Job description

Job responsibilities

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Name - Lewis Ransom Position - Patient Services Coordinator Email - [email protected] Shortlisting Date: 28/09/26 Interview Date: W/C 05/10/26

Why you should join our Team

Leeds is a large city with the third largest metropolitan population in the country. The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK.

The ENT department is placed in Brotherton Wing, LGI, offering adjacency of clinic, consultant offices, secretaries and management staff, which greatly enhances the working environment.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where no 2 days are the same. You will be part of a team that values professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement, while offering opportunities to develop new skills and gain experience across a wide range of administrative functions. If you are organised, adaptable and enjoy building positive working relationships, you will find this a rewarding role where your contribution has a direct impact on the effective delivery of anaesthetic services across the Trust.

The successful candidate must have previous experience working within an administrative setting and a positive, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to provide comprehensive administrative support. The post holder will need to prioritise their workload, be able to work under their own initiative and be proactive in identifying administrative tasks that require completion.

• Work with Consultants and their medical teams
• Scheduling of patients
• Deal with patient enquiries.
• Play a key role in ensuring that patients move systematically through their pathways by ensuring that the next steps are in the pipeline.
• Working with various stakeholders, admin staff, clinicians, nursing teams etc

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

Our Trust values

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

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

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

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Leeds General Infirmary

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS1 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To ensure that external investigation reports are brought to the attention of the appropriate medical team and signed off by the appropriate member of staff. Arrange for the request and/or safe onward transmissions of patient investigation reports and film to other sites where necessary.

To maintain filing systems that facilitates the effective running of the department.

To open, date stamp and distribute post according to local standing operating procedure.

Maintain up to date filing of external reports and correspondence in patient medical records.

To use the appropriate IT system for checking patient information and appointments.

To manage patient records appropriately, ensuring an up-to-date record is maintained of all case notes returned from the wards and clinics, that patient medical records are available for clinic and appointments are dispatched to other departments as necessary.

To maintain and update the diaries of the members of the clinical team as required, and to co-ordinate meetings, teaching sessions/venues as required.

To cover for medical secretary colleagues during periods of absence and annual leave.

To ensure the department has adequate stocks of stationery and order supplies as and when necessary.

To co-ordinate and process work of a medico-legal nature and other medical reports as required.

To draft responses to routine enquiries as appropriate.

To take an active role in initiatives to improve the administrative service provided to managers and clinicians, and the service received by children & young people and their families.

To send any referrals received to the central booking office for registration and booking and to action tertiary referrals as necessary. Complete Minimum data set (MDS) template when making onward referrals.

To organise own work schedule, adapt the schedule as required to meet commitments to others within the agreed timescales and, where this is not achievable, give notification promptly with reasons to line manager.

To ensure any changes/cancelation to clinics are carried out using Book Wise and all relevant parties are advised of any changes.

To advise parents of special instructions regarding medical tests, as directed by the medical team.

To liaise with the central booking office as required if an appointment requires rescheduled.

Completion of forms and documentation as requested such as adoption, child protection, police statements, disability and doctor references as requested to do so by the consultant.

Managing the generic email account.

To have an awareness of the referral to treatment (RTT) patient pathway journey in order to be able to respond to parents/carers calls and enquires as appropriate.

To have awareness of the outreach clinics and wait lists to be able to respond to parents/carers calls and enquires as appropriate.

Undertaking non clinical typing as requested by the consultant or their teams as necessary such as complaint letters.

Working as part of a team; assisting with the training of new and temporary staff providing support and advice as appropriate.

To locate, retrieve and book patients case notes in and out of department as required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years secretarial and/or administrative experience.
• Computer skills Excel , Word & Power Point
• Experience of managing competing and varied demands
• Audio Typing

Desirable

• Use of Digital Dictation System

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Clear handwriting, spelling, grammar & numeracy.
• Ability to use initiative and work unsupervised.
• To have a systematic and methodical approach to work with attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills especially when dealing with highly sensitive information and where there are barriers to understanding.
• Ability to demonstrate good organisational skills and to prioritise/manage own workload in a demanding environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to deal tactfully and sympathetically with members of the public and professionals

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs or equivalent
• RSA3 Typing/Word Processing or other recognised qualification or equivalent experience.
• AMSPAR qualification

Desirable

• NVQ4 in admin
• EDCL or similar It qualification.

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS Trust

Stadium Road

Woolwich

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the clinical team by:

Delivering safe and effective patient care under the supervision of practice nurses and GPs.

Conducting basic clinical procedures, such as venepuncture, ECGs, and health checks.

Assisting with the management of chronic disease reviews.

Supporting patients with lifestyle advice and preventative care.

Handling specimens and diagnostic testing as per clinical guidelines.

Maintaining infection control procedures and ensuring all clinical areas are well-stocked.

Accurately documenting clinical data and patient interactions in electronic records.

The role requires a proactive, caring, and professional approach to patient care, ensuring a high standard of service at all times.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in phlebotomy - Essential
• Experience in conducting ECG's
• Strong communication and patient interaction skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• IT literacy, with experience using EMIS. Understanding of infection control, confidentiality, and safeguarding protolcols.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification/experience).

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP surgery.

