Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

This role is split between working within the cardio-respiratory team as a healthcare science assistant. You will play a crucial role in assisting our cardiologists, respiratory consultants and cardiac physiologists with the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. The department covers a variety of non-invasive diagnostic tests, such as electrocardiograms (ECG), Spirometry, Ambulatory Holter recordings which you will perform as part of your cardiographer role, you will also work within the echocardiography section of the department, transferring patients from the wards to the department, helping patients to undress, explaining the procedure and having general responsibility for the patient whilst within the department. A large percentage of the role will be computer based to include maintaining patient digital information via the hospitals electronic records system full training will be given for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will require:

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, ideally also have GCSE in a science subject
• Level 2/3 Healthcare Diploma or equivalent.
• Have previous healthcare experience in Cardiology, preforming ECG and fitting Ambulatory monitors would be desirable
• Excellent communication, organisational and team skills.
• Be able to demonstrate their ability to work as a team player and able to contribute to our multidisciplinary team, working closely with our Cardiology Consultants, specialist nurses and cardiology team members.

If you would like to be part of our friendly and committed team, we would love to hear from you.

Working Pattern: We care for our patients around the clock so we will need you to work a range of shift patterns. These range from short shifts, day shifts between 8am and 8pm and 12.5-hour day and night shifts with an hour break in the ward areas. Please do check this at your interview.

Depending on your shift pattern and working hours, you may also receive additional enhancements to your pay.

Interview Date: 04/09/26

For further information please contact: Sally-Anne Pester, Cardio-Respiratory HoD on 01271 322475 or [email protected].

This is a fixed term contract from 10/12/2026 until 11/07/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

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 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is fixed term until 01/09/2027

Post holder will also have opportunity to be fully conversant with Clinical Governance process and will contribute to Departmental Clinical Governance.

There are weekly teaching sessions organised where attendance would be expected (unless on leave or working night shifts).

In line with Trust policy, study leave will be provided for the post holder to pursue higher qualifications related to EM as well as some monies towards partly funding of life support courses.

The Emergency Department provides a Consultant-led service; post holders will form an integral part of the multidisciplinary team that provides Emergency Services. As part of this responsibility, the team, will, be involved in the planning and development of emergency care and the development of an acute assessment unit.

Together with the departmental management team, the post-holder will plan and develop the departments Major and CBRN Incident Response Plans and will participate in exercises to test and develop these plans.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Full MRCEM
• Full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold current license to practice
• Evidence of 5 years of medical experience postgraduate.
• Previous Emergency Medicine experience

Desirable

• MRCS or MRCP
• Evidence of 36 months training at CT1, CT2 and CT3 level in the specialties that make up the ACCS and CT3 EM programme but must include a minimum of 6 months in Emergency Medicine and a minimum of 3 months in specialties other than Emergency Medicine. If MSK has not been completed, then a minimum of 9 months EM is required
• ACCS EM competences at Core Trainee level Programme or equivalent

Clinical Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of achievement of Foundation Competencies from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation
• Evidence of completion of at least two Life Support course i.e., ALS, ATLS or APLS/EPLS
• Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement. Able to prioritise clinical need.
• Evidence of completion of short/training courses relevant to EM e.g., airway or ultrasound.

Desirable

• Specialties outside acute care common stem training (where not laboratory based), such as -Medical specialties e.g., cardiology, geriatric medicine, and respiratory medicine -Surgical specialties, such as Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic, Plastic, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, General or Oral & Maxillofacial surgery.
• Instructor status in any of life support courses

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Evidence of involvement in clinical governance e.g., handling a complaint, incident reporting
• Evidence of leading on clinical audit.

Desirable

• Evidence of having led on a patient safety issue.
• Evidence that personal audit has led to change of practice.

Academic / Research / Teaching Skills

Essential

• Evidence of academic endeavour such as either a completed research project, published paper, clinical topic review, critical appraisal, evidence-based medicine guidelines or publication
• Evidence of interest and experience in teaching

Desirable

• Evidence of degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, or additional evidence-based medicine & e-learning modules
• Evidence of contribution to departmental guidelines
• Evidence of active participation in research
• Publications in peer review journals, presentations at academic meetings or poster presentations
• Evidence of completion of a teaching course

Personal Skills

Essential

• Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems, particularly in relation to clinical governance
• Demonstrates awareness of developing situations
• Capacity to function under pressure
• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility & resilience to cope with setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Awareness of own limitations & when to ask for help
• Capacity to take in others' perspectives and see patients as people
• Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation

Probity

Essential

• Demonstrates Probity (as outlined by GMC)
• Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality & ethical issues

Commitment to Specialty

Essential

• Demonstrates interest and realistic insight into emergency medicine
• Demonstrates self-awareness & ability to accept feedback
• Evidence of achievement relevant to emergency medicine within and outside of medicine

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, your key responsibilities will include raising purchase orders against Homecare prescriptions, receipting goods onto our system & also processing invoices for payment through our CMM computer system. Other duties include looking after homecare provider statements & co-ordinating the daily emails & queries. You will also be responsible for supervising & organising the team of pharmacy support workers. This vacancy does not meet the Home Office threshold for sponsorship therefore we are unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK.The ideal candidate will have:- IT experience- suitable supervisory & organisational skills- show attention to details- excellent written and verbal communication- ability to prioritise workload - ability to work independently

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• 2 GCSE's or equivalent grades A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview)
• NVQ 2 in Pharmacy or other Level 2 approved GPhC qualification for pharmacy support staff
• Supervisory qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience of supervision
• Previous pharmacy experience (hospital or community) or supervisory experience
• Must be able to commit to completing 'in-house' training programme within 6 months of starting. Opportunities to progress are available but may require additional qualifications to meet eligibility criteria to undertake additional qualifications
• Must be able to work late evenings, bank holidays and weekend working according to rota requirements
• Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (if necessary with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act).
• Required to lift and handle packages, weighing up to 15kg on a repetitive basis. (Reasonable adjustment may be made) Required to move pallets weighing between 500 and 600kg using an unpowered pallet truck daily (Receipts posts only)

Desirable

• Other healthcare qualifications
• GCSEs in science-based or other role specific relevant subjects
• Previous experience in health or social care (if not pharmacy)
• Experience in stock control i.e., receiving, maintaining and / or issuing stock
• Clinical trials or research experience (Clinical trials only)

Trust Values

Essential

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Training & experience in Dermatology
• Full GMC Registration
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• Experience in skin cancer diagnosis and treatment

Clinical Practice

Essential

• Sufficient clinical experience in dermatology to work independently
• Ability to communicate effectively

Desirable

• NHS experience

Management

Essential

• Commitment to effective departmental management

Experience

Essential

• Experiance in both adults and paediatrics
• 4 years ST experience 2 years within the Specialty

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• Essential for the role
• Applicants should be a qualified CBT Therapist with BABCP-approved postgraduate training (Level 1 or Level 2) and BABCP accreditation. Applicants who are not yet accredited must be registered with BABCP, actively working towards accreditation, and able to submit their application within 12 months. Candidates should also have post-qualification experience delivering CBT within mental health settings, including inpatient and/or outpatient services.
• Accreditation:
• Accreditation with a relevant professional body is required. If the accreditation body is National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), Senior Accreditation is required; otherwise, candidates must be working towards the required level of accreditation. In certain circumstances, we may consider applicants who are working towards accreditation, provided this can be completed within 12 months of appointment.

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

Priory Healthcare

Address

Priory Lane

Roehampton

Greater London

SW15 5JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• QualificationsAn approved apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering. ONC Elec/Mech + relevant practical experience Or HNC Elec/Mech + practical relevant experience Or equivalent technical qualification + relevant experience.

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of Health and Safety,current Electrical/Mechanical/building services legislation
• Experience of working within a building services team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory Hospital Preston

£36,176 - £38,596

Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Preston has an opportunity for a Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our team.

Based in Bartle, near Preston, Priory Hospital Preston is a 50-bedded mental health hospital, offering an extensive range of services, delivered across four wards. We can support adult males and females with acute mental health needs and eating disorders, and specialise in the management and treatment of these conditions.

Priorys acute services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC registration
• Experience of delivering safe, person-centred care within a mental health setting
• Good understanding of risk assessment, care planning and medication management.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Desirable

• Experience working within a hospital or inpatient mental health environment.
• Experience supporting patients with complex mental health needs.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of recovery-focused and therapeutic approaches.

