Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Are you an Employment Specialist looking to make a difference in peoples lives? Do you wish to help people who are under our Secondary Mental Health Services get back into paid employment? If so you're in luck! Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust have an opportunity to join our Step On team for a 12-month fixed term contract,

You will champion of the Trust's Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Service via the Step On Team and effectively manage a caseload of 20-25 people in receipt of secondary mental health services, in order to facilitate individuals to gain and retain paid employment and/or engage in Higher Education.

A key to success will be enabling these clients to successfully make the transition into the labour market and reducing the number of service users who are not engaged in any form of vocational activity. You will work directly with mainstream employers to secure employment opportunities for service users whilst providing on-going support according to needs therefore to enable people who have experienced mental health problems to gain and retain education/employment.

You will be trained in Individual Placement and Support (IPS) or be willing to train to diploma level.

Main duties of the job

As an Employment Specialist you will effectively manage a caseload of people in receipt of secondary mental health services.

As parts of this role, you will be expected to:

• Receive complex and sensitive information in the form of referrals from Care Coordinators, to meet regularly with Case Managers to co-ordinate and integrate vocational services into mental health treatment.
• Communicate effectively with clients, giving empathy when disclosing sensitive or contentious information, providing reassurance, training and the motivation to move forward and to overcome any barriers to understanding.
• Understand a range of work procedures and practises following the Centre for Mental Health's intensive IPS Training course, Motivational Interviewing training and benefits advice programme.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-ZR-26-8332242

Job locations

Foundation House, St Georges Hospital

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

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Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/44KxWXs

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For further information regarding this role, please see attached the full job description and person specification.

For further information please contact Helen Felton [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT: Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/4buATxw Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/44KxWXs MPFT - Adult Mental Health Services South Staffs - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/3K3B7ju For further information regarding this role, please see attached the full job description and person specification. For further information please contact Helen Felton [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated or relevant work experience to degree level or equivalent.
• Trained in IPS or willingness to train to diploma level

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working with people who have experienced mental health problems within health, social services.
• An understanding of the employment needs and difficulties of people who experience mental health problems.
• oExperience of helping people to obtain or keep education / work

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of welfare benefits and all disability / employment related benefits.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage service users, their families/friends. Good facilitation skills
• Basic counselling skills
• An ability to work independently, reliably and consistently

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated or relevant work experience to degree level or equivalent. Trained in IPS or willingness to train to diploma level Experience Essential Significant experience of working with people who have experienced mental health problems within health, social services. An understanding of the employment needs and difficulties of people who experience mental health problems. oExperience of helping people to obtain or keep education / work Desirable Experience and knowledge of welfare benefits and all disability / employment related benefits. Skills & Knowledge Essential Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage service users, their families/friends. Good facilitation skills Basic counselling skills An ability to work independently, reliably and consistently

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Foundation House, St Georges Hospital

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Foundation House, St Georges Hospital

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their mental health journey? Do you have excellent communication skills and a desire to make a positive impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dedicated team as anMHSI Hub Navigator.

As a Navigator in our Mental Health and Social Inclusion Hub, you will play a crucial role in assessing mental health referrals primarily through telephone consultations. Using your exceptional judgment and empathy, you will determine the needs, risks, and urgency of response for each individual. By delivering safe and effective services, you will guide them towards the appropriate level of support.

Apply today and become an integral part of our team. Together, let's create a positive impact on mental health and well-being in our community.

Please note shifts cover 24/7, this will involve you working a mix of day and night shifts.

Main duties of the job

• You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, primarily receiving calls, processing enquiries and facilitating the triage of people referred into the MHSI Hub team.
• Supervise Assistant MHSI Hub Navigators and support MH Practitioners on the MHSI hub to ensure a high quality service is provided.
• Assist individuals with mental health needs to navigate and access specialist health, social care and community services that will support them in their individual recovery journey
• A commitment to delivering a flexible service which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-SB-26-8319195

Job locations

St Michaels Court

Lichfield

WS13 6EE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Job description Job responsibilities Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT: Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oLevel 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent and willing to undertake additional qualifications in Health and Social Care
• oPossesses a recognised basic IT qualification (ECDL or equivalent) or can display IT skills to an equivalent level of competence
• oA clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice

Desirable

• oCustomer Care/Service or Business Administration qualification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• oGood written and verbal communications skills.
• oExcellent telephone skills
• oUse of Patient Clinical Systems i.e. RIO.
• oAbility to maintain information in a confidential and secure manner.
• oAbility to work within deadlines and under pressure