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

Layton Medical Centre

Address

200 Kingscote Drive

Blackpool

FY3 7EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Specialist Palliative Care

Pay Band: Band 5, NHS Agenda for Change pay scale

Hours of Work: Monday Friday 37.5 Hours

Base: Whitchurch Hospital Grounds

Duration: Permanent

ORGANISATIONAL ARRANGEMENTS

Accountable to: Clinically to Consultant in Palliative Medicine

Managerially to Consultant in Palliative Medicine and Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist

The post of Palliative Nurse will be community based and will provide as part of a team, specialist, intermediate and generalist palliative care specific to the needs of patients, their carers and families.

KEY FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

To work as a member of a specialist palliative care team and with members of the primary health care team in the community.

To work closely with and to develop professional relationships with health care professionals and other palliative care teams within hospitals, the community and hospices.

To play an active role in the promotion of holistic day-care in the Hospice centre.

To demonstrate excellent clinical skills.

Clinical Practice

Provide assessment of physical and psychological needs of patient, their families and carers.

Advise and liaise with the primary health care team and secondary care team on treatment and care as appropriate

Maintain effective communication with the team within City Hospice, primary health care teams, hospital teams, hospices and other statutory and voluntary organisations

Adhere to NMC Code of Practice

2. Education/Training

Maintain an effective partnership with members of the primary health care team within the community, encouraging development of clinical skills to improve patient care

Participate in formal and informal training/teaching programmes for students, other health care professionals and volunteers

Participate in continuing personal education and other activities to promote own professional development

First Level Registration

Five years Post Registration

3. Self Management

Support the caseload of a Band 6 CNS

Maintain accurate records, assist in the submission of statistical returns and reports as required

Identify priorities and manage time accordingly.

Assist in implementing change effectively in response to clinical/organisational demand

Be aware of, and comply with all policies and procedures within the Charity

Receive appraisals to identify and agree development and training needs and areas of potential improvement in appropriate/adequate service provision.

4. Clinical Governance

Be responsible for identifying potential untoward incidents and act upon appropriately supported by effective documentation

Participate in the development of, revision and monitoring of clinical policies and guidelines

Ensure own professional and clinical supervision needs are identified and negotiated with the CNS Team Lead

To participate in clinical supervision in order to sustain and develop professional practice

5. Research Audit

Identify priorities and manage time accordingly Assist in implementing change effectively in response to clinical/organisational demands

6. Health & Safety

To take the required care of your own Health & Safety and that of any other person affected by your acts or omissions in a professional context

To take the required steps to safeguard the welfare, health & safety of all staff, volunteers, patients and visitors according to CH policy.

7. City Hospice Development

Actively promote CH and its activities to patients, their families and carers and others Contribute to fundraising efforts.

8. Freedom to Act

Professional accountability to Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist and Consultant in Palliative Medicine

Work within the guidance of City Hospice policies and procedures

To work within the National Guidelines of NICE and relevant national government policies.

9. Physical Effort

Applies relevant manual handling skills/techniques.

10. Mental Effort

Ability to concentrate and complete tasks despite frequent interruptions.

Ability to respond to constant unpredictable events and interruptions, e.g. patients fluctuating conditions.

11. Emotional Effort

Ability to deal with distressing or emotional circumstances Imparting bad news

Helping patients and their families to understand the reality of the situation

Ability to deal with distressed and angry relatives

Use of reflection

12.Working Conditions

Working in the community throughout Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan

Office based work using VDU daily at base in City Hospice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• FIRST LEVEL REGISTRATION.
• FIVE YEARS POST REGISTRATION.
• EXPERIENCE OF WORKING AUTONOMOUSLY, AS WELL AS PART OF A TEAM.
• CAR OWNER/DRIVER

Experience

Desirable

• PREVIOUS COMMUNITY OR PALLIATIVE CARE 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.

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

City Hospice

Address

Grounds of Whitchurch Hospital

Park Road, Whitchurch

Cardiff

S Glamorgan

CF14 7BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you have the drive to foster a culture of continuous improvement for yourself and others and have the motivation to push pharmacy to the forefront of delivering high quality patient care, then Hywel Dda is the perfect place for you to take the next step in your career.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

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

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

Interviews will be held on 13/10/2026.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Master's degree in Pharmacy
• Registered Pharmacist with GPhC.
• Post-graduate diploma/MSc in clinical pharmacy or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Independent Prescriber

Desirable

• Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP)
• Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS)
• Membership of specialist body e.g. UKCPA

Experience

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of medicines management systems and processes in an integrated NHS
• Specialist knowledge of own field of practice gained through diploma level training and experience
• Relevant clinical experience and knowledge

Desirable

• Demonstrate specialist knowledge in more than one field preferably in primary care
• Practice Research Experience
• Training and education of pharmacy staff and other Health Care Professionals
• Experience of managing change
• Experience of service improvement

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Cardigan Integrated Care Centre

Cardigan

SA43 1JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in the provision of an efficient and effective Portering and Security Service to all Wards and Departments in accordance with established procedures. For a more detailed job description, please see attached

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Good Literacy skills

Desirable

• Health & Safety Training
• Manual Handling Training

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience in working with a large Team
• Experience of working with the general public

Desirable

• Experience of working within an NHS environment

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work as a team member and prioritise tasks
• Good communication skills - to be able to interact effectively with the public and colleagues
• Have appropriate skills to diffuse and de-escalate aggressive behaviour in patients and the public

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

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Great Yarmouth

NR31 6LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Standard GP role with a mix of telephone and face to face appointments as well as assisting with triaging patient enquiries.

Initial 3 month contract with potential to continue.

Feel free to get in touch with the Practice Manager for an informal chat or to arrange to speak with one of the GP Partners for more information or to answer any questions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully UK qualified General Practitioner on the UK Performers' list.

