Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence* and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria.

Work independently/alongside psychology to identify physical and psychosocial needs of the family and contribute to the development of individualised plans of care to address needs.

Encourage and supervise the interaction of young people with activities, using motivational approaches.

To provide education, advice and support the child and family in order to make appropriate lifestyle choices to promote health, well-being and minimise biopsychosocial complications of excess weight.

To support and liaise with external agencies to provide quality care for patients.

Work with external agencies to provide appropriate activities within both hospital and the community to meet the needs of this patient group.

To keep records of the numbers and types of patients receiving recreational services/input and to assess social and emotional capabilities before and after intervention.

To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.

To assist young people to develop links and contacts with other young people with complications of excess weight.

To work collaboratively with other family support workers in the UK, working alongside other professionals to offer an alternative view to working with young people.

Initiate and use risk assessments where required for activities within clinic and in the community.

Initiate, plan, co-ordinate, monitor and evaluate work which broadens access to social activities for young people.

To develop and maintain a close working relationship with people from the community as well as with those involved in other elements of the teams work.

Empower and support the family to identify a personal health plan with SMART goals and coaching support behavioural changes to achieve and maintain these.

Help individuals identify how their behaviour and context may affect their health and well-being.

Contribute to the reduction of inequalities in health through promoting and supporting people to develop healthier behaviours in the lifestyle in the context of their own and local services.

To account for culture and spiritual requirement needs of the patient and family to promote equity, diversity, privacy and dignity.

Assisting in the support of families in distressing situations

Act as an advocate for child and family. Help parents relatives and friends to communicate their needs and overcome potential language barriers and cultural difference.

Support and empower children, young people, and families to make appropriate choices about their care and ensure that these choices are respected.

*DVLA have a number of reciprocal arrangements with overseas countries, for further information please visit the DVLA website

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate Degree in Social Sciences/Psychology or experience in relevant area of work.

Desirable

• Evidence of continual professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with sick or disabled children/ young people/families from a variety of backgrounds to improve their social circumstances.
• Experience of advice work/including liaison with statutory and /or volunteer agencies
• Knowledge of policies and legislation relating to welfare benefits, housing rights, and safeguarding

Desirable

• Working in health/social care and multidisciplinary meetings.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to assess parenting skills and provide basic support to build physical and emotional caring abilities through practical activities particularly in relation to behaviour, sleep and physical activity.
• High level of communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Genuine interest and enthusiasm in relation to working in the area of family work in Paediatrics
• Must have a positive attitude to disability and understand the impact that this has on a person's life.
• Experience of conducting audits/service evaluation

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the development of children and young people.
• Good knowledge of Child and Adult Social Care Services.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the assessment, support planning and care

Desirable

• Knowledge of the impact of health conditions on children, adolescents and their families.
• Proven ability to research e.g. provision of services, medical conditions.
• Awareness and application of diversity issues in clinical practice.

Practical Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Effectively communicate with adolescent and young people, families and team members.
• An understanding of cultural differences

Other Requirements

Essential

• Able to fulfil occupational health requirements for the post
• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
• Able to tolerate prolonged periods of sitting.
• Ability to travel independently around the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area meeting required timescales. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Desirable

• An interest in working with children and families.
• An interest in working with children and families with severe obesity and/or complex medical presentations.
• An interest in human nutrition and dietetic interventions.

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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

To participate in the delivery of Music Therapy under the guidance of a specialist band 7 Arts Therapist and the Lead Arts Therapist by managing a caseload of clients.

To maintain professional standards in accordance with the relevant professional body BAMT and the professional regulator (Health and Care Professions Council)

To participate in audit, service evaluation and research activities when required

To participate in the delivery of Music Therapy under the guidance of specialist band 7 Arts Therapist and the Lead Arts Therapist by managing a caseload of clients.

The post holder will demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills and have undertaken appropriate post registration training.

To be proficient in the assessment, identification, treatment and management of the emotional and psychological needs of the population requiring prolonged, in-depth concentration. This includes risk assessment, assessment of complex conditions.

To frequently communicate and receive highly complex sensitive information with young people; who have experienced trauma/abuse /highly complex needs; their relatives/carers and other professionals.