Desirable

• oKnowledge of medical terminology
• oAbility to challenge stigma and promote positive images of Mental Health

Experience

Essential

• oAble to work within a Team environment and contribute effectively to Team / Service development.
• oPrevious customer care experience.
• oExperience of working within a health and social care environment with a focus on mental health
• oPrevious experience in a similar role.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oLevel 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent and willing to undertake additional qualifications in Health and Social Care oPossesses a recognised basic IT qualification (ECDL or equivalent) or can display IT skills to an equivalent level of competence oA clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Desirable oCustomer Care/Service or Business Administration qualification Skills and Knowledge Essential oGood written and verbal communications skills. oExcellent telephone skills oUse of Patient Clinical Systems i.e. RIO. oAbility to maintain information in a confidential and secure manner. oAbility to work within deadlines and under pressure Desirable oKnowledge of medical terminology oAbility to challenge stigma and promote positive images of Mental Health Experience Essential oAble to work within a Team environment and contribute effectively to Team / Service development. oPrevious customer care experience. oExperience of working within a health and social care environment with a focus on mental health oPrevious experience in a similar role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Michaels Court

Lichfield

WS13 6EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Michaels Court

Lichfield

WS13 6EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

You will support the provision of the dispensary, ward and community based services to enable the smooth, seamless and efficient supply of medicines across the Trust. You will work under the supervision of the Senior Assistant Technical Officer, Dispensary Manager, Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists.

The Pharmacy & Medicines Optimisation Team is a diverse and exciting team providing pharmacy services to our 3 main sites; Haywood, St Georges and Redwoods along with a number of community based hubs.

We value our staff and aim to support them in their Pharmacy journey.

• Your work life balance is important to us, so you will be required to only work a maximum of 2 Bank holidays per year, with currently no weekend or late night working.
• Training, education and support provided.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To assist the pharmacy team (under the supervision of a pharmacy registered professional) in providing a high quality service to patients, customers and pharmacy staff in the dispensaries and within the Trust, by promoting a positive and professional image of pharmacy and demonstrating good customer care skills.

Take an active role in accurately dispensing medicines to provide an efficient and timely service and participate in reception duties. Take part in the management of stock, including ordering, receiving, and storing of stock and actively participate in routine stock checks. Ensure the working environment is kept clean and tidy and to support pharmacy professionals in the delivery of an effective, efficient pharmacy service.

About us

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;

• Supporting your career development and progression
• Excellent NHS Pension scheme
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Options for flexible working
• Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days)
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
• If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
• Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
• Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
• Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
• Free car parking at all trust sites
• Free flu vaccinations every year
• Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and autonomous Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our well established and evolving North Staffordshire Integrated Community Stroke Service (ICSS) giving you the opportunity to help drive developing and implementing high quality stroke rehabilitation care pathways and multidisciplinary training plans.

This is a 9 month contract for 30 hours to cover a secondment.

You will actively contribute to working in partnership with our patients, care partners and building a culture of research and development. Supporting our strong links to our local community an invested interest in improving our stroke rehabilitation service with the overall aim being to improve the health and wellbeing of the population served.

We offer excellent continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities and building robust learning plans utilising the Stroke Specialist Education Framework (SSEF) and aligning to Allied Health Professionals (AHP) pillars of practice. Our service is transformational with the post holder requiring a level of NHS and stroke rehabilitation experience, high emotional intelligence and confidence to support with helping us drive development of our ICSS model.

We are based at the Haywood Hospital with our community service working across a 7 day shift pattern. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to travel independently and efficiently over a large geographical area .

Main duties of the job

As the Specialist Occupational Therapist you will be responsible for the management of a complex stroke caseload, which includes specialist assessment and evaluation (within service specification), goal setting and care planning in conjunction with patient and care partner.

As part of this role you will be expected to,

Deliver a range of therapeutic interventions following specific occupational therapy and interdisciplinary assessments including goal planning and evaluation within a biopsychosocial approach to maximise an individual's abilities.

Develop effective communication and delegation to team members and wider professionals within service specified processes to meet the needs of the individual.

Complete and contribute to robust risk assessments & management plans promoting positive risk taking to improve quality of life and maximise occupational and functional performance/independence.

Maintain effective service and clinical governance reporting systems including contemporaneous paperwork, safeguarding and incident reporting mechanisms.