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

Redfern Health Centre

Address

Shadycombe Road

Salcombe

Devon

TQ8 8DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be able to undertake a variety of duties including face to face surgery, telephone and e-consultations, triage calls, medicine management and associated paperwork. Expected to undertake all normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified General Practitioner Up-to-date full GMC registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in primary care Experience of working in a GP practice

Desirable

• We welcome applications from experienced GPs as well as those recently qualified.

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

Stuart Crescent Medical Practice

Address

8 Stuart Crescent

London

N22 5NJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.stuartcrescenthealthcentre.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 and Knowledge

Essential

• Law Degree (or equivalent) or equivalent CILEX qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an office environment

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to communicate in all formats.
• Ability to prioritise and organise own work
• Ability to recognise own capabilities
• Ability to liaise and communicate with both internal and external personnel at all levels confidently.

Desirable

• Evidence of excellent client care skills

Other

Essential

• Welsh language skills are essential for this role. Applicants must have Welsh speaking and listening skills at Level 3 (Intermediate/B1 CEFR). This means being able to communicate confidently in responding to enquiries in Welsh.

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

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Companies House

Crown Way

CARDIFF

CF14 3UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• Must understand basic requirements for personalised and individualised care
• Recognition of a person's right for privacy and dignity

Desirable

• Awareness of Safeguarding issues

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Care Certificate
• Apprenticeship Level 3 in Care or equivalent vocational experience

Further Training

Essential

• Ability to attend 3 day clinical induction
• Committed to attending further training and development as identified

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate clear and robust verbal and written English communication skills
• Experience of working as a team
• Previous care work experience
• Previous face-to-face customer care experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in a hospital setting

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Flexible approach
• Able to work flexibly on a varied shift pattern according to the roster including nights and weekends

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

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's Mill Hospital

Sutton Road

Mansfield

NG17 4JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Performing 12 Lead ECGs and has a skilled knowledge of ECG interpretation.
• Independently and confidently perform ECGs, ambulatory monitoring, analyses result and provides a comprehensive and accurate report to enable clinical decisions to be made regarding patient treatment.
• Responsible for acting as lead for Exercise ECG testing.
• To be fully conversant with emergency arrest procedures including defibrillation.
• To be part of the Cardiac Cath labs, be expert in routine invasive procedures, including diagnostic angiograms, PCI and primary PCI. Participate in training for EP cases and ablations.
• To be an active part of the 24/7 on call catheter lab team and part of a weekend rota for inpatient work.
• Skilled knowledge in Pacemaker implantation to include VVI and DDD implants.
• Working towards performing a transthoracic Echocardiogram to BSE minimum standards and producing a report to the BSE minimum dataset.

• Act as assistant in TOE (Transoesophageal Echo).
• Experience in the follow up of Reveal devices including remote monitoring and provides comprehensive and accurate report to enable clinical decisions to be made regarding patient treatment. .
• Be competent in the follow up of VVI and DDD pacemakers, working towards follow up of specialised devices.
• Perform remote follow up of Bradycardia pacemakers, working towards more complex devices.
• Have or working towards professional registration.

Management and leadership

• To supervise Band 5 Cardiac Physiologists and Assistant Technical officer staff groups.
• Work towards leadership development.

For further details and person specification please refer tothe Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in BSc Clinical Physiology or equivalent.
• Working towards BSE/BHRS or accredited.
• Have or working towards professional accreditation.
• Intermediate life support certification.

Experience

Essential

• Experience as working as a Band 5 within a clinical cardiology environment.
• Experience in all routine clinical Cardiac physiological testing invasive and non-invasive Cardiology.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Flexible.
• Organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload.
• Strong interpersonal 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.

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

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Address

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Cosham

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

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

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent training in a relevant field
• Experience or knowledge of employability or the labour market
• Team orientated and works collaboratively within a mixed-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Role specific experience of 2 years
• Trained in / knowledge of IPS approach
• Level 3 Diploma in Employability Services Sector Qualification

Job specific experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people with mental health problems or a similar client group within health, social services or the voluntary sector
• Experience of partnership working, negotiation and liaison work with other stake holders and agencies

Desirable

• Experience of working within mental health services
• Previous experience of delivering a service using the IPS model

Personal qualities/attributes

Essential

• Excellent Organisational skills
• Ability to manage own time effectively and independently
• Natural ability to build close trusting and productive relationships with people
• Highly motivated with a genuine belief that employment will help the recovery of someone with a mental health condition

Desirable

• Lived experience / experience of recovery from a mental health condition

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Dorset

West Dorset

West Dorset

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.

