Job description

Job responsibilities

Purpose of the Job:

To enhance the offer of mental health support from the Voluntary and Community Sector to individuals presenting to Crisis and Liaison teams via Sanctuary, Daylight and Night Owls. Working closely with Crisis staff and Mental Health Liaison teams the Sanctuary Support Worker will be community based to meet the needs of people referred by Crisis 24 and Liaison & Home First.

Key Task Areas and Responsibilities:

Main Duties

To improve the mental wellbeing of people experiencing emotional crisis

To liaise closely with PAH A&E, EPUT Crisis and Liaison Team & Home First.

To increase early access to help for people experiencing mental health crisis by providing a clear and effective pathway to services provided.

To contribute to an improvement in individual mental wellbeing.

To remain a source of independent support for all clients.

To reduce the use of police, ambulance and statutory mental health services for people experiencing crisis.

To contribute to the effective delivery of Crisis Support in partnership with Essex Partnership University NHS Trust.

Role

To support a small number of people requiring practical and emotional support in a supportive safe environment.

To welcome people and address immediate presenting issues.

To work with Crisis and Liaison Staff and Home First to identify safe and effective onward referral routes for people.

To continue work with people from Sanctuary & Night Owls who need next day follow up, assistance with accessing daytime services, support or reassurance.

To develop links with a range of external agencies, including, accommodation providers, health services, police, housing, debt advice, drug and alcohol services etc.

To ensure the safety of service users, and their carers.

To work effectively with other members of the team and to work supportively with other co-workers when on shift.

Record accurate, factual and contemporaneous notes on the CRM system designated for the role.

General

Understand, uphold and work with the values, ethos, aims and objectives of Mind in West Essex

At all times adhere to relevant legislation, and good practice

Represent the service, raise its profile and promote its cause

Promote and uphold service users rights.

Maintain professional boundaries at all times.

To share any and all concerns with Sanctuary Management and Senior Leadership Team.

To share good practice and relationships with everyone you come into contact within your role. Act as a positive role model showing professional and caring attitudes and behaviour towards other team members, service users and carers.

Work in a way that acknowledges the personal, social, cultural and spiritual strengths and needs of the individual.

To ensure compliance with legal, ethical, regulatory and social requirements.

To manage personal resources and own professional development.

To ensure all duties are carried out in a manner which promotes equity and diversity.

To promote a health and safety culture within the workplace, observe all health and safety rules and procedures as required and where appropriate conduct risk assessments.

Ensure that sensitive or personal information is not disclosed to or discussed with inappropriate persons.

All information must be maintained within the Data Protection Act and GDPR guidelines

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Awareness of issues relating to mental health service provision
• An understanding of mental health conditions
• Experience of working with adults with care and support needs
• Creative and flexible approach to working with individuals

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 1 year working in mental health services, in a supervisory capacity.

Desirable

• Relevant training in counselling, social work, occupational therapy or mental health nursing.
• Evidence of continual professional development

Knowledge, skills and practical

Essential

• Understanding of the relationship between mental health and social issues and how these may impact on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
• Understanding of relevant legislation and policies such as the Data Protection Act, Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Adults, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act.
• Understanding of working within safeguarding, data protection, confidentiality and equality frameworks
• Ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations in a calm manner
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload
• Ability to involve service users and carers in all aspects of their care and support.
• Good IT skills including Word, GSuite, Excel and CRM systems
• Ability to travel to work across West Essex.
• Ability to work unsocial hours and on a shift rota covering 7 days per week.

Desirable

• Understanding of the recovery model in mental health services
• Understanding of the principles of trauma informed care and a person-centred approach to 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Mind in West Essex

Address

Mind Sanctuary

Prentice Place

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard with Maths and English Language at grades A-C.

