Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Previous experience is advantageous but not essential. The Trust is committed to your development and will create a dedicated personal development plan for you, to make sure you are fully supported. We have a dedicated education team who are committed to guide and nurture you through your career. They will be on hand to support and guide you in completing the Care Certificate, to ensure you have the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake your new role. You will be assigned an assessor on the ward which you are based, who will support you as you embark upon your exciting journey at Bolton Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Whilst working alongside one our amazing teams, you will have the chance to develop and showcase these skills. Some of our HCAs have gone on to become Nursing Associates or Registered Nurses so the sky is the limit for you here in Bolton!

Our hospitals are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our staff work on a shift basis to ensure our patients receive the very best care at all times.

You may be required to work across a number of wards and departments across the Division on a rotational basis so this is a great opportunity to develop your skills and experience in a number of different clinical areas.

Person Specification

Attainments

Essential

• NVQ or Apprenticeship qualification at Level 2 or above in Care or equivalent. If attained a level 2 must be willing to work towards a level 3 Apprenticeship once started in the Trust

Desirable

• Previous relevant experience
• Good communication skills
• Care Certificate

Skills

Essential

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Evidence of Numerical & Verbal reasoning.

Desirable

• Basic computer literacy

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a team/team environment.
• Experience of working in health care setting with a range of client groups.

Desirable

• Experience of working in 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ROYAL BOLTON HOSPITAL

MINERVA ROAD

Bolton

BL4 0JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Interviews are due to take place in December 2026 ( therefore anyone CCT up until end of May 2027 can apply.)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fellow of the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine
• You must be on the specialist register for Intensive Care Medicine or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK. In accordance with the regulations, all other categories of Doctors must be eligible to be on the GMC specialist register (evidence required prior to commencement) to be considered for a consultant appointment by the Advisory Appointments Committee
• Applicants must continue to hold a Licence to Practise

Desirable

• An additional qualification in Intensive Care Medicine (FFICM, DICM, EDIC)

Experience and Achievements

Essential

• The appointee must have undergone a period of specialist training in Intensive Care Medicine resulting either in eligibility for a joint CCT or an equivalent qualification
• Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Intensive Care Medicine
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on range of problems within the specialty
• Understanding current issues within Intensive Care Medicine/Anaesthetics and the future direction of the specialty
• Understanding current issues within the wider NHS
• Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions

Desirable

• Wide based experience in Intensive Care Medicine/Anaesthetics
• Attendance at a recognised management course

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.

Desirable

• Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
• Training in clinical and educational supervision
• Attendance at a teaching course
• Formal qualification in teaching/education

Audit and Research

Essential

• Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects and the implementation of outcomes

Desirable

• Critical Appraisal Skills
• Evidence of knowledge of research methodology

Practical/Intellectual Skills/Persaonal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to use IT Systems - inc Word, Excel, PowerPoint Outlook
• Evidence of innovation

Desirable

• Evidence of continual learning and development
• Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others
• Access to own transport

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Full registration with the GDC
• Proven maintenance of post-graduate continuing professional development
• Performer number

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working under the NHS Dental Service contract, especially in relation to the provision of CDS services
• Experience of working with challenging patients
• Communication and relationship building in dental organisations and the wider health and social care environment
• Understanding of basic health and social care terminology
• Experience of demonstrating successful outcomes within agreed time frames whilst demonstrating a flexible, positive and proactive approach.

Desirable

• Experience of clinical audits

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Expertise in exodontia.
• Awareness of the sometimes complex medical history issues of people experiencing homelessness.
• Knowledge and understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and the associated legislative framework to respond effectively to meet these needs
• Ability to work without direct supervision and to use own initiative.
• Ability to communicate confidently with staff of all levels of seniority

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Soho Centre for Health and Care

1 Frith Street

London

W1D 3QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Task Areas and Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical and case management supervision, including support through observations and modelling, to team members who are undertaking EMHP training as well as working with qualified practitioners.

• Hold an SWP caseload offering evidence based clinical interventions to Children and young people and their families.

