Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will need:

1. To work generically in provision of care, to patients under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, following a prescribed treatment/care plan in order to prevent admission to hospital.
2. Plan and prioritise own visits to delegated patients.
3. Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.
4. Make basic judgements on patients response to prescribed treatment/care plans, and report findings to a qualified practitioner.
5. Liaise with other health care professionals as required.
6. Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance, tact and empathy.
7. Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals.
8. Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients where accuracy is important, e.g. The taking of bloods, preforming ECGs, taking blood glucose results, wound care, administration of medication such as insulin.
9. Be responsible for ensuring equipment is used safely, following relevant training, and that it is maintained appropriately.
10. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent as appropriate following organisational policies.
11. Share responsibility of indirect patient contact tasks, such as, answering telephones, arranging appointments, processing referrals and inputting activity data.
12. Undertake health promotion / education as required, e.g. smoking cessation, falls etc.
13. May be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material and blood products, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies.
14. Attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary team meetings and other meetings where appropriate.
15. Attend in-house and competency training as required in development of current job role.
16. Work predominately independently on specified tasks, with regular clinical support and supervision by a qualified practitioner.
17. Be aware of limitations of own scope of practice and competency, and when to involve a more senior practitioner, both in daily practice and in emergency situations.
18. Acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices.
19. Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management, and apply to work situation.
20. To provide peer support to other assistants.
21. Actively contribute to team working and express ideas on improving services for users and the team.
22. Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, cleaning specialist equipment and general housekeeping tasks.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder. The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties as may be required for the effective performance of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Good general education, GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths or equivalent such as English and Maths functional skills

Desirable

• NVQ 3 or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a Healthcare setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in a community healthcare setting

Skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written form
• Good interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated
• Able to provide high standards of care
• Empathy and sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative
• Good observational and reporting skills
• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Be a team player
• Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
• Overcome barriers to understanding e.g patients with hearing or cognitive impairment
• Have basic IT and standard keyboard skills
• Be able to kneel, bend and stoop, and work in cramped environments
• Be able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Be able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids

Communication

Essential

• Empathy and sensitivity
• Tact and diplomacy
• Awareness of need to escalate to senior staff
• Ability to use own initiative

Personal and people development

Essential

• Ability to manage within stressful situations
• Ability to work within a team

Personal Attributes / Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behaviour Framework)

Essential

• Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults

Other

Essential

• Must hold full and valid and driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations if necessary. Some roles require additional level of checks as part of the employment process, i.e. roles which come into contact with children, vulnerable adults or their families.

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Norwich Community Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Honours degree (2:1 minimum) in Psychology (A)
• Full registration with the Health Professionals Council (A)
• Post-graduate doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) or equivalent in Counselling Psychology (A)
• Qualification level that would allow acceptance as a BPS chartered clinical or BPS chartered clinical psychologist status or allow for full BABCP accreditation. (A)

Desirable

• Perinatal Mental Health Training (A)
• Training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy (A)
• Training or experience in Behavioural Couples Therapy/Couples Therapy for Depression (A/I)
• Training or experience of running groups (A/I)
• Training in DIT/IPT (A/I)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of at least 6 months' work in a severe and enduring mental health service (A/I)
• Experience of working with people across the lifespan in a mental health setting (A/I)
• Training and experience in assessing and delivering evidence based trauma focussed therapy (A/I)

Desirable

• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision (A/I)
• Experience of working in a perinatal mental health service or work with this client group in another setting (A/I)
• Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts (A/I)
• Experience of clinical psychology in a health-related setting (A/I)
• Training or experience in working with loss/grief/perinatal loss (A/I)

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge, both theoretical and practical, of psychology applied to clinical practice, particularly in respect of adults with severe and enduring mental health disorders (A/I)
• Able to plan, prioritise and organise own caseload, treatment programmes involving other staff, and other aspects of the work such as research activity (A/I)
• High levels of ability to communicate effectively with the network around women and birthing people and their families during the perinatal period (A/I)
• Able to use database, word processing and test administration/scoring software (A/I)
• Post-graduate level knowledge of research design and methodology (A/I)

Desirable

• Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of psychology applied to perinatal issues (A/I)
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and its implications for work women and birthing people and families in the perinatal period (I)
• Knowledge of safeguarding children and adults (A/I)
• Evidence of continuing professional development in areas relevant to perinatal mental health (A/I)

Personal

Essential

• Able to maintain concentration frequently for prolonged periods (A/I)
• Able to function in potentially traumatic circumstances and in emotionally distressing circumstances (I)
• Able to motivate oneself and work independently in day to day work (A)
• Able to respond adaptably to changing service demands (A/I)

Desirable

• Able to look after own wellbeing in and outside of work (I)

Others

Essential

• Knowledge of the professional code of conduct of the BPS/BABCP (I)
• Must be capable of being guided by precedent, clearly defined policies, procedures and codes of conduct (I)
• Able to reflect on own professional practice through the clinical supervision process (I)
• Willing to participate actively in CPD in line with BPS/BABCP guidelines (I)
• Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate, to support and maintain clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material (I)

Desirable

• Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic or professional journals and/or books (A/I)
• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings (I)
• Experience of working within a multicultural framework (I)

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

7 BATH RD,

HOUNSLOW,

TW3 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oCurrent professional qualification in Mental Health Nursing
• oRegistration must be live with the NMC
• oEvidence of post registration training and CPD.

Desirable

• oOther relevant training, e.g. substance misuse
• oFamily Therapy/Work training.
• oTraining in Psychosocial Interventions or Thorn

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working in multi-disciplinary mental health teams with clients with severe and enduring mental health problems
• oKnowledge of multi/unidisciplinary care planning processes and multi-agency working
• oWork with people experiencing mental health crisis.
• oExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presentations / IT skills.
• oAbility to assess, plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive care package for the identified client group, using a wide range of resources.
• oAble to develop a comprehensive programme of intervention and support for the identified client group and their families
• oAdvanced skills in risk assessment and management.
• oCan demonstrate understanding of psychosis and its impact on service users and carers.
• oDemonstrate knowledge of current legislation and guidance applicable to this client group
• oCan demonstrate understanding of the needs of diverse groups, e.g. residents of inner city; black and minority ethnic groups, and skills in engaging with them.
• oSkills in psychosocial interventions
• oPrior experience of working in mental health rehabilitation or assertive outreach

Desirable

• oBasic counselling and group work skills.
• oSkills in leadership: ability to motivate others, use initiative and manage change.
• oWorking with people who use substances
• oAudit and research; Teaching.
• oSupervision of students and junior staff.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• oMotivated
• oAble to create good relationships with clients, carers, other professionals and other stakeholders
• oWork with service users who are difficult to engage with
• oReliable
• oDisciplined

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

Fulham Palace Rd

Fulham Palace Rd Hammersmith

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success.

We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Self- Management and organisation
• Excellent Communication / interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
• Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Commitment to: CAMHS Self and service development Flexible practice Flexible working patterns Management of change

Desirable

• Conflict resolution
• Leadership

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• RMN / RN (Mental Health), Occupational Therapist, Social Worker
• Post registration clinical training relevant to CAMHS / Mental Health
• Teaching and Assessing ENB 998 / Mentorship or equivalent

Desirable

• Degree in relevant subject
• Additional Vocational training courses

Experience

Essential

• Significant Post registration experience within a CAMHS / Mental Health setting

Desirable

• Auditing clinical standards
• Utilisation of research in practice

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of a therapeutic interventions
• Legal Frameworks relevant to CAMHS
• Health and Safety
• Risk assessment / management
• Current CAMHS practice / issues

Desirable

• Current Nursing / Health Issues
• Clinical governance

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Centenary House

Heritage Park, 55 Albert Terrace Road

Sheffield

S6 3BR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st or 2nd class Honours degree in physics or a related subject
• Relevant accredited MSc and/or higher degree
• HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist
• Certification as an MPE, LPA or RPA (at least one of)

Desirable

• Working towards certification as an LPA
• Working towards certification as an MPE
• Working towards certification as an RPA
• Corporate Membership of IPEM or SRP (MSRP or MIPEM)

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Expert knowledge of ultrasound and laser radiation.
• Expert knowledge of diagnostic radiology physics.
• High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from ionising and nonionising radiation.
• Specialist knowledge of radiation protection and the risks arising from exposure of patients and staff to radiation.
• High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure.
• Experience of supervision and training of staff e.g. those undertaking recognised training programmes.

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of MR.
• Experience of teaching, training and supervising others.
• Understanding of HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate highly complex information to non-specialists at all levels including senior management, consultant medical staff, radiographers, nurses, medical physicists and technicians.
• Able to independently undertake audits of legislative compliance e.g. for Lasers, X-ray facilities or under IR(ME)R.
• Able to self-manage and to manage others.
• Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence.
• Working knowledge of diagnostic image networks
• NB The postholder will carry responsibilities of an Operator under the requirements of IR(ME)R legislation.

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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone Hospital

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Directly responsible for own caseload and deals with referrals in line with departmental policy. Responsible for timely holistic neuro therapy assessments, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assesses in patients homes, clinic environment, or via video or telephone consultation where appropriate. To have knowledge of red flags, and appropriate onward referrals or action to take. To have a good working knowledge of a wide range of outcome measures, and be able to select them appropriately for use with a variety of patients. To have an awareness and understanding of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, in order to inform treatment planning and goal setting. To use SMART goal format to formulate goals with patients and their families. Patients should be central to the decision making process. To carry out a variety of neurological treatment techniques including spasticity management, falls prevention, management of vestibular conditions, and postural management. To educate patients and their families and/or carers about their condition and the impact their condition may have on handling, positioning, care, exercise etc. To develop advanced communication skills and be able to communicate complex and sensitive information to patients and their families/carers. Conversations may include assessment of rehab potential, discharge planning, and prognosis. The post holder may need to use empathetic and persuasive skills when communicating, for instance in cases where patients make unwise decision surrounding safety. To be able to use a variety of communication aids/methods to support understanding where cognition, lack of sight, or communication is impaired. This may include working alongside Speech and Language Therapists. To be able to communicate effectively with the wider multidisciplinary team surrounding patient care, making links where necessary. This may be with hospital consultants, continence nurses, wheelchair services and voluntary sector agencies. Participates in the continuing professional development of themselves and the team. This may involve leading education sessions to wider team regarding Neuro specific assessment, treatment and conditions. This will involve critical appraisal of up to date literature, and use of local and national condition specific guidance e.g. NICE. To develop skills to be able to assess for, review and issue commonly used orthotics To develop skills and knowledge in the assessment for and application of Functional Electrical Stimulation, and Neuromuscular Electrical stimulation; with the support of the Clinical Specialist Neuro Physiotherapist. Recommends specific levels of care/equipment required to maximize a patients independence in their own homes. To develop an awareness of the medical management of a range of frequently seen Neurological conditions e.g. anti-spasticity drugs. Have an up to date working knowledge of any schemes/care provision and support groups to assist patients in self-managing their conditions and to improve their quality of life living in the community. Participates in the planning and implementation of patient groups associated with the specialist area of neurological rehabilitation and neurological disease long term management. To develop an awareness of advance care planning, palliative care and end of life care in progressive neurological conditions. All staff members have personal and professional responsibility to promote safe standards of care and services. All staff members are expected to participate in clinical governance initiatives. To work alongside the wider Multidisciplinary team in order to meet joint goals. This may include organizing joint goal setting meetings or having joint visits for a more holistic assessment.

Professional

Risk Assessment Uses therapeutic handling techniques to maximise the patients potential and minimise risk. Assesses the patients home environment for potential hazards to minimise risk to them and others around them. Independently assesses for and prescribes basic equipment and with the support of the Band 7 Clinical Specialist Neuro OT develops skills in the prescription of bespoke and special order equipment.

Management

Provides training/development of work shadow persons/ students, and support workers as necessary.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy e.g. BSc Hons degree in Physiotherapy by recognised awarding body e.g. Chartered Society of Physiotherapists.
• Must satisfy the criteria for full membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Desirable

• An approved Physiotherapist supervisor for Physiotherapy
• Post graduate qualification/study or equivalent experience e.g. MSc module, Bobath course

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of the role of Physiotherapy for people with a wide range of neurological conditions.
• Able to assess for and fit basic equipment to facilitate independence at home.
• Previous experience in Neurological rehabilitation
• Knowledge of relevant NHS and SS legislation
• Experience in spasticity management

Desirable

• Experience of working in a community setting.
• Able to assess for and fit complex equipment and teach patient/carer in the safe use of these.
• Experience with community/mental health conditions
• Experience in the review and provision of lower limb orthotics and/or Functional Electrical Stimulation
• Experience in postural management

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Milford Hospital

Tuesley Lane

Godalming

GU7 1UG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

1. Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments for patients presenting with mild, moderate and complex mental health conditions. This may include patients who are not suitable for NHS Talking Therapies.

2. Deliver autonomous mental health triage within the GP practice, including same-day triage.

3. Assess clinical risk including suicide, self-harm, safeguarding and vulnerability.

4. Develop person-centred management and safety plans.

5. Deliver brief therapeutic and biopsychological interventions and counselling where appropriate within the scope of practice.

6. Provide advice, education and self-management support to patients and carers.

7. Signpost and refer appropriately to secondary care, community mental health teams, crisis services, social prescribing, talking therapies and voluntary organisations.

8. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records using practice clinical systems.

9. Escalate patients appropriately where urgent psychiatric assessment is required.

Care Coordination

1. Work collaboratively with GPs, Practice Nurses, Social Prescribers, Pharmacists, First Contact Practitioners and wider practice staff.
2. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
3. Coordinate care for patients with complex mental health needs.
4. Support seamless transitions between primary, community and secondary care services.
5. Advocate for patients requiring access to specialist mental health services.

Communication

1. Build therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
2. Communicate sensitive and complex information compassionately.
3. Liaise effectively with external agencies including Community Mental Health Teams, CAMHS, safeguarding teams, social care and voluntary organisations.

Safeguarding

1. Identify safeguarding concerns affecting adults and children.
2. Follow local safeguarding procedures.
3. Participate in safeguarding supervision where required.

Quality Improvement

1. Contribute to service development and transformation within Primary Care.
2. Participate in clinical audit, governance and quality improvement initiatives.
3. Support evaluation of patient outcomes and service effectiveness.

Professional Practice

1. Maintain professional registration.
2. Work within professional code of conduct and ACP framework.
3. Maintain continuing professional development.
4. Participate in clinical supervision and appraisal.
5. Maintain mandatory training requirements.

Working Relationships

The post holder will work closely with:

1. General Practitioners
2. Practice Nurses
3. Physician Associates
4. Clinical Pharmacists
5. Social Prescribers
6. First Contact Practitioners
7. Community Mental Health Teams
8. Talking Therapies
9. CAMHS
10. Crisis Resolution Teams
11. Social Care
12. Voluntary and Third Sector Organisations
13. PCN Clinical Leads

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• 1.Knowledge of common mental health disorders
• 2.Knowledge of severe and enduring mental illness
• 3.Understanding of safeguarding legislation
• 4.Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act
• 5.Understanding of risk assessment and crisis management
• 6.Knowledge of local mental health pathways
• 7.Understanding of integrated care models

Desirable

• 1.Knowledge of BSOL mental health pathways
• 2.Awareness of community and voluntary sector services across Birmingham and Solihull

Values

Essential

• 1.Delivering safe, effective, high-quality care
• 2.Respect and dignity for all patients
• 3.Collaborative multidisciplinary working
• 4.Continuous quality improvement
• 5.Evidence-based practice
• 6.Health promotion and prevention
• 7.Equality, diversity and inclusion

Personal Qualities

Essential

• 1.Compassionate and patient centred
• 2.Professional and accountable
• 3.Flexible and adaptable
• 4.Calm under pressure
• 5.Excellent team player
• 6.Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• 7.Commitment to lifelong learning

Experience

Essential

• 1.Experience undertaking autonomous mental health assessments
• 2.Experience of managing clinical risk
• 3.Experience of multidisciplinary working
• 4.Experience of referral and care navigation across health and social care services
• 5.Experience maintaining accurate electronic clinical records

Desirable

• 1.Minimum two years' post-registration experience working within mental health services
• 2.Experience working within GP practices or Primary Care Networks
• 3.Experience assessing both adult and child/adolescent mental health presentations
• 4.Experience providing brief counselling or biopsychologically informed interventions
• 5.Experience delivering virtual consultations

Other Requirements

Essential

• 1.Ability to travel across GP practices within the PCN locality if required
• 2.Flexibility to meet service needs
• 3.Enhanced DBS clearance

Qualifications

Essential

• 1.Registered healthcare professional (NMC, HCPC or equivalent professional registration
• 2.Master's level qualification or equivalent experience in Advanced Clinical Practice
• 3.Evidence of advanced mental health assessment skills
• 4.Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development
• 5.Safeguarding Level 3 Adults and Children

Desirable

• 1.Independent Prescribing qualification (desirable but not essential depending on profession)
• 2.Advanced Clinical Practice qualification meeting national ACP framework
• 3.Counselling or psychological intervention qualification

Skills

Essential

• 1.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 2.Advanced clinical assessment skills
• 3.Ability to work autonomously
• 4.Excellent risk assessment and decision-making abilities
• 5.Ability to prioritise competing clinical demands
• 6.Effective documentation skills
• 7.Competent IT skills including electronic patient record systems
• 8.Ability to deliver both face-to-face and virtual consultations

Desirable

• 1.Strong organisational and time management skills
• 2.Counselling skills
• 3.Motivational interviewing
• 4.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy informed practice
• 5.Training or mentoring 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

South Doc Services

Address

West Heath Medical Centre

194-196 West Heath Road

Northfield

Birmingham

West Midlands

B31 3HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://southdocservices.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient If you're an experienced clinical leader looking for an opportunity to shape high quality patient care, develop high performing teams and influence service delivery across a hospital setting, we want to hear from you. At Practice Plus Group Hospital Birmingham, you'll be part of a team that is passionate about delivering outstanding patient outcomes. As Head of Nusing and Clinical Services, you'll work closely with senior clinical and operational leaders to ensure safe, effective and patient focused care across our surgical and diagnostic services. As Head of Nursing and Clinical Services, you'll provide strategic, professional and operational leadership across Nursing and Allied Health Professional services, supporting the Hospital Director and working alongside the Medical Director to deliver exceptional clinical outcomes. You'll have responsibility for services including theatres, wards, pre-operative assessment, outpatients, endoscopy, therapies, imaging, pharmacy, sterile services and virtual care platforms. You'll lead on quality improvement, workforce development, clinical governance and regulatory compliance, ensuring the hospital continues to deliver safe and effective care for every patient. If you have any questions please do speak with [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Reg

Desirable

• NMC Reg

Experience

Essential

• NMC Reg

Desirable

• NMC Reg

Additional Criteria

Essential

• NMC Reg

Desirable

• NMC Reg

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

22 Somerset Road

Birmingham

West Midlands

B152QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

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Package Description: Your kindness could brighten someones day!

Join us as a Senior Care Assistant at Andover, and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care.

Every day, you'll help people live independently and with dignity in their own homes.Whether you're supporting personal care, assisting with daily routines, or simply sharing a friendly conversation, you'll provide more than care, you'll provide companionship and reassurance.

And the best part? The smiles, gratitude, and knowledge that you've made a genuine difference in someone's day.

• Outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications (up to QCF level 5).
• Flexible contracts to work around you
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000*
• Up to £13.70 an hour and mileage paid - 32p per mile
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

• Provide high-quality personal and domestic care to clients in their own homes.
• Support and mentor new members of the care team.
• Carry out occasional spot checks to help maintain care standards.
• Build positive relationships with clients and their families.
• Ideal for experienced Care Assistants looking to progress their career.

• Good people skills and the ability to show strong empathy, with a caring and compassionate nature
• A minimum of 12 months' care experience, compassion, and a positive attitude - NVQ level 2 is preferable
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own car
• Availability to work 40 hours per week with flexible shifts between 7am 10pm and alternating weekends
• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work we currently cannot offer sponsorship

If youve got a kind heart, a listening ear and a desire to make a clients world a little brighter, wed love to have you join our team.

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good people skills, strong empathy, caring and compassionate nature, minimum of 12 months' care experience, preferable NVQ level 2, full UK driving license, access to own car, availability for flexible shifts and alternating weekends, minimum of 12 months on right to work in the UK.

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare UK

Andover

SP10 1NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Commercial Analyst

Location:Our head office on Portland, Dorset DT5 1BB. Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Contract: Permanent, full-time

Are you an analytical and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys using data to influence business decisions?

We are creating a new Commercial Analyst role to provide financial and commercial insight across our Bids, Contracts and Procurement functions. You will help us assess new business opportunities, develop tender pricing, understand the profitability of our live contracts and respond effectively to increasing costs and funding pressures.

This is a varied role with the opportunity to work closely with Finance, Operations, Business Development, Procurement and senior leaders. You will turn complex data into practical recommendations that support profitable growth, sustainable contracts and better commercial decision-making.

What you will do

• Develop cost and pricing models for bids and new business opportunities.
• Provide financial analysis to support bid/no-bid decisions.
• Complete tender pricing schedules accurately and within deadlines.
• Analyse contract profitability, margins, fee rates, occupancy and productivity.
• Develop dashboards and reports identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Model the impact of wage increases, inflation and other cost pressures.
• Support annual fee uplift submissions to Local Authorities, NHS commissioners and other funding bodies.
• Analyse supplier expenditure and identify potential savings and efficiencies.
• Support procurement exercises, supplier evaluations and contract negotiations.
• Prepare business cases, sensitivity analysis and commercial reports for senior decision-makers.

What you will bring

• Previous experience in a similar commercial, finance or analytical role.
• Experience of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting or cost modelling.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Strong numerical reasoning and attention to detail.
• The ability to work with complex datasets and explain findings clearly.
• Strong organisation and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• A proactive approach and the confidence to work independently.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Relevant qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related subject.

Experience of health or social care, public procurement, Local Authority or NHS funding, or contract profitability analysis would be desirable but is not essential.

If you are looking for an opportunity to shape a brand-new role and make a visible contribution to commercial performance, we would like to hear from you.

Whats on Offer

Agincare is a family run organisation that is proud of its values and the delivery of the highest levels of care to the people wesupport. Working at Agincare brings many benefits including:

• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000*
• Outstanding career development
• Blue Light Care discount package
• Employee Assistance Programme

About Agincare

Were a family run business thats been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, were one of the UKs largest care providers and are continuing to grow. We have over 100 locations across England including care& nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.

Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently. We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.

All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar commercial, finance or analytical role. Experience of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting or cost modelling. Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills. Strong numerical reasoning and attention to detail. The ability to work with complex datasets and explain findings clearly. Strong organisation and the ability to manage competing deadlines. A proactive approach and the confidence to work independently. Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Relevant qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related subject.

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare Head Office Services

Portland

DT5 1BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Fancy getting a feel for the job before you apply? Come along to our Dorset Careers Open Day and find out what a career in care could really look like. Meet the team, ask any questions you have, and interview with us on the day for this role.

10th September | 10am 2pm at the Dorchester Corn Exchange.

You can book your place here to reserve your interview time: Book your place on Eventbrite or just turn up on the day.

Theres something truly special about helping others live with dignity and joy, especially in their own home. Whether its sharing a cup of tea and a good chat, helping with daily routinesand personal care, or being that friendly facethat brightens a clients morning; youre giving more than care youre giving connection.

All you need is the compassion and the right to work in the UKand we will provide you with free fully funded training and offer outstanding career development.

And the best part? You get just as much back. The gratitude, the stories, the smiles that stay with you and:

• Outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications (up to QCF level 5).
• Flexible contracts to work around you
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000*
• Up to £14.20 an hour and mileage paid - 32p per mile
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

About You

You dont need to have previous experience or qualifications in care, whats important is you are passionate and motivated. If you want Job Satisfaction, where every day is truly different, our Care Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you.

• No experience needed - We provide comprehensive training and, free of charge
• Good people skills and the ability to show strongempathy, with a caring andcompassionate nature
• A positive & professional team working ethos
• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work we currently cannot offer sponsorship
• Full UK driving licence
• Alternating weekends are required for this role

If youve got a kind heart, a listening ear and a desire to make a clients world a little brighter, all while learning new valuable skills or continued development, wed love to have you join our team.

Become a Care Assistant, where compassion meets purpose.

Message us today or click the link below to apply - your next meaningful chapter starts here.

Agincare is proudly celebrating 40years of caring for communities. As a rapidly growing, family-owned care provider with more than 5,500 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of our new not-for-profit Childrens Services. Today, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations nationwide.

As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed to supporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community through our alliance, offering guaranteed interviewsto service leavers and members of the military community.

All of our services are regulated by the CQC and Agincare is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.At present, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

As care is always in high demand, we have a wide range of exciting opportunities available. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies,www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full UK driving licence, right to work in the UK for at least 12 months, passion and motivation for care work, good people skills, ability to empathize, and commitment to alternating weekend shifts.

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare UK

Dorchester

DT1 1RX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Want a role where yourcompassion has real impact?Supporting people to remain independent and comfortable in their own homes is deeply rewarding. Youll help with personal care, assist with everyday tasks, and provide comfort and reassurance, making a meaningful impact on their daily lives.What We Offer

• Fully funded professional training, qualifications and career development
• Flexible contracts to suit you
• Up to £12.75 per hour
• Refer a friend earn up to £1,000*
• Blue Light discounts & pension scheme

• Alternate weekend work required
• Day Shifts (Mornings 7am-3pm)
• Day Shifts (Evenings (3pm-10pm)
• Waking Nights Shifts (10pm-7am)
• Non-UK nationals must have the right to work in the UK with at least 12 months left on their visa, please note presently we are unable to offer sponsorship
• No experience? No problemAll you need is kindness well provide full, free training and support your career growth all the way to QCF Level 5

Agincare is proudly celebrating 40years of caring for communities. As a rapidly growing, family-owned care provider with more than 5,500 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of our new not-for-profit Childrens Services. Today, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations nationwide.

As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed to supporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community through our alliance, offering guaranteed interviews to service leavers and members of the military community.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Non-UK nationals must have the right to work in the UK with at least 12 months left on their visa. No experience is necessary; all you need is kindness, and well provide full, free training and support your career growth to QCF Level 5.

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare UK

Taunton

TA1 3SA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can really make a difference? Are you an experienced care professional looking for a change?

Come and join the Agincare family as aSenior Care Assistant

Where you'll be working

• https://www.agincare.com/home-care/extra-care-housing-schemes/tennyson-court/

As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy

• £12.90 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

What is required from you?

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK
• Multiple shifts available

A day in the life of a Senior Home Care Assistant

• Health and Wellbeing - You will provide support, companionship, conversation and engagement with your clients
• Personal care - You will support your clients with bathing, dressing and oral care
• Meals and domestic tasks -You will help the client to prepare and eat healthy meals, snacks and beverages. You will assist in light cleaning tasks
• Mobility - You will support the client with moving around their home to enable them to live as independently as possible.
• Social activities - You will encourage and support with trips out, social engagements and activities in the client's home
• Medication -You will prompt, assist or administer medications and creams
• Mentorship - As a senior care assistant you will support new staff in their induction period and mentor them
• Spot checks -You will occasionally carry out spot checks and supervisions as directed by your Registered Manager

About Agincare

Were a family run business thats been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, were one of the UKs largest care providers and are continuing to grow. We have over 100 locations across England including care& nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.

Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently. We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.

All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.

*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare UK

Taunton

TA1 2FF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Your kindness could brighten someones day!

Join us as a Senior Care Assistant at Whitley Court, and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care.

Every day, you'll help people live independently and with dignity in their own homes.Whether you're supporting personal care, assisting with daily routines, or simply sharing a friendly conversation, you'll provide more than care, you'll provide companionship and reassurance.

And the best part? The smiles, gratitude, and knowledge that you've made a genuine difference in someone's day.

• Whitley Court
• https://www.agincare.com/home-care/extra-care-housing-schemes/devon/extra-care-housing-in-devon-whitley-court/

• Outstanding career development with fully funded professional training and qualifications (up to QCF level 5).
• Flexible contracts to work around you
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000*
• Up to £12.90 an hour and mileage paid - 32p per mile
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

• Provide high-quality personal and domestic care to clients in their own homes.
• Support and mentor new members of the care team.
• Carry out occasional spot checks to help maintain care standards.
• Build positive relationships with clients and their families.
• Ideal for experienced Care Assistants looking to progress their career.

• Good people skills and the ability to show strong empathy, with a caring and compassionate nature
• A minimum of 12 months' care experience, compassion, and a positive attitude - NVQ level 2 is preferable
• Full UK driving licence (Preferred)
• Availability to work 40 hours per week with flexible shifts between 7am 10pm and alternating weekends
• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work we currently cannot offer sponsorship

If youve got a kind heart, a listening ear and a desire to make a clients world a little brighter, wed love to have you join our team.

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A minimum of 12 months' care experience is required, demonstrating compassion and a positive attitude. NVQ level 2 is preferable. A full UK driving licence is preferred. Candidates should have availability to work 40 hours per week with flexible shifts between 7 am 10 pm and alternating weekends. A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK is required, as they cannot offer sponsorship.

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

Agincare

Address

Agincare UK

Paignton

TQ4 5PL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Are you a keen chef with heart, creativity and a passion for making people smile?

Looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? If so, this is the career for you!

We believe that great food is about more than just flavour, its about comfort, connection and care. As a chef (Bank contract) with Chalgrove care home, youll have the opportunity to use your creative flair and culinary talents to bring joy to our residents every day.

• £13.50 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000
• No evening shifts and every other weekend off
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light discount package & company pension scheme
• On demand pay

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work
• Experience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operations
• Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable)
• Available to work day shifts and alternate weekends
• Please note this is a bank / zero hour contract

Whether its crafting delicious meals that meet individual dietary needs, creating themed dining experiences that bring the home to life, or simply serving a favourite dish that reminds someone of home, youll be making a real difference every day.

Using your culinary skills and food knowledge, youll help create daily menus, support the organisation and smooth running of the kitchen, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation are maintained at all times.

• Click here to view the care home: Nursing Home in Poole, Dorset | Care Home | Agincare
• Care Quality Commission rating - Good

If youre passionate about great food, teamwork, and making a difference, wed love to welcome you to the Agincare family.

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work; Experience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operations; Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable); Available to work day shifts and alternate 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

Agincare

Address

Agincare Homes Holdings

Poole

BH13 6JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

The purpose of the role is to:

Take blood samples and BP readings from patients who are know to have, or are at risk of having, long term health conditions. Complete computer 'check & test' template.

Contact patients to book appointments for reviews of long term health conditions, screening and immunisation or other as required.

Maintain records of call/ recall activity.

Offer general assistance to the Practice team and patients.

You will project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone

Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way

Facilitate effective communication between patients, members the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the Lead Clinician/ Practice Manager, dependent on current and evolving Practice workload and staffing levels:

Using the clinical records to identify patients in need of vaccination or immunisation, health advice, screening or review.

Contacting by telephone, text or letter.

Provide information on the importance of immunisations, screening, review and 'myth-bust' when faced with misinformation.

Update patient contact details on the clinical record system.

Book appointments.

To be aware of the practice philosophy and to treat patients/ visitors with respect, and tolerance and offer constructive support to colleagues and general public.

To be responsible with other members of the reception team for maintaining and monitoring the Practice appointments system

Processing appointments; including personal, telephone and online requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring patients are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional

To have working knowledge of the telephone systems (during and after hours) and have an appropriate telephone manner.

Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with Practice procedure

To deal with delegated tasks efficiently, according to guidelines set, and reporting regularly any problems and targets reached as required.

To be aware of all Practice procedures and work in accordance with written protocols

To work flexibly according to the needs of the Practice and provide cover for absent colleagues.

To undertake mandatory and additional training as identified by the practice.

Any other duties, appropriate to the grade, as required by the Practice Manager/ Lead Clinician

Confidentiality:

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

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

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

Health & Safety:

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

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines

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

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

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

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

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

Undertaking periodic infection control training

Reporting potential risks identified

Equality and Diversity:

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

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

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

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

Personal/Professional Development:

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

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

Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Attend admin meetings as and when required

Attend update courses including mandatory training and any other additional courses the practice sees fit for purpose.

Quality:

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

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

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

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

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication:

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

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance

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

Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Phlebotomist.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft office, word and excel
• Good general education to GCSE or equivalent, including equivalent grade c or above passes in Maths and English

Desirable

• - Experience in a GP Practice environment
• - EMIS and DOCMAN
• - Completed the Care Certificate

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

Medicus Health Partners

Address

Carlton House Surgery

28 Tenniswood Road

Enfield

Middlesex

EN1 3LL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Ability to study at degree level (requirement by University and verified by University at application stage).
• *Proven record of previous academic attainment.
• *Good solid basic literacy and numeracy qualifications which is assessed on entry by the University.

Experience

Essential

• *Previous experience of working with children, young people, and/or adults experiencing mental health difficulties, with an understanding of how mental health challenges can affect emotional wellbeing, daily functioning, education, employment, and social engagement.

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CAMHS Basingstoke

Bramblys Drive

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG21 8UN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title:Prescribing Pharmacist

Location:St Ann's Road Surgery

Salary:Up to £60,000 depending on experience

Hours: 37.5

Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience.

At Operose Health, we delivery local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and our empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other because we CARE.

Caring

We listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future.

Ambitious

Through determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care.

Resourceful

Creative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services.

Excellence

We strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners.

As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include:

• Prescribing, online and telephone clinical triage, management of minor illness and LTC advice.
• Delivering safe, clinical decisions and expert care as well as working collaboratively with all team members of a multi professional team and driving innovation, modernisation and high levels of staff and patient satisfaction.

What we look for in new colleagues:

• Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role.
• Previous general practice experience is desirable.

How well support you:

• Annual salary of up to £60,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata.
• Support to gain independent prescribing qualification.
• 1 weeks paid CPD/study leave pro rata per year as well as in house CPD training sessions tailored to meet your needs.
• Access to our bespoke learning management system.
• The benefits of working with an at scale provider of primary care means that we lots of opportunities for our colleagues to specialise and develop.
• Car benefit scheme specialising in electric vehicles.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans
• Discount cards.
• Employee wellbeing services including free yoga videos and employee wellbeing app.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Independent prescribing qualification. Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role. Previous general practice experience is desirable.

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

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

Camden

N15 5AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Receptionist/Administrator

Location: Brunswick Medical Centre

Salary: £25,838.00

Hours: 37.5

Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience.

At Operose Health, we delivery local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and our empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other because we CARE.

Caring

We listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future.

Ambitious

Through determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care.

Resourceful

Creative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services.

Excellence

We strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners.

As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include:

• Responding to patient queries and liaising with the wider primary care team as well as managing appointment requests, signposting patients to our range of services and maintaining patient records and confidentiality.
• Emailing, scanning and coding clinical correspondence.
• Processing prescriptions requests.
• Utilising other information systems to support efficient workflow processes.

What we look for in new colleagues:

• Reception or customer care experience is essential as well as an excellent communicator both spoken and written.
• Must have basic PC skills such as Word, Excel and email.
• Able to work within processes, procedures and maintain confidently and data security.
• Previous experience of working in the NHS is welcome but not essential.

How well support you:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata.
• Access to our bespoke learning management system and annual formative clinical assessments to support competency development.
• The benefits of working with an at scale provider of primary care means that we lots of opportunities for our colleagues to specialise and develop.
• Car benefit scheme specialising in electric vehicles.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans
• Discount cards.
• Employee wellbeing services including free yoga videos and employee wellbeing app.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Reception or customer care experience is essential, along with excellent communication skills both spoken and written. Basic PC skills such as Word, Excel and email are required. Experience working within processes, procedures, and maintaining confidentiality and data security is necessary. While previous experience of working in the NHS is welcome, it is not essential.

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

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

North Central London

WC1N 1AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education (including English and Maths) to GCSE Grade 3/4 or equivalent.
• NVQ / RSA / OCR level lll Typing or Word Processing (or equivalent qualification), or able to demonstrate the equivalent standard of work experience.

Desirable

• Computer literate to ECDL standard or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous administrative experience to enable an understanding of the range of work procedures and practices.
• Customer service/ patient care skills
• Knowledge and understanding of office procedures and protocols.
• Understanding the need for confidentiality
• Knowledge and commitment to Equal Opportunities.

Desirable

• To have worked in a multidisciplinary or healthcare setting
• Knowledge of the NHS

Special Skills/Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to be an effective team worker.
• Motivated and enthusiastic.
• Committed to ongoing development.
• Available to provide cover during periods of sickness and holidays.
• Understanding of own behaviour and how this impacts on colleagues, patients, and visitors.
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written English, to provide routine and complex information.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrable customer service skills.
• Filing, including experience of setting up systems.
• Ability to use a comprehensive range of software packages.
• Able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, e.g., arranging meetings, keeping diaries and time management.
• Able to work unsupervised and prioritise workload.
• Able to demonstrate a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Able to practice high level confidentiality skills.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stroke Pathway Assessment and Rehabilitation Centre (SPARC)

Norfolk Park Road

Sheffield

S2 3QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application.

We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• evidence of professional development

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in community care and specific clinical experience in mental health
• Have an understanding of dementia
• Experience of supervising staff
• Have experience of risk assessments and skills in mental health assessments
• Excellent communication
• Experience of MDT's

Skills

Essential

• Adaptable and flexible
• Keen to learn
• Team player
• skills in mental health assessment and formulation
• skills in depot and meds managment

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Whiteleaf Centre

Bierton Road

Aylesbury

HP20 1EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The key result areas of the postholder are:

• To facilitate speedy and informal resolution of problems and concerns raised by patients/services users, their families, and carers through liaison with Trust staff and other agencies.
• To provide information about local services, including voluntary and statutory agencies and to offer guidance and support to those accessing the service, providing links to services where appropriate.
• To provide high quality guidance and support to Directorates on resolving complaints and concerns
• Run PALS surgeries on all wards and at other locations where services are delivered, to listen to patients about any concerns and to try and resolve these.
• To identify trends and themes arising from concerns and patient feedback ensuring that lessons are learned

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Customer Service Experience

Skills

Essential

• Written/Verbal communication skills

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge of PALS

Desirable

• Knowledge of the NHS complaints procedure.

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Whiteleaf Centre and Warneford Hospital

Aylesbury and Oxford

OX3 7JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our friendly teams are passionate about community nursing and relish the opportunity to use their skills, experience, and knowledge to provide nursing care in peoples own homes. They are enthusiastic and take pride in supporting their team to deliver proactive, caring, safe and excellent standards of patient care to their local communities. Our community nurses work autonomously, delivering high quality and evidence-based nursing care, see problem-solving as a positive challenge, and are creative in many varied and unpredictable clinical situations.

The District Nursing service in Oxfordshire is at the heart of developments in community care, as per the NHS Long Term Plan. A crucial part of the integrated community plans is recognition of the value of the District Nurse Specialist Practitioner Qualification for District Nursing Team Leaders, as advocated by The Queens Nursing Institute, The Kings Fund, and the RCN which we can support you to work towards.

The service currently operates 7 days a week between the core hours of 0800-1830. Shift patterns available are varied and can be discussed at interview with a flexible approach.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse (adult).
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Desirable

• NMC Mentor qualification.
• Prescribing qualification.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge around long term conditions and their management.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Ability to supervise and support a range of individuals including team members, formal and informal carers.
• Demonstrates leadership skills. Ability to plan and organise own and others work.

Desirable

• Previous experience of implementation of change.
• Previous Community Services experience.

Technical expertise/competence

Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of local and national issues influencing the delivery and development of health care.
• Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of evidence based care.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the Clinical Governance requirements.

Desirable

• European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

District Nurse Teams South East Locality

Townlands Memorial Hospital, York Road

Henley

RG9 2DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Package Description

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of our valued team in our Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• Salary of £32,648.00 - £39,177.60 depending on experience, and Group Pension.
• Receive a competitive salary enhancement for working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise
• An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

Job Introduction

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team within the HMP Chelmsford prison. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of pharmaceutical services in a secure and structured environment. You will play a key role in supporting the prison healthcare team, managing medication administration, and ensuring the effective delivery of pharmaceutical services.

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, spread over four days (7:00 AM 6:00 PM), and 20 or 30 part time hours can be arranged for flexible working, following a rolling schedule over an eight-week period. The working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage.

Please follow the below link to get a full insight on a 'day in the life of' one of our valued Pharmacy Technicians:

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.jobs/day-in-the-life-pharmacy-technician

• The post holder will work as an effective member of the Pharmacy team in providing healthcare services, including medication administration to the patients.
• They will assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison.
• The post holder will also provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need.
• The role requires autonomous function and within the scope of competency, whilst being a support and resource to less experienced members of staff.
• Assist with the implementation and development of pharmacy support to all the residential wings in the prison which includes, where appropriate, advising patients on the correct use of medication.
• Maintain clear and comprehensive, signed and contemporaneous records both written and electronic.
• Recognise signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol withdrawal and support patients with substance misuse problems, support patients who are distressed and could be at risk of harming themselves or others or could be at risk of suicide
• Communicate effectively with other team members, prison staff and external agencies both verbally and written
• Undertake all mandatory and additional training as identified
• Use and encourage others to be familiar with the security systems within the prison
• Undertake all duties as required of a Pharmaceutical Professional in HMP Chelmsford and to comply with the competencies, knowledge and skills framework of the Department of Health

Person Specification

• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to build and develop relationships
• Must be confident and capable of autonomous practice and able to work independently

Essential Experience / Qualifications

• Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent
• Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership
• All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi professional team within a fast-paced environment

Desirable Experience

• Experience in a Prison environment
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Qualified in ACT (Accredited Checking Technician)
• Qualified in MMT (Medicines Management Technician)

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. Were 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 doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent. Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership. All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks. Ability to work effectively as part of a multi professional team within a fast-paced 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.

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

As a Pharmacy Team Leaderyou will be part of our valued team in our Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• Salary of£42,324.00depending on experience, and Group Pension.
• Receive a competitive salary enhancement for working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise
• An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

Job Introduction

Working as a Pharmacy Team Leader you will provide high quality care and medication treatment to patients with clinical indications in a prison setting. This role works as part of a team delivering care to patients both within the Healthcare Centres and on the Wings / House blocks within the prison environment as well as establishing and maintaining relationships with staff at all levels, customers and other key stakeholders. Candidate must to be flexible to cover shifts as and when needed and step up to provide support to the team.

The Pharmacy Team Leader will support in the development of the healthcare service and the healthcare staff.

The role will involve integrated working with all areas within the Prison and other services.

If you would like more information please contact:

Recruitment Advisor: Louise Ledward on 07884 659608 or [email protected]

Hiring manager: Jignesh Chavda [email protected]

Our Pharmacy Team Leader:

• Lead, supervise and develop the pharmacy team, including appraisals, performance management, training, induction, and probation support.
• Manage staffing rotas and ensure the team has the skills and competencies required to deliver a safe and effective pharmacy service.
• Provide clinical leadership, assessing patients, supporting medication administration, maintaining accurate records, and referring patients where appropriate.
• Monitor team performance, conduct, and documentation to ensure compliance with professional, clinical, and organisational standards.
• Lead pharmacy meetings and safety huddles, and contribute to multidisciplinary forums such as Medicines Management, Clinical Governance, and Drug Strategy meetings.
• Support audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development to enhance patient outcomes and operational performance.
• Work collaboratively with the Lead Pharmacist, Pharmacy Manager, and wider healthcare teams to ensure safe medicines management across the prison.
• Provide operational support as required, including wing-based healthcare duties, report writing, and attendance at legal proceedings where necessary.
• Promote a positive, professional culture, challenging inappropriate behaviours and demonstrating effective leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role in line with service requirements.

Please note: This list is not exhaustive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the service.

A full list of responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.

Essential

• Qualified ACT (Accuracy Checking Technician)
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to build and develop relationships
• Strong leadership and management skills or working towards these with support and guidance
• Strong customer service skills
• Must be confident and capable of autonomous practice

Experience/Qualifications/knowledge:

• Registered pharmacy technician
• Experience in a similar role
• Experience in a Prison environment highly desirable
• Excellent medication knowledge
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team

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. Were 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 doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified ACT (Accuracy Checking Technician), Registered pharmacy technician

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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