Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical and Patient Care

To work autonomously in the information drop-in centres and outreach service, conducting holistic assessment/triage on patients and their carers to identify their information and supportive needs.

Providing specialist advice and/or information from appropriate and up to date resources.

Signpost and/or refer to other health care professionals (HCP)/organisations when necessary.

Liaise with HCP, medical team, welfare advisors, Psycho-oncology Support Team where necessary.

Keep up to date on oncology and haematology diseases, current treatments and side effects.

Keep up to date on supportive services in the local community

Participate in accurate collection of data.

Ensure all written information used is current and good quality.

Participate in ensuring there is a good level of stock patient information and reorder information accordingly.

Support the Senior CNS with specialist cancer information in compiling monthly reports and audit data.

Coordinate information on tumour specific support groups ensuring dates, times and venues are set for the oncoming year.

Attend specific support groups when required.

Attend information team and Dimbleby Cancer Care team meetings and to maintain a good dialogue of progress with the Senior CNS.

To support the Senior CNS and wider cancer team to improve access to cancer information and support services for diverse service users including hard to reach groups within the cancer centre and associated cancer units.

Undertake educational and promotional seminars to staff and patient groups about Dimbleby Cancer Care and other cancer related topics.

Manage own workload and time appropriately and act as a role model for cancer information nursing team.

Supervise and support volunteers at both sites

To deputise for the Senior CNS as required.

To provide cover, when necessary, sometimes at short notice to cover periods of sick, study or annual leave.

Act as an advocate for patients within the department, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.

Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.

Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.

Is wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.

Ensure safe and effective care for complex patients requiring advanced specialist clinical skills and responsible for carrying out specialist nursing procedures to area.

To be responsible, for maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors and other staff within the clinical environment.

Ensure that sensitive patient records are stored appropriately.

Ensures the cultural and spiritual needs of patients are recognised and accommodated within resources available.

Support and enable patients and carers to make informed decisions relating to their treatment and management.

Participate in case conferences in relation to the management of patients, ensuring the coordination of ongoing care.

Assess educational and information needs for patients and families, and devise plans to ensure need are met.

To be an effective communicator with patients/carers/families regarding disease treatment and management.

Promote high quality clinical care, and assist in the development of the specialist service, by evidence based practice and clinical standards

Quality

Facilitate a high-quality, cost-effective specialist service through monitoring and audit and other quality initiatives agreed by the Trust

Lead on and participate in key developments relating to the speciality so that high quality patient focused services are promoted.

Enhance the interface between staff, patients, community staff and visitors

Develop and utilise information systems to aid regular audit of the clinical role and to provide a quarterly incidence report for the Health Authority and an annual activity analysis and speciality report.

Attend and participate in multi-professional team meetings.

Set, monitor and review standards of care on a regular basis and initiate corrective action plans

Identify and intervene where circumstances contribute to an unsafe environment for patients and staff. To bring instances to the attention of the Senior CNS and/or other Dimbleby staff.

Education and Leadership

Identify and raise awareness of the educational needs of patients and carers and implement appropriate education programmes

Support and participate in education and training programmes and develop training packages as required.

To assist in developing a culture that is challenging, stimulating, rewarding and supportive.

To act as mentor/assessor to unqualified staff and to provide education, advice and support to ward and department nurses.

Contribute and assist and foster a learning environment within the clinical area.

To participate in education on a national and international level by attending, presenting at, and/or assisting in the coordination of study days/seminars/conferences etc.

Be aware of the local equipment training programme for staff in relation to the Clinical Negligence Scheme for Trusts and maintain training records.

• Research and Development

Promote and undertake nursing research updating own knowledge to promote excellence in clinical practice.

Utilise research findings in the delivery of specialist patient care, developing new ways of working and to disseminate relevant information to staff.

Participate in and be aware of other clinical research trials for patients

Participate and contribute to audit and research within the speciality in collaboration with colleagues.

Management and Leadership

Provide a leadership role model and demonstrate specialist knowledge and high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice when necessary.

Develop the role according to patients changing needs and research findings, within the resources available.

Maintain accurate records of the clinical service and ensuring that confidentiality of information is adhered to.

Organise own work and manage own caseload and practice, identifying and maintaining supportive networks for self and other staff members.

