Job summary

The Band 7 post will provide clinical and operational leadership within the nurse-led Pre-Operative Assessment Service, ensuring the delivery of a safe, effective and responsive service for patients awaiting elective surgery. The post will oversee the coordination of daily activity, support the assessment and optimisation of complex patients, and provide clinical supervision and leadership to the nursing team.

The post will play a key role in workforce planning, service development, clinical governance and quality improvement, identifying opportunities to improve patient pathways, reduce avoidable cancellations and delays, and maximise effective use of theatre capacity.

The post will work collaboratively with surgical, anaesthetic, nursing and operational teams to ensure patients progress safely and efficiently through the elective pathway, while supporting delivery of organisational and national performance requirements.

Main duties of the job

Lead and coordinate the day-to-day delivery of the nurse-led Pre-Operative Assessment Service.Provide senior clinical assessment and decision-making for complex patients, including identification of clinical risks and appropriate escalation.Ensure patients are appropriately assessed, investigated and optimised prior to surgery.Work closely with anaesthetic, surgical, nursing and multidisciplinary teams to support timely patient progression through the elective pathway.Provide clinical leadership, supervision, support and development for the Pre-Operative Assessment team.Manage workload, staffing and capacity to ensure service demands are met safely and effectively.Monitor activity, waiting times, cancellations and service performance, identifying and implementing improvements.Lead service development and quality improvement initiatives to improve patient pathways, efficiency and patient experience.Support clinical governance, audit, risk management, incident review and compliance with relevant policies and standards.Identify opportunities to improve skill mix, clinic utilisation and processes to maximise substantive capacity and reduce reliance on WLI.Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, induction and performance management within the service.Promote evidence-based practice and ensure consistent standards of Pre-Operative Assessment across the service.Support delivery of organisational and national elective care and waiting-list performance requirements.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

160-8221757

Job locations

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide clinical and operational leadership for the generic nurse-led Pre-Operative Assessment (POA) Service at The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust.

The role is responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of the service, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based pre-operative care for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures and interventions.

The post holder will work autonomously to undertake comprehensive pre-operative assessments, including detailed medical, surgical and anaesthetic histories, clinical examination and appropriate investigations in line with national guidance. They will interpret clinical findings, identify and manage risk, initiate appropriate referrals and liaise with anaesthetic, surgical, pharmacy and wider multidisciplinary teams to determine patients fitness to proceed with surgery.

The role will ensure appropriate follow-up of investigations and referrals and identify any additional communication, cultural, social or specialist support requirements.

The post holder will provide effective clinical and operational leadership to the POA team, including workforce planning, rota management, recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, performance and attendance management, competency development and education. They will act as a clinical role model and support the development of staff through teaching, supervision and evidence-based practice.

A key responsibility will be the continued development and optimisation of the POA pathway, including implementation of appropriate IT systems and processes to support safe and efficient service delivery. The post holder will monitor activity, quality and key performance indicators, undertake audit, manage incidents and contribute to clinical governance and service improvement.

The role will work collaboratively across surgical, anaesthetic, medical and nursing teams to ensure effective patient flow and timely progression to surgery. The post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of Trust policies, national standards and evidence-based practice, ensuring the service remains responsive to changing patient and organisational needs.

The post holder will maintain specialist knowledge of neurosurgical procedures and interventions and undertake ongoing professional development through clinical supervision, appraisal, education, networking, audit and research. They will support relevant research and audit programmes and identify opportunities to improve patient safety, experience and outcomes within the pre-operative pathway.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will provide clinical and operational leadership for the generic nurse-led Pre-Operative Assessment (POA) Service at The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust. The role is responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of the service, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based pre-operative care for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures and interventions. The post holder will work autonomously to undertake comprehensive pre-operative assessments, including detailed medical, surgical and anaesthetic histories, clinical examination and appropriate investigations in line with national guidance. They will interpret clinical findings, identify and manage risk, initiate appropriate referrals and liaise with anaesthetic, surgical, pharmacy and wider multidisciplinary teams to determine patients fitness to proceed with surgery. The role will ensure appropriate follow-up of investigations and referrals and identify any additional communication, cultural, social or specialist support requirements. The post holder will provide effective clinical and operational leadership to the POA team, including workforce planning, rota management, recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, performance and attendance management, competency development and education. They will act as a clinical role model and support the development of staff through teaching, supervision and evidence-based practice. A key responsibility will be the continued development and optimisation of the POA pathway, including implementation of appropriate IT systems and processes to support safe and efficient service delivery. The post holder will monitor activity, quality and key performance indicators, undertake audit, manage incidents and contribute to clinical governance and service improvement. The role will work collaboratively across surgical, anaesthetic, medical and nursing teams to ensure effective patient flow and timely progression to surgery. The post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of Trust policies, national standards and evidence-based practice, ensuring the service remains responsive to changing patient and organisational needs. The post holder will maintain specialist knowledge of neurosurgical procedures and interventions and undertake ongoing professional development through clinical supervision, appraisal, education, networking, audit and research. They will support relevant research and audit programmes and identify opportunities to improve patient safety, experience and outcomes within the pre-operative pathway.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level Registered Nurse
• Current NMC Registration
• Degree level education or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Teaching, mentorship or practice assessor qualification
• Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
• Preoperative Association Advanced Course
• Leadership or management qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Post-registration clinical experience including neurosciences practice
• Experience of pre-operative assessment and patient pathway management
• Experience of leading and supporting staff within a clinical setting
• Experience of incident investigation and management
• Experience of undertaking appraisals and supporting staff development
• Experience of workforce management including roster management, attendance management and performance management processes
• Knowledge of national guidance relating to pre-operative assessment and perioperative care

