Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification.

Person Specification

Training, Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Qualification in e.g. nursing, social work, occupational therapy and appropriate Professional Body Registration

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding of legislation and guidance e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, The Children Act etc
• Understanding of maintaining confidentiality/data protection
• Experience working in CAMHS
• Excellent interpersonal skills in a customer focussed environment
• Understanding and ability to differentiate mental health and Emotional Wellbeing

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

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Studios

Vinters Business Park, New Cut Road

Maidstone

ME14 5NZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Excellent customer service skills
• The ability to remain calm and professional in a busy environment
• Flexibility to work across all our sites
• Experience in a healthcare setting (desirable)
• Experience using SystmOne (desirable)

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

23 De Parys Avenue

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK40 2TX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHP with UK HCPC registration
• Up to date evidence & relevant knowledge through CPD as evidenced by portfolio

Desirable

• Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapy and / or relevant special interest groups
• Attendance at Clinical Educator Course

Experience

Essential

• Appropriate post-qualifying experience in a range of areas acute care of the elderly, neurology and community
• Appreciation of constraints to working in the community
• A clear understanding of current NHS issues, professional standards, CPD, clinical governance and experience of audit
• Ability to assess patient conditions, establish the patients problem, formulate and implement a treatment plan
• Has sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other legislation
• Experience of MDT working and understand their roles
• Some experience of supervising juniors/assistant/students
• Some experience in research / literature reviews
• Clinical Teaching
• Experience in community work within rehab
• Post registration experience at band 5 level in a wide range of clinical areas including elderly rehabilitation, community rehabilitation, falls management, dementia care, respiratory care and orthopaedics
• Some understanding/experience in quality improvement and service evaluation.

Desirable

• Using NHS clinical systems
• Experience in teaching and training
• Experience of line managing / Supervision of staff

Skills

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of National and local frameworks and guidelines for older people.
• Knowledge of outcome measures and evidence based practice associated with people with physical disabilities
• IT skills - e.g. Microsoft Word, Power point, Excel, Outlook
• Advanced communication and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format

Desirable

• Highly developed specialist knowledge and application of assessments and interventions relevant to client group
• Understanding and application of occupational therapy practice outcome measures

Key Attributes

Essential

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Merton Civic Centre

London Road

Morden

SM4 5DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• About You
• We are looking for someone who has:
• Previous experience working as a Mental Health Act Administrator.
• Excellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and its Code of Practice.
• A strong understanding of statutory documentation and legal processes.
• Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• A professional, confidential, and proactive approach.

Desirable

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Experience working within an independent mental health hospital.
• Experience supporting CQC inspections.
• Qualification in Mental Health Law or equivalent.

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

InMind

Address

Elizabeth House

Perth Avenue

Leicester

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE36QR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Strategy, Planning & Policy

Responsible for the overall Management and performance of the Digital Training Team.

Responsible for the design and delivery of high-quality training packages

Work with the Head of Digital Education to regularly evaluate the education & development service

Understand the risks, impacts, technical resource, cost and change management implications of all training solutions.

Education Training & Development

Manage and deliver bespoke training solutions as required by the needs of the Trust

Manage the implementation of new information systems working across the Health Informatics

Lead on the development of creative learning solutions for the implementation of blended learning programmes which may require a degree of organisational change for success.

Develop training plans, identifying resources and liaising with Heads of Departments to arrange for staff to be released for training.

Develop benchmarking processes such as training needs analysis and evaluation tools to measure the effectiveness of the training solutions and ensure reporting mechanisms are in place.

Assign, monitor and undertake allocated work packages to build and update learning management

systems, using best practice guidelines, methodologies and standards, sourcing/creating

functionality as required, and conducting pre- and post-assessment and evaluation processes.

Develop and co-ordinate rotas for large implementations this would include developing

rotas for trainers to deliver training across several sites and across several shift patterns ensuringall training sessions are adequately covered.

To be willing to take the role of Digital Skills Development (DSD) Lead for UHMB.

Leadership and Management

Work with the Head of Digital Education to ensure successful delivery of the departmental objectives and the broader objectives of the Health Informatics division.

Lead the Digital Training Team to ensure a consistent service of excellence is delivered.

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Ensure the team conforms to the agreed timescales, processes, procedures and guidelines for the delivery of the Health Informatics education and training programmes.

Prioritise and manage work streams/staffing levels to ensure optimum productivity including annual leave and sickness absence and be available to respond to escalation events at any time.

Conduct annual appraisals using the Organisations performance appraisal to support and developeach team member

Deputise for the Head of Digital Education when required attending relevant project and divisional

meetings representing the digital design and delivery education needs of the workforce.

Research and Development

Contribute to the development of key performance indicators. To make adjustments if targets arenot met and communicate and appropriately present to stakeholders, team members and service

users.

2. COMMUNICATION

The Post holder will communicate with the Head of Digital Learning, Chief Nursing Information Officer , Head of EPR Programmes, ICS Peers and clinical and operational teams.

