Job summary

Join our innovative Community Ageing Well Service (CAWS) and make a meaningful difference to older people living with frailty, complex health needs and long-term conditions.

As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team to help people remain independent, safe and confident in their own homes. You will use your specialist skills to assess needs, provide person-centred occupational therapy interventions and help people achieve what matters most to them.

CAWS provides proactive, preventative and holistic care, working closely with GPs, community rehabilitation, social care, care homes, voluntary sector organisations and Integrated Neighbourhood Teams.

Our work focuses on:

• Promoting independence, wellbeing and quality of life
• Reducing falls and functional decline
• Supporting admission avoidance
• Enabling people to remain safely at home

This fixed-term maternity cover offers an opportunity to develop your specialist practice while contributing to a service that makes a positive difference to patients, carers and communities.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Main duties of the job

As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Complete comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for people with complex physical, cognitive and functional needs.
• Develop and deliver personalised treatment and rehabilitation plans based on individual goals and strengths.
• Assess and recommend appropriate equipment, adaptations and moving and handling solutions.
• Support people to maximise their independence, function, confidence and quality of life.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop coordinated, person-centred care plans.
• Provide specialist occupational therapy advice to patients, carers and other health and social care professionals.
• Contribute to falls prevention, frailty management and admission avoidance initiatives.
• Provide supervision, guidance and support to therapy assistants and junior colleagues, where appropriate.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and clinical governance.
• Build effective working relationships across health, social care and voluntary sector services to support joined-up care.

You will have the opportunity to use and develop your clinical expertise while contributing to a service focused on prevention, independence and better outcomes for older people.

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Job summary

Are you a newly qualified or experienced Band 5 Mental Health Nurse looking for your next career opportunity in the NHS?

We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic Community Nurse Practitioner to become part of our supportive multidisciplinary team, working with adults experiencing eating disorders within our specialist Community Eating Disorder Service.

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Working in an identified adult community eating disorder pathway.Delivering a high-quality clinical service to patients and their families.
• Managing a caseload.
• Care coordination of an identified caseload with access to regular and robust supervision.
• Delivering therapeutic interventions, in accordance with an agreed care plan, to an identified group of people experiencing eating disorders.
• Working alongside the OTA and Peer Support Workers to develop and support therapeutic groups

Main duties of the job

Main duties and responsibilities

1. 1. Take responsibility, with supervision for the management of a complex caseload, which includes, specialist assessment (within service specification), and care planning in conjunction with service user and carer, evaluation of individual treatment plans.2. Responsible for participating in the setting of quality standards, including the auditing, monitoring and reviewing of practice in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy.3. Assess patient's individual care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.4. Deliver a range of interventions in accordance with the agreed plan of care and Pathway guidance. This will include physical health interventions/ monitoring and psychologically informed interventions. This may take place in clinical or community settings.5. Complete and contribute, where appropriate to robust risk assessments and risk management plans. Deliver and promote positive risk taking, where appropriate, to improve quality of life and maximise occupational performance/independence.6. Maintain an effective reporting system by observing and reporting verbally and in writing on patient conditions.

Please see the full job description and person specification for further details on this vacancy.

About us

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job summary

This role isnot eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our Community Podiatry Services Team as a Podiatry Assistant.

You will be working with senior qualified podiatrists and independently to carry out treatments for patients including health promotion. You will deliver high quality professional care within a variety of patient settings including Health Centres, Clinics, Hospitals, Medical Practices, Residential Settings and Patients Homes.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with great initiative, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and team spirit, as well as being committed to providing exceptional patient care to assist them in achieving their maximum potential.

You will be encouraged to take part in various CPD activities including clinical support and in-house training during team meetings.

You will be required to provide flexibility in line with the service needs and have the ability to work in a variety of locations across the Trust, as the service requires.

Main duties of the job

As Podiatry Assistant you will establish and maintain effective working relationships both within the Trust and with external organisations to meet service requirements and support.

Consider each service user's personal circumstances and preferences in order to implement and adjust programmes of care and intervention at the direction of the Podiatrist responsible for care.

Maintain and develop skills and knowledge to deliver a range of interventions under the guidance of a HCPC registered Podiatrist and set an example of good practice to other team members including skill sharing.

Maintain sensitivity to the emotional needs of the Service user and their carers offering reassurance and empathy. This may be regarding the nature/prognosis of their condition and implications of the same.

Work with individuals and carers who may find it difficult to engage with the service or aspects of the service resulting in uncooperative or challenging behaviour that must be managed

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job summary

The Harrow Urgent Community Response team is an unique service that aims at providing a high quality clinical service in the patient's own home and preventing unwarranted admissions to hospitals.

An opportunity has risen in the team for the position of a Band 5 Nurse which will be seen as an exciting opportunity for Junior Nurses who are looking for a community position.

Main duties of the job

• To provide skilled nursing care working under the supervision of Senior Urgent Community Response Clinicians to patients in a variety of community settings and hospital A&E.
• The post holder will undertake Rapid Response assessment duties involving delivery of nursing services and holistic assessments of patient's health needs using a person-cantered approach.
• This includes providing quality and seamless nursing care to patients in Harrow and being proactive in coordinating their care needs as appropriate, avoiding unnecessary admission to hospital or long-term care institutions.
• In addition, the post holder will be involved in facilitating self-care for patients with long term conditions, health promotion and innovative activities and projects that enhance patient service delivery.