Desirable

• Information Goverence
• Knowledge of Careflow
• NVQ 2 Business Admin or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience with computer database input and related equipment
• Data entry experience
• General office experience of photocopiers, faxes, printers etc

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• In liaison with the Head of Psychological Wellbeing Services develop, maintain and co-ordinate office activities

• Develop office systems to ensure smooth running of the service

• Be the first point of contact for the Psychological and wellbeing service

• Accept any correspondence or communication into the service, and respond in line with process

• Support in the organisation and planning of events in the Psychological and Wellbeing service

• Review referrals as they are received and then pass on to relevant part of the service

• Be the first point of contact the Psychological and wellbeing service

Main responsibilities

• This role provides a comprehensive, efficient, and confidential secretarial and administrative service by organising the Psychological and wellbeing service on a day-to-day basis

• This role works closely with other Office Co-ordinators to ensure there is office cover and services run effectively

• The ability to adapt to the various needs of people who are contacting the service, with effective listening, negotiation, talking over the telephone, email and face to face is very important as the post holder will be dealing directly with clients and relatives as well as liaising with volunteers, other staff and services

Person Specification

Other requirements

Essential

• Ability to adapt and be responsive to changing needs of service
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Approachable, kind, and caring manner
• Commitment to the philosophy and values of Farleigh Hospice

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience in the use of Windows based applications- word, power point, outlook etc.
• Recent previous experience as an administrator/secretary
• Experience of dealing with queries and concerns in a sensitive manner
• Experience of working in a similar setting/with similar client group
• Effective and sensitive oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience of ordering equipment / materials
• Experience of organising events
• Experience & knowledge of the needs of children and families at different developmental stages

Skills/Ability/Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent Listening skills
• Good time management skills and ability to prioritise workload
• Accurate record keeping
• Can demonstrate ability to write clear and concise letters / emails
• Work well within a multi-professional setting
• Can demonstrate ability to work independently using own initiative

Qualifications

Essential

• RSA 3 or equivalent experience
• Good standard of education including GCSE English language, mathematics, grade A-C or equivalent

Desirable

• Customer Care in Healthcare
• Training/certificate in wellbeing support/experience

Employer details

Employer name

Farleigh Hospice

Address

Farleigh Hospice

North Court Road

Broomfield

Chelmsford

CM1 7FH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Skills

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Experience

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor

Croesnewydd Rd

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Result Areas:

Strategic Leadership and Service Development

Deliver highly developed planning, organisational and analytical expertise to ensure timely and effective delivery of high-quality services across SWFT and associated Trusts.

Work autonomously to anticipate and respond to emerging national policy, legislation and guidance, supporting the development of strategies, policies and procedures to support compliance with national standards and Trust objectives.

Align policies, strategies and operational best practices across sites to ensure standardisation and consistency of service delivery.

Support development and implement qualitative and quantitative performance measures to monitor compliance with Head of service strategies and national requirements.

Present performance updates, KPI reports and strategic recommendations at senior management forums, committees and Boards.

Ensure organisational strategies are effectively cascaded and implemented across all operational teams.

Promote innovation, service improvement and adoption of emerging healthcare technologies to enhance patient care and operational productivity.

Operational Management

Oversee and align operational activities across both EBME and Sterile Services departments, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and prioritisation of workloads.

Ensure effective management of medical device servicing, maintenance, repair and calibration activities in accordance with national standards and operational requirements.

Oversee the management and continual development of externally accredited quality systems, including ISO 13485:2016 and 9001:2015 compliance, ensuring all audits, corrective actions and non-conformities are appropriately managed

Ensure robust systems are in place for monitoring maintenance plans, project milestones, risks and operational performance.

Support and oversee equipment replacement programmes and medical equipment capital replacement planning across both Trusts.

Ensure all procurement activities relating to medical devices and sterile services are aligned across both Trusts, promoting standardisation and value for money.

Clinical and Technical Governance

Provide specialist scientific, technical and operational expertise relating to medical devices, sterile services and decontamination processes.

Advise clinical, scientific, technical and managerial staff on risks associated with medical devices and decontamination services, ensuring appropriate risk assessments and mitigation measures are implemented.

Develop detailed technical specifications, conduct product evaluations and provide evidence-based recommendations to clinicians and senior managers.

Represent both Trusts on relevant national safety networks and professional groups, including the National Medical Devices Safety Network.

Ensure full compliance with MHRA, NHS England and Central Alerting System (CAS) requirements relating to medical devices and decontamination standards.

Oversee the investigation and management of all medical device and sterile services safety incidents, ensuring robust investigations, corrective actions and reporting processes are completed.

Provide Trust-level assurance regarding the safe use, management and governance of medical devices and sterile services.

Continually review high-risk and complex medical devices and decontamination practices to ensure best practice standards are maintained.

