Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

To assist the Community Nursing Team in the provision of nursing care and support to patients and families in the community setting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To work as part of an integrated Community Nursing Service in providing specific care to a patient in the community setting as written in the care plan.

To provide personal care and support to palliative patients in their own homes.

To work alone and unsupervised and the ability to work autonomously.

To be responsible for the ordering of clinical supplies and stationery for the Community Nursing Team.

To work in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures.

To maintain high standards of personal hygiene adhering to Health and Safety Guidelines and Infection Control Guidelines within the trust.

To respect confidential information during the course of your work and refrain from discussing such information without the consent of the patient/client or a person entitled to act on his/her behalf, except where disclosure is required by law or by the Order of a Court or is necessary in the public interest.

Clinical

To monitor skin integrity of patients at risk of pressure ulcers formation and provide basic preventative information.

To provide full personal care to patients in the terminal phase of life.

To provide health screening for household patients e.g. Monitoring of blood glucose levels, phlebotomy, blood pressure recording and urine testing.

To provide clinical intervention for care of patients as directed by Registered Nurses, following training and assessment of competencies e.g. administration of insulin, basic wound care and bladder irrigation.

To check equipment on a regular basis and ensure it is safe to use.

To attend mandatory training in accordance with the Trust Policy.

To identify areas for development within a Personal Development Plan in collaboration with District Nurse coordinator/District Nursing Sister.

To report any Health and Safety or Infection Control issues.

To assist in clinical practice as expected up to NVQ Level III or equivalent.

Please see Full Job Description attached.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication skills verbal and written
• Wound care and pressure ulcer knowledge/experience
• Ability to provide personal care to patients in the terminal phase of life
• Ability to undertake clinical intervention for care of patients as directed by Registered Nurses
• Ability to work well within a team
• Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.

Desirable

• IT skills
• Use of SystmOne/EMIS

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCE/GCSEs Grade A*- C/level 9- 4 in Maths and English or Equivalent or Willingness to undertake Level 2 Functional Skills Qualifications in Maths and English
• NVQ Level III in Healthcare/equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Care certificate

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a healthcare setting

Desirable

• Community healthcare experience

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• The ability to travel independently across the Trust
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Grappenhall Annexe

Springfield Avenue

Warrington

Cheshire

WA4 2NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Hours - Bank work shifts will be released on a four-week basis. Additional shifts may be released during this period according to the needs of the charity.

Salary - £13.45 per hour a shift is 7 hours. Hours of work are between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.

We are currently updating our salary scales; this information will be released to you as soon as it is available.

If there are no available shifts in a month, a retention fee of £63.73 will be paid for that period.

Retention payments will be rescinded if three shifts are declined consecutively.

Hospital to Home

This scheme provides a wide range of short-term practical help for older people and their families and carers, following a referral from a health or social care professional, to prevent hospital admission or facilitate a safe discharge from Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Discharge Lounge Scheme

This service is based in the Discharge Lounge at the Northern General Hospital. It provides transport for patients who do not need ambulance transport but require more support than a taxi can provide. We offer wheelchair-accessible transport and, once home, take time to make sure that the patient is settled and has everything they need.

People who may benefit from the schemes are

Older and vulnerable people who may be frail or socially isolated, have no relatives, live alone or with older carers, and other vulnerable adults.

Older and vulnerable people who may be at risk of avoidable readmission.

Individuals or health/social care professionals who have concerns about home situations and a person's ability to live independently.

How the Schemes Work

Professionals from health and social care teams contact the office to arrange assistance for people being discharged from hospital or who are at home and at risk of readmission. Most requests are for short-term practical help and include, but are not limited to:

Collecting a patient from hospital and transporting them home safely.

Basic shopping.

Fitting temporary key safes.

Delivering and fitting small pieces of equipment, e.g. bed levers, commodes, pressure-relieving cushions and chair raisers.

Collecting clothes and other personal items from home and taking them to the ward.

Short-term feeding of pets left at home.

Picking up the patients key to provide access for a contractor, e.g. for repairs, adaptations or environmental health work.

Assistance with moving items of furniture to facilitate a hospital bed delivery, or to enable greater mobility and thus avoid admission to hospital.

Referrer-led home assessments.

Escorting to hospital appointments.

Welcoming the individual home.

Supporting the individual to follow up any problems associated with the hospital discharge process, for example, contacting district nurses or doctors as required.