To have the specialist knowledge / skill to apply psychodynamic formulations and theory to work with individuals, groups and organizations.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Music
• Professional Qualification in Music Therapy at Master's level or equivalent

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant post registration training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in Mental Health.
• Experience of Music Therapy individual assessment and intervention relevant to Mental Health
• Experience of using clinical supervision effectively

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to understand complex non-verbal communication
• Ability to support and engage in shared decision making with patients, including with patients who experience communication challenges
• Ability to provide detailed and complex psychological reports and information to inform and support care planning processes
• Ability to liaise effectively with a range of professionals, and external services or organisations, regarding sensitive and complex issues relating to clinical work, including issues relating to risk

Desirable

• Skills in providing group work

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of research methodology and outcome measurement

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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

City Care Centre

Thorpe Road

Peterborough

PE3 6DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

• Participate as an independent member of the C(E)TR panel.
• Review clinical information and relevant documentation in advance of the review.
• Meet with the individual, their family and professionals involved in their care.
• Apply the C(E)TR Key Lines of Enquiry and your clinical expertise to assess care, treatment and support arrangements.
• Contribute to the development of clear, evidence-based and outcome-focused recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with the Chair and Expert by Experience to ensure that the person's voice remains central to the review.Support the completion and quality assurance of the final review report.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Be qualified and provide evidence of current registration with a relevant regulating professional body and in good standing with their specialist professional organisation (e.g. NMC, HCPC).

Experience

Essential

• Bring clinical experience of working with Individuals that have a diagnosis of learning disability/autism.
• Bring clinical experience of working with services, commissioners or providers that enable discharge from hospital and / or developing support to live in the community
• Have substantial and demonstrable experience of community models of support for people with learning disabilities and/or autism who may have additional needs such as a mental health need. This may be either as an inpatient or supported in the community.
• Have substantial and demonstrable experience of supporting someone and their carers who use services, where the system is challenged by a person's care needs
• To follow best practice and refer to NICE guidelines

Desirable

• Experience of participating in Care and Treatment Reviews (CTRs) and/or Care (Education) and Treatment Reviews (C(E)TRs)

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Be able to make holistic assessments of individuals as well as their family, social and physical environment and how these relate to emotional and behavioural aspects of the person.
• Be able to directly question issues and practices
• Be able to recognise what good practices and services look like.
• Ability to remain objective and independent.
• Be able to express an opinion sensitively and positively challenge where appropriate through questioning.

Personal Attributes and Conduct

Essential

• Be able to reflect on findings and thoughts as part of a team. Be prepared to accept support in carrying out a thorough and focussed review and in reaching a shared outcome/agreement
• Be flexible in approach and solution focused.

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Have an understanding and clinical experience of person-centred approaches, within models of care that shape people's care and support.

Additional requirements

Essential

• To hold professional indemnity insurance that covers you to practice on an independent 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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Elizabeth House

Fulbourn Hospital

Cambs

CB21 5EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Us

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust provides highquality nonemergency patient transport across Hampshire and Milton Keynes. Our NEPTS Contact Centre plays a crucial role in coordinating journeys for hundreds of patients per day with varying clinical needs.

You will be joining a supportive team committed to delivering outstanding patientcentred care.

What We Are Looking For:

We welcome applicants who can demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and customerservice skills
• Confidence in handling multiple tasks and making effective decisions under pressure
• Strong IT, mapping and datahandling skills
• The ability to work as part of a team and build positive working relationships
• A commitment to providing a safe and highquality patient transport service

Experience in dispatching, transport coordination or healthcare settings is desirable but full training will be provided.

Working Pattern:

Our NonEmergency Patient Transport Service operates 365 days a year. Dispatchers work between 05:00am and 01:00am, seven days per week, on a rolling 10week rota. The rota includes varying shift lengths between 6 hours and 11.5 hours; however, the pattern is static and repeats every 10 weeks, meaning your shift pattern is predictable and does not change from cycle to cycle. Your working hours will be averaged of 37.5 hours per week.

Training/Start date for the role:

Interviews for this role are scheduled to take place on the 17th and 19th August 2026 between 1pm and 6pm. Training/start date will begin on the 1st October 2026, which will be classroom based for 5 days from 08:00am until 16:00pm at Southern House, Otterbourne Winchester. This will be followed by a crew day and finally a day for eLearning. You will then move into observation shifts in the live environment before formally joining the rolling rota.

Before interview an electronic type test will need to be completed. You will be sent the link for completion via email.

A Standard DBS check will be required for this role.

Safeguarding, Values and Conduct

SCAS is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk. All staff are expected to promote and uphold the Trusts values and operate in line with policies on equality, diversity, confidentiality, infection prevention and health and safety.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• GCSE English / Maths and ICT or equivalent at grade 4 or above.

Desirable

• NVQ 3 in Customer Service, or equivalent.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous customer service experience.
• Geographical knowledge of SCAS commercial areas.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment.
• Skilled use in all latest Windows and Microsoft software e.g. operating systems and Word, Excel

Desirable

• Logistical background.
• Radio communication experience.
• Map reading skills.