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£36,943 to £44,900 a year Per annum, inclusive of HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

824-ONW-8072770-A

Job locations

Harrow Urgent Community Response , Honeypot Lane health centre

275 Alexandra Avenue Harrow HA2 9DX

Stanmore

HA7 1AT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Job description Job responsibilities Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• NMC Registration

Desirable

• Evidence of other post-registration education and training

Experience

Essential

• Recent clinical nursing experience negotiating and liaising within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Working with people with complex health needs

Desirable

• Supporting students and other learners e.g., HCAs teaching others in the practice environment
• Experience of undertaking general assessment by utilizing evidence-based care.
• Previous experience in the Nursing process, care planning and fluent in record keeping.
• Experienceof providingholistic care thatinvolves the multidisciplinary team.
• Post registration experience in a NHS community environment

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of out of hospital care and the role of the Community Nurse
• Ability to listen effectively and ability to give constructive feedback to clients and colleagues.
• Time management skills.
• Knowledge of how Equal Opportunities can be implemented in practice.
• Knowledge of risks involved in working in the community.
• Knowledge of infection control
• Knowledge of general wound care
• Ability to work in a team and be a proactive member and able to engage in change process in the team.

Desirable

• Awareness of the management and use of data in the NHS setting
• Knowledge of management of long-term condition e.g., Diabetes and an understanding of the concept of self- management.
• Knowledge of recent government legislation and changes in community care delivery

Other

Essential

• 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)

Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (RN) NMC Registration Desirable Evidence of other post-registration education and training Experience Essential Recent clinical nursing experience negotiating and liaising within a multi-disciplinary team. Working with people with complex health needs Desirable Supporting students and other learners e.g., HCAs teaching others in the practice environment Experience of undertaking general assessment by utilizing evidence-based care. Previous experience in the Nursing process, care planning and fluent in record keeping. Experienceof providingholistic care thatinvolves the multidisciplinary team. Post registration experience in a NHS community environment Skills and Knowledge Essential Knowledge of out of hospital care and the role of the Community Nurse Ability to listen effectively and ability to give constructive feedback to clients and colleagues. Time management skills. Knowledge of how Equal Opportunities can be implemented in practice. Knowledge of risks involved in working in the community. Knowledge of infection control Knowledge of general wound care Ability to work in a team and be a proactive member and able to engage in change process in the team. Desirable Awareness of the management and use of data in the NHS setting Knowledge of management of long-term condition e.g., Diabetes and an understanding of the concept of self- management. Knowledge of recent government legislation and changes in community care delivery Other Essential 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).

Additional information 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

Harrow Urgent Community Response , Honeypot Lane health centre

275 Alexandra Avenue Harrow HA2 9DX

Stanmore

HA7 1AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Harrow Urgent Community Response , Honeypot Lane health centre

275 Alexandra Avenue Harrow HA2 9DX

Stanmore

HA7 1AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

This is a unique opportunity for a motivated individual who has personal experience with the Criminal Justice System or prison custody.

The position is perfect for someone eager to use their Lived experience in prison and the Criminal Justice Service to assist others who have faced similar challenges. You will help them connect with support networks.

The outreach Service covers Shropshire, with its base being in Shrewsbury.

Training will be given and Experience of support work is desirable but not required as the role depends more upon your ability to use your personal experience to support others and your desire to do so whilst being part of a NHS team that is supportive, approachable and dedicated to the role.

The ability to commute independently across the Shropshire area is essential.

Peer support is based on the recognition that there is no better person to support the path towards recovery than someone who has walked the same path as that individual. We actively seek peers who have lived experience of both the Criminal Justice System who have a desire to use their own experiences to help others.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

As a Peer Support Worker, you would be working across the area with people who have come into contact with Liaison & Diversion and then referred over to our Outreach service, building a good working relationship with them and helping them identify their needs alongside a senior Team Member. You will be then working with a caseload of these clients to support them in accessing health and support services for up to three months. You will be working as part of a larger team and under the supervision of Team Lead and Senior Peer Support Worker, you will also be working alongside our Navigators and Support Time Recovery Workers and participate in the client's journey from referral to discharge.

About us

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;

• Supporting your career development and progression
• Excellent NHS Pension scheme
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Options for flexible working
• Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days)
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
• If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
• Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
• Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
• Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
• Free car parking at all trust sites
• Free flu vaccinations every year
• Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Primary Care team at HMP Bure. HMP Bure is a Category C prison based in Norwich.

Hours

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Main duties of the job

As our new Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:

• Deliver exceptional care to patients, both in the healthcare department and on the wings
• Facilitate clinics, including bloods, observations (obs), ECGs, NHS Health checks etc
• Be involved in the implementation of clinical care packages
• Support the nursing team with all aspects of care
• Act as a second checker in pharmacy as required
• Support receptions (new patients entering the prison) and assist with triaging new patients

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• Ideally hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, or Care Certificate
• Experience within a healthcare setting, we are able to train the right candidate in phlebotomy.
• Have a non-judgemental and compassionate approach

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and highly motivated Rehabilitation Assistant to join our evolving North Staffordshire Integrated Community Stroke Service (ICSS).

Our community and outpatient services play a crucial role in providing specialised patient-centred rehabilitation focusing on Early Supported Discharge and longer-term recovery. We are based at the Haywood Hospital, with our community service working across 7-day shift pattern within patient home environments around Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.

Our focus is on maximising recovery, function and independence underpinned by a strong ethos of patient centred care, compassion and consistently high clinical standards.

We are looking for applicants with genuine interest in Stroke Care and Rehabilitation who are motivated by making a real difference to our patient lives.

We are committed to learning and development opportunities.

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to travel independently and efficiently over a large geographical area and have access to suitable transport.

Main duties of the job

The Rehabilitation Assistant will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will have specialist experience, knowledge and skills to work within the community or an outpatient setting.

As part of this role you will:

Perform at a high level of competence within agreed protocols under the supervision of a registered professional.

Take responsibility for their own workload within a broad framework overseen by registered staff to implement, deliver and evaluate specialist stroke rehabilitation programmes.

Be responsible for delivering defined therapeutic input independently with access to registered staff for advice and direction as needed.

Use technical and creative skills in the provision of therapeutic activities for individual patients and/or group sessions within the home environment or an outpatient setting.

About us

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;

• Supporting your career development and progression
• Excellent NHS Pension scheme
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Options for flexible working
• Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
• If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
• Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
• Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
• Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
• Free car parking at all trust sites
• Free flu vaccinations every year
• Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)

And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

301-SB-26-8239668

Job locations

Integrated Community Stroke Service

High Lane

Burslem

ST6 7AG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Integrated Stroke Service provide highly complex care and the post holder will act as a professional and be competent as appropriate to the requirements of the role:

Please see the attached Job Description for further details.

Job description Job responsibilities The Integrated Stroke Service provide highly complex care and the post holder will act as a professional and be competent as appropriate to the requirements of the role: Please see the attached Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• oWorking as part of a team
• oWorking in a care environment
• oSupporting or contributing to the management of individuals with disabilities.
• oImplementation of rehabilitation programmes.
• oExperience of providing group activity programs.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a community setting/lone working
• Previous experience of working with patients after stroke
• Experience of supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impact of compromised functional ability.
• Working in a multidisciplinary team.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates values compatible with MPFT values and behaviours.
• Commitment to working across 7 days to support consistent rehabilitation ethos
• Shows effective communication in a range of environments.
• Able to work in a team effectively

Desirable

• Able to accept feedback and demonstrate awareness of own development needs.

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 or above qualification (e.g. NVQ III, QCF 2) or equivalent
• GCSE English and Maths grade c / level 4 or above or Functional English and Maths level 2.

Desirable

• Evidence of recent CPD activity
• Willingness to study / complete relevant training courses

Person Specification Experience Essential oWorking as part of a team oWorking in a care environment oSupporting or contributing to the management of individuals with disabilities. oImplementation of rehabilitation programmes. oExperience of providing group activity programs. Ability to manage time effectively. Desirable Previous experience of working in a community setting/lone working Previous experience of working with patients after stroke Experience of supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impact of compromised functional ability. Working in a multidisciplinary team. Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrates values compatible with MPFT values and behaviours. Commitment to working across 7 days to support consistent rehabilitation ethos Shows effective communication in a range of environments. Able to work in a team effectively Desirable Able to accept feedback and demonstrate awareness of own development needs. Qualifications Essential Level 2 or above qualification (e.g. NVQ III, QCF 2) or equivalent GCSE English and Maths grade c / level 4 or above or Functional English and Maths level 2. Desirable Evidence of recent CPD activity Willingness to study / complete relevant training courses

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Integrated Community Stroke Service

High Lane

Burslem

ST6 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Integrated Community Stroke Service

High Lane

Burslem

ST6 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Pharmacy Stores & Distribution team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust provide ward stock medicines top-up and delivery to wards and departments throughout the Trust via the onsite top-up teams. The Leeds Pharmaceutical Warehouse service is predominantly concerned with receipt, storage and issue of medicines orders, with associated stock control activities. *Please note, these posts do not involve direct patient care

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit 4 Full-time staff (37.5ours per week) enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals with drive to undertake the roles of Pharmacy Stores and Warehouse Operative based in the Pharmacy Stores and Distribution team at St Jamess Hospital and LGI MRDU. The successful candidates must be pro-active and flexible in their approach to working within this busy department and other areas in the Stores and Distribution Services and have excellent organisational skills.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Job summary

Do you live in or want to work within Buckinghamshire ?

Do you want to develop your nursing career within Community Nursing?

We have an exciting opportunity for two Community Staff Nurses to join our service in a new and innovative role working across our seven locality teams.

This role offers a different way of working, with a particular focus on supporting Healthcare Assistants to deliver high-quality care in patients' homes. Key areas of work include long-term condition reviews, phlebotomy, continence assessments and promoting patient independence to prevent hospital admission and support timely discharge.

Working closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, you will be expected to demonstrate initiative, embrace new ways of working and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, patient-centred care. We welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced nurses and offer excellent opportunities for training and professional development.

The service operates across a 7-day working pattern.

Main duties of the job

• To contribute to processes for service and quality improvement
• Assess the physical and psycho-social needs of patients and delivertherapeutic interventions based on best available evidence in order to improve health outcomes.
• To manage own case load, delivering and evaluating service delivery to patients with a variety of medical conditions and those delegated by case managers.
• To plan interventions with the Case Manager and other team members using the common assessment process
• To take part in the referral management process to ensure patients are treated by the most appropriate member of the team/service
• To contribute to the development of protocols and procedures developed for clinical pathways

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

434-CR8230491-A

Job locations

Chichester House or William Rathbone House

Hamden Road

High Wycombe or Aylesbury

HP12 3RE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION & TRAINING

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Awaiting NMC PIN

Desirable

• Evidence of further continued professional development
• Post qualification experience in relevant speciality
• Hold / be working towards an NMC approved mentoring qualification

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Ability to understand the role of a registered nurse
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Awareness of current professional nursing issues