Signposting to appropriate community activities and services.

Low-level support in essential areas such as food preparation, shopping, prescription and pension collection, light household cleaning and washing.

Advice and guidance on a healthy lifestyle and safety around the home.

Signposting to an appropriate benefits advice service, if required.

Duties and Responsibilities (Dependent on the Scheme)

Work closely with other team members to take referrals from a range of referrers, including health and social care staff, friends and family members and the individual themselves, and carry out those referrals where appropriate.

Complete referrals taken by the team for work described above.

Provide support to those discharged from hospital, or those likely to be readmitted, to help them regain the confidence to continue living independently.

Deliver a flexible, individual-centred service.

Provide support to informal carers.

Be available for enquiries from service users and their families and respond to any requests for information in a timely and professional manner.

Follow up, check and review all referrals with volunteers, service users and service providers in a systematic way.

As appropriate, provide telephone support to service users.

As directed, provide ongoing support and supervision to volunteers within SCCCC and ensure that the service is responsive to their needs.

Ensure that all duties and functions are carried out in accordance with SCCCCs regulations, policies, and procedures.

Maintain appropriate records of work undertaken and produce written reports as required.

Attend the meetings of the organisation and any other meetings as required.

Attend appropriate training courses to enhance and develop their own skills.

Liaise with the fundraiser in order to maximise donations to the organisation.

Publicise the scheme through all appropriate channels.

Carry out other duties and relevant tasks consistent with the responsibilities of the post, which from time to time may be required as agreed between the post holder and the Senior Manager.

This is not a complete description of the duties and may be amended in light of the organisations changing needs, following consultation with the postholder.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of two years experience in a relevant post or organisation
• Experience of contributing to a team environment
• Evidence of recent, relevant continuing professional development
• Understanding of the needs and challenges facing older people and their families
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals and organisations
• Ability to communicate effectively, both internally and externally, with a wide variety of audiences
• Good telephone manner and the ability to deal sensitively with service users, family members and carers
• Ability to relate well to volunteers
• Methodical and accurate record-keeping
• Computer literacy and proficiency in standard Microsoft Office packages, including spreadsheets
• Committed and highly self-motivated
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner and as part of a team, with a commitment to mutual support
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to solve problems competently
• Ability to adhere to an organisations policies, procedures and instructions
• Ability to act with integrity and take action if ethics, values or standards are compromised
• Car driver/owner with a full UK driving licence for a manual vehicle with daily access to a vehicle (this is essential)
• Shares SCCCCs values and ethos and is committed to SCCCCs vision
• Willing to work outside office hours (both evenings and weekends) when necessary
• Able to demonstrate outstanding timekeeping and attendance
• Able to display a flexible and adaptable approach to the range of duties required
• Level-headed and non-judgemental, with a calm approach and a commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
• Willingness to learn and a commitment to training and development
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Desirable

• Experience of working within a voluntary or charity sector organisation
• Experience of working with older people
• Experience of, or awareness of, risk assessments
• Qualification in community work and/or health and social care
• Understanding of the role of the voluntary and community sector in the field of health and social care
• Knowledge of health and safety issues
• Clear enhanced DBS disclosure check

Qualifications

Essential

• Five good GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths

Desirable

• Health and/or social care qualification

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

Sheffield Churches Council for Community Care

Address

Unit 19 President Buildings

Savile Street East

Sheffield

South Yorkshire

S4 7UQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://scccc.co.uk/about-us/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional Values

To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.

Uphold the Trust values and standards at all times.

Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential and meet Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act.

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the team. Promoting a professional and positive working environment.

To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policy and procedures ensuring an open and transparent culture.

To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons.

To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times.

To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as and when required by Service needs.

To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage.

To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Clinical Practice

To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.

To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants.

To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition.

Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction and supervision of the registered professional.

To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered Professional.

To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.

To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.

To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.

To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.

To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.

To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.

Communications and Interpersonal Relationships

Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required. Being aware of barriers to effective communication.

Always introduce yourself in line with the Trusts privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.

To answer the telephone when necessary in a polite, courteous manner and pass on enquiries to the registered professional.

Communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned and coordinated.

Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care under the direct supervision of a registered professional maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Report incidents, accidents and complaints as per Trust Policy and to the senior professional on duty, ensuring an open and transparent culture.