To be fully aware of the targets set out in the NHS Plan and Corporate & Directorates objectives and in conjunction with the multi-professional team use the available resources to meet these targets.

Provide specialist education to members of the clinical team, which facilitates learning and individual personal development.

To be involved in the development, assessment and implementation of guidelines, protocols and pathways.

To deputise for the Senior CNS in their absence

Compliance and Governance

Take an active role in risk assessment, supporting implementation of strategies to minimise risk. Ensuring incidents and near misses are reported, through promoting a no blame culture.

Ensure all staff act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines & Policies including Health and Safety initiatives.

Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act and be aware of its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed.

Will work in accordance with Corporate Objectives and ensure that all staff are aware.

Will ensure that the Hospitals policy is understood and carried out with regard to the care and custody of drugs/medications, especially with regard to those covered by the Control of Drugs Act.

Will be familiar with the Trusts fire, manual handling and C.O.S.H.H. policies to minimise risks to patients and staff.

Will be fully conversant with the trust major incident plan and understand the procedure.

Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safety, security and risk.

Communication

To create an environment that fosters good communication between patient and health care professionals, that meets individuals needs.

Be an effective communicator and a role model in liaising with the community and other members of the health care team.

Provide support mechanisms for sharing good practice within the Wards/Departments and Trust wide.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous post registration experience within the relevant specialty
• Experienced and competent in the management of patients within the speciality
• Experience of teaching/ assessing/ supervising others in a clinical setting.
• Supervision of junior staff
• Experiencing of co-ordinating a shift

Qualifications / Education

Essential

• BSC/1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience
• Mentorship Course
• Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training and CPD
• Post registration qualification in (appropriate area of speciality)
• RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.

Desirable

• Leadership qualification (e.g. LEO)
• Sign off Mentorship

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD
• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
• Knowledge of evidence based practice.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients/clients and give relevant advice/information to patients and relatives.
• In depth drugs knowledge
• Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products
• Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners
• An understanding of audit and research based nursing practice.
• An understanding of resource management
• Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill & other challenging situations
• Demonstrates ability to influence and negotiate with others. Ability to organise and plan own time and that of junior staff and learners.
• Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management and how this effects their role and the department
• You will be able decide how best to achieve expected results, whilst acting within clearly defined policies/ procedures and codes of conduct.

Desirable

• Previous outpatient experience
• Evidence of participation in audits, MDT, service improvement

Additional Information

Essential

• Able and willing to work flexible shift patterns, internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours, according to service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy's Hospital

Great Maze Pond

London

SE1 9RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensuring the rotas are covered. Allocation of work to Domestic assistants. Liaise with management to ensure there is a continuation of service in the event of major staff shortages. Priorities urgent requests.

Training of staff in basic job skills under the direction of Management.

Training of health and safety, including cascade training and the monthly toolbox training. Ensuring that the staff are complaint with the mandatory training including COSHH. Making arrangements for staff to attend training.

Tool box training. Ensure that staff are trained in the Toolbox training. Record the information on the appropriate documents on the computer. Get involved with the development of tool box training sheets.

Carry out staff appraisals.

Cooperates on matters of health and safety and ensures that all staff comply with current Health and safety practices.

Ensuring all staff carry out their duties to the required standard as determined by Management. Identify and resolve staff performance problems. Highlight issues with management.

Under the direction of management, authority to give informal disciplinary warnings.

Report any issues with staff that do not comply with Aintree values.

Maintaining Trust standards of hygiene at all times, including personal cleanliness, working practices.

Handling customer complaints in conjunction with Management. Completing all the relevant documentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in leadership (or equivalent experience)

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience at a supervisory level
• Previous experience of cleaning

Desirable

• Previous cleaning experience at a supervisory level within a healthcare environment
• Previous experience of cleaning within a healthcare environment

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of C.O.S.H.H. regulations
• Health and safety basic knowledge
• An understanding of the operating of cleaning machinery

Skills

Essential

• Excellent Communication skills
• Basic data inputting either manually or using a computer/tablet
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent organisation skills

Other

Essential

• Prepared to study for NVQ level 3 in leadership or similar
• Ability and willingness to undertake further training as necessary