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to effectively prioritise own workload.
• Ability to escalate problems / enquiries as necessary.
• Ability to work under own initiative and think constructively under pressure.
• Good communication skills, confident telephone manner.
• Team Player.
• Problem solving. Decision making.
• Good attention to detail.

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

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southern House

Sparrowgrove

Otterbourne

SO21 2RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will be a key MDT member on respiratory inpatient wards and in complex clinics.
• The post holder will assess suitability (in clinic etc), complete referrals and assess respiratory patients for psychological interventions and may support in the running of LTC rehab classes and group interventions.
• The post holder will continue to iterate and implement a user-centred design approach to the respiratory/Talking Therapies pathway. Including quantitative and qualitative auditing, interviewing, and recording referral/assessment outcomes.
• Research, training and presenting opportunities are likely to be part of the role. Post holders must feel competent and confident in delivering pathway information and service training more generally (supported by senior clinicians).
• The post holder will be around patients with complex/acute illnesses, some of which will be on end-of-life care. While supervision is provided, this must be taken into consideration when applying to the post.

You will need to have worked with individuals with mental health problems and have knowledge of common mental health difficulties (depression and anxiety disorders). You will be able to identify such difficulties and understand about recommended treatment options, to accept into the service or refer and signpost to local services as appropriate. You will have excellent communication and relationship-building skills and be able to work effectively as a team member, as well as with autonomy (but under supervision). Experience in acute/urgent care, with long term conditions will be an asset, as well as an interest in the link between physical and mental health and developing services and interventions to support this cohort.

If required, you will be prepared to work outside standard 9-5 office hours as part of a scheduled work-plan for one day per week (between 8am and 8pm, Monday-Thursday). This is a hybrid role, and the main base will be in Braintree, however, as part of the co-located pathway you will be required to attend other sites where respiratory clinics are run. There is an expectation that you will be at our base or in the community for two days per week, and the remaining days will be home-based working.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Honours degree of higher in Psychology
• Entitlement to graduate membership of BPS

Desirable

• Further post grad training in relevant areas of psychology, mental health practice or research, design and analysis

Experience

Essential

• Worked with people with MH problems
• Understanding of and compliance with relevant professional standards and practice
• Use of computers for data analysis (excel and SPSS)

Desirable

• Working in primary care services
• Has undertaken audit in clinical services

Skills

Essential

• High standard of report writing
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues
• Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a primary care context
• Can communicate effectively within MDT
• Able to interact with service users in a respectful and empathic manner
• Team working
• Interest in working with people with MH problems
• High level communication skills to manage sensitive conversations, and ability to work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive
• Ability to assess common mental health problems
• Understanding of importance of using evidence based psychological interventions in primary care
• Car driver
• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to manage own workload
• Self-reflective
• Ability to develop good therapeutic relationships with service users and carers

Desirable

• Fluent in languages other than english

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tekhnicon House Springwood Drive Braintree CM7 2YN

Springwood Drive

Braintree

CM7 2YN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (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 refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Experience delivering stakeholder engagement, communications or change initiatives within complex NHS, healthcare or public sector environments.

Strong relationship-building skills, with experience working collaboratively with regional stakeholders, People teams, programme teams and senior leaders.

Proven ability to plan and deliver engagement activities, workshops and events that build understanding, participation and commitment to change.

Experience gathering, analysing and presenting stakeholder insight and feedback to inform decision-making and improve programme delivery.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging and accessible messages for a range of audiences.

Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate activity across regions and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent level or equivalent experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.
• Educated to degree level in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or a related field, or demonstrable equivalent professional experience.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience leading stakeholder engagement, communications or change programmes within complex NHS, healthcare or public sector environments.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver large-scale engagement strategies that build understanding, commitment and adoption of transformational change.
• Strong leadership experience, with a track record of building, developing and motivating high-performing teams to deliver against ambitious objectives.

Desirable

• Experience of leading engagement on transformational programmes.

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to provide and receive, convey and present highly complex, sensitive and/or contentious information to large groups, responding openly to questions to ensure full understanding and engagement.

Desirable

• Experience of HR and OD and People Services within the NHS.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

This role can be based in London or Leeds, (other sites will be considered)

Leeds/London

SE1 8UG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure coordinated and proactive arrangements are delivered to prevent adults and children with mental illness and learning disabilities from being admitted to hospital unnecessarily. Work closely with partners to mobilise this preventative support.

Work across agencies to chair and co-ordinate, manage, monitor, and review the implementation of Section 117, Individual Funding Requests (IFR) and Non Contracted Activity (NCA) for people with mental health and learning disabilities who are at risk of admission to inpatient facilities.