• Support the EMHPs to develop and maintain a working relationship with education settings

• Support the EMHPs in delivering a Whole School Approach service

• Support the EMHPs to develop their clinical progression during and after training

• Support the EMHPs in assessing, reporting and managing any client risk

• Support the EMHPs to ensure data is inputted to EPR (Iaptus) within 48 hours of clinical contact

• As required, liaise with educational settings

• As required, liaise with training university regarding trainee EMHP progress

• As required attend any MHST partnership meetings

• As required attend any meetings representing MHST and/or Mind in West Essex

• Monitor and audit staff registration

• Support staff in undertaking relevant cpd to maintain registration and continue to develop clinically

• Keep up to date with requirements of relevant governing bodies, for example, BABCP and BPS

• Ensure Governing bodies codes of conduct are followed

• Contract clinical supervision and review regularly

• Address any inequalities, problem solve and maintain a boundaried supervisory relationship

Clinical and Client Care

• Assess and develop evidence-based treatment plans to meet the mild - moderate needs of CYP with a range of emotional and mental health difficultiesincluding those suitable for your SWP intervention for the more complex presentations described above.

• Support children and young people, their parents/carers, families and educators in the self-management of presenting difficulties.

• Work in partnership with children, young people, their families and educators in the development oftheir careplans, includingspecific interventionsand agreeing outcomes

• Deliver evidence-based, low intensity interventions for CYP aged 5-18 with mild moderate emotional and mental health difficulties

• Provideassessment and intervention from an inclusive values base, which recognises and respects culture, individual strengths, differences and diversity

• Undertake risk and safeguarding assessments

• Determine suitability of new referrals, adhering to the services referral protocols

• Support education staff in making care pathway decisions based on suitability, evidence-based recommendations and NICE guidance

• Maintain comprehensive recordsof all training and clinical activity in line with both health and education service protocols and use these records and outcome data to inform decision-making

• Ensure outcome measures (e.g. SDQ, RCADS) are routinely embedded in your clinical work and that of those you line-manage

• Complete all requirements relating to data collectionand report clinical outcomes and service access data into the digital patient record system

• Promote the mental and emotional health of children and young people in education settings, through clinical interventions in the care pathway

• Demonstrate an ability to manage own caseload in conjunction with the requirements of the team

• Attend multi-disciplinary and multi-agency meetings relating to referrals or children and young people in treatment, where appropriate, both for personal educational benefit in discussion with supervisors,orto provide direct assistance

• Show evidence of working within a collaborative approach, involving a range of relevant others when indicated. Specifically, work in collaboration with teachers and other educational staff, parents, children, young people and the wider community to enhance and broaden access to mental health services

• Contribute to the development of individual or group clinical materials or training materials and go on to develop further such materials as falls within own degree of competence

• Maintain registration with BABCP, BPS or Core professional governing body

• Keep professional skills up to date through cpd, reflective logs, direct observation and submission of live video

• Support senior colleagues in triage

• Support senior colleagues in multi agency meetings

• Ensure engagement with community care partners

Teaching Training and Supervision

• To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working within the network of schools and across a range of professions, agencies and settings, where appropriate

• To receive and actively engage in regular clinical and case management supervision

• Supervise and support cases presenting with safeguarding and risk, in line with local and national procedure

• Provide quality assurance for the data submitted by team members that you line-manage

• Monitor and track progress against access targets for your caseload and that of the team members you line-manage and develop plans to reach access targets

• Within education settings actively promote the whole school based approach to developing and maintaining emotional health and well being

• Audit case notes, letters, to ensure a quality standard is met

• Prepare and develop Team teaching sessions and CPD events

• Shape the service through participation in working groups

Professional

• Ensure the maintenance of standards of own professional practice according to Mind in West Essex policies and procedures

• Ensure that confidentiality is always protected

• Develop a local knowledge of the locality and its services and facilities, particularly in relation to mental health issues

• Develop and maintain an up to date awareness of the entire Mind in West Essex offer

• Ensure that any risks or issues related to the safety and wellbeing of anyone the post-holder comes into contact with during their professional duties are communicated and shared with appropriate parties in order to maintain individual safety and the public interest

• Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with supervisor and senior colleagues on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development

• Participate in individual appraisal and respond to agreed objectives

• Keep all records up to date in relation to Continuous Professional Development and the requirements of the post and ensure personal development plans maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments

• Attend relevant educational opportunities in line with identified professional objectives

• Ensure adherence to organisational policies and procedures and that interventions are developed and delivered in accordance with NICE guidelines and clinical standards

• Attend, and when required facilitate meta-supervision

• Attend internal supervisor forums

Expectations

• To keep abreast of internal and external developments and respond accordingly.

• To undertake other duties that may be necessary as directed by the Manager, that are compatible with nature and grade of post.

• To adhere to relevant legal and statutory requirements including the Data Protection Act (always ensuring an appropriate level of confidentiality), Health and Safety at Work Act (always ensuring H&S of own and others) and any other relevant/charity law.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• PG Dip Senior Wellbeing Practitioner
• The post holder will be a registered mental health professional with current registration/accreditation with an appropriate professional body (eg BPS, BABCP, HCPC, NMC)

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of child development and psychosocial influences
• Experience of using Microsoft Office package
• Direct clinical experience (autonomously providing assessment, developing treatment plans and delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions) with CYP aged 5-18 with mental health difficulties
• Knowledge and direct clinical experience of adapting interventions and delivering them to CYP
• Experience of supervising clinical staff
• Experience of routine clinical outcome monitoring
• Experience of working in a multi-professional mental health team/environment or MHST
• Valid UK driving licence and/or access to transport to visit various sites and educational settings throughout the day on a daily basis (some occasional travel across West Essex and Hertfordshire)
• No criminal record that prevents work with our client group or which would harm our reputation, an enhanced DBS will be required
• Ability to work as part of a team and to work on your own initiative.
• Experience of clinical risk assessment
• Experience of providing clinical supervision and case management
• Experience of supervising safeguarding cases
• Experience of working in education settings
• Experience of delivering Low Intensity/Psycho-educational interventions to groups of CYP, educational staff and/or parents/caregivers
• Experience of engaging a range of stakeholders (young people, families, mental health providers, schools, Local Authority staff etc.)
• Experience of involving parents/caregivers in the wellbeing of CYP
• Experience of using EPR systems (IAPTUS) To maintain high standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording and report writing
• Competent in clinical cbt practice and interventions with young people
• Excellent communication skills
• Organisational skills and excellent time management

Desirable

• Experience of working within the third/voluntary/charity sector
• Excellent organisational/project management skills
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations and promotional talks
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly to a range of individuals and audiences
• Relationship building and motivational skills
• Ability to implement monitoring/evaluation procedure and produce accurate/informative reports
• The ability to work as part of a team and contribute to bringing the team on board with the task in hand

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

Mind in West Essex

Address

Mind Sanctuary

Prentice Place, Potter Street

Harlow

Essex

CM17 9BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.

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

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

• Good honours Degree in Psychology. Eligibility for British Psychological Society Chartered status. Post-graduate Doctorate/Qualification in specialist area of (Clinical/Counselling/Forensic) Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996 or for those trained overseas, as accredited by the British Psychological Society or its equivalent allowing registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Clinical supervision training for Doctoral Trainee Practitioner Psychologist. Doctoral level/ advanced knowledge of practitioner psychology theory and practice, psychological therapies and their application, neuropsychological and psychometric assessment and interpretation.
• Doctoral/advanced level knowledge of research design and methodology, including multivariate data analysis as practised within practitioner psychology. Knowledge of relevant legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development as recommended by the BPS and HCPC.

Desirable

• Post-doctoral/qualification training courses in specific areas of practitioner psychology (Clinical/Forensic/Counselling).
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult-to-treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses and people with additional disabilities).
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies.

Essential Aptitude and abilities

Essential

• Adhere to and can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
• The ability to demonstrate a high level of competence to work within the designated speciality
• Skills in the supervision of other staff including Trainee Practitioner Psychologists
• Skills in the supervision of Trainee Practitioner Psychologists, through attending the University of Wales Clinical Psychology Programme 'Preparation for Placement' training
• Well-developed skills in effectively communicating very complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information, both orally and in writing, to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
• Capable of effective workload management when facing competing demands. The ability to work collaboratively with a range of multidisciplinary colleagues

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh

Essential Experience

Essential

• Substantial assessed experience of working as a qualified practitioner psychologist, normally including significant post-qualification experience within the designated speciality where the post is located, or relevant transferable skills
• Demonstration of further specialist training / experience through having received extensive and demonstrable clinical supervision of working as a practitioner psychologist or an alternative agreed by the Head of Psychology
• Experience of specialised psychological assessment and treatment of a range of clients across a wide range of care settings. Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care, with experience of co-ordinating care within the context of multi-disciplinary care-planning.

Desirable

• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
• Experience of the application of practitioner psychology in diverse cultural contexts
• Experience of representing psychology within the context of multidisciplinary care

Other Essential Criteria

Essential

• Ability to travel within geographical area and work hours flexibly
• Satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults and Childrens Barred List check Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups
• Capable of maintaining a high degree of professionalism and safe clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour
• The ability to identify and provide appropriate means of support to line-managed staff who deal with highly distressing situations, severely challenging behaviours and other stressors.
• The ability to use a variety of complex multi-media materials for a range of purposes such as teaching and training
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups

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

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Community

Cimla Centre, Neath

Neath Port Talbot

SA11 3SU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Lower GI Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist at Epsom and StHelier.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• BSc healthcare related

Desirable

• MSC healthcare related
• Mentorship or equivalent qualification
• Advanced communication skills training
• Level 2 Psychology support skills

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• In depth knowledge of current practice
• Holistic patient assessment
• Professional issues in nursing and healthcare
• Clinial supervision
• Clinical governance
• Research/clinical audit
• Teaching staff and patients
• Set and maintain standards/protocols of care
• Computer skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Epsom & St Helier Hospitals

Dorking Road

Epsom

KT18 7EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice
• Deal with all general enquiries (either face to face, on the telephone or online), explain procedures and signpost as required.
• Using your communication skills, ensure that patients with no prior appointment but who need urgent consultation are handled and signposted as necessary, in conjunction with working with the Duty Doctor.
• Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover, and ensure procedures are completed.
• Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery.
• Enter requests onto the online platform to assist patients where they are not able.
• Action repeat prescription requests and ensure that they are processed in a timely manner and in line with Practice policy (requests are either electronic or manual).
• Process tasks as advised by the clinical team.
• Advise patients of relevant charges for private (non General Medical Services) services, accept payment and issue receipts for same.
• Enter patient information onto records as required.
• Ensure timely & accurate records are kept.
• Keep the staff kitchen area clean & clear
• Keep the patient waiting room aired and tidy
• Process incoming mail/documents and associated paperwork in an efficient and timely manner as required
• Premises:

o Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive, de-activate alarm and make all necessary preparations to receive patients.

o When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the closing procedure is followed and that the building is totally secured and the alarm activated.

o Ensure the clinical rooms are cleared and prepared for the next clinic

• Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Managers or Partners.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum GCSE level of education in Maths & English
• Customer Service experience
• Good standard of general computer skills

Experience

Desirable

• GP Receptionist & EMIS Web experience desired but not essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Stanmore Medical Centre

Address

Doctors Surgery

85 Crowshott Avenue

Stanmore

Middlesex

HA7 1HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient Safety Partners are actively involved in the design of safer healthcare across Independent Health Group. This role includes working alongside staff and patients to shape and influence the safety and quality agenda representing the voice of the patient. Sulis Hospital would like to join us on this journey by recruiting patient safety partners to enhance their safety and quality agenda.

Patient Safety Partners will participate in relevant committees to lend their perspective on how safety issues should be addressed and provide appropriate challenge to ensure learning and change.

The role is suitable for all individuals with abroad interest in patient experience / safety.

General Tasks

Tasks may include some or all of the following:

• Gathering the views and experiences of patients to feedback into patient safety committees (with support from the Governance Team)
• Representing the views of patients, families and carers in alignment with the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework
• Attending the relevant patient safety committees as required, as a full and equal participant, to ensure that the voice of patients is considered and represented during discussions and decision-making. This will require reading meeting papers, attending meetings, participating in discussions and decision-making
• Be provided with opportunities to be involved in patient safety projects.
• Patient Safety Partners will be located on site (travel to Head Office may be infrequently required IHG only).
• The role may develop over time and can be shaped to meet the needs of the organisation
• The responsibilities of the role may be reviewed and revised in response to the changing needs of the organisation.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a service user of broader healthcare services

Desirable

• Experience as a service user of Independent Health Group

Abilities / Skills and Personal Attributes

Essential

• A broad interest in patient experience.
• Good communication skills and an ability to advocate for patient safety and wellbeing.
• An ability to ask questions, and to work collaboratively with staff and other PSPs, to help develop a safe and patient-orientated organisation.
• Ability to provide a patient, carer, or lay person perspective and to put forward views on behalf of the wider community groups of patients
• Commitment to maintaining high standards, with a commitment to being open and honest.
• Ability to plan time to prepare for meetings and undertake any other activities required as part of the role.
• Ability to undertake training as required.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality, safeguarding and equality and diversity.
• Sound judgement and an ability to be objective.
• An open and honest outlook
• Willingness to listen and to question with an objective viewpoint.
• Ability to reflect the different perspectives within the community and act as a voice for patients
• Be supportive and innovative in delivery change within the service.