Support in the provision of formal and informal training of pre/post registration students, staff members, carers and service users.

Responsible for participating in quality driven processes, research and service development opportunities.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trustorwww.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

301-LBG-26-8297793

Job locations

Haywood Hospital

High Lane

Burslem

ST6 7AG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

To see the full detailed job description and full details of the job, please refer to the job description and specification attached.

Job description Job responsibilities This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn To see the full detailed job description and full details of the job, please refer to the job description and specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Registration with HCPC
• Proof of CPD

Desirable

• Specialist interest and education in stroke
• MOCA training
• Bobath or equivalent training
• Masters modules

Experience

Essential

• NHS or relevant experience
• Supporting service users, families, carers
• Good time management
• Previous experience with stroke survivors

Desirable

• Experience of negotiation and conflict management in clinical situations.
• Splinting
• Cognitive rehabilitation
• Behavioural management
• Anxiety management
• Lifestyle and risk prevention

Skills, knowledge and abilities

Essential

• oUnderstanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, HCPC / RCOT standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults/Children.
• Clinical knowledge of Stroke
• Good IT skills
• Good communication skills

Desirable

• oKnowledge of relevant NHSE / DOH and NICE guidance. Understanding of wider NHS agenda and its application to the local context.

Personal attributes

Essential

• Aware of trust values
• Able to work independently
• Good communication
• Team working

Desirable

• Lone working confidence

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent. Registration with HCPC Proof of CPD Desirable Specialist interest and education in stroke MOCA training Bobath or equivalent training Masters modules Experience Essential NHS or relevant experience Supporting service users, families, carers Good time management Previous experience with stroke survivors Desirable Experience of negotiation and conflict management in clinical situations. Splinting Cognitive rehabilitation Behavioural management Anxiety management Lifestyle and risk prevention Skills, knowledge and abilities Essential oUnderstanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, HCPC / RCOT standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults/Children. Clinical knowledge of Stroke Good IT skills Good communication skills Desirable oKnowledge of relevant NHSE / DOH and NICE guidance. Understanding of wider NHS agenda and its application to the local context. Personal attributes Essential Aware of trust values Able to work independently Good communication Team working Desirable Lone working confidence

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).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Haywood Hospital

High Lane

Burslem

ST6 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Haywood Hospital

High Lane

Burslem

ST6 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Start Your NHS Career With Us -- Your Future Begins at Royal Berkshire Hospital

If you're passionate about helping others and ready to take your first step into a meaningful, long-term career, Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust wants to hear from you. We're looking for enthusiastic, caring and motivated individuals to join us as Healthcare Assistants -- and to grow with us through our exceptional apprenticeship pathways.

This is more than a job. It's your opportunity to gain highly valued NHS experience, develop clinical skills, and build a career you can be proud of. Our Healthcare Assistants can go on to become Nursing Associates and Registered Nurses through our apprenticeship programmes -your journey could start right here.

Main duties of the job

Why begin your career with us

• A supportive environment where your learning and development truly matter
• Opportunities to apply for apprenticeship routes after probation, including:

**The Nursing Associate Apprenticeship and the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship

• Structured progression for those who want to build a long-term future in healthcare
• Hands-on experience in a busy acute hospital -- the perfect foundation for a clinical career
• A team that values compassion, communication and a willingness to learn

What we're looking for

You don't need previous healthcare experience -- just the right values. If you're caring, reliable, eager to learn and committed to making a difference, you'll fit right in. Good communication skills and a compassionate approach are essential.

Please note: this role requires full-time working (37.5 hours per week) on a rota covering days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital foundation trusts in the country, and currently touch the lives of half a million patients in the west of Berkshire every year by providing high quality acute medical and surgical services for our local communities. The Trust strives to provide high quality, compassionate care for our patients and their families.

Our values:

• Compassionate
• Aspirational
• Resourceful
• Excellent

The town of Reading sits on the River Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford, and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work, and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.

The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as good.