Desirable

• Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to negotiate
• Ability to manage and prioritise own caseload with supervision; Willingness to develop teaching skills
• Ability to solve problems and use initiative
• Ability to develop clinical skills
• Willingness to undergo training (e.g. medications) Basic IT skills
• Awareness of the NHSE guidance of clinical governance in order to continuously improve quality of care e.g. quality, safety and ward audit standards
• Knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
• Ability to maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care
• Adaptable to change
• Ability to work rotating shifts
• Diplomatic approach with professionalism
• Flexible and approachable

Desirable

• Knowledge of care planning, preceptorship, reflection and clinical supervision

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION & TRAINING Essential Registered Nurse/Awaiting NMC PIN Desirable Evidence of further continued professional development Post qualification experience in relevant speciality Hold / be working towards an NMC approved mentoring qualification EXPERIENCE Essential Ability to understand the role of a registered nurse Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Awareness of current professional nursing issues Desirable Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to negotiate Ability to manage and prioritise own caseload with supervision; Willingness to develop teaching skills Ability to solve problems and use initiative Ability to develop clinical skills Willingness to undergo training (e.g. medications) Basic IT skills Awareness of the NHSE guidance of clinical governance in order to continuously improve quality of care e.g. quality, safety and ward audit standards Knowledge of the NMC code of conduct Ability to maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care Adaptable to change Ability to work rotating shifts Diplomatic approach with professionalism Flexible and approachable Desirable Knowledge of care planning, preceptorship, reflection and clinical supervision SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary

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).

Additional information 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

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Chichester House or William Rathbone House

Hamden Road

High Wycombe or Aylesbury

HP12 3RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Chichester House or William Rathbone House

Hamden Road

High Wycombe or Aylesbury

HP12 3RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen on Moorgate ward at the Harbour for a fixed term / secondment for 9 months to the ward manager band 7 position. The secondment is ideal for those who already have established experience as a band 6 RMN and who wish to build on their development and experience, as well as being a fantastic opportunity for already established band 7 who want to experience a challenge on a busy male PICU.

The successful candidate will bring excellent role modelling skills, a passion for supporting and developing junior colleagues, including student nurses and they should have a keen interest in quality improvement projects that can lead to improvements in patient care and staff wellbeing.

You should bring with you experience of nursing people with acute mental health needs, have experience of supporting colleagues and students with development, and a "can-do" attitude.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to work across a shift pattern, being part of a team that provides 24/7 care and treatment to male service users on a busy, 8 bedded PICU ward at the Harbour. There will be occasions when you may need to support other wards, including our male and female adult and older adult wards at the Harbour.

Responsibilities will include supporting and developing learners in practice; shift leading, administering medication, shift work, engaging with patients to support recovery, including leading on dialog+ assessments; ensuring that the clinical environments meet high infection control and cleaning standards; representing the ward at meetings which may involve preparing and presenting reports; administering medication and monitoring for side effects; completing physical health checks on patients and escalating concerns as and where required; supporting colleagues with supervision and appraisal conversations; rostering and daily oversight of staffing levels; leading on MDT meetings; facilitating team meetings and away days; oversight of staff sickness and absence including forging close working relationships with teams such as HR.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

The Countermeasures Development and Evaluation Centre is based at Porton and has approximately 250 staff, performing a range of research activities, including high containment level work. The department's work covers a broad range of projects involving vaccine and therapeutic, discovery, evaluation, development, and research.

The Discovery team sits in the Countermeasures Development, Evaluation and Preparedness Division in the Public Health Microbiology Directorate within the Chief Scientific Officer Group. Its work focuses on the establishment of host-relevant microbial models, evaluation of antimicrobial therapies directed at UKHSA priority pathogens, and development of molecular and immunological methods for characterising pathogen responses and host-pathogen interaction. This scientist post will contribute to the development of develop functional mucosal immune assays towards the establishment of in vitro assays that provide correlates of protection for TB vaccines.

Main duties of the job

• Work at CL-3, growing and manipulating Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Carry out studies to develop functional mucosal immune assays using flow cytometry
• Analyse biological data and develop new tools to perform those analyses e.g., large flow cytometry data sets
• Contribute to internal and external reporting.
• Adhere to ISO9001 in both practical and computer analyses, and in the storage of data
• Work with the PTL, SPTL, Scientific Leader, Head of AMR, and members of the Pathogen Immunology Group, to develop immune assay capabilities
• Generate data at publishable quality level and co-author papers and reports.

About us

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.

UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.

Please visit our careers site for more information https://gov.uk/ukhsa/careers

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£33,422 to £40,731 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

919-TM-633003983-EXT

Job locations

Scientific Campus

Porton (Salisbury)

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Implement and utilise a range of methods/assays/techniques in support of all activities associated with the project aimed to ensure project targets are met.
• Take responsibility for the provision of reagents and consumables required for the project and documented storage of materials generated.
• Work with other team members to identify, evaluate, and adapt, new technologies where appropriate and to ensure that the project operates to a high scientific standard.
• Provide reports through analysis of data using software and databases as necessary, to meet project targets & contribute to the preparation of presentations and publications.
• To perform any other duties required by the line manager, Scientific Lead, and the Head of CDEP, commensurate with grade.
• Undertake all assigned work in accordance with the UKHSAs Risk Management Systems, policies, and procedures.
• To undertake work in accordance with UKHSAs Health and Safety policies and procedures and to work within any Quality Systems that are applicable to the site.
• To fulfil the requirements of UKHSA Behaviours
• Maintain health and safety competence in line with UKHSA policy and guidance.
• To achieve and maintain own and teams health and safety competence set out in UKHSA Policies.
• To comply with all UKHSA policies and procedures
• The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by your line manager.
• The job description and person specifications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and UKHSA.
• It should be noted that the work of the department is of a confidential nature and must not be communicated to other persons except where required for authorised purposes.

This list is not exhaustive.

Essential criteria

• BSc qualification (or equivalent qualification) in an immunology/microbiology field- ideally with modules in each.
• Laboratory experience in bacteriology and immunology
• Experience of working at CL-3
• Ability to analyse large data sets, with computer software
• Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately to the team
• Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of data

Desirable criteria

• Experience of external collaboration
• Experience of contributing to manuscripts particularly the preparation of data figures.
• Experience of working in a regulated environment with quality systems and knowledge of ISO9001 quality standards or equivalent

Selection Process Details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed onthe listed 7 essential criteria,and this will be in the form ofa:

• Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application)
• 1000 word supporting statement.

This should outline how you consider your skills,experienceandknowledgeprovide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV.

HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 1000 words. We will not consider any words over 1000 words.

Longlisting

In the event ofa large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

• Meets all essential criteria
• Meets some essential criteria
• Meets no essential criteria

If used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting.

Shortlisting

In the event ofa large number ofapplications wemay conductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of:

• Experience of working at CL-3

Desirable criteria may be used in the event ofa large number ofapplications/largeamountof successful candidates.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2:Interview

You will be invited to a single face to face interview at Porton (Salisbury), SP4 0JG.

If face to face interviews are planned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview.

Behaviours, Strengths and Technical skillswill be tested at interview through questioning.

The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be:

• Working together (Lead Behaviour)
• Changing and improving
• Communicating and influencing
• Making effective decisions

Interviewsdates are to be confirmed.

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Location

This role is being offered as office/lab based at our Scientific Campus in Porton (Salisbury). Please note hybrid working is not available for this role.

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check.

Based at our scientific campus, you will be required to have a minimum of a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

Eligibility Criteria

External: Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Job description Job responsibilities Implement and utilise a range of methods/assays/techniques in support of all activities associated with the project aimed to ensure project targets are met. Take responsibility for the provision of reagents and consumables required for the project and documented storage of materials generated. Work with other team members to identify, evaluate, and adapt, new technologies where appropriate and to ensure that the project operates to a high scientific standard. Provide reports through analysis of data using software and databases as necessary, to meet project targets & contribute to the preparation of presentations and publications. To perform any other duties required by the line manager, Scientific Lead, and the Head of CDEP, commensurate with grade. Undertake all assigned work in accordance with the UKHSAs Risk Management Systems, policies, and procedures. To undertake work in accordance with UKHSAs Health and Safety policies and procedures and to work within any Quality Systems that are applicable to the site. To fulfil the requirements of UKHSA Behaviours Maintain health and safety competence in line with UKHSA policy and guidance. To achieve and maintain own and teams health and safety competence set out in UKHSA Policies. To comply with all UKHSA policies and procedures The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by your line manager. The job description and person specifications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and UKHSA. It should be noted that the work of the department is of a confidential nature and must not be communicated to other persons except where required for authorised purposes. This list is not exhaustive. Essential criteria BSc qualification (or equivalent qualification) in an immunology/microbiology field- ideally with modules in each. Laboratory experience in bacteriology and immunology Experience of working at CL-3 Ability to analyse large data sets, with computer software Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately to the team Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of data Desirable criteria Experience of external collaboration Experience of contributing to manuscripts particularly the preparation of data figures. Experience of working in a regulated environment with quality systems and knowledge of ISO9001 quality standards or equivalent Selection Process Details This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills. Stage 1: Application & Sift You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed onthe listed 7 essential criteria,and this will be in the form ofa: Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1000 word supporting statement. This should outline how you consider your skills,experienceandknowledgeprovide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV. HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 1000 words. We will not consider any words over 1000 words. Longlisting In the event ofa large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria If used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting. Shortlisting In the event ofa large number ofapplications wemay conductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of: Experience of working at CL-3 Desirable criteria may be used in the event ofa large number ofapplications/largeamountof successful candidates. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2:Interview You will be invited to a single face to face interview at Porton (Salisbury), SP4 0JG. If face to face interviews are planned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Behaviours, Strengths and Technical skillswill be tested at interview through questioning. The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Working together (Lead Behaviour) Changing and improving Communicating and influencing Making effective decisions Interviewsdates are to be confirmed. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Location This role is being offered as office/lab based at our Scientific Campus in Porton (Salisbury). Please note hybrid working is not available for this role. Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check. Based at our scientific campus, you will be required to have a minimum of a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice. Eligibility Criteria External: Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants). Salary Information If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Person Specification

Application form and supporting statement

Essential

• Application form and supporting statement

Interview - Behaviours

Essential

• Working Together
• Changing and Improving
• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions

Interview - Technical Skills

Essential

• Technical Skills

Interview - Strengths

Essential

• Strengths

Person Specification Application form and supporting statement Essential Application form and supporting statement Interview - Behaviours Essential Working Together Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Interview - Technical Skills Essential Technical Skills Interview - Strengths Essential Strengths

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).

Additional information 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

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Porton (Salisbury)

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Porton (Salisbury)

SP4 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 42 hours a week (Days, Nights and Weekends covering 12 Month Maternity leave), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Gledholt.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job summary

The role is one of support for a health visiting team who work with a diverse community delivering the Healthy Child programme, this includes Developmental reviews, Breastfeeding Support, Child Behaviour Management, Sleep, and Nutrition.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Community Nursery Nurse to work with a dynamic and friendly team of Health Visitors. NNEB, Diploma in Childcare and Education (CACHE) or NVQ Child Care Level 3 Qualification is required.

Main duties of the job

• Working with clients in a variety of community settings e.g. home, clinic, children's centre, educational establishment etc
• Advise and assist parents in developing their parenting skills. Report back to the senior member of staff who holds continuing responsibility for the family any problems or changes identified during work undertaken with a client.
• Undertake Family Health Needs Assessment as directed by the Health Visitor ensuring prompt feedback of all client contact (contemporaneously) to line manager.
• Working with the team to implement and prioritise planned programmes of health promotion, education and advice on all aspects of prevention of ill health to individuals, families and groups.
• Undertake child and or family health assessments, including screening, in line with the Healthy Child Programme and according to local guidelines in various community settings as required, reporting back on any ensuing health problems.
• Take appropriate action in cases of suspected or actual child abuse, working within Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Children Code of Practice and Procedures.
• Attend Child Protection Conferences/Core Groups as required, with the named Health Visitor
• Identify and report concerns promptly to your line manager including safety and health issues that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of children and their families.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum - pro rata for part time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

434-CR8229482

Job locations

Haleacre, Amersham Hospital

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• NVQ Childcare level 3
• Significant post qualification experience

Desirable

• Experience in a community setting

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Can demonstrate a high level of 3 Application and Interview/Scenarios interpersonal and communication skills o With the ability to negotiate compromises and resolve conflict between staff amicably' o Courteous with all customers, both internal and external' o Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multidisciplinary team, patients and carers and to ensure records are kept accurately and in a legible manner'
• Participates in interagency 3 collaboration
• Ability to motivate, negotiate and support 3 others
• Able to manage self and others within the Team environment
• Calm when under pressure
• Ability to encompass changes in working environment
• Awareness of diverse cultural issues
• Computer skills

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing training and development
• Works to evidence based practice
• Able to demonstrate clinically effective 3 practice with children and families
• Able to undertake delegated duties 3 without direct supervision
• Recognises grade responsibilities and when to report back to the Health Visitor/School Nurse /Community Staff Nurse

Special Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to travel to various community sites on a daily basis

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential NVQ Childcare level 3 Significant post qualification experience Desirable Experience in a community setting SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Can demonstrate a high level of 3 Application and Interview/Scenarios interpersonal and communication skills o With the ability to negotiate compromises and resolve conflict between staff amicably' o Courteous with all customers, both internal and external' o Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multidisciplinary team, patients and carers and to ensure records are kept accurately and in a legible manner' Participates in interagency 3 collaboration Ability to motivate, negotiate and support 3 others Able to manage self and others within the Team environment Calm when under pressure Ability to encompass changes in working environment Awareness of diverse cultural issues Computer skills EXPERIENCE Essential Evidence of ongoing training and development Works to evidence based practice Able to demonstrate clinically effective 3 practice with children and families Able to undertake delegated duties 3 without direct supervision Recognises grade responsibilities and when to report back to the Health Visitor/School Nurse /Community Staff Nurse Special Circumstances Essential Ability to travel to various community sites on a daily basis

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Haleacre, Amersham Hospital

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Haleacre, Amersham Hospital

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Macmillan Head and Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) provides expert, patient-centred care for individuals diagnosed with Head and Neck and Thyroid cancers throughout the cancer pathway. Acting as the Key Worker, the post holder delivers clinical, psychological and supportive care from diagnosis through treatment, recovery, survivorship and, where appropriate, end of life care. The CNS coordinates personalised cancer care interventions in line with NHS England priorities and national cancer standards.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• To work autonomously within their sphere of competence, undertaking specialist assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation, ensuring care is safe, effective and evidence-based.
• To collaborate with all members of the multidisciplinary team, providing specialist advice and support across professional and organisational boundaries, and coordinating patient pathways to ensure seamless care throughout the patient journey.
• To undertake nurse-led clinics and specialist services, ensuring excellent standards of care through the planning, coordination, delivery and evaluation of clinical activity.
• To contribute to the delivery of personalised cancer care, including holistic needs assessments, personalised care and support planning, treatment summaries and supported self-management interventions.
• To support the development and continuous improvement of the Head and Neck Cancer Service through participation in audit, education, research, quality improvement and service development activities, ensuring care aligns with national guidance, cancer standards and Trust objectives.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

218-NM-B6-8235984

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Act as Key Worker for patients with Head and Neck and Thyroid cancers throughout the cancer pathway.
• Provide specialist nursing assessment, advice and support to patients, carers and families.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans.
• Undertake Holistic Needs Assessments and develop Personalised Care and Support Plans.
• Deliver treatment summaries and support patients transitioning to follow-up and survivorship care.
• Assess, monitor and manage treatment-related toxicities and complications.
• Provide specialist support to patients with tracheostomies, laryngectomies, swallowing difficulties and nutritional concerns.
• Participate in nurse-led follow-up and surveillance clinics.
• Support patients with complex symptom management and psychological needs.
• Facilitate referrals to allied health professionals, community services and support organisations as appropriate.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities Act as Key Worker for patients with Head and Neck and Thyroid cancers throughout the cancer pathway. Provide specialist nursing assessment, advice and support to patients, carers and families. Develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans. Undertake Holistic Needs Assessments and develop Personalised Care and Support Plans. Deliver treatment summaries and support patients transitioning to follow-up and survivorship care. Assess, monitor and manage treatment-related toxicities and complications. Provide specialist support to patients with tracheostomies, laryngectomies, swallowing difficulties and nutritional concerns. Participate in nurse-led follow-up and surveillance clinics. Support patients with complex symptom management and psychological needs. Facilitate referrals to allied health professionals, community services and support organisations as appropriate. For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oRegistered Nurse (Level 1). oCurrent NMC Registration. oDegree in Nursing or equivalent experience. oEvidence of ongoing professional development. oTeaching/assessing qualification or willingness to undertake.

Desirable

• oPostgraduate qualification in cancer care or equivalent experience. oAdvanced Communication Skills Training. oLeadership qualification. oNon-Medical Prescribing qualification. oMaster's level study. oAdvance assessment skill qualification or willingness to undertake.

Experience

Essential

• oExperience in Head and Neck, Cancer or a related speciality. oExperience working within a multidisciplinary team. oExperience managing patients with complex care needs. oExperience providing patient education and support. oExperience undertaking clinical assessment and care planning.

Desirable

• oPrevious CNS experience. oTracheostomy and laryngectomy management experience. oExperience of quality improvement or service development. oExperience of nurse-led clinics.

Knowledge

Essential

• oHead and Neck and Thyroid cancer pathways. oPrinciples of personalised cancer care. oCurrent cancer policies and national standards. oClinical governance and risk management. oEvidence-based practice.

Desirable

• oKnowledge of Cancer Waiting Time standards. oKnowledge of national cancer audits and peer review processes. oUnderstanding of Cancer Alliance priorities.

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. oAbility to work autonomously and as part of a team. oEffective organisational and time-management skills. oAbility to manage complex and sensitive situations. oIT literacy and experience using electronic patient records.

Desirable

• oPresentation and teaching skills. oProject or quality improvement experience.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oRegistered Nurse (Level 1). oCurrent NMC Registration. oDegree in Nursing or equivalent experience. oEvidence of ongoing professional development. oTeaching/assessing qualification or willingness to undertake. Desirable oPostgraduate qualification in cancer care or equivalent experience. oAdvanced Communication Skills Training. oLeadership qualification. oNon-Medical Prescribing qualification. oMaster's level study. oAdvance assessment skill qualification or willingness to undertake. Experience Essential oExperience in Head and Neck, Cancer or a related speciality. oExperience working within a multidisciplinary team. oExperience managing patients with complex care needs. oExperience providing patient education and support. oExperience undertaking clinical assessment and care planning. Desirable oPrevious CNS experience. oTracheostomy and laryngectomy management experience. oExperience of quality improvement or service development. oExperience of nurse-led clinics. Knowledge Essential oHead and Neck and Thyroid cancer pathways. oPrinciples of personalised cancer care. oCurrent cancer policies and national standards. oClinical governance and risk management. oEvidence-based practice. Desirable oKnowledge of Cancer Waiting Time standards. oKnowledge of national cancer audits and peer review processes. oUnderstanding of Cancer Alliance priorities. Skills Essential oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. oAbility to work autonomously and as part of a team. oEffective organisational and time-management skills. oAbility to manage complex and sensitive situations. oIT literacy and experience using electronic patient records. Desirable oPresentation and teaching skills. oProject or quality improvement experience. Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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 Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Salary Rate: Salary: £13.45 per hour

(We are currently updating our salary scales, this information will be released to you as soon as available)

Contract Type: 21 hours per week

The Good Neighbour Scheme is SCCCCs longest running project having started in 1966. The scheme offers a range of services to older people and their carers through volunteers who offer the kind of support a Good Neighbour might give. The service is provided free of charge with the basic aim of enhancing quality of life and helping to combat loneliness for people over 65 living in Sheffield. Over 190 active volunteers regularly visit or telephone an older person with the focus being on the social aspect putting the world to rights, usually with a cuppa!

We consider this to be an important and sensitive service as many of the people who are referred to the Good Neighbour Scheme have complex health needs and may be housebound and or socially isolated.

Main duties of the job

Coordinators accept requests for help from a wide range of referrers across health and social care including District Nurses, GPs, social work teams, Care Managers, Community Support Workers and various intermediate care teams. The service also takes self-referrals and from friends and family too.

About us

SCCCC has over 50 years experience of providing services that respond to the needs of vulnerable people in a practical and neighbourly way, complementing the care provided by other service providers. SCCCC works in partnership with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, Sheffield City Council and Sheffield Clinical Commissioning Group.

Job summary

First Steps Nursery provides care to children of NHS staff aged 3 months - 5 years.

Its set on our Wonford site in a purpose built, spacious building and generous outdoor spaces a perfect setting for fun, play, and learning! Which is reflected in our Ofsted OutstandingProvider rating and the happy children who attend from 3 months to 5 years old.Our mission is to ensure that childrens wellbeing and development is central to allthat we do.

We promote learning in a fun, stimulating, language-rich environment, nurtured through playand meaningful interactions; following childrens interests to motivate and inspire them tobecome active learners.

We recognise the importance of the roles that our parents have in supporting the NHS, so itis important to us that our parents can attend their place of work, knowing that their childsindividual needs are met, and that they are being cared and supported to learn and developto meet their full potential, in a way that is unique to them.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job summary

We are looking for a person with secretarial experience to join our Trauma and Orthopaedic Admin Team.

This is a full-time permanent post and an exciting opportunity for someone with already proven secretarial experience, given that Medical Secretaries in this department are senior staff within the Admin Team. However, those with appropriate experience in a senior administrative role would be considered.

The Trauma and Orthopaedic Department is fast paced, with over 40 Consultants running a busy Elective and Trauma Service for the local and surrounding areas.

The post holder must have excellent organisational and communication skills as liaising with patients, colleagues and other departments is an essential part of the role. Interested candidates should look to gain an understanding of the specialism prior to interview.

Any informal enquiries should be directed to Mina Rai, Administration Manager, [email protected].

Please be advised that sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

Main duties of the job

• To act as a point of contact to ensure all enquiries are effectively managed and successfully resolved within a prompt timescale, ensuring all relevant personnel are informed as necessary and an appropriate record is maintain
• To ensure, wherever possible, that all clinical documentation is up to date, in an orderly fashion and available whenever clinical decisions are being made, reporting exceptional circumstances where necessary. This will require effective collaboration with all relevant personnel to maintain an efficient administrative system: prompt transcription, manipulation and distribution of appropriate correspondence.
• To ensure the effective organisation of all patients under the care of the consultant and his/her team in accordance with Local and National policy and targets. This will require effective collaboration with the Booking Centre and Patient Access Team and General Managers to monitor the utilisation and effectiveness of outpatient clinics, ensuring that established Patient Access Policy and procedures are adhered to; Theatres, Diagnostic and Ward teams to ensure that the elective care pathway for all patients is seamless and sensitive to their needs

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Compressed hours

Reference number

218-AC-B4-8245872

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To implement and maintain an efficient office management system/procedure to enable the consultant and his/her team to optimise their patient care services. This will require: effective management of the consultants time, managing schedules and leave arrangements ensuring appropriate and timely communications with all relevant personnel; arranging meetings/events; composing and transcribing minutes proactively ensuring action points are raised and completed, preparation of correspondence and reports; effective management of the consultants office by establishing and maintaining efficient manual and electronic correspondence and documentation management systems; ensuring office equipment and stationary levels are maintained, processing orders as required.
• To manage a consultants inpatient waiting list, including planning and scheduling surgery.
• To manage patient pathways from referral to treatment.
• To continually contribute to patient and business improvement Agendas. This will require undertaking any project work as directed, including obtaining information from the Internet, collation and reporting of data in order to produce reports and spreadsheets, utilising relevant Trust IT systems, as determined by the role, ensuring all relevant patient data is collected and input accurately in line with Trust guidelines. Share ideas for potential service improvement.
• To support team members. This will require demonstrating and explaining Departmental practices and procedures; undertaking appropriate training and development with new and existing staff ensuring high standards of practice are maintained at all times; providing cross-cover on a reciprocal basis in the absence of colleagues and providing day to day supervision where required.

For further details please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities To implement and maintain an efficient office management system/procedure to enable the consultant and his/her team to optimise their patient care services. This will require: effective management of the consultants time, managing schedules and leave arrangements ensuring appropriate and timely communications with all relevant personnel; arranging meetings/events; composing and transcribing minutes proactively ensuring action points are raised and completed, preparation of correspondence and reports; effective management of the consultants office by establishing and maintaining efficient manual and electronic correspondence and documentation management systems; ensuring office equipment and stationary levels are maintained, processing orders as required. To manage a consultants inpatient waiting list, including planning and scheduling surgery. To manage patient pathways from referral to treatment. To continually contribute to patient and business improvement Agendas. This will require undertaking any project work as directed, including obtaining information from the Internet, collation and reporting of data in order to produce reports and spreadsheets, utilising relevant Trust IT systems, as determined by the role, ensuring all relevant patient data is collected and input accurately in line with Trust guidelines. Share ideas for potential service improvement. To support team members. This will require demonstrating and explaining Departmental practices and procedures; undertaking appropriate training and development with new and existing staff ensuring high standards of practice are maintained at all times; providing cross-cover on a reciprocal basis in the absence of colleagues and providing day to day supervision where required. For further details please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oECDL or equivalent. oNVQ3 in Administration or equivalent. oRSA/OCR III or equivalent typing/word Processing including audio typing. oGCSEs Grade A-C in Maths and English or equivalent, or functional skills level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• oExperience at Secretary level or trainee. oWorking as part of a team oDecision making and resolving complex work-related issues. oAbility to revise, create and format digital transcription.

Knowledge

Essential

• oThorough working knowledge of Microsoft knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e., Outlook, Word, Database and Excel. oExcellent understanding of general office working procedure.

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent organisational skills oTouch Typing skills at a typing speed of at least 45 words per minute. oGood presentation skills oAble to supervise support staff on a daily basis oSound decision making skills oExcellent level of verbal and written communication oAble to demonstrate good persuasion and influencing skills oAble to use judgement and initiative to provide information and support. oAble to apply tact and sensitivity to establish trust and confidence oEmpathetic approach to managing and resolving enquiries oAble to manage difficult and distressing situations effectively oAble to analyse problems and initiate appropriate solutions effectively oAble to compose and transcribe minutes, correspondence and reports

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oECDL or equivalent. oNVQ3 in Administration or equivalent. oRSA/OCR III or equivalent typing/word Processing including audio typing. oGCSEs Grade A-C in Maths and English or equivalent, or functional skills level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent. Experience Essential oExperience at Secretary level or trainee. oWorking as part of a team oDecision making and resolving complex work-related issues. oAbility to revise, create and format digital transcription. Knowledge Essential oThorough working knowledge of Microsoft knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e., Outlook, Word, Database and Excel. oExcellent understanding of general office working procedure. Skills Essential oExcellent organisational skills oTouch Typing skills at a typing speed of at least 45 words per minute. oGood presentation skills oAble to supervise support staff on a daily basis oSound decision making skills oExcellent level of verbal and written communication oAble to demonstrate good persuasion and influencing skills oAble to use judgement and initiative to provide information and support. oAble to apply tact and sensitivity to establish trust and confidence oEmpathetic approach to managing and resolving enquiries oAble to manage difficult and distressing situations effectively oAble to analyse problems and initiate appropriate solutions effectively oAble to compose and transcribe minutes, correspondence and reports Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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