We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Application Completion

Essential

• Willingness to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional qualification in any of the following: Youth & Community (JNC) Social Work (QSW) SEND Nursing (NMC)
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree, postgraduate knowledge supplemented by specialist training, experience, and short courses.
• Advocacy experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Knowledge of statutory and voluntary organisations
• Excellent knowledge of Safeguarding Children/ Adults at Risk guidance/legislation/ initiatives
• Knowledge of anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities
• Knowledge of the legal framework for information sharing
• Aware of legal issues relating to violence and abuse

Desirable

• Understanding of Early Years and Child Development Understanding (completed Training) around mental health issues Safeguarding adults and/or children Level 3 training
• Domestic Abuse training Evidence of training relevant to Trauma Informed Practice and Adverse Childhood Experiences
• Knowledge of local partner agencies and Third Sector services

Knowledge , Training & Experience

Essential

• Experience with working with multi agencies including police, health and/or education
• Experience of working in a youth/community setting that has been affected by youth crime
• Proven experience of working with young people 'at risk'
• Quality focused in all aspects of work.
• Experience of mentoring / supporting young people
• Experience of delivering individual or group based support
• Experience and understanding of children within their family context

Desirable

• A knowledge or experience of how hospitals work / function
• A good understanding of or resident in the Humberside area
• Lived experience' of the challenges and circumstances leading to youth violence
• Experience in research and development of practice
• Experience in audit and monitoring processes

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Expertise in working within a multi-disciplinary and multiagency framework
• Knowledge of adult and/or child protection and safeguarding practices
• Knowledge of health and safety
• Advanced personal, social and communication skills, both written and oral
• Able to build positive rapport with people of all ages
• Able to work on own initiative
• Able to function in diverse settings and with a wide range of professional agencies
• Organisational, administrative, and data recording
• IT literate, use of MS Office

Desirable

• Report writing and data monitoring
• Presentation skills
• Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance

Special Attributes and other

Essential

• Shows empathy and compassion towards others - a natural disposition to put yourself in someone else's shoes. Sees and treats others as individuals (patient, families, colleagues) and treats people with dignity and respect.
• Shows resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough.
• Motivated to use initiative to recognise problems and seek solutions whilst understanding the importance of empowering and enabling others (patients, families, colleagues).
• Willing to seek out learning, give and accept constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement
• The ability to travel to different sites in a timely manner
• Flexible approach to changes in circumstance and able to work unsocial hours
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, young people and children.

Desirable

• Full driving license

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

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

North Lincolnshire & Goole Hospitals

Cliff Gardens

Scunthorpe

DN15 7BH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality patient care, perform comprehensive assessments, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with our medical staff. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients lives while working within a supportive and professional environment. The position is paid and requires a commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services. Supportive GP-led team environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• - MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent qualification)
• - Independent Non-Medical Prescribing qualification (V300)
• - Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• - Competence in history taking, clinical assessment, and decision-making

Desirable

• - Postgraduate modules in minor illness / minor injury management
• - Qualification or training in long-term condition management (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD)
• - Experience or certification in primary care / GP surgery
• - Teaching, mentoring, or leadership qualification

Experience

Essential

• - Experience of working within a nursing team
• - Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients

Desirable

• - Experience of working in a GP practice

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

Stuart Crescent Medical Practice

Address

8 Stuart Crescent

London

N22 5NJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.

We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Application Completion

Essential

• ALL sections of application form FULLY completed

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education to GCSE level or equivalent, including Maths and English Language.
• Excellent keyboard skills

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Administration of equivalent

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing a service to patients or customers
• Experience of using electronic systems
• Experience of Microsoft Office products
• Working knowledge within the General Data Protection Regulations 2018
• Team Working

Desirable

• Previous NHS administration experience
• Experience of conflict resolution

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Good Organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Team working
• Knowledge of, and adherence to, General Data Protection Regulations 2018
• Excellent keyboard skills
• Knowledge of clinical pathways
• Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of media
• Proven experience of working to deadlines
• Problem solving abilities and use of own initiative.
• Proactive and able to work on own initiative

Desirable

• Knowledge of Lorenzo
• Ability to prioritise and allocate the team workload.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Good understanding of the NHS Agenda

Special Attributes and other

Essential

• Professional
• Caring
• Honest
• Accountable
• Responsible attitude

Other Requirements

Essential

• Interested in personal development.
• Flexible approach to hours and conditions

Desirable

• Willingness to travel to other sites

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

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are considering applying for an internal secondment, please ensure you have discussed this with your line manager and obtained their support prior to submitting your application.

Please be aware that there is no guarantee that you will be released from your substantive post, so you should seek approval before applying as you are applying or a Secondment.

If you have any questions or require further guidance, please contact the Recruitment Team.

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

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Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

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Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.

Person Specification

Education, Training and Qualifications CPD Requirements

Essential

• Two A levels or equivalent
• GCSE English Language & Mathematics at Grade C and above or equivalent.
• NHS Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist or similar counter fraud qualification acceptable to NHS Counter Fraud Authority (ie only requiring completion of their conversion course) eg Professionalism in Security (PINS)

Desirable

• Degree

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in Proven Counter Fraud
• Demonstrable practical experience of undertaking fraud investigations
• Demonstrable experience of providing evidence at disciplinary hearings
• Demonstrable experience of presenting findings from investigations at Director level within client organisations

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS commissioner and provider organisational anti-crime related issues
• Familiarity with relevant anti-crime related legislation
• Detailed understanding of the principles of confidentiality and data protection issues and their impact on anti-crime work

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Demonstrable IT knowledge and skills, particularly use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• To be able to demonstrate Analytical skills and the ability to collate and analyse data from different sources
• To be able to demonstrate excellent organisation skills and work prioritisation

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stapleford Care Centre

Church Street

Stapleford

NG9 8DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

• To work as an autonomous practitioner, you will undertake comprehensive assessments to identify and meet the health needs for Individuals under the care of community beds as well as support with their general assessments and rehabilitation goals.
• To carry out profession specific, and holistic, assessments, care plans and evaluation as required.

• To assist the multi-disciplinary team to plan and develop a goal focused rehabilitation/reablement programme for adults with a wide variety of complex physical and mental health needs while individuals are having a period of assessment and facilitate their discharge to an appropriate setting.

• To be responsible for continuing the ongoing development of high standards of clinical practice with evidence based focus.
• To work as required within the Community Beds team across our sites, liaising with patients, families and Social services to assessing individuals

Dimensions

• Responsible for Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment for a defined clinical caseload appropriate to the service area.
• Able to fulfil physical demands of role, including manual handling applications.
• Will be required to travel city-wide for client visits, meetings and training.
• To participate in rehabilitation treatment programmes with the MDT
• To carry out training of other members of staff.
• Support senior colleagues with the facilitation of student placements.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

1. To support the Team Manager in implementing and evaluating targets and objectives to assist in the ongoing development of the whole service.

2. To advise the Team Manager in relation to clinical needs of the client group.

3. To take delegated responsibility for management duties as required.

4. To ensure the health & safety of self and others at all times in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and City Care policy and procedures.

5. To use information technology on a daily basis and participate in identified data collection and statistics and to maintain clear, concise and timely records in line with the service policy.

6. To demonstrate flexibility, prioritise effectively and time manage self, supporting others to do the same. Be able to delegate appropriately.

7. To participate in the Lone Worker Tracking procedure as applies to the team.

8. To act as duty clinician for the process of referrals

9. To undertake any other duties which may be reasonably required

Clinical Skills

1. To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your work, including the management of clients in your care. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the clients.
2. To gain valid informed consent and to identify through assessment clients who lack capacity. To work within a legal framework with clients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment.
3. To undertake advanced comprehensive assessment and evaluation of adults presenting with a wide variety of complex physical and mental health needs, utilising a high level of investigative and analytical skills.
4. To be responsible for carrying a client caseload and to provide highly specialist clinical reasoning in assessing, devising and evaluating individualised rehabilitation programmes with clients. Including completing Nursing care needs such as wound management, catheter care, stoma care management.
5. To be responsible for coordinating the safe and timely discharge process from community beds.
6. To risk assess, advise and where appropriate provide equipment including teaching clients / carers in its use.
7. To provide highly specialist advice, education and mentorship to the other staff and colleagues within the Reablement team and other multi-professional teams around current best practice and evidence based practice regarding the clinical management of clients. To drive quality, clinical service improvement and clinical excellence.
8. To be responsible for own continuing professional development keeping abreast of new trends and developments. Attend relevant conferences and training courses, supporting junior staff to do the same. Incorporate new developments into clinical practice.
9. To participate in the supervision framework as a supervisee and a supervisor, including the appraisal process. To be able to set own objectives and evaluate own learning and that of more junior staff.
10. To be a clinical educator for undergraduate students on University placements, supervising, educating and measuring their performance against the standards set by the degree level qualification.
11. To undertake CityCares Holistic Worker Framework competencies.

Professional

1. To work to your Code of Professional Conduct.
2. To maintain a high standard of care to clients and carers including accurate and detailed documentation.
3. To be responsible for own Continuing Professional Development maintaining an up to date portfolio.
4. To facilitate and carry out 1:1 and group education and training to colleagues and junior staff to improve knowledge and practice.
5. To contribute to Clinical Governance agenda and apply Risk Management strategies.
6. To contribute to implementation of service development and change as appropriate.

Policy

• To be actively involved in Clinical Governance, implement policies and proposing practice changes.
• To comply with organisations Lone Working Policy and local team guidelines at all times when working alone.

Planning and Organisation

• To be responsible for own time and caseload management.
• To liaise effectively with other professionals and agencies to enhance rehabilitation within the boundaries of Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC and Social Care.
• To use information technology on a daily basis to record information and statistics, to aid communication and produce reports.
• To ensure the Health and Safety of staff and clients at all times in accordance with Health and Safety legislation, Trust policy and procedures.
• To undertake any other duties which may be reasonably required.

Training

• To comply with and complete statutory and mandatory training in line with Nottingham CityCare Partnership policy.
• To attend training events as appropriate to support your continuing professional development.

• To maintain a continuing professional development portfolio identifying learning objectives.

• To actively participate in your own supervision, annual performance review and personal development plan.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of rehabilitation with adults
• Community experience
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of supervising junior, unqualified staff and students

Desirable

• Experience working within intermediate care services
• Experience of working with clients with mental health needs

Skills & Attributes

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of wide range of approaches in the management of complex long term conditions.
• Ability to carry out comprehensive assessments and the development and evaluation of treatment plans
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to involve individuals in a person-centred approach to care.

Desirable

• Advanced clinical reasoning skills.
• SystmOne and IT experience.

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapist Qualification
• Professional Registration

Desirable

• Evidence of further Professional Development
• Leadership qualification
• Mentor/assessor training

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service
• Ability to be flexible over working weekend and bank holidays shifts
• Full driving licence and the ability to travel between locations, access to own vehicle for work purposes with business insurance

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

Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC

Address

Aspect House, Aspect Business Park

26 Bennerley Road

Bulwell

Nottinghamshire

NG6 8WR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Deliver chronic disease management clinics (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD and hypertension).
• Undertake cervical screening in line with the NHS Cervical Screening Programme.
• Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations under PGDs/PSDs.
• Provide wound care, dressings, venepuncture, NHS Health Checks, and other agreed clinical procedures.
• Promote health and wellbeing through patient education and preventative care.
• Maintain accurate patient records using EMIS Web and ensure high standards of clinical documentation.
• Support the achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other contractual requirements.
• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement and infection prevention and control activities.
• Work collaboratively with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team, referring patients appropriately and contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development and mandatory training, practising in accordance with the NMC Code, NICE guidance and CQC standards.
• providing advice about contraception
• providing emergency first aid and treatment
• giving advice, education and information about health conditions and ailments, stopping smoking and losing weight
• taking patient samples, swabs and specimens, and checking pulses, temperatures and blood pressures
• writing records and keeping patients notes up to date
• Running and completing clinical audits

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• - Experience working as a Registered Nurse within a primary care or community healthcare setting.
• - Experience delivering a range of practice nursing services, including health reviews, vaccinations, cervical screening and wound care.
• - Experience managing patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma, COPD and cardiovascular disease.
• - Experience undertaking clinical assessments and recognising when escalation or referral is required.
• - Experience maintaining accurate clinical records and using electronic clinical systems (e.g. EMIS Web).
• - Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• - Experience supporting quality improvement, clinical audits and meeting NHS contractual requirements.
• - Experience promoting health education, prevention and self-management with patients.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Adult Nursing).
• Recognised Practice Nurse qualification or relevant primary care nursing experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Cervical Cytology qualification.
• Immunisation and Vaccination training.

Desirable

• Independent Nurse Prescriber qualification (V300)

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

Stuart Crescent Medical Practice

Address

8 Stuart Crescent

London

N22 5NJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is an experienced nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice. The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required. In order to work at this level NMC requirements for advanced practice must be met. We are looking for up to full time hours.

Key responsibilities

Clinical practice

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis

Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate)

Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan

Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice

Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care

Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care

Communication

Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment

Communicate with and support patients who are receiving bad news

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating

Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication

Maintain effective communication within the practice environment and with external stakeholders

Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues

Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance (eg PALS) and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate

Delivering a quality service

Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC. Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures

Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality

Deliver care according to NICE guidelines and evidence-based care

Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation

Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities

Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluating the quality of the work of self and the team, implementing improvements where required

In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate

Evaluate patients response to health care provision and the effectiveness of care

Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation

Use a structured framework (eg root-cause analysis) to manage, review and identify learning from patient complaints, clinical incidents and near-miss events

Assess the impact of policy implementation on care delivery

Understand and apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable patients health procedures and local guidance

Professional Role

Promote evidence based practice through the use of the latest research based guidelines and the development of Practice based research.

Monitor the effectiveness of their own clinical practice through the quality assurance strategies such as the use of audit and peer review.

Maintain their professional registration.

Participate in continuing professional development opportunities to ensure that up to date evidence-based knowledge and competence in all aspects of the role is maintained.

Work within the latest NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Record accurate consultation data in patients records in accordance with the latest NMC guidance and other pertinent standards.

Keep up to date with pertinent health related policy and work with the Practice Team to consider the impact and strategies for implementation.

Work collaboratively with colleagues within and external to the Practice.

Pro-actively promote the role of the NP within the Practice, and externally to key stakeholders and agencies.

Leadership personal and people development

Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and acting as a positive role mode

Utilising personal development reviews for self and nurses in order to improve performance

Support staff development in order to maximise potential

Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work

Enlist support and influence stakeholders and decision-makers in order to bring about new developments in the provision of services

Take a lead role in planning and implementing changes within the area of care and responsibility

Contribute to the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards

Market the role of the advanced nurse practitioner in general practice

Team working

Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time

Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working

Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence

Create clear referral mechanisms to meet patient need

Prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team

Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery

Discuss, highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care

Manage and lead on the delivery of specifically identified services or projects as agreed with the practice management team

Agree plans and outcomes by which to measure success

Management of risk

Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients

Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines

Apply infection-control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines

Advocate for policies that reduce environmental health risks, are culturally sensitive and increase access to health care for all

Interpret national strategies and policies into local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values and culture of general practice

Managing information

Use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring of care, presenting and communicating information

Review and process data using accurate Read codes in order to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoring and audit processes

Manage information searches using the internet and local library databases

Understand responsibility of self and others to the practice and primary care trust regarding the Freedom and Information Act

Learning and development

Undertake mentorship for more junior staff, assessing competence against set standards

Disseminate learning and information gained to other team members in order to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments (eg courses and conferences)

Assess own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate

Provide an educational role to patients, carers, families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning

Equality and diversity

Identify patterns of discrimination and take action to overcome this and promote diversity and equality of opportunity

Enable others to promote equality and diversity in a non-discriminatory culture

Support people who need assistance in exercising their rights

Monitor and evaluate adherence to local chaperoning policies

Act as a role model in the observance of equality and diversity good practice

Accept the rights of individuals to choose their care providers, participate in care and refuse care

Assist patients from marginalised groups to access quality care

Undertake any training required in order to meet the needs of the practice

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing degree or equivalent experience
• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Evidence of immunisation training and assessment of competence in last 2 years
• 6 months relevant experience working in a primary care environment in the last 2 years
• Immunisations (flu, routine, childhood, B12, travel)
• Wound Care / Treatment of small injuries / Removal of sutures & staples
• Womens health (Cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)
• Dressings
• Diabetes review
• Hypertension
• Cardiovascular disease primary prevention
• Coronary Heart Disease
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
• Understanding of Extended brief interventions (NICE guidelines)
• Cytology certificates
• Travel medicine
• ECGs
• Venepuncture
• Asthma/COPD
• Spirometry
• Understands the requirement for PGDs and associated policy

Desirable

• Mental Health
• New patient medicals
• Chaperone procedure
• Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
• Understands the importance of evidence-based practice
• Broad knowledge of clinical governance
• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
• Awareness of issues within the wider health arena
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a nursing team
• Experience of working in a GP practice
• Experience of working in 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.

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

Woodside Medical Practice

Address

Wensley Green

Woodside

Telford

Shropshire

TF7 5NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.woodside-medical-practice.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities1. STORES AND DISTRIBUTION Print off or fill stock requisitions for other pharmacy locations orwards/clinical areas of the hospital/outside units. To be able to prioritise, organise and plan daily workload to meet servicerequirements and acting as team lead to ensure work is completed on thedistribution and good receipt areas equitably Participate in the topping up of stock drugs to wards and other clinical areasagainst a predefined stock list. Providing feedback to ward pharmacist / MMT staff on ward stock includingareas of overstock or increased need. Issue stock items to wards/clinical areas via the pharmacy computer system. Perform repetitive lifting of pharmaceutical products and transport boxesaccording to Health & Safety principles. Unpack, check, count, handle, book in and put away deliveries receivedinto the pharmacy store in an accurate manner. Match deliveries received against paperwork and query any discrepancies(with the supplier or pharmacy procurement staff where relevant). Assist with stock control including expiry date checking on a regular basis Daily stock checks completed - and discrepancies are investigated, stockrotation and returns accurately. Empty returned ward boxes and return stock (via the pharmacy computersystem) or dispose of unsuitable pharmaceuticals where relevant andaccording to procedure. Ensure all pharmaceutical products are stored securely and meet safecustody requirements. Assist in monitoring of all aspects of stores where necessary (includingcold store temperatures). File all records appropriately and according to procedure. To assist and maintain procedures and contribute to the development of theservice Escalate any medicines shortage issues on the wards or in stores, to theappropriate person. Monitor and investigate discrepancies. Maintain major incident box stock including expiries and change to contents wheninstructedSenior Rotational Pharmacy Assistant Job Description Jan 2025 Page 15 General housekeeping and troubleshooting of ROWA For medical gas cylinders perform a physical count and report this to thepurchasing office for the 2 medical gas cylinder stores on site2. DISPENSARY Ensure dispensary areas are kept clean and tidy and shelves/other relevant areasare cleaned according to the department schedule. Ensure dispensary areas are sufficiently stocked with all sundries (leaflets, cards,bottles, bags). Filing prescriptions and other paperwork and archiving as required. Undertake labelling and dispensing duties according to procedure. Perform all necessary logging in of inpatient and discharge prescriptions andrecord logging out times for relevant parts of the dispensing process using PatientTracker System. Assist in ensuring dispensary workload is managed in order, or according to priorityusing the Patient Tracker System. Hand out and dispense prescriptions where necessary according to procedure. Answer the telephone promptly and courteously, referring relevant calls efficientlywhere necessary. To have a working knowledge of all relevant pharmacy systems: JAC, TMS (PatientTracking System) and Cerner. Dispense in the Inpatient Dispensary. General housekeeping and troubleshooting of ROWA Carry out monitoring and recording of dispensary fridge and ambient temperatures Stock control management including putting stock away received from stores,rotating stock/checking expiries where relevant and performing stock controlcounts. Sort, count, compile and, where relevant, dispose of unsuitable medication returns.Senior Rotational Pharmacy Assistant Job Description Jan 2025 Page 163. OTHER Participation in weekend/Bank Holiday and other department rotas in accordancewith the needs of the service. Participation in annual appraisals/PDP and performance review initiatives of theTrust. Undertake all statutory and mandatory training and relevant updates in accordancewith Trust requirements. Participation in other training initiatives to meet individual and departmentalrequirements relevant to the post and the pharmacy service. Complies with all other departmental and Trust policies. Undertakes any other duties required by the section/team leaders, principalpharmacists or the Chief PharmacistThis job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of theservice. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder andhis/her manager.All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure.You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledgelevel. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior member ofstaff

Person Specification

GCSE maths and english

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) grade 4 and above

Desirable

• Pharmacy 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level Registration
• Experience within an acute trust within a medicine setting
• Completed or undertaking a first level degree in Nursing/ Health Studies
• Teaching qualification - accredited mentorship module/SSSA qualification
• Understanding of Quality Governance and its application
• Working knowledge of Trust and National Nursing initiatives
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Evidence of previous teaching experience both informal and forma

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of a high level of nursing practice - uses evidence based practice to support patient care delivery
• Credible clinical role model who is committed to improving standards and patient care
• Evidence of leadership qualities
• Demonstrates record of achievement in changing and developing practice

Desirable

• Leadership Course
• Band 6 or comparable experience to include completion of the senior band 5 competency pack
• Demonstration of autonomous practice
• Evidence of networking across professional boundaries

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication, liaison and interpersonal skills both written and verbal
• Evidence of being a Reflective Practitioner
• Highly motivated
• Work cross site as and when required

Communication

Essential

• Demonstrate excellent written communication skills
• Effective listening skills
• Demonstrates a non-judgemental, holistic approach

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Bretton Gate

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will support the Deputy Director of Site Operations and the Site Senior Lead in the delivery of strategic and operational objectives. A key component of this is supporting the site and staff in meeting relevant access standards. The post holder supports all staff working out of hours to ensure the safe and effective use of resources to provide quality patient care.

The role works autonomously, with the support of on call senior managers and directors to ensure timely escalation and action on all issues to provide maintenance of acute services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN/RMN/RM/RNLD/AHP Registered
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Experience

Essential

• Senior nursing/AHP experience at band 7 or above
• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Desirable

• Demonstrable and substantial management responsibilities
• Evidence of complex problem solving and decision making ability

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates the ability to interpret and utilise information effectively to communicate, influence and achieve operational or strategic objectives
• Knowledge of current health policy, and highly developed interpersonal skills
• Clearly able to understand the ever changing needs of a busy hospital, with good understanding of local needs

Skills

Essential

• Sound clinical reasoning & decision making
• Effective and efficient communicator at all levels and in highly complex, challenging situations

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital and Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Bretton Gate or Hinchingbrooke Park Road

Peterborough or Huntingdon

PE3 9GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of either mechanical, electrical or building fabric maintenance of buildings services
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety issues in connection with the Construction Industry.
• Previous experience of either mechanical, electrical or building fabric maintenance work experience.
• Experience of working within a customer-focused repairs and maintenance service.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a team and in a commercial environment.
• Experience of working with a range of portable tools, small plant, ladders and equipment to enable duties of the job to be carried out.
• Previous years NHS 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).

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Reception:

• Provide a customer focused reception service for all patients and visitors attending the area dealing with all patients or visitors in an efficient, polite and courteous manner dealing with all patients queries where possible and directing them accordingly
• Ensure the reception areas are always mannedInteract with patients and relatives in a sensitive and empathetic manner
• Process all follow up appointments as patients leave the department in line guidelines, escalating any capacity concerns.
• Record appointments agreed in community settings on the system within 24 working hours
• Assist patients to locate their relatives who are current inpatients
• Assist patients to use the electronic check in service updating demographics where necessary

This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and his/her manager.All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior member of staff.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
• English & Mathematics GCSE or equivalent

Desirable

• Able to use hospital patient administration system

Experience

Essential

• Previous clerical experience including computer use
• Experience of working within a customer-driven service
• Experience of front of house (Reception)

Desirable

• Working in NHS or other health environment

Personal Skills

Essential

• Be able to prioritise your workload
• Be friendly and smile at all times when greeting visitors/patients
• Be a good team player

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• PC skills
• Ability to work under supervision as part of a team
• Good organisational skills in order to plan and prioritise workload Willing to learn new systems
• Ability to communicate clearly and politely with a wide range of people including the general public and work colleagues at all levels.
• Knowledge of filing systems
• Able to file accurately and pay 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1. To offer advice to managers and staff on the interpretation and application of terms and conditions of service and contractual issues, policies and best practice, ensuring accurate and consistent interpretation and application, where there may be a range of options.

2. To provide expert professional advice and support to managers in dealing with employee relations issues providing guidance in casework involving discipline, capability, grievance, and the management of sickness absence ensuring that practice complies with Trust policies and procedures, are fairly and consistently applied, and that good practice is maintained.

3. To coach staff and managers in Human Resources issues where appropriate, ensuring that all advice is accurate and compliant with Trust policies, the law and good practice, and to support the L&OD team, where relevant, in the creation and quality assurance of relevant training content.

4. To provide administrative and analytical support to preparation work for employment tribunals and relevant legal disputes.

5.Provide employment relations advice on disciplinary and grievance processes and work alongside Investigating Officers to ensure investigations are carried out in a fair and timely manner

6. To support the management of change within the organisation, including involvement in the handling and co-ordination of redeployment matters, consultation with staff and trade union representatives, counselling and assisting with redeployment initiatives, ensuring that change is implemented smoothly.

7. To undertake project work, ensuring that the aims and objectives and high standards are met and that the Trust makes effective use of its resources.

8.To participate, as required, in the design and delivery of training and development events for managers and staff on People policies and procedures.

9. To have the ability to build credibility with managers and staff using effective interpersonal skills

10. To be able to communicate HR protocols and procedures to managers in a manner that enhances the HR function

11. To be proactive and use your initiative effectively and demonstrate a positive and logical approach to problem solving

12. Any other duties, which fall within the general scope of the job description and band.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• CIPD level 5 or above or equivalent qualification or experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates sound and up to date knowledge of UK employment law
• Understands the importance of confidentiality, data protection and information governance
• Good understanding of HR best practice
• Able to use HR databases and information systems
• Good analytical skills with the ability to provide excellent management information as required
• Proficient in the use of IT packages including Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including verbal reasoning, presentation skills, influencing & persuasion skills.
• Able to analyse, review and write complex case reports
• Demonstrates the abilities necessary to develop strong working relationships, be an effective team member as well as the ability to work on own initiative
• Good organisation skills and planning skills
• Evidence of using initiative and "thinking outside the box

Desirable

• Good working knowledge of NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions of employment
• Knowledge of the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) System

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a HR Advisory role
• Experience of advising managers on how to deal with the full range of complex employee relations, e.g. grievance, sickness, performance management, disciplinary, flexible working requests etc.
• Demonstrable experience of managing a large ER caseload in a pressurised environment
• Previous experience of interpreting terms and conditions of employment
• Experience of the design, delivery and presentation of HR training programmes for managers
• Experience of communicating and providing advice effectively to colleagues and managers at all levels

Desirable

• Relevant Sector Experience
• Previous experience of policy review, development and implementation
• Experience of advising managers on organisational change issues

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Bretton Gate

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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