Job summary

This post attracts a Recruitment & Retention Premium of 15%

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Band 7 Echocardiographer to join our internationally recognised Echo service. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic cardiac diagnostics department at a leading UK teaching and research hospital; and is ideal for an experienced echocardiographer seeking career progression within a supportive, forward-thinking and high-profile cardiac centre

Applicants must hold a BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent), relevant specialist cardiac training, and recognised echo accreditation (BSE, EACVI or equivalent). Experience in advanced echo techniques, including stress, 3D and contrast imaging, is highly desirable

The department is a fully digital service equipped with state-of-the-art cardiac ultrasound systems, including Philips and GE platforms. Reporting and post-processing are supported by ISCV and TomTec, ensuring high-quality, standardised echo reporting

We deliver a comprehensive range of investigations, including transthoracic echo with 3D and GLS, stress echo (Dobutamine, Exercise and Valve), contrast /bubble studies, and TOE

You will work with a high degree of autonomy, providing advanced clinical practice while contributing to service development, quality improvement, and the training and supervision of junior staff. The department has a strong academic profile and actively encourages involvement in research, innovation and service transformation

Main duties of the job

• Act as a specialist Echocardiographer within a multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively with principal physiologists, imaging consultants, administrative staff, junior colleagues and support services to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Independently perform and interpret a broad range of diagnostic echocardiography studies, including advanced techniques such as 3D imaging and GLS, producing accurate, timely reports in line with BSE standards and Trust protocols.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of national and international guidelines to ensure ongoing clinical excellence and technical competence.
• Effectively manage and prioritise workload to meet service demands, coordinating inpatient and outpatient activity and ensuring timely completion of studies and reports.
• Contribute to the operational delivery of the service through participation in appraisal, performance review, service development and delegated supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
• Support the monitoring and management of echocardiography equipment and consumables, escalating issues as required to maintain service continuity.
• Promote a patient-focused, multidisciplinary approach and actively contribute to innovation, service improvement and the adoption of advanced echocardiography practice across the department and wider Trust

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum pro rata including HCA + 15% RRP

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

213-DivisionC-8011827-A

Job locations

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Practice as a specialist autonomous professional in adult echocardiography and show proficiency in exercising clinical judgement when required.
• Practice safely and effectively, interpret and act upon results of the tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform diagnostic echocardiography using advanced techniques such as 3D and GLS to produce a clinically comprehensive report in accordance with BSE guidelines and local standards/protocols
• Perform echocardiography in a range of settings, including portable scans at bedside, ITU and cardiac catheter labs.
• Administer appropriate medications and contrast agents as part of advanced clinical practice.
• Participate in setting excellent local standards in Echocardiography, and to continually develop and update these to ensure they incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence-based practice.
• Keep abreast of developments in Echocardiography and disseminate new information to other members of staff effectively.
• Comply with national and international guidelines such as BSE, ASE, NICE, ESC and SCST as well as local clinical guidelines; and ensure that these guidelines are adhered to.
• Ensure that Kings Echo service communicates with other centres and external stakeholders in a professional and productive manner, facilitating the exchange of patient records and minimising disruption to services
• Perform regular audits to ensure compliance with local and national standards.
• Apply and promote evidence-based practice and use of relevant clinical protocols and procedures at the complex and advanced level; as well as acquire and maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests, investigations and measurements.
• Comment and advise on new proposals and protocols, especially for service improvements.
• Adhere to infection control guidelines including correct use of PPE and uniform policy.

Education and Training

• Provide training, mentorship and support to junior staff, SpRs and Echo Fellows, with a view to improve their echo knowledge and skills.
• Assist in echocardiography education throughout the Trust, including medical students, PTP and STP trainees.
• Maintain own proficiency in echo and other technical skills by keeping up to date with current guidelines.
• Ensure that own mandatory training certificates are current.
• Actively participate in his/her own performance review and own professional development.
• Maintain BSE and/or other transthoracic echocardiography accreditation
• Maintain/ work towards additional professional accreditation as appropriate.
• Complete relevant training and competencies to provide advanced clinical practice.
• The post holder will be encouraged to maintain and/or obtain HCPC registration, further educational qualifications and memberships with professional bodies.
• Administer appropriate medications and contrast agents as part of advanced clinical practice.
• Write up interesting case studies / clinical abstracts and submit to appropriate journals.
• Actively participate in educational sessions and journal club.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities Practice as a specialist autonomous professional in adult echocardiography and show proficiency in exercising clinical judgement when required. Practice safely and effectively, interpret and act upon results of the tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Perform diagnostic echocardiography using advanced techniques such as 3D and GLS to produce a clinically comprehensive report in accordance with BSE guidelines and local standards/protocols Perform echocardiography in a range of settings, including portable scans at bedside, ITU and cardiac catheter labs. Administer appropriate medications and contrast agents as part of advanced clinical practice. Participate in setting excellent local standards in Echocardiography, and to continually develop and update these to ensure they incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence-based practice. Keep abreast of developments in Echocardiography and disseminate new information to other members of staff effectively. Comply with national and international guidelines such as BSE, ASE, NICE, ESC and SCST as well as local clinical guidelines; and ensure that these guidelines are adhered to. Ensure that Kings Echo service communicates with other centres and external stakeholders in a professional and productive manner, facilitating the exchange of patient records and minimising disruption to services Perform regular audits to ensure compliance with local and national standards. Apply and promote evidence-based practice and use of relevant clinical protocols and procedures at the complex and advanced level; as well as acquire and maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests, investigations and measurements. Comment and advise on new proposals and protocols, especially for service improvements. Adhere to infection control guidelines including correct use of PPE and uniform policy. Education and Training Provide training, mentorship and support to junior staff, SpRs and Echo Fellows, with a view to improve their echo knowledge and skills. Assist in echocardiography education throughout the Trust, including medical students, PTP and STP trainees. Maintain own proficiency in echo and other technical skills by keeping up to date with current guidelines. Ensure that own mandatory training certificates are current. Actively participate in his/her own performance review and own professional development. Maintain BSE and/or other transthoracic echocardiography accreditation Maintain/ work towards additional professional accreditation as appropriate. Complete relevant training and competencies to provide advanced clinical practice. The post holder will be encouraged to maintain and/or obtain HCPC registration, further educational qualifications and memberships with professional bodies. Administer appropriate medications and contrast agents as part of advanced clinical practice. Write up interesting case studies / clinical abstracts and submit to appropriate journals. Actively participate in educational sessions and journal club.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent
• Possess Adult TTE BSE/ equivalent accreditation
• Intermediate Life Support (ILS)
• Highly developed IT skills

Desirable

• HCPC accredited
• Clinical assessment Level 7 Module
• Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Skills/ experience

Essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Skills in teaching/ training

Desirable

• Experience in Stress Echo and TOE
• Publications such as clinical case studies / abstracts
• Ability to understand financial and budgetary information
• Awareness of current NHS challenges and Long-Term Plans / Strategy which may affect he Future direction of Echocardiography
• Awareness of DM01 waiting lists

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent Possess Adult TTE BSE/ equivalent accreditation Intermediate Life Support (ILS) Highly developed IT skills Desirable HCPC accredited Clinical assessment Level 7 Module Advanced Life Support (ALS) Skills/ experience Essential Strong written and verbal communication skills Leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team Skills in teaching/ training Desirable Experience in Stress Echo and TOE Publications such as clinical case studies / abstracts Ability to understand financial and budgetary information Awareness of current NHS challenges and Long-Term Plans / Strategy which may affect he Future direction of Echocardiography Awareness of DM01 waiting lists

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).

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

South Rural Primary Care Network, are looking to recruit an experienced Paramedic/FCP to join their team based at the Holbrook and Shotley practice. This role is only open to applicants with previous primary care experience. This position is offered on a full-time basis but part-time can be considered for the correct applicant.

Please note, at present the PCN and practice cannot support the ACP pathway, this position is for a FCP pathway Paramedic.

Main duties of the job

• Urgently respond to referrals and provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment at first point of contact by attending to patients, according to patients needs either in the practice or patient homes.
• Support, and continue the development of, an on-the-day emergency patient service in the practice.
• Accurately triage and prioritise patients, including in both emergency situations and telephone triage, demonstrating the use of a variety of techniques to elicit the history of an event/illness, including past medical and drug history.
• Evaluate clinical information from examination and history taking, and initiate appropriate treatment and/or referral.
• Review the effectiveness of the treatment provided, making changes where necessary to improve patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in an efficient manner.

About us

South Rural PCN provides services to 56,000 patients across rural Suffolk and is headed by 2 proactive, supportive and committed Clinical Directors. Our PCN includes the following practices: Bildeston Health Centre, Constable Country Medical Practice (East Bergholt and Capel St Mary), Hadleigh Health Centre, The Holbrook and Shotley Surgeries and Needham Market Country Practice.

Bildeston Health Centre is a friendly, medium sized, rural dispensing practice. We are CQC rated GOOD and score very highly on the Patient Experience survey. We have a growing list size of 7,600+ patients with two GP partners. We currently have 2 practices nurses, 2 HCAs, and a very supportive care navigation and admin team.