They will be proficient in all forms of communication: Verbal ,Email, MS Teams, presentation skills.

4.

Person Specification

essential

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in Education, Learning & Development, Digital Training, Health Informatics, Business Change or related field.
• Teaching, training or assessment qualification (e.g. Certificate in Education, CIPD Learning & Development, TAP, equivalent).
• experience of managing training, education or workforce development programmes.
• Experience designing and delivering face-to-face, virtual and blended learning programmes.
• Experiance of developing training plans, training needs analyses and evaluation methodologies.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to motivate teams and support staff through periods of organisational change.
• Expert knowledge of Lorenzo, Emis and Fraxinus Systems

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in Education, Digital Transformation, Leadership or Change Management.
• Experience of implementing an Electronic Patient Record (EPR) or other large-scale digital transformation programme.
• Experience of learning management systems administration and development.

desirable

Desirable

• Experience of Learning Management Systems and digital learning platforms

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

UHMBT

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operationally responsible for the delivery of the key performance indicators for the Outpatients Unit, in line with divisional and organisational goals and targets, including delivery of national targets like 18-weeks Referral to Treatment, Slot Utilisation and Clinic Template Management.

Please see attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE3 or above including Maths and English
• NVQ 4 or equivalent in relevant subject or equivalent experience and knowledge in a similar role.
• Evidence of formal management development
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Willingness to undertake NHS specific IT system training including CareFlow clinic template maintenance, case note tracking, patient transport system, RPA Automations
• Evidence of Health & Safety training

Desirable

• ECDL qualification or other formal IT training / qualification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of significant administrative experience within a customer focused environment.
• Evidence of successful staff management including performance, recruitment, training, and absence management
• Evidence of successful process design and implementation
• Experience and understanding of outpatient services and performance indicators.
• Experience in implementing NHS policies and guidelines relevant to outpatient services/or equivalent.
• Proven experience of developing administrative processes, analysing information, and report writing

Desirable

• Past experience of working in an area specialising in healthcare appointment making.
• Experience of managing staff

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Manage a busy reception, handling patient face to face queries and dealing with incoming phone calls.

To use the e-Referral system for referrals to hospitals and other care providers.

To scan and file all correspondence into patients medical records using the docman system.

To triage all clinical correspondence and workflow necessary documents to clinicians.

Code all relevant clinical information into patients medical records.

To make, cancel and amend appointments.

To establish an effective recall system for patients to include QOF recalls, childhood immunisations, smears and flu vaccinations.

To process all insurance and solicitor reports in a timely manner.

To process copies of medical requests for patients and insurance companies in a timely manner.

To complete all tasks in workflow manager to include deductions, GP2GP etc.

To efficiently deal with tasks from GPs, nurses and other staff.

Work safely at all times in accordance with Legislative requirements and Practice Policy and Procedures.

To promote the ethos and vision of Hope Citadel Healthcare within the practice include staff, visitors and patients; through the provision of quality whole person healthcare.

To attend and participate in any meetings required by the company, including practice meetings, and any applicable training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Experience with emis

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a primary care setting and team.
• Experience of handling patients queries in a calm and professional manner.

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

Hope Citadel Healthcare CIC

Address

Hawthorn Medical Centre

Unit K, Fallowfield Retail Park, Birchfields Rd

Manchester

M14 6FS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.hopecitadel.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role is varied and creative, and it is expected that you would bring your own skills to add to the team. Your time would be divided between offering therapeutic sessions on the ward and supporting people to access facilities in the local community. Each day will vary and be led by patient need, but would include facilitating group and one-to-one sessions in areas such as cooking, art, relaxation, self-care skills, leisure interests, community, vocational, domestic and social skills to name but a few. We are looking for someone who is non-judgemental and understanding of the specific challenges faced by service users within Secure Services. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with adult mental health service users and be able to adapt their skills to work with our client group.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with groups of people
• Ability to work both independently and under supervision
• Experience of working within mental health

Qualifications

Essential

• Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care/mental health or Apprenticeship in H&SC/mental health L5 or Equivalent Qualification at L5 or above in a related subject

Skills

Essential

• Experience of facilitating groups
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Confidence and competence in using IT systems (e.g. Outlook, Word, clinical or other record systems) relevant to the role.

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of Occupational Therapy and the importance of meaningful occupations.
• Health and safety risk awareness

Other

Essential

• Ability to undertake and maintain annual, full PMVA training as required for inpatient roles

Desirable

• Ability to travel independently (inpatient roles)

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Northside House and Hellesdon Hospital (two separate sites)

Northside, Thorpe St Andrew

Norwich

NR7 0HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team assessing children with neurodevelopmental conditions. They will utilise evidence-based assessment tools, including ADOS, and gather information from multiple sources to inform diagnosis .