Financial and Commercial Management

Hold budgetary responsibility for EBME and Sterile Services functions across both Trusts.

Monitor departmental expenditure and ensure services operate within agreed financial limits while maintaining high-quality standards.

Evaluate value for money in relation to equipment procurement, service contracts and operational delivery.

Support development and deliver annual cost improvement and efficiency programmes.

Ensure procurement and contract management activities align with contractual obligations, budgetary controls and service expectations.

Identify and implement opportunities for income generation and commercial service provision to external organisations where appropriate.

Lead initiatives to maximise joint Trust savings through collaborative procurement and service alignment.

Leadership and Workforce Development

Provide visible, effective and inspirational leadership to multidisciplinary healthcare engineering and sterile services teams.

Develop and maintain a highly skilled workforce through training, mentoring, succession planning and professional development.

Promote strong working relationships between EBME, Sterile Services, clinical teams and wider NHS professionals to support high-quality patient care.

Manage staff performance, conduct, welfare and development in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Lead on recruitment, appraisal, workforce planning and disciplinary processes as required.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, collaboration and patient safety.

Communication and Stakeholder Management

Lead complex projects and present progress updates, risks and outcomes to a wide range of stakeholders including Executive Directors and external organisations.

Communicate highly complex, sensitive and technical information clearly and effectively to staff at all levels.

Influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders internally and externally to secure service improvements and strategic objectives.

Chair and oversee relevant operational and governance groups, including the Medical Devices Group.

Promote and disseminate best practice methodologies, standards and procedures throughout both Trusts.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Masters level qualification in a relevant area to this role and/or a long term equivalent level of senior management experience in a related field
• Must have in-depth professional specialist knowledge across multiple disciplines acquired through training and experience over a significant period

Desirable

• Member of professional body or equivalent to fulfil lead professional roles, Good standard of education including good literacy and numeracy skills

Experience

Essential

• Significant proven and demonstrated experience at a senior level within Healthcare or similar environment for a minimum of 5 years. Experience of operational and technical interpretation, negotiation and service development across a range of service functions including Facilities, Estates, Medical Engineering and Sterile Services.
• Experience of implementing corporate systems, policies and procedures and ensuring organisation wide compliance
• Experience of reporting to/working with Corporate Management Team(s) and Boards or Committees on a regular basis
• Proven experience and track record of commercial activities; identifying developing and realising business growth opportunities
• Successful experience in leading and managing transformational change in the workplace, including services redesign to review and improve service delivery and policy development
• Specialist knowledge over more than one Services function and proven freedom to act and make decisions at a senior level on behalf of the organisation
• Providing board-level advice and guidance on service management strategic and operational issues including Risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Experienced in monitoring highly complex contracts and projects and auditing and compiling corporate documentation and reports
• Successful track record of effective people management including possessing excellent leadership qualities, staff engagement and development and performance management to deliver goals and targets
• High level budget management, with extensive revenue, pay and non-pay budget experience within large complex environments, including the delivery of cost improvement programmes, forecasting and financial expertise

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical services, health services design guidance, health service procurement guidance and regulatory standards

Skills

Essential

• Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Organisational framework
• Progresive Diverse Supportive
• Extensive evidence of a collaborative and inclusive leadership style with a strong emphasis on employee engagement
• Skilled at analysing and presenting highly complex and contentious data at executive level
• Skilled at handling complex external relationships with commercial providers which will include challenging where appropriate, areas which impact on service quality
• Skilled at managing multiple projects and services simultaneously with conflicting priorities to ensure service delivery and deadlines are met
• Advanced interpersonal skills including proven ability to work as an individual level or in groups comprised of a variety of stakeholders
• The ability to assimilate and analyses highly complex and sometimes contentious information and to present at executives forums
• Able to think analytically, anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead, using analytical techniques to identify options and solutions
• Able to work independently where required or as a team and to provide expert advice in matters relating Service line management
• Computer skills with the significant proficiency in the use of MS office packages and other IT systems including broad knowledge of database systems

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Can demonstrate initiative, creativity, flexibility and a personal ethos of continuous improvement
• Able to significantly influence others without any direct authority
• Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to actively listen, analyse, interpret and report complex data and promote discussion of views
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills and bale to effectively articulate a coherent vision to motivate others
• Knowledge of NHS procedures including standing financial instructions
• Recognises how their role contributes to the care of patients and others
• Ability to prioritise
• Self-motivate

