Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about the duties and responsibilities for this role, please refer to the attached Job Description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

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

Locala Health and Wellbeing

Address

Dewsbury Health Centre Wellington Road Dewsbury, WF13 1HN United Kingdom

Dewsbury

WF13 1HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN
• Sub part 1 of the NMC Register
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Commitment to Lifelong Learning and completion of the rotational developmental programme of training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Elmleigh

61a New Lane

Havant

Hampshire

PO9 2JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain, audit and monitor cleaning standards aligned to the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2025 and linen standards within your areas of responsibility to agreed national guidelines, Trust requirements and take corrective action where required.

Responsible for ensuring the correct application of the Quality Management System where it interfaces with their daily activities

Safe use of chemicals, machinery and appropriate use of P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment) by staff under your control.

Control the issue of appropriate cleaning items for use at departmental level.

Maintain staffing rotas / schedules as specified and ensure any remedial tasks are carried out in a timely fashion.

Ensure departmental resources are correctly managed and maintained throughout the work area e.g., stock and equipment.

Report any structural or fabric repairs to be made good via appropriate systems.

Monitor staff for adherence to all relevant policies and procedures that are relevant to the area and that they are working in a safe manner.

Identify staff training / development needs using the Trusts appraisal system.

Organise appropriate training for the various staff groups under your control including new employees.

Present accurately collected and analysed information to the Head of Operational Services to facilitate the effective use of departmental budgetary resources.

Assist in the development of departmental policies and procedures and oversee their implementation.

Organise and control the staff rotas to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained at all times.

Maintain appropriate records to ensure compliance with all current Trust policies and procedures.

Monitor staff time sheets / attendance and sickness records in accordance with the relevant Trust policies and procedures.

Help carry out Facilities Services orientated duties as required.

Specialist Cleaning Activities:

To undertake any specialised cleaning (HPV cleaning) as and when instructed by a supervisor or manager following appropriate protocols and completion of associated documentation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• CMI Level 3 Diploma Team Leader/Supervisor / NVQ Level 3 Supervisory Qualification OR Equivalent Level Experience
• Customer Service Level 2 or Equivalent Qualification/ Experience
• Basic Numneracy
• Basic Literacy

Desirable

• CMI Level 5 / NVQ level 5 Management Qualification OR Equivalent Experience

Special Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to supervise and motivate a multi-skilled team.
• Excellent written / verbal communication skills, flexible, motivated, keen, able to work as part of a team & individually, be able to train different staff groups and must have good levels of
• personal hygiene.
• Natural & enthusiastic leader
• Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback to senior staff
• Committed to quality customer care/delivering excellent customer service.
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Able to work with minimal supervision following set procedures.
• Experience of working to National Standards relevant ro Facilities Services

Desirable

• Understanding of the National Standards of Cleanliness

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of working as a team lead or supervsor in a healthcare environment. Experience of working in a multi professional team.
• DSE Assessors
• Managing Absence Grievance & Capability
• Right People Right Job Great Expectations

Special Requirments

Essential

• Must be caring, flexible and reliable and have good levels of personal hygiene.

Desirable

• The ability to work unsupervised

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

CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)

Address

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

DURHAM

DH1 5TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To treat colleagues, mothers and families with respect at all times, creating a positive role model and team playerTo act at all times in safeguarding the integrity, confidentiality and

availability of sensitive information relating to mother sand staff

To recognise and promote all aspects of culture diversity, devising baby care plans as guided by registered practitioner, which respond positively to ethnic awareness with sensitivity, where necessaryTo carry out delegated clinical nursing procedures/techniques whenever required in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Trust, within an agreed and monitored supervisory frameworkTo have the ability to provide effective staff support to the mothers and carers.

*applicants who are not a nursery nurse are not eligible to apply*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• National Nursery Education Board qualification or equivalent to BTEC (National Diploma in Nursery Nursing) or
• equivalent such as NVQ level3 (child care and Education) or Foundation Degree in Early Years with a minimum of 2-years management experience

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the Statutory Framework for Early Years Foundation Stage and the EYFS to ensure best practice. Up to date awareness of recent research and guidance on child development.
• A comprehensive working knowledge of legislation and national directives/policies relating to children
• Extensive post registration experience working with Mental Health service users

Desirable

• Undertake all required Trust Mandatory training

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good level understanding of Mental Health disorders and treatment models
• Flexible and responsive approach to mother and baby care
• knowledge of the principles or risk assessment and risk management Knowledge and ability to positively manage change

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lewisham Perinatal Mental Health Team

First Floor, Old Town Hall

Catford

SE6 4RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Desirable

• IT Qualification

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

• Time Management
• Problem solving
• Verbal and written communication

Experience

Essential

• Computer literate

Desirable

• Knowledge of hospital environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Frome Ward Hereford County Hospital

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The student health visitor will learn how to lead in the provision of a family centred, evidence based public health service that promotes and improves health and addresses inequalities to a defined caseload, population or community.