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broadgreen Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L143LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide leadership, management and team development as delegated by the Department/Ward Manager to the team, allocating workloads.
• Contribute to setting goals and benchmarking standards of care. Develop tools to improve the quality of the service and co-ordinate clinical services across the ward.
• To co-ordinate and manage patient flow within the unit including timely admission and discharge, ensuring national targets are met where possible
• To promote the unit and the Trust as a whole in the most positive manner to patients, relatives and the local population
• To have knowledge of relevant national and local health policies and their impact on the service
• To inform/escalate to Department/Ward Manager / Matron if acceptable levels of care, standards, practice and patient safety is compromised and develop appropriate actions
• To assist and or lead in the development/implementation of local and trust policies and protocols relevant to the specialty, ensuring effective implementation in local area.
• To manage control and quality of levels of stock and equipment within the clinical and non-clinical areas and promote and ensure economic use of all resources.
• To attend corporate groups as a representative of the directorate and team.
• To represent the clinical area on working groups as appropriate and at relevant conferences at regional and national level and on working groups as appropriate.
• To promote and deliver effective communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team and other wards and departments in the Trust and externally.
• To participate in the business planning process, helping to identify areas for service development and improvement.
• In the absence or as delegated by the Department/Ward Manager. Initiate and coordinate investigations of incidents, accidents, complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with the trust policies and lead in any investigations where required to do so

Clinical Management

• Provide senior nursing advice and support to facilitate high quality, individualised care to patients/carers in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Manage and coordinate complex clinical situations, taking appropriate action in emergency or unforeseen situations.
• To be clinically competent and confident in the use of specialised equipment in varied clinical settings.
• Act as a clinical role model and leader for all members of staff providing daily unit management, continuity of care and a high standard of excellent nursing care.
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care, actively seeking evidence based practice which will improve the quality of care and meet the needs of the patient. A holistic approach to caring should be planned which will include the appropriate level of physiological,
• psychological, spiritual, socio - economic and cultural aspects which influence the care of patients within the unit.
• To contribute to setting and monitor standards of nursing care within the ward.
• To liaise with medical staff and other disciplines on the management of high quality patient care.
• To ensure that patient care is delivered within the Nursing and Midwifery Scope of Professional Practice and Code of Professional Conduct.
• To promote the involvement of patients and their relatives in the management and evaluation of care.
• To have shared responsibility for the delivery of patient care by all members of the nursing team on the unit.
• To maintain safe custody of drugs, ensuring that checking, witnessing and administration procedures are compatible with statutory and trust requirements.
• To undertake appropriate training to expand relevant clinical skills.
• To regularly take charge of the clinical area, utilising resources effectively and to ensure that safe staffing levels are maintained for their shifts.
• Identify clinical risks and ensure that appropriate action is implemented in accordance with the Trust risk management policy.
• Ensure the nurse documentation is maintained to the Trust standard.

People Management

• To assess and develop action plans to meet individual development needs.
• To participate in orientation programmes for all newly appointed nursing staff.
• To monitor staff performance, conduct or participate in Individual Performance Appraisal, including supporting revalidation process.
• To encourage & motivate staff within the ward on personal & professional development at all levels.
• To deploy and utilise staffing resources effectively and efficiently.
• To support members of the team and refer to appropriate services.
• To assist in the selection, appointment & induction of new staff.
• Ensure staffing levels and skill mix is scheduled to reflect the workload and meet the needs of the patient.
• To assist in the co-ordination and monitoring of off duty, annual leave, sickness and absence occurring in the unit.

Leadership Development

• To promote an environment conducive to learning.
• To participate in staff education and development, including orientation and supervision and act as a mentor and resource for learners and the nursing team and the multi-professional teams
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive learning environment for colleagues, patients and visitors.
• To assess learning & developmental needs of members of the ward nursing team.
• To assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of programmes of specialty based teaching ensuring learning objectives are achieved.
• To ensure that own personal development is maintained and recorded to ensure compliance for revalidation.
• To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of a particular group of staff delegated by the Charge Nurse or Senior Sister.
• Supervise and support the nursing care of the other junior nurses, students and HCAs to maintain a high standard of excellent nursing care.
• To share highly specialist knowledge and skills around the Trust with active involvement in ward patient care if the unit allows.
• Provide support mechanisms for sharing good practice within the ward and trust wide.

Budget responsibilities

• Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources including stock management and care and maintenance of equipment.
• Handles patients valuables, ensuring safe storage and transportation
• Authorise timesheets for temporary nursing and support staff as appropriate.

