Job summary

The Job holder will provide an efficient and effective payroll service for Wye Valley NHS Trust. They will work as part of a team which strives for continuous improvement and efficiency, ensuring an accurate payroll is produced according to defined deadlines.

The Job holder will require detailed knowledge and interpretation adhering to current NHS terms and conditions, Trust's local policies, Statutory regulations and NHS directives affecting pay.

They will complete complex calculations, resolve enquiries and provide information and

advice when required. Maintaining accurate employee records by updating the National Payroll system (currently ESR - Electronic Staff Record system) is essential.

They will be an effective member of the team and co-operate to achieve goals and objectives, ensuring regular training is undertaken

Main duties of the job

Manage the provision of effective, professional and timely Payroll services within own area of complete responsibility, ensuring that the payroll is processed in accordance with required legal requirements and deadlines.

Use discretion, independent judgement and experience to plan, prioritise and manage own workload.

Support the delivery of high quality, customer focused and measurable service to all internal staff, liaising as appropriate with all levels of staff/managers within the Trust. (ranging from Band 2 - Very Senior Managers)

Advise staff and managers at all levels on complex pay related matters such as how maternity leave, shared parental leave/adoption leave, promotions, changes in hours, grade etc affect pay. This may be verbal or written advise, include sensitive information and require explanation. In some cases, this could be contentious and highly confidential.

Routinely analyse, interpret and resolve complex queries in relation to payroll activities by problem solving, decision making and using own initiative and ensuring effective communication to all key stakeholders.

Knowledge and understanding of legislation and Trust Policies e.g. to facilitate the calculation and application of PAYE, NI, Pension, SSP, SMP, Occupational Parental Leave and sickness.

Knowledge and understanding of the NHS Pension schemes.

About us

About us

Wye Valley NHS Trust is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire University NHS FT, George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and Worcestershire Acute NHS Hospitals Trust.

Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys and run Hereford County Hospital and the community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster and Ross-on-Wye.

We are a progressive and forward looking trust with ambitious plans to improve quality and integrate patient pathways through close collaborative working with our partners to deliver the quality of care wed want for our family and friends.

More than 3,000 people work for the Trust they tell us its a great place to work, blending the busyness of a DGH with the benefits of working in a beautiful rural and unspoilt county like Herefordshire.

We can offer a great work-life balance and have a fine tradition of working with staff to help them achieve their full potential.

Russell Hardy, Trust Chairman: "The strength of the Trust is its amazing staff; a great place to work, a great place to develop your career and a great place to reach your potential."

Our values -Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence - are at the heart of all we do. We believe in providing the right care in the right place at the right time.

Job summary

A post has become available for a Business Administration Coordinator within the Forensic Management Business Admin Team. The position will be based at the Trevor Gibbens Unit in Maidstone, which specialises in the assessment and treatment of mentally disordered offenders.

We are looking for someone who is dynamic, proactive and forward thinking, and the successful candidate will provide secretarial and administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team in the Forensic and Specialist Directorate.The post holder will be educated to NVQ/RSA Level 3, or equivalent, and have GCSE English and Maths.

The hours are 37.5 per week, working Monday to Friday 9.00-5.00, and the post is office based.

There are regular meetings at different locations across the trust sites. Therefore, the post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Main duties of the job

It is desirable that the candidate has experience of working in an Adult Mental Health setting but must have the following:

• Excellent minute taking, secretarial, organisational and data entry skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Be able to gather, analyse, interpret and present extensive and/or complex data and information.
• Manage the provision of information on service activity for KPIs and Trust targets.
• Work to tight deadlines, in changing and challenging situations, whilst maintaining attention to detail.
• Experienced events coordinator.
• Liaise and work with internal and external colleagues.

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

Job summary

Exciting Career Opportunity: Join Our Security Team! We're thrilled to announce new openings for Security officers to join our established Security team at Tees Esk Wear valleys NHS Trust.

In this role, you'll be an integral part of a dedicated team providing essential 24-hour security services across our main hospital site - Roseberry Park Hospital.

If you're looking for a security role where your professionalism, humanity and judgement genuinely make a difference every day, we would welcome your application.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, due to the starting salary for this role, it would not meet the required salary threshold for this post to be eligible for sponsorship under the Health and Care (Skilled Worker) visa. Health and Care Worker visa.

Main duties of the job

• Collaborative Security: Work closely with Trust teams to prevent and reduce criminal activity. Respond effectively to acts of violence and aggression as needed.
• Comprehensive Patrols: Conduct thorough and efficient 24/7 patrols of both internal and external areas of our hospital sites.
• Supportive Presence: Offer assistance and advice to patients, visitors, and staff, ensuring their safety and enhancing their experience.
• Enhanced Patient Care: Contribute to excellent patient care by maintaining a secure and supportive environment.

About us

We Offer:

• Full-Time Position: This role requires flexibility to work on a rotating schedule, including weekends and Bank Holidays, with shifts covering 24 hours a day. Flexibility to cover for colleagues during leave or sickness is essential.
• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing training to stay updated with evolving legislation and best practices.
• Diverse Interaction: Use your strong communication and customer care skills to interact with a wide range of people from various background.

Job summary

The integrated community respiratory team provide a number of services - COPD, Home oxygen, Pulmonary rehabilitation and respiratory physio.

We are a team of nurses, physios and skilled assistant staff. We cover all of NE Essex so access to a car and a driving licence is essential.

We provide clinic based, class based and home based care, with the aim of supporting people to have quality of life and be able to self manage their conditions.

We are seeking a physiotherapist to join our service. Ideally you should have experience in treating people living with long term respiratory conditions such as COPD, bronchiectasis and Pulmonary fibrosis or be able to show transferable skills.

In the role you will learn competencies to delivery pulmonary rehabilitation classes, assess and review home oxygen, support respiratory physio outpatient clinics and COPD service where we support to optimise patients management.

This is an exciting role where you can develop enhanced practice skills with the support of the team

Main duties of the job

Act as a specialist resource for the integrated team, carrying out single assessments, and contributing to the development and delivery of the integrated care plan.

Develop programmes of specialist therapeutic activities, weighing options and delegating aspects of care as appropriate

Implement specialist aspects of the care plan, potentially acting as care coordinator and reviewing the plan on behalf of the integrated team.

Support patients with advice, information, persuasion and direction to community resources to encourage self-management and ongoing independence.

Provide support, training and advice to patients, parents and carers.

Manage the performance and oversee the work of more junior staff, assistants, students and volunteers

Manage the work of the team, deputising for more senior managers as required

About us

We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.

We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.

We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.

Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.

Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.

We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.

Find out about living and working here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8A

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Bank Catering Assistant to join our catering team at Ashgate Hospice.

You will support the preparation and service of nutritious, appetising meals and refreshments for patients, visitors and staff, helping to ensure that patients dietary needs, preferences and comfort are met with care and dignity.

You will work as part of a friendly team, maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safety while supporting the wider catering service as required.

This is an adhoc and casual bank opportunity, offering flexibility to work shifts when required. Previous catering experience is helpful, but we are looking for people who are reliable, adaptable, work well as part of a team and share our commitment to compassionate, respectful and inclusive care.

Ashgate Hospice has been rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and our catering team plays an important role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for those we care for.

Main duties of the job

You will assist with the preparation, presentation and service of meals and beverages for patients, visitors and staff, taking account of individual dietary requirements and preferences.

You will support patients during mealtimes, responding courteously to their needs and helping to maintain their comfort and dignity. You will maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and infection prevention, including cleaning kitchen and dining areas and following relevant procedures.

You will also assist with deliveries, stock rotation and appropriate food storage, and work flexibly with catering colleagues and volunteers to support the smooth running of the service.

About us

Ashgate Hospice provides free, specialist and compassionate care for adults living with life-limiting or incurable illnesses across North Derbyshire. We support people and those important to them through a range of services, helping people manage symptoms, understand their care and maintain the best possible quality of life.

Each year, we support more than 2,640 people and also provide practical, emotional and bereavement support to those important to them. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and encouraged to be themselves.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to supporting our staff through training, development and wellbeing initiatives.

Job summary

Are you an ambitious, values-driven nursing leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care closer to home?

We are seeking a Matron for the Community Clinical Delivery Group (CDG) to lead and inspire our nursing workforce across East Suffolk. This is a unique opportunity to help in shaping the future of community healthcare at a time of significant transformation.

This role offers the opportunity to influence the future of community services through strong clinical leadership, workforce development, quality improvement and partnership working, ensuring safe, effective and integrated care is delivered closer to home.

Main duties of the job

As Matron, you will provide visible professional leadership for the nursing workforce across community services in East Suffolk. You will work in partnership with clinical, operational and system leaders to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, compassionate and high-quality care.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing a diverse community nursing workforce.
• Providing professional nursing leadership across Integrated Neighbourhood Teams and community services.
• Driving quality, safety, patient experience and continuous improvement.
• Supporting workforce planning, recruitment, retention and succession planning.
• Delivering professional standards, governance and assurance.
• Developing future nursing leaders and creating a positive culture where staff can thrive.
• Contributing to the strategic development of community services as we continue to expand care closer to home and strengthen neighbourhood-based models of care.

About us

We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.

We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.

We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.

Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.

Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.

We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.

Find out about living and working here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8A

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

432-HR914-26

Job locations

Constantine House

5 Constantine Road

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEvidence of academic pathway equivalent to Degree in Nursing or Health Related study
• oMasters Degree in relation to health management Or equivalent experience that recognises developed and complex levels of knowledge, which enable the development of original responses to complicated and unpredictable problems and situations. Professional training / Learning at this level will need to demonstrate highly developed professional knowledge, which is appropriate for senior professionals / managers
• oProfessional nursing qualification
• oDemonstration and evidence of personal professional development

Desirable

• oMasters Degree or working toward/unit/departments Masters Degree level education
• oManagement Leadership Qualification, which has been tested in a management post
• oDegree or Masters Degree in Specialist Practice Nursing in the Home

Experience

Essential

• oProven experience at senior nurse level
• oExperience in current health policy and its impact on the management and development of acute health services
• oSignificant experience of effective staff management
• oProviding advice to specialist and non-specialist staff
• oExperience of ability to manage change quickly & effectively
• oExperience of ability to manage and lead nursing team
• oExperience of service redesign and development
• oA proven record of success in managing significant operational change while also developing and maintaining high standards of care
• oExperience of analysing and making judgements involving situations where there are a number of conflicting issues, and where there is no obvious outcome - some of which be conflicting
• oExperience of interpreting national policies and initiatives and implementing these into the workplace
• oPublic speaking and presentation skills

Desirable

• oEvidence of effective working relationships both inside and outside the organisation
• oLeadership Facilitator
• oExperience of working in a community setting

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEvidence of academic pathway equivalent to Degree in Nursing or Health Related study oMasters Degree in relation to health management Or equivalent experience that recognises developed and complex levels of knowledge, which enable the development of original responses to complicated and unpredictable problems and situations. Professional training / Learning at this level will need to demonstrate highly developed professional knowledge, which is appropriate for senior professionals / managers oProfessional nursing qualification oDemonstration and evidence of personal professional development Desirable oMasters Degree or working toward/unit/departments Masters Degree level education oManagement Leadership Qualification, which has been tested in a management post oDegree or Masters Degree in Specialist Practice Nursing in the Home Experience Essential oProven experience at senior nurse level oExperience in current health policy and its impact on the management and development of acute health services oSignificant experience of effective staff management oProviding advice to specialist and non-specialist staff oExperience of ability to manage change quickly & effectively oExperience of ability to manage and lead nursing team oExperience of service redesign and development oA proven record of success in managing significant operational change while also developing and maintaining high standards of care oExperience of analysing and making judgements involving situations where there are a number of conflicting issues, and where there is no obvious outcome - some of which be conflicting oExperience of interpreting national policies and initiatives and implementing these into the workplace oPublic speaking and presentation skills Desirable oEvidence of effective working relationships both inside and outside the organisation oLeadership Facilitator oExperience of working in a community setting

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

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Constantine House

5 Constantine Road

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Constantine House

5 Constantine Road

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

New Barn Close has a great opportunity for someone who has experience of working in General Practice or other healthcare organisation.

We are offering a part time role , likely 20-25 hours over 4 days, but these are open to negotiation.

We are looking for someone who is organised and methodical to oversee general premises maintenance to ensure we comply with all health and safety requirements, manage rolling maintenance processes and equipment inline with established protocols.

Maintain general housekeeping supplies and consumables for all departments.

Maintain all registers inline with regulatory protocols

Human Resource responsibilities, maintaining staff records, training and recruitment processes

Provide appropriate assistance to the Practice Manager in all day-to-day activities and duties, including CQC compliance

Main duties of the job

• Support Practice Manager in planning and co-ordinating the recruitment process to include interviewing, obtaining references, DBS checks and related paperwork inline with practice recruitment process.
• Maintain all staff leave records and co-ordinate staff training, ensuring diligent record keeping.
• Potential line management responsibilities of identified administration staff.
• Act as practice fire officer, organising regular fire drills and documenting accordingly
• Ensure housekeeping and consumable orders are made ensuring supplies are maintained
• Raise POs for equipment/maintenance contracts
• PCSE ordering prescription paper etc
• Ensure procurement of Practice equipment, supplies and services are within target budgets.
• Ensure that Practice premises are properly maintained and monitored in line with contractual obligations.
• Ensure fire prevention and security systems are maintained, and contractor obligations are delivered.
• Liaise with facility and equipment contractors to ensure building and equipment is maintained. Reporting and following up facility maintenance issues with landlord maintenance contractors
• Maintain maintenance registers in line with regulatory requirements.

About us

New Barn Close Surgery is a dispensing GP surgery located in Broadway, Worcestershire, with 3 GP partners and 4 salaried GP's providing primary care services to approximately 8000 patients.

We are a training practice for Specialist Trainee GP doctors and have a rotating final year medical student from Birmingham University.

Our nursing team comprises of a Practice nurse manager, three practice nurses, 2 HCA's and a phlebotomist.

We also have a strong and hard working Administration team.

We moved into our new surgery in October 2021 which provides us with a modern purpose built building to meet all our patient and staff needs. We have ample free car parking for staff and patients, including electric car charging points.

We have an onsite dispensary which serves approximately 50% of our patients.

Our close-knit team is committed to offering high quality, safe and effective care with a focus on providing excellent patient access and continuity of care.

The NHS GP Patient Survey is a barometer of GP Practice services across England. New Barn Close surgery came out as the highest rated surgery in the Vale of Evesham in 2026 as voted by our own patients.