To lead the development and implementation of an integrated s117 policy in collaboration with partners, and develop a more local standard operating policy to sit within that.

Work with the Head of Service to assure independently contracted placement reviews and application processes are delivered in line with legislation and locally agreed policy (once developed).

Work closely with the Head of service, finance team and contract team to assure budget management of S117, IFR and NCA placements. That all provision is accrued for and all packages are accurate and accounted for.

Please see full Job Description for more details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications within Mental health Nursing (RNMH). Current registration with the NMC Qualified RNMH.
• Six or more years of qualified professional experience in mental health in including two or more years of assessing adults with specialist mental health/learning disability needs
• At least 2 years' management or commissioning experience in Health

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Demonstrable specialist knowledge in section 117 of the Mental Health Act.
• Experience of conducting section 117 reviews and moving people on when they are no longer eligible. o Experience of managing a team
• Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments
• Experience of managing risks and reporting.
• Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at senior management team level.
• Experience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes
• Understanding of the public sector Health and Social Care
• Demonstrated experience in a Healthcare environment.
• Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement.
• Working knowledge of quality assurance, clinical governance and care pathways and their design
• Should have an appreciation of the relationship between the individual provider and commissioning organisations

Skills Capabilities & Attributes

Essential

• Clear communicator with excellent written and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately to a diverse and varied range of audiences consisting of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and relatives, sensitive to their mental health needs. public.
• Must be able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, negotiate with senior stakeholders on difficult and controversial issues, and present complex and sensitive information to large and influential groups.
• Negotiate on difficult and controversial issues including performance and change
• Experienced in managing work in high-risk environments, frequently in potentially threatening situations.
• Experienced in managing highly distressing emotional circumstances arising from service user and carer issues
• Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required.
• Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources.
• Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information, using experience to make inferences and decision making.
• Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills.
• Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales.

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Commitment to and focused on quality, promotes high standards in all they do.
• Able to make a connection between their work and the benefit to patients and the public.
• Consistently thinks about how their work can help and support clinicians and frontline staff deliver better outcomes for patients.
• Values diversity and difference operates with integrity and openness.
• Works well with others, is positive and helpful, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others.
• Consistently looks to improve what they do, look for successful tried and tested ways of working, and also seeks out innovation.
• Actively develops themselves and supports others to do the same.
• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships.
• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust.
• Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change

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

Thames Valley ICB

Address

Unipart House

Oxford

OX4 2PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC/HNC level or City and Guilds in Plumbing/Mechanical Plant
• Completion of a recognised apprenticeship in Plumbing discipline

Experience

Essential

• Comprehensive experience and knowledge of maintenance of all Plumbing/Mechanical plant & equipment within a hospital or similar type building

Desirable

• Have previous experience & knowledge steam heating & hot water 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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Florence Nightingale Community Hospital

London Road

Derby

DE1 2QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised City & Guilds or NVQ 3 apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering Maintenance or an Btec/HNC/Diploma in Engineering
• Hold Accredited BMS course qualification

Desirable

• Hold Certificate in Plumbing, Heating, and Ventilation

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the maintenance, repair, installation and fitting of BMS/ automated controls related subject for Schneider control systems

Skills

Essential

• Current driving licence and use of vehicle.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital

Belvedere Road

Burton-On-Trent

DE13 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC/HNC level or City and Guilds in Plumbing/Mechanical Plant
• Completion of a recognised apprenticeship in Plumbing discipline

Experience

Essential

• Comprehensive experience and knowledge of maintenance of all Plumbing/Mechanical plant & equipment within a hospital or similar type building

Desirable

• Have previous experience & knowledge steam heating & hot water 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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital

Belvedere Road

Burton-On-Trent

DE13 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship
• A degree level qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Recognised Appointed Person training/ Appointment

Experience

Essential

• Broad range of engineering experience in a building services environment in a large estate.
• Previous experience of Risk Management, from surveys, assessments, and action plans through to implementation of control measures.

Desirable

• Significant experience in NHS engineering operations to include, Medical Gasses - HVAC systems - Water systems - Fire systems - Lifting Gear - Pressure systems - Steam raising plant

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital

Belvedere Road

Burton-On-Trent

DE13 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training.

Adhere to Trust policies and procedures, e.g. Health and Safety at Work, Equal Opportunities, No Smoking.

Respect the confidentiality of all matters that they may learn relating to their employment and other members of staff. All staff are expected to respect the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998.

The duties will vary according to the specific needs of Portsmouth Hospitals.

In compliance with the Trusts practices and procedures associated with the control of infection, you are required to:

Adhere to Trust Infection Control Policies assuring compliance with all defined infection control standards at alltimes.