Desirable

• Can demonstrate evidence of Trust values

Other

Essential

• Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the role
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
• To be part of the Trusts Manager On-call team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

SWFT Clinical Services Ltd

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV345BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in an imaging department
• Evidence of experience in Quality and Safety and Clinical Audit

Desirable

• Experience of working in an ultrasound department as a qualified sonographer

Qualifications

Essential

• PGDip/ PG Cert in medical ultrasound or DMU
• State Registration with HCPC /or equivalent in midwifery/ or if neither of these are applicable, registration with The register of Clinical Technologists on qualification

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD

Knowledge

Essential

• Technical knowledge for a range of ultrasound systems including image manipulation and trouble shooting.
• Experience with operating and managing I.T. systems including patient management, reporting and picture archiving systems.
• Understanding of Information Governance, Quality and Safety, and Confidentiality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Teaching Hospitals

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD9 6RJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To produce all catering services at the required service times to the company standards, within the agreed specification, to the agreed performance and financial targets.

To take full responsibility and accountability for the catering in our restaurant and caf outlets.

To lead by example by providing guidance and direction to staff in the team. Conducting yourself in a respectful and professional manner and to encourage others to act in the same manner.

To manage and undertake regular team meetings with the teams and provide feedback to the senior management team.

Manage the department in line with the Food Safety Management System.

To ensure that all food production areas, ancillary rooms fridges, and general catering equipment are kept in a clean and hygienic state through-out the duration of production, cooking, and service.

Carry out weekly & monthly audits against daily/monthly due diligence and cleaning schedules.

Actively enforce the relevant Food Safety compliance, that your knowledge of Health and Safety, Risk Management and COSHH requirements are kept up to date and that this knowledge is cascaded to your team.

To have a thorough knowledge of the Food Safety Procedures, cleaning techniques and standards and to ensure that staff use and maintain these.

Encourage, engage, and lead the catering team to perform their roles to a high standard, in alignment to the NHS policies and procedures.

Actively seek and identify opportunities for sales growth.

Create proposals for improvements in the department areas when the need occurs to the Catering Services Management Team and to contribute to the improvement of the services.

Manage tariff prices, that all catering services are costed and charged accordingly.

Maintain stock levels, consumption & wastage.

Management of the ordering of food and supplies.

Successfully completing weekly stock takes to manage the department consumption spend.

Trust wide, Directorate and Departmental procedures are implemented and complied with by all catering staff.

Manage departmental attendance and sickness, in line with the absence and sickness policies.

Manage all Short Term and Long-Term sickness.

Manage Recruitment, Onboarding & Training, ensure that staffing levels meet budgets.

To co-ordinate the mandatory training needs for all catering team members and report on completion statistics

Report any work difficulties and potential hazards such as equipment defects promptly to the responsible line manager or external service provider.

To maintain a pleasant customer focussed manner always. Be the face of the food service front and back of house.

To undertake, manage and supervise annual appraisals with all catering team members and to report back any figures a necessary.

Monitor and Adhere to the Trust and Departmental uniform policies and codes.

To complete weekly timesheets on the e-rostering system for bank and substantive staff.

Work with other department managers to organise hospitality events.

Any other reasonable request related to tasks identified by the Catering Services Manager.

Person Specification

Education, Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Food Safety Level 3
• NVQ3 Vocational Chef Qualification, or equivalent knowledge acquired through training & experience
• Knowledge acquired through training & experience to diploma level on special diets & health & safety management
• Willingness to undergo additional training

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Recognized Catering Craft Skill
• Strong People Management Skills including general HR skills in recruitment, training and managing employee performance including disciplinary & grievance procedures
• Delivered a service in a smililar role
• Financial Acumen, managing budget
• Catering experience & a great passion for food & team engagement

Skills

Essential

• Preparation of food to deadlines and general food production such as butchery
• Kitchen task planning and organising, adjusting work schedule as required