Desirable

• Ability to communicate well in writing and read comprehensive reports.
• Ability to understand and evaluate a range of information and evidence
• Confidence to communicate well verbally with senior leaders about strategic issues, as an advocate for patient safety.
• Experience of championing health improvements; able to be a critical friend.
• Interaction with multiple stakeholders at senior management level.
• Personal integrity and commitment to openness, inclusiveness and high standards.

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

Independent Health Group

Address

8 The Office Village

Bath Business Park

Peasedown St John

BA2 8SG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties and responsibilities

Stock shelves in the Inpatient Pharmacy, Outpatient Pharmacy, and any other required location ensuring that stock is kept clean, tidy, in the correct place and used in order FEFO (first expiry first out).

Carry out regular stock checks of medicines stored within these areas reporting any discrepancies to the Procurement Pharmacy Technician.

Professional Responsibilities

To cooperate with managers to ensure the Pharmacy department is compliant with relevant statutory and professional standards on Health & Safety, COSHH, Clinical Governance, and Medicines Management.

To participate in the Pharmacy 7 day working rota including shift working, working at weekends and bank holidays on rotation with the other Pharmacy Support staff and in cooperation with other pharmacy staff.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) at Grade C or above for English & Maths.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.
• Valid driving licence.
• Good Distribution Practise qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Team working.

Desirable

• Experience of pharmacy or other customer focused service.
• Experience of working with formal procedures.
• JAC Pharmacy Computer System.
• Previous experience of picking and packing orders for dispatch.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent attention to detail
• Good numerical skills
• Good communication & IT skills (e.g. Excel, Microsoft NAV etc.),
• Ability to complete the Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills
• Ability to work flexibly and prioritise.
• Methodical and efficient.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities,
• Able to work safely and effectively under pressure and/or minimal supervision.
• Safety/security awareness

Desirable

• Customer service skills
• Understanding of stock control
• An understanding of applicable regulations, standards and best practices.

Personal and people development

Essential

• Proactive attitude to ongoing training, development and assessment.
• Responsible, flexible & professional in behaviour.
• Courteous in manner.

Communication

Essential

• Able to communicate in a clear and concise manner to a level where drug names can be accurately received, recorded, and given, as part of the role
• Ability to write/notate in a clearly legible style
• Be able to work both within a team and individually to achieve targets and deadlines

Specific requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to external customers and suppliers when required

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

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.

1. To provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment, diagnosis and intervention for adults with a learning disability who present with communication, eating, drinking and swallowing needs.

2. To independently manage and prioritise a specialist caseload within the Intensive Support Team, using clinical reasoning, risk assessment and evidence-based practice to inform intervention and support planning.

3. To provide defined sessional Speech and Language Therapy input to The Hollies Learning Disability Assessment and Treatment Service, supporting assessment, care planning, dysphagia management, communication support and discharge planning.

4. To assess and support people with complex communication needs through accessible information, reasonable adjustments, Total Communication approaches and Augmentative and Alternative Communication where appropriate.

5. To undertake dysphagia assessment and intervention in line with professional competency, local policy and clinical governance requirements, including development of safe eating and drinking recommendations and risk management plans.

6. To contribute to multidisciplinary assessment, formulation, care planning, positive behaviour support, safeguarding, capacity related discussions, risk review and discharge planning.

7. To provide timely specialist advice to colleagues, carers, families and providers regarding communication support, dysphagia management, reasonable adjustments and communication-friendly practice.

8. To work autonomously within professional and organisational boundaries, seeking advice and support appropriately through supervision and professional networks.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Current HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Dysphagia competency or commitment to maintain/develop dysphagia competency as required for the role.

Desirable

• RCSLT membership

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and complex communication needs
• Experience of dysphagia assessment, intervention and risk management.

Desirable

• Experience within community learning disability or intensive support services.
• Experience of inpatient learning disability pathways.

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of communication and dysphagia needs in adults with learning disabilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including ability to produce clear clinical records and reports.
• Understanding of safeguarding, consent, mental capacity, clinical governance and professional accountability.

Desirable

• Understanding of audit, quality improvement and service development.

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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

53 Thorpe Road

Peterborough

PE3 6AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

The Behaviour Analyst is responsible for managing a caseload of complex clients, delivering assessments and interventions that lead to positive changes for the individual, their families and wider network of support. This will require being flexible in approach, solution and values focused, with an ability to maintain resilience under pressure. To be successful in this role, employees will:

• Have a high degree of empathy and a strong value-base.
• Communicate calmly and effectively in situations which may be emotionally or physically challenging.
• Collaboratively engage a client and their network in the process of our support and identify quality of life goals.
• Undertake functional behaviour assessments (FBA) and / or practical functional assessments to develop formulations for clients.
• Write high-quality FBA reports and present findings to clients, their families / carers and network.
• Plan interventions based on FBA report findings.
• Apply Behaviour Analysis and PBS principles and technologies to develop effective, function-based interventions and behaviour support plans (BSP).
• Collect data and analyse progress towards identified goals.
• Train mediators in interventions outlined in the clients BSP.
• Inspire networks to actively commit to client support.
• Hold accountability for ensuring clients and mediators are aligned with the agreed intervention plan, devising solutions to any barriers.
• Follow all policy and procedures in relation to safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management.
• Maintain the highest standards of record keeping including electronic data entry and recording through professional self-governance in accordance with professional codes of practice, data security requirements and GDPR principles.
• Hold up to date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies, and issues in relation to both the specific client group, Behaviour Analysis and Positive Behaviour Support.
• Hold a clean &valid driving license and access to a car
• Have flexibility to travel according to business needs

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience
• Working with children, young people and,or adults with learning disabilities, autism, and,or mental health difficulties.
• Managing own caseload of clients with complex needs.
• Conducting FBAs and developing function based BSPs.
• Planning and implementing evidence-based programmes to achieve positive outcomes for clients.
• Developing, implementing, and overseeing data collection systems to monitor client progress towards their goals.
• Training others in behaviour support techniques.
• Report writing and sharing with key stakeholders, e.g., client, mediators, and network.

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications:
• Behaviour Analyst in good standing with the uk-sba cert.

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

Positive Support Group Limited

Address

Parklife

London

SW15 2NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

During your Education time you will; Contribute to clinical placements of all leaners providing; Skills sessions Ward based supervision/teaching sessions Bedside teaching sessions Lecture and tutorial session (where required) Case presentations CBL and/PBL sessions Simulation sessions (where required)It is anticipated that majority of the post holders role will be focused towards University of Lancashire undergraduate medical students and physician associates in locality. However it is strongly expected that you will make some contribute to the education of other learners within the Trust and occasionally at the University medical school sites.During your clinical elements of the role the successful candidate will work alongside students to deliver appropriate care for the various patients who attend the department. This could include; Immediate resuscitation for seriously injured & seriously ill patients Assessment & immediate care for other emergency patients Referring patients to the appropriate specialty for admission or referral to out-patient clinics, such as Fracture Clinics, or referral back to the General Practitioner.The specific requirements of the clinical element of the role will be agreed with the clinical director for the specialism. The clinical director will also specify the appropriate level of supervision required by the successful candidate whilst working clinically.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full Registration with GMC and Licence to Practise
• Successful completion of Foundation Training (as a minimum)
• Completed foundation training at UK Hospital or has 12 months experience working as a doctor in a UK hospital.

Desirable

• Evidence of publications in medical education journals

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of medical training and evidence of competence in relevant procedures
• Knowledge of education and training issues from competition of UK based Medical degree or a minimum of 12 months previous NHS experience
• Good communication skills with ability to motivate colleagues - medical and non-medical
• Ability to work in a team
• Demonstrates professionalism in attitude and application
• 12 months post foundation experience in acute or emergency medicine

Desirable

• Awareness of national agenda in relation to medical education and training

Further Requirements

Essential

• Train the trainer / Teaching, Learning and Assessment training qualification
• Experience in Emergency Medicine
• Experience of working in or delivering medical education
• Experience of working with staff from different professional backgrounds

Desirable

• ATLS, ALS or APLS qualified
• Post grad qualification in medical education or equivalent
• Extensive experience of working in or delivering medical education

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Flexibility in working hours to meet the requirements of the post
• A genuine interest in teaching medical students
• Health must permit carrying out the duties of the post

Desirable

• Access to private transport

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB2 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered on the NMC or HCPC register
• MSc in relevant subject field
• Independent prescriber
• Evidence of a significant CPD portfolio, related to Frailty
• Leadership training suited to clinical leaders

Desirable

• PhD
• Teaching qualification
• Management/ Leadership qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working at band 8a level or equivalent within frailty
• Advanced clinical knowledge related to frailty
• Highly effective Multidisciplinary working
• Evidence of service development with key stakeholders
• Evidence of implementing innovative practice
• Evidence of leading successful change management
• Participation in research studies
• Mentor/ Educator; Significant experience of teaching and assessing clinical practice
• Substantial line management experience, including providing clinical supervision and appraisals
• Financial management of a service budget

Desirable

• Experience of working with national professional bodies within specialty area to implement change
• Experience in recruitment, retention, and staff performance
• Publication of research

Skills

Essential

• Advanced clinical skills and competency in clinical speciality in both acute and community settings
• Advanced decision making and critical analysis skills
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a highly demanding environment
• Forward thinking, dynamic, self-directed leadership qualities
• Political Astuteness
• Ability to lead and develop teams and be an effective motivator
• Highly effective communicator and confident presenter
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload of self and others
• Self-motivated and resilient
• The ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care
• Well-developed IT skills with the ability to produce reports and presentations using Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc..

Desirable

• Competent in core nursing skills, for example medication administration including intravenous medications, wound care and catheter management

Key Attributes

Essential

• Eligible to live and work in the UK
• As this is a community-based role, there is a requirement to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Tooting Works

Tooting

SW17 9SH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical responsibilities:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion

• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation

• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

• Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols

• Providing counselling and health education

• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

• Collecting data for audit purposes

• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)

• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice

• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation

• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records

• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data

• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Confidentiality:

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

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

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

Health & safety:

The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines

• Providing advice on the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements

• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients.

• Management of the full range of infection control procedures in both routine and extraordinary circumstances (e.g. pandemic or individual infectious circumstances)

• Hand hygiene standards for self and others

• Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure

• Management and advice relating to infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice

• Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses/training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate to the responsible person

• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process

• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes

• Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that proper use is made of hand-cleansing facilities, wipes etc., and that these are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate to the responsible manager

• Safe management of sharps use, storage and disposal

• Maintenance of own clean working environment

• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management

• Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised

• Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards/risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers

• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum twice annually)

• Correct waste and instrument management, including handling, segregation, and container use

• Maintenance of sterile environments

• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity:

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

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

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

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

Personal/professional development:

In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for PREP are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include:

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

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

Quality:

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

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

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

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

• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication:

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

• Communicate effectively with other team members

• Communicate effectively with patients and carers

• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance

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

• Participate in audit where appropriate.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Essential
• Evidence of achievement of Foundation Competencies in line with GMC Good Medical Practice standards
• Delivery of high-quality clinical care
• Good relationships and communication with patients
• Good working relationships with colleagues
• Professional behaviour and probity
• Evidence of safe acute clinical care
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience working within UK General Practice
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team environment

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential
• Primary medical qualification e.g. MBBS , MBChB or equivalent.
• Full registration with a licence to practice from the General Medical Council.
• Certificate of Completion of Training CCT in General Practice.
• Be on, or eligible for inclusion on, the Welsh Performers List

Desirable

• Additional clinical qualifications or areas of specialist interest

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

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Newtown Medical Practice

Park Street

Newtown

SY16 1EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Duties & Areas of Responsibility

Clinical Responsibilities

1. Support Occupational Therapists in assessing patients' functional abilities, independence, and rehabilitation potential.
2. Deliver delegated Occupational Therapy interventions and rehabilitation programmes to patients, including activities of daily living, mobility, transfers, cognitive tasks and functional practice.
3. Support patients to regain independence and maximise participation in meaningful daily activities.
4. Undertake delegated assessments, observations and outcome measures within agreed competencies.
5. Support discharge planning processes by gathering information, arranging equipment and contributing to safe discharge plans as directed by a registered Occupational Therapist.
6. Assist with the provision, fitting and instruction of standard equipment following competency assessment and delegation.
7. Support patients with a range of physical, cognitive, respiratory and medical conditions, adapting interventions to meet individual needs.
8. Monitor, record and report changes in patients' functional abilities, rehabilitation progress and any clinical concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
9. Communicate effectively with patients who may have cognitive impairment, communication difficulties, anxiety, fatigue, delirium or complex medical conditions.
10. Provide clear information and guidance to patients, carers and families within the scope of the role.
11. Support Occupational Therapists with home assessments, access visits and discharge planning activities where appropriate.
12. Maintain accurate, timely and professional clinical records in accordance with Trust and departmental standards.

Team and Service Responsibilities

1. Work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Nursing Staff, Medical Staff and Discharge Teams.
2. Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, board rounds and handovers as required.
3. Support the delivery of individual and group rehabilitation activities where appropriate.
4. Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and patient experience initiatives.
5. Assist in maintaining therapy equipment, stock levels and clinical resources within the service.
6. Provide support to Occupational Therapy services across Medical and Surgical specialities in response to service needs.

General and Operational Responsibilities

1. Maintain safe working practices, adhering to Trust policies, infection prevention and control procedures, moving and handling guidance and health and safety requirements.
2. Undertake delegated administrative and clerical duties to support service delivery.
3. Participate in mandatory training, supervision, appraisal and ongoing competency development.
4. Demonstrate flexibility in working across Respiratory Medicine, Oncology Medicine, General Surgery, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery and other acute inpatient specialities as required.
5. Contribute to maintaining a positive learning environment for students, new staff and colleagues.
6. Comply with all Trust policies, procedures, values and professional standards.

Physical Effort

1. Frequent requirement to undertake moderate to high levels of physical activity throughout the working day.
2. Frequent walking between wards, departments and clinical areas.
3. Sustained periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching and working in restricted positions.
4. Assisting patients with personal care tasks, mobility, transfers and rehabilitation activities.
5. Supporting patients during functional assessments, activities of daily living and mobility practice.
6. Daily use of moving and handling equipment, including hoists, slide sheets, wheelchairs and mobility aids.
7. Moving and adjusting patients, furniture and clinical environments to maximise safety, function and independence.
8. Working within busy and occasionally confined clinical environments whilst maintaining patient and staff safety.

Mental Effort

1. Frequent concentration required when working with patients presenting with complex physical, cognitive, psychological and communication needs.
2. Regular requirement to observe and interpret functional performance and report findings accurately to registered Occupational Therapists.
3. Adapting communication and rehabilitation approaches to support patients with impaired understanding, reduced insight, fatigue, distress or behavioural changes.
4. Regular need to prioritise workload, manage competing demands and switch between clinical activities, documentation and team communication.
5. Ability to follow delegated treatment plans whilst adapting activities appropriately within own competency level.
6. Frequent use of electronic patient record systems and digital communication tools.

Emotional Effort

1. Regular exposure to patients and families experiencing significant illness, disability, deterioration, end-of-life care and life-changing health conditions.
2. Requirement to respond professionally and compassionately to anxious, distressed, confused or upset patients and carers.
3. Supporting patients who may have received difficult diagnoses, including oncology and complex medical conditions.
4. Occasional exposure to challenging behaviours, safeguarding concerns or emotionally demanding situations.
5. Managing the emotional impact of patient deterioration, poor outcomes and bereavement whilst maintaining professional standards.

Working Conditions

1. Frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions including bodily fluids, unpleasant odours and soiled environments.
2. Frequent work within acute inpatient ward environments with exposure to patients experiencing complex medical conditions.
3. Occasional exposure to infectious conditions requiring the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to infection prevention procedures.
4. Rare exposure to pests or infestations including lice, scabies or other environmental factors.
5. Occasional exposure to verbal aggression, challenging behaviours or distressed patients and visitors.
6. Requirement to work across multiple ward areas and clinical environments within the acute hospital setting.
7. Frequent use of display screen equipment for documentation and communication purpose

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4-9/ C or above) Or Functional Skills Level 2
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care AND relevant clinical experience
• OR Significant demonstrable experience working within a therapy, rehabilitation or acute healthcare setting

Desirable

• Completion of Therapy assistant competencies
• Attendance on training and courses relevant to this post
• Manual Handling Training

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience working with adults within health, social care, or rehabilitation setting
• Demonstrable experience supporting individuals with mobility, personal care or rehabilitation needs
• Demonstrable experience working within an MDT
• Understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries

Desirable

• Previous demonstrable experience working in an acute hospital
• Demonstrable experience supporting Occupational Therapy interventions
• Demonstrable experience working with older adults or patients with complex needs
• Demonstrable experience of respiratory oncology, surgical or rehabilitation services

Aptitudes and Abilities

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently following delegation
• Ability to priorities workload and manage competing demands
• Ability to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues
• Basic IT Skills
• Ability to accurately document clinical interventions

Disopsition / Motivation

Essential

• Positive and compassionate approach to patient care
• Flexible and adaptable attitude
• Commitment to person-centred care
• Reliability and professional behaviour
• Willingness to participate in training and competency development

Other Factors

Essential

• Able to undertake frequent walking, standing and physical activity throughout the working day
• Able to participate in the physical aspects of patient care and rehabilitation
• Able to work flexibly across medical and surgical wards
• Able to participate in the physical aspects of patient care and rehabilitation

Desirable

• Holds a valid and clean driving licence

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 Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Level 7 Occupational Therapy General Medical Team

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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