Use the Trust information support system and other computer systems as required by the clinical area in accordance with Trust policy.

Team Working

Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe keeping of patients property in accordance with Trust policy.

Promote a professional, welcoming and uncluttered environment; keep all storage areas safe, clean and tidy.

To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment in the clinical area including all equipment cleaning.

Ensure all waste and soiled linen is disposed of in line with Trust policy.

Participate in audit under the direction of the registered professional.

Clean and check beds, bed spaces and lockers following discharge and in preparation for admission (inpatient areas only).

Ensure deliveries are stored correctly and stock maintained to the required level.

Support the house keeper with general housekeeping duties, reporting as necessary essential cleaning needs (inpatient areas only).

Education, Training and Personal Development

To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions, i.e. infection control, resuscitation and manual handling training.

To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant Induction programme.

To participate in the Trust Appraisal process.

To undertake training as necessary for the development of the post and the relevance of the department including IT and clinical skills.

To continue personal development in relation to identified objectives.

Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience in delivering care and working in a healthcare or people centred environment

Skills

Essential

• Able to work to agreed level of competency
• Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Competent IT skills
• Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to write accurately and legibly

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team
• Compassionate and caring nature
• Empathetic
• Reliable

Other

Essential

• Passes pre-employment checks
• Able to work flexibly over a 24 hour period
• Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
• Able, with appropriate support, to work in an emotionally demanding environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Campion Ward

Royal Leamington Spa

CV376NX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (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 and/or knowledge

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached Job Description/Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Meets all essential 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

Denbigh CRT

Ruthin Road

Denbigh

LL16 3ES

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants should be experienced in children and young persons mental health at a senior level with the required leadership and clinical skills to support the Mental Health Support Team. Experience of recent working with schools and delivering mental health promotional collaborative work in such an arena is beneficial in order to be able to fulfil the role.

This post is subject to an enhanced childrens and adults barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

For further details please contact:

Zoe Gilbert, Service Manager for Reflexions on [email protected]

Closing Date for applications is 24th June 2026 however please be aware that if application numbers are high the post may close earlier.

Applicants should be experienced in CAMHS at a senior level with the required leadership and clinical skills to support the Mental Health Support Team. Experience of recent working with schools and delivering mental health promotional collaborative work in such an arena is preferable in order to be able to fulfil the role.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Core profession (HCPC, Social Care, Nursing or recognised degree level or broad based health and social care qualification which will require completion of The British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Knowledge Skills and attributes).
• Post graduate (Masters and above) level study.
• Management of staff experience including supervision and sickness/performance monitoring.
• Experience of specialist mental health assessment and therapeutic interventions with children and young people with mental health problems.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of child mental health problems, across the whole age range, reflecting all levels of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems and verbal and physical abuse.
• Able to travel across the Black Country easily.

Desirable

• Qualification and registration in CBT.
• CYPIAPT Supervisor training for high intensity CBT required or willing to undertake.

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Gem Centre

Neachells Lane

Wednesfield, Wolverhampton

WV11 3PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

As part of your statement please describe a model for psychological intervention for adolescents in a CAMHS acute pathway service (either hospital or community) experiencing mental health difficulties. You may wish to discuss how a common model of psychologically intervention could be adapted for this client group?

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Hon Degree Psychology

Experience

Essential

• Experience of leading formulation

Transport

Essential

• Can drive and has access to a car

Experience

Essential

• Has worked within a CAMHS or other Mental Health setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blandford/Alumhurst Road

Milldown Road

Blandford/Bournemouth

DT11 7DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Liaise with departments to create rotas that are both compliant with Terms & Conditions of service but also satisfy educational and operational needs. This will involve explaining complicated information with clinical and operational managers

Use good rostering practice to develop rotas, to support and create an effective training environment for Resident Doctors in Training that also meets the needs of the service, while enabling flexibility for doctors and employers

Support and advise Care Group Managers, senior clinicians and Doctors on the design and implementation of rotas and work schedules, including new approaches that achieve compliance ensuring safe staffing levels to protect patient safety

Work with Medical Workforce, Doctors in Training, their representatives, and Divisional management teams to provide regular analysis of information to ensure that hours and work intensity are regularly and adequately reviewed

Offer specialist advice to Medical and Dental staff and Divisional management teams to support safe rotas and the rostering of our medical workforce

Devise creative and innovative solutions to ensure compliance and assist with strategic planning to meet Resident Doctor Contract and WTD targets by maintaining strong service knowledge and identifying issues that may impact on compliance

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to A-Level standard, NVQ Level 4, equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience in a workforce, HR, rostering or operational environment
• oGCSE English and Maths Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working in a workforce, HR, medical staffing, e-Rostering or operational management environment
• oExperience of analysing and interpreting complex information and producing accurate reports
• oKnowledge of rota management, workforce planning principles and workforce systems

Competencies

Essential

• oAbility to manage and prioritise a complex workload, working independently and meeting deadlines
• oAbility to provide advice and guidance on complex workforce and rostering matters
• oAbility to analyse information, identify issues and develop practical solutions

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

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Walsall NHS Healthcare Trust

Moat Road

Walsall

WS2 9PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.

The Trust aims to recruit and retain the best possible staff who, through the application of their skills, qualification and experience, will make a positive contribution to our business of providing quality health care services. It is the Trusts view that the costs associated with moving house in order to take up a post with us should not restrict our ability to recruit the excellent people we need; therefore, we support staff to relocate with our relocation policy.

This post requires the post holder to be able to undertake all statutory and mandatory training and post holders must be able to undertake physical interventions. Fitness for physical intervention will be assessed by Occupational Health.

To ensure you fully understand how the Trust, as a Data Controller, will process and store your data please read the attached document Applicant and Staff Privacy Notice prior to applying for the role.

Candidates for any staff appointment shall, when making application, disclose in writing to the Trust whether they are related to any governor. Failure to disclose such a relationship may disqualify a candidate and, if appointed, may render them liable to dismissal.

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust are proud to have been recognised as a Veteran Aware Trust, evidencing the provision of the best care for Veterans and driving to improve the care for veterans and their families. Find out more about this by clicking on the link at the right-hand side, titled Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance.

At Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust, we are supportive of the people we care for in the community and aim to provide a fully responsive service to everyone who needs it. This is the same approach we take for our employees. We look to value the skills and experiences of those we work with, whether they are service users, carers, families or those looking to work with us.

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is part of the NHS. We treat NHS patients according to NHS principles and standards. The difference is the Trust is accountable to local people, rather than to Government, and so we are able to work closely with our community to develop services in the way that best suits the needs of local people.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A relevant Occupational qualification
• NMC registration
• Educated to degree (level 6) (or diploma equivalent)
• Extended skills qualifications relevant to the discipline ( District Nurse SPQ)

Desirable

• Hold a recognised teaching and assessment/ mentoring qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post registration Community Nursing Experience
• Clinical team leadership including professional and clinical supervision to staff at a variety of level

Desirable

• Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Use of electronic clinical recording system - S1 or similar system

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cheltenham Integrated Community Teams

Independent Living Centre, Village Road

Cheltenham

GL51 0BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To complete testing of autoclaves, washer disinfectors and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Adhere to local processes and HTM01-05
• Complete specific cleaning efficiency testing.
• Decontaminate and sterilise specialised re-usable dental equipment and instruments.
• To sterilise dental instruments using pressure vessels/autoclaves.
• To liaise with outside stakeholders to ensure a quality service.
• To be proactive in problem solving when equipment fails.
• To undertake administrative tasks within the clinic as required.

The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of knowledge
• Evidence of good attention to detail
• Evidence of good communication skills
• Clear and accurate recording skills, both digitally and written

Desirable

• Knowledge of HTM 01 05
• Experience in decontamination process
• Knowledge or experience of dental services

desirable

Essential

• Evidence of motivation, use of initiative and a team player
• Prioritising work loads

Desirable

• Knowledge of GHC 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Springbank Community Resource Centre

Springbank way

Cheltenham

GL51 0LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking Senior or Emergency Practitioners from a Nursing/Paramedic background who are committed to working as part of our Urgent Care Team to deliver an excellent and caring service to our patients. We have a multidisciplinary workforce which consists primarily of Advanced Clinicians and Emergency Practitioners trained in both adult and paediatric disciplines whom are supported by GPs. The main patient groups are patients with minor injury and minor illness. Patients who present to the Urgent Treatment Centre are managed by our expert team of Practitioners/Clinicians with an undifferentiated diagnosis through a process of assessment, formulation of a clinical management plan and subsequently discharge or transfer for definitive care. If you want to make a difference by becoming a dedicated and compassionate practitioner, then come and join our friendly multidisciplinary team at St Mary's UTC. We offer a challenging and rewarding experience, striving for excellence in patient safety, quality and continuous improvement. As part of our commitment to you, we will offer and support your development towards advanced practice under the guidance of a robust competency framework via experiential learning and development. We are committed to enhancing our service through high levels of training and development at both Degree and Masters Levels.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC / HCPC Registration
• 7 in Minor Injury & Illness
• Primary / Urgent Care Experience

Desirable

• NMC / HCPC Registration
• 7 in Minor Injury & Illness
• Primary / Urgent Care Experience

Experience

Essential

• NMC / HCPC Registration
• 7 in Minor Injury & Illness
• Primary / Urgent Care Experience

Desirable

• NMC / HCPC Registration
• 7 in Minor Injury & Illness
• Primary / Urgent Care Experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

• NMC / HCPC Registration
• 7 in Minor Injury & Illness
• Primary / Urgent Care Experience

Desirable

• NMC / HCPC Registration
• 7 in Minor Injury & Illness
• Primary / Urgent Care Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

Milton Road

Milton

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Overview:

• Work as a member of the Estates & Facilities Team in all areas of the site. Housekeepers will be expected to demonstrate a flexible attitude to their work to meet the needs of the service.
• Maintains a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness, as defined within the National Specification of Cleanliness.
• Prepares and presents patient meals and beverages in inpatient areas in accordance with Food Hygiene procedures.
• Full training will be given.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship as per the Governments UK VISA and Immigration Rules and Regulations. For more information please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Good Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Desirable

• Food Hygiene Certificate
• Cleaning or Catering Qualification

LENGTH AND / OR NATURE OF EXPERIENCE

Desirable

• Previous experience of cleaning and/or catering duties
• Experience in Customer Service

PROFESSIONAL / MANAGERIAL / SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of COSHH

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tewkesbury Hospital

Barton Road

Tewesbury

GL20 5QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for clinicians who value and enjoy multi-disciplinary working and have a high level of understanding of the distinct contribution and added value that psychological approaches can make to service provision.

For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the job role and requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post Graduate Doctoral level training in applied Psychology ( or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996 or outside the UK) as approved by the HCPC.
• Professionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the HCPC

Experience

Essential

• Assessed post-qualification experience of working as a qualified clinical psychologist., sufficient to have completed Band 7 preceptorship requirements
• Experience of working with people and their carer's in SCMH, or with people with complex mental health needs in different settings.
• Experience of working with a range of clients, presenting a range of clinical severity and maintenance of professionalism in challenging circumstances.
• Experience of tailoring psychological services to individual needs.
• Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for work.
• Experience of teaching, training, and supervising of doctoral level trainees.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Experience of in-patient ward work
• Experience of team working
• Experience in providing consultancy to colleagues
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Knowledge of research and audit methodology suitable to the job.

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

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Address

The Railings

Woodside Park

Rugby

CV21 2AW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As the successful candidate you must have a professional qualification i.e., nursing, occupational therapist or social worker, with substantial post registration experience as a qualified professional of which you will have recent experience working with clients within a secondary care mental health setting.

Communicate with both internal and external stakeholders, such as service users, carers, other teams, third sector and voluntary organisations on matters which may be complex and/or contentious.

Communicate effectively across a wide variety of settings, using tact and diplomacy in response to situations that may be complex and sensitive and may have resulted from conflict.

Providing advice and use their initiative and follow organisational procedures in routine and crisis situations

Apply communication skills which take account of other communication needs and differences, in order to plan, deliver and evaluate care.

Apply enhanced communication skills both oral and written to communicate information within records and reports within their service area. This may also include the need to respond to and offer and reassurance to questions and concerns from a variety of groups, such as service users, carers and other staff/teams.

Comply with and implement local and Trust policies and procedures regarding appropriate communication.

Be required to lead client reviews within the multi-disciplinary team and act as an advocate for service users

Analyse and act on multiple and complex information assuring adherence to local and national guidance, legislation and policy

Act within the limits of their competency and authority in line with their professional code of conduct.

Will manage and organise competing and conflicting priorities.

Review, evaluate and adjust activities in response to changing demands

Have the ability to use I.T. systems sensibly and purposefully to meet the needs of the role and will be required to utilise systems safely and securely in line with organisational guidelines.

Attend annual training and undertake life support training appropriate to role

Please see attached JD for further job responsibilities

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Relevant Professional Qualification i.e RMN, DipCOT
• Current unrestricted registration with HCPC/NMC
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree/ diploma supplemented by specialist training/experience, short courses to masters level equivalent
• Evidence of continuing professional development

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of Clinical Governance, safety and quality measures and Clinical Supervision
• Be able to prioritise and manage conflicting demands

OTHER

Essential

• Must have full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle for business use

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

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Address

Stratford Healthcare

Arden Street

Stratford Upon Avon

CV37 6NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will work across Coventry and Warwickshire to support patients within a care home setting with a focus on placement breakdown, admission avoidance and increase memory assessment using the Diadem assessment tool.

As a clinician within the team, we will ensure that you have clinical and professional support from the relevant professionals to support the maintenance of your professional registration. This support will be alongside the supervision and management.

Communicate with both internal and external stakeholders, such as service users, carers, other teams, third sector and voluntary organisations on matters which may be complex and/or contentious.

Communicate effectively across a wide variety of settings, using tact and diplomacy in response to situations that may be complex and sensitive and may have resulted from conflict.

Providing advice and use their initiative and follow organisational procedures in routine and crisis situations

Apply communication skills which take account of other communication needs and differences, in order to plan, deliver and evaluate care.

Apply enhanced communication skills both oral and written to communicate information within records and reports within their service area. This may also include the need to respond to and offer and reassurance to questions and concerns from a variety of groups, such as service users, carers and other staff/teams.

Comply with and implement local and Trust policies and procedures regarding appropriate communication.

Be required to lead client reviews within the multi-disciplinary team and act as an advocate for service users

Analyse and act on multiple and complex information assuring adherence to local and national guidance, legislation and policy

Act within the limits of their competency and authority in line with their professional code of conduct.

Will manage and organise competing and conflicting priorities.

Review, evaluate and adjust activities in response to changing demands

Have the ability to use I.T. systems sensibly and purposefully to meet the needs of the role and will be required to utilise systems safely and securely in line with organisational guidelines.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities see separate JD.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Management Qualification
• Degree/Diploma or equivalent
• Evidence of CPD
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree/ diploma supplemented by specialist training/experience, short courses to masters level equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Considerable post registration/qualification experience
• Highly developed specialist knowledge of safety and quality underpinned by theory and experience.
• Supervisory Experience and evidence of supervision training
• Evidence of Multi disciplinary and multi-agency working
• Evidence of developing the performance of services

Experience

Essential

• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Project management skills
• Time management skills
• Evidence of Service user/ carer involvement
• Extensive knowledge of Clinical Governance, safety and quality measures and Clinical Supervision
• Be able to prioritise and manage conflicting demands
• Knowledge of Best Practice
• Knowledge of Recovery Model focussed

Other

Essential

• Must have full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle for business use

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

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Address

Stratford Healthcare

Arden Street

Stratford Upon Avon

CV37 6NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience, in an appropriate field such as mechanical or electrical engineering or building plus specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate courses

Desirable

• Recognised continued professional development.
• * Formal Management training
• * Experience to master's level.

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of managing estate services in a major acute trust.
• *Experience of contract and project management.
• *Experience of working across multi sites/ Departments/ Services - both internal and external to the Organisation.
• *Experience of managing and developing staff, direct or indirect.
• *Experience of developing, implementing and interrogating detailed and highly complex information.
• *Experience of managing specialist estates services.
• *Experience of effectively developing policies, practices and procedures.
• *Experience of effectively applying specialist legislation, regulation, policies, practices & procedures.
• *Experience of managing a range of budgets & projects
• *Experience of effectively managing resources/assets and meeting financial targets for multi stranded services.
• *Evidence of successfully delivering value for money initiatives.
• *In depth knowledge health & safety legislation knowledge and their application in an estates department.
• *Specialist and up to date knowledge of own area of expertise, including associated legislation and regulation, including asbestos management, water safety and HSAW.

Desirable

• *Minimum of five years Management experience at a senior level within a large multidisciplinary service Organisation.
• *Experience of specifying, tendering, evaluating and procuring services and goods in accordance with EU and local regulations.
• *Experience of working alongside external bodies such as other NHS Trusts, HSE, and other similar national forums and agencies.
• *Evidence of improving service delivery.
• *Knowledge of KSF, Investors in People and PDRS process.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Effective financial, operational and contract management of multiple services and budgets.
• *Decision maker.
• *Creative and analytical ability to interrogate, interpret and develop often complex facts and/or information.
• *Excellent communication skills with the ability to receive and provide sensitive, contentious and complex information to a wide range of audiences
• *Ability to persuade, motivate, negotiate to overcome sometimes significant and hostile barriers to success.
• *Ability to write intelligible documents (reports, specifications, etc.) and present highly complex or sensitive information effectively to large groups of people.
• *Effective organisational, planning & leadership skills.
• *Negotiation, facilitation, leadership and coaching skills
• *Ability to effectively lead, plan and organise complex activities, sometimes with a degree of uncertainty which require formulation, adjustment and coordination with other professionals within the Organisation
• *Ability to work in collaboration with all staff disciplines.
• *Effective Project Management skills.
• *Advanced IT software skills, including use of Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and other specialist systems e.g. asbestos management software, Autocad.
• *Leader, delegator and Team player.
• *Ability to successfully influence and negotiate.
• *Able to work under pressure and make decisions without referral to others.
• *Professional, composed and resilient.
• *Effective negotiator with the ability to influence and achieve required outcomes in a complex environment.
• *Ability to think conceptually and communicate concepts effectively.
• *Ability to work on own initiative.
• *Enthusiastic and well-motivated.
• *Willingness to continuously develop both self and role.
• *Good organiser/time manager.

Desirable

• *Negotiation, facilitation, leadership and coaching skills
• *Ability to effectively lead, plan and organise complex activities, sometimes with a degree of uncertainty which require formulation, adjustment and coordination with other professionals within the Organisation.
• *Ability to work in collaboration with all staff disciplines.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Solihull Hospital

Lode Ln

Solihull

West Midlands

B91 2JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field (data/analytics/informatics/statistics/health/engineering/economics)
• Evidence of continuing professional development in analytics, data governance, digital/data platforms, or improvement

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification (MSc, MBA, Masters in statistics/data science)
• Professional accreditation/recognised training aligned to senior NHS data roles

Experience

Essential

• Significant senior leadership experience in BI/analytics/data within NHS or a comparable complex regulated environment.
• Track record of designing and delivering an analytics operating model (demand management, prioritisation, standards, governance, adoption).
• Experience of providing executive-level assurance and narrative, turning complex datasets into clear insight and decision options.
• Experience implementing metric definitions/ownership frameworks and improving data quality and trust.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, set standards, and deliver change at pace.

Desirable

• Experience leading advanced analytics (modelling, forecasting, scenario analysis, productivity/capacity analysis) and evaluation-style work to inform strategic decisions.
• Experience developing business cases/option appraisals.
• Experience operating at system level (ICS/region) and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Experience of using and implementing FDP solutions.

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

18 Mole Business Park

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as a Clinical Nurse Specialist within the Community Specialist Palliative Care Team across St Helens and Knowsley geographical area, supporting patients to be symptom managed in their usual place of residence. The focus of the role is to provide clinical expertise and leadership within the community setting.

To work in collaboration with our partner organisations so that patients are directed to the right service at the right time to meet their needs.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• IT literate
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a diverse workload
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand and analyse complex data
• Risk assessment skills
• Ability to network with multidisciplinary colleagues
• Self -management and motivation skills
• Report writing skills
• Confidence to challenge poor practice and ability to address difficult issues
• Ability to travel to work across boundaries

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post registration/qualification experience
• Experience of management and clinical leadership
• Experience of successful multi-agency working

Desirable

• Experience of delivering education and training programmes in specialist area
• Research skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent qualification
• Evidence of CPD/Short courses
• Registration with relevant professional body
• Appropriate prescriber (V300)

Desirable

• Clinical Examination and Diagnostics (or working towards)
• First line management qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of influencing, motivating and negotiating with others to achieve change in relation to care
• Awareness of current national and local agenda in NHS and Social Care
• Evidence of being able to communicate complex, sensitive information and advice on healthcare to patients/clients, carers and colleagues
• Understanding how other agencies work
• Awareness of factors that contribute to good health and the importance of promoting these in line with organisational public health policy

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 Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Willowbrook Hospice

Portico Lane

Prescot

L34 2QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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