This will be achieved through shadowing experienced staff and participating in the delivery of public health nursing model at a community and universal reach, progressing to learning about the targeted response and specialist response level. The student will work in line with the Local Authorities corporate objectives and will be expected to make a positive contribution to the provision of public health services. The student health visitor is expected to work in line with the Southend City Council values and behaviours delivering excellent care with compassion. This is underpinned by policies, guidance and operating procedures developed from evidence-based research as well as opportunities to update knowledge through our education forums and skills & drills sessions.

A full Job description and Person Specification is attached.

The student health visitor will learn about becoming the key health professional for a specific caseload, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and high quality services to families, using research based evidence to inform practice within agreed professional standards.

The student health visitor will have opportunities to work in partnership with Social Care and other statutory agencies in assessing and providing quality care to children within a selective caseload whilst supported by experienced colleagues within the health visiting team.

Key responsibilities will include workingto build effective relationships that support all team members to ensure optimum service delivery

Establish and maintain partnerships with families and other agencies in a multi-agency and integrated working environment

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual/family focused/group programs of care, under the direction of the Health Visitor / School Nurse and work in partnership with other agencies, including early years provision/schools

To adhere to the Southend City Council Healthy Child frameworks and pathways in relation to our client group

To be aware of and demonstrate increasing skills and knowledge in assessment and decision making in relation to local safeguarding, looked after children, domestic abuse and vulnerable children policies and procedures.

Assist in planning, delivery and evaluation public health initiatives through community-based health promotion activities which reflect need and meet the key performance targets of the organisation

To develop into an autonomous practitioner and take responsibility for the care given to patients clients/ families within own limits of competency and confidence

For further information please see attached job description.

Person Specification

Additional

Essential

• Current driving license with access to a car for duration of training period
• An understanding of the demands of academic work
• Flexibility in combining theoretical and practical demands of course
• Demonstrates a non-judgmental approach
• Adaptable and flexible approach to the delivery of the service
• Ability to travel across a defined location independently as required by the organisation
• Ability to cope with physical demands of role
• Awareness and acceptance of the rights and needs of the service users and staff

Experience

Essential

• Proactive vision of service delivery
• Able to communicate with a high level of interpersonal and organisational skills Ability to demonstrate responsibility and accountability
• Demonstrate an understanding of multidisciplinary /skill mix workforce management
• Evidence of current knowledge of National and Local policies and ability to relate it to practice
• Application of evidence-based practice
• Demonstrates negotiation skills
• Motivates and inspires confidence in self and others
• Reflective practitioner
• Experience of facilitating learning and development
• Demonstrates IT knowledge and skills Demonstrates presentation skills in line

Desirable

• Experience of inter-agency working
• Experience of Clinical Supervision

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse - relevant
• pathways - Adult / Paediatric/ Learning
• Disability/ Mental health/ Midwife
• First level degree or equivalent.
• To demonstrate the ability to study at level 7.
• Evidence of academic study at Level 6 in the last 5 years.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Desirable

• Evidence of graduate or post-graduate qualifications
• Evidence of post registration learning
• Currently be working in a nursing role or one relevant to public health nursing.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Can demonstrate advanced decision making / problem solving skills
• Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, innovative approach to delivery of care
• Approachable, compassionate, empathetic and non-judgmental attitude
• Flexible approach with ability to accept and lead on change
• Can demonstrate accountability
• Ability to work well in a skill mix team
• Awareness and acceptance of the rights and needs of service users and staff
• Sensitive to cultural differences and the impacts these have on family life

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

Southend On Sea City Council

Address

Southend On Sea City Council

Victoria Avenue

Southend-on-sea

SS2 6ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southend.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive, in depth NHS experience in an acute hospital setting

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification/equivalent level of experience

Skills

Essential

• Experience of service re-design, workforce planning, change and demand management
• Good team member with proven ability to lead, motivate, inspire and encourage collaborative working to improve service and team performance.
• Experience of financial management and budgetary control.
• Extensive experience of managing a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Address

Hereford county hospital

Stonebow road

Hereford

HR1 2ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wyevalley.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.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) Degree in Psychology with graduate basis for registration with the British Psychological Society or equivalent Psychology conversion degree.