Protect patients, staff and visitors from infection by performing hand hygiene when entering or leaving clinicalareas and after each contact with a patient or patients equipment.

Please see full Job Description Attached

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Enthusiasm and flexibility are essential qualities required.

Desirable

• Enthusiasm and flexibility are essential qualities required.

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

Equans Working with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Address

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Setting standards to be applied across all work which reflect the Trust requirements for high quality maintenance services.

Will form effective communication with all other Estates and Facilities staff to ensure adequate arrangements are made to carry out all assigned duties.

Liaise with Estates management , other Team leaders, storekeeper and the Estates Helpdesk to ensure that spare parts and materials are procured efficiently and in a timely manner in accordance with SFIs. Contact suppliers directly and raise internal orders as necessary.

Will form effective communication with all other Estates and Facilities staff to ensure adequate arrangements are made to carry out all assigned duties.

Liaise with various Trust employees and external contractors. i.e.: Senior Managers Ward / admin staff, Service Contractors etc.

To actively participate in the operation and control of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schemes and ensure that the departments completion targets are met with respect to the proportion of PPM completed and that these are captured on a digital facilities management platform.

Undertake the role of Authorised Person for various specialities and appoint competent persons (CPs) as appropriate to ensure safe and efficient control of site electrical operations.

Organise all issued jobs in terms of site measurement and estimation of materials required.

Ensure that maintenance tasks are appropriately batched together so that minimum time is lost through travel time by maintenance staff carrying out repairs.

Ensure that all maintenance work requests are carried out in the appropriate priority order and carried out efficiently and to the correct standard. This includes allocating work to maintenance staff as necessary via A digital facilities management platform to ensure that work is carried out in priority order and that the Departments response time targets are met.

Assist in the preparation of minor works quotations and quantities of materials required to carry out jobs. This will include carrying out surveys and taking measurements and liaising with external contractors and suppliers as necessary.

Supervise the delivery of the Trust specialist cleaning programmes including six monthly deep cleans of theatres and annual deep cleans and specific maintenance works of all ward and clinical areas.

Incidental patient contact

To work in accordance with all relevant guidance documents such as, but not limited to, Hospital Technical Memorandums, Water Regulations, Prevention of Legionella (L8), Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH, Pressure systems, lifting equipment, medical gases and all other statutory instruments and guidance documents

Setting standards to be applied across all work which reflect the Trust requirements for high quality accommodation and high quality maintenance.

To carry out regular Health & Safety Toolbox talks for all staff in relation to common health and safety risks and job tasks carried out by trades staff

Actively participate in suggesting and implementing approved improvements to service(s) and in exercising professional responsibility for both themselves and their peers within an open fair and just culture. This includes active participation in the Estates Departments Forum meetings.

To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury.

To be prepared to work within environments that could be deemed as stressful, emotionally disturbing, or uncomfortable i.e. mortuary, ducts, operating theatres etc.

To be prepared to work in unpleasant working conditions such as ducts, drains, sewers etc.

Operate and fully participate in the Trusts Health & Safety policies and procedures including the use of Permits to Work, Risk Assessments and Method Statements applicable to the task.

Responsible for ensuring compliance to all Estates related Quality Assurance system Procedures and to undertake Quality Audits/checks of maintenance and PPM tasks carried out by the building maintenance team.

To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger and avoid injury.

To be prepared to work within environments that could be deemed as stressful, emotionally disturbing, or uncomfortable ie, mortuary, ducts, operating theatres etc.

To be prepared to work in unpleasant working conditions such as ducts, drains, sewers etc.

May be required to drive Trust vehicles.

Adopt a flexible approach to works and have a good understanding of other trades, services, and plant.

Carry out the duties of an appointed Authorised Person (AP) or Competent Person (CP) as the service requires.

Attend agreed training as required by the Estates management. This may require attending external training establishments as necessary, this may involve out of hours travelling and studies as part of the course(s).

To supervise the Estates Mechanical and Electrical staff engaged in maintaining the Trusts electrical and mechanical systems and equipment

To deputise for other Team Leaders in their absence.

To support the Estates management team in the line-management duties of the trades staff in the Estates building team including annual Appraisals, sickness reviews and back-to-work interviews.

To undertake any training which the management feel that would enhance and develop of staff.

To pass on skills and/or technical advice and/or support to all levels of staff and contract.

Monitor outstanding work that is not completed on the digital facilities management platform to ensure that it is completed in an appropriate timescale and that tasks do not experience unnecessary delays due to unavailability of spare parts, specialist contract staff or labour resource as required.