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

Priory Healthcare

Address

Rosemary Lane

Bartle

Preston

PR4 0HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for co-ordinating the provision of continuous clinical care within allocated resources, providing a quality service and high clinical standards for all patients in your areaTo be responsible for the management of all human resource issues relating to the staff employed in your areaTo act as Budget Holder, accountable for the management of the unit budget, and for the management of the charitable fundTo exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.To role model compassionate and inclusive leadershipTo liaise and co-ordinate the ODU team through the use of effective communication and evidence-based practiceTo provide the highest standard of holistic care for Oncology /Haematology patients undergoing treatment and supportive care, through the utilisation of advanced clinical skills.To contribute to the setting, standardisation and maintaining of standards of care across all sites delivering Chemotherapy and SACT Trust wideTo participate in the on- call rota for the Trust wide Chemotherapy Emergency Helpline

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level Registered Nurse
• Degree in Nursing or relevant study at degree level.
• Registered mentor
• SACT administration qualification
• Advanced Clinical Skills Qualification
• Non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake within 18 months

Desirable

• Managerial qualification
• IRMER qualification or willingness to undertake
• Advanced Communication qualification or willingness to undertake
• ECDL qualification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive skills and knowledge in Oncology
• Previous oncology experience at Band 6
• LEO or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Demonstrate knowledge of specialty, as appropriate

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Alnwick Infirmary

Infirmary Drive

Alnwick

NE66 2NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northumbria.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 Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

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

As part of your induction, you will be required to attend face-to-face training sessions and/or complete e-learning modules relevant to your role. If you have previously worked for another NHS organisation before joining Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW), we can transfer eligible mandatory training records where appropriate, helping to avoid unnecessary duplication of learning.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS (or equivalent)
• Registered with GMC
• Completion of a post-CCT Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship
• Possession of CCT / CESR

Desirable

• Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
• Other degrees, e.g. BSc, MSc MD

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature
• Understand the principles of audit

Desirable

• Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of leadership
• Organisational ability
• Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations
• Able to get on with other members of the multi disciplinary team
• Credibility and integrity
• A sympathetic approach to patients and relatives
• Ability to establish good professional relationships with others

Desirable

• Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
• To have undertaken a postgraduate communication skills course
• An understanding of corpocracy 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.

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 & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals

Hermitage Lane

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level.
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Degree and/ or an appropriate professional qualification
• CIPD qualified or equivalent experience
• Programme and Project management qualification (e.g. Prince2 Practitioner; Agile Project Management Practitioner or APM qualification) or equivalent experience.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing projects, including project planning, project control and project management.
• Experience in managing stakeholders, taking account of their levels of influence and particular interests.
• Experience of preparing briefing papers and correspondence at senior management team level.
• Experience of managing risks, identifying issues and reporting.
• Experience of working with a variety of stakeholders on complex projects

Knowledge

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge in Human Resource Management Working knowledge of NHS People policies and national agendas.

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

• Well-developed data analysis and interpretation skills involving highly complex data, with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources.
• Capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately to a diverse and varied range of audiences consisting of internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project principles, techniques and tools.
• Advanced working knowledge and proficiency in all Microsoft Office packages (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and internet use).
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build relations with internal and external partners which are critical in securing the strategic objectives of the business.
• Able to deal with challenging people and to cope with confidential and sensitive information.
• Support decision making on difficult and contentious issues where there may be several courses of action.
• Clear communicator with excellent written and presentations skills.
• Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information, using experience to make inferences and decision making.
• Able to demonstrate and role model behaviours consistent with Trust Core Values

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Tickhill Road Hospital

DN4 8QN

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Employer details

Employer name

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Bassett Street Social Services,

Bassett Street

Wigston, Leicester

Leicestershire

LE18 4PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will find a detailed description of the role and the job plan in the job pack, which is attached within supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c.European Community Rights
• MRCP (or equivalent)
• Full GMC Registration

Desirable

• MD, PhD

Experience

Essential

• Good writing and presentation skills
• Comprehensive training appropriate to this post
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion in a range of problems within specialty
• Willingness to develop an area of special interest to fit in with current establishment and service needs
• Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures

Desirable

• Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Recognised teaching skills course/ medical education qualification.
• Exposure to a variety of working environments.

Academic, Audit, Research

Desirable

• Publications in peer reviewed journals.

Management / Teaching

Essential

• Experience of undergrad teaching
• Experience of conducting clinical audit
• Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities
• Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making
• Ability to organise research and work within research Governance procedures

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt and work flexibly
• An enquiring and critical approach to work
• Caring attitude to patients
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other staff and agencies
• Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake a leadership role
• Calm under pressure

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

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals North Midlands

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

You will be able to find a full job description and personal specification attached within the supporting documents or please click 'apply now' to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications And Knowledge

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power-point etc.).

Desirable

• Science at GCSE or above.
• Understanding of Pathology service and laboratory experience.
• IBMS Certificate of Achievement Level 1 and/or 2
• Knowledge of hospital specialties

Experience

Essential

• Good employment history
• Conscientious and dependable.
• Sense of responsibility.

Desirable

• Previous experience of NHS or healthcare environment.