Key Competencies/Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Passionate & committed to bringing our Dedicated to Excellence Values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality, diversity & inclusion of staff, patients & service users.
• Management of day to day kitchen operations & delegation of work to colleagues
• Ensures safe use of equipment & associated training
• Strong level of literacy & numeracy
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with staff & customers
• Good time management & organisational skills with the ability to think ahead
• Computer Literacy
• Completing Staff surveys & local audits
• Ability to achieve & set standards
• Self motivated, have own initiative & the ability to meet deadlines
• Mental effort & concentration required when cooking and using equipment
• Processing of time sheets & work records for staff & colleagues
• Ability to develop employees through training

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

Eat Street Restaurant, Northampton General Hospital

Cliftonville

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the HR Advisory Team to deliver high quality advice and guidance to managers in line with our policies, employment legislation, values and best practice.

Full job description attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Associate Diploma in People Management (Level 5) or equivalent qualification or equivalent level of experience
• Affiliate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
• Demonstration of Continued Professional Development

Analytical and Judgemental Skills

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative and have the ability to problem solve
• Ability to work to meet conflicting deadlines
• Sound decision making skills

Desirable

• Report writing skills and ability to analyse data

Planning and Organisational Skills

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise own work and work of others effectively when dealing with constant interruptions

Communication

Essential

• Effective verbal and written communication and influencing skills
• Effective presentation and organisational skills
• Able to communicate information to staff at all levels of the organisation
• Able to deliver training on HR policies and procedures
• Able to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner
• Able to understand the HR issues arising from operational management issues and advise managers appropriately and persuasively on the course of action they should take.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate a range of generalist HR knowledge and experience
• Experience of interpreting and advising on terms and conditions, policies and procedures
• Experience of providing advice and support to managers on HR related concerns including absence management, disciplinary, grievance.
• Up to date knowledge of employment legislation and good employment practice.
• Experience of using Microsoft Excel or similar to provide reports or to interpret data

Desirable

• NHS or public sector experience
• Experience of using NHS systems including Electronic Staff Record
• Knowledge of the NHS Terms and Conditions Handbook
• Experience of employee relations gained within a unionised environment
• Experience of using and extracting information from HR Databases

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

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Wonford House

Dryden Road

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view a full description of the job and its main responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Numerate and literate, with Maths and English GCSE (Level 4 or above), or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Proven IT skills

Experience

Essential

• Proven administration experience in a busy office environment
• Proven experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS
• Knowledge of SystmOne,
• Knowledge of RingCentral,
• Knowledge of ESSITY.

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Typing skills
• Good organisational and communications skills
• Proven ability to work on own initiative, without direct supervision, prioritising and managing own workload
• Articulate, calm, polite and well-motivated with a positive attitude to customer care
• Effective communication and listening skills

Desirable

• Enhanced IT skills
• Planning skills
• Customer care skills

Personal Attributes / Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behaviour Framework)

Essential

• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Committed to providing the best possible service to patients showing care and compassion
• Tact and diplomacy

Other

Essential

• Flexible attitude and approach to work to meet Patient / Service needs
• Able to make own transport arrangements to meet the needs of the Service
• Willingness to cover in other geographical locations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Norwich Community Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

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Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Knowledge of therapeutic procedures gained through a combination of formal training, short courses and experiences to diploma level 5 or equivalent. Or Foundation degree in health and social care or a level 5 apprenticeship

Desirable

• Social prescribing training
• Care certificate
• Level 3 Supporting Participation in Physical Activity for People with Long Term Health Conditions

Experience

Essential

• Experience in health and/or social care settings, such as employment, work experience, volunteering or placement(s)
• Experience of delivering therapy programmes.
• Experience of using Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of physical, mental, and behavioural health conditions
• Familiarity of common conditions requiring therapy (e.g., developmental delays, neurological conditions, musculoskeletal issues)
• Ability to develop and implement therapy programmes
• Ability to speak to children, families explaining procedures and building rapport
• Ability to deliver training to colleagues, parents and other specialties
• Organisational skills to manage workload, prioritise and adapt to changing circumstances
• Analytical skills to assess situations, make judgements and modify therapeutic interventions as needed

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Flexible approach to work to adjust therapy plans based on the changing needs of children.
• Proactive in identifying improvements to develop the service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Ryegate Children's Centre

Tapton Crescent Road

Sheffield

S10 5DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To support Specialist Bd7 OT and MDT in the provision of Environmental Control equipment to patients in the Community living with complex disabilities.

2. To follow-up on aspects following the equipment installation to ensure issues arising are resolved, liaising within the patient, support workers, MDT and supplier contractor field engineer and Customer support staff where necessary

3. Provide tuition support and user information guides to patients regarding operation use of their environmental control equipment

4. Undertake reviews by telephone and visit of patients use of Environmental Control equipment and feedback to MDT members and other services involved as relevant

5. Complete clinical records and other documentation in regard to patient contact and interventions in accordance with the service procedures

6. Undertake other clinically related administrative tasks to fulfil service workload; examples include; appointment contact, routine correspondence, Outcome Measure data collation, patient equipment issue recording and summary letter.

7. Handling of Environmental Control equipment including adjustment of set up at patients home, collection of equipment and standard decontamination procedures

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Foundation degree in OT, Long Term Conditions or other relevant subject, working towards or equivalent qualification.
• Full UK Driving License and eligibility to drive

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a therapy team in a healthcare environment

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as part of a multi professional team.

Desirable

• Evidence of experience in equipment provision (eg routine community equipment)
• Evidence of experience in specialist EAT equipment provision.
• Experience working with patients with neurological conditions

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the therapy process.
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to reflect on own practice & participate in self development programmes
• Demonstrable effective time management and prioritisation
• An understanding of a range of neurological conditions and relevant terminology, and common problems.
• Knowledge of moving and handling principles in respect of patients and equipment
• Verbal and written communication skills and ability to build effective professional working relationships.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
• Able to visit patients in their own homes including travel on public transport and/or driving
• Adaptable and flexible 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mount Vernon Hospital

RAFT Building , Rickmansworth Road

Northwood

HA6 2RN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role is very physically demanding with lots of moving and handling of various weight and equipment of all sizes. The expectation is that staff are able to undertake all duties as described in this job description.

Provides support and assistance to the theatre teams by undertaking these essential duties:

Transferring patients to and from the department (pre and post surgery on trollies and patient beds)

Ensuring the histological specimens are transported safely in accordance to trust procedures to the pathology laboratory.

Safe transfer of blood specimens and arterial blood gases

Maintenance of the theatre scrubex machine, to ensure that the department have stock of theatre scrubs

Flexibility in undertaking duties in both Main Theatres and Sunderland Day case Theatres

Safe transportation of surgical instruments to and from the IHSS collection point

Ensure all clean surgical instruments are placed in correct store rooms within the department

Undertake time critical tasks to meet the demand of the department

Ensure that all equipment, beds, trollies are transported across the department and across the trust in accordance to manual handling guidelines

Lone working will be undertaken in this role- therefore all staff must meet physical ability requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of a General Education e.g. GCSE's or equivalent in Maths and English

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding the requirements of Patient Confidentiality
• Knowledge of Manual Handling of patients, using lifting aids
• Understanding of perioperative environment and professional accountability

Experience

Essential

• Some experience of working in a health care setting
• Customer Care Experience
• Commitment to working in partnership with patients/care

Skills

Essential

• Ability to follow clear instructions and provide feedback to senior staff
• Ability to project a professional manner and approach
• Good hygiene skills (e.g. hand washing etc)
• To be competent in moving and handling as the role is physically demanding and requires the movement of various size of equipment, and varying differing weight of equipment - therefore a level of physical fitness is 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

Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Medway Maritime Hospital

Windmill Road

Gillingham, Kent

ME7 5NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

After a period of training, to be able to independently set up and carry out any calibration, testing and system checks necessary in relation to diagnostic and therapeutic equipment in adherence to relevant departmental standard operating procedures (SOP).

To be able to, with training, perform spirometry face to face with patients in health locations within North Merseyside.

To be able to, with training, prepare and programme spirometry diagnostic equipment, perform spirometry clinics to ARTP standards.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous Healthcare experience
• Experience of working within a clinical setting
• Experience of working with confidential and sensitive information
• Experience of Diagnostic Procedures

Desirable

• Experience as Assistant technical officer and have some knowledge of Spirometry

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate good knowledge of scientific principles.

Desirable

• Medical terminology
• Science GCSE or equivalent

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 / equivalent relevant discipline
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or Equivalen
• GCSE Science or equivalent.

Desirable

• ARTP certificate in spirometry

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job SummaryUnder the supervision of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carer.

The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a registered nurse.CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in all aspects of patient care with particular attention to personalhygiene and grooming.
• Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained.
• Support of patients in managing incontinence and promotion of continence.
• The recording of a patients fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts.
• Preparation and serving of patients meals, drinks and snacks. Assisting / feeding patients as necessary.
• The recording of patients dietary intake when indicated in the patients plan of care.
• Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances.
• Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patients plan of care
• Carry out any movement and handling within the safe practice guidelines from your mandatory training and in relation to the patients manual handling plan.
• Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing.
• Removal of cannulae, catheters and nasogastric tubes Undertake the dressing of non-complex wounds (in accordance with identified competencies and in conjunction with the plan of care)
• Naso-gastric/PEG feeding once the tube has been passed and checked by a registered professional
• Prepare and maintain environments for clinical treatments and investigations
• Prepare patients for treatments, investigations or procedures including offering support, answering questions appropriate to own knowledge/experience and assisting in recovery
• Collection of Blood products from laboratory as requested
• Chaperoning and escorting patients to clinical departments within the hospital and to other hospitals for investigations.
• Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices.
• General and clinical observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered Nursing Staff, to include:
• Recording of blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respirationrate
• Oxygen saturation monitoring
• Recording of peak flow
• Undertake blood glucose monitoring and venepuncture upon the direction of the registered nurse
• Documentation in patients nursing records of any care given, ensuring the entrt is countersigned by the Registered Nurse responsible for the patient at the time.
• Initiate Basic Life Support techniques as appropriate and provides assist to the registered nurse as required in prolonged resuscitation situations.
• Contribute to the development of Essence of Care and benchmarking
• Provide a verbal handover of the patients care under the direct supervision of the registered nurse
• Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and carers.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takes measures to overcome communication difficulties
• Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour
• General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions,and operation beds. (Refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds).
• Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol.
• Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas.
• Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy
• Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents, reporting of incidents if they occur.
• Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved.
• Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy.
• Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in the admission process.
• Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff.

CLERICAL DUTIES

• Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service, this may involve:
• Reception/telephone duties
• Basic computer skills
• Obtaining case notes/x-rays
• Filing
• Act as messenger in the absence of other more appropriate person e.g. to other wards, laboratory, Medical Engineering etc.
• Complete maintenance repair forms
• Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels of stationary, ward provisions, clean linen etc. completing as necessary requisitions forms for authorisation

The post holder shall as necessary provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues.

The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 3

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in hospital setting working at NVQ level 2

Knowledge

Essential

• Reputation for high standard of patient care

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting
• Basic Computer Skills

Other

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues and patients

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical sciences
• Appropriate accredited technician checking qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of medicines optimisation issues
• Pharmacy legal requirements and controlled drug legislation

Desirable

• Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems.
• Has a good understanding of security issues in relation to the prison environment
• Substance misuse knowledge

Skills

Essential

• Good clinical pharmacy knowledge including terminology
• Computer literate- able to use Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to prepare reports and bulletins
• Influencing skills
• Able to use Microsoft PowerPoint and Outlook (or competent to complete) Patient counselling skills
• Has a good understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues
• Ability to work in a complex and challenging environment
• Able to demonstrate a good standard of literacy and numeracy

Desirable

• Able to interpret and understand prescribing information
• Medicines supply / administration direct to the patient
• Smoking cessation advisor
• Experience of Immunisation and vaccinations
• Experience of capillary blood testing procedures

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

Spectrum Community Health CIC

Address

HMP Holme House

Holme House Rd

Stockton-on-Tees

TS18 2QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://spectrum-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see full job description for details,

If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Speech and Language Therapist with relevant degree and HCPC registration
• Evidence of Dysphagia training

Desirable

• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy
• Evidence of study at masters level or willingness to undertake

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of stroke rehabilitation
• Specialist skills in managing communication and swallowing difficulties after stroke
• Evidence of leadership skills
• Involvement in service development and audit

Desirable

• Experience of working in a community stroke service
• Able to work collaboratively within own and multidisciplinary health and social care teams
• Highly competent clinical documentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

Cadbury Garden Centre Offices

Smallway,

Congresbury

BS49 5AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)