed by agreed assessment plans.

To discharge clients in a timely manner, maintaining communication with relevant others involved in their care.

• To carry out an initial risk assessment where necessary and monitor on going risk.
• To develop and evaluate the links between the local HASUs, acute hospital stroke unit and Lewisham Community Therapies

• To monitor and evaluate treatment, including using outcome measures in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.
• To undertake discharge planning and coordination of complex patients both into the service and out of it.
• To take a role in the decisions regarding placement after discharge.
• To refer onto appropriate agencies for :- the continuation of treatment,

Reassessment and monitoring

• To carry out joint working with others from the Trust and across other

agencies.

Documentation

To maintain up to date activity data and activity records in accordance with

Professional and Trust standards.

• To use the electronic note keeping systems within the service.
• To provide specific reports to other agencies as appropriate.

Professional Ethics

To adhere to the HCPC and RCSLT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and all other

relevant policies and procedures. These include maintaining confidentiality and

respecting the patients dignity, privacy culture and wishes

• To provide guidance to junior/support staff on ethical issues.

Leadership, Supervision and Appraisal

To participate in the management of the SALT team in the Lewisham Community stroke pathway.

To provide leadership for the stroke in-reach service.

To participate in the planning and implementing of the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting, and take a lead when needed.

To undertake the supervision and appraisal of junior/support staff as

delegated by the Lead SALT

To provide specialist training on an individual basis.

To provide advice to junior/support staff and students on a day to day basis as required.

Training Staff and Students

.

To give presentations/training on specialist topics.

To participate in training programmes for the Lewisham Community stroke pathway and wider Lewisham Community SALT service.

Service Development and Delivery

• To manage own caseload efficiently, including methods of prioritisation in order to

achieve timely and safe flow of patients from hospital into the community.

To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policies within the department

To assist with the recruitment and appointment of SALT staff.

To represent SALT on Trust wide (and linked agencies) working parties and groups as delegated by the Lead SALT

To take a lead on specific projects as delegated by the Lead SALT

To participate in, and take a lead as needed, in the Therapies special interest group for the relevant clinical area.

Personal/Professional Development

To participate in internal and external training opportunities to meet identified

objectives and demonstrate on-going development.

To apply specialist skills and knowledge in order to maintain professional

competence and fitness to practise as a senior SALT

• To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD , regarding learning outcomes
• To participate in Trust Appraisal scheme.

Clinical Governance

To comply with all Trust Policies and procedures including Infection

Control, the Health & Safety at Work Act and the Data Protection Act

To report on complaints, accidents and any deficits in equipment and safeguarding issues.

To be familiar with and comply with local fire procedures.

To be familiar with all Trust and Therapy emergency procedures, on and off site and to respond as necessary e.g. emergency resuscitation,

To assess for and advise on risk factors in given situations.

To contribute to the Trust and Therapies clinical governance and quality agenda including the setting and monitoring of practice standards.

To participate in the evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols within the clinical area.

To apply national guidelines/legislation relating to health care.

Research and Practice Development

To undertake research and/or audit projects relevant to SALT and/or service area and disseminate findings at local level.

To broaden research and development skills through participation in local audit and research projects.

Work force

To supervise and delegate to Rehab Therapy Assistants, Rehab Support Workers and Enablement Officers when appropriate.

To co-operate with the other Senior members of the MDT in the organisation of the workload, and to assist the Lead SALT/ Therapy Manager in service managerial matters when required.

To contribute to the education of Therapy Assistants.

To be responsible for the appraisals of junior SALT in the community team

Partnerships/Communications and Relationships

To communicate effectively with patients and carers, SALT colleagues, multidisciplinary team members and other agencies

To participate (and take a lead as needed) in the multidisciplinary team meetings

and case conferences, with regard to patient care programmes.

To advise and educate patients and carers regarding swallowing recommendations, communication advice including communication aids

To participate in staff meetings and other meetings (taking a lead as needed) as

directed by the Lead SALT

To promote the SALT role within the Lewisham Community stroke pathway, the Trust, and to other agencies.

General

The post holder will be experienced in assessing a patients needs and establishing an appropriate treatment plan

The post holder will be physically fit and able to carry out agreed duties.

The post holder should be flexible and be able to adapt their treatment planning in light of unforeseen circumstances or a change in the patients condition.

The post holder will be able to manage sensitive situations, dealing with patients or family members who are distressed.

The post holder will be confident of working in patients homes.

The post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall with the grade of the job, in discussion with the Lead SALT including working with individuals with other acquired neurological conditions

This job description will be reviewed in the light of changing service requirements. Any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree or Diploma recognised by Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and HCPC
• HCPC Registration
• Postgraduate qualification in Dysphagia or extensive clinical experience
• Evidence of post qualification experience in a range of neurological settings, i.e. acute and rehabilitation
• Good experience of Stroke specific treatment approaches.
• Audit experience.
• Good knowledge of clinical governance issues
• Experience of supervising staff and students

Desirable

• Evidence of attendance at relevant post graduate courses
• Community Experience
• Member of CEN

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal communication skills in the English language
• Ability to keep clear precise records which meet legal requirements in the English language
• Computer Literacy
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a caseload
• Knowledge and skill with assessment and therapeutic tools
• Knowledge and skill with clinical governance and outcome measures
• Knowledge of current legislation and development within NHS
• Knowledge and adherence to client confidentiality legislation and procedures

Desirable

• Full clean drivers licence valid for UK

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Honor Oak Health Centre - Community Therapies

20 Turnham Road

London

SE4 2LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality service across Lewisham and Greenwich Healthcare NHS Trustthrough line management of the Leg Ulcer/Lymphoedema Specialist Nurses and todemonstrate the required skills in Lymphoedema and leg ulcer management along with expertassessment skills while working in close collaboration with other clinical colleagues to lead thedevelopment in the delivery of an expert nurse-led service across the organisation. The postholder will contribute to advancing the body of knowledge through education, research andaudit with the aim of improving access to treatment services. The post holder will have a keyrole in ensuring seamless, co-ordinated and timely approach to care for their patient group inclinics and patients own home as appropriate. The post holder will also provide leadership,management and a high level of clinical expertise in their specialism and contribute to thesupport, education and training for their team and other healthcare professionals. The postholder will have a clear understanding of the strategic political view and challenges faced byprimary, community and secondary care through the STP in meeting recommendations for thedevelopment of the service and will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team in theplanning and development of a more integrated service for patients across primary, communityand secondary care. This post will include working and travelling to all Trust sites.

Person Specification

NMC registered

Essential

• NMC registered

Evidence of advanced practice in relevant field

Essential

• 2 year experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Waldron Health Centre

Amersham Vale, London, SE14 6LD

London

SE14 6LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Purpose

Responsible for the delivery of care and for managing service provision in accordance with national and local priorities, organisation policies, procedures and guidelines and in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Principal duties to include:

This list is intended to summarise the key responsibilities and is not intended to cover every task that may be required of the role: -

• To assist in providing nursing care as delegated by the District Nurse within patients homes.
• To maintain knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to deliver a quality service that is responsive to the changing needs of patients.
• To provide clerical and administrative support to the team as delegated by the District Nurse / Team Leader
• To deliver care in accordance with Organisation Policies, procedures and guidelines, according to competencies, as delegated by the District Nurse.
• To report any changes in condition of the patient to the District Nurse / Team Leader or in their absence the designated nurse in charge of the caseload.
• To respect confidential information obtained in the course of work and refrain from disclosing such information to anyone other than professional staff directly concerned with the patients care or other authorised person.
• To document accurate and concise information on all care given to patients in the community health records.
• To be aware of the Data Protection Act and follow local codes of practice to ensure appropriate action is taken to safeguard confidential information.
• To assist with continence re-assessments, following agreed training in competencies, reporting to the nurse in charge any changes in care packages required.
• To carry out phlebotomy in clinical settings and patients own homes following training in accordance with Organisation Policy.
• Assist the RN in the technical aspects of nursing care e.g Dressings, glucose monitoring etc. following a period of training and when deemed competent to do so.
• To implement evidence-based nursing care, within the patients home.
• To participate in nurse led clinics, when delegated.
• To carry out administrative and clerical duties as delegated by the District Nurse / Team Leader.
• To have the ability to work unsupervised, planning and organising tasks and home visits as delegated by the nurse in charge.
• To record activity data accurately, ensuring that the deadline for entry on to the computer system is met.
• To take part in surveys and audits as required.
• To attend and actively participate in staff and multi-disciplinary locality meetings.
• To participate in the orientation and induction of new members of staff and students.
• To participate in appraisal and personal development plans to identify and agree training needs.
• To participate in training as appropriate to personal and team skills development.
• To participate in clinical supervision.
• To promote the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff and other persons at all times, and assist in ensuring a safe working environment.
• To be responsible for the ordering of stock, checking of equipment and any other reasonable duties as delegated by the District Nurse / Team Leader.
• To be aware of budgetary issues and the needs for effective use of resources
• To ensure that all complaints, untoward incidents, accidents and areas of clinical risk are identified and reported in accordance with Organisation policies and procedures.
• The post holder must meet the daily workload requirements of the community nursing service within the Organisation.
• To maintain knowledge and comply with the Organisations corporate and local policies and procedures and in particular the Organisational policies on equal opportunities, the consumption of alcohol and non-smoking.
• To undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time and are consistent with the responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Interest in working in community nursing
• Able to cope with occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances; frequent care of the terminally ill/ chronically sick or disabled patients

Desirable

• Previous community experience
• Knowledge of community practice to include venepuncture, monitoring blood glucose, care of catheters, stoma and simple wounds

Communication

Essential

• Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Desire to work within healthcare in a community setting

Desirable

• Experience in a healthcare setting
• NVQ level 2 (care)

Skills

Essential

• Standard keyboarding skills
• Ability to work as an effective team member
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Willingness to undertake training as appropriate to the post

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel across bases and patients homes
• Flexible and adaptable
• Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day.

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

CSH Surrey

Address

CSH

Goldsworth Park Health Centre

Denton Way

Woking

GU213LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cshsurrey.co.uk/about-us/about-csh-surrey (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job role includes monitoring patients conditions by taking vital signs and escalates changes in patients conditions to the district nurse or senior nurse on duty

Taking blood for testing (Phlebotomy) and administration of insulin following appropriate training and consolidation

Carrying out simple wound dressings and other relevant nursing tasks as assigned by the senior nurse.

Promotes patient independence through implementing rehabilitation programmes as directed by the multi-professional team

Undertakes health promotion activities with patients and their families as directed by the District Nurse or members of the multi-disciplinary team

Responsible for ensuring up to date stock levels of materials and equipment used by the team

Maintains accurate documentation immediately after nursing intervention in line with Trust policies, guidelines and procedural documents

To use mobile working devices to record and document relevant information

Undertake routine audits as required

The two shift patterns for the role: 08.00 16.00 and 12.00 20.00 including weekends and bank holidays.

The post holder must have a full current UK driving licence and daily access to a car, as this is essential for the role

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated up to GCSE with English language

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to undertake training.
• Evidence of continuous learning in any area and willingness to learn practical nursing skills on the job

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in formal or informal environments such as peoples' homes, community, statutory, voluntary or paid employment
• Customer service experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oknowledge of Infection control, skin integrity, the value of nutrition etc.
• oknowledgeable about activities of daily living and the effect illness has on people who are debilitated and dependant on others for their care
• oknowledge of Trust policies, procedures and guidelines and relevant legislation; confidentiality, information governance etc

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of issues relating to health and wellbeing and patient care.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• oAbility to work under pressure, responding with flexibility to the changing demands of the workload
• oAbility to follow a clear instruction and feed back to senior staff.
• oAbility to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative.

Desirable

• Ability to undertake: Blood glucose monitoring; taking vital signs; do basic wound care; pressure area care etc

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

London Borough of Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional/Clinical Leadership

Accept personal responsibility and accountability for your infection prevention and control practice. Ensure that you are familiar with, and comply with, all relevant policies. Ensure that you receive mandatory updates in infection control.

• Develop practice in the assessment of health and wellbeing needs.

• Develop practice in addressing individuals health and wellbeing needs.

• Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights.

• To assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care, co-ordinating the holistic needs of the patients. To be responsible for the organisation of nursing care of the patients who have been assigned to the team.

• To take measures to ensure the safety of patients, which always includes delegation of patient care to nurses with the appropriate levels of skills. To report any untoward incidents/accidents to Matron/Directorate Manager.

• Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters, overcoming any problems in communication.

• Lead work teams in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice.

Clinical Governance

• Promote best practice in health, safety and security.

• Contribute to quality improvement.

• To facilitate research-based practice within their Ward and ensure appropriate implementation.

• To ensure that nursing procedures are implemented and maintained in accordance with the Policies of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.

• To ensure good standards of practice in the Ward through effective quality assurance measures such as clinical audit programmes.

• To ensure all staff are conversant and comply with Trust Policies and regulations, and attend compulsory lectures as instructed.

• To monitor the safe and effective use of all equipment and the economic use of supplies, ordering replacement equipment together with maintenance of that equipment.

Management

• To ensure that a duty rota for the staff within the Ward will provide effective and well-balanced cover to meet with the requirements of a 24-hour service and always ensures the presence of a suitably qualified and experienced nurse. Considering the budgetary constraints.

• To liaise with other Ward/Department Managers within the Directorate and other Directorates as necessary to place workload and skill mix as effectively as possible. To inform and discuss with Matron/Directorate Manager any problems regarding nurse management.

• Allocate, co-ordinate, monitor and assess the work of teams and individuals.

• To manage the Ward/Unit allocated budget effectively to remain within financial constraints.

• To ensure effective two-way communication with all disciplines so that patients receive optimum care.

• Plan, obtain and deploy physical and/or financial resources.

• To provide information for and participate in studies to determine workloads, patient dependency and quality assurance.

• To maintain accurate records relating to all aspects of Ward management.

• To participate in a rota of cover in the absence of Matron/Directorate Manager.

• Contribute to the development of services.

Staff Development

• To ensure all staff reach their full potential by enabling them to develop professional, clinical, managerial and communication skills, which will be identified through the use of IPR.

• To plan and participate in the teaching programmes of learners in accordance with their objectives, working closely with the University.

• To develop the role of nursing within their specialty Ward and undertake training and assessment to extend clinical skills as appropriate to the Ward.

• To identify areas for development of skills in accordance with the NMC guidelines.

• Develop knowledge and practice in an area of work.

• To always maintain a professional attitude, developing the role of the nurse in the best interest of the patient and professional in accordance with the NMC Code.

• To promote a positive attitude for the profession and the Trust within which you are working.

• To be aware of personal and professional development. To attend courses and conferences as appropriate to the service and individual development.

• To be conversant and comply with Trust Policies and regulations, and attend compulsory lectures as instructed.
• Participate in research projects where appropriate, reporting findings within a multi-disciplinary framework.

• Implement research where appropriate.

Personnel

• To participate in the selection, interviewing and induction of new members of staff. To be involved in manpower requirements in line with identified service developments.

• To monitor staff performance and organise staff appraisals.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience at Band 6 within related specialty.

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level NMC Registration.
• Degree or working towards.
• Evidence of significant Continuing Professional
• Development.
• Evidence of management experience/training.
• NMC recognised Teaching/Assessing qualification

Desirable

• Masters Degree

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Evidence of being up to date with current issues relating to professional practice.
• Knowledge of key national policy drivers for Acute care
• Can demonstrate practical application of quality standards within the clinical setting e.g. Care Quality Commission, NICE guidance
• Able to demonstrate effective management of, staff and student, experience and performance
• Credible clinical expert
• Evidence of research based practice.
• Organisational skills.
• Fully aware of clinical governance agenda.
• Experience and knowledge within the specialty or related field.
• Proven management skills.
• Able to promote equality, diversity and rights.
• Fully aware of principles of infection control.
• Fully aware of health and safety issues.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Advanced communication skills.
• Assertive, enthusiastic, dynamic.
• Demonstrate initiative, motivation and ability to put things into practice.
• Calm under pressure.
• High professional standards.
• Flexible.
• Committed to quality improvement.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be responsible for receiving telephone calls in a professional, polite manner and redirecting calls to respective departments and undertaking various front of house reception duties.

You must have a calm disposition, well organised, have a flexible approach, ability to work on your own and to be a team player with excellent communication skills. The ability to work under pressure and use your own initiative is essential.

Experience in operating a computerised switchboard, the ability to follow Trust procedures and maintain records is essential.

You will be expected to provide cover for other staff for annual leave and other absences.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Operational switchboard and reception experience

Desirable

• Working in a busy office environment will be an advantage

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Flexibility, good communication skills, ability to prioritise.

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

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Harplands Hospital Main Reception

Hilton Road

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description documents for more information on the role and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent English and Maths ? NVQ 2/3 or recognised equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Have experience of working in a Mental health setting. ? Physiotherapy experience.

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic administration and clerical skills. ? To show initiative. ? Ability to recognise own limitations. ? Ability to work in a team. ? Effective interpersonal skills. ? Able to prioritise. ? Able to deal with difficult situations appropriately. ? Computer literacy.

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

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Harplands Hospital

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of a high level of critical care for patients
• Delivery of a high level of post anaesthetic care for patients within the Theatre Recovery Room
• Working with the Anaesthetic team to deliver high quality, safe patient care.
• Delivering an Outreach service to the ward, offering support and guidance in the care of the acutely unwell patient.
• Promote the safety, wellbeing and interests of patients, visitors and staff to the clinical areas
• Active member of the emergency response team.
• Participation in the on-call rota and internal rotation of shift (inc night duty)
• Exhibiting a high level of teamwork with the unit and in the wider hospital environment.
• Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the HDU and Theatre Suite, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives.
• Effective management of resources within the department

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Registered Nurse
• Paediatric recovery experience
• Teaching/Mentorship qualification
• Minimum 3 years experience within the role of Recovery Nurse
• Experience within the Independent sector
• Experience in undertaking clinical
• audit/s
• Understanding of clinical governance and implications for practice
• Understanding of HR processes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

Address

60 Grove End Road

St John’s Wood

London

NW8 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To act at all times in accordance with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional Conduct.

To perform all aspects of the role in accordance with Trust policies and other national bodies.

To participate in the assessment of care needs and the development implementation and evaluation of individual care plans.

To provide specialist advice to other members of staff and act as a role model.

In conjunction with the Ward Manager, to take responsibility for setting, maintaining and evaluating standards of care throughout the 24 hour period.

To liaise with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and outside agencies in the implementation of patient care.

To ensure that care activities are research based and in keeping with changes in the field of activity.

To contribute to the development of ideas and innovative practice.

To initiate and participate in departmental audit as requested by the Ward Manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD/RGN)

Exprience

Essential

• Ability to provide managerial and clinical leadership

KNowledge ad skills

Essential

• Evidence of Scope of professional 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Ward 5 Harplands Hospital

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To act as named LD nurse / care coordinator with responsibility for the planning and delivery of care to this patient group.
• To act as Nurse in Charge of the clinical area on a regular basis.
• To act as a Change Agent and actively seek to develop practice.

Person Specification

Quallifications

Essential

• Valid nursing (RNLD) registered qualification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of post basic education and further professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children or adults with learning disabilities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Short Breaks Service, Dragon Square

Stoke on Trent

ST5 7HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Administration experience in a busy, customer focused environment
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience of workload prioritisation

Desirable

• Experience of using a patient administration system (CareFlow)
• Experience of quality management systems
• Previous patient facing experience, within the NHS
• Experience in maintaining data on a computer system
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience of quality management systems
• Experience of clinical audit/process audit
• Experience of staff management
• Knowledge and experience of JACIE accreditation process
• Knowledge and understanding of Data Protection Act, Humman Tissue Act, Blood safety and Quality Act

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work independently with minimal input from line manager; ability to use initiative and problem solve
• Ability to prioritise own workload, manage work-related pressures and to work to tight deadlines
• Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Good report writing skills, and skilled at using a standard keyboard
• Ability to respond to and document complex telephone calls

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Education to degree level, or an equivalent experience
• Good general standard of education, including GCSEs (grade A-C) in English & Maths, or equivalent
• Computer literate and trained in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including email (Outlook)

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Culinary leadership Maintain exceptional standards in food preparation, presentation, and service.
• Menu development Create menus aligned with nutritional guidelines, patient needs, allergens, and cultural requirements.
• Patient dining excellence Work with dietitians and clinical teams to support patient recovery and wellbeing.
• Team leadership Lead, train, and develop the kitchen brigade, ensuring a positive and highperforming culture.
• Food cost control Manage stock, ordering, suppliers, and budgets to maximise efficiency and minimise waste.
• Safety & compliance Ensure full compliance with HACCP, infection control, allergen management, and all regulatory standards.
• Continuous improvement Innovate menus, enhance service quality, and support audits and inspections.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• evel 3 NVQ Catering or formal chef qualification
• HACCP Level 2
• Knowledge of COSHH, Health & Safety, food safety and hygiene regulations
• Experience managing a professional kitchen
• Experience working in a healthcare setting
• Minimum 3 years as a Chef, including 2 years managing staff
• Ability to cater for large groups and varied dietary needs
• IT literacy (Microsoft Office, kitchen management systems)
• Strong leadership and teammanagement capability

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 Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

Address

60 Grove End Road

St John’s Wood

London

NW8 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

An NHS 111 Clinical Advisor you will be responsible for assessing callers with a wide spectrum of clinical conditions; advising them on home care management, next steps and referring them on to further care when appropriate. The computer-based clinical decision system will facilitate and support the advice given. IUC / NHS 111 clinical advisors are required to work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the service provided by providing highquality, evidence-based healthcare to the immediate needs of the patient. You will demonstrate a commitment to a high-quality service, excellence in clinical practice and continuous professional development, which are all integral to the role and the development of the service. For a full copy of the JD please get in touch.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic.

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

Practice Plus Group

Address

3 Roundwood Avenue

Stockley Park

Uxbridge

Middlesex

UB11 1AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for a full list of the main responsibilities for this role. Thank you for taking the time to apply for a role within Provide.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work well with others
• IT skills
• Car driver with a clean driving licence

Knowledge

Essential

• Relevant experience in a related field of practice
• Experience of working in a variety of paediatric settings and with children of differing age groups

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc(Hons)occupational therapy or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Registered as an Occupational Therapist with the Health Professions Council

Desirable

• At least 5 years experience as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Provide CIC

Address

Kestrel House, Hedgerows Business Park

Colchester Road

Chelmsford

CM2 5PF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

- Work as a highly skilled, knowledgeable and flexible senior member of the theatre team in all key areas of peri-operative care: Anaesthetics, Theatre and Recovery by giving full support to junior staff and leading by example.

- Providing expert clinical advice to nurses and members of the multi-disciplinary team. To be an effective communicator within the Peri-operative team

- Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised quality patient care by self and team members, using advanced clinical knowledge and skills with reference to Infection Control and Prevention and Risk management.

- Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.

- To be responsible for maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors and other staff within the clinical environment.

- In support of the Team Leader ensure the workload of the speciality area is organised efficiently and effectively and team members are supported appropriately. Ensure appropriate deployment and organisation of staff to ensure effective running of the department.

- Critically evaluate and implement evidence-based practice to provide a high standard of care. Seek to improve upon it by promoting benchmarking and disseminating best practice through Practice Development initiatives, clinical trials and equipment evaluation.

- Support the Team Leader in active participation in the Clinical Governance Agenda.

- Support the Team Leader in collaboration and communication with colleagues across the Trust to ensure a high standard of care for all patients. Ensure proactive communication within the team engaging all practitioners.

- Manage the theatre department in the absence of a team leader by adopting a problem-solving approach day to day to difficulties in practice.

- Be responsible for assessing and recognising emergency situations in theatre.

- To interpret information and take appropriate action and lead others to do the same.

- Ensure all documentation and electronic record data is completed accurately and legibly in accordance with good record keeping guidelines.

- Report/record/investigate any risk management issues in line with Trust/Theatre policy, support Team Leaders to investigate and respond to incidents on IRIS and complaints where appropriate.

- Maintain own clinical skills in specialist area of responsibility and ensure knowledge of other specialities is kept up to date.

- Act as an advocate for patients within the department, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the CQC outcomes and other relevant guidelines.

- Ensure the integrity, cleanliness and storage of basic and specialised theatre equipment is maintained. Keep updated personal knowledge in the use and clinical application of equipment.

- Attend and organise training sessions for theatre equipment prior to use and ensure attendance is signed and recorded.

- Actively participate in the induction and training of all new staff providing mentorship as required, act as a preceptor/mentor where appropriate, and assist in the delivery of specific learning contracts for all staff. Link to Clinical Trainer/Group Training and Development Co-ordinator with a view to speciality specific training needs and facilitate learning opportunities.

- Understand the education structure of training and act as a mentor where appropriate for all grades of staff.

- Participate in the IPR/Appraisal process to ensure personal and Trust objectives are met. Support the Team Leader in the process to determine personal development needs are identified and met for junior staff.

- Personal responsibility to ensure all mandatory training is up to date and that of the team.

- Support the Theatre Co-ordinator in the management of available resources in terms of staffing, equipment and consumables. Maintain agreed stock levels and take action to rectify deficiencies immediately.

- Comply with all Trust Policies and Procedures.

- Support the Team Leader in the facilitation of regular staff meetings to ensure all staff are informed in a timely manner.

- Working within guidelines of NMC or HPC codes of Practice depending upon registration, takes every

reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.

Any other duties at a comparable level of responsibility as may be allocated.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Can demonstrate a high standard of clinical practice in relation to theatre setting
• Previous theatre experience minimum of 3 years
• Demonstrate resource management ability

Desirable

• Budgetary management experience
• Change management experience

Skills

Essential

• Can demonstrate a contribution towards providing a positive learning environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Good written and verbal skills.
• Demonstrate effective leadership and team building skills
• Ability to work as an effective member of the peri-operative team
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate problem solving, time management and organisational skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
• Specialist knowledge of theatres and specialities

Desirable

• Demonstrate financial awareness and understanding of the ability to manage allocated resources effectively
• IV skills
• ILS

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Registered operating Department Practitioner
• ENB 6590, 998, C&G 730, mentor prep or equivalent modules
• Health related diploma/degree or evidence to further academic study.

Desirable

• ENB 176/182
• Management Certificate or equivalent experience
• Leadership training

Other Requirements

Essential

• Able to stand for long periods
• Able to work flexibly within contracted hours including night duty and on-call/standby.
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure and cope with demanding situations
• Demonstrate flexible and adaptable ways of working

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

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD16 1SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

- Work as a highly skilled, knowledgeable and flexible senior member of the theatre team in all key areas of peri-operative care: Anaesthetics, Theatre and Recovery by giving full support to junior staff and leading by example.

- Providing expert clinical advice to nurses and members of the multi-disciplinary team. To be an effective communicator within the Peri-operative team

- Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised quality patient care by self and team members, using advanced clinical knowledge and skills with reference to Infection Control and Prevention and Risk management.

- Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.

- To be responsible for maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors and other staff within the clinical environment.

- In support of the Team Leader ensure the workload of the speciality area is organised efficiently and effectively and team members are supported appropriately. Ensure appropriate deployment and organisation of staff to ensure effective running of the department.

- Critically evaluate and implement evidence-based practice to provide a high standard of care. Seek to improve upon it by promoting benchmarking and disseminating best practice through Practice Development initiatives, clinical trials and equipment evaluation.

- Support the Team Leader in active participation in the Clinical Governance Agenda.

- Support the Team Leader in collaboration and communication with colleagues across the Trust to ensure a high standard of care for all patients. Ensure proactive communication within the team engaging all practitioners.

- Manage the theatre department in the absence of a team leader by adopting a problem-solving approach day to day to difficulties in practice.

- Be responsible for assessing and recognising emergency situations in theatre.

- To interpret information and take appropriate action and lead others to do the same.

- Ensure all documentation and electronic record data is completed accurately and legibly in accordance with good record keeping guidelines.

- Report/record/investigate any risk management issues in line with Trust/Theatre policy, support Team Leaders to investigate and respond to incidents on IRIS and complaints where appropriate.

- Maintain own clinical skills in specialist area of responsibility and ensure knowledge of other specialities is kept up to date.

- Act as an advocate for patients within the department, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the CQC outcomes and other relevant guidelines.

- Ensure the integrity, cleanliness and storage of basic and specialised theatre equipment is maintained. Keep updated personal knowledge in the use and clinical application of equipment.

- Attend and organise training sessions for theatre equipment prior to use and ensure attendance is signed and recorded.

- Actively participate in the induction and training of all new staff providing mentorship as required, act as a preceptor/mentor where appropriate, and assist in the delivery of specific learning contracts for all staff. Link to Clinical Trainer/Group Training and Development Co-ordinator with a view to speciality specific training needs and facilitate learning opportunities.

- Understand the education structure of training and act as a mentor where appropriate for all grades of staff.

- Participate in the IPR/Appraisal process to ensure personal and Trust objectives are met. Support the Team Leader in the process to determine personal development needs are identified and met for junior staff.

- Personal responsibility to ensure all mandatory training is up to date and that of the team.

- Support the Theatre Co-ordinator in the management of available resources in terms of staffing, equipment and consumables. Maintain agreed stock levels and take action to rectify deficiencies immediately.

- Comply with all Trust Policies and Procedures.

- Support the Team Leader in the facilitation of regular staff meetings to ensure all staff are informed in a timely manner.

- Working within guidelines of NMC or HPC codes of Practice depending upon registration, takes every

reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.

Any other duties at a comparable level of responsibility as may be allocated.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Can demonstrate a high standard of clinical practice in relation to theatre setting
• Previous theatre experience minimum of 3 years
• Demonstrate resource management ability

Desirable

• Budgetary management experience
• Change management experience

Skills

Essential

• Can demonstrate a contribution towards providing a positive learning environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Good written and verbal skills.
• Demonstrate effective leadership and team building skills
• Ability to work as an effective member of the peri-operative team
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate problem solving, time management and organisational skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
• Specialist knowledge of theatres and specialities

Desirable

• Demonstrate financial awareness and understanding of the ability to manage allocated resources effectively
• IV skills
• ILS

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Registered operating Department Practitioner
• ENB 6590, 998, C&G 730, mentor prep or equivalent modules
• Health related diploma/degree or evidence to further academic study.

Desirable

• ENB 176/182
• Management Certificate or equivalent experience
• Leadership training

Other Requirements

Essential

• Able to stand for long periods
• Able to work flexibly within contracted hours including night duty and on-call/standby.
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure and cope with demanding situations
• Demonstrate flexible and adaptable ways of working

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

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD9 6RJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see link to Candidate Pack.

Desirable

• Please see link to Candidate Pack.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Please see link to Candidate Pack.

Desirable

• Please see link to Candidate Pack.

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

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current Professional Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council - RNMH / RNLD/ (RNSC - CAMHS Only)
• Recognised Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor
• Trained in Clinical Supervision and be providing Clinical Supervision
• Professional clinical knowledge and experience acquired through degree (or equivalent post registration study), supplemented by specialist training, experience, short courses, Module (20 credit) at level 7 For example Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma/Masters Degree, Intermediate Systemic Family Therapy/Postgraduate diploma in CBT/British Isles Dialectical Behaviour Therapy /NMP (Independent Prescriber), Psychosocial Interventions,
• And have Equivalent significant clinical experience such as working (minimum of 2 years) as a band 6 (or above) in relevant clinical area, together with evidence of relevant CPD to Level 7 or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate clinical history taking and assessment skills in order to provide nurse led diagnosis and treatment planning
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and motivational skills

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of working within a multi-disciplinary/multi-agency community team setting.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working with patients with complex needs in the specialist field
• Significant experience working with patients who display risk behaviours
• Clinical risk assessment and management and its application in practice
• Working collaboratively with service users their families and carers
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Quality improvement activities
• Inter-agency and partnership working

Desirable

• Experience of working within a range of services, including inpatient and community settings.

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Acley Centre/North End House

Newton Ayecliffe/Durham

DL5 4PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

Early access to Psychological Therapies and Physiotherapy

Competitive annual leave allowance

Car leasing scheme

NHS pension scheme

Free eye tests

Money saving options through our salary sacrifice scheme

Discounts on major high street retailers and restaurants

Get in touch today:

For further information regarding the opportunity available please contact Vanessa Randles, [email protected]

Person Specification

Special requirements

Essential

• Ability and willingness to travel to locations throughout the organisation

Qualifications

Essential

• Post Graduate Certificate in low intervention Psychological Therapies

Desirable

• Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy
• Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree
• Psychology or other health related postgraduate degree

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem
• Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
• Demonstrates and understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care Services
• Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
• Ability to manage own caseload and time
• Evidence of working in the local community

Skills

Essential

• Computer literate
• Ability to evaluate and put in place the effect of training
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients

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

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Spalding and Skegness

Riverside House, Splading, PE11 1TW

Holly Lodge, Skegness

PE25 2JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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