The role includes delivering feedback to families, contributing to MDT discussions and supporting pathway development. The post holder will also contribute to audit, research, governance and service improvement initiatives.They will communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders including health professionals, education staff, social care and families, ensuring coordinated and person-centred care.The role involves autonomous practice, high-level clinical judgement and maintaining professional standards in line with Trust policies.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Work as part of the Multidisciplinary Team to identify and address the needs of children being assessed as part of the Teams ASD /ADHD Pathways.

Utilise up to date and evidence-based assessment techniques and tools, assessing information from education providers and parents/carers alongside observation of the young person. This may include specialist assessments in clinic, and observations in educational settings.

Discuss and agree assessment outcomes with patients, carers and other health care professionals, promoting health education and self-management.

Deliver feedback to families regarding the outcome of the MDT assessment.

Provide clinical opinion in relation to the differential diagnosis of Neurodiversity in pre-school and school age children.

Work with the ND pathway lead to support implementation of the wider ND pathway across the county.

Use highly specialist clinical skills to manage a specialist caseload of children with ASD and other special needs/ Neurodevelopmental disorders

To use clinical skills to generate written reports and care plans, reflecting specialist Knowledge

Collaborate with the wider team and community Paediatric service in developing pathways and intervention development in the area of Autism and neurodevelopmental differences.

Be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical judgement & autonomous practice

To present and communicate complex condition related information in such a manner as to motivate and inform patients, carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, agreeing decision -making relevant to patient management.

To use good interpersonal skills to listen well and counsel patients and carers, so providing support and empathy without prejudice.

Assessments to include ADOS, joint assessments, report writing and contribution to care plans.

Take students on placement for clinical teaching and supervision, including exam placement.

Communication

Internal:

MDT colleaguesCommunity paediatric teamHealth Visiting TeamsSchool NursesPaediatric medical staffAdministrative staff.

External:

Education staff, including special educational needsCo-ordinator and educational psychologistSocial careParents / Carers

Budgetary Responsibility

Does not hold budgetary responsibility but is aware of the need to plan non-pay expenditure.

People Management

To offer clinical supervision to colleagues within the community paediatric team.

To provide student placements, including assessment of the placements as appropriate

To provide second opinions to less experienced colleagues, and expert opinions to others, especially in relation to differential diagnoses.

To facilitate the development of others problem solving/negotiation skills within peer review/support.

Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and clinical and management supervision.

To work independently accessing appraisal within an Individual Performance Framework pre-determined intervals ensuring that the objectives set reflect the Service and Trust. Plans, including specific objectives relating to the clinical specialism.

Research & Development Activity

To identify personal/professional development evidenced by Personal Development Plan

To attend relevant training (courses, meetings, special interest groups) and development in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge required for the role.

Maintain up to date professional registration with relevant regulatory body eg NMC, HCPC and RCSLT

To actively participate in reflective clinical supervision with peers/clinical supervisor to develop and enhance practice.

To develop and deliver regular specialist training (formal and informal) to the ND team and related professional groups in area of clinical expertise, reflecting on and evaluating the training provided.

To participate in and provide joint training with members of the Education Services and of the MDT Team in the field of ASD / ADHD and other communication difficulties as required.

To identify the training needs linked to specialty for wider service.

To provide advice to non-specialists and other specialists/ professionals within clinical field.

To participate in and develop innovations in areas of risk management, quality standard setting and clinical effectiveness.

To initiate and undertake Research/Clinical Governance/audit projects within area of expertise.

Clinical and Practice Governance

Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act

Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.

The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes.

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures.

It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, OR Nursing and Midwifery Council, and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration.

Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by Cambridgeshire Community Services, NHS Trust.

The post holder must participate in clinical and other audits as required.

Provide patients and their families /carers with information on standards they should expect from the team.

The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.

To provide leadership within appropriate specialist area

To employ counselling skills with patients, carers with highly complex needs.

To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence-based practice and outcome measures

To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate.

To establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other staff, which are characterised by open communication, trust and respect.

To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible.

To use negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations

To attend and participate in professional meetings and other relevant meetings.

To monitor stock levels in own service area and request new equipment as appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Professional registration - NMC or HCPC essential
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including ADOS training

Desirable

• Post graduate learning in neurodevelopment disorders

Experience

Essential

• Relevant clinical experience in working with children and young people with a range of Neuro developmental conditions including Autism and ADHD
• Relevant experience in the specialist field inc Autism assessments & diagnosis
• Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of clinical governance/audit

Desirable

• Experience of carrying out supervision and appraisals

Skills

Essential

• Able to demonstrate autonomous working and caseload management
• Proficient in multi-agency partnership working
• Able to communicate effectively with patients with communication problems where difficulties in understanding exist, using observation, listening and empathy
• Demonstrable knowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders underpinned by theory and/or practice

Safeguarding

Essential

• Appreciates the significance of safeguarding and interprets this accurately for all individual children and young people whatever their life circumstances
• Shows a personal commitment to safeguarding children

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

The Oak Tree Centre / The Peacock Centre

Huntingdon / Cambridge

PE29 7HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role supports the delivery of high-quality genomic analysis within a public health and research environment, with a primary focus on the development, optimisation, and application of whole genome sequencing (WGS) bioinformatics pipelines. The post-holder will contribute to advancing pathogen genomics capability through robust software development, data analysis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Core Technical Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design, development, deployment, and continuous improvement of WGS bioinformatics pipelines for microbial genomics applications.
• Refactor, optimise, and maintain existing WGS software components to improve performance, reproducibility, and scalability.
• Develop new bioinformatics tools and analytical modules, ensuring they are fully tested, validated, documented, and version-controlled prior to integration into production pipelines.
• Apply best practices in software engineering, including the use of version control systems (e.g. Git), code review, and reproducible workflows.
• Support the identification, development, and dissemination of best practice in bioinformatics methods, ensuring alignment with organisational and sector standards.

Data Analysis and Scientific Delivery

• Undertake comprehensive analysis of next-generation sequencing (NGS) datasets (e.g. Illumina, Oxford Nanopore), including quality control, genome assembly, variant identification, and downstream interpretation.
• Generate accurate, timely, and high-quality reports from data analyses to support research, surveillance, and outbreak investigations.
• Lead and contribute to the preparation of scientific outputs, including technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, posters, and presentations.
• Maintain a high level of scientific rigour, ensuring analyses are reproducible, well-documented, and meet required quality standards.

Collaboration, Training, and Representation

• Work closely with clinical, laboratory, and research colleagues to integrate genomic data into wider public health and research activities.
• Provide training, mentorship, and expert advice on bioinformatics tools, pipelines, and interpretation of genomic data to a range of stakeholders.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across internal teams and external collaborators, including national and international partners.
• Represent the organisation at internal, national, and international meetings, contributing to scientific discussions and collaborations.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Identify, evaluate, and implement new bioinformatics approaches, sequencing technologies, and analytical methodologies to enhance capability.
• Contribute to strategic development within the team by anticipating future scientific and technical needs and proposing innovative solutions.

Leadership and Management

• Provide project management and, where required, line management responsibilities, ensuring delivery of agreed objectives within timelines and resource constraints.
• Supervise, support, and develop junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Allocate and prioritise workloads effectively across projects, ensuring flexibility in response to changing demands.

Governance, Quality, and Compliance

• Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with UKHSA safety, quality, and governance frameworks.
• Maintain personal and team compliance with health and safety requirements and promote best practice in laboratory and computational environments.

Additional Responsibilities

• Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in undertaking additional duties as required by line management, commensurate with the grade of the post.
• Maintain continuous professional development, keeping up to date with advances in bioinformatics, pathogen genomics, and relevant technologies.

This list is not exhaustive.

Essentia criteria:

• PhD or equivalent experience in bioinformatics or related discipline.
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools.
• Strong understanding of next-generation sequencing technologies and associated analytical approaches.
• Experience in developing, modifying and debugging analytical code (preferably Python).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g. Git).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to varied audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and recommend solutions.

Desirable criteria:

• Experience working with public health, or clinical microbiology datasets, particularly within surveillance or outbreak response contexts.
• Familiarity with both Illumina and ONT sequencing data, including hybrid assembly approaches.
• Knowledge of cloud or high-performance computing environments for large-scale genomic data processing.Proficiency in additional programming or scripting languages.

Selection ProcessDetails

This vacancy is using SuccessProfiles andwill assess your Behaviours/Experience & Technical skills.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

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You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed onthe listed 7 essentialcriteria,and this will be in the form ofa:

• Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application)
• 750 wordsupporting statement.

This should outline how your skills, experience, and knowledge, provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.

You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible).Please do not email us your CV.

HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than750 words. We will not consider any words over750 words.

Longlisting:

In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

1. Meets all essential criteria
2. Meets some essential criteria
3. Meets no essential criteria

If longlisting is used, the pile meetingallessential criteria will be proceed to shortlisting.

Shortlisting:In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewillconductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of:

• PhD or equivalent experience in bioinformatics or related discipline.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Stage 2:Interview

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You will be invited to aface to face interview at Porton.

If face to face interviewsareplanned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview.

Behaviours/Experience/Technical skillswill be tested at interview through questioning.

• Making Effective Decisions (Lead Behaviour)
• Delivering at Pace
• Leadership
• Managing a Quality Service

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Location

This role is being offered as hybrid working based at our Scientific Campus in Porton. We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month) working at our office). Our Health Protection Operation Centres are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport links and benefit from co-location with other government departments such as the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a basicdisclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check.

You will be required to have a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

Eligibility Criteria

External : Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Civil Service - Senior Executive Officer.