Provide guidance to the Estates M&E maintenance team in relation to matters of technical compliance method of installation, materials etc.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Minimum equivalent experience recognized and registered engineering apprenticeship or NVQ equivalent in a Mechanical or electrical services discipline.

knowledge

Essential

• Professional knowledge acquired through degree plus specialist knowledge, or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience.

Desirable

• Knowledge of: Health Technical Memorandums 06-02 - Electrical safety guidance for low voltage systems 03-01 Specialised ventilation for healthcare premises. Knowledge of water Hygiene 02-01 - Medical Gas pipeline systems 08-03 - Management of bedhead services in the health sector 04-01 - Safe water in healthcare premises

essential

Essential

• Must have a full driving licence. To wear protective clothing/uniform as required Able to travel to other Trust sites when required.

knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, current Electrical/Mechanical/building services legislation. Recent practical working experience or mechanical plant. Experience of working within a building services team. Previous supervisory position. Working in a multi- Skilled team) Ability to interpret technical schematics Recent practical working Provide technical advice to workforce teams. Demonstrate a level of Judgement across a range of Estates issues considering legislation H&S and conflicting demands of the Trust

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

nethermayne

basilodon

SS165NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.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

• GPhC registered pharmacist
• Hold the GPhC independent prescribing qualification

Experience

Essential

• An appreciation of the nature of GPs and general practice
• An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing
• Experience and awareness of common acute and chronic conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice
• Excellent communication skills with a clear and polite telephone manner
• Work in a polite, confidential, and discreet manner, respecting patients at all times
• Confident to work as part of a team and be able to think on your feet independently
• Strong IT and administration skills
• Previous experience of SystmOne clinical system is desirable but not essential as training will be given

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

Ongar War Memorial Medical Centre

57 Fyfield Road

Ongar

Essex

CM5 0AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Us

St Michaels Hospice supports and enables the community of Hastings and Rother to live well with dying, death and loss. Our services are provided via in-patient beds and at home and we also offer Wellbeing support, both out-patient and virtual.

We want to recruit and retain the most diversely talented people and have a workforce representative of our community.We aspire to be a place where everyone feels welcome; whether you are cared for or supported by us, employed by us, volunteer for us, or support us in any way. We recognise that being a diverse and inclusive organisation will enable us to achieve our vision of a kind, resilient and empowered community.

The Role

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to support the Medical Director across St Michaels Hospice, Hastings and Rother and St Wilfrids Hospice, Eastbourne. This is a key role that provides high-level administrative support to coordinate the Medical Directors priorities, stakeholder relationships and day-to-day activities across both organisations and with key external partners.

Working across two hospices, you will play a pivotal role in helping the Medical Director navigate differing organisational structures, governance processes, systems and ways of working. You will build effective relationships with colleagues and external partners, coordinate activity across a complex network of stakeholders and ensure information, actions and priorities are managed effectively.

Youll bring significant experience in a PA or senior administrative support role, with excellent Microsoft 365 skills, strong written communication and the ability to manage complex diaries, inboxes and meeting arrangements. You will be confident handling sensitive information, working across organisational boundaries and supporting the delivery of high-quality documentation and meeting processes. If youre a proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing structure and coordination to complex environments, wed love to hear from you.

The role offers flexibility in working patterns and therefore requires a high level of professionalism, discretion and integrity.

Interview date: Friday 2nd October 2026.

Employee Benefit's

At St Michaels Hospice we offer a friendly, team orientated work environment a good pension scheme with the option to continue any existing NHS pension scheme membership, an Employee Assistance Programme (Benenden Healthcare), up to 33days annual leave plus bank holidays, subsidised employee meals and free refreshments, free parking, supportive supervision and a proactive Education Department to support with your development. Hospice employees also qualify for a Blue Light Card with access to a huge array of discounts.

If you would like to discuss the role in further detail please contact Jude Cornelius-Scott (Business Support & Change Manager), on 01424 445177 ext 170

If you have any questions regarding your application please do not hesitate to contact the Human Resources team on01424 457970or [email protected]

Please note CVs will not be accepted, unless candidates are unable to complete the application form due to a disability, in which case please contact theHR team.