Desirable

• Experience of service development, quality improvement
• Experience of clinical audit and governance processes
• Experience of managing budgets or resources

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake comprehensive pre operative assessment
• Ability to interpret and act upon investigation results in accordance with agreed pathways
• Ability to work autonomously within agreed scope of practice
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload and service demands
• Proficient IT skills including use of electronic patient record systems, Microsoft Office and data analysis tools
• Ability to contribute to service improvement and change initiatives
• Ability to undertake staff appraisal, supervision and performance management.
• Ability to monitor compliance with mandatory training, competencies and professional standards.
• Ability to provide assurance regarding service performance, quality, patient safety and workforce compliance.

Desirable

• Advanced clinical assessment skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential First Level Registered Nurse Current NMC Registration Degree level education or equivalent experience Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Teaching, mentorship or practice assessor qualification Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification Preoperative Association Advanced Course Leadership or management qualification Knowledge and Experience Essential Post-registration clinical experience including neurosciences practice Experience of pre-operative assessment and patient pathway management Experience of leading and supporting staff within a clinical setting Experience of incident investigation and management Experience of undertaking appraisals and supporting staff development Experience of workforce management including roster management, attendance management and performance management processes Knowledge of national guidance relating to pre-operative assessment and perioperative care Desirable Experience of service development, quality improvement Experience of clinical audit and governance processes Experience of managing budgets or resources Skills and Attributes Essential Ability to undertake comprehensive pre operative assessment Ability to interpret and act upon investigation results in accordance with agreed pathways Ability to work autonomously within agreed scope of practice Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload and service demands Proficient IT skills including use of electronic patient record systems, Microsoft Office and data analysis tools Ability to contribute to service improvement and change initiatives Ability to undertake staff appraisal, supervision and performance management. Ability to monitor compliance with mandatory training, competencies and professional standards. Ability to provide assurance regarding service performance, quality, patient safety and workforce compliance. Desirable Advanced clinical assessment 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.

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

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

16 hours per week to be worked over 7 day rota

You will work 4 days per week and every other weekend

£25,853 per annum full time which is £11,030 per annum pro rata for 16 hours per week

Are you passionate about creating a warm and comforting environment? Do you have exceptional cleaning skills and an eye for detail? Join our team at St Oswalds Hospice as a Housekeeper and play a vital role in providing a clean and serene atmosphere for our patients and their families during their time of need. As a Housekeeper, your primary focus will be to maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of our hospice. No experience is needed as full training will be given.

Were all for using AI to help us be more efficient in our roles, however, when it comes to job applications, we want to hear your voice, your ideas, your skills and experiences. If youre thinking about using AI to help with your application, please take a moment to consider how well it reflects the real you. Were keen to hear your story, in your own words, so please dont be afraid to let your individuality come through.

Main duties of the job

Due to the nature of this role in a hospice setting, we need to carry out an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) if you are appointed.

You must have existing right to work in the UK for this role.

During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best.Please contact [email protected] if you need any support with your application or there are any adjustments you might need.

Interview date; Monday 12 October 2026

About us

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time if we receive a high volume of applications or if a suitable candidate is found

Registered Charity No. 503386

St Oswalds Hospice aims to be an equal opportunities employer.

Disability Confident Leader

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST6+)/ Senior in Hepatobiliary (HPB) Surgery at Addenbrooke's Hospital, part of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

This post is to commence on 06 January 2027 for a 12 month period.

The Cambridge HPB Surgical Unit is the centralised regional HPB referral centre for East Anglia covering a population of 2.5million. Our unit is one of the largest in the UK in terms of clinical volumes (8 Consultant HPB surgeons, >120 liver resections, >100 pancreatic resections annually), with excellent surgical outcomes. The post offers excellent sub-specialty training in HPB surgery.