£41,983 - £48,128 (National)

Person Specification

Application Form and supporting Statement

Essential

• Application Form and supporting Statement

Behaviours

Essential

• Delivering at Pace
• Leadership
• Making effective Decisions (Lead)
• Managing a Quality service

Technical Questions

Essential

• Technical Questions

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

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Porton

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Richard Berridge Operations Manager [email protected] 07385939968 Shortlisting Date: 21/09/2026 Interview Date: 30/09/2026

We are looking to add to our team of receptionists, whose role is to be the first friendly face to greet our patients and visitors to our hospital site. The successful applicant will provide a high standard of clerical/reception service to patients and the hospital, adhering to Trust guidelines and policies. The post holder will receive and check documentation, reports, patient information, processing each one appropriately and within Trust guidelines. So, you’ll need to be great at entering information into IT systems, to help us log and retrieve information as and when required. In this role, you’ll need to process patient documentation be the first point of contact for patients and other visitors to the hospital, provide an administrative and clerical service to our department/team and support the delivery of a high standard of service to patients, staff and Trust departments.

The job package includes: -

A competitive salary – pro rata Band 2 £25,272 (Inc. enhancements for unsocial hours.)

Annual leave starting at 27 days per annum plus statutory bank holidays rising to 33 days with service.

An excellent contributory pension scheme.

On-site childcare provision

Salary sacrifice schemes (cycle to work)

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest employers in Leeds, employing over 20,000 staff and providing care to 1.6 million patients every year. The Estates and Facilities team keep the Trust's sites running and manage one of the largest estate portfolios across the NHS. With over 2,300 staff, we provide a range of Estates & Facilities management services and ensure our buildings and environments are fit for purpose, clean and safe.

Whether we're cleaning wards, maintaining buildings, monitoring environmental impact, providing staff childcare, delivering hot meals to patients, or patrolling our sites, we support the delivery of patient care. Guided by our Leeds Way Values, we are committed to creating the best place to work and being the employer of choice for estates and facilities in the region.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

This role provides the following services to the Trust: -

• Meet and greet as the first port of call as patients and visitors enter our hospitals.
• Taking telephone queries and offering the appropriate advice or redirecting to the appropriate department/person.
• Provide directions based on the information available.
• Utilising patient information databases to best support patients and visitors.
• Support patients and visitors with any issues they may experience in relation to their visit which may cause anxiety, this may be by resolving the issue personally, providing information, or directing them to the most appropriate department/person.
• Undertaking administrative and clerical duties as requested.
• Production of ID Badges for staff and the issuing of Access Cards.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Cross Site

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Nursing Associate works alongside a team within general practice. The post holder will be an integral part of the general practice team at Peel House Medical Practice. Please see attached job discription with further infromaikton.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nursing associate and on the NMC register.
• Meets the specific qualification and training requirements as specified in the Nursing Midwifery Standards of proficiency by having undertaken and completed the two-year Foundation Degree delivered by a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) approved provider.
• Experience of working in a primary care environment.

Desirable

• Please see attached person specification for further 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

Peel House Medical Practice

Address

Accrington Pals Primary Care Centre

1 Paradise Street

Accrington

Lancashire

BB5 2EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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 webpageCareers :: East Cheshire NHS Trustfor 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).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE's or equivalent, grade C or above. Must include English.

Desirable

• IT qualifications

Knowldge and Skills

Essential

• Computer literacy Awareness of current NHS Priorities and targets
• Good communicator - able to deal with people at all levels
• Ability to handle sensitive information without compromising confidentiality or trust

Experience

Essential

• Ability to work independently prioritising workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience of working with confidential information and understanding of data protection principles
• Experience using clinical or administrative IT systems

Desirable

• Previous experience in an administrative team

Other

Essential

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately
• Caring and understanding
• Able to demonstrate compassion and empathy
• Reliable
• Flexible approach to working
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Other Role Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

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

For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification.

This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.

If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and any other departmental training/qualification requirements

Desirable

• Customer Service Training/Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of confidentiality
• Demonstrates an understanding of Dignity & Respect

Desirable

• Understanding of Information Governance

Skills

Essential

• Ability to follow instructions bother verbal and written
• Communicates effectively

Experience

Essential

• Operation of a multiline switchboard
• Previous experience working with public/customers and use of computer based programmes

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a hospital/healthcare environment

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

AGH Solutions Ltd

Address

Airedale NHS Trust

Skipton Road

Steeton, Keighley

BD20 6TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of this job vacancy please see attached full job description and person specification.

This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.

If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good level of general education English and Maths GCSE or equivalent.
• Professional supply chain or logistics qualification or relevant experience.

Desirable

• CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations or equivalent qualification.

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication.
• Data input and analysis capabilities.

Desirable

• Ability to plan and develop own workloads to meet the strategic dimensions of the Department.

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of Microsoft software Power Point, Excel and Word
• Knowledge of Health and Safety in a working environment

Desirable

• Understanding of Public Contract Regulations.
• Knowledge of GS1 standards and the Scan4Safety project

Experience

Essential

• Experience of stock control via inventory management systems
• Good analytical skills and mathematical orientation.
• Customer relations dealing with diverse customer base both face to face and over the telephone.
• Experience in a Procurement environment

Desirable

• Availability to use/develop use of common software packages i.e. Microsoft Office
• Experience in using purchase to pay systems or catalogue ordering systems.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

AGH Solutions Ltd

Address

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

Skipton Road, Steeton, Keighley, West Yorkshire

Steeton

BD20 6TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

a. To support the practice with all aspects of medicines optimisation

b. Patient facing or telephone medication reviews

c. Structure medication reviews with direct patient contract

d. Management of long-term conditions

e. Reviewing systems for safer prescribing

f. Contributing to repeat prescriptions authorisation and reauthorisation

g. Actioning acute prescription requests

h. Contributing to achievement of QOF and locally commissioned quality improvement schemes

i. Undertaking clinical audits

j. Implement prescribing changes

k. Identify national and local policy and guidance that affects patient safety through the use of medicines (MHRA alerts, products withdrawals, etc)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MPharm degree
• Independent Prescriber Qualification Recognised by the GPhC
• Membership Primary Care Pharmacy Association (PCPA)

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Excellent IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS / SystmOne / Vision user skills
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of establishing effective office administrative systems

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health care setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Collingham Church View Surgery

Address

School Lane

Collingham

Wetherby

West Yorkshire

LS22 5BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You must have significant experience in caring for patients with cancer, be competent in cannulation, venepuncture, care of central venous access devices and administration of IV medications.

For more information please see the attached Job Description pack

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRANING

Essential

• First level Nursing Registration on NMC register
• Evidence of own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and nurse registration

Desirable

• Post registration education in relevant specialty or working towards
• Other Post Basic Qualification or working towards

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Knowledge of future provision of services
• Competent in venepuncture, phlebotomy, IV medication administration and care of central venous access devices
• Ability to recognise and manage oncological emergencies
• Accreditation in the administration of cytotoxic medications
• Positive role model to all members of the team
• A commitment to providing exceptional levels of patient care in a professional and compassionate manner

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• Significant experience as a band 5 registered nurse within a hospital setting
• Competent in the delivery of SACT
• Leadership and clinical supervision skills
• Responsible for own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and PREP
• Recruitment and selection course attendance or willingness to work towards
• Significant experience within the field of oncology/haematology and anti-cancer treatment

Desirable

• Experience of clinical audit and service improvement
• Leadership course or willingness to work towards
• Communication skills course
• UKONS level 6

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

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary

Acre Street

Huddersfield

HD3 3EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To hold day to day responsibility for managing the provision of community nursing services within a defined geographical area in response to identified need and strategic priority.
• The post holder will provide leadership within the Hub to keep the base safe and will work within the team of Clinical Managers to provide Divisional leadership for Community Nursing.
• The post holder will deputies for the OPAT Lead Nurse in her absence
• To effectively deploy and manage human and financial resources to ensure safe and responsive service delivery within Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation Trust.
• To provide strong visible clinical leadership and to be the first point of contact to front line staff, service users, carers and other stakeholders across organisational boundaries to enable a prompt management response to operational issues.
• To contribute to the modernisation and redesign of clinical services leading on the implementation of district nursing redesign within a defined geographical area.
• To manage the processes for assessing and performance managing the activity for the community nurses within a defined geographical locality.
• To support the Matron Community Nursing in delivering the priorities and objectives relevant to adult services.
• To contribute to the planning, monitoring and development of services whilst seeking to promote a culture of continuous improvement thus contributing to the achievement of CHFT values and objectives.
• To represent the Directorate at meetings and for specified activities, as required by the Division Senior Management Team.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential

• 1st level registered nurse or Allied health Professional
• Qualification in teaching and assessing / mentoring

Desirable

• Management qualification
• MSC level of study

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a depth of knowledge and learning from relevant and recent community nursing experience or Therapy experience
• Experience of leading and managing clinical teams or services
• Evidence of continuing professional development that had further enhanced leadership skill
• Current issues in community/primary health care
• Models of leadership
• Drivers behind service modernisation and change agenda
• IT awareness
• Research and audit methodology
• Awareness of clinical governance and its impact on contemporary nursing
• Issues in multi agency / multidisciplinary working

Desirable

• Experience of contributing to service redesign initiatives
• Experience of managing services in a changing environment

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Effective communicator including negotiating, mentoring and advocacy skills
• Planning and organisation of self
• Problem solving
• Commitment to developing self and others
• Able to introduce change and innovation
• Presentation skills
• Budget management skills
• Assertive
• Confident
• Creative thinker - solution focussed
• Ability to work flexibly

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

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Calderdale Community Services, Dean Clough

Bowling Mill

Halifax

HX3 5WA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See job description for full details. Due to limited word count, only a few points are mentioned below:

• Contribute to the set-up of research studies
• Assist in the feasibility process, liaising with support departments within the Trust, local investigators, trials units and R&D for local approval.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and flexibility in supporting a variety of research studies, ranging from observational studies to Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products
• Assist in the selection and recruitment of participants in compliance with study inclusion / exclusion criteria
• Comply with the informed consent process as detailed in the study protocol and for studies which are not Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPS) take consent in line with study protocol, ICH-GCP and Trust SOPs.