Other Essential Criteria

Essential

• Ability to travel within geographical area, to drive health board vehicle to deliver products and work hours flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
• Ability to stand for long periods and to perform frequent, repetitive movements.

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

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Morriston Hospital / Singleton Hospital / NPT Hospital

Swansea

SA6 6NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Input into Health Roster: e-expenses, e-roster shift changes, annual leave changes

InPhase: Check incident actions, collate incidents, create reports from incidents to assist Team / Professional Leads and Locality Manager

To access relevant systems, update risks, HR information, staff records, milestones and actions, including Word and Excel documents on the instruction of Admin Team Lead, Professional Leads and Locality Managers

EMIS support, caseload maintenance and problem solving

Referral and data inputting (EMIS)

Data collection to assist Team / Professional Lead and Locality Manager to produce CCIs / KPIs / IWGC / Orbis Lone Worker Device reports

Data collection to assist the Teams / Professional Lead and Locality Manager to produce data quality reports

To update as instructed by Team / Professional Lead and Locality Manager, Team action plan as required

Complete staff change forms as per policy and as instructed by Team / Professional Lead and Locality Manager

Communicates with internal and external stakeholders passing relevant information to team or Professional Leads and Locality Manager as required

Disseminate appropriate communications to other Administration Support

Communicates using a wide range of sources including telephone, IT, emails, written and face to face contact

Takes and conveys messages, reporting any changes to the Team or Professional Lead in charge. This may be work scheduled or changes in patients conditions and disseminate appropriate information to junior staff

Undertake data collection and collation activities effectively and to time using agreed systems

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 RSA /EDI Level 3/OCR Level 3 or equivalent
• Experience using Office 2000 including Word

Desirable

• Experience of Excel and e mail packages to Level 3 standard

Experience

Essential

• Able to prioritise own workload
• Able to maintain efficient filing system

Skills

Essential

• Take messages accurately and clearly
• Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Must be able to manage resources effectively

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Work as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Able to demonstrate an awareness of confidentiality

Other

Essential

• Must be a non-smoker whilst on duty
• Must be able to work flexible hours
• Must be willing to undertake Criminal Records Disclosure at enhanced level
• Must be legally entitled to work in this country

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The NHS Orchard Centre for Community Health

Lower Hillmorton Road

Rugby

CV21 3SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working independently and alongside GPs to identify appropriate care plans and treatment methods for patients through face to face appointments, telephone consultations and home visits

Using clinical nursing practice at an advanced level to deliver quality care and advice to patients and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the options for achieving control of symptoms and assessing the health needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.The post holder will liaise with the care home to carry out a weekly ward round.

Prescribe medication appropriate to patient needs or refer the patient to a community pharmacy who will provide designated minor aliment services and prescription advice

Provide leadership to the Practice Nurse and HCA. Support the nurse lead.

Supporting the practice and PCN delivery of the Covid response / Vaccine delivery

Acting on Path Lab results /investigation report and hospital correspondences.

Administrative and Medication tasks

Please see documents attached for full details on the role. It is essential that the candidate has a track record of working as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in a GP Practice or in other GP Primary Care Services.

The benefits include:

-Access to the NHS Pension

-6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

-Wider development through the Federation and Primary Care Training Hub

-Occupational Health Support and eye care scheme

-Paid time to undertake mandatory training and induction

-Access to Employment law support and qualified HR

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully Qualified ANP
• Meet the RCN standards ANP
• Be educated to Masters level (180 level 7 points (Scottish equivalent of level 11)
• Active clean NMC registration
• Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Independent Prescriber
• Mandatory training completed

Desirable

• Willingness to develop and work towards further advancement
• Interest in specialties / working towards a qualification
• Mentorship qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a General Practice
• Setting an example of professional standards to non-clinical staff
• Practice within the RCN 4 pillars
• Advanced clinical practice
• Leadership
• Facilitation of education and learning
• Evidence research and development.
• Meet revalidation requirements
• Demonstrate autonomous evidence:
• Having the freedom and authority to act autonomously and independently
• Being innovative, highly skilled at assessing and managing risk and consciously competent
• Have the responsibility for decisions made and actions taken
• Being holistic practitioners, able to address nursing as well as medical needs
• Having the ability to see the whole person, fuse biomedical science with the art of caring, providing health promotion advice, counselling, assessment, diagnosis, referral, treatment and discharge.
• Management of Long Term Conditions
• Primary prevention & screening services
• Delivery of Clinical Governance and Audit
• Able to listen carefully in order to understand the needs of others.
• Demonstrable ability to deliver a high standard of customer service and quality

Desirable

• Previous experience of TPP Systmone clinical system
• Providing leadership and mentorship to other members of the nursing team
• Involvement in new working practices including change management skills
• Ability to use MS Office and Outlook or equivalent effectively
• Experience of supporting and facilitating individual and team development
• Able to express information in a clear, concise and understandable way, both verbally and in writing.
• Working knowledge and practical experience of working in an environment of uncertainty and continual change.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Maintains confidentiality at all times
• Full UK driving licence
• Detailed knowledge and significant experience in promoting the wider public good in all actions and to act in a morally, legally and socially appropriate manner at all times. Challenges unacceptable behaviour
• An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships.