Desirable

• Further postgraduate training in a relevant area

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with people with mental health difficulties and/or individuals experiencing significant emotional distress

Desirable

• Experience in more than one area of work, e.g., Adult Mental Health, Older People's Mental Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist
• Experience in an NHS setting
• Experience in delivering low intensity psychological interventions
• Experience in delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or other evidence-based interventions

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Glangwili General Hospital

Dolgwili Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and have the ability to plan and reach complex and critical judgments and have decision making skills.

To deliver high quality clinical care within the Integrated Healthcare Service forthe prison. This will include acute & primary care, long term conditions management, enhanced assessment and diagnostic intervention services and health promotion activities and be in line with the NHS Plan, public health indicators and National Service Frameworks.

To demonstrate and provide robust expert clinical skills with a sound understanding of evidence-based nursing practice to provide a pro-active approach to ensure quality and outcome driven practice on a day-to-day basis.

To support the development of evidence-based practice in the specialist field and to promote research as appropriate.

To participate in managerial and professional clinical supervision programme, to ensure junior staff receive appropriate supervision, training and annual appraisal and to ensure that it becomes an integral part of team practice.

To ensure the implementation of effective and appropriate patient centred care planning tools, long-term condition registers and consistent delivery throughout all the prisons within the service.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the Clinical Lead, GPs, and other clinicians to meet and review service needs as required.

To deputise for the Team manager as required

To work positively and effectively in a difficult and often hostile environment.

Be aware of environmental hazards in the working area; ensure staffs are aware of relevant health & safety policies deriving from the Health & Safety at Work Act.

To work in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines

To be familiar with Prison Standards, Standing Orders, Circular instructions, Notices to Staff, Health and Safety and all other relevant material to function as an informed practitioner within a prison setting.

Promote equality of opportunity and provide an environment in which the dignity of individuals is respected and free from workplace harassment and bullying.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION PLEASE READY:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

• Proof of right to work documentation
• Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID
• Proof of address documentation
• Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse RGN
• Post Graduate Qualification or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Registered General Nurse

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of two years' experience at Band 5.
• Working knowledge of current issues/agendas facing prison/offender healthcare.
• Experience of multi-professional collaboration including working in partnership with other statutory and voluntary organisations.
• Experience of setting, monitoring and evaluating standards of care.

Desirable

• Experience of working within secure & prison settings.

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, presenting ideas with clarity in a persuasive and influential style.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of change management and new ways of working.
• Ability to lead and empower people to make decisions and to plan ahead.
• Knowledge of current National Prison Health Quality & Performance Indicators.
• Good analytical and judgement skills.

Effort and Environment

Essential

• Ability to manage complex & challenging behaviour

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Standford Hill

Church Road

Eastchurch, Sheerness

ME12 4AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

• To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of clients applying psychological theory, including neuro-psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients care.

• To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a qualified professional psychologist, in both community and in-patient/residential settings.

• To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects.

• To work with other staff to assess or support service users in residential and day service settings and contribute to multidisciplinary discussions or care guidelines as agreed with the clinical psychologist providing supervision.

• To assist in the development of a psychological based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.

• To create graphs or charts to collate or summarise data on individual interventions or treatment programmes.

• To assist in producing visual or material or user-friendly information for interventions with clients.

Research

• To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects.

• To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.

Communication

• Liaises with other psychology members of the team and other disciplines and agencies responsible for clients care.

Management responsibilities

• To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects with the service as required.

• To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.

Leadership

• To contribute to the training and support of other staff in psychological care.

• All roles will involve additional responsibilities to meet the wider need of the psychological therapies team (e.g. carer involvement, Trauma Informed Care initiatives).

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• A lower second class (2.2) honours degree or higher in psychology. Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.

Experience

Essential

• Work with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or offenders.

Desirable

• Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post.

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

• High levels of communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be emotive.
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems/offending behaviour or learning disabilities.
• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context.
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
• An interest in working within forensic settings with individuals with mental health problems.

Desirable

• Mental Effort - Frequent concentration required when assessing clients, writing up reports and when undertaking client sessions
• Emotional Effort - Contributes to therapy service working with emotionally demanding clients.

Other Requirements

Essential

• An ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
• Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delay.

Desirable

• A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology
• Driving licence & car owner

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bracton Centre

Dartford

DA2 7AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the delivery of a high-quality decontamination service that meets national standards, Trust policies, and regulatory requirements.

Ensure compliance with HTM 01-06, infection prevention and control standards, and local decontamination procedures.

Participate in quality assurance programmes, audits, and accreditation processes to maintain service standards.

Maintain accurate and complete records to ensure full traceability of endoscopes and associated equipment.

Report incidents, near misses, equipment faults, and non-conformities in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Assist in the investigation of incidents and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and service development projects within the Endoscopy Decontamination Unit.

Support the monitoring and review of key performance indicators (KPIs) and quality metrics.

Participate in competency assessments, training programmes, and mandatory updates to maintain professional standards.

Promote a culture of patient safety, continuous learning, and continuous improvement.

Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, COSHH requirements, and Trust policies.

Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and local working practices.

Person Specification

desirible -

Essential

• Putting patients first
• Demonstrate awareness of importance of working as part of a team
• Ability to adapt to changing needs of service
• Experience in the decontamination of reusable medical devices-surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes; using traceability systems, decontamination equipment and independent monitoring system

Desirable

• Experience of working with the NHS

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To operate decontamination equipment and carry out routine tests in accordance with the Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedules, Quality Standards and Guidance

2. Attend regular departmental team meetings.

3. To attend any training as required.

4. To undertake duties consistent with the responsibility of the grade and needs of the service

5. Required to work weekends, bank holidays and participate in the departments on-call schedule.

Person Specification

Desirable

Essential

• Experience of working with the NHS

essential

Essential

• Putting patients first
• Experience in the decontamination of reusable medical devices-surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes; using traceability systems, decontamination equipment and independent monitoring system

Desirable

• Experience of working with the NHS
• Basic IT Knowledge

essential

Essential

• Open and honest

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities

• Book patient appointments on Cerner
• Reschedule appointments on Cerner
• Directly work with the midwives to deal with patient queries
• Answer the buzz to allow patient and visitors in the department ensuring you are being vigilant in who is coming in and out of the department
• Provide a customer focused service dealing with all patients or visitors in an efficient, polite and courteous manner
• Support the delivery of a high quality healthcare service ensuring that all patients receive a high standard of service delivery
• Handle queries from patients/relatives confidentially and sensitively; refer clinical related queries to appropriate staff
• Interact with patients and relatives in distress in a sensitive and empathetic manner
• Take and relay as appropriate, telephone enquiries and messages , using initiative and prioritising skills when disseminating information
• Update patient details on PAS as appropriate, checking all demographic details on arrival or departure
• Oversee the work of more junior staff and ensure work objectives are being met on a day-to-day basis and demonstrate duties to new starters
• Ensure all procedures are followed re data capture for service specific outcomes.
• Ensure all paperwork is filed appropriately
• Arrange interpreter and transport services where indicated
• Adhere to trust-wide standard operating procedures and policies developed for clinical administrative processes and participate in their development
• Provide cover across the POD as and when required
• Provide an excellent standard of service to patients at all times
• Ensure the availability of all necessary documents (including forms, patient information leaflets and questionnaires) labels, continuation sheets

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent

Desirable

• A-level English and Maths or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an administrative capacity
• Proven experience of dealing with complex telephone calls
• Demonstrable experience of maintaining a professional attitude in a pressured environment
• Experience in working as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience if working in an administrative capacity within the NHS

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Competent working knowledge of windows based computer systems
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritise and organise work load
• Ability to use own initiative
• To be able to work as part of a team
• Able to file accurately and pay attention to detail

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS processes
• Knowledge of Cerner workflows

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

Fulham

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

Sort (in date order) all incoming patient related mail.

Scan patient related documents onto their medical record using read codes as agreed by the clinical team.

Add any additional information about the source of the document.

Forward the document to the doctor or nurse who initiated the referral or who is most appropriate to receive the information.

Ensure incoming letters are scanned onto the patient record within a 48/72 hour timescale.

Identify and appropriately action relevant clinical information contained in patient correspondence

Code or free text the clinical information on to the patient record

Deal with queries relating to coding

Filing and retrieving paperwork

Summarisation of patients notes when requested.

Ensure security of data at all times

Patient Experience

Support the Care Navigation Team and respond to patient calls between 08.00 10.00 on a rota basis.