For further information about the post please contact Georgina Turner on 01484 343425 or Matthew Robinson on 01422 222062.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Responsibility to plan own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and professional revalidation

Desirable

• Working towards appropriate degree
• Teaching/Mentoring Certificate skills or willing to work towards
• Attended research training courses
• Work together get results (WTGR) training

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within an acute hospital environment
• Interest in clinical research
• Experience of teaching, supervising and mentoring staff
• Knowledge of Data Protection Act and Confidentiality
• Experience of taking charge of clinical shifts either as a nurse or Allied Heath Professional
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to develop computer skills
• Evidence of good management and organisational skills
• Able to undertake pertinent clinical skills e.g. venepuncture
• Knowledge of drug therapies for common medical conditions Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice

Desirable

• Research and audit experience
• Understanding of research networks and clinical trials processes
• Knowledge of future provision of services

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and use own initiative
• Accurate & meticulous attention to detail
• Team player with personal insight of ability and limitations
• Self-motivated & willingness to gain & develop professional knowledge
• Develop/maintain positive working relationships
• Good attendance record
• Ability to work flexibly according to demands of role
• Able to rapidly absorb and respond to complex information
• Familiar with PAS/PAS WEB/CRIS/PPM/EPR reporting systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Calderdale Royal Hospital

Salterhebble

Halifax

HX3 0PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust define a nursespecialist as a qualified nurse where the primary purpose of role is to provide guidance and support based on advanced level knowledge to patients, carers and health professionals concerning a specific disease/condition.

Within the sphere of specialist practice:

• Is working towards advanced knowledge and skills within specialist sphere of practice.
• Contributes to the facilitation of the planning, delivery and evaluation of care pathways for a designated group of patients.
• Support the development of nursing practice within the specialist field and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge.
• Contributes to training and education within specialist area.

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Registered nurse (appropriate to branch)
• Current NMC registration
• Diploma plus specialist qualifications / experience within specialist area; prepared to take degree level study
• Meets Nursing and Midwifery Council standards for student supervision and assessment (formally Mentorship) if relevant to role.
• Current driving licence if relevant to role

Desirable

• Degree in health related subject

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Some post registration experience within related specialist area of practice
• Extended clinical practice underpinned by training supervision & assessment.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant NHS policy or project specific policy context.
• Has understanding / experience of adult / child safeguarding.
• Evidence of on-going continuous professional development.

Desirable

• Research or audit experience.
• Evidence of contribution towards education and training programmes.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good IT skills
• Effective report writing skills
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Effective organisation and time management skills

Desirable

• Change management skills and involvement in project work

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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Victoria Infirmary

317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a specialist and advanced professional contribution to the clinical management of patients attending within their specialist area.

Use a combination of skills, knowledge, values and self-esteem to manage change and move beyond competency, moving from experienced to expert in area of specialism.

Practice with autonomy and accountability.

To assess selected patients taking a full comprehensible history, carrying out comprehensive clinical examinations, making diagnosis and provide treatment where necessary.

To be responsible for the follow up of the patients under their care.

Adhere to the NMC/ HCPC/ professional body Code: Standards of Conduct, Performance and ethics for nurses / professional body at all times.

To undertake assessments for clinical risk within the service and ensure all staff are aware of responsibilities and related policies.

To participate in the identification, development, implementation and dissemination of local clinical protocols, policies, procedures, guidelines relating to individualised specialist service; which includes their management ensuring clinical governance is maintained.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level qualification
• NMC/ HCPC registered
• Modules in:
• o Prescribing and hold a prescribing qualification
• o Clinical assessment and consultation skills or equivalent masters module for example, mental health assessment and Management

Desirable

• Working independently and autonomously within their own scope of practice, assessing, diagnosis and treating undifferentiated conditions within their scope of specialist practice.
• Significant experience and qualifications related to their specialist area.
• Masters level qualifications in Prescribing and consultation and Physical Assessment modules at University.

Specialist Skills

Essential

• Competent in cervical cytology (smear taking)
• Competent in contraception implant insertion and removal
• Competent in intrauterine contraception (coil) fitting and removal
• Menopause management
• Contraception management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

James Street Group Practice

Address

James Street

Workington

Cumbria

CA14 2DL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jamesstreet-workington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For details on main duties and responsibilities, please see attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Dental Nurse

Essential

• Please see attached person specification within the job description

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

Community Dental Services CIC

Address

Fairfield Children’s Centre

Victoria Park Road, Fairfield

Buxton

SK17 7PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the General Dental Council

Experience

Essential

• Up-to-date Hepatitis B vaccination/status
• Up-to-date CPD
• Passionate about preventative dental care
• Excellent patient-care and communication skills
• Friendly, reliable and professional
• A great team player

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

438 Whitmore Way

Basildon

Essex

SS14 2EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General duties

To maintain patient confidentiality and abide by Information Governance Standards at all times.