We are active members of the South Rural PCN who provide us with a practice paramedic and clinical pharmacist.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated speech and language therapist to help us support children and young people in a range of settings across Essex.

This Band 7 role involves co-ordinating, supporting and delivering a high quality, evidence based service in a range of settings, predominantly within the clinical fields of complex needs and AAC. There are also opportunities to supervise and manage therapists, developing their skills, as well as therapy assistants.

Main duties of the job

To lead on service delivery in designated settings

To hold a highly specialist clinical caseload within these schools.

To supervise and line manage therapists and assistants

To contribute to the planning and service delivery of the Therapies service

To work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy team, as well as the wider multi disciplinary SEND Therapies team.

About us

Provide is a Community Interest Company (social enterprise). We deliver a broad range of health and social care services in the community, and are committed to making sure that they are safe, responsive and of high quality. Provide is owned by its employees and has primarily social objectives. Any profits we make are reinvested into the local community or back into delivering services.

We work from a variety of community settings, such as community hospitals, community clinics, schools, nursing homes and primary care settings, as well as within people's homes to provide more than 40 services to children, families and adults across Essex, Dorset, East Anglia and the North of England.

A highly respected, award winning health and social care provider. We expect our staff to demonstrate and uphold our values at all times:

Vision: Transforming Lives

Values: Care, Innovation and Compassion

Mission: An ambitious, employee owned social enterprise, growing in size and influence. We transform lives by treating, caring and educating people.

Provide is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, proud to have LGBT+ and Ethnic Minority Networks.

We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups. If you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply regardless of your background.

Eligible for NHS Pension

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Personality and Relational (P&R) Service based in Teesside. The team supports individuals with complex emotional needs and works with staff teams across planned and urgent care services in Teesside. This role offers experience of working in a systemic way across multiple agencies, teams. It includes both indirect and direct ways of working and the ability to develop excellent working relationships with a diverse range of professionals.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Sponsorship may be available for this role in specific circumstances in line with Home Office regulations, where applicants were granted permission as a Skilled Worker under the immigration rules in place before 22 July 2025, and have had continuous permission as a Skilled Worker since then. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. VisitImmigration Rules - Immigration Rules Appendix Skilled Occupations - Guidance - GOV.UK

Main duties of the job

You could be involved in:

• complex safety and risk planning, including multi-agency safety plans
• contributing to multidisciplinary discussions about a patient's diagnosis, treatment and care plan
• Developing formulations by reading notes, investigating histories etcwith a focus on understanding risk
• working directly with service users supporting with safety planning, short interventions if appropriate
• Supporting the supervision of staff teams
• Supporting teaching and training on Structured Clinical Management and topics related to complex emotional needs.
• Evaluation of the service
• Literature reviews related to the client group

You'll be supervised by a registered practitioner psychologist with overall clinical responsibility for the patients you work with.

You will also be provided with ongoing supervision to help you engage in self-reflection, seek and respond to feedback, and develop your professional knowledge and skills.

You'll need to keep clear written records, draft reports, evaluations and document safety plans / multi-agency plans.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job summary

This post is only open to current employees of TEWV. Any applications received from non-TEWV employees will not be considered.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated registered Pharmacy Technician to join our successful team and contribute towards developing our services. The successful applicant will share our vision and be committed to our values and goals for the delivery of the best care to our patients. If you would like to work for an organisation that ensures excellence in patient care is achievable, then we would like to hear from you.

Whether you are an experienced or newly qualified technician, we can offer further development and training to extend your role in improving patient care.

Applicants should hold Level 3 BTEC / NVQ Pharmacy Services certificate or equivalent, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician. (At the time of applying Pre-registration pharmacy technicians need to be due to qualify /register in four months or less)

Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy department as a qualified technician or as a student technician is desirable although applications from qualified pharmacy technicians working in the community sector are welcome.

The role involves providing ward-based medicines management services to wards within West Park Hospital and accuracy checking in the dispensary.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide technical aspects of the pharmacy medicines management and medicines optimisation services, working at West Park Hospital in Darlington.

You will work with the other pharmacy colleagues, in the dispensary and wards, to provide patients with an accurate and timely supply of medication from admission through to discharge.

You should be able to competently clinically check an array of medication from a variety of order forms.

You will be responsible for a range of technical duties in the dispensary to aid in the smooth and efficient running of the department and will assist the Clinical Pharmacists and Senior Pharmacy Technicians in the provision of a ward-based medicines optimisation service.