Desirable

• A passion to deliver improvements that benefit both our staff and our patients
• Able to feel comfortable making decisions and setting direction without having the full picture and re-focus as details emerge. Can apply knowledge and techniques to reduce ambiguity

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

ELM Alliance LTD

Address

West Dyke Road

Redcar

Cleveland

TS10 4NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will lead on:

Providing a high-quality Occupational Therapy Service and consultation to people within the West Hertfordshire Community intensive Support team.

Undertaking assessments and interventions where intense and/or frequent contact is required

Providing advice and modelling on the implementation of Occupational Therapy interventions in the person's current setting

Offering hands-on support to staff teams to improve their confidence and skill base.

Contribute to risk assessment and management plans

Input into positive Behaviour Support Plans for those displaying challenging behaviour and Staying Well Plans for those with mental health needs

Scaffold and support colleagues who offer flexible out-of-hours support to reduce the need for hospital admission

Manage a caseload, using evidence based/client principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate Occupational Therapy interventions in clinic and community settings .

Providing specialist Occupational Therapy advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to a clients formulation, diagnosis and case management plan.

Planning and implement individual and/or group interventions using selected and graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.

Helping to evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.

Ensure that clients are consulted and involved in decision about their care.

Maintain clinical records.

Develop skills and knowledge.

Providing an effective supervision framework for Occupational Therapy staff and provide regular supervision to allocated OT staff as per Trust policy.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION TRAINING

Essential

• BSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and associated packages.
• Completion of preceptorship and/or evidence of having met the full KSF Gateway for Band 5 OT's
• Evidence of relevant post grad training.

Desirable

• Membership of RCOT
• Practice Placement qualification
• SI/BBAT training
• Broad base of clinical experience

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Post registration experience in relevant clinical setting
• Applied experience of providing both individual and group work interventions.
• Specialist knowledge and experience of using the Model of Human Occupation assessment tools, or others appropriate to area.
• Experience of other specialist Occupational Therapy assessment tools, e.g. AMPS, Pool Activity Levels
• Highly developed case formulation skills to guide own OT intervention plan and those of others
• Experience of audits/evaluations of interventions and direct involvement of implementation of any subsequent changes to practice.

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disability in a variety of health and social care settings

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Strong communication skills, written and verbal and the ability to persuade and negotiate with peers and senior colleagues
• Proven track record of working within a multidisciplinary team and an understanding of team dynamics
• Knowledge and application of key policy, health legislation and guidelines which impact on OT and mental health/LD practice.
• Ability to provide and receive sensitive and difficult information regarding service users care and social situation
• Knowledge of and effective use of appropriate professional relationships and boundaries
• High level of ability to grade and adapt practical skills
• Evidence of delivery of training and professional development sessions

Desirable

• Car driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to apply broad knowledge of current best practice in OT and mental health
• A high level of problem solving/clinical judgement skills and the ability to analyse professional and ethical issues
• Ability to respond and adjust appropriately to the changing needs of service users
• Highly developed Observational skills
• Highly developed ability to evaluate group interventions and outcomes
• Highly developed case formulation skills to guide own OT intervention plan and those of others

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes Health and Wellbeing Centre

39 - 41 The Marlowes

Hemel Hemstead, Hertfordshire

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and any additional roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training.

The main duties of the job

Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.

Undertake male, female and family planning assessments, give advice and refer patients appropriately

Perform cervical screening and promote breast awareness

Undertake accredited training in specific chronic disease management as/ or if required. e.g. diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc. following appropriate training.

Contribute to the maintenance of the practice diseases registers.

Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Registered Smear taker
• Completed core Immunisation training

Desirable

• Diabetes Course
• Asthma Course
• COPD Course

Experience

Essential

• At least 12 Months post registration

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

Crosby House Surgery

Address

Crosby House Surgery

91 Stoke Poges Lane

Slough

SL1 3NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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