To maintain a healthy and safe environment for all patients, staff and visitors and demonstrate awareness of risk management and infection prevention and control.

To participate in agreed programmes of care ensuring that all care given is clearly and accurately documented in line within standards and seeking support from senior staff as necessary.

Following training and assessment of competence to educate the patient on how to self-manage lymphoedema.

To teach the patient on the cornerstones of lymphoedema management, including skin care, exercise, fitting of compression hosiery and self-lymphatic drainage. Record limb volumes.

To manage your workload/tasks as designated by the registered clinician leading the team.

To actively participate in clinical audit.

To ensure the maintenance of confidentiality including accurate and timely records.

To liaise with and provide relevant information to other members of the multidisciplinary team, both internally and externally.

To monitor stock levels and order products as required.

To have an awareness of costs of supplies and clinic budget.

With direction/supervision from Lymphoedema Practitioner, following a care plan once competencies completed, perform higher level of skills:

1) MLLB (Multi Layer Lymphoedema Bandaging)

2) Kinesio Tape

3) Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Therapy

4) Knowledge of Cellulitis and its management

5) To understand contra-indications in Lymphoedema management, to be aware of red flags and when to raise concerns with a Lymphoedema Practitioner.

6) To understand how Lymphoedema management can be modified in Palliative Care.

7) Under direction of the Lymphoedema Practitioner and following the care plan, fit compression garments in the patients home/Care Home following the Lone worker Policy.

To adhere to Teesside Hospice policies, procedures, guidelines and standards at all times and to promote these to others.

Adopt the role of link worker / link practitioner as required by the hospice management team.

Attend and participate in an annual appraisal and regular reviews of performance and objectives, identifying gaps in knowledge/skills and developing a plan to enhance service and self-development.

To encourage and promote the philosophy of Teesside Hospice and present a good public image, to co-operate with all staff in maintaining good relationships with outside agencies in order to uphold the charitys image and to win increased support for its work.

To be able to communicate effectively with all members of the team and to develop excellent relationships with community teams as appropriate to the role.

To participate in mandatory Clinical supervision or reflective practice as necessary as directed by the clinical leader.

To attend staff meetings and participate in other meetings as appropriate.

To undertake risk assessment and management to ensure that staff, families, and visitors are safe.

To be aware of the adult and child protection procedures and policy within Teesside Hospice, to attend all safeguarding training and to adhere to the Local Safeguarding Procedures at all times.

To participate in the induction of new staff to the department and wider hospice as necessary.

To support student nurses during their placement at Teesside Hospice and work alongside them as directed by the registered nurse.

To be able to carry out effective complaint, accident and incident reporting.

To play an active part in the Clinical Governance framework within the hospice.

To be aware of the Infection Prevention and Control policies and work in accordance with IPC procedures at all times.

To be aware of, and responsive to, the changing nature of the Hospice and adopt a flexible and pro-active approach to work.

To undertake administration changes in accordance with hospice policy

To ensure that your behaviour upholds the values of the hospice and strive to support the vision and mission of Teesside at all times.

Education & Training

Attend all mandatory training courses i.e. Resuscitation, Moving and Handling, and Health and Safety training.

Access THCF in-house training programme to further develop your knowledge.

Attend and complete relevant Lymphoedema Training, including Lymphoedema Theory and Practice.

Attend and complete clinical skills training relevant to Lymphoedema and chronic illness.

Maintain own Portfolio, and complete core competencies.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Team working skills.
• Good listening and excellent interpersonal skills/communication skills.
• An ability to manage challenging situations.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum level NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care.
• A good standard of general education.

Personal Attributes Key skills

Essential

• Self-awareness and an ability to recognize stress and use coping mechanisms.
• Flexible, approachable and trustworthy.
• Commitment and interest in learning and personal development
• Commitment and interest in developing knowledge / skill in Lymphoedema and its management

Experience

Essential

• An understanding of what a person-centred approach.
• Some experience of working with patients with life limiting illness or end of life care.
• Understanding of and adherence to patient confidentiality

Desirable

• Understanding of safeguarding and preventing patients from abuse.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control.

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

Teesside Hospice

Address

5 Northgate Road

Linthorpe

Middlesbrough

TS5 5NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See job description and person specification document for full job description and main responsibilities for this role.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree qualifications or Equivalent
• Registration with HCPC-Licence to Practice
• Registered Member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapist
• Evidence of successful completion of a range of generic and specialist short courses at post-graduate level

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience of assessment and intervention of complex speech, language communication needs in school aged settings, including special schools/specialist provisions
• Experience providing training and coaching for education staff

Skills

Essential

• Well-developed concentration skills and ability to multi-task, and work with frequent interruptions of complex nature
• Team player who is keen to be part of service innovation and development
• Fluent spoken and written skills in English.
• Awareness of own need for Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Erith District Hospital

Erith

DA8 3EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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