Candidates require previous experience at Specialty Registrar level in General Surgery, experience in HPB Surgery is desirable but not essential.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide senior surgical cover for HPB patients including attending operating theatres, outpatient clinics, HPB MDT meetings, and covering the on-call rota for HPB surgery.

There will not be a commitment to General Surgery or Transplant Surgery on-calls. The successful candidate will join a team of SCFs and HPB Specialty Trainees. The appointee is expected to carry out a degree of clinical work independently.We have an excellent track record of providing sub-specialty training in HPB surgery including complex HPB resectional surgery. There will be ample opportunities to be engaged in research projects leading to publications.

The applicants must meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification section of the Job Description.

Please note that this post does not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council is essential to have in place at time of commencement.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£76,325 to £78,582 a year per annum, pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9180-26-1120

Job locations

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person Specification

Shortlistable

Essential

• MRCS or equivalent qualification
• GMC and Licence to practice at application
• Completed Core Surgical Training or equivalent
• Completion Specialty Registrar - General Surgery or equivalent training up to ST6 level
• Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures
• Experience of dealing with general emergency admissions
• Awareness of medico-legal implications of work

Desirable

• CCrISP
• Appointment at Senior level - you are required to have completed Specialty Registrar training in the UK or equivalent with CCT
• Show interest in investigative, audit and research work outside immediate clinical responsibility

Person Specification Shortlistable Essential MRCS or equivalent qualification GMC and Licence to practice at application Completed Core Surgical Training or equivalent Completion Specialty Registrar - General Surgery or equivalent training up to ST6 level Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures Experience of dealing with general emergency admissions Awareness of medico-legal implications of work Desirable CCrISP Appointment at Senior level - you are required to have completed Specialty Registrar training in the UK or equivalent with CCT Show interest in investigative, audit and research work outside immediate clinical responsibility

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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to employ a full-time Community Support Worker within the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team. This role will focus on the delivery of population-based mental health care for the community of Worcester City. You will be working alongside a team of highly specialist practitioners and have direct relationships with the professionals within the local Primary Care Networks (PCN). If you are seeking a role that encompasses new ways of working that will be the future delivery of community mental health care in England, then this is an opportunity you should not miss. Consideration will be made for flexible working and there may be some opportunities for staff members to work from home where clinically possible.

Please note the Trust will not routinely provide sponsorship to work for this role. Employment on a time limited visa doesn't guarantee sponsorship at point of expiry.

Main duties of the job

Will work as a key member and resource of the MDT core team.

Aspects of the role would also include close working within the MDT, undertaking and supporting individuals accessing the service in Recovery focussed activities.

There is scope for professional development as the trust has a repertoire of training available to those wishing to extend their skill set. Developing our workforce is important to us, and we are pioneering champion roles across the organisation.

Support registered professionals to deliver evidenced based interventions, managing a caseload of patients.

Supporting and signposting to improve social isolation and improved population health.

You will have experience of working with this user group in community settings.

The ability to work flexibly as the need of the service demands is essential.

Attend weekly MDT meetings, participate in professionals meetings, signpost to adjunct services depending on patient need.

Support and guidance to the carers of patients accessing the services.

About us

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities

If you would like to know more, please visit our website.

We encourage you to read the attached applicant guidance notes.

Sharing your data - As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data to pursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey from you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained interest in working for the Trust.

Job summary

Caring for pregnant women who have underlying medical complexities, is an area of Midwifery practice that requires specialist knowledge and skills. We are, therefore, looking for an experienced, competent and enthusiastic Midwife to join our well-established Maternal Medicine and Preterm Birth team. The successful candidate will be expected to provide comprehensive antenatal and postnatal care within the hospital setting; in conjunction with the other Midwives and Doctors in the team, as well as the wider multi-disciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties:

To provide direct, woman-centred care during the antenatal and postnatal period; and have detailed clinical knowledge of this specialist area of Midwifery practice.

To work within our joint Maternal Medicine/Preterm Birth full-day clinic every Thursday; ensuring consistency and continuity of care for women with medically complex pregnancies and/or at increased risk of Preterm birth.

To conduct antenatal booking appointments for women who have been referred to the Maternal Medicine/Preterm Birth service; ensuring that the correct follow-up is arranged and any concerns are discussed and/or escalated to an appropriate member of the multi-disciplinary team.

To help to further develop and run our newly formed hospital-based postnatal clinic on a Sunday, and to work within this service as required.

To be responsible for the collection, testing and documentation of any specimens; ensuring a safe and appropriate plan is made for any abnormal results.

To refer women, as required, to PNMH or the Maternity Safeguarding team as appropriate; whether that be at booking, at a later stage of pregnancy or in the early postnatal period.

To ensure that all episodes of care are documented in an appropriate and accountable way; disseminating all relevant changes in the woman's condition to the multi-disