Job description

Job responsibilities

Arranging discharges for ward patients.

Discussion with patients and relatives to establish what support is needed to facilitate discharge out of hospital.

Discussion with multidisciplinary team members including social services, the discharge management team and district nurses.

Liaising with the discharge lounge to arrange discharge home.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant NVQ Level 3/Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant experience.
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
• GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.

Desirable

• Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Good verbal and written command of
• English.
• Ability to act upon own initiative.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work under some pressure.
• Ability to show leadership
• Ability to plan own work.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Willing to take and record patient
• observations.

Desirable

• Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
• Understanding of the role of HCSW.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality

Experience

Essential

• Computer skills.
• Ability to learn new skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience in caring for others.

Special Requirements

Essential

• Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal
• skills.
• Reflective practitioner.
• Ability to work in a busy and varied work
• environment and respond to change.

Desirable

• Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Dispensing
• ACT
• Ward Top-ups
• Support the clozapine Lead with the running of Clozapine.
• To maintain CPD
• Involvement with department Quality Improvement.
• Willing to travel to all sites at SHSC
• Dispensing and checking of Clinical Trials.
• Subject to the provision of appropriate training, participate in the provision of phlebotomy services to SHSC, including training in using and operating the POCHI machine.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Previous and recent experience of working in a pharmacy
• Effective communication
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Friendly and self-motivated
• Professional approach
• Ability to follow set procedures
• Have good problem-solving skills
• Numerate and literate
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Good interpersonal skill
• Able to drive and have access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
• Experience of work involving patient contact
• Computer literacy
• Be willing to participate in the provision of phlebotomy services to SHSC, including training in using and operating the POCHI machine.

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Hold a recognised pharmacy technician qualification e.g. NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services and BTEC level 3 in pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent
• Registration with GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician

Desirable

• Accuracy checking qualification
• An indication of CPD

Experience

Essential

• Previous pharmacy experience

Desirable

• Having worked with the CMM/EPMA computer system
• Have experience of computerised pharmacy systems and an understanding of IT systems in current pharmacy use
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience

Other

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a conscientious and methodical way of working.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changes in working practice.
• Able to demonstrate a willingness to travel to undertake work in other Trust units throughout the city.
• An understanding of working with mentally ill clients

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy Department, Michael Carlisle Centre

75 Osborne Road

Sheffield

S11 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assess plan implement and evaluate programmes of care. To work as a member of a team helping to support student nurses, support staff and more junior members of staff.

Key Result Areas:

Clinical & Patient Care

1. To ensure that comprehensive nursing assessments are carried out for all assigned patients, reflecting patients identified needs.
2. To ensure that each allocated patient has a comprehensive, clear and up to date plan of care, with specified objectives, designed to meet the individuals identified care needs.
3. To ensure that patient care is delivered in a manner consistent with available local guidelines relating to care pathways
4. To ensure patients are aware of the content of their care plans, and have contributed to their development and evaluation
5. Undertake where applicable appropriate decision making in relation to the Mental Health Act, and Code of Practice with regard to patient care, for both detained and informal patients as influenced by risk assessments and MDT decision making.
6. Undertake appropriate action and decision making in relation to the Mental Capacity act and DOLS as part of the MDT approach.
7. To take a positive approach to responding to patients in acute distress or those with complex & ongoing mental health issues.
8. To take positive approaches to patient engagement. Where undertaking specific observations of patients, to do so in line with the available policies and guidelines
9. To ensure that an appropriate therapeutic environment is maintained
10. To ensure that practice in relation to medicines is in line with local guidelines, individual professional requirements and responsibilities, and ensures individual patient involvement, engagement and concordance
11. As a member of the Team, to contribute to providing a quality environment for patients in relation to safety, dignity, comfort and day to day activities
12. Take active and positive approaches to supporting and encouraging patients with their dietary needs
13. Assist medical staff with routine examinationsProfessional
14. To use relevant information in support of patient care and care planning, including available electronic information systems.
15. To contribute to the audit of care plans on a regular basis using an established audit tool.
16. To audit care plans on a regular basis using an established audit tool.
17. To ensure that the care given is regularly and thoroughly evaluated against the objectives in order that the effectiveness of care plans can be maintained.
18. Ensure that their practice remains within the boundaries set by local and national policy, the NMC and statute law.Learning & Development
19. During and upon completion of Preceptorship, (where supervised accordingly) to actively develop skills and experiences in relation to;
    • functioning as the nurse in charge and shift co-ordinator
    • risk assessment processes
    • risk management planning
20. To participate with colleagues in the promotion of an active learning environment in order to maintain and develop high standards of professional and clinical practice.
21. To support the development of junior staff and learners, through effective role modelling, mentorship (for students/ learners), supervision and professional leadership.
22. To participate in own supervision, annual appraisals and personal development planning
23. To undertake necessary essential training, (for example life support, general health and safety, prevention and management of violence and aggression) over a suitable period of time, and additional training as identified in support of clinical and professional development.Management & Team Working
24. Take charge of the shift, occasionally, in the absence of a more senior nurse
25. To exercise proper and effective leadership within the shift team.
26. To contribute to and participate in developing approaches and initiatives relating to clinical governance, audit and service development
27. Liaise closely with all colleagues to ensure co-operation in all areas of work.
28. To understand relevant Trust and Care Group policies and procedures, applying them in practice and informing senior colleagues of issues arising from their implementation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with current NMC registration or awaiting PIN
• Evidence professional development

Desirable

• Mentorship/Practise Assessor qualification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Have the ability & knowledge of working therapeutically with service users who have complex mental health needs
• Excellent communication & listening skills.
• A good knowledge & understanding of recovery-focused and trauma informed care
• Competent in medicines management
• IT literacy & the ability to write in a clear concise and eligible manner
• Ability to remain calm & confident in stressful situations that may arise within a mental health setting
• Ability to work within & contribute to the multi disciplinary team

Desirable

• Appreciation of current practice, research, evidence-based practice and national policy
• Ability to contribute to service development & initiatives

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an adult mental Health setting
• Experience of risk assessment & risk management
• Experience of care-planning and evaluation using a person centred care approach
• Experience of working within a multi disciplinary team
• Experience of managing complex mental health presentations

Desirable

• Experience of working with families and carers in complex situations
• Experience of discharge planning and liaising with community & social services

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 Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northlands Community Health Centre

Southy Hill,

Sheffield

S5 8BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General requirements and principal duties

1. Observe and promote the Trusts policies and procedures including those in respect of conduct, health and safety and equality of opportunities.
2. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development, attending relevant events and learning from good practice elsewhere.
3. Cover the work of other Performance Analysts as required.
4. Partner with stakeholders up to and including general manager level.
5. Effectively manage own workload, deadlines and priorities.
6. Manage requests from multiple stakeholders while maintaining positive relationships.
7. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant clinical and corporate services, stakeholders, processes and systems.
8. Demonstrate a commitment to the Trusts organisational vision and values.Reporting, Business Intelligence and Analytics
9. Support colleagues (up to general manager level) to make the best use of EPR data and performance information.
10. Develop and maintain an understanding of key data sources, data flows and architecture, data warehouse and tabular model, existing data reporting of the Trust, and relevant national and regional benchmarking.
11. Develop and maintain a high-level understanding of the NHS Oversight Framework, commissioner/contractual information reporting requirements and performance against these, CQC registration requirements, national best practice standards and local SHPU targets and objectives.
12. Proactively identify the information reporting and analytics needs of the organisation and add these to the relevant work plan.
13. Elicit detailed reporting requirements from a range of stakeholders by understanding the context of their request. Negotiate changes based on technical/data quality limitations. In conjunction with Senior Performance Analysts, explore opportunities to enhance reports beyond the original specification in line with the context. Document and validate with stakeholders.
14. Work with the Data Warehouse Team to ensure that regularly and/or frequently used metrics are constructed in the data warehouse and tabular model as appropriate.
15. Develop accurate, up-to-date and useful self-service reports that have a professional look and feel, are easy to use, are updated as required and are decommissioned when no longer needed.
16. Use appropriate solutions in line with the Trusts strategic technical direction, escalating exceptions to a Senior Performance Analyst.
17. Publish refreshable reports in line with the change management process.
18. Maintain and improve documentation using approved tools.
19. Support stakeholders up to general manager level to use performance information for decision making, performance management, research and service improvement.
20. Produce information reports on an ad hoc basis.
21. Employ a range of techniques to analyse information that is sometimes complex from a variety of sources. Pragmatically mitigate data quality challenges.
22. Present insights verbally and in writing in an easy-to-understand way to stakeholders with different levels of data literacy, making straightforward recommendations that guide decision making.
23. Keep up to date with new techniques, methods and technologies. Be receptive to suggestions and new ways of working as agreed within the team.
24. Ensure that metrics are reported in line with national information standards and, where not available, make suggestions to Senior Performance Analysts for how these should be defined.
25. Use established techniques for more advanced analytical techniques which deliver predictive and prescriptive analytics within a framework defined by Senior and Lead Performance Analysts.
26. Support clinical and corporate teams to access, understand and interpret clinical data.
27. Provide advice and guidance in relation to performance information and analysis across the Trust.Data Quality
28. Promote high data quality throughout the Trust and support the production and maintenance of systems, processes and training that improve the quality of data.
29. Report on the availability and quality of data.Performance Measurement, Monitoring and Management
30. Apply the Performance Improvement Framework to SHPU teams.
31. Produce performance reports including team level governance reports. Contribute to the Integrated Performance and Quality Report (IPQR).
32. Develop a good understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) and make suggestions for changes.
33. Develop and maintain robust documentation including action logs, recovery plans and exception reports.
34. Use automatically generated statistical process control (SPC) charts to identify when performance is deteriorating or below target and not improving, and track improvements in line with recovery plans.
35. Use capacity and demand models to support performance improvement.
36. Contribute to the production and updating of recovery plans.
37. Support the effective running of performance meetings including the writing, recording and tracking of actions.
38. Contribute to the collation of benchmarking datasets.
39. Triangulate business plans, risks, projects, programme, QI, and service development with performance measurement, monitoring and management.Communication and Relationships
40. Operate effectively in a flexible and demanding environment, proactively engaging with internal and external colleagues.
41. Establish and implement effective working relationships and communications with:Data Warehouse, EPR Configuration and other Digital teams,Clinical Directorates Leadership Team, particularly Heads of Service and General ManagersQuality directorate teams,Strategy and Planning Department, including Programme Management Office,Finance and People directorates.

1. Input using a keyboard and mouse and access service user case notes for the purpose of auditing.
2. Undertake frequent, prolonged, and intense concentration in analysing complex information/data and while undertaking complex calculation and detailed analysis of statistics produced.
3. Work in all areas of the Trust (clinical and non-clinical) and work with clinical information such as service users case notes, incidents, serious untoward incidents, complaints and claims for the purpose of understanding the context of information reporting and performance management.
4. Frequently travel to the different Trust sites to meet with colleagues face to face and develop understanding of clinical and corporate functions.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of statistical/numerical techniques and procedures acquired through degree level qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Use of data visualisation software, ideally Microsoft Power BI
• Problem solving skills and the ability to respond to sudden and unexpected priorities

Experience

Essential

• Presenting findings verbally and in writing
• Analysing complex information from a variety of sources
• Measuring, monitoring and supporting the management of performance

Other

Essential

• Ability to build strong working relationships with clinical and corporate colleagues

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 Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wardsend Road North

45 Wardsend Road North

Sheffield

S6 1LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds NVQ 3 or equivalent in hospitality and catering
• Basic Food Hygiene

Desirable

• Basic Health and Safety

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of work procedures, practices and equipment for a catering service including advanced food hygiene processes
• Previous experience within a catering environment with a range of meals
• Knowledge of portion control and importance of nutrition

Desirable

• Experience of working with the client group relevant to the setting.
• Experience of leading others
• Knowledge and understanding of special dietary and cultural needs, including planning appropriate menus

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills - written/verbal
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Staveley Centre

Calver Crescent

Staveley

S43 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Working Pattern: 0.6 WTE working flexibly Monday - Friday between 07:30 - 17:30

Interview Date: 29/10/2026

For further information please contact: Gill Baker, Senior Operations Manager at [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 32 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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 Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Caring, Aspiring, Professional, Sustainable

JOB VACANCIES

Chef required, up to 24 hours over 3 days

includes weekend working on a rota system

Salary £14.64 per hour

We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic chef to join St Marys Hospice to serve the needs of The Orangery Caf and our wonderful inpatient unit.

Is this you?

A qualified and experienced chef who can work well under pressure preparing and cooking quality fresh food. Experience working in a high-volume kitchen. Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. A self-motivated team player. Willingness to learn and strive in a fast-paced environment.