This is not a comprehensive definition of the post. Postholders will be expected to undertake any work that comes within the remit of the posts purpose. The job description will be kept under review and may be changed according to Practice requirements. Discussions on any major changes will be held with the postholder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in Maths and English

Desirable

• Previous experience in general practice especially coding

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

Health Care First Partnership

Address

Pinfold Surgery

Pinfold Lane

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS26 9AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role in the MEL is key, it can be physically demanding and involves the supply, tracking and retrieval of a wide variety of equipment loans and general medical devices from around the Hospital. Accuracy and record keeping are key as is a wish to provide a good service and to help and support others. Once collected the equipment often needs inspecting, cleaning and processing to get it ready to use to go out again and be used by another Department. The MEL works closely with the technical teams within the wider Clinical Engineering department.

Full training will be provided but applicants must be able to demonstrate they can work well either independently or as part of a small team. You must be IT literate, physically active and also keen to help.

In return for working here you will be supported with your own training and development needs. The Trust has numerous opportunities to help you develop further and these will be fully supported where possible. Additional benefits are generous annual leave, starting with 27 days plus bank holidays, enrolment into the NHS pension scheme, and NHS discount offers. The role is full time on a Monday to Friday basis (37.5 hours). If you believe this is the role for you, we strongly encourage you to apply. Should you need it, further information can be requested from [email protected]

For further information about the role please refer to the Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Strong customer service skills.
• Computer literate (ability to use a database / existing information system / use of spreadsheets).
• Able to lift and carry medical equipment and use a trolley in. transporting larger single items or collections of equipment.
• Able to learn, understand and follow control of infection policies.

Experience

Essential

• Has used information systems to record work related information.
• Ability to work unsupervised.

Desirable

• Previously worked in the NHS or in a medical environment.
• Knowledge of the function of a Medical Equipment Library.
• Knowledge of general ward-based medical equipment.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work on their own initiative and prioritise requests for equipment.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness.
• Willing to be flexible and work well as part of a small team.
• Able to work in clinical areas where there are critically unwell patients connected to, and dependant on, medical devices.

Employer details

Employer name

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Address

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Cosham

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For detailed job description and main and key responsibilities - please see Job description and Person specification of the vacancy.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse on NMC register
• Degree or Diploma in nursing
• Evidence of on-going professional development
• Teaching Course, and experience of teaching and assessing
• BLS Certified
• Recognised SACT qualification

Desirable

• oAdvanced Communication Skills Training
• Post registration qualification in Cancer / Malignant Haematology

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience within a day care SACT unit
• Specialist knowledge of a wide range of clinical procedures related to area of practice
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to build effective relationships and supervise junior staff and students.
• Strong understanding of patient safety, current clinical practice, professional nursing issues, and resource management.

Skills, Abilities and Attributes

Essential

• oExpertise in cannulation and CVAD management
• oSkilled in phlebotomy
• oIT literate and can effectively utilise EPR and systems to work and lead the team
• oAbility to work under pressure, managing time and competing demands with flexibility.
• o Proven ability to work both in leading and as part of a team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Northwick Park Hospital

Watford Road

Harrow

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Provide strong clinical leadership in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of high-quality patient care, ensuring all practice aligns with Trust values, objectives and evidence-based standards. Lead on the delivery of complex clinical care within the designated area, acting as an expert practitioner and a point of escalation for clinical decision-making.

Ensure the safe custody, administration and management of medicines in accordance with Trust policies, legal requirements and best practice guidelines. Promote and maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff, adhering to infection prevention and control standards, health and safety legislation, and organisational policies.

Take responsibility for effective patient flow and bed management, ensuring timely admissions, transfers and discharges while maintaining patient safety and quality of care. Provide sound, evidence-based clinical advice and guidance to both patients and staff, supporting informed decision-making.

Maintain a clear understanding of clinical escalation processes. Contribute actively to the Trusts clinical governance framework, promoting high standards of care through risk management, audit, and adherence to policies and procedures, including safeguarding requirements.

Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care. Monitor and evaluate standards of care in line with CQC requirements and Trust objectives, taking action to address any gaps or risks.

Ensure delivery of an excellent patient experience, promoting dignity, respect and compassion at all times. Support the collection, analysis and dissemination of quality indicators and performance data to drive service improvement. Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring equipment is fit for use and staff adhere to safety protocols.

Promote patient safety initiatives, including falls prevention, and take a lead role in identifying, managing and preventing safeguarding concerns. Maintain awareness of current clinical developments and innovations, actively promoting best practice within the team.

Leadership and Management

Manage day-to-day staffing and rota coordination to ensure safe staffing levels and effective skill mix. Regularly undertake the role of shift coordinator to oversee clinical operations and patient care delivery. Ensure staff consistently adhere to Trust protocols, policies and standards of care.

Take operational responsibility for the ward or department in the absence of the manager, including participation in senior nurse or on-call rotas where applicable. Lead and manage the clinical team, fostering a positive, supportive and high-performing culture aligned with Trust values.

Develop effective working relationships across multidisciplinary teams and departments, promoting clear communication and collaboration. Support workforce planning by contributing to staffing allocation and off-duty rota planning to meet service needs.

Participate in the induction and orientation of new staff, ensuring they are supported to integrate effectively into the team. Act as a professional role model, demonstrating leadership, accountability and adherence to standards.

Supervise and support qualified and unqualified staff, learners and students, providing clinical guidance, mentorship and performance feedback. Act as a clinical resource, supporting continuous professional development within the team.

Manage and respond to complaints, incidents and risks, contributing to investigations and implementing learning to improve service delivery. Participate in recruitment and selection processes, and undertake staff appraisals following appropriate training.

Chair team meetings as required and contribute to service development initiatives and projects. Maintain awareness of budgetary considerations, promoting cost-effective use of resources without compromising quality of care. Support and manage change effectively, ensuring successful implementation of new practices and service improvements.

Education and Research

Actively contribute to the education and development of all learners within the clinical area. Support preceptorship programmes and provide supervision, mentorship and guidance to pre-registration and newly qualified staff.

Identify learning needs within the team and develop or facilitate training opportunities aligned with Trust priorities. Encourage the development of teaching skills among staff and contribute to training needs analysis.

Participate in and support research activities, clinical audits and service improvement projects.

Engage in clinical supervision, both as a participant and supervisor, supporting reflective practice and professional growth.

Professional Development

Maintain active professional registration and ensure all mandatory training and appraisal requirements are up to date. Develop and work towards a personal development plan, demonstrating continuous learning and achievement of objectives.

Ensure consistent adherence to Trust policies, procedures and professional standards, acting as a role model for best practice and organisational values at all times.

Communication

Demonstrate excellent communication skills, ensuring all interactionsparticularly those that are complex, sensitive or potentially contentiousare handled in a professional, inclusive and constructive manner. Tailor communication to meet the needs of patients, families and colleagues, taking into account any barriers such as language, culture, level of understanding or health conditions.

Promote open, honest and respectful communication within the team and across multidisciplinary services to support high-quality, patient-centred care and continuous improvement

Person Specification

Essential and desirable

Essential

• Experience - Significant endoscopy experience in Therapeutic procedures, Wide variety of clinical experience. Expert at assisting with variety of endoscopy procedures. Ability to lead a procedure room co-ordinate session. Experience of excellence in leading all /part of a clinical team in practice. Experience of teaching and supporting learners / new staff etc. Relevant post registration experience at Band 6 level
• Skills and Knowledge - Proven clinical knowledge linked to area of specialty, and excellence in care delivery Proven knowledge of safety issues through clinical governance and risk management Proven leadership and deputising skills in clinical area Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness. Knowledge of current challenging and issues in nursing Commitment to teaching and learning for self and others Commitment to quality initiatives and research Clinical decision making skills and ability to prioritise workload Computer literacy skills
• Education and Qualifications- Registered Nurse (Adult) Diploma in Higher Education Post registration qualification relevant to area of specialty or equivalent experience Teaching / Mentorship qualification
• Personal Qualities - Effective role model, demonstrating values of safety, respect, kindness and excellence Enthusiastic and motivated Effective team member Self-starter and able to work on own initiative Able to remain calm under pressure Able to act as a patient's advocate Approachable, respectful, supportive adaptable, and assertive Demonstrable evidence of being able and willing to understand our Trust values PROUD
• Physical Requirements - Ability to work full shift and weekends Work in an environment with X-rays - able to wear lead aprons

Desirable

• Experience- Senior Band 5 level Significant experience in interventional endoscopy procedures Experience of clinical supervision Proven management experience
• Skills and Knowledge - Ability / experience of managing change personally and as a facilitator Knowledge of budgets Experience of data collection for quality monitoring / audit Experience of risk management / assessment

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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