Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

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General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

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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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Epsom

Surrey

KT19 0EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Desirable

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Guildford

Surrey

GU3 1LR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Desirable

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Woking

Surrey

GU21 5SB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a 6-or-12-month post in the Emergency Department. This is excellent opportunity to be signed off for adult competencies.The department is a Level 1 Major Trauma Centre for both adults and children and fully accredited for Paediatric Emergency Medicine training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full registration with GMC
• MRCEM

Desirable

• Relevant parts of post-graduate diplomas
• ATLS, ALS, APLS (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Significant qualification work in acute or emergency specialties

Desirable

• Previous ED experience
• Relevant procedural skills
• Research experience or publications

Skills

Essential

• Teaching and training skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Desirable

• IT skills: Powerpoint, Excel etc
• Good organisational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Desirable

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 2AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

At Avery Healthcare, exceptional care starts with strong leadership, robust clinical governance and a commitment to continuous improvement.

As our Operational Care Quality Partner, youll support care homes across the South Division to improve quality, strengthen performance and deliver sustainable outcomes for residents. This is a highly visible, hands-on role supporting homes that may be without a General Manager, welcoming new leadership or requiring focused improvement.

If youre an experienced clinical leader who is passionate about raising standards and developing others, wed love to hear from you.

About the role

Youll work alongside Regional Directors, General Managers and care teams to assess performance, identify priorities and implement effective improvement plans.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead care quality and clinical improvements across supported homes.
• Assess underperforming services and implement measurable improvement plans.
• Strengthen clinical governance, including oversight of risk, incidents and resident outcomes.
• Support regulatory compliance, CQC inspection readiness and post-inspection actions.
• Coach and support nurses, managers and care teams.
• Support serious complaint and event investigations, ensuring learning is shared.
• Travel across the division and respond flexibly to urgent operational needs.

About You

You will:

• Be a qualified nurse with current NMC registration.
• Have substantial experience managing or supporting care home operations.
• Have multi-site or regional experience.
• Demonstrate a track record of improving quality, compliance and service performance.
• Have strong knowledge of CQC requirements and clinical governance.
• Hold a Level 5 qualification in Health and Social Care Management or be willing to work towards it.
• Be an influential, resilient and adaptable leader.
• Be able to travel extensively across the division, including at short notice.

About Avery

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please Note

This role requires

• extensive travel
• current NMC registration
• proof of eligibility to work in the UK and a DBS Disclosure check funded by Avery Healthcare.

This advert may be withdrawn before the advertised closing date depending on application volumes and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified nurse with current NMC registration. Substantial experience managing or supporting care home operations. Multi-site or regional experience. Track record of improving quality, compliance, and service performance. Strong knowledge of CQC requirements and clinical governance. Level 5 qualification in Health and Social Care Management or willingness to work towards it. Influential, resilient, and adaptable leader. Ability to travel extensively across the division.

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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

South Region

GU227SY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

At Avery Healthcare, exceptional care starts with strong leadership, robust clinical governance and a commitment to continuous improvement.

As our Operational Care Quality Partner, youll support care homes across the North Division to improve quality, strengthen performance and deliver sustainable outcomes for residents. This is a highly visible, hands-on role supporting homes that may be without a General Manager, welcoming new leadership or requiring focused improvement.

If youre an experienced clinical leader who is passionate about raising standards and developing others, wed love to hear from you.

About the role

Youll work alongside Regional Directors, General Managers and care teams to assess performance, identify priorities and implement effective improvement plans.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead care quality and clinical improvements across supported homes.
• Assess underperforming services and implement measurable improvement plans.
• Strengthen clinical governance, including oversight of risk, incidents and resident outcomes.
• Support regulatory compliance, CQC inspection readiness and post-inspection actions.
• Coach and support nurses, managers and care teams.
• Support serious complaint and event investigations, ensuring learning is shared.
• Travel across the division and respond flexibly to urgent operational needs.

About You

You will:

• Be a qualified nurse with current NMC registration.
• Have substantial experience managing or supporting care home operations.
• Have multi-site or regional experience.
• Demonstrate a track record of improving quality, compliance and service performance.
• Have strong knowledge of CQC requirements and clinical governance.
• Hold a Level 5 qualification in Health and Social Care Management or be willing to work towards it.
• Be an influential, resilient and adaptable leader.
• Be able to travel extensively across the division, including at short notice.

About Avery

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please Note

This role requires

• extensive travel
• current NMC registration
• proof of eligibility to work in the UK and a DBS Disclosure check funded by Avery Healthcare.

This advert may be withdrawn before the advertised closing date depending on application volumes and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified nurse with current NMC registration and substantial experience in managing or supporting care home operations. Multi-site or regional experience is preferred, along with a proven track record of improving quality, compliance, and service performance. Strong knowledge of CQC requirements and clinical governance is essential. A Level 5 qualification in Health and Social Care Management is required or the candidate must be willing to work towards it. Leadership qualities, including influence, resilience, and adaptability, are important, as is a willingness to travel extensively across the division at short notice.

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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

North Region

LS62BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant at Winchester Heights Care Home in Hampshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be tosupportand work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open,supportive, andinclusiveenvironment for residents, visitors and staff.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Monitoringthe wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any changeimpactingon care and care plans, ensuring that new needs aremet,and written records are amended to reflect any variation.
• Beinginvolved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing,monitoring,and undertaking monthly evaluations.
• Supporting residents with their medication requirements.
• Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required.
• Actingas a key point for contact with residents, theirrelativesand visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are actedupon,and concerns or complaints are escalated.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, youwill live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidatemust:

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to bothsupporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Beresponsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes. Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Winchester

SO22 5JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.

This is a 20hr part time role

ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.

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

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Trowbridge

BA14 9EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter?

This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality.

Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 260 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open to join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards.

We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work.

NEED TO HAVE

A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP

NEED TO DO

Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team

REWARDS PACKAGE

Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme

If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents; Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent; Experience in helping lead and inspire a team; A good understanding of nutrition; Experience of working with fresh seasonal food; The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home; Good understanding of HACCP

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

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Chinnor

OX39 4EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Pay rate advertised includes bank enhancement

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

ABOUT YOUPeople in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further.

REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme

If you'd like to use your can-do approach and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• No specific qualifications are required beyond having a caring and empathetic nature, being reliable and compassionate, and the ability to handle a variety of tasks. Training will be provided.

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

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Stamford

PE9 3TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to make sure our residents receive quality care and support in the best possible surroundings. By making sure each resident has clean clothing and bedding, you'll be playing your own part in helping everyone to feel comfortable and at home. The role of Laundry Assistant involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. It's a great way to get a sense of what it takes to keep everything running smoothly in our homes and it could open up other opportunities as you develop.

ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Laundry Assistant you'll need a personable approach, good practical skills and determination to provide an exceptional laundry service. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and committed to making a positive difference to our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.

REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme

If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Personable approach, practical skills, reliability, commitment to providing an exceptional laundry service.

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

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Stamford

PE9 3TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

About the role and Akari Care

Akari Care is a trusted provider of personalised nursing and residential care within local communities across England and Wales.

As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, working collaboratively with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives.

Youll assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support.

Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you hadnt guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• CommunIty

If you share our values then we would love to hear from you.

About you

• Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team
• Good communication skills and able to build relationships
• Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated

Whats in it for you

• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Flexible working hours and patterns
• Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
• Fully funded training and development
• An engaging community environment where everyone is respected
• Welfare and wellbeing support

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• The job requires a kind and caring nature with a passion for supporting others. Good communication skills, flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to build relationships are essential. No specific formal qualifications are mentioned, so both experienced carers and those starting a career in care are welcome to apply.

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

Akari Care Limited

Address

Akari Care

North Shields

NE29 6XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you already an experienced Senior Care Assistant or a Care Assistant looking to take the next step within your career? If so, we are looking for exactly the right type of people to be part of our supportive and inclusive community within our homes.

Working alongside the care assistants, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality levels of care to our residents. This includes observing, reviewing, and finalising care planning needs, assisting, and producing ideas for social activities and supporting the training and supervision of junior and new colleagues in an Akari value driven way.

We look to our trusted care teams to create an environment where the atmosphere feels like our residents personal home, for them and their respective visiting family members, which suits all their individual needs.

About you:

• A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach,
• Good communication and relationship building skills,
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice,
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona,
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.

What is in it for you:

• A competitive salary
• Employer Pension contribution of 3%,
• Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes,
• We offer Wage stream - a money management app that you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid,
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays),
• Fully funded training and development,
• Support with personal development plans

Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you had not guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A caring nature, good communication and relationship building skills, flexibility, warm and engaging persona, and respectfulness.

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

Akari Care Limited

Address

Akari Care

Wallsend

NE28 9RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for a diverse caseload of Oncology patients within North Tyneside & Northumberland in a variety of settings including face to face and telephone outpatient clinics, Oncology Day Units at North Tyneside & Hexham General Hospitals, Palliative Care Unit at North Tyneside General Hospital & occasionally within patients own homes if needed. You will also be responsible for an acute caseload within North Tyneside General Hospital, providing care in a variety of speciality wards.

You must be able to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the wider MDT. It is also expected you will contribute to student training and act as a support for our Band 5 Dietitians, Apprentice Dietitians, DAPs, DAs. We encourage participation in regular CPD activities and we hold regular departmental and team meetings including a monthly journal club allowing the opportunity to learn from training, case discussions and peer support.

The post holder is expected to:

• Manage a busy & complex caseload of patients with a variety of Oncological diseases including a caseload of Home Enterally Tube Fed patients & General Acute Inpatients
• Be an active part of the Upper GI Oncology MDT & North East Oncology Group
• Provide regular cover to Oncology Day Units & Palliative Care Unit
• Deliver highly specialised dietetic advice to Oncology patients and their families / carers
• Work in a strategic manner and have a positive attitude to caseload & specialist area
• Act as a specialist resource for patients, their families and other health professionals
• Be able to implement change using advanced counselling and motivational interviewing techniques
• Plan and organise education and training sessions for colleagues, student dietitians, other health professionals, and other outside agencies
• Advise and formulate policies relating to specialist area of work (Oncology)
• Participate in audit & research
• Contribute to, develop, monitor and comply with standards and policies for the dietetic department and the Trust

This post would be appropriate for those currently working in a Band 5 position who are ready for a Specialist Band 6 post and for current Band 6 Dietitians with an interest in developing their career specialising in Oncology.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in nutrition and dietetics or first level degree plus postgraduate diploma in nutrition and dietetics
• Current registration with Health Professions Council
• Practice Educator

Desirable

• PEN Group / DAFNE /DESMOND or other accredited qualification
• Non-Medical Prescribing

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• A range of in and outpatient experience

Desirable

• Have supervised students
• Experience in critical appraisal

Other Requirements

Essential

• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role.

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Tyneside

Rake Lane

North Shields

NE29 8NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a comprehensive service in the specialised area. This post will lead on advancing the specialty service. To provide clinical expertise at an advanced level in the assessment, diagnosis andmanagement of highly complex clients. To provide specialist input to strategic planning, development, audit and evaluation of clinicalservices, protocols and policies within the specialised area. To work with other lead specialist clinicians providing highly specialised advice andprogrammes of care. To ensure service provision in the specialised area is prioritised and service delivery is madeeffectively within resource constraints. To practice within the multidisciplinary team, providing specialist assessments, diagnosis andtreatment using advanced clinical reasoning skills. To manage a caseload of clients (often varied and with highly complex needs), using evidencebased clinical reasoning to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. To provide leadership and clinical education for senior, junior and support staff, throughsupervision and day-to-day support. To plan and implement training at a uni-disciplinary and multi professional level in order toenhance services within the specialism and ensure effective clinical practice. To carry out appraisals with junior and support staff, as delegated by Line Manager. To regularly supervise undergraduate students on practice placement and participate inplacement experience of other professionals. To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of acollective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadershipstyle which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promoteownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working andcollaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• State registered with Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC).
• Post Graduate training relevant to specialist area.
• Practice placement qualification.

Desirable

• Practice placement 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.

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Riverside Children's Centre

Minton Lane

North Shields

NE29 6DQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a confident Care & Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding healthcare.

You'll be working full time 42 hours a week, 12 hour shifts, including alternate weekends (4 shifts week one, three shifts week two, on a two week rolling rota), days only, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Beacon House.

Beacon House is a specialist residential service in West Yorkshire supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.

At Beacon House we encourage and enable the people we support to lead a full and happy life. We work with each person to find out their strengths, abilities and preferences so that the care provided can be as person-centred to each individual as possible.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development - you'll also enjoy discounts with our free NHS blue light card, perkbox with vouchers for everyday purchases and shopping, private health cash plans, free confidential mental health support and much more, to support your wellbeing in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.

Your day-to-day...

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & enc ouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with and report on medical & welfare needs
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
• Supporting service users to access the community, to attend things like work, college, hobbies & activities, days out & holidays
• Supporting the service users to grow, develop & learn through engaging them in tasks such as cooking & cleaning

You are...

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
• An excellent communicator and a good team player
• Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Able to empower & support service user independence

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• Salary: £13.15 per hour, rising to £13.45 per hour after three months (£29,435.70 first year), rising to £13.70ph after 18 months
• An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Please be aware that this vacancy may close before the advertised date if the role is filled. Please send your application as soon as possible.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Wibsey

BD6 3DQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a hybrid role working in a flexible manner but predominantly working from home. Additional office attendance may be required, for example, key meetings, training, events, or to support service delivery. Applicants should ensure they are able to meet this requirement. Office attendance expectations may be reviewed in line with organisational and service needs.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Educated to Postgraduate Diploma level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Project and/or Programme management office qualification, PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Masters Level Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of management and managing successful projects
• Effective partnership working in the public sector
• Experience of effective stakeholder working with external bodies

Desirable

• Experience as a formal project manager
• Experience of working within the NHS

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• People Management skills
• Track record of complex problem solving in a project management environment
• Competent in the use of desktop applications

Desirable

• Advanced IT skills in a range of desktop applications e.g. Excel, Power BI

Other

Essential

• Travel around Wales, and possibly further afield on a regular basis

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards

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

Public Health Wales

Address

PHW Location and base to be agreed on appointment

Tyndall Street

Cardiff

CF10 4BZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the sales ledger for the Trust including the accurate and timely raising and processing of sales invoices and credit notes in accordance with finance department policies and procedures.
• Reconcile customer statements, identifying invoices which require action to ensure matching and payment and resolving any holds to ensure prompt payment.
• Prepare and process accounts receivable invoices and credit notes in line with trust policies and procedures and statutory targets.
• Process credit / debit card payments from debtors in a strictly secure and confidential manner.
• Responsible for chasing outstanding debts for payment and for credit control, co-ordinating work with colleagues in order to secure payment.
• Support the team in producing all weekly and monthly financial information to time and to standard.
• Ensure that Standing Financial Instructions, Standing Orders, and Financial Policy and Procedures are observed at all times.

Person Specification

Good Communication Skills

Essential

• Successful applicant must be able to communicate in a clear, confident manner

Numeracy

Essential

• Minimum GSCE Grade 4 / C or equivalent qualification

Attention to Detail

Essential

• Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are able to process complex data in an accurate manner

Experience within Credit Control team

Desirable

• 2 years experience within a credit control or customer service team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pinewood House

Pinewood Place

Dartford

DA2 7WG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of the Non-Executive Director is to provide independent advice, challenge, and support through the Chair to the Chief Executive, Executive Directors, and Council of Governors to shape how the Trust delivers services.

Non-Executive Directors bring their expertise and experience, as well as their knowledge as a member of the community, to the work of the Board.

They must ensure that high standards of probity and governance, including financial governance prevail and that the Trust remains within its terms of authorisation. As part of the role, the individual will be expected to be a Chair one of the Trusts key committees and be a member of other committees as determined by the Chair of the Board.

Person Specification

Eligibility

Essential

• Reside within reasonable travelling distance and able to participate in person in a wide range of local meeting and system working.
• Satisfy the criteria determined by the Board of Directors and endorsed by the governors, to include the Fit and Proper Persons Requirement as defined in the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulation of Regulated Activities) (Amendment) Regulations 2014.

Membership

Essential

• The successful candidate must be a member of a public constituency of the NHS Foundation Trust (candidates are able to apply for membership via: https://www.cht.nhs.uk/about-us/membership-and-the-council-of-governors).

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

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust HQ Corporate Office, Acre Mills Outpatients

Acre Street

Huddersfield

HD3 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the service managers in overseeing RTT 18 week performance management across the specialities within the MES division, providing expertise & support for the delivery & achievement of patient RTT standards.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Excellent IT skills - confidence working with Microsoft Excel
• Understanding Referral To Treatment Pathway
• Previous experience in an office environment working with health care professionals
• Working to strict deadlines

Desirable

• Experience in using FDP
• Understanding of medical terminology

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of GDPR and Informational Governance
• Trust vision, values and strategic objectives

Other

Essential

• Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust
• Team player
• Must be able to demonstrate organisation and timekeeping

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The main role of the post is to prepare and oversee clinics, this will involve ensuring they are running efficiently, using the resources available, supporting clinicians and anticipating their requirements.

Ensuring the patients are cared for to the highest standards, which are underpinned by the Trusts Values and Behaviours.

We are responsible for ensuring all our patients are appraised of any further treatments or and investigations and ensure they are well informed about each step.

Outpatient staff are expected to work as a team and support the plaster room as required.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Diploma/degree in nursing studies or working towards

Desirable

• Undertaken mentorship training /Assessor/supervisor training

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in past of looking after patients in a healthcare environment.

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience within last 12 months
• Previous experience within an Acute setting
• Broad clinical knowledge base in orthopaedics

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Compassionate
• Confident and calm attitude with the ability to work under pressure
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• IT skills
• Accurate document presentation and attention to detail
• Punctual and reliable
• Motivated and enthusiastic, shows initiative

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

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trauma and Orthopaedic Outpatients, James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

To provide a sympathetic, professional and efficient service to patients.

To book Private Patient Outpatient appointments for Consultants who Spencer represent.

To book Private Patient Inpatients procedures for Consultants who Spencer represent.

To maintain accurate electronic patient records and bookings system whilst liaising with customers, staff, Consultants, patients, and other service users.

To generate estimates for self-paying patients.

Key Relationships

Patients

Relatives, Friends and Family

Consultants

NHS Colleagues

Telephonist Team

Outpatient Teams

Reception Teams

Ward Teams

Theatre Teams

External Medical Secretaries

SMT

Key Responsibilities

Financial

To ensure all Private Patient Inpatient appointments and bookings are entered onto the electronic system in an accurate and timely manner

To ensure all Private Patient Outpatient appointments and bookings are entered onto the electronic system in an accurate and timely manner

To generate estimates for self-paying patients and accurately adding these to patient records

Process private referrals in a quick and timely fashion, liaising with relevant parties where appropriate

Business Development

Provide a quality service for customers and local service users

Continue to improve the relations with Consultants

To foster and continue strong working relationships between the Reception Teams, GPs and Consultants

Work towards retaining ISO9001 2015 & ISO14001 2015 Accreditation

Quality

To participate in in-house training sessions and attend meetings and discussions when required

To continually maintain accurate electronic records and bookings systems

To assist in any clerical duties considered necessary for the smooth running of the department i.e. sending appointment letters, sending emails, requesting results, data entry etc.

To answer telephone / email enquiries, relay messages and liaise with Consultants, secretaries, and departments within the hospital in a timely manner

To provide a sympathetic and professional patient service

To act in a discreet, diplomatic, and tactful manner at all times

To ensure that all local policies and legal requirements relating to clinical care, Information Governance, GDPR and Health and Safety are complied with

Workforce

To work under supervision and direction of the Senior Outpatient Officer to ensure a smooth service

To attend staff appraisal and identify personal needs and set and evaluate personal objectives

To ensure that all upcoming Private Patient outpatient clinics are ready electronically on the in-house computer system ensuring full capacity is achieved

To ensure that all upcoming Private Patient Inpatient admissions are ready electronically on both the in-house computer system and any Trust based systems used, maximising capacity

To ensure accurate processing of Private Patient Outpatient bookings for a variety of patient categories including self-pay and privately insured patients

To ensure accurate processing of Private Patient Inpatient bookings for a variety of patient categories including self-pay and privately insured patients

To liaise closely with Consultants on availability for Private Patient outpatient clinics

To ensure the accurate management of electronic patient files, including creating, amending and discharging

Assist staff, patients and Consultants with queries, dealing tactfully with sensitive issues

Equal Opportunities

It is the aim of the hospital to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, sex, race, colour, nationality or ethnic or national origins, or is not placed at a disadvantage by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. To this end, the hospital has an Equal Opportunities Policy and it is for each employee to contribute to its success.

Health & Safety

All Employees must be aware of the responsibility placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitors. Individual employees should also refer to specific health and safety requirements within their own job descriptions.

Data Protection

If required to do so, to obtain, process and/or use information held on a computer or word-processor in a fair and lawful way. To hold data only for the specific registered purpose, and not to use or disclose it in any way incompatible with such purpose. To disclose data only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed by Spencer Private Hospitals.

Customer Care

It is the aim of the hospital to provide patients and clients with the best possible care and service. In order to meet this aim all of our staff are required, at all times, to put the patient or client first and do their utmost to meet their requests and needs courteously and efficiently.

Confidentiality

To ensure that confidential information is not disclosed about Spencer Private Hospitals (including information regarding patients and staff) to any unauthorised member of staff, or to anyone outside the employment of Spencer Private Hospitals.

This job description is intended to reflect, in outline, the responsibilities of the post holder, which may change over time with corporate or local business needs of Spencer Private Hospitals. It will therefore be subject to periodic review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances and following consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Outstanding communication skills
• Polite and confident telephone manner
• Organised and methodical in approach
• Team Player
• Ability to act on own initiative
• Motivated
• Flexible to the needs of the business
• Able to meet deadlines
• Able to work in a highly pressurised environment

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in a busy administration environment
• Proven experience of booking appointments

Desirable

• 2+ Years experience in medical administration environment
• Experience liaising with GPs and patients

Skills

Essential

• Excellent IT Skills
• Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent Customer Service Skills

Desirable

• Trust Systems: Patient Centre (PAS) / DART OCM / EDN EPR / RIS/X-ray
• Compucare

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel between sites
• Permission to work in the UK
• Ability to work from home

Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent grade C or above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd

Address

Units 2 & 4 Almond House

Betteshanger Country Park

Betteshanger, Deal

Kent

CT14 0EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Kent Integrated Dermatology Service (KIDS) and Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) is a busy community dermatology service stretching across North and West Kent, Coastal West Sussex, Horsham & Mid Sussex and Crawley CCGs. SCDS also has a sister service called Surrey Dermatology Service which covers Surrey Heath and Guildford & Waverley CCGs.The clinical team consists of consultants and GPwSIs as well as registered trained nurses and health care assistants.

The service aims to see and treat patients during their initial appointment in order to avoid the patient having numerous follow-up appointments. The clinical services available to the patients within our service include day surgery, minor operations, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, skin prick tests and phototherapy.

The team is committed to individual learning, professional development and strives for excellence in patient care. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will enhance this reputation and promote high standards of clinical care and assist the clinical team in the service and delivery of the dermatology and phototherapy service to all patients.

Main Duties

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate should be able to work within a professional team environment.

They will be highly patient focused, demonstrate a proactive approach to professional development and be committed to the development of the phototherapy service. Experience in dermatology and phototherapy is preferred but not essential as full training will be given. The successful candidate will be supported by the clinical team however they must be able to show initiative and flexibility when working with clinicians or in nurse led clinics.

This permanent role is contracted for 37.5 hours per week. Working 4 days per week.

If you are a compassionate registered nurse with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and a commitment to high standards of patient care, then we would like to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Experience working in Dermatology or Phototherapy

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

Sussex Community Dermatology Service

Address

Borough Green Dermatology Unit

Quarry Hill Road

Sevenoaks

TN15 8RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached job description.

To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the contract. Furthermore, the post holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with current General Medical Council (GMC) registration and license to practice
• Strong commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, colleagues and wider healthcare teams

Desirable

• Local Knowledge & Enhanced Skills
• Familiarity with local referral pathways, community services and prescribing formularies
• Experience managing digital workflows efficiently including processing pathology results, clinical correspondence and repeat prescriptions

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

The Waterloo Practice

Address

Waterloo Health Centre

Wakefield Road, Waterloo,

Huddersfield

HD5 9XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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