Research And Audit

• To develop and implement methods of auditing nursing practice within the unit.
• To promote awareness of current nursing research in members of the unit.
• To introduce and apply research findings to the unit relating to nursing practice where relevant.
• To promote and disseminate local/national/international research findings to the ward.
• Identify areas where local audit is needed, conduct the audit and analyse the data with support.
• Arranges for the collection and analysis of audit and research data as required.
• Participate in the collection of audit and research data as required.
• Use data which will contribute to the improvement of patient care.

Personal Development

• Responsible for ensuring own continuing professional development and identifying development needs within the Trust knowledge and skills development review process.
• To identify areas for self-development, areas of interest and training requirements within your personal performance planning and Development Review.
• To maintain a professional portfolio and reflective diary for developmental purposes and revalidation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Diploma / degree level or equivalent experience
• Current NMC Registration
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Leadership training or qualification (minimum Level 3 ILM or equivalent) or working towards

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
• Experience of leading a team in a clinical environment
• Research awareness and commitment to evidence based practice
• Experience of clinical risk assessment & management of identified risk
• Understanding key features of Clinical governance
• Knowledge of audit & audit procedures

Skills

Essential

• Up to date clinical skills in order to ensure quality of services being provided by ward
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills - prioritise and coordinate own workload
• Able to act as a leader, effectively managing staff in the department
• Ability to act as a change agent.
• Ability to co-ordinate & liaise with MDT members
• Computer literacy eg experience of electronic patient record

Other

Essential

• Frequent sitting or standing in a restricted position; occasional moderate effort for several short period.
• Frequent concentration, work pattern unpredictable Concentration for patient clinical work
• Occasional distressing / highly distressing or emotional circumstances. Deals with patient complaints, conveys unwelcome news, complaints, concerns arising from incident communicated to patients and relatives.
• Working in ward environment providing direct clinical care
• Potential blood or body fluids exposure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the Team Leader in establishing and maintaining effective inter team and inter agency communication.

Provide effective liaison/communication throughout the care pathway to service users, their carers and others, responding sensitively to all needs especially in highly emotive settings.

To maintain effective joint working with others, developing positive working relationships and clear communications with Multi-disciplinary Teams and other professionals.

Ensure that all relevant information regarding service users care, in particular, issues of concern, RE practice and workload are communicated as necessary to the line manager.

Liaise with other professionals in relation to service user care, actively participating in care planning and review meetings and attending case conferences required.

Act as a Care Coordinator ensuring high quality care delivery at all times.

Take a leading role in designated projects/service development as allocated.

Support the line manager/service line lead in the effective and timely management of complaints and serious untoward incidents.

Identify the training needs of junior staff highlighting this to the Team Leader.

Plan, develop and deliver training to others as needed.

Undertake Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) duties or be willing to undertake AMHP training.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN or Dip/BSc (Hons) / MSc in Mental Health Nursing
• ENB 998/Preceptorship and Mentorship

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• At least 2 years of post-registration experience with at least one year at Band 5
• Experience of working in acute mental health inpatient/day care services
• Experience and knowledge of working in a multi-ethnic community

Desirable

• Experience of working with acute mental health problems in a community setting

Skills

Desirable

• Substantial IT skills

Other

Essential

• Car Driver

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes, 39-41 The Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1LD

Hemel

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As detailed within the job description/person specification.

To facilitate and oversee a high quality and efficient Phlebotomy service to the Trust.

To provide leadership, supervision and operational management of the Phlebotomy team.

To daily manage the in-patient and out-patient Phlebotomy service. Ensuring the quality of the service and working to enhance patient experience of the service. To ensure the Phlebotomists are appropriately trained, subject to regular competency revalidation and where necessary performance managed.

To participate in staff governance procedures such as staff recruitment, appraisal and attendance management.

To adhere to the Trust policies, procedures and guidelines.

Monitor the performance of the service and ensure it meets the needs of the users and patients.

To develop the service as required in conjunction with the Care Group Service Manager.

To ensure that i) a robust relationship of trust and understanding with patients and other groups and ii) a good public image and perception of the Phlebotomy service is always maintained.

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

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level with Maths & English at grade C or above or Diploma or equivalent appropriate qualification, e.g. foundation degree or NVQ3 level qualification plus short courses or relevant experience to diploma level
• Attendance at Team Leadership course and or undertaking of modules relating to team leadership

Desirable

• Venepuncture and cannulation knowledge
• Care Certificate or equivalent experience
• Qualification in Team Management

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience in a managerial and operational management capacity
• Experience/knowledge of the Pre-Analytical pathway
• Understanding of the role of phlebotomy manager in delivering a phlebotomy service
• Experience in assessing/recruitment/training/competencies/appraisals/disciplinary matters

Desirable

• Phlebotomy experience ideally in a clinical environment

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent and effective communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills with all stakeholders
• Ability to inspire confidence when managing a team
• Ability to lead on and an understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to work systematically and under pressure to tight deadlines using own initiative
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Email and Trust Intranet and database applications
• Robust organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage an effective and efficient team

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of Sample 360/ICE and troubleshooting
• Ability to lead a team through transformation/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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Paramedic to join our Unscheduled Care team at HMP Bullingdon, a category B Prison located in Bicester, Oxford.

Hours

37.5 hours a week, working 5 nights in a 4 week period, 7.30-19.30. and then the rest a mixture of main, long shifts, between Monday to Sunday 7.30.17.30. Every other weekend working 19.30-07.30.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £48,951 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

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Person Specification

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Patrick Haugh Rd

Bicester

Oxfordshire

OX25 1PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary: We are seeking experienced Sonographers to join our team on a flexible weekend basis, conducting General, Gynaecology and MSK ultrasound scans for our client in North East of England.This role offers the flexibility to choose your preferred working days, hours, and location, enabling you to balance work around your schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform General, Gynaecology and MSK ultrasound scans within an NHS hospital setting, contributing to backlog reduction.
• Independently conduct and report ultrasound examinations, ensuring a high standard of accuracy and professionalism.
• Promote a patient-centred, multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with the wider clinical team.
• Deliver efficient and timely scanning services to support patient care pathways.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Hold a postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma in medical or clinical ultrasound.
• CASE Accreditation
• Current and up to date state registration through a regulatory body (HCPC or RCT)

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience working in the NHS performing General, Gynaecology and MSK scans independently.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to carry out and report on a full range of ultrasound examinations in Gynaecology, MSK, General Abdominal and Small Parts.

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

Medicare Insourcing Services Limited

Address

Medicare Insourcing

North East

WA1 1UP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.medicare.uk.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Registered Midwife with the NMC
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Diploma in Midwifery
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development
• Computer literacy.

Desirable

• Recognised management qualification
• Degree in Midwifery
• Computer literacy qualification

Evidence of Particular: -Knowledge -Skills -Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Working knowledge of Saving Babies Lives v3 pathways
• Skilled in multidisciplinary working
• Change management
• Experience of use, knowledge and understanding of electronic fetal monitoring (EFM)
• Ability to evidence / demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: oPatient Centred oSafety oCompassion oRespect and oExcellence

Desirable

• Worked as a clinical midwife within the NHS arena
• Completed a period of NHS midwifery preceptorship
• Evidence of clinical care delivery within an antenatal environment
• Working knowledge of Birmingham Symptom Specific Obstetric Triage System (BSOTs)

Previous Experience (Nature & Level)

Essential

• Completion of Trust Maternity
• Preceptorship pack or equivalent experience ie able to perform Perineal suturing, IV Cannulation, IV Drug Additives, Phlebotomy
• Able to undertake, interpret and apply appropriate research findings.
• Demonstrate involvement in clinical audit and standard setting.

Desirable

• Skilled and updated in all spheres of midwifery practice

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ambition to succeed
• Good attendance record
• Skilled in multidisciplinary working

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pilgrim Hospital

Sibsey Road

Boston

PE21 9QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Winchester, a category B Prison located in central Winchester.

HMP Winchester is a Category B Local remand prison located in Central Winchester accommodating approximately 670 male prisoners.

Although the site is close to Winchester city centre there is onsite parking for all staff and it is a short walk from Winchester train station.

Hours

8-4pm & 2-10pm shift times over 7 days a week.

Salary

£23.83 per hour

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.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Romsey Rd

Winchester

Hampshire

SO22 5DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current HCPC registration

Desirable

• Clinical educators course

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working at a minimum of band 5 level with a variety of post registration experience in inpatient, rehabilitation and discharge planning.
• Post registration clinical experience of patients with neurological conditions
• Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
• Awareness of alternative communication strategies for patients with neurological conditions

Desirable

• Previous clinical experience in a neurological rehabilitation setting
• Training/clinical experience in: postural management, splinting for abnormal tone, cognitive rehabilitation, wheelchair prescribers course.
• Experience of managing challenging behaviours
• Experience of working with patients with tracheostomy
• Experience with running groups
• Experience in delivering specialist bespoke equipment to highly complex patients

Skills

Essential

• Highly motivated
• Empathy & sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative
• Good observational & reporting skills
• Good interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy
• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
• Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills
• Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of standardised assessments

Communication

Essential

• Ability to use verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate with range of professionals at all levels
• Ability to communicate to patients/carers and relatives with sensitivity and compassion

Desirable

• Experience of using alternative communication strategies for patients with neurological conditions

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Maintain competency within role
• Encouraging and developing self and others using a range of techniques and skills to share knowledge
• Attend training relevant to role to maintain knowledge and skills

Desirable

• Experience of leadership skills in the workplace

Personal Attributes & Behaviours

Essential

• Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.
• Be reliable, honest and resilient
• Possess drive and enthusiasm

Other

Essential

• Professional appearance in accordance with Trust policy
• Be able to: kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6 kg
• Manoeuvre patients using moving and handling aids
• Must hold full and valid driving licence
• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation Services

Unthank Road

Norwich

NR2 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Primary Care Nurse to join our Planned Care team, a category B Prison located in Bicester, Oxford.

Hours

37.5 hours a week, working across 7 days working either 7am-5pm or 7am-7pm, with every other weekend either 7am-5pm or 7.30am-5.30pm. A minimum of 4 nights across a 4 week period, working from 7pm-7am.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £54,397 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Experience

Essential

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Patrick Haugh Rd

Bicester

Oxfordshire

OX25 1PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 20th August 2026

Closing date : 3rd September 2026

We welcome your application.

Please note - this vacancy may close early once a suitable number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Ability to uphold confidentiality at all times.
• Able to prioritise and plan own workload.
• Experience of carrying out administrative tasks, e.g., data input, receiving and making telephone calls

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point
• Able to input data accurately and efficiently.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, face-to-face and non-facing customers
• Good organisational and planning skills using own initiative.

Desirable

• Knowledge of working in an NHS environment.
• Ability to maintain and update patient information database(s).

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Good general level of education in English Language and Maths
• Intermediate (Level 2) Typing/Word processing qualification and/or relevant demonstrable experience e.g. 12 months experience

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration.
• NVQ Level 2 in Customer Service.
• Working towards Level 2 standard in Maths and English.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Benfield House

Walkergate Park Hospital

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE6 4PF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Bullingdon, a category B Prison located in Bicester, Oxford.

Hours

7 days a week, working 7-5pm or 7-7pm

Salary

£21.76 per hour

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Experience

Essential

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Desirable

• Please click apply to view job description and personal specification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Patrick Haugh Rd

Bicester

Oxfordshire

OX25 1PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the role, please see the attached assignment brief

Visit our websitehttps://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/for further details about Birmingham Community Healthcare including our Trust valueswhich are :-

• Caring
• Open
• Respectful
• Responsible
• Inclusive.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Person Specification

QualificationTrainingEducation

Essential

• QualificationTrainingEducation

Experience

Essential

• Experience

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Skills/Knowledge

Essential

Essential

• Without justifiable acknowledgement, no gaps in employment and/or no period of time not in healthcare over 18 months

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

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Various

91 Oak Tree Lane, Selly Oak

Birmingham

B7 4AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the role, please see the attached assignment brief

Visit our websitehttps://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/for further details about Birmingham Community Healthcare including our Trust valueswhich are :-

• Caring
• Open
• Respectful
• Responsible
• Inclusive.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Experience

Skills/Transferable Skills

Essential

• Skills/Transferable Skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

West Heath Hospital

Rednal Road

Birmingham

B38 8HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Primary Care Nurse to join our Primary Care team, a category B Prison located in Bicester, Oxford.

This role will be to cover our Inpatient unit, Segregation and Outpatient clinics.

Hours

Monday to Sunday: 07:00 - 17:00

£23.83 per hour

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.