We were rated as overall Good in our last CQC inspection (May 2025)

Website www.newbarnclose.co.uk

Job summary

The candidate will be a key figure within the existing MDT, collaborating with senior staff across the division of Medicine. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the provision of exceptional clinical care for patients with complex acute respiratory conditions. A significant component of the role is dedicated to respiratory care, which will include managing both general respiratory patients and more complex cases, particularly within the newly developed NIV unit. The role offers the chance to provide input into the bronchoscopy service, specialist respiratory clinics, and continued development of pleural, ILD, pulmonary infection, and lung cancer services. The post holder will have access to research opportunities within the Respiratory Medicine department. This role will be an integral part of the consultant team, providing leadership in respiratory medicine and will contribute to high quality clinical care, teaching, and research. This post is ideal for a dynamic consultant keen to develop both in the general and respiratory medicine fields.

Main duties of the job

• Ward management of up to 28 respiratory patients
• RSU management of 10 acute respiratory patients including 6 dedicated NIV beds.
• Opportunity to deliver bronchoscopy, general respiratory, and pleural clinics during off ward weeks
• Participation in specialist services such as Severe Asthma, Pleural Disease, ILD, Pulmonary Infection, and Lung Cancer (EBUS @ LHCH)
• Opportunities for research involvement
• On call commitment only during ward weeks.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per annum (+ 3% on-call supplement)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

287-RMED-328-26-A

Job locations

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This Consultant Physician role offers a blend of clinical and leadership duties in Respiratory Medicine.

In Respiratory Medicine, the consultant will provide leadership in the Respiratory Unit, managing complex respiratory patients and supporting the newly developed NIV unit. The role also includes responsibility for overseeing pleural procedures, managing acute respiratory patients, and contributing to bronchoscopy lists. The post holder will also collaborate with various specialist services, including the Severe Asthma service and Lung Cancer MDT. There will be significant opportunities for research involvement within these specialties.

The post holder will also have responsibilities for teaching and mentorship. You will be expected to actively engage in the educational development of junior doctors and contribute to multidisciplinary teaching sessions. Clinical supervision is integral to the role, and the post holder will be a clinical mentor for one or more trainees.

The post holder will contribute to the on-call rota for the Respiratory Department, and may be called upon to support the hospital at home service and other community respiratory initiatives. The job will involve a blend of clinical duties and leadership, with an emphasis on continuous improvement of services for acutely unwell patients.

Job description Job responsibilities This Consultant Physician role offers a blend of clinical and leadership duties in Respiratory Medicine. In Respiratory Medicine, the consultant will provide leadership in the Respiratory Unit, managing complex respiratory patients and supporting the newly developed NIV unit. The role also includes responsibility for overseeing pleural procedures, managing acute respiratory patients, and contributing to bronchoscopy lists. The post holder will also collaborate with various specialist services, including the Severe Asthma service and Lung Cancer MDT. There will be significant opportunities for research involvement within these specialties. The post holder will also have responsibilities for teaching and mentorship. You will be expected to actively engage in the educational development of junior doctors and contribute to multidisciplinary teaching sessions. Clinical supervision is integral to the role, and the post holder will be a clinical mentor for one or more trainees. The post holder will contribute to the on-call rota for the Respiratory Department, and may be called upon to support the hospital at home service and other community respiratory initiatives. The job will involve a blend of clinical duties and leadership, with an emphasis on continuous improvement of services for acutely unwell patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• Full registration with GMC
• CCT in GIM/ Respiratory Medicine or within 6 months of attaining CCT in above at time of interview or Specialist Registration with GMC in above

Desirable

• MD or equivalent

Research

Essential

• Experience in research
• Commitment to participate in ongoing and new pleural research

Person Specification Qualifications Essential MB ChB or equivalent MRCP or equivalent Full registration with GMC CCT in GIM/ Respiratory Medicine or within 6 months of attaining CCT in above at time of interview or Specialist Registration with GMC in above Desirable MD or equivalent Research Essential Experience in research Commitment to participate in ongoing and new pleural research

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

REACT is based within the community and assesses and supports patients experiencing a short-term physical health crisis to remain in their own home, avoiding an emergency admission to hospital where possible. The integrated, multi-agency team covers a varied caseload, and you will join a team of Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Doctors, healthcare & therapy assistants, social workers and staff from Suffolk Family Carers, Citizens Advice and British Red Cross.

The REACT Service provides 24-hour support, but this role currently includes early shifts (07:00-15:00) and late shifts (14:30 - 22:30) which cover weekdays, weekend and bank holiday working. With a reablement approach our Healthcare & Therapy Assistants support people to regain their level of independence with activities of daily living where possible, or until an alternative care agency can be instigated. Activities of daily living include but are not limited to personal care, meals preparation, medication administration and following therapy care plan for reablement therapy.

Main duties of the job

• The role will involve providing one to one support with patients in their home environment supporting all aspects of personal care and daily activities, using a reablement approach.

• Travelling across East Suffolk to reach patients on the caseload - therefore a full UK drivers licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role. Mileage will be reimbursed and where available a pool car can be accessed but not guaranteed.

• To develop and maintain a flexible, proactive and positive approach to the role, whilst being innovative and open to change in working practices.

• To take responsibility and ownership of high-quality service delivery, to foster a culture of integrity, be an ambassador for REACT raising the profile for the service and support ESNEFTs trust values.

• Manage an effective interface with colleagues from health, social care and voluntary care services to ensure an integrated approach to a patient centred care.

• Support clinicians by completing delegated tasks, to meet the individual needs of patients and service users. Gaining skills through training, to support areas of, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Dietetics, Mental Health, Medicines and Social Care. These skills may include but not be limited to basic observations, taking ECGs, venepuncture, assisting with medications, care skills, basic nursing needs and supporting with therapy interventions.

About us

We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.

We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.

We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.

Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.

Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.

We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.

Find out about living and working here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8A

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

432-HR911-26

Job locations

Constantine House

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

You must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to travel to patients homes using either their own car or one of the teams pool cars. Both teams work across Ipswich and East Suffolk, with a central base in Ipswich with proposed plans for further bases in Woodbridge and Stowmarket.

Please note the successful applicant will be offered either at a Band 2 or Band 3 level depending on your previous experience & qualifications. Band 2 - you are required to have had minimum 12 months care experience but no qualifications required. You will be required to complete the Accelerated Care Certificate to progress to a Band 3. Band 3 - you are required to of had a minimum 6 months NHS experience as well as completing the NHS Care Certificate.

Find out more about working for us in REACT as a Healthcare and Therapy Assistant. https://esneft.pagetiger.com/dwmzbmf/1

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

Please watch our YouTube video about the service:REACT - YouTube

Job description Job responsibilities You must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to travel to patients homes using either their own car or one of the teams pool cars. Both teams work across Ipswich and East Suffolk, with a central base in Ipswich with proposed plans for further bases in Woodbridge and Stowmarket. Please note the successful applicant will be offered either at a Band 2 or Band 3 level depending on your previous experience & qualifications. Band 2 - you are required to have had minimum 12 months care experience but no qualifications required. You will be required to complete the Accelerated Care Certificate to progress to a Band 3. Band 3 - you are required to of had a minimum 6 months NHS experience as well as completing the NHS Care Certificate. Find out more about working for us in REACT as a Healthcare and Therapy Assistant. https://esneft.pagetiger.com/dwmzbmf/1 For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description. Please watch our YouTube video about the service:REACT - YouTube

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NHS Care certificate
• Evidence of completed competencies as part of a professional portfolio
• Level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Evidence of functional skills or willingness to undertake
• Willingness to undertake further study

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in an NHS healthcare setting.

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of physical, psychological and spiritual needs of patients, relatives and carers.
• Awareness of the nature of the carers role in assisting patients to fulfil basic human needs
• Knowledge of clinical procedures and observations
• Knowledge of relevant legislation

Desirable

• Understanding of risk management, health and safety issues, including safe manual handling.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of team and take instruction from senior staff
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car

Desirable

• Ability to support junior staff members

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NHS Care certificate Evidence of completed competencies as part of a professional portfolio Level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent experience Desirable Evidence of functional skills or willingness to undertake Willingness to undertake further study Experience Essential Previous experience in an NHS healthcare setting. Knowledge Essential Awareness of physical, psychological and spiritual needs of patients, relatives and carers. Awareness of the nature of the carers role in assisting patients to fulfil basic human needs Knowledge of clinical procedures and observations Knowledge of relevant legislation Desirable Understanding of risk management, health and safety issues, including safe manual handling. Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to work as part of team and take instruction from senior staff Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car Desirable Ability to support junior staff members

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Constantine House

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Constantine House

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Based at our offices in Sutton and Wallington, you will be at the heart of change, driving projects from inception to completion. The role will involve travel to other Trust sites.

What we're seeking:An Experienced Senior Project Manager.Experience in the healthcare sector and ideally delivered genomics projects.Proven track record of successfully delivering projects.Exceptional communication skills.You have demonstrated leadership ability and expertise in matrix management.A PRINCE2 practitioner level qualification.As the Programme Manager (Genomics), you'll not only lead projects but also play a pivotal role in developing the professional skills of our team. Through peer reviews and personal development initiatives, you'll ensure that each team member delivers project outputs to the highest standard, always on time and within budget.

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare at RMH..

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be responsible for managing the development and delivery of a number of strategic clinical digital projects, including, but not limited to:

o The development and delivery of a comprehensive programme of digital projects to support expanded and /or improved clinical/laboratory service delivery, primarily related to Genomics. This consists of a complex set of sub-projects. The role will be supported by experienced subject matter experts.o Provision of programme management governance and formal report submission to Senior Responsible Officers and to Trust Clinical Genomics / transformation programme boards.o Responsibility for delivering projects on time, to budget and to agreed quality standards that meet business needs. The appointee will liaise with the key stakeholders from the business and the Digital Diagnostics Programme, working closely with other Programme and Project Managers and Workstream Leads.o There will be a requirement for the post holder to liaise with external stakeholders, specifically senior leadership at the North Thames Genomics Medicine Service (NTGMS).

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£72,719 to £83,505 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

282-SA1894

Job locations

Royal Marsden Hospital

Wallington

SM6 0DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

• Responsible for the effective delivery of key strategic Genomic data & digital programmes along with some Pathology projects where appropriate.
• To deliver all projects in full compliance with the Trusts PMO framework.
• Ensure delivery of key elements against agreed milestones, budget and timelines with demonstration of success, outcomes measure and key performance indicators.
• Responsible for programme planning, including project reporting,monthly highlight reports, updating the risk logs, producing exception reports and ensuring that all work remains on target to deliver agreed objective.
• Ability to work as part of a larger team and when required independently.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification Responsible for the effective delivery of key strategic Genomic data & digital programmes along with some Pathology projects where appropriate. To deliver all projects in full compliance with the Trusts PMO framework. Ensure delivery of key elements against agreed milestones, budget and timelines with demonstration of success, outcomes measure and key performance indicators. Responsible for programme planning, including project reporting,monthly highlight reports, updating the risk logs, producing exception reports and ensuring that all work remains on target to deliver agreed objective. Ability to work as part of a larger team and when required independently.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
• Prince 2 Practitioner level

Desirable

• MSP qualified
• ITIL qualified

Skills Abilities / Knowledge

Essential

• Theoretical Knowledge of Project Management Techniques
• Theoretical Knowledge of Change Management Techniques
• Highly developed motivational, influencing and negotiating skills with proven success
• Well-developed presentation skills
• Advanced and proven programme management experience
• Excellent Report writing and budgeting skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills including delivery to tight deadlines
• Ability to prioritise conflicting demands
• Practical experience of applying and adapting Prince2 techniques
• Demonstrable leadership qualities
• Able to inspire and motivate staff at all levels
• Able to work as part of a team
• Self- motivated and able to work autonomously

Desirable

• Understanding of how a hospital functions

Experience

Essential

• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently
• Experience of leading a team and working effectively across a range of clinical/ department areas.
• Experience of change management and overcoming resistance to change
• Evidence of successful completion of complex projects within set timescales
• Successful delivery of 3rd party supplier led projects
• Experience of managing data migration / integration projects

Desirable

• Experience managing projects with a contract value of £1m or more in a healthcare setting
• Experience in Requirements Gathering

Other Requirements

Essential

• Willingness to travel and independently mobile

Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Prince 2 Practitioner level Desirable MSP qualified ITIL qualified Skills Abilities / Knowledge Essential Theoretical Knowledge of Project Management Techniques Theoretical Knowledge of Change Management Techniques Highly developed motivational, influencing and negotiating skills with proven success Well-developed presentation skills Advanced and proven programme management experience Excellent Report writing and budgeting skills Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Excellent organisational and time management skills including delivery to tight deadlines Ability to prioritise conflicting demands Practical experience of applying and adapting Prince2 techniques Demonstrable leadership qualities Able to inspire and motivate staff at all levels Able to work as part of a team Self- motivated and able to work autonomously Desirable Understanding of how a hospital functions Experience Essential Experience managing multiple projects concurrently Experience of leading a team and working effectively across a range of clinical/ department areas. Experience of change management and overcoming resistance to change Evidence of successful completion of complex projects within set timescales Successful delivery of 3rd party supplier led projects Experience of managing data migration / integration projects Desirable Experience managing projects with a contract value of £1m or more in a healthcare setting Experience in Requirements Gathering Other Requirements Essential Willingness to travel and independently mobile

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital

Wallington

SM6 0DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital

Wallington

SM6 0DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Working within the Private Care Division of the world famous Royal Marsden Foundation Trust you will be working within a Billing and Credit Control team based in Wallington, Surrey. We are looking for someone to work with us as part of the team responsible for the collection of all invoices in respect of patients attending the hospital for treatment privately, sponsored by Private Medical Insurers and also self-pay patients. The successful candidate will need to be methodical, accurate, good Excel skills and have an excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are required as the post involves direct contact with sponsors, patients and staff at all levels.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to work as part of the team responsible for ensuring that all payments owed to the Trust in respect of Private Medical Insurance Companies, Self-Funding Patients are collected promptly and in accordance with the Standing Financial Instructions and the Standard Operating Procedures.

The post holder will be responsible for liaising with the Admissions and Accounts office in respect of billing queries to ensure that any issues are resolved quickly and efficiently.The post holder will be expected to adopt a professional and caring attitude, with a polite and courteous manner in all aspects of communication.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job summary

Working within the Private Care Division of the world-famous Royal Marsden Foundation Trust you will be working within a Billing and Credit Control team based in Wallington, Surrey. We are looking for someone to work with us as part of the team responsible for the collection of all invoices in respect of patients attending the hospital for treatment privately, sponsored by International Embassies. The successful candidate will need to be methodical, accurate, good Excel skills and have an excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are required as the post involves direct contact with sponsors, patients, and staff at all levels.

Main duties of the job

• Responsible for administering the processes and processing of cash receipting of all monies paid to Private Care of the Royal Marsden Foundation Trust in an accurate and timely manner.
• Working closely with the teams within Billing and Credit Control and Admissions, Accounts, Cashier, Bank and external Private Medical Insurers, Embassy's and self-payers, the Cash Receipting Officer will ensure full the utilisation of our systems and resources to accurately and timely post incoming cash to the patient ledger.
• The Cash Receipting Officer will seek to improve, develop and adapt processes to achieve seamless cash posting and ensure processes run smoothly.
• They will be expected to adopt a professional and caring attitude, with a polite and courteous manner in all aspects of communication.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job summary

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation TrustBand 7 Neuro-Oncology Occupational Therapist, Sutton and Chelsea37.5 hours per week.

Award-Winning Patient CareWe're world-renowned for our research and treatment of cancer and we have been awarded the Charter Mark for our commitment to excellence in patient care.

What can we provide for you?

The opportunity to work within the largest cancer centre in Europe and to build on your existing skills and experience. The hospital encourages professional and personal development through an in-service education programme and support for study leave.

How do we work?We take a multiprofessional approach to the rehabilitation of patients with cancer undergoing treatment.

This post is dedicated to the rehabilitation of patients with neuro-oncology diagnoses. The post holder will be pivotal in the development of the neuro-oncology service as well as the key professional in providing Occupational Therapy input for the neuro-oncology patients as well as those with neurological deficits resulting from cancer and its treatment.The Royal Marsden Foundation NHS Trust is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe with an international reputation for high quality patient care, research & development and education.

To make an informal enquiry or to visit us, please contact Lauren Blackburn, Lead OT, on 020 8661 3090

Application pack please contact, please contact the Recruitment Bureau on 020 8643 5846 (24 hour answerphone), quoting reference number.'

Main duties of the job

• Cancer care is a rapidly developing area of expertise within Occupational Therapy.
• This Band 7 Occupational Therapist will jointly lead the Neuro-Oncology service with Physiotherapy colleagues across both sites of the Trust. They will treat inpatients and manage and prioritise outpatient referrals, co-ordinate outpatient appointments, assess patients, provide and develop the neuro-oncology service to this patient group including the use of supported self-management strategies and onward referral.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

282-SA1903

Job locations

Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

Undertake and oversee all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.

• The Band 7 Occupational Therapist is responsible for the provision of a high quality and evidence-based service. The post holder is a skilled practitioner, who will act as a source of knowledge and expertise for patients, families and other members of the health care team. The post holder takes a lead role in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the occupational therapy service within areas of advanced clinical practice.
• Provide a holistic and advanced assessment of patients with primary Central Nervous System tumours. These patients may present with complex physical, emotional and psychological needs as a result of their cancer diagnosis and its treatment with surgery, radiotherapy, protons and systemic anti-cancer therapy.

Key areas of responsibility

• Working autonomously in ward (including CCU) and outpatient settings to provide complex clinical assessment of the physical, biomechanical, sensory, psychological, cognitive, perceptual, and interpersonal deficits affecting the functioning of individuals with neuro-oncology diagnosis and neurological problems arising from cancer; as well as support their families and carers through the use of advanced clinical reasoning.
• Developing and implementing individual specialised therapeutic rehabilitation programmes specific to patients needs based on activity analysis using a client-centred, problem solving approach.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Education, Research and Development Responsibilities

• Leading the collection and collation of data and publication of evidence through approved research and audit e.g. publishing articles in recognized professional journals.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of education programmes within the Royal Marsden School of Cancer Nursing & Rehabilitation e.g. teaching on modules of the AHP post-graduate diploma/Masters courses, nursing and AHP diploma/degree courses and specific study days and conferences.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification Undertake and oversee all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. The Band 7 Occupational Therapist is responsible for the provision of a high quality and evidence-based service. The post holder is a skilled practitioner, who will act as a source of knowledge and expertise for patients, families and other members of the health care team. The post holder takes a lead role in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the occupational therapy service within areas of advanced clinical practice. Provide a holistic and advanced assessment of patients with primary Central Nervous System tumours. These patients may present with complex physical, emotional and psychological needs as a result of their cancer diagnosis and its treatment with surgery, radiotherapy, protons and systemic anti-cancer therapy. Key areas of responsibility Working autonomously in ward (including CCU) and outpatient settings to provide complex clinical assessment of the physical, biomechanical, sensory, psychological, cognitive, perceptual, and interpersonal deficits affecting the functioning of individuals with neuro-oncology diagnosis and neurological problems arising from cancer; as well as support their families and carers through the use of advanced clinical reasoning. Developing and implementing individual specialised therapeutic rehabilitation programmes specific to patients needs based on activity analysis using a client-centred, problem solving approach. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Education, Research and Development Responsibilities Leading the collection and collation of data and publication of evidence through approved research and audit e.g. publishing articles in recognized professional journals. Contributing to the development and implementation of education programmes within the Royal Marsden School of Cancer Nursing & Rehabilitation e.g. teaching on modules of the AHP post-graduate diploma/Masters courses, nursing and AHP diploma/degree courses and specific study days and conferences.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• State Registration with Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC) for Occupational Therapy.
• Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal.
• Evidence of experience in leadership, project management, audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance.
• Evidence of experience in presentation and teaching skills.
• Post-grad study days/courses in oncology/neuro-oncology/palliative care.
• Significant post graduate clinical experience with a minimum of two years' experience in oncology and neuro-oncology.

Desirable

• Membership of a clinical interest group in occupational therapy.
• Approved fieldwork supervisor course.
• Accredited wheelchair course.
• Accredited splinting and hand therapy course.

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Essential

• Advanced knowledge of functional assessment and treatment techniques for oncology, neuro-oncology and palliative care patients, including physical, cognitive, psychosocial functional assessments and treatment, as well as specific symptom and lifestyle management techniques (e.g. relaxation, anxiety, breathlessness and fatigue management).
• Risk assessment: Ability to carry out risk assessments concerning patients and staff safety, including Manual Handling. Ability to assess risks associated with lone working, take responsibility for reporting to colleagues and ensuring self and patient are safe at all times. Ability to assess potential risks with regard to patients' discharge from hospital.
• Expertise in group dynamics, planning, facilitating, running and evaluating therapeutic groups.
• Advanced clinical reasoning as well as analytical and creative problems solving skills.
• Communication skills: Advanced communication skills with particular ability to work with complex/sensitive situations with patients, carers, OT colleagues and the wider MDT; Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills as required in an oncology and palliative care setting; Ability to deal with imparting bad news.
• Written and documentation skills: Ability to produce professional and accurate notes and records including management reports, service development proposals, multi-professional care plans, letters, assessments for hospital and external agencies.
• Reflective Skills: Ability to reflect on and make positive changes to own and departmental clinical practices.
• Team skills: Ability to facilitate supportive team working to maintain efficacy, efficiency and morale.
• Autonomous working: Ability to work in a highly motivated self-directed manner on clinical and departmental activities.
• Organisational skills: Ability to prioritise workload and organise time effectively to manage multiple priorities.
• Supervisory skills: Ability to fulfil supervisory and mentor role for junior staff and undergraduate students.
• Educational skills: Ability to teach both patients and carers in areas relating to rehabilitation; Proven ability to prepare and deliver presentations and education sessions to health care colleagues and members of public.
• IT skills: Ability to enter data, prepare reports, formal written documentation and multi-media presentations. Confident in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel.
• NHS/Trust: Sound understanding of current NHS and the Trust's issues.

Desirable

• Membership of a clinical interest group in occupational therapy.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post graduate clinical experience with a minimum of two years' experience in oncology and neuro-oncology.
• Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal.
• Evidence of experience in leadership, project management, audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance.
• Evidence of experience in presentation and teaching skills.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy. State Registration with Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC) for Occupational Therapy. Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal. Evidence of experience in leadership, project management, audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance. Evidence of experience in presentation and teaching skills. Post-grad study days/courses in oncology/neuro-oncology/palliative care. Significant post graduate clinical experience with a minimum of two years' experience in oncology and neuro-oncology. Desirable Membership of a clinical interest group in occupational therapy. Approved fieldwork supervisor course. Accredited wheelchair course. Accredited splinting and hand therapy course. Skills Abilities/knowledge Essential Advanced knowledge of functional assessment and treatment techniques for oncology, neuro-oncology and palliative care patients, including physical, cognitive, psychosocial functional assessments and treatment, as well as specific symptom and lifestyle management techniques (e.g. relaxation, anxiety, breathlessness and fatigue management). Risk assessment: Ability to carry out risk assessments concerning patients and staff safety, including Manual Handling. Ability to assess risks associated with lone working, take responsibility for reporting to colleagues and ensuring self and patient are safe at all times. Ability to assess potential risks with regard to patients' discharge from hospital. Expertise in group dynamics, planning, facilitating, running and evaluating therapeutic groups. Advanced clinical reasoning as well as analytical and creative problems solving skills. Communication skills: Advanced communication skills with particular ability to work with complex/sensitive situations with patients, carers, OT colleagues and the wider MDT; Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills as required in an oncology and palliative care setting; Ability to deal with imparting bad news. Written and documentation skills: Ability to produce professional and accurate notes and records including management reports, service development proposals, multi-professional care plans, letters, assessments for hospital and external agencies. Reflective Skills: Ability to reflect on and make positive changes to own and departmental clinical practices. Team skills: Ability to facilitate supportive team working to maintain efficacy, efficiency and morale. Autonomous working: Ability to work in a highly motivated self-directed manner on clinical and departmental activities. Organisational skills: Ability to prioritise workload and organise time effectively to manage multiple priorities. Supervisory skills: Ability to fulfil supervisory and mentor role for junior staff and undergraduate students. Educational skills: Ability to teach both patients and carers in areas relating to rehabilitation; Proven ability to prepare and deliver presentations and education sessions to health care colleagues and members of public. IT skills: Ability to enter data, prepare reports, formal written documentation and multi-media presentations. Confident in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel. NHS/Trust: Sound understanding of current NHS and the Trust's issues. Desirable Membership of a clinical interest group in occupational therapy. Experience Essential Significant post graduate clinical experience with a minimum of two years' experience in oncology and neuro-oncology. Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal. Evidence of experience in leadership, project management, audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance. Evidence of experience in presentation and teaching skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This vacancy is a 12 Month Fixed Term Post - Maternity Cover

An exciting opportunity has a risen for a 0.6WTE 12 month fixed term (maternity cover) band 5 Dietitian to work within our outpatient and inpatient dietetic team at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative and proactive HCPC registered Dietitian, with excellent clinical, communication and team working skills. This could be a great opportunity to start your dietetic career or to develop your current skills by working within a team of specialist dietitians in an outpatient and acute setting.

Main duties of the job

The post will provide cover to general clinics, weight management clinics, gestational diabetes groups and gastroenterology clinics. It will also include some work on the wards including Acute Medical Unit, gastroenterology, respiratory, endocrine, haematology, surgery and care of the elderly.

Some cross site working may be required across the three hospital sites covered by the Trust, transport is available.

We are a fully integrated team that includes, dietitians, nutrition nurses and assistants. Professional development is encouraged and supported through appraisal and regular supervision. You will be allocated time for CPD and shadowing experienced specialist dietitians.

All dietitians are actively involved in student training and take students from University of Nottingham and Sheffield Hallam University.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.

At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working live, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to work in our Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities in East Surrey. We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to work within a well-established multi-disciplinary health team. Previous experience of working with people with a learning disability is desirable.

Our learning disabilities services provide high quality care within assessment and treatment settings and within community teams. Our Speech and Language Therapists are committed to promoting good communication in a proactive, ethical way. They have a key role in supporting individuals, their support networks and multi-disciplinary colleagues in the implementation of the RCSLT five good communication standards.

The successful candidate will possess good written and verbal communication skills and will be a keen team player. Surrey & Borders Partnership Foundation NHS Trust is committed to encouraging staff to develop their full potential and therefore supports training and Continuing Personal Development within a robust, supportive supervision structure.

The candidate must have a valid Driving License. Successful applicants will be expected to travel between bases in Redhill and Leatherhead.

Main duties of the job

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the speech and language therapy needs of people with learning disabilities who use our services.

o To supervise and teach unqualified staff including students.

To demonstrate specialist speech and language therapy skills in areas of communication in order to develop and maintain skills needed for living a safe and ordinary life.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job summary

Join a team that makes a difference.

As part of our Procurement and Supply Chain team, you will play a vital role in supporting healthcare services across multiple sites within our Integrated Care System (ICS), helping to deliver high-quality patient care for the communities we serve.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation. You will be instrumental in driving value for money through effective contract management, strong commercial acumen, and excellent stakeholder engagement. The role offers a real opportunity to influence service delivery, support strategic decision-making, and contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement and supply chain services across the Trust.

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the county, providing acute healthcare services from three principal sites: Worcestershire Royal Hospital (Worcester), Alexandra Hospital (Redditch), and Kidderminster Hospital and Treatment Centre.

Reporting directly to the Senior Category Manager, the successful candidate will provide strategic procurement leadership and expert commercial advice across the organisation. While the role will be principally based at the Alexandra Hospital in Redditch, it will support stakeholders and services across all Trust locations, offering a varied and rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact on patient care and organisational performance.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the provision of a procurement service that supports customers in developing opportunities and achieving value for money. The Procurement Manager will work with the Snr Category Manager in the creation, development and delivery of the Directorates savings schemes. Responsible for ensuring the best value for money is achieved from clinically acceptable products. Ensure that the Trust carries out secure and compliant procurement processes to obtain best value for money in the procurement of all goods and services in support of the achievement of the agreed procurement savings targets. Support the development and delivery of sourcing strategies from Trust non-pay spend. To lead tender and supplier contracting initiatives for assigned categories within the Procurement work plan using specialist analytical techniques and software to support the delivery of year-on-year cash releasing and cost avoidance savings. Be point of expert knowledge with regard to third-party spend in particular areas of business. This should cover suppliers, internal customers, spend categories, contracts and on-going related suppliers performance management and productivity. Contribute to production of the annual sourcing work plan to meet key strategic objectives as agreed with Divisions by reviewing overall Trust spend, identifying, obtain and record signed contracts. Contribute to the implementation and development of departmental policies, procedures and strategies.

About us

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.

The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester

Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.

We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.

Being open and honest

Ensuring people feel cared for

Showing respect to everyone

We are committed to developing a culture of continuous improvement by embedding the principles of our Improvement System.

We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.

DBS Checks and Costs

Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9365-26-0797

Job locations

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Duties:

Support the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager in ensuring all non-pay spend is governed by and subject to proficient procurement.

Maintain overall understanding of Trust spend using a variety of data sources including Oracle, Atamis, Spend Comparison Websites and supplier data to establish a detailed knowledge of Trust expenditure by Supplier, Site, Division, Department & Commodity.

Engage and work closely with senior stakeholders who provide healthcare and support services to help identify improvements and changes in practice arising from supply market opportunities.

Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to maximise Procurement performance and non-pay efficiencies across the Trust.

Provide expert strategic procurement advise to stakeholders.

Develop robust category strategies.

Documenting, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders to ensure effective buy-in to the proposed category strategies.

To lead on category management within one or more Categories under the direction of the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager

Develop and implement Tender activity as directed by Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager with internal Divisional leads across the organisation at PA23, PCR2015 or PSR.

Lead, manage, evaluate and report the findings of product trials.

To assist with the development of specifications for requirements.

To assist with the development of robust evaluation criteria for all accreditation processes to ensure that they are transparent and capable of withstanding legal challenge.

To produce a project plan for each procurement to highlight the key milestones, identify any barriers and alternatives to circumnavigate these problems to deliver the projects on time.

Report any barriers to the progression of any projects following the departmental procedures after making every effort to progress prior to escalating.

Ensure the timely provision of project progress and savings delivery to feed into workplan and monthly reporting timescales.

Report agreed savings to the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager as per department procedures to ensure timely reporting to the PMO.

Ensure that Divisional management and PMO are clear on progress with initiatives and aware of potential barriers/delays so action plans to overcome these can be put in place.

Identify Quality Cost Improvement Initiatives (CIP) from spend and supplier analysis and dialogue with Divisional leads across the Trust as agreed with the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager.

Monitor contracts to ensure contract governance is in place and coordinate supplier/stakeholder contract monitoring and improve performance to support the CIP agenda.

Monitor and maintain contract compliance against Trust expenditure. Liaise with internal and external contacts to facilitate contractual coverage for non-compliant expenditure where formal agreements are not in place.

Maintain an up-to-date understanding of Government and Department of Health directives such as the National NHS Procurement Strategy (Better Procurement, Better Value, Better Care) and other DoH initiatives that relate to the Procurement service.

To support other members of the team with any formal tenders as and when necessary.

To use the electronic tendering system and contracts finder portals.

To work in conjunction with collaborative procurement organisations including, but not limited to NHS Supply Chain, Crown Commercial Services etc.

Deputise for the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager.

Manage and promptly deal with complaints and concerns from Directorates on commercially sensitive and complex supply issues, using careful analysis and judgement and responding positively through the use of empathy, persuasion and negotiations to deliver effectives resolutions to issues raised.

Provide advice on Terms and Conditions of Contracting and procurement legal issues before, during and after award of contracts.

To communicate clearly and succinctly, using the appropriate language for the audience in a way which motivates and supports other members of the team. Communications will involve complex information where persuasive, negotiating skills are required and will be:

o Face to face and by telephone

o Within formal and informal meetings

o Written. Letters, memorandum, e-mail, and reports

o Through presentations

To respond to local clinical staff and potential or existing provider enquiries, either written, email, face to face or telephone using empathy and judgement in an efficient and effective way.

To advise customers and implement and legal or financial changes within EU, Public Contracts Regulations and Guidance and procurement thresholds.

To liaise with other Procurement specialists and other team members on a daily basis in order to ensure accurate and up to date information related to the procurement plan is disseminated.

To assists the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager with implementation of Departmental policies, procedures and strategies.

To be responsible for the delivery of a number of strategic objectives within the Trusts Procurement Strategy document.

Carry out research and contributes advice on the introduction of new products and ensures that appropriate trials are undertaken and recorded and assist with the standardisation programme.

The post holder will work closely with user departments, usually as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team, in order to understand their need and interpret these through to the appropriate commercial agreements.

Represent Trust at national and regional events and projects.

Undertaking any other assignments or duties allocated by the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager. The work pattern is unpredictable due to the requirement to respond to urgent requests from Trust Managers and Suppliers.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Duties: Support the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager in ensuring all non-pay spend is governed by and subject to proficient procurement. Maintain overall understanding of Trust spend using a variety of data sources including Oracle, Atamis, Spend Comparison Websites and supplier data to establish a detailed knowledge of Trust expenditure by Supplier, Site, Division, Department & Commodity. Engage and work closely with senior stakeholders who provide healthcare and support services to help identify improvements and changes in practice arising from supply market opportunities. Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to maximise Procurement performance and non-pay efficiencies across the Trust. Provide expert strategic procurement advise to stakeholders. Develop robust category strategies. Documenting, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders to ensure effective buy-in to the proposed category strategies. To lead on category management within one or more Categories under the direction of the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager Develop and implement Tender activity as directed by Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager with internal Divisional leads across the organisation at PA23, PCR2015 or PSR. Lead, manage, evaluate and report the findings of product trials. To assist with the development of specifications for requirements. To assist with the development of robust evaluation criteria for all accreditation processes to ensure that they are transparent and capable of withstanding legal challenge. To produce a project plan for each procurement to highlight the key milestones, identify any barriers and alternatives to circumnavigate these problems to deliver the projects on time. Report any barriers to the progression of any projects following the departmental procedures after making every effort to progress prior to escalating. Ensure the timely provision of project progress and savings delivery to feed into workplan and monthly reporting timescales. Report agreed savings to the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager as per department procedures to ensure timely reporting to the PMO. Ensure that Divisional management and PMO are clear on progress with initiatives and aware of potential barriers/delays so action plans to overcome these can be put in place. Identify Quality Cost Improvement Initiatives (CIP) from spend and supplier analysis and dialogue with Divisional leads across the Trust as agreed with the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager. Monitor contracts to ensure contract governance is in place and coordinate supplier/stakeholder contract monitoring and improve performance to support the CIP agenda. Monitor and maintain contract compliance against Trust expenditure. Liaise with internal and external contacts to facilitate contractual coverage for non-compliant expenditure where formal agreements are not in place. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of Government and Department of Health directives such as the National NHS Procurement Strategy (Better Procurement, Better Value, Better Care) and other DoH initiatives that relate to the Procurement service. To support other members of the team with any formal tenders as and when necessary. To use the electronic tendering system and contracts finder portals. To work in conjunction with collaborative procurement organisations including, but not limited to NHS Supply Chain, Crown Commercial Services etc. Deputise for the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager. Manage and promptly deal with complaints and concerns from Directorates on commercially sensitive and complex supply issues, using careful analysis and judgement and responding positively through the use of empathy, persuasion and negotiations to deliver effectives resolutions to issues raised. Provide advice on Terms and Conditions of Contracting and procurement legal issues before, during and after award of contracts. To communicate clearly and succinctly, using the appropriate language for the audience in a way which motivates and supports other members of the team. Communications will involve complex information where persuasive, negotiating skills are required and will be:o Face to face and by telephoneo Within formal and informal meetingso Written. Letters, memorandum, e-mail, and reportso Through presentations To respond to local clinical staff and potential or existing provider enquiries, either written, email, face to face or telephone using empathy and judgement in an efficient and effective way. To advise customers and implement and legal or financial changes within EU, Public Contracts Regulations and Guidance and procurement thresholds. To liaise with other Procurement specialists and other team members on a daily basis in order to ensure accurate and up to date information related to the procurement plan is disseminated. To assists the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager with implementation of Departmental policies, procedures and strategies. To be responsible for the delivery of a number of strategic objectives within the Trusts Procurement Strategy document. Carry out research and contributes advice on the introduction of new products and ensures that appropriate trials are undertaken and recorded and assist with the standardisation programme. The post holder will work closely with user departments, usually as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team, in order to understand their need and interpret these through to the appropriate commercial agreements. Represent Trust at national and regional events and projects. Undertaking any other assignments or duties allocated by the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager. The work pattern is unpredictable due to the requirement to respond to urgent requests from Trust Managers and Suppliers.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Holds a professional procurement qualification or has relevant demonstrable senior procurement management experience.
• Good standard of General Education.
• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development.

Desirable

• C.I.P.S. or studying towards.
• Project management.
• Negotiation training
• Report writing

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate your procurement/category management within a large organisation and how you have developed a category strategy.
• Explain how you have led, trained and developed your team ensuring set targets are met.
• Describe the process of how you would analyse, interpret and communicate complex data to a range of audiences.
• Demonstrable experience of carrying out high value procurements from conception to evaluation and implementation whilst providing advice in relation to contractual terms - conditions.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain Management, Contract processes and Contract Law including e-commerce and e-procurement.
• Understanding of customer requirements that are particular to the healthcare industry.
• Knowledge and understanding of staff management issues, leadership and motivation.
• Knowledge of Inventory Management Systems and issues.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to solve complex contracting problems innovatively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in terms that can be understood across all professions within the Trust.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional approach to all aspects of work, in particular the adoption of the CIPS ethical code of conduct and the Trust's Code of Conduct and accountability.
• Proven ability to operate/think laterally and work on own initiative.
• Articulate with practised and developed interpersonal communication and presentations skills.
• Creative, innovative and visionary mind set.
• Ability to influence, command respect and to establish credibility with Board members.
• Demonstrates tact and diplomacy as well as an ability to be assertive when required.
• To be able to work to deadlines and work under pressure to meet targets in a professional manner.
• Results driven with a willingness to change and implement new ideas/concepts.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Holds a professional procurement qualification or has relevant demonstrable senior procurement management experience. Good standard of General Education. Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development. Desirable C.I.P.S. or studying towards. Project management. Negotiation training Report writing Experience Essential Demonstrate your procurement/category management within a large organisation and how you have developed a category strategy. Explain how you have led, trained and developed your team ensuring set targets are met. Describe the process of how you would analyse, interpret and communicate complex data to a range of audiences. Demonstrable experience of carrying out high value procurements from conception to evaluation and implementation whilst providing advice in relation to contractual terms - conditions. Skills and Knowledge Essential Thorough knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain Management, Contract processes and Contract Law including e-commerce and e-procurement. Understanding of customer requirements that are particular to the healthcare industry. Knowledge and understanding of staff management issues, leadership and motivation. Knowledge of Inventory Management Systems and issues. Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to solve complex contracting problems innovatively. Ability to communicate effectively in terms that can be understood across all professions within the Trust. Personal Qualities Essential Professional approach to all aspects of work, in particular the adoption of the CIPS ethical code of conduct and the Trust's Code of Conduct and accountability. Proven ability to operate/think laterally and work on own initiative. Articulate with practised and developed interpersonal communication and presentations skills. Creative, innovative and visionary mind set. Ability to influence, command respect and to establish credibility with Board members. Demonstrates tact and diplomacy as well as an ability to be assertive when required. To be able to work to deadlines and work under pressure to meet targets in a professional manner. Results driven with a willingness to change and implement new ideas/concepts.

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Ashmount

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Support Worker Band 2 to join Ashmount, within the Trust's Learning Disabilities Directorate. Ashmount is a residential service for up to seven individuals who have a learning disability, autism and challenging behaviour.

We provide intensive support and a wide range of activities from our care service, which has excellent facilities and is set in its own large, secluded grounds.

We are looking for team members who are focussed on promoting people's rights, choices and independence and ensuring they live full and active lives.

The post holder will work positively and proactively with colleagues and will develop up-to-date knowledge of best practice and ranges of approaches within learning disability services and CQC requirements.

The post-holder would be involved working alongside the registered nurses and supporting people to access the community. The post will offer excellent opportunities for development.

Opportunities for joint working with other disciplines and agencies would be an integral part to the role.

The post-holder would need to hold a full driving license and be prepared to work flexibly in various locations across the Trust.

Excellent communication skills and confident use of IT would be key in this role.

For informal visits, further information or questions please contact Asha Rampersad on 01372 203063.

Main duties of the job

• Participate in the ongoing monitoring of the health (mental and physical) and behaviour of people living at Ashmount, reporting and recording all observations, reporting to senior staff any changes in the person's condition.
• To promote, support and deliver meaningful activities and promote engagement with activities at all times within the service and in the wider community.
• To communicate effectively and appropriately with people who use Ashmount's service.
• Report any accident, incident, or untoward occurrence relating to the people living at Ashmount, visitors or staff.
• To attend to care needs identified within the care plan ensuring respect, privacy and dignity at all times.
• Help to maintain/develop relationships between individuals and their families/carers/others.
• Participate in meetings, assisting in the preparation of reports and contributing information/observations as required.
• Involve people in the development of their own care and support packages.
• To maintain the safety of people at all times, alerting senior staff to any identified risks whether perceived or actual.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We also provide social care services for people with a learning disability in Croydon and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.

We actively seek to engage people who use our services and our communities in improving the mental wellbeing of the local population. We work closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations who provide services and support people who use services and carers.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast.

Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach.

For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Eligibility to high cost area supplement is conditional upon candidates residence and will be discussed on offer.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit a Qualified Clinical/Counselling Psychologist for an exciting opportunity in Cancer Care at University Hospitals Dorset. We are looking to recruit an experienced qualified Clinical/Counselling Psychologist who is interested in an opportunity to develop leadership and project management skills, as well as work within a multidisciplinary environment to effect service change at Band 8a. We will also consider newly qualified candidates at a Band 7 who can demonstrate they have contributed to service development in a multidisciplinary physical healthcare environment.

You will lead on a new project to support and address psychological barriers to cancer treatment across all tumour groups for people living with cancer in Dorset. You will collaborate with the Team Lead on project development and receive support from an Assistant Psychologist. You will also support the wider team through providing assessment and intervention services to people referred to the Dorset Cancer Centre Counselling and Psychology Service.

This is a part-time position and funding is secured for 18 months, with potential to use project outcomes to expand psychologist provision, possibly extending the contract or making the role permanent.

Applicants who have less than 2 years experience as a qualified clinical psychologist may be offered a Band 7 role if appropriate.

Main duties of the job

You will develop relationships with the Cancer MDTs and ward based clinicians to identify and support people affected by cancer, as well as provide opportunities for improving psychological screening and support provided by other healthcare professionals. The work will involve supporting the emotional impact of the work on healthcare clinicians where necessary, and influencing the treatment environment to support trauma-informed care. You will provide a safe and effective evidence-based Level 4 psychological support service to individuals, couples and families who are affected by a diagnosis of cancer in line with NICE Guidance on Cancer Care Services, Improving Supportive and Palliative Care for Adults. You will work closely within our team comprised of Clinical Psychologists, Counsellors, and a Social Worker. We all work alongside multidisciplinary professionals providing nursing, medical and therapeutic care.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

This role requires HCPC Registration.

Base Locations: Forest Holme Hospice, Poole and Bournemouth Hospitals

Interview date: Monday, 2nd November 2026

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.