Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Desirable Criteria

Desirable

• Understand of Trauma informed care
• Qualification in Substance Misuse Level 3 RQF
• Experience of working in a secure setting
• Facilitator of Group Work or Similar

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK without any breaks for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application.

Shortlisting

Essential

• History/experience of working with substance misuse/mental health patients
• Patient care plans
• Examples of team working and independent working
• Organisational skills/Time management techniques

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Peterborough

Saville Row

Peterborough

PE3 7PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the key responsibilities and person requirements for this role.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Level 1 Maths and English via BKSB or GCSE A-C (4-9) or Level 2 Functional skills Maths and English

Desirable

• Care Certificate (NHS)
• L3 Health and Social care or A Level Certificat

Experience

Desirable

• previous health care experience in hospital setting

Personal attributes

Essential

• pleasant personality / willingness to learn and reliabililty

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

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Central Middlesex Hospital

Acton Lane

London

NW10 7NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical Responsibilities

In accordance with the job plan, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion

Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation

Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health

Providing counselling and health education

Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Collecting data for audit purposes

Compiling and issuing acute and repeat

Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other Responsibilities within the Practice:

Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice

Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the practice

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

Health & Safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and keeping them free from hazards

Actively reporting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised

Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role

Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)

Reporting potential risks identified

Production of performance and quality information

To ensure that documentation (electronic and paper-based) exists to support performance standards across the full range of performance-based activity QOF, Enhanced Services etc.

To assist in the production of information for clinical audit.

To undertake ad-hoc work related to the performance of the practice under the guidance of the Partners.

Data Quality

To work within the clinical computer system to improve data quality, using the expertise of other data staff where appropriate.

Equality & Diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.

Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.

Taking responsibility for own development, learning, and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others.

This role is considered to be a developmental position and the jobholder will be encouraged to develop personal and business skills.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.

Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will:

Communicate effectively with other team members.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

External communication will be with patients, Clinical Commissioning Groups and other NHS bodies, and other GP practices and service providers.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will:

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.

Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.

Participate in audit where appropriate.

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• - Inclusion on performers list
• - Vocational training certificate or equivalent
• - Annual appraisal and revalidation, and maintain
• - Basic life support
• - EMIS
• - Experience within primary care
• - Triage
• - Face to face consultations
• - Chronic disease management
• - Clinical governance
• - Delivery of QOF targets
• - Basic computer literacy skills
• - Good telephone manner, clear speech
• - Good record keeping
• - Communication and listening skills
• - Ability to work in a multi-professional team
• - Ability to work under pressure, manage demanding workloads
• - Aware of needs of patients, relatives and carers
• - Adhere to confidentiality requirements
• - Ability to cope with patients under extreme stress from both social and clinical circumstances
• - Ability to handle change and unexpected urgent requirements
• - Effective communication skills to enable conversations about medical issues with patients and colleagues
• - Flexible, caring and empathetic
• - Self motivated
• - Professional approach
• - Presentable appearance
• - Reliable, punctual and committed to work
• - Full UK Driving Licence

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

Edgworth Medical Practice Ltd

Address

354 Bolton Road

Edgworth

Bolton

BL7 0DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Master's degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent) plus pre-registration training resulting in registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist
• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy qualification or proven level of equivalent experience
• Independent Prescribing qualification, or willingness to work towards qualification
• Oncology Pharmacy Course
• Current Good Clinical Practice qualification

Desirable

• Member of BOPA

Experience

Essential

• Previous hospital Pharmacy experience as a Clinical Pharmacist
• Extensive experience of working in oncology and haematology
• Experience of working in a pharmacy aseptic unit
• Experience in the provision of pharmacy expertise to the clinical governance agenda, e.g. risk management, health and safety
• Experience of electronic prescribing of chemotherapy

Skills, abilities & knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current issues in oncology pharmacy practice and medicines legislation
• Demonstrates commitment to Continuing Professional Development
• Knowledge of and ability to provide expert advice on the use of medicines to treat patients with malignant disease, including review of complex medication regimes and advanced level of reasoning and judgement
• Has the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail

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 Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Kings Lynn

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide comprehensive reception service in a busy reception in a community mental health team setting which include assisting people in a helpful, diplomatic and tactful manner, screening and re-routing calls, as appropriate. Taking clear, concise message and dealing with general enquiries, where appropriate. To maintain the reception area to ensure that it is always presentable. Overseeing the signing-in procedure for service users and visitors on arrival. To allocate interview rooms and maintain the room booking systems. To be able to act independently to ensure daily allocated task and on-going workload are prioritised and completed with agreed timescales whilst maintaining quality standards.

2. To deliver a high standard of customer care representative of the service and the overall trusts objectives.

3. To provide a professional and confidential administration service which may include, copy typing, photocopying, scanning dealing with post and other duties as required.

4. Assist with non-clinical processes which need to be undertaken to support clinical teams and the overall service delivery of quality patient care.

5. Support maintenance of the service environment. To report maintenance faults. Support the team with regards to roles related to First Aid, Fire Warden, Health and Safety.

6. Assist with the induction and day to day supervision of junior/temporary staff.

7. In conjunction with other members of the administration team support the service wide cover arrangements. To work in a flexible and open manner in line with the needs of the service.

8. To participate in any training and developmental needs as required by the Business Manager/Team Manager. To undertake any other duties considered relevant to the service, appropriate to the banding of this post, as negotiated with the Business Manager and/or Team Manager.

9. Ensure confidentiality of information is always maintained in accordance with Trust policies

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Administration qualification or demonstrable experience e.g reception, customer care
• GCSE's or equivalent qualifications in English (A-C grade) and Mathematics (A-C Grade) (A)

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent Communication Skills both verbal and written ( A & T)
• Confident telephone Manner ( A and I/T)
• Excellent Copy typing skills 40 wpm or above (A and T)
• Accurate grammar, spelling and punctuation (A&T)
• Effective time Management skills ( A & T)
• Punctual, reliable ,flexible (A & I)
• Excellent interpersonal skills (I)
• Ability to plan, prioritise and multi task (A & I & T)
• Ability to work as part of a team ( A & I)
• Ability to use own initiative (A & I)

Desirable

• Ability to work under pressure and in a potential stressful situation
• Understanding and ability to work tactfully and patiently with challenging behaviour
• Experience of working in he NHS, ideally within a mental health environment, hospital of community clinic

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in dealing with the public face-to-face and via telephone |(A & I)
• Experience of administrative procedures (A & I)
• Proven experience of office systems and procedures (A & I)
• Proficient use of Microsoft Outlook or Word (A & I/T)
• Awareness of Data Protection and Confidentiality (A & I)
• Understanding of Racial Awareness and Diversity (A & I)
• Health and Safety Awareness (A & I)

Desirable

• Experience of appointment booking systems
• Understanding and knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• NHS in-house systems and databases

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Giles Community Mental Health Team

1 St Giles House, St Giles Road,

London

SE5 7UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Staff Nurse - Ward Glasgow Hospital | Ward | Permanent | Full Time | Includes Evening & Weekend Work Up to £41,250 per annum depending on skills and experience 37.5 hours per week Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative healthcare and leisure facilities to our community access programmes, we're committed to building a healthier nation. Inside our award-winning hospitals, this starts with commitment to quality and the highest standards of patient care. It starts with you. As a Staff Nurse in our hospital, you'll be alert, focused, detail-oriented and empathetic. You're registered with the appropriate governing body, and you bring the qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC. With post-registration experience, you're a team player with a passion for exceptional patient care. As a Ward Staff Nurse, you will:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• As a Staff Nurse in our hospital, you'll be alert, focused, detail-oriented and empathetic.You're registered with the appropriate governing body, and you bring the qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC

Experience

Essential

• With post-registration experience, you're a team player with a passion for exceptional patient care.

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

Nuffield Health

Address

25 Beaconsfield Road

Glasgow

G12 0PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1) Clinical

a) Responsible for ensuring the postholder understand and meets their professional responsibilities when coming into contact with clients.

2) Health and Safety

a) Responsible for being aware of and complying with the Health and Safety at Work Act.

b) Responsible for working in full compliance with the Health and Safety Rules for Trades Staff.

c) Responsible for attending health and safety training as requested by management.

3) Individual Duties

a) Responsible for ensuring that all repairs are undertaken diligently, with due care and without undue delay.

b) Responsible for the inspection, checking and testing of plant and equipment as directed, in liaison with the users.

c) Responsible for undertaking non routine maintenance activities ie patient damage, new works as and when required to ensure building efficiency and safety are maintained.

d) Responsible for the safety of mechanical and electrical plant and equipment, and for safe working practices.

e) Responsible for the preparation of detailed lists of materials and spares required for the execution of maintenance, repairs, installations etc as required.

f) Responsible for ensuring that all surplus materials, scrap, rubbish etc are removed from the work area and that the work area is left clean and tidy upon completion of work undertaken.

g) Responsible for ensuring that planned preventive maintenance work is undertaken promptly and efficiently, ensuring that all necessary log/record sheets are accurately completed. Also responsible for keeping the Team Leader fully informed of any delay in execution of any duties assigned.

h) Responsible for fault finding and fault rectification to ensure building systems and equipment remain in efficient and safe operation.

i) Responsible for actively participating in providing information based on experience, with regard to updating or setting up planned preventive maintenance schedules.

j) Responsible for the accurate completion of time sheets on a daily basis.

k) Responsible for the care and securing of tools, equipment and materials especially in patient areas.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised CITB or EITB Apprenticeship with City and Guilds Part 2 qualifications.

Desirable

• Post Apprenticeship qualifications, formal certificated training in relevant areas.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• 2 years post qualifying relevant experience, good communication skills, flexible attitude to work situations.

Desirable

• Familiarity with the healthcare sector and day to day operation and maintenance of varying types of building/premises.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• oRespectful, conscientious, flexible, confident, mature nature, articulate.

Desirable

• oAwareness and sensitive to specific needs regarding mental health environment.

Other

Essential

• Full Clean Driving Licence
• oHelpful, co-operative, conscientious, committed to the effective and efficient running of the Directorate and service delivery.

Desirable

• oAptitude for self-development, proactive with regards to new technology and working practices.

Skills

Essential

• oKnowledge and appreciation of health and safety issues. Ability to use initiative, able to work on own or as part of a team.

Desirable

• oFamiliarity with other trades/works undertaken within the Estates Directorate.

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

Summerhill Services Limited

Address

Hillis Lodge

Hollymoor Way, Northfield

Birmingham

B31 5HE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Person Specification

Qualifications + Registration

Essential

• HCPC registration
• Occupational Therapy professional qualification

Desirable

• B6 - Completion of Fieldwork educators' course

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with people with mental
• Knowledge of occupational frames of reference and approaches
• Knowledge of the impact of health and disability on occupational performance, participation and identity
• B6 - Experience of contributing to service development/project work
• B6 - Experience as a supervisor
• UK driving license and access to a car for work purposes

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unither House

Curfew Bell Road

Chertsey

KT169FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

School Programme Management

• To overseeSchoolprogramme managementandadvisethe Head of Schoolon the following matters:
• Specialty-specific matters and trainee/trainer concerns;
• Recruitment totraining postsand programmes;
• To use our educational resources to support learners within programmes to fulfil their full potential.
• Postgraduateprogramme management,includingassessments,progression,rotations,support
• and remediation, OOP management, trainee management, careers support, less than full-time training, interdeanery transfer, academic training and other related work-streams.

To fulfil the following responsibilities:

• To attend School meetings within the structure and other relevant meetings.
• To meet Code of Practice requirements, ensuring that rotational information is available to local teams to meet the 12 week deadline, and to support information sharing to track exceptions, noting the contribution to NHS England (WTE Directorate) metrics.
• To undertake professional development identified for the role (attendanceatrequired training days, on-linee-learning packages,etc).
• To assist the Head of School and Postgraduate Dean in the early identification of trainees requiring additional support through local monitoring, escalation as required and referral to appropriate services.
• To facilitate career management or be able to provide access to career management skills or provision. - See detailed Job Description

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Person Specification

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• A transformation leadership style.
• Ability to make decisions autonomously when required on difficult issues.
• Management of transformation and change.
• Sensitivity, tolerance and acceptance of criticism.
• Perform all duties in a manner that supports and promotes NHS England (WTE Directorate) commitment to equal opportunities.
• Conduct all duties in a manner that safeguards the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues, trainees and staff. Note the special responsibility as a manager for assessing and minimising risks to staff.
• A continuing quest for personal and professional development.
• An academic interest in training and education across primary and secondary care.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others.
• A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate.
• Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress.

Desirable

• Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty.
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Current clinical commitment in the School/specialty.
• Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context.
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team.
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.
• Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years.
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes.

Desirable

• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies.
• Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda.
• Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Primary clinical healthcare qualification.
• Currently working at consultant level or equivalent in the specialty school area
• Experience within the specialty at Consultant level.
• Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and be registered with the regulatory body.
• Must hold a current Licence to Practise

Desirable

• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)

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

NHS England

Address

23 Stephenson Street

Birmingham

B2 4HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Actively manage the administrative processes associated with patient pathways for the Termination of Pregnancy Service and the functioning and effectiveness of the clinical teams, ensuring targets are met, following the RCOG guidelines for the service.

To be first point of contact for self referrals into the service, this can be emotive, as sensistive information is required.

Handle queries and ensure relevant information is imported and confidentially maintained.

Work closely with the Consultant Lead and Lead nurse to ensure all guidelines are adhered to and patient care is seamless.

Organise and plan own workload and that of the clinical team ensuring all patient appointments are managed effectively.

Demonstrate good organisational skills, prioritising and planning skills.

Ensure all HSA1/HSA4 forms are processed correctly and deal with any necessary queries.

Be a key contact in providing patients with access to heal thcare professionsal correctly and deal with any necessary enquiries.

Arrange ultrasound scan appointments if necessary.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or knowledge

Essential

• NVQ Level 3/BTEC in Business or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of legalities of Termination of Pregnancy

Experience

Essential

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Experience of working with distressed patients

Desirable

• previous experience as medical secretary or role using medical terminology

Aptitude and Abilities Skills

Essential

• Autonomous working
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Resilience under pressure
• Good IT skills ie Word/Excel also knowledge of Myrddin
• Ability to maintain strictest confidentiality

Desirable

• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic/Motivated Team Player
• Ability to deal with patients and relatives in a sympathetic manner

Circumstances

Essential

• Reliable and flexible to meet service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Bridgend Health & Wellbeing Centre

Angel Street

Bridgend

CF31 4AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Support specific aspects of managing the Trusts day-to-day delivery against the requirements of the performance management framework and allocated contracts

1. Working with the Finance Team to support financial performance management for an agreed area and to ensure contract costings are correct and cover the entire costs to SLaM of providing the service

1. Reviewing and updating documentation as necessary, particularly ensuring service specifications are clear, deliverable and up to date.

1. Ensure information is properly analysed and supports Trust business decision-making.

1. Setting up and maintaining any necessary activity reporting/ compliance reporting for agreed areas of responsibility; monitoring the data quality of this reporting, escalating issues where required.

1. Where SLaM is commissioning services from elsewhere, to require such reporting as necessary to assure the Trust that the service is being delivered as specified and achieving appropriate quality standards. To initiate remedial action as necessary.

1. Ensure the Trust has sound and efficient processes in place to manage inquiries and

queries, formal and informal, from commissioners regarding contract performance and

other contract issues

1. Ensuring that other Trust teams are aware of any responsibilities they may have to support delivery against performance standards and allocated contracts

1. Managing the process of review and renegotiation in a timely way, involving others as necessary.

1. To manage ongoing communication with designated commissioners and external agencies including regular meetings, and to ensure Trust responses are sent in a timely way

1. Support nominated Directorate in their delivery against performance standards and contracts by

1. Sharing with all relevant Trust directors and departments the terms and conditions of NHSE and ICB specialist contracts and monitoring Trust compliance with these requirements and the performance management framework
2. Reviewing and supporting the Directorate in updating documentation as necessary.
3. Co-ordinating the delivery of any necessary activity, contract performance or financial reporting from other departments and escalating any issues with these requirements where appropriate and necessary
4. Managing a proactive process to regularly review and re-negotiate contracts with commissioners, as required, working with Directorate leads to ensure thorough preparation for these meetings and attending meetings to ensure a contract presence.
5. Working with Directorate managers and other infrastructure departments to understand activity flows and assist in developing realistic and achievable activity plans, disinvestment plans or other contract schedules
6. Developing relationships within Directorate and infrastructure departments at appropriate levels to ensure that any relevant service delivery or contract compliance issues are escalated quickly.
7. Providing co-ordination of responses and documentation in the event of any relevant consultations or contractual disputes.
8. Develop a detailed programme of work to:

- assist the Trust in delivering against contractual plans

- assist agenda planning with ICBs throughout the year

1. Work with the Commercial Team and service development lead to support the tendering/service development process to secure income through contracting

1. Assist in identifying any improvements to processes within the organisation, relating to contract, performance, finance, IT functions, suggesting solutions and working with other departments to implement these, where appropriate.

1. Support the senior members of the team in the annual contract development and negotiation process for major contracts.

1. Support nominated Directorate(s) in their general understanding of the business, performance and contracting environment, making use of

1. The shared drives, MS Teams and intranet
2. Directorate business meetings and training opportunities
3. Any other appropriate vehicles such as the Trust newsletter

1. Maintain detailed knowledge of relevant NHS guidance, information strategy, compliance framework and policies.

1. Any ad hoc duties related to the above, commensurate with the banding of the post and current capacity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level qualification ideally in a numerate discipline or knowledge gained by post-qualification experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Postgraduate degree in a related field

Experience

Essential

• Experience of performance management frameworks and/or clinical contract management and support within healthcare organisations, to include negotiation, schedule development, performance and contract meeting management, business planning, representing your organisation and dealing with conflict
• Experience of financial and information management, reporting, interpretation and presentation of data
• Project and programme management
• Defining and Implementing change
• Using existing templates and modifying templates to suit different contractual arrangements.

Desirable

• The ability to create contracts to suit a unique arrangement where no template exists

Knowledge / Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise conflicting requirements to meet Trust objectives
• Ability to deliver to strict deadlines
• Awareness of NHS Performance requirements for Trusts, ICBs and within the wider NHS system
• Knowledge of NHS Standard Contracts and contractual requirements
• Awareness of contract management across a range of contract types including block, cost and volume, cost per case
• Data Protection, Caldecott and Information Governance requirements
• Awareness of legal concepts such as indemnities, limitation of liability, intellectual property, etc. These are key negotiation points in the non-NHS contracts within the Trust.

Desirable

• Skilled in staff management
• Create narrative to support data.
• Knowledge of performance and contract management systems within mental healthcare organisations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bethlem Royal Hospital

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job description for more information about the main job role responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Qualification in Mental Health Nursing or Occupational Therapy or Social Work.
• Professional registration such as NMC/HCPC /Social Work England

Experience

Essential

• To be trained in phlebotomy and have experience of managing a Clozapine clinic.
• Further professional training or experience to post graduate diploma level or equivalent experience of looking after people in the Community.
• 2 years' experience post qualification
• Aware of personal and professional boundaries
• Clinical supervision training
• Driving License for community-based roles involving client visits it is essential to hold driver's license and access to a vehicle

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unither House Chertsey and Bramdene Staines

Unither House

Chertsey Ottershaw

KT13 0TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

• Collaboration - We work together to deliver safe, consistent, patient-centred care. Respect - We treat everyone with respect, kindness and equity. Curiosity - We stay curious to drive innovation that delivers exceptional patient outcomes.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
• Certification in at least one Epic application

Desirable

• Certification of Education or other relevant training qualification
• Training certificate or equivalent in digital learning design and authoring tools

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Configuration accreditation and experience as a Credentialed Trainer for at least one Epic application
• Knowledge of a specific clinical subject area relating to an EPR
• Experience of working in a team- display team values, positive, willing and co-operative
• Proven experience in supporting the use of technology in teaching and learning
• Experience of providing education or learning within NHS or healthcare setting
• Experience of developing Epic training material
• Understanding of clinical, administrative and/or operational workflows and processes within a hospital environment
• Understanding of clinical, administrative and/or operational workflows and processes within a hospital environment
• Experience working with different media an file formats including video

Desirable

• Producing eLearning materials and associate support services
• Experience of supporting change management
• Experience of using design software (eg. Articulate Storyline/Articulate 360 or similar)
• Experience leading in the development process of eLearning from planning to release

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Excellent organisation and planning skills
• Attentive to details and able to accurately and appropriately record data
• Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to communicate with staff at all levels in the organisation, including clinical staff and managerial staff as well as with external suppliers
• Intermediate knowledge of IT systems and software programmes such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Articulate Storyline/Articulate 360 (or similar)
• Able to prioritise tasks to achieve deadlines whilst working under pressure and with frequent interruptions
• The ability to maintain a professional approach and always demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills (organisation and communication)
• Ability to impart knowledge and/or present to others in a clear and concise manner
• Able to cope with unpredictable and intense situations
• Able to work collaboratively with own team members as well as those in other application teams
• Ability to take a creative approach to resolving a learning design challenge
• Ability to learn new tools and software to meet the requirements of the job

Desirable

• Good analytical and project management 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

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Great Ormond Street Hospital

London

WC1N 1LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The main practice is situated in Penrhyn Bay with a branch surgery in Deganwy with a list size 6500 with 1 Senior Partner, 3 Salaried GP's, 2 P/N's & a HCA with excellent administrative support.

We offer flexible surgery sessions to suit work life balance and generous annual leave and family friendly holidays are encouraged. We are right on the North Wales Coast and very close to Snowdonia National Park. There are no buying in costs and excellent links to Chester, Liverpool & Manchester.

The practice holds a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration On the National GP Register.

Desirable

• MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in working in a primary care setting.

Desirable

• Experience working with the EMIS system.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Penrhyn Bay Medical Centre

Plas Penrhyn

Penrhyn Bay

Llandudno

Gwynedd

LL30 3EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Must be HCPC registered psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Experience of working with people from across the life span with a range of mental health issues and cognitive profiles
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mole Valley Community Mental Health Recovery Services

Randalls Road

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Make a difference in your local community

Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do. At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.

We are looking for a confident, compassionate and committed Care & Support Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke, located on Beach Road in the coastal village of Kewstoke, near Weston-super-Mare.

This is more than just a care job. It is an opportunity to be part of a local team making a positive difference in peoples lives, supporting recovery, promoting independence and helping to build trust with the wider Kewstoke and Weston-super-Mare community.

If you are looking for a rewarding Care & Support Worker job in Kewstoke, a mental health support worker role near Weston-super-Mare, or a career in health and social care where you can genuinely make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

About Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke

Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke provides care and support for men and women with mental health needs, including emergency admissions, rehabilitation pathways and specialist support for individuals with complex mental health presentations.

Set within more than 16 acres of landscaped grounds and overlooking the Bristol Channel, our peaceful beachside location helps us pr ovide a calm, therapeutic and recovery-focused environment. The hospital offers a broad range of therapies including CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR and DBT, supporting service users to build confidence, develop coping strategies and work towards their personal goals.

As part of our team, you will play an important role in delivering safe, respectful and person-centred care every day.

A local role with real purpose

We know how important Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke is to the local area. We want to continue building strong, positive relationships with the community by being a responsible local employer, providing high-quality care and supporting people to recover in a safe and therapeutic environment.

By joining us as a Care & Support Worker in Kewstoke, you will help us:

• Deliver compassionate care that makes a real difference
• Support people through some of the most difficult times in their lives
• Promote dignity, independence and hope
• Contribute to a safer, more supportive therapeutic environment
• Be part of a team that local people can feel proud of

About the Role

This role involves working 12-hour shifts, with a mixture of day and night shifts.

Salary: £13.45 per hour.

As a Care & Support Worker, you will support service users with their day-to-day needs, emotional wellbeing and recovery journey. You will work closely with nurses, therapists and wider clinical teams to provide consistent, compassionate and safe support.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Offering enhanced care using a flexible and person-centred approach
• Providing physical and emotional support to people in our care
• Building positive, professional and trusting relationships with service users
• Learning about each individuals needs and supporting them in the most appropriate way
• Assisting with medical, welfare and personal support needs
• Reporting on medical and welfare needs as required
• Supporting safeguarding practices and maintaining professional boundaries
• Helping to maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive daily routines
• Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team

You are...

We are looking for people who care deeply about making a difference.

• Genuinely driven to improve peoples lives
• Compassionate, patient and respectful
• Confident working in a mental health care environment
• An excellent communicator
• A good team player
• Sensitive and intuitive in your approach
• Reliable, resilient and willing to learn
• Passionate about empowering people and supporting independence

Previous experience in care, mental health, support work or healthcare can be helpful, but your values, attitude and commitment to outstanding care are just as important.

Why Cygnet?

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. You will be joining a team where your work matters and where you will be supported to develop.

• Excellent career prospects
• Opportunities for further learning through our apprenticeship scheme
• Expert supervision and support
• Employee referral scheme
• Free Health Cash Plan
• 24-hour free GP support line
• Free life assurance cover
• Free eye tests
• Car lease discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Free mortgage broker and insurance support
• Pension scheme
• Employee NHS discount savings
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit, including fitness programmes, nutrition consultation and health checks

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke located?

Cygnet Hospit al Kewstoke is located on Beach Road in Kewstoke, just outside Weston-super-Mare in North Somerset, overlooking the Bristol Channel.

What type of role is this?

This is a Care & Support Worker role in a mental health hospital, supporting people with emotional, physical and welfare needs as part of their recovery journey.

What shifts will I work?

You will work 12-hour shifts, with a mixture of days and nights.

How much does the role pay?

The role pays £13.45 per hour.

Is this role suitable for someone local to Kewstoke or Weston-super-Mare?

Yes. This is a great opportunity for someone from Kewstoke, Sand Bay, Worle, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset or the surrounding area who wants a meaningful local role in health and social care.

Is sponsorship available?

Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for this role.

Ready to make a positive difference?

If you care about making a difference, we want to talk to you.

Join Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke as a Care & Support Worker and help us provide safe, compassionate and recovery-focused care in the heart of the local community.

Apply now to start your career with Cygnet.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

weston super mare

BS22 9UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

GENERAL

• Responsible for ensuring, in conjunction with the ward team, that the cleaning standards meet the agreed levels, and that any shortfalls are dealt with quickly. Assist with the cleaning and catering tasks as described in works schedule.
• Responsible for ensuring the day area, dining room and interview rooms, are kept clean, tidy and welcoming for patients and visitors.
• Responsible for the cleaning of patients en-suite bedrooms and that they are kept clean and free of clutter at all times, and that the ward is tidy throughout.
• Responsible for establishing, maintaining and assisting with a programme of curtain changing throughout the ward, in line with Trust policy.
• Responsible for ensuring that following the patients discharge, the en-suite bedroom is cleaned and equipped in preparation for the next admission.
• Responsible for ensuring patients personal clothing is washed and correctly stored.
• Responsible for ordering of consumables and other supplies, ensuring that these are correctly stored, and used in rotation.
• Responsible for assisting nursing staff in cleaning medical equipment.
• To attend all mandatory and non mandatory training as required.
• To be responsible for all patients meals, snacks and beverages including special diets, adhering to standards and procedures and training practices for the delivery and service of all meals.
• Responsible for ensuring the ward complies with the Trust Food hygiene policy i.e fridge temperature and brings to the Clinical Managers attention any no compliance.
• It is everyone responsible to be aware of infection control procedures and to carry out relevant training.
• Every member of staff has a responsibility to be aware of and follow at all times, the relevant national and local policy in relation to the safeguarding of children, the safeguarding of vulnerable adults and the control of infection.

PROFESSIONAL

• Responsible for engaging in the Trust appraisal process, that identifies your own personal development and training needs.
• Responsible for ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times in accordance with the data protection act trust policy and good practice.
• Responsible for reporting to the Haden helpdesk any medical and/or electrical equipment that need repairing and requires PAT testing, and keeping up to date records of reports, defects and follow up action.
• Responsible for reporting any instances of Pest control to relevant Supervisor, Facilities/Hotel Services Manager/Ward Manager.
• Responsible for answering telephones in the absence of nursing staff.
• Responsible for safeguarding the welfare and safety of staff, patients, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies and procedures relating to security

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Housekeeping Diploma or NVQ 2 Support Service qualification or equivalent qualification. Level 2 Food Hygiene.

Desirable

• NVQ2 Customer care.COPC Certificate. Infection Control.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a Housekeeping/Support Services role Understanding importance /relevance of good food hygiene practice. Ability to deal with complaints and any other issues.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a Housekeeping/Support Services role Understanding importance /relevance of good food hygiene practice. Ability to deal with complaints and any other issues.
• Food Service experience.

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal & written communication skills. Good literacy and numeracy skills. Ability to use own Initiative when necessary. Able to work alone, or as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Able to report & feedback effectively.

Desirable

• Ability to prioritise tasks.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Drive and enthusiasm. Calm disposition. Non-judgemental approach. Empathy towards Service Users Ability to prioritise tasks.

Other

Essential

• Flexible and adaptable approach Able to work unsociable hours. The post holder will be required to work across SSL/Trust Sites. Full, clean Driving Licence. Good Attendance record

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

Summerhill Services Limited

Address

The Barberry

25 Vincent Drive

Birmingham

B15 2FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent academic achievement that is ratified by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
• State registration with Health Professions Council (HPC)
• Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HPC guidelines.

Desirable

• Working towards completion of post registration specialist competency portfolio.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in clinical laboratories.
• Experience of laboratory techniques and automation

Desirable

• Experience of dealing with suppliers, clinical and support staff, the public or customer care.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Expereince

Essential

• Confident communication skills with children
• Able to maintain confidentiality at all times

Desirable

• Experience in a health-care setting

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and maths Competent use of computers
• Assistant Audiologist Course
• Competent use of computers

Desirable

• Level 3 Diploma health screening (hearing) or eligible to achieve this qualification within 18 months of starting the post

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Mature professional attitude to patients, staff and members of the public.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work unsupervised and organise own workloads as well as team working.
• Ability to remain calm and focused on screening yet deal with competing demands for attention.
• Willingness to work to multi-sites.
• Tactfulness

Desirable

• Have UK driving licence

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are looking for a supportive environment in which to develop your confidence, strengthen your consultant portfolio and prepare for your first substantive Emergency Medicine consultant appointment, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We are committed to providing safe, effective and compassionate care for our patients and to developing our staff.

For further information or an informal discussion about the post, please contact the Emergency Department/Clinical Lead via the details provided in the vacancy.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• MBBS, or equivalent
• Current GMC Registration with Full License to Practice
• CCT/CESR in the UK or within 4 months of application at time of interview
• ALS, ATLS/ETC and APLS/EPALS or equivalent- all in date
• Ultrasound level 1 signed off

Desirable

• ATLS/APLS/EPALS/ETC instructor
• Additional experience in relevant posts especially paediatrics and ITU / anaesthetics
• Other degrees, e.g., BSc MSc, MD.
• Sub-specialist interest

Experience

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that of gaining UK CCT - Potential to benefit from the experience and training offered by this post (fits in with career aspirations to be EM consultant)
• Ability to offer expert clinical advice on emergency patients
• Experience of teaching at departmental level in Emergency Medicine.
• Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
• Ability to supervise research projects

Desirable

• Presentation at regional, national or international meetings
• Track record of delivered teaching or qualification in teaching
• Able to plan and develop new initiatives.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Able to work at senior level without supervision
• Competent in relevant procedures
• Able to prioritise clinical need and manage workload
• Aware of own limitations and knows when to ask for help
• Understands principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
• Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit.
• Must have undertaken and completed audit projects.
• Ability to supervise audit projects

Desirable

• Further ultrasound skills including regional blocks
• Publication(s) / oral presentation(s)
• An interest in audit and research.
• Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
• Participation in Research studies.
• Holds Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Evidence of management training
• Experience in the management of change

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing with patients, relatives and colleagues
• Compassionate
• Remains professional at all times
• Enthusiastic, approachable and Flexible
• Reliable
• Organisational Ability
• Can lead a multidisciplinary team and work across organisational boundaries
• Ability to develop good working relationships with others in a multidisciplinary team - is a team player
• Commitment to continuing personal development and revalidation
• Able to recognise, remain calm and work under pressure
• Respects individuals' rights, interests, beliefs, preferences and cultures

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership qualities (within and outside medicine)
• Desire to continue personal professional development and enhance quality of patient experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High St,

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy

Desirable

• Member of CSP

Placement history

Essential

• Experience of a wide range of clinical placements, including core areas

NHS Experience

Essential

• Experience of NHS systems and procedures

Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to carry out full range of duties (including travel between various bases and home visits in a timely manner)

Skills

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise/good time management

Desirable

• Presentation skills
• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Rotational across the Health Board

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with a 'Licence to Practice'
• MBBS or MBChB or equivalent
• CCT in anaesthesia (or Equivalent) or, if in training, within 6 months of CCT
• FRCA (or equivalent)
• ALS/ATLS/APLS/EPLS provider

Desirable

• Wide experience of UK healthcare system
• Post-CCT/consultant level experience in anaesthesia
• Availability to commence employment at start date of advertised post

Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced anaesthesia training, (SIA or fellowship) or consultant-level experience in one of: obstetric anaesthesia, regional & orthopaedic anaesthesia, perioperative medicine, neuroanaesthesia or paediatric anaesthesia
• Extensive experience in provision of anaesthesia for a wide variety of anaesthesia, especially the management of major trauma
• Proficient in the perioperative care of patients, including acute pain management

Desirable

• Advanced anaesthesia training, (SIA or fellowship) or consultant-level experience in a second specialist area from the following list: obstetric anaesthesia, regional & orthopaedic anaesthesia, perioperative medicine, neuroanaesthesia or paediatric anaesthesia
• Experience in independent delivery of anaesthesia for complex patients
• Skills, knowledge and attributes necessary to join an on-call rota as a consultant

Personal Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and intelligently in written and spoken English to a wide range of audiences
• Ability to build strong and effective relationships with patients, relatives and colleagues
• Ability to cope with pressure and adapt to change

Desirable

• Leadership skills appropriate to leading a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to take personal responsibility for the delivery of high-quality care, make decisions and exert appropriate authority
• Ability to innovate

Teaching & Training

Essential

• Involvement in teaching of allied health professionals
• Involvement in teaching of junior medical staff
• Evidence of training in teaching skills
• Training in clinical supervision

Desirable

• Involvement in undergraduate education.
• Involvement in postgraduate education
• Experience of setting up an education module/ course
• APLS, EPLS, ALS or ATLS instructor status

Research

Essential

• Formal training in research methodology
• Active participation in research
• Presentation of abstracts and posters at specialist society academic meetings
• Ability to critically appraise published evidence & apply research outcomes to clinical problems

Desirable

• Experience of oral presentations to learned societies on topics related to anaesthesia.
• Publication of original research (abstracts or papers)
• Authorship of book chapters or books
• Higher degree (Masters, MD Res or PhD)

Other

Essential

• Commitment to continuing personal development and education
• Evidence of working in multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to value and respect diversity in colleagues and patients

Desirable

• Computer skills relevant to the post
• Evidence of effective service development activity leading to improvement in patient care
• Experience in Clinical Governance
• Clinical management & leadership training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

Whitechapel Rd

London

E1 1FR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Practice Manager is responsible for:

Business Management

• Contract performance monitoring, review and sign up
• Keep abreast of new business changes and opportunities and produce workable solutions to present to the Partners
• Lead on business development, systems and project management
• Develop business protocols and procedures, review and update as required
• Manage the procurement of practice equipment, supplies and services within target budgets
• Maintain full and comprehensive insurance cover for the building and contents, including public and employers liability
• Attend business meetings and represent the GP practice at external meetings where considered appropriate by the GP Partnership, including PCN meetings.
• Lead the online presence of the practice
• Plan, schedule and chairing of meetings ensuring agendas are prepared, meeting minutes taken and actions undertaken
• Lead on all matters related to the management and maintenance of the practice premises
• Lead on health and safety matters and conduct annual risk assessments
• Ensure the fire safety standards and training are maintained in line with legislation
• Ensure the building is safe and secure at all times
• Finance
• Explore and deliver opportunities to improve profitability through maximising income and management of overhead expenditure
• Manage contracts for services e.g. utilities, maintenance, gardening, window cleaning, etc ensuring value for money
• Maintain an effective liaison with the finance colleagues

Contract Delivery, Performance and Quality

• Lead on change and continuous improvement initiatives; coordinating all projects within the practice
• Interpret and lead on implementation of national, local and practice quality standards alongside the Partners
• Oversee the development and management of patient services
• Lead on all matters related to the demand and capacity of services and appointments and work with the Partners and the clinical team to overcome challenges and seek solutions together
• Lead on ensuring that all clinicians are registered with the appropriate professional body, revalidation has been undertaken and ensure that DBS and liability insurance is in place
• Lead on all matters related to the Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration and compliance with the registered manager
• Ensure the team achieve QoF targets
• Lead with the Partners on Equality & Diversity
• Lead on all Health and Safety matters related to the GP practice
• Lead on IT matters including with the partners overseeing confidentiality and adherence to GDPR
• Respond appropriately to any Freedom of Information requests
• Implement the Practice Complaints Procedure
• Implement the Significant Events Procedure
• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources
• Maintain responsibility for own personal development
• Communicate effectively with other team members, external agencies and organisations, with patients and carers and the Patient Group as and when appropriate
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Human Resources

• Lead on all matters related to human resource management in line with General Practice/NHS standards and good practice to include performance and disciplinary
• Be the direct line manager for the administrative team and on non-clinical matters for the clinical team
• Oversee the recruitment and retention of staff
• Oversee staff induction and ongoing training needs
• Lead on performance management for employed staff
• Develop staff skill-mix, monitor skill-mix, deployment of staff and set role boundaries
• Implement an effective staff appraisal process
• Ensure all staff have an up-to-date DBS check as required for their role
• Ensure all staff are competent and safe to carry out their work including initial employment checks
• Maintain and develop the practices employment policies and procedures to comply with all relevant employment legislation

Equality and Diversity

• The post holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues
• Act in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behave in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights

This job description does not represent an exhaustive list of duties and may be amended in the light of practice and service changes and developments. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience
• Essential
• Experience of working in a GP Practice as a manager / leadership team
• High levels of integrity with patient care being a priority
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Confident, assertive, and resilient
• Motivated with an ability to drive and deliver change effectively
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Maintains confidentiality at all time
• Experience of managing accounting procedures including budget and cash flow forecasting
• Experience of managing multidisciplinary teams
• Experience of performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development and disciplinary procedures
• Experience of successfully developing and implementing projects, workforce planning and practice development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written, oral and presenting)
• Strong IT skills (generic)
• Excellent leadership skills
• Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• SystmOne or similar user skills
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to network and build relationships
• Ability to develop, implement and embed policy and procedure
• Ability to motivate teams enhance morale and maintain a positive working environment including team building sessions
• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Ability to use initiative and judgement with a solution focused approach

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• AMSPAR Qualification / Post Graduate level HR or Business or Primary Care Management qualification of similar

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

Westleigh Medical Practice

Address

4 – 12 Westleigh Lane

Westleigh

Leigh

WN7 5JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLE: Care Navigator West Derby Medical Centre

REPORTS TO: Leadership team

Accountable to : Head of Operations

HOURS: Flexible between 7:00 20:00 as per rota

SALARY: £12.68 per hour

Job Summary:

Receive, assist, and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professionals in a courteous, efficient, and effective way. To possess excellent customer care skills and ensure all patients and staff are offered an effective, efficient, and courteous service always

Provide general assistance within the whole Practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.

Job Responsibilities:

• To have a thorough knowledge of all Practice procedures and protocols and EMIS clinical system
• To work in accordance of written protocols
• Handling and opening of all mail coming into the surgery
• Scanning all hospital and clinics correspondence into the practice clinical system
• Digital fax and photocopy as requested
• Coding hospital discharge and clinic letters
• Taking action of all necessary hospital discharge letters/clinic letters
• Summarising patient files
• Registering & deducting new and old patients
• Checking NHS mail, OOH and electronic letters for any action needed i.e. eConsultations
• Using Iplato/Accurx to send text messages to patients
• Opening and closing of business premises
• Stocking clinicians rooms with all appropriate equipment
• Cold chaining (checking fridge temperatures are within range and reporting any abnormal readings to practice management)
• Use of PCSE for record movement and queries

• Navigating patients to the most appropriate services i.e. identifying emergencies, referring calls to nominated stakeholders .
• Liaising with patients at the reception desk and via telephone and also digitally
• Liaising with all non-practice staff i.e. ICB teams , Care home staff , Health Visitors, District Nurses Community matrons , Coroners office etc.
• Handling patient queries politely and courteously
• Processing repeat prescriptions
• Signing out controlled drug prescriptions
• Taking action of alerts for monitoring bloods/chronic illnesses ensuring patients are up to date
• Meeting QOF / IIF / GP Spec targets, and arranging appropriate appointments and adding correct invite codes
• Processing blood forms when instructed by GP or when checking if patient is overdue for any specific blood tests
• Making general referrals to Treatment room, district nurses etc.
• Creating receiving and completing tasks between clinical and non-clinical staff
• Processing letters to patients
• Identifying emergencies and ensuring all protocols are followed during these emergencies
• Proactively handling minor complaints from patients and referring to the leadership team when required

• Process appointment requests for urgent on the day and future appointments from patients by telephone, in person, via email or eConsultation
• Taking home visit request

• Registrations of new patients computer data entry and medical records
• Process patients change of address computer data and medical records (have knowledge of Practice area boundary )
• Process repeat prescription request in accordance with Practice guidelines

• Have working knowledge of telephone system, during and after hours
• Answer the telephone in polite and courteous and professional manner and adhere to practice guidelines at all times
• Handling complaints received from telephone on a courteous , polite manner

• Clear rooms after surgeries and ensure they are stocked for the following day
• Ensure building security have thorough knowledge of doors/windows/alarm process
• Any other tasks and duties allocated by the leadership team that are deemed to be necessary
• Problem solving with colleagues in a positive , professional manner
• Team support

Confidentiality:

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
• Reporting potential risks identified

Equality and Diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner that is welcoming, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights

Personal/Professional Development:

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Quality:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication:

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance at all times
• Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education

Desirable

• Experience within an NHS setting with EMIS / Clinical system experience

Experience

Essential

• Must be able to work as part of a team and also autonomously

Desirable

• Experience of working within primary care

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

West Derby Medical Centre

Address

West Derby Medical Centre

3 Winterburn Crescent

Liverpool

L12 8TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Health Care Assistant position available with WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• Level 2 qualification (e.g. GCSE Grade A-C, NVQ2) in Health & Social Care OR A good standard of general education to GCSE level and the agreement to undertake the relevant L2 qualification on appointment

Desirable

• Experience working in a clinical environment
• Experience working in the NHS

Knowledge and Skills

Desirable

• Previous experience and training of manual handling patients using appropriate equipment
• Can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of promoting patient independence
• Able to provide support and reassurance to patients

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• A positive attitude and ability to act on feedback
• Polite, friendly, approachable and self-motivated

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

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Upton Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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