You will deliver the technical clinical pharmacy service and promote medicines optimisation across a variety of specialities under the direction of the Lead Pharmacy Technician, whilst always promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pharmacist to join our friendly and supportive team working at The Avenue Surgery.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Pharmacist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a supportive and forward-thinking primary care organisation.

Applications are welcomed from both newly qualified and experienced Pharmacists. We are committed to supporting our staff and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to help achieve a positive work-life balance.

Main duties of the job

To work alongside GPs and other health professionals to provide expertise in clinical pharmacy, medicines optimisation, management and safety through structured medication reviews. You will provide leadership for medicines use to ensure patients experience high quality patient care that will improve health outcomes and efficiency of the primary care team by providing direct, accessible and timely expertise which include telephone contact with patients.

The main duties will include using your own clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team and ICB to provide face to face and remote medications review, support management of patients with long-term conditions and co-morbidities, undertake medicines reconciliation, polypharmacy management, provide telephone consultation, repeat prescription standardisations, implementation and management, drug monitoring management, shared-care agreement management and clinical audits.

The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational effectiveness within primary so requires, motivation, passion and resilience to deliver and excellent service within general practice.

You will work as part of the prescribing team, you will lead and support the team by providing day to day line management. You will represent the surgery as prescribing lead for the surgery within the PCN and the ICB.

About us

Sussex Primary Care run a number of GP Practices across Sussex providing excellent primary care in the heart of the community. We are a learning organisation that listens to our team of staff, patients and partners to guide our future. At the heart of our vision are our patients and their needs.

Be patient-focussed in everything we do

Support staff to be the best they can be

Innovate, learn and evaluate

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen on the band 6 Occupational Therapy general rotation at Barts Health NHS Trust. This is a rotational post, aimed at consolidating and enhancing knowledge and experience across acute rotations at The Royal London Hospital, Major Trauma Centre and St Bartholomew's Hospital, Tertiary Centre for heart and cancer care. The role provides high quality patient assessment, treatment and intervention as part the specialist therapy team on each rotation.

We are looking for a highly skilled, innovative and passionate individual to join our Band 6 Occupational Therapy team. The Royal London Hospital & St Bartholomew's Hospital Band 6 Occupational Therapy rotation involves 9-month rotations across a range of diverse areas.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, autonomous and dynamic individual who is committed to further improving their clinical assessment and activity analysis skills and providing high quality, timely and effective services to patients and the organisation.

The successful candidate will work alongside occupational therapy colleagues and work as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team to develop your clinical, leadership, teaching and service development skills whilst working within a supportive and motivated team. The teams are committed to ongoing learning and development and as a member of the team the successful candidate will be part of this as well as take a leading role.

Main duties of the job

To provide evidence-based, functional assessments, treatment and discharge planning to patients within the clinical speciality.

To provide advanced cognitive, motor, sensory and perceptual assessments and treatments for patients with complex needs.

To provide specialist advice and information to patients, carers and other professionals.

To perform manual handling tasks such as the hoisting and/or transfer of patients, fitting of ADL equipment, and basic IT skills.

To participate in evidence-based audit and service development projects relevant to the area of speciality will be carried out in conjunction with the Senior Therapists (OT/PT) in order to ensure high standards of care & service development are maintained and improved upon.

To provide supervision and support learning and development of other staff including band 5 occupational therapists, support workers and students.

To participate in the Band 6 rotational scheme working across the Barts Health NHS Trust sites which will require working in a range of ward settings and departments

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

Job summary

Do you want to develop your physiotherapy career within paediatrics?

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, self-motivated member of staff to help provide a high-quality, comprehensive and proactive clinical physiotherapy service for children and young people (0 to 19 years of age) referred to our specialist children's physiotherapy service within the community setting. If you are a qualified Physiotherapist keen to develop your clinical skills working with children with relevant community and/ or paediatric experience, we would be pleased to hear from you.

We are based at Kaleidoscope, a purpose-built Children and Young People's Centre, in Catford and provide physiotherapy for children and young people in the diverse population of the London borough of Lewisham with neurodevelopmental conditions.

The successful candidate will be motivated, organised and committed to working within a team environment.

An extended DBS check and fulfilment of the physical requirement of the post are detailed in the person specification. A clean driving license is desirable, however the borough has good transport links.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work within mainstream and special schools, provide early intervention to identified client groups under five and assess and treat school-age children. They will take an active part in leading physiotherapy groups for children, deliver aquatic therapy and supervise students on clinical placement. The post holder will hold a varied caseload and be able to develop their skills in postural management, neurodevelopmental interventions, specialist equipment and orthotics, rotating within areas within the service.

Within Lewisham there is a strong multidisciplinary/ multiagency approach to working with children and young people, the post holder will support this and will be involved in promoting it for individual families.

We have a physiotherapy team of 12 members of staff and offer peer support, with a strong commitment to continuing professional development. The post holder will be supported by dedicated and experienced band 7 Physiotherapists. They will have opportunities to develop clinical and organisational skills in a variety of settings and to work with children of all ages from 0-19 years.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

Please Note:

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK independently, with a visa or immigration status that allows them to fulfil the full duration and type of contract offered. The Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Children and young people with mental health problems are often accommodated in Paed ED,PAU and Willow ward whilst receiving medical care and/or awaiting a mental health assessment.An increasing number of these children and young people are then placed on a Section and detained under the Mental Health Act. This post will play a key role in supporting staff around the management of these patients.

If you are a mental health nurse with experience in working with children we would love to heart from you

Main duties of the job

This post will play a key role in supporting staff around the management of these patients. Thepost holder will provide relevant training, supervision / debriefing and support to staff and act asthe interface between Paediatric ED, PAU and Willow ward, NELFT and the CAMHS ServiceThe purpose of this role is to provide a safe and timely assessment and ongoing support tochildren and young people who present in a mental health crisis. To develop and deliver robusteducational interventions that promotes best practice in the management of patientsexperiencing, or at risk of self-harm. To support staff within the units to appropriately risk assess,support care provision and attend MDT meetings to support the pathway of children and youngpeople with mental health conditions within the acute trust.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Long Lartin,

HMP Long Lartin is a Category A male prison with a capacity of 620 inmates located in the village of South Littleton in the Wychavon district in Worcestershire.

We offer a challenging, yet rewarding to learn and grow your career in healthcare, where you will be fully supported, and no two days are ever the same!

Due to the location of HMP Long Lartin you will ideally be a car driver.

Hours

• Monday Sunday
• 37.5 hours per week
• Weekdays & Weekend shift patters -7.30am 8pm
• 1.5 week in a month

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £29,264 - £33,510 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

#LI-AS1

Job summary

We are recruiting for a Oncology Counsellor who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.

The Lynda Jackson Macmillan Centre provides support and information to patients and carers attending Mount Vernon Cancer Centre for treatments such as chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy.

It is a valuable resource for people affected by cancer and is staffed by oncology trained health professionals, complementary therapists, counsellors, an art therapist and psychologist, and other volunteers with a wide variety of experience. The centre's status is part NHS and part charitable.

The successful candidate will assess patients, plan and implement an appropriate specialist psychological intervention for cancer patients and maintain associated records. You will liaise and provide specialist advice to the wider multi-disciplinary team and provide training to medical and non-medical staff and students, as appropriate.

You will assist the Lead by taking part in research and audit in the specialist area of cancer counselling. Also, you will act in accordance with, and undertake continued professional development, in line with their governing professional body and in house guidelines

At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us.

Main duties of the job

Use highly specialised therapeutic skills and theoretical frameworks to assess suitability of patients and carers, for psychological interventions.

To autonomously plan and implement a course of counselling (up to six sessions) to meet the individual needs of patients and/or carers.

To plan and organise own caseload.

Able to run therapeutic groups for patients and carers.

To organise and make decisions regarding referrals to other services.

To be responsible for using clinical supervision to facilitate work with patient.

Maintain client case notes and write letters following counselling sessions in accordance with local policy and guidelines for best practice.

Communicate with the wider multi-disciplinary team regarding the outcome of psychological assessment and treatment.

To take part in training to provide specialist training to other staff and/or volunteers.

About us

At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general & specialist services we provide & our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible & innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now.

We run the following hospitals:

• The Lister Hospital, Stevenage
• New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City
• Hertford County, Hertford
• Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood

We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation; our staff & patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda.

We understand that finding and starting a new job is an important life decision. If you need reasonable adjustments for a disability, or a life event, such as menopause - so that we can consider your application fairly & to get the best out of you during the selection process, please let us know.

We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. Employees are entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns & we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made & considered formally, & will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen.