Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals NHS Trust is advertising an exciting opportunity within the Ophthalmology service for a permanent Specialist Doctor in Ophthalmology with special interest in paediatric Ophthalmology. The successful applicant will also provide a general ophthalmology service and will be based at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) but will also be required to work cross-site at Princess Royal Hospital (PRH). The timetable will include a variety of outpatient clinic sessions as well as theatre sessions and on-call. The department currently have 10 substantive consultants.

Main duties of the job

Main Clinical Duties include:

• Provide Ophthalmic services, with sub-specialist interest in paediatric ophthalmology.
• Complete clinical sessions in theatre, specialist and general clinics.
• Support the eye department 24-hour cover for emergencies as part of the 1in8 non-resident on-call rota.
• To provide support for ROP Screening Service.
• To support with the triaging of referrals received for the Paediatric Ophthalmology Service.
• Complete supporting professional activities, such as RSTA time including research and audit.
• To develop enhanced clinical skills, especially in the assessment and management of acutely ill patients.
• To have excellent team-working skills with the abilities and professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team.
• To deliver clinical and quality targets agreed both nationally and locally with clinical teams and commissioners.
• To follow patients throughout their clinical pathways.

About us

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital services for around half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales.

Our main service locations are the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) in Shrewsbury which are located 20 minutes' drive apart. Together they provide 99% of our activity. Both hospitals provide a wide range of acute hospital services.

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£104,401 to £115,341 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

RSH/OPH/SP/T2/001

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

A formal job plan will be agreed between the successful candidate and their Clinical Director and consultant colleagues, on behalf of the Medical Director within 3 months of starting in post. A full-time job plan is based on a 10 PA working week. The job plan will be reviewed annually and is a prospective agreement that sets out the specialist's duties, responsibilities, and objectives for the coming year. It covers all aspects of a specialists professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It will provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external and will include personal objectives, detailing links to wider service improvements and trust strategic priorities.

For a full-time contract, the job plan will be divided on average per week (pro-rata for a part time post) as:

• 9 Programmed Activities (PAs) of Direct Clinical Care - includes clinical activity, clinically related activity and predictable and unpredictable emergency work.
• 1 Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs) - includes CPD, audit, teaching and research.
• Additional Programmed Activities (APAs) additional sessions can be included with formal agreement between the successful applicant and their clinical director.

The allocation of PAs is reviewed and may be subject to adjustment when a further diary exercise is undertaken or if the service demands a review of the team job plan.

Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with other consultant colleagues.

Job description Job responsibilities A formal job plan will be agreed between the successful candidate and their Clinical Director and consultant colleagues, on behalf of the Medical Director within 3 months of starting in post. A full-time job plan is based on a 10 PA working week. The job plan will be reviewed annually and is a prospective agreement that sets out the specialist's duties, responsibilities, and objectives for the coming year. It covers all aspects of a specialists professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It will provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external and will include personal objectives, detailing links to wider service improvements and trust strategic priorities. For a full-time contract, the job plan will be divided on average per week (pro-rata for a part time post) as: 9 Programmed Activities (PAs) of Direct Clinical Care - includes clinical activity, clinically related activity and predictable and unpredictable emergency work. 1 Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs) - includes CPD, audit, teaching and research. Additional Programmed Activities (APAs) additional sessions can be included with formal agreement between the successful applicant and their clinical director. The allocation of PAs is reviewed and may be subject to adjustment when a further diary exercise is undertaken or if the service demands a review of the team job plan. Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with other consultant colleagues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

• FRCOphth or equivalent
• Postgraduate qualification

Entry Criteria

Essential

• Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in Ophthalmology in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted
• A minimum of 1 year NHS experience in Paediatric Ophthalmology
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of health service delivery in the UK
• Demonstrates the criteria outlined in the generic capabilities framework below

Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBChB, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Desirable FRCOphth or equivalent Postgraduate qualification Entry Criteria Essential Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC) Shall have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in Ophthalmology in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted A minimum of 1 year NHS experience in Paediatric Ophthalmology Demonstrate thorough understanding of health service delivery in the UK Demonstrates the criteria outlined in the generic capabilities framework below

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).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Our Team, primarily based at St Jamess University Hospital, with a small base at the Leeds General Infirmary, consists of two other Education and Simulation Technicians plus the Lead as well as two porters, and an AV Technician. Together we organise and support simulation training post graduate courses from Foundation Year all of the way up to Consultant level across a range of specialties. We collaborate closely with clinicians throughout the Trust to consistently provide high quality ongoing education. Educational events range from managing simulated patients with robots such as 3G SimMan, both in the department and in-situ, as well as surgical courses that we provide animal tissue for (typically pig), keeping the role varied. For this role you will need to be comfortable with handling animal tissue and their internal organs. You will also work closely with our administration team who arrange the trainees and faculty for each course. Our Team, primarily based at St Jamess University Hospital, with a small base at the Leeds General Infirmary, consists of two other Education and Simulation Technicians plus the Lead as well as two porters, and an AV Technician. Together we organise and support simulation training post graduate courses from Foundation Year all of the way up to Consultant level across a range of specialties. We collaborate closely with clinicians throughout the Trust to consistently provide high quality ongoing education.

Main duties of the job

You will have the following skills, education, and experience that you will be assessed against and which are essential for the role: Significant experience working in clinical areas within a hospital setting, with hands on experience using a variety of clinical equipment/devices Hold a degree in a relevant field, or relevant demonstratable practical experience. Experience of planning and delivering projects/events that require ongoing technical support. Able to independently manage your workload during busier periods and able to adjust task prioritisation when multiple events are running at once. Can confidently and quickly solve hardware and software related problems to avoid delays during an educational event. Comfortable with handling animal tissue. Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

001995

Job locations

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Jack Holmes Lead Education and Simulation Technician [email protected] 011320 66423 Shortlisting Date: 16/09/2026 Interview Date: TBC

Job Summary

As part of a small team within Medical Education support services, the Education and Simulation Technician provides advanced technical support for educational delivery and events across Medical Education Leeds and the wider Leeds Teaching Hospitals estate. The role involves preparing teaching environments and ensuring the availability and functionality of audio-visual equipment, clinical skills trainers, simulation devices, virtual reality equipment, and other educational resources. The post holder supports faculty, course directors, and learners in the effective use of complex simulation technology, contributes to the development of educational courses, and provides expert technical advice, troubleshooting, and guidance on equipment maintenance and replacement.

Working independently and collaboratively, the technician supports classroom, clinical, in-situ, and virtual education delivery, maintaining high standards of customer service and educational support. Responsibilities include producing and updating technical guidance documentation, ordering equipment and consumables, coordinating repairs and maintenance of simulation equipment, building effective relationships with industry representatives, and deputising for the Lead Education and Simulation Technician to ensure continuity of service. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and provide high-quality technical support across a range of educational activities.

Why you should join our Team

Our Team, primarily based at St James’s University Hospital, with a small base at the Leeds General Infirmary, consists of two other Education and Simulation Technicians plus the Lead as well as two porters, and an AV Technician. Together we organise and support simulation training post graduate courses from Foundation Year all of the way up to Consultant level across a range of specialties. We collaborate closely with clinicians throughout the Trust to consistently provide high quality ongoing education.

Educational events range from managing simulated patients with robots such as 3G SimMan, both in the department and in-situ, as well as surgical courses that we provide animal tissue for (typically pig), keeping the role varied.

For this role you will need to be comfortable with handling animal tissue and their internal organs.

You will also work closely with our administration team who arrange the trainees and faculty for each course.

Our Team, primarily based at St James’s University Hospital, with a small base at the Leeds General Infirmary, consists of two other Education and Simulation Technicians plus the Lead as well as two porters, and an AV Technician. Together we organise and support simulation training post graduate courses from Foundation Year all of the way up to Consultant level across a range of specialties. We collaborate closely with clinicians throughout the Trust to consistently provide high quality ongoing education.

Educational events range from managing simulated patients with robots such as 3G SimMan, both in the department and in-situ, as well as surgical courses that we provide animal tissue for (typically pig), keeping the role varied.

For this role you will need to be comfortable with handling animal tissue and their internal organs.

You will also work closely with our administration team who arrange the trainees and faculty for each course.

About You

You will have the following skills, education, and experience that you will be assessed against and which are essential for the role:

• Significant experience working in clinical areas within a hospital setting, with hands on experience using a variety of clinical equipment/devices
• Hold a degree in a relevant field, or relevant demonstratable practical experience.
• Experience of planning and delivering projects/events that require ongoing technical support.
• Able to independently manage your workload during busier periods and able to adjust task prioritisation when multiple events are running at once.
• Can confidently and quickly solve hardware and software related problems to avoid delays during an educational event.
• Comfortable with handling animal tissue.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Job description Job responsibilities For questions about this job, contact: Jack Holmes Lead Education and Simulation Technician [email protected] 011320 66423 Shortlisting Date: 16/09/2026 Interview Date: TBC Job Summary As part of a small team within Medical Education support services, the Education and Simulation Technician provides advanced technical support for educational delivery and events across Medical Education Leeds and the wider Leeds Teaching Hospitals estate. The role involves preparing teaching environments and ensuring the availability and functionality of audio-visual equipment, clinical skills trainers, simulation devices, virtual reality equipment, and other educational resources. The post holder supports faculty, course directors, and learners in the effective use of complex simulation technology, contributes to the development of educational courses, and provides expert technical advice, troubleshooting, and guidance on equipment maintenance and replacement. Working independently and collaboratively, the technician supports classroom, clinical, in-situ, and virtual education delivery, maintaining high standards of customer service and educational support. Responsibilities include producing and updating technical guidance documentation, ordering equipment and consumables, coordinating repairs and maintenance of simulation equipment, building effective relationships with industry representatives, and deputising for the Lead Education and Simulation Technician to ensure continuity of service. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and provide high-quality technical support across a range of educational activities. Why you should join our Team Our Team, primarily based at St James’s University Hospital, with a small base at the Leeds General Infirmary, consists of two other Education and Simulation Technicians plus the Lead as well as two porters, and an AV Technician. Together we organise and support simulation training post graduate courses from Foundation Year all of the way up to Consultant level across a range of specialties. We collaborate closely with clinicians throughout the Trust to consistently provide high quality ongoing education. Educational events range from managing simulated patients with robots such as 3G SimMan, both in the department and in-situ, as well as surgical courses that we provide animal tissue for (typically pig), keeping the role varied. For this role you will need to be comfortable with handling animal tissue and their internal organs. You will also work closely with our administration team who arrange the trainees and faculty for each course. Our Team, primarily based at St James’s University Hospital, with a small base at the Leeds General Infirmary, consists of two other Education and Simulation Technicians plus the Lead as well as two porters, and an AV Technician. Together we organise and support simulation training post graduate courses from Foundation Year all of the way up to Consultant level across a range of specialties. We collaborate closely with clinicians throughout the Trust to consistently provide high quality ongoing education. Educational events range from managing simulated patients with robots such as 3G SimMan, both in the department and in-situ, as well as surgical courses that we provide animal tissue for (typically pig), keeping the role varied. For this role you will need to be comfortable with handling animal tissue and their internal organs. You will also work closely with our administration team who arrange the trainees and faculty for each course. About You You will have the following skills, education, and experience that you will be assessed against and which are essential for the role: Significant experience working in clinical areas within a hospital setting, with hands on experience using a variety of clinical equipment/devices Hold a degree in a relevant field, or relevant demonstratable practical experience. Experience of planning and delivering projects/events that require ongoing technical support. Able to independently manage your workload during busier periods and able to adjust task prioritisation when multiple events are running at once. Can confidently and quickly solve hardware and software related problems to avoid delays during an educational event. Comfortable with handling animal tissue. Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy. About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our Trust values The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients. We are…. Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind Our Trust priorities Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time Our priorities: People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes Sponsorship Eligibility To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and looking to make a real difference in patient care? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specimen Receptionist (AFC Band 3) to join our enthusiastic and supportive team within the Blood Sciences Department at Bedford Hospital.

In this vital frontline role, you'll be part of a dedicated team handling clinical specimens playing a key part in the smooth operation of our fast-paced and essential pathology service. No two days are the same, and your work will directly contribute to the timely diagnosis and treatment of patients across the hospital.

We're committed to your growth. You'll receive full training and ongoing support, with opportunities for Continuing Personal Development (CPD) through both in-house training and relevant external events. It's a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience in a busy and high-performing healthcare environment.

The role is 22.5 hours per week, worked on a 7-day rota (averaged over a 12-week period), once you've completed training and achieved competency in key tasks.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. If you have a disability, we're happy to make reasonable adjustments and provide support throughout the recruitment process. We're proud to promote equality of opportunity and value diversity across our workforce.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to

• Receive and dispatch samples to appropriate laboratories.
• Sort and label specimens for blood sciences
• Undertake accurate and precise data entry on laboratory computer system which requires frequent periods of concentration.
• Maintain, process and distribute orders of consumables for GP surgeries
• File and distribute patient reports.
• Organisation of personal workload
• Handle telephone enquiries from service users and where required communicate test results which may be of a complex and/or sensitive nature.
• Participate in mentoring guidance and training of inexperienced/new staff when required.
• Effectively communicate with laboratory and medical staff to ensure that specimens are dealt with appropriately and in a timely fashion.
• Liaise with GP surgeries, hospital clinics and other departments within Pathology.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job summary

The Countermeasures Development and Evaluation Centre is based at Porton and has approximately 250 staff, performing a range of research activities, including high containment level work. The department's work covers a broad range of projects involving vaccine and therapeutic, discovery, evaluation, development, and research.

The Discovery team sits in the Countermeasures Development, Evaluation and Preparedness Division in the Public Health Microbiology Directorate within the Chief Scientific Officer Group. Its work focuses on the establishment of host-relevant microbial models, evaluation of antimicrobial therapies directed at UKHSA priority pathogens, and development of molecular and immunological methods for characterising pathogen responses and host-pathogen interaction. This scientist post will contribute to the development of develop functional mucosal immune assays towards the establishment of in vitro assays that provide correlates of protection for TB vaccines.

Main duties of the job

• Work at CL-3, growing and manipulating Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Carry out studies to develop functional mucosal immune assays using flow cytometry
• Analyse biological data and develop new tools to perform those analyses e.g., large flow cytometry data sets
• Contribute to internal and external reporting.
• Adhere to ISO9001 in both practical and computer analyses, and in the storage of data
• Work with the PTL, SPTL, Scientific Leader, Head of AMR, and members of the Pathogen Immunology Group, to develop immune assay capabilities
• Generate data at publishable quality level and co-author papers and reports.

About us

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.

UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.

Please visit our careers site for more information https://gov.uk/ukhsa/careers

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£33,422 to £40,731 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

919-TM-633003983-EXT

Job locations

Scientific Campus

Porton (Salisbury)

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Implement and utilise a range of methods/assays/techniques in support of all activities associated with the project aimed to ensure project targets are met.
• Take responsibility for the provision of reagents and consumables required for the project and documented storage of materials generated.
• Work with other team members to identify, evaluate, and adapt, new technologies where appropriate and to ensure that the project operates to a high scientific standard.
• Provide reports through analysis of data using software and databases as necessary, to meet project targets & contribute to the preparation of presentations and publications.
• To perform any other duties required by the line manager, Scientific Lead, and the Head of CDEP, commensurate with grade.
• Undertake all assigned work in accordance with the UKHSAs Risk Management Systems, policies, and procedures.
• To undertake work in accordance with UKHSAs Health and Safety policies and procedures and to work within any Quality Systems that are applicable to the site.
• To fulfil the requirements of UKHSA Behaviours
• Maintain health and safety competence in line with UKHSA policy and guidance.
• To achieve and maintain own and teams health and safety competence set out in UKHSA Policies.
• To comply with all UKHSA policies and procedures
• The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by your line manager.
• The job description and person specifications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and UKHSA.
• It should be noted that the work of the department is of a confidential nature and must not be communicated to other persons except where required for authorised purposes.

This list is not exhaustive.

Essential criteria

• BSc qualification (or equivalent qualification) in an immunology/microbiology field- ideally with modules in each.
• Laboratory experience in bacteriology and immunology
• Experience of working at CL-3
• Ability to analyse large data sets, with computer software
• Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately to the team
• Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of data

Desirable criteria

• Experience of external collaboration
• Experience of contributing to manuscripts particularly the preparation of data figures.
• Experience of working in a regulated environment with quality systems and knowledge of ISO9001 quality standards or equivalent

Selection Process Details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed onthe listed 7 essential criteria,and this will be in the form ofa:

• Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application)
• 1000 word supporting statement.

This should outline how you consider your skills,experienceandknowledgeprovide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV.

HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 1000 words. We will not consider any words over 1000 words.

Longlisting

In the event ofa large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

• Meets all essential criteria
• Meets some essential criteria
• Meets no essential criteria

If used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting.

Shortlisting

In the event ofa large number ofapplications wemay conductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of:

• Experience of working at CL-3

Desirable criteria may be used in the event ofa large number ofapplications/largeamountof successful candidates.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2:Interview

You will be invited to a single face to face interview at Porton (Salisbury), SP4 0JG.

If face to face interviews are planned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview.

Behaviours, Strengths and Technical skillswill be tested at interview through questioning.

The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be:

• Working together (Lead Behaviour)
• Changing and improving
• Communicating and influencing
• Making effective decisions

Interviewsdates are to be confirmed.

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Location

This role is being offered as office/lab based at our Scientific Campus in Porton (Salisbury). Please note hybrid working is not available for this role.

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check.

Based at our scientific campus, you will be required to have a minimum of a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

Eligibility Criteria

External: Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Job description Job responsibilities Implement and utilise a range of methods/assays/techniques in support of all activities associated with the project aimed to ensure project targets are met. Take responsibility for the provision of reagents and consumables required for the project and documented storage of materials generated. Work with other team members to identify, evaluate, and adapt, new technologies where appropriate and to ensure that the project operates to a high scientific standard. Provide reports through analysis of data using software and databases as necessary, to meet project targets & contribute to the preparation of presentations and publications. To perform any other duties required by the line manager, Scientific Lead, and the Head of CDEP, commensurate with grade. Undertake all assigned work in accordance with the UKHSAs Risk Management Systems, policies, and procedures. To undertake work in accordance with UKHSAs Health and Safety policies and procedures and to work within any Quality Systems that are applicable to the site. To fulfil the requirements of UKHSA Behaviours Maintain health and safety competence in line with UKHSA policy and guidance. To achieve and maintain own and teams health and safety competence set out in UKHSA Policies. To comply with all UKHSA policies and procedures The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by your line manager. The job description and person specifications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and UKHSA. It should be noted that the work of the department is of a confidential nature and must not be communicated to other persons except where required for authorised purposes. This list is not exhaustive. Essential criteria BSc qualification (or equivalent qualification) in an immunology/microbiology field- ideally with modules in each. Laboratory experience in bacteriology and immunology Experience of working at CL-3 Ability to analyse large data sets, with computer software Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately to the team Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of data Desirable criteria Experience of external collaboration Experience of contributing to manuscripts particularly the preparation of data figures. Experience of working in a regulated environment with quality systems and knowledge of ISO9001 quality standards or equivalent Selection Process Details This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills. Stage 1: Application & Sift You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed onthe listed 7 essential criteria,and this will be in the form ofa: Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1000 word supporting statement. This should outline how you consider your skills,experienceandknowledgeprovide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV. HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 1000 words. We will not consider any words over 1000 words. Longlisting In the event ofa large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria If used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting. Shortlisting In the event ofa large number ofapplications wemay conductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of: Experience of working at CL-3 Desirable criteria may be used in the event ofa large number ofapplications/largeamountof successful candidates. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2:Interview You will be invited to a single face to face interview at Porton (Salisbury), SP4 0JG. If face to face interviews are planned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Behaviours, Strengths and Technical skillswill be tested at interview through questioning. The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Working together (Lead Behaviour) Changing and improving Communicating and influencing Making effective decisions Interviewsdates are to be confirmed. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Location This role is being offered as office/lab based at our Scientific Campus in Porton (Salisbury). Please note hybrid working is not available for this role. Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check. Based at our scientific campus, you will be required to have a minimum of a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice. Eligibility Criteria External: Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants). Salary Information If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Person Specification

Application form and supporting statement

Essential

• Application form and supporting statement

Interview - Behaviours

Essential

• Working Together
• Changing and Improving
• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions

Interview - Technical Skills

Essential

• Technical Skills

Interview - Strengths

Essential

• Strengths

Person Specification Application form and supporting statement Essential Application form and supporting statement Interview - Behaviours Essential Working Together Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Interview - Technical Skills Essential Technical Skills Interview - Strengths Essential Strengths

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Porton (Salisbury)

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Porton (Salisbury)

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Principal Audiologist to Lead the Adult Hearing Rehabilitation and Therapy Services at Guy's Hospital.

Main duties of the job

The post holder works within the Audiology Department and within the sub-modality of Adult Rehabilitation within the Adult Audiology Centre. The Adult Audiology Centre provides a comprehensive auditory rehabilitation service to patients above 16 years of ages and supports St Thomas' Hearing Implant Centre. The Adult Rehabilitation service has purpose-built and fully-equipped facilities delivering a full range of air and bone conduction hearing instruments.

The main purpose of this role is to be a clinical expert and audiology lead for Adult Rehabilitation and Therapy services. To lead in the delivery of a patient centered and evidence based service that provides a high standard of care to patients and their families / carers. To ensure the service meets and exceeds the requirements of the Any Qualified Provider specification and obtains and maintains UKAS IQIPS accreditation. The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the service to include line management of staff and the promotion of the service at local, regional, national and international meetings and conferences. The post holder will also work in a team of senior staff and together with the Head of Audiology will ensure senior management support is provided across all areas of Audiology.

About us

Guy's and St Thomas' is among the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic and cardiovascular services.

Guy's is home to the largest dental school in Europe and a £160 million Cancer Centre opened in 2016. As part of our commitment to provide care closer to home, in 2017 we also opened a cancer centre and a kidney treatment centre at Queen Mary's Hospital in Sidcup. St Thomas' has one of the largest critical care units in the UK and one of the busiest emergency departments in London. It is also home to Evelina London Children's Hospital.

The commitment of our 17,100 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care. We know this has a positive impact on the care provided to our patients.

Organisational Values:

As part of Guy's & St Thomas', our values help us to define and develop our culture, what we do and how we do it. It is important that you understand and reflect these values. Our values are

Caring - We put patients first

Ambitious - We innovate and strive for excellence

Inclusive - We respect each other and work collaboratively

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£66,274 to £73,496 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

196-LIS10769E

Job locations

Guy's Hospital

3rd Floor, Southwark Wing, Great Maze Pond

London

SE1 9RT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership

• Lead the Adult Audiology Centre and Adult Rehabilitation and Therapy (ART) Service, managing staff and service provision.Develop and adapt services to changing demographics, clinical requirements and organisational priorities.
• Lead service change, implement new ways of working and chair multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring effective communication.
• Motivate staff to deliver high standards of patient care and act as a source of support for complex and non-routine cases.
• Contribute to Audiology Service leadership, strategy, decision-making and departmental planning with the Head of Audiology.Model exemplary communication, professionalism and behaviours in line with Trust values.

Financial and Resource Management

• Assess new devices and make recommendations regarding clinical use.
• Manage ART service stock and review consumable use to ensure value for money and cost-effectiveness.
• Support financial planning, workforce planning and skill-mix reviews with the Head of Audiology.
• Evaluate equipment, devices and technologies from clinical and financial perspectives.
• Participate in contracting and finance meetings and escalate service delivery, staffing and capacity issues.

Professional Advisory

• Provide specialist advice and recommendations to Audiology colleagues, ENT consultants, Audiovestibular Physicians, Neurologists and other professionals.
• Maintain expert knowledge through literature review and ensure practice reflects current evidence.
• Develop, review and implement audiological guidelines, protocols and joint working arrangements with partner services.
• Work collaboratively with ENT, physiotherapy and neurology teams to develop clinical guidelines.Represent the service at local, regional and national meetings.

Please review job description document for full responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Leadership Lead the Adult Audiology Centre and Adult Rehabilitation and Therapy (ART) Service, managing staff and service provision.Develop and adapt services to changing demographics, clinical requirements and organisational priorities. Lead service change, implement new ways of working and chair multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring effective communication. Motivate staff to deliver high standards of patient care and act as a source of support for complex and non-routine cases. Contribute to Audiology Service leadership, strategy, decision-making and departmental planning with the Head of Audiology.Model exemplary communication, professionalism and behaviours in line with Trust values. Financial and Resource Management Assess new devices and make recommendations regarding clinical use. Manage ART service stock and review consumable use to ensure value for money and cost-effectiveness. Support financial planning, workforce planning and skill-mix reviews with the Head of Audiology. Evaluate equipment, devices and technologies from clinical and financial perspectives. Participate in contracting and finance meetings and escalate service delivery, staffing and capacity issues. Professional Advisory Provide specialist advice and recommendations to Audiology colleagues, ENT consultants, Audiovestibular Physicians, Neurologists and other professionals. Maintain expert knowledge through literature review and ensure practice reflects current evidence. Develop, review and implement audiological guidelines, protocols and joint working arrangements with partner services. Work collaboratively with ENT, physiotherapy and neurology teams to develop clinical guidelines.Represent the service at local, regional and national meetings. Please review job description document for full responsibilities.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, with colleagues, patients, professional bodies
• Experience of leading and delivering service improvement

Desirable

• Delivery of Teaching and training

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience of team management
• Experience of advanced audiological practice for complex cases
• Experience of audit and of regulatory accreditation
• Experience of research delivery

Desirable

• Experience of delivering an NHS Audiology Service
• Record of first author publication and national presentations

Academic

Essential

• MSc Audiology or equivalent
• BAA Higher training Scheme Cert. or equivalent
• Registration HCPC, RCCP or AHCS or equivalent

Desirable

• Leadership or management qualification or equivalent experience
• BSL level 1 or equivalent

Person Specification Skills Essential Excellent communication skills, with colleagues, patients, professional bodies Experience of leading and delivering service improvement Desirable Delivery of Teaching and training Knowledge and experience Essential Experience of team management Experience of advanced audiological practice for complex cases Experience of audit and of regulatory accreditation Experience of research delivery Desirable Experience of delivering an NHS Audiology Service Record of first author publication and national presentations Academic Essential MSc Audiology or equivalent BAA Higher training Scheme Cert. or equivalent Registration HCPC, RCCP or AHCS or equivalent Desirable Leadership or management qualification or equivalent experience BSL level 1 or equivalent

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).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

3rd Floor, Southwark Wing, Great Maze Pond

London

SE1 9RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy's Hospital

3rd Floor, Southwark Wing, 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 summary

Due to investment and development in our new Community Response Hubs we are looking to recruit a full time Community NurseBand 6, Clinical Lead working 37.5 hours per week between the hours of 8am - 8pm.

Based in Ellesmere Port visiting the patients of the Ellesmere Port and Neston areas. Travel is an important part of this role. Access to a car for work purposes is essential.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a clinical resource, providing a visible clinical profile, having advisory, leadership and clinical oversight of the caseload.

The team focus is on prevention of unnecessary acute hospital admission, End of Life Care and Facilitating discharge from hospital.

By working collaboratively with the wider healthcare team we ensure person centred care for those patients whose preferred place of care is at home.

A high level of communication is essential for the role, with Team work at the core of our practice.

About us

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.

We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.

Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.