Applications will close at 5pm Monday 19thOctober 2026

Telephone: 01229 580305

Registered charity number 517738

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St. Mary's Hospice

Address

Ulverston Cumbria

LA12 7JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient Engagement and Outreach

• Proactively contact patients identified as potentially benefiting from the PAC service.
• Explain the purpose, benefits, and processes of the PAC service in a clear and patient-centred manner.
• Build positive relationships with patients and encourage engagement with the service.
• Discuss how the service may support patients to better manage their health, wellbeing, and independence.
• Address patient queries and concerns sensitively and professionally.
• Support patients to understand what to expect from assessments and follow-up support.
• Encourage participation in assessments and associated PAC interventions.
• Identify barriers to engagement and work collaboratively with patients to overcome them where possible.
• Ensure all patient interactions are conducted in a compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental manner.
• Recognise concerns requiring urgent clinical input and escalate appropriately.
• Participate in patient engagement campaigns and initiatives designed to increase service uptake.

Telephony and Enquiries Management

• Monitor and manage the PAC service telephone line during operational hours.
• Act as the first point of contact for patients, carers, relatives, healthcare professionals and partner organisations contacting the service.
• Answer enquiries promptly, professionally and courteously.
• Provide accurate information regarding the PAC service and available support pathways.
• Signpost callers to appropriate healthcare, community, voluntary sector, or support services.
• Direct enquiries to the relevant clinician, care coordinator, manager, or organisation where appropriate.
• Take accurate and comprehensive messages and ensure these are communicated promptly to the relevant team member.
• Escalate urgent clinical, safeguarding, welfare, or operational concerns in line with service procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of all incoming calls, enquiries, actions and outcomes.
• Support the resolution of enquiries and ensure callers receive a positive experience of the service.

Coordination and Administration

• Arrange appointments and assessment bookings for PAC Care Coordinators and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate and timely records using clinical and administrative systems.
• Update patient tracking systems and databases to reflect outcomes of contact attempts and engagement activities.
• Record patient decisions, appointments, declines and follow-up requirements accurately.
• Support management of referral lists and patient pipelines.
• Liaise with GP practices and PAC colleagues regarding patient engagement outcomes.
• Assist with the collection and reporting of service activity data and key performance indicators.
• Ensure compliance with Information Governance, GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
• Support data quality audits and service monitoring exercises.

Service Support and Development

• Promote awareness and understanding of the PAC service across stakeholders and partner organisations.
• Participate in team meetings and service development initiatives.
• Provide feedback regarding patient experience, common themes and barriers to engagement.
• Contribute to the development of patient communication materials and engagement approaches.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to continually improve patient uptake and accessibility of the service.
• Support audits and quality improvement activities where required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• -Experience in a customer service, administration, reception, call handling or patient-facing role.
• -Experience communicating with individuals in a sensitive and professional manner.
• - Experience maintaining accurate records and databases.
• -Experience managing telephone enquiries and communicating effectively over the telephone.

Desirable

• -Previous experience working within the NHS, healthcare, social care or voluntary sector.
• -Experience undertaking proactive telephone outreach campaigns.
• -Experience of appointment booking and service coordination.

Qualifications

Essential

• -Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including English and Mathematics.
• -Evidence of relevant administrative, customer service or healthcare experience.
• -Willingness to undertake relevant training and development.

Desirable

• -Previous experience of working in health or social care sector.
• -Training in customer service, care navigation, motivational interviewing or health coaching.
• - NVQ level 3 in related field.

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

Sutton Primary Care Networks

Address

Thomas Wall Centre

52 Benhill Avenue

Sutton

Surrey

SM1 4DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Context

• The Care Act was the most significant change in social care legislation in 70 years. The Act introduced a number of new duties for local authorities, including the wellbeing principles and statutory responsibilities to carers and safeguarding adults at risk of harm or neglect. The Act also introduced a new national eligibility criterion for adult social care. The Act represents a shift in social care practice to encompass all professions within social care and emphasises personalisation in social work practice, where assessment is considered an intervention and where social work practice should take account of the individual strengths of the person, their family and friends and wider community.
• The new Adult Social Care Assurance Framework will measure the quality and effectiveness of adult social care services within the Local Authority. There will be a significant focus on developing staff awareness of performance, quality, the experience and outcomes for people using social care services and continuous assessment of local authorities against nationally agreed Key Lines of Enquiry.
• You will work as part of the team under the Practice Lead, Portfolio Lead or Countywide Group Manager in a specific locality or team. The focus of the Advanced Practitioner in the team is to implement the requirements of the Care Act with a focus on quality, performance, practice and outcomes for people. In a local team, this extends to include complex casework and supporting Practice Leads with safeguarding coordination and any other relevant legislation applicable to specialist country wide teams.
• Working across adults, older adults community social care teams as well as in specialist team areas, the main focus of the role will be supporting the Practice Lead, Portfolio Leads and Countywide Group Managers with quality assurance, team performance, coordination of safeguarding and complex casework. Advanced Practitioners will have line management responsibility of a small number of Social Care Coordinators and Wellbeing Officers.

Operational Management

• Directly line manage a small group of social care coordinators and wellbeing Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Work with specific teams within the scope of the line manager in ensuring that practice is compliant with relevant legislation, is safe and of good quality.
• Develop staff awareness and practice in respect of performance and quality.
• Ensure the compliance of designated operational teams with various performance requirements.
• In conjunction with leads to undertake quality monitoring of adult social care, social work, occupational therapy practice through the review of assessment and support planning in accordance with timescales and other quality standards agreed in local procedures alongside other procedures.
• Ensure that support planning reflects the personal, familial and community assets or strengths of the adult with care and support needs or carer and that the principles of best value are consistently applied.
• Ensure that practice and support planning meet the desired outcomes for people and that their views and opinions are reflected in social work practice and recording.
• Ensure that the national eligibility criteria are consistently applied, with a clear rationale for the decision being made and that due consideration is given to the wellbeing principle.
• Report to line manager any areas of concern around practice, performance or concordance with legislative requirements.
• Ensure the Practice Development Officers are aware of any issues and assist in developing, implementing and managing improvements in practice within Adult Social Care Community teams and their interfaces with other professionals in relevant agencies.
• Ensure teams have processes in place to support the Performance framework and highlight interventions and trends in social care, social work, occupational therapy practice within their specific locality.
• Lead on a program of audit and review of activities across the Directorate which identify improvements in performance and lead to better service standards.
• Report to the leads any issues of particular risk to adults with care and support needs or care or services which might attract attention from Members or the media.
• To work towards the highest possible levels of data quality.
• To ensure a consistency of approach and outcomes.
• Deputise for leads as required.

Resource Management

• Provide day-to-day information advice and guidance to staff within a specific locality.
• Support the Practice Team in ensuring that training delivered meets required standards and reflects current best practice.
• Ensure local managers and staff to use initiative in the identification of key issues in relation to improving performance, existing systems and activity, and produce proposals to address these.
• To ensure that all staff and managers have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities, with regard to the performance and quality agenda and to develop appropriate skills to deliver the performance agenda.
• Be a Practice Educator for students who are placed in or visiting the team as agreed with line manager.

Communications

• Communicate effectively with other practitioners and professionals to ensure required outcomes are achieved.
• To ensure regular communication of performance issues to all staff in ways that are easily understandable.
• Provide professional information, advice and guidance as required.
• Represent North Yorkshire Council as required with internal and external customers.
• Develop expertise in coaching and mentoring staff who are less experienced.
• In conjunction with the Practice Development Officers deliver workshops and or learning events to support the ongoing development of social work practice in specific teams, locality or across the county as required.

Systems and Information

• Ensure that practitioners utilise the current business processes to support the Adult Social Care in relation to case recording, quality, performance, and financial monitoring and outcomes for people.
• Based on the analysis of the data collection contribute to the development and monitoring of improvement plans within a specific locality.
• Assist in the collection of performance and outcome data and make appropriate use of IT systems.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement and development of Adult Social Care processes and systems in conjunction with the strategic objectives of the Directorate.
• To work with leads in developing team/ service targets for performance gains on a monthly basis in line with national and Directorate expectations.
• To ensure early identification of variations in performance and quality using diagnostic tools.
• To work with leads to develop solutions and implement action plans locally and ensure that best practice is shared across the County.
• To analyse and interpret data in order to identify the most effective courses of action.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educate to degree level or equivalent with a professional social care qualification. e.g. Degree in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, DipSW, CQSW.
• Professional registration with Social Work England or HCPC.

Desirable

• Best Interest Assessor Training
• Approved Mental Health Professional qualification
• Practice Educator or equivalent qualification

Occupational Skills

Essential

• Ability to work independently using experience and initiative.
• Ability to work well with others to promote Directorate and Health and Adult Services policies and objectives.
• Ability to contribute to an annual service performance plan and monitor standards to facilitate continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to use persuasion, influencing and or negotiation techniques to influence others.
• Resilience skills. Works productively in a pressurised environment and supports others to do so.
• Ability to act calmly during difficult circumstances and recovers quickly from setbacks.
• Effective time management and planning skills, meets deadlines.
• Effective written communication skills, communicates effectively in writing to produce documents in a range of formats and styles to suit a range of audiences. Excellent case recording and report writing skills.
• Decision making skills, can make decisions within own area of responsibility which may involve considering risks.
• Ability to monitor quality and service standards.
• Good IT skills including use of email, intranet, internet, word, excel and inputting date into the Councils assessment system.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Problem solving skills, uses creativity and innovation to generate solutions to problems.
• Resource Management skills.
• Planning and project management skills.
• Ability to respond to a changing environment and performance demands, flexible and adaptable.
• Creative and Innovative.
• Highly motivated.
• Open manner, with the ability to work well with colleagues at all levels in the organisation.
• Effective leadership skills and the ability to promote Directorate and Adult and Community Services operational policy and objectives.

Experience

Essential

• Advanced practitioners must have substantial experience in adult social care undertaking complex work in the application of relevant legislation.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of effective assessment and social care practice to deliver the best outcomes for people.
• Knowledge and understanding of social care policy developments and good practice at a local and national level.
• Knowledge of community, residential and day services for adults with social care needs.
• Good working knowledge, understanding and application of the Care Act and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of other relevant legislation for adult social care, for example the Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act and other relevant legislation pertaining to Specialist area.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements, including requirements in respect, equality and anti-discrimination legislation, data protection and confidentiality.
• Knowledge and understanding of how Equality & Diversity, Dignity & Respect and Human Rights will apply to this role.
• Understanding of information for internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Understanding of quality and service standards at a multi-agency level.
• Demonstrable experience of adult social care operations and management in a local authority, major independent service organisation or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience of undertaking complex assessment of health or social care needs in a community setting.
• Experience of applying asset and strength-based approaches into practice.
• Demonstrable experience of initiating the appropriate statutory and other actions required to undertake adult protection investigations.
• Experience of working positively in a changing environment.
• Experience of working with management information.
• An understanding of the performance assessment framework and ability to understand and analyse trends.
• Experience of promoting the achievement of equality standards throughout the organisation.

Desirable

• Have an awareness and understanding of financial systems and budget management.
• Experience of working with and implementing organizational culture change strategies.
• Relevant experience in the management of specific resources in a changing organisational environment, including human and financial resources.

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

North Yorkshire Council

Address

County Hall

Racecourse Lane

Northallerton

North Yorkshire

DL7 8AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will join the secretarial team within Integrated Medicine who are dedicated in the delivery of a quality service to our stakeholders.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications/Knowledge

Essential

• RSA/OCR Level III or equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience
• Good standard of education
• Comprehensive knowledge of medical/surgical terminology

Desirable

• ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) or similar qualification
• Knowledge of University Health Board procedures
• Medical Secretary qualification e.g. AMSPAR

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a secretarial role
• Experience of working in a busy environment
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
• Knowledge of the Welsh PAS (Myrddin) system

Desirable

• Experience of working in a hospital environment
• Experience of supervising staff

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent keyboard and audio typing skills
• Excellent communication and telephone skills
• Able to deal with patients and relatives in a sympathetic manner
• Ability to deal with staff at all levels
• Confidentiality and diplomacy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills

Desirable

• Setting up office systems
• Ability to take shorthand
• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Leve 3 and above

Values

Essential

• Motivated, enthusiastic, and must be a team player but with the ability to work on own initiative

Other

Essential

• Reliable and flexible to meet service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Princess of Wales Hospital

Coity Road

Bridgend

CF31 1RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

OVERALL PURPOSE: To utilise specialist skill and knowledge in providing a high level of practical and emotional care. Provide support to patients and their families who are in the last year of life and whose preferred place of care is home.

JOB PURPOSE: The HCA will assist in the identification of health needs and participate in the delivery and evaluation of care that meets the needs of the designated patient caseload. Working in partnership with a range of health care professionals they will undertake a range of delegated tasks that include:

· Supporting admission/discharge of patients

· Provide care to enable patients to remain at home

· Bereavement support

CLINICAL CARE

· Under the direction of the healthcare professional, participate in the assessment, admission and discharge and handover of patients.

· Assist in the management of continence including catheter drainage, stoma care and incontinence garments.

· Provide support and assistance to professionals in the implementation of plans of care for individual patients.

· Assist with washing, bathing, showering, dressing, undressing, hair and oral care as part of 72-hour care package.

· Recognise when patients’ symptoms or general well-being has changed and report to nurse in charge.

· Monitor and report pressure area concerns.

· Respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care.

· Ensure the safe handling and mobilisation of patients and when necessary to assist in the transportation of patients.

· Chaperone patients to and from home/hospital/hospice following assessment by a registered nurse, to maintain patient safety.

· Care for the body after death and support family members/carers appropriately.

· Respond to patient requests for non-clinical information to improve communication.

· Facilitate an effective and efficient handover of patients between each community service.

· Provide practical comfort, care and support to patients, carers, and families. Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical and personal care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs, and doctrines.

· Recognise the patient’s right to privacy, dignity and confidentiality, showing due regard for the patient’s property.

· Act as an advocate for patients to ensure a patient-orientated approach to the delivery of care.

PSYCHOLOGICAL CARE

· Lead the ‘what matters to me’ conversations with patients and families incorporating PPD discussions and ensuring information is passed on to appropriate health care professionals involved in care.

· Provide comfort and support to patients, carers, and family, including bereavement support.

· Ensure Trinity community nursing service is represented in a professional and compassionate manner.

· Work alongside Clinical Psychologist/ Linden Centre/Clergy to ensure psychological needs of patient and family are met.

· Report/ Discuss any safeguarding concerns to adult safeguarding lead.

MANAGEMENT OF DESIGNATED COHORT OF PATIENTS

· Support the transfer of information via Team leader/ CNS manager at shift handover regarding patient’s progress.

· Attend and actively participate in care planning meetings, case conferences and Complex MDT neighbourhood meetings.

· Ensure all essential information is collated on EMIS for your designated cohort of patients.

· Record a summary of care at agreed designated times.

· Report any concerns back to nurse in charge.

· Take responsibility for the organisation of care and support to patients and families, following the plan of care outlined by qualified lead nurse.

· Accommodate a flexible work shift pattern covering a 24-hour rota.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· To undertake all mandatory training as required by Trinity hospice and palliative care services.

· Participate in appropriate in-service training as and when required.

· Maintain the strict confidentiality of all information acquired especially regarding patients and staff.

· To ensure all documentation is contemporaneous, clear, and accurate and plans of care are updated in accordance with the needs of the patient.

· To undertake an appraisal and personal development review annually, and through self-development continuously update and improve knowledge and competencies.

· To be a co-operative and supportive member of the Trinity staff team, ensuring that all members are aware of any issues in the post holders’ workload, which may affect other members of the Trinity team.

· Act in accordance with Trinity hospice values and associated behaviours.

· To support volunteers utilised in your area and to develop working relationships providing regular feedback on their performance.

· To take responsibility for being up to date with current policies and procedures and to adhere to these.

· Attend staff meetings

· Promote best practice in relation to health and safety.

· To always promote the Hospice philosophy and uphold Trinity’s core values.

· Make use of available opportunities to extend clinical and professional knowledge.

· Develop and maintain communication skills at a high level when speaking to patients, families, and other health care professionals.

· Maintain personal development plan.

This job description is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder and according to future changes/developments in the service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• English language GCSE Grade C or above or Equivalent
• NVQ 2 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• IT competency qualification and/or use of EMIS

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Pleasant, warm personality with a kind and sympathetic attitude
• Self motivated
• Demonstrate a commitment to caring for people
• Ability to adjust to change
• Flexibility regarding working rota
• UK Driving license and access to car
• Commitment to the vision, values, and objectives of Trinity Hospice
• Ability to work unsociable hours

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Able to communicate well verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow instructions
• Basic IT skills including Word (e.g., able to log-in, use email, check calendars etc., and log out)
• Able to physically carry out duties of this role (see Job Description)
• Able to follow instructions and use own initiative
• Willingness to learn new tasks, procedures, or methods

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work unsocial hours
• A flexible approach to working patterns

Experience

Essential

• Three years experience in health care setting
• Have ability to establish good working relationships and works well in a team

Desirable

• Community experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Trinity Hospice

Address

Low Moor Road

Blackpool

Lancashire

FY2 0BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Liaison directly with patients, staff and visitors on a daily basis requires a high standard of care and commitment. Awareness must be maintained that often patients may be anxious or distressed and must be dealt with the utmost sensitivity and respect.

• Close communication with the Consultants and staff within the service to ensure that clinics run smoothly and are filled

• Manage urgent requirements for patients needed same day appointments/assessments;

• Take accurate information from referrals. and self-referrals from existing ophthalmology patients, to enable clinician to grade referral appropriately.

• Track all follow up patients in the Macular pathway to provide assurance that appointments are within clinically led timelines

• Managing complex queries with timetables and planning, requiring discussion and negotiating with clinicians, using persuasive and communication skills where needed.

• Analyse daily clinic capacity and organise the rebooking of any cancelled clinics slots as appropriate, ensuring any breaches are avoided and ensuring that capacity is used

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to diploma level or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience/ knowledge

Experience

Essential

• Experience of co-ordinating a macular service
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience of NHS working.
• Experience of producing reports and minutes of meetings.

Technical skills

Essential

• Computer Skills

Language requirement

Essential

• Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• A team player with excellent communication skills, compassion and a good bedside manner along with excellent practical, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Diligent
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis with all levels of staff
• Ability to travel

And will undertake:

• Patient consultations at home and within the surgery
• Physical examinations
• Diagnosis and treatment of illnesses/ailments
• Health education
• Relevant administration
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals and/or hospitals

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in general practice and working in multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of using SystmOne
• Experience with Primary Care interfaces such as AskmyGP, Footfall, AccuRx.
• Experience of telephone and video consultations

Qualifications

Essential

• Holder of MBBS or MBChB or BMedSci
• Certificate of Completed Training or pre-decessor
• GMC registration
• On medical performers list
• work permit if applicable

Desirable

• Experience of SystmOne

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

Larwood Health Partnership

Address

56 Larwood Avenue

Worksop

Nottinghamshire

S81 0HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Medical Degree

Desirable

• MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Eligibility

Essential

• GMC Registration
• Specialist Register

Desirable

• Approved Clinician

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pennington Unit, Leigh Infirmary

The Avenue

Leigh

WN1 1HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for detailed job description and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• qualification - doctorate in clinical/counselling psychology or accredited psychological therapist in a NICE recommended talking therapy e.g., accredited CBT therapist, accredited CAT therapist.
• Relevant registration (HCPC, BABCP)

Desirable

• Completion of further post qualification training within psychological therapies (e.g., CAT, CBT, EMDR etc.).

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable significant post-qualification experience of specialist psychological work with adults with complex needs within a secondary care setting and MDT
• Demonstrable experience of providing clinical supervision and consultation to psychologists, psychological therapists, or other core health professions and non-therapists
• Experience of leadership (e.g. clinical leadership, teaching/training, leading service development, chairing meetings)

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of a trauma informed approach to distress and the value and purpose of therapeutic relationships as a tool for intervention
• Understanding of the national guidance, and policy directives in relation to the development and delivery of psychological therapies within community services.

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wigan CMHT

Claire House

Phoenix Way

WN3 4NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Consultant Dermatologists Weekend Insourcing Opportunities

Location: Multiple across England

Availability: Weekend Sessions

Rates: Competitive

We are currently seeking experienced Consultant Dermatologists to join our teams for weekend insourcing lists, supporting NHS waiting lists.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues in a well-supported, patient-focused environment while offering additional flexible weekend sessions.

The successful applicant will cover 2 week wait cancer clinics and general dermatology clinics.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

Assess and treat patients on hospital waiting lists.

Interpret diagnostic tests and clinical findings.

Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

Provide clinical guidance and support to junior medical staff where appropriate.

Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation, including follow-up recommendations for Trust pathways.

Requirements

GMC registration with Specialist Register accreditation in Dermatology.

Active Licence to Practise.

Proven experience working as a Consultant Dermatologist within the NHS.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work autonomously and make sound clinical decisions.

Why Join Us

Flexible weekend scheduling to suit your availability.

Work alongside like-minded, highly experienced consultants in your specialty.

Professional, well-organised working environment.

Dedicated support from experienced dermatology nurses and HCAs.

Patient-centred service model with efficient clinic support.

Competitive remuneration for your expertise and time.

Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to reducing patient waiting times.

£750 referral fee available.

If this opportunity is of interest, Id be delighted to discuss it further. Please get in touch for a confidential conversation we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Lamin Bojang on [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration with Specialist Register accreditation in Dermatology.
• Active Licence to Practise.
• Proven experience working as a Consultant Dermatologist within the NHS.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and make sound clinical decisions.

Desirable

• Specialist Register accreditation in Dermatology.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with NHS patients.

Desirable

• Substantive in the NHS

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with NHS patients.

Desirable

• Substantive in the NHS

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

18 Week Support Limited

Address

3rd Floor

19-21 Great Tower Street

London

EC3R 5AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)