Please note if a vacancy is part time the salary will be pro rata.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St Michael's Hospice (Hastings & Rother)

Address

St Leonards on Sea

TN38 0LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://stmichaelshospice.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• A Healthcare Science Associate is part of a clinical support team whose purpose is to provide timely and accurate high quality scientific information that will assist service users from the hospital and community, in the establishment of a clinical diagnosis and monitoring of patient treatment.
• The Healthcare Science Associate will use practical skills to carry out tasks associated with the pre-analytical preparation of specimens as well as direct analysis of samples for a limited range of tests using rapid molecular techniques, blood sciences platforms and some culture-based investigations.
• Specimen reception: To deal with the reception, sorting and labelling of patient specimens, identifying inadequate and mislabelled specimens and ensuring urgent samples are prioritised.
• To ensure correct and timely transfer of microbiology and virology samples between testing sites.
• Data entry, preparing specimens for analysis, including booking in-patient and specimen details, storing, retrieving and disposing of specimens.
• To analyse a limited range of patient samples to detect microbial pathogens such as SARS-COV-2, Influenza A Virus, Strep A and MRSA in line with departmental SOPs.
• To provide contingency support to ED-Runner service if capacity allows
• To load/unload blood culture bottles from automated blood culture system and ensure positive bottles are transported appropriately.
• To learn new tasks appropriate to role of healthcare science associates as scope of role expands to meet the needs of service delivery.
• Operate, maintain and basic trouble shoot departmental analysers, in line with departmental SOPs.
• To undertake simple analytical procedures under guidance, maintain and operate laboratory equipment in accordance with departmental SOPs.
• To manually transcribe and record laboratory data, input to and manipulation of the laboratory computer system and derivation of worksheets
• To receive requests for information by telephone and respond appropriately.
• To prepare and reconstitute reagents and control materials and other processes as required, recording stock levels, maintenance of instruments and equipment, and keeping appropriate records both manually and electronic.
• To manage the day-to-day Quality Assurance for rapid testing provision by conducting, monitoring and resulting tests on appropriate schemes.
• To support in the management of Point of Care Testing (POCT) devices across the Trust, including training, audit and quality control.
• To work in compliance with local health and safety rules to ensure a safe working environment for yourself, colleagues and visitors. To adhere to department and Trust Health and Safety policies (including COSHH, Risk assessments and Standard Operating Procedures) and to report any non-compliances to a senior member of staff.
• Supporting in the training of new members of HCSA staff.
• The post holder will be required to support provision of 24/7 Hot Lab service by working evening shifts, weekend shifts and night shifts once trained on 1:8 rota. The post holder will be required to work in microbiology at the Freeman site on a rotational basis.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• NVQ4, or Foundation Degree in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities, or IBMS certificate of Achievement portfolio or equivalent level experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience as a Healthcare Science Assistant (HCSA)
• Understanding a range of routine laboratory procedures and competence in pipetting, weighing, dilution, reagent preparation and quality checks
• Knowledge and understanding of the role of biomedical science in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
• Understanding of basic scientific techniques

Desirable

• Knowledge / interest in Biomedical Sciences

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Basic computer and keyboard skills
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work
• Good communication skills
• Ability to accurately follow protocol and instructions

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

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Freeman Hospital

317 01 Freeman Hospital

NE7 7DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We work closely in a multi-disciplinary team therefore an ability to work effectively and collaboratively within the immediate theatre team and the wider team as a whole is an essential aspect of the role.

New Cross Hospital delivers both elective and emergency theatre services therefore there may be a requirement to commit to out of hours / on call duties where required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC / HCPC registration

Experience/Skills

Essential

• If newly registered has had experience within an theatre setting (as a nursing student or within first year as new entrant to the profession).
• Has registration and has had experience within a theatre setting
• Basic numerical skills
• Standard keyboard skills and knowledge of a number of IT packages such as Word, PAS, and E-rostering etc.

Desirable

• Has the ability to work in two areas of peri-operative care

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

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Wolverhampton Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description/Person Specification for a full detail of role and main responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Appropriate post registration course for care setting

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of professional updating within the last 12 months

Skills

Essential

• Management 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.

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 Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Brunswick Rd

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description/Person Specification for a full detail of role and main responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational NVQ level 3 plus training, experience and knowledge to Diploma or equivalent experience
• Must have a good general education and must be numerate and literate with good command of spoken and written English

Experience

Essential

• Working as a member of a team
• Experience and good understanding of laboratory techniques/able to perform some complex tests under supervision

Desirable

• Experience and good understanding of Haematology/BT techniques/able to perform some complex tests under supervision

Flexibility

Essential

• Participation in full shift rota.

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 Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

Walsall Manor Hospital/ Haematology & Blood Transfusion Laboratory

Moat Road

Walsall

WS2 9PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This job will require managing a range of administration functions across a multidisciplinary team. The role will require the postholder to show their initiative and prioritise on a daily basis, primarily managing diaries and key projects through Microsoft Office functionality.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in English and Maths
• Competent in Microsoft Office Software including Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint and MS Teams

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an admin role

Desirable

• NHS experience

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

1 Horizon Place

Mellors Way

Nottingham

NG8 6PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Advertising date: 9th September 2026

Closing date: 16th September 2026

Shortlisting date: 23rd September 2026

Proposed Interview date: 22nd October 2026

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• We are kind
• We are open
• We are inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner with current NMC or HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Relevant diploma or degree, or working towards
• Teaching and assessing/mentoring qualification
• Related ENB/Theatre courses

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
• Knowledge of current professional & clinical issues
• Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures

Desirable

• Substantial post registration experience
• Substantial post registration experience within an acute hospital setting

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management, record management and organisational skills
• Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team

Other

Essential

• Motivated individual, commitment to personal & professional development
• Flexible and adaptable approach

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Hons in Occupational Therapy or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification
• Ability to share/cascade relevant knowledge and skills
• Registration with the Health Professions Council
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Clinical Educator qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration clinical experience where a degree of autonomous working has been required.
• Evidence of working on own initiative, managing time and prioritising
• Experience of extended role clinical responsibilities.
• Experience of supervision of junior staff and students.
• Experience of Audit procedures.
• Extensive clinical experience, including individual and group work.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a range of settings.
• Experience of conducting audit and / or research Experience of staff management.
• Experience of providing staff supervision and appraisal to both qualified and non professionally aligned staff.
• Clinical application of a variety of standardised assessment such as the MOHO tools

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to client group.
• Understanding and application of the Model of Human Occupation and associated assessment tools.
• Knowledge and experience of Occupational Therapy outcome measures.
• Demonstrable knowledge of a wide range of therapeutic interventions/techniques related to clinical specialty.
• Demonstrable knowledge and confidence in communicating the role of Occupational Therapy.
• Knowledge of current NHS trends/policy which influence service provision.
• Understanding of evidence based practice and its application.
• Detailed knowledge of legislation related to current practice.
• Detailed knowledge of the principals of clinical governance and its application.
• Knowledge of evidence based practice relating to occupational therapy
• Knowledge and understanding of a range of physical and mental health conditions
• Knowledge and understanding of the Model of Human Occupation
• Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice
• Understanding of team dynamics
• Knowledge of the basic principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Training and presentation skills.
• Understanding of current political climate affecting Health issues.
• I.T. Use of Databases and word processing and standard office packages.
• Critically analyse research and apply to practice Have understanding and knowledge of local area and facilities that clients may access.

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities.
• Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues.
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
• Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Ability to supervise junior or support staff.
• Credibility in main area of practice.
• Ability to perform under pressure across different service areas, quickly and effectively, making timely decisions and following through available agreed care pathways.
• Ability to assess, prioritise and co-ordinate the need for treatment.
• Ability to use learned knowledge to change practice and motivate staff
• Ability to make decisions autonomously and delegate work appropriately.
• IT skills including word processing, e-mail skills.
• Ability to work alone as well as part of a team.
• Presentation skills.
• Ability to deliver training to colleagues in health and/or other agencies.
• Resource management skills / training.
• Provision of Clinical Supervision.
• Experience in clinical audit.

Desirable

• Training and Presentation Skills.
• Understanding of clinical competence.
• Knowledge of Infection Control issues.
• Understand and commitment to the principle of equal opportunities in service delivery.

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Excellent communicator with all members of multi-disciplinary care teams.
• Self motivator.
• Professional attitude to work and team members.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• A keen desire and ability to continue to develop the departmental Service.
• Commitment to Professional Development.
• Commitment to maintaining evidence based practice.
• Able to travel (and at times) transport patients within the locality.
• Able to work 7 days per week.

Other requirements

Essential

• Registration with the Health professions Council
• Membership of professional body

Desirable

• Membership of special interest group

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 Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maryport Community Hospital

Ewanrigg Road

Maryport, Cumbria

CA15 8EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Advertising date: 9th September 2026

Closing date: 16th September 2026

Shortlisting date: 23rd September 2026

Proposed Interview date: 22nd October 2026

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or above in Healthcare or equivalent demonstrable experience within a Theatre setting
• GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Maths

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care
• Previous experience of working in a care assistant role
• Knowledge and understanding of the Theatre Care Assistant role and responsibilities
• Experience working in a Healthcare setting

Desirable

• Experience working within a Surgical/Theatre Department

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate both verbally and written.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Able to accept direction and guidance in the role.
• Aware of own limitations.
• Flexible working hours.
• Basic IT skills
• Ability to work independently or within a multi-disciplinary team

Values

Essential

• We are kind
• We are open
• We are inclusive

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full detail and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• First level degree in related subject
• Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care.
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification
• Clinical Diagnostics / Nurse Prescribing
• IT qualification
• Evidence of master's level learning

Knowledge and Skills

Desirable

• Audit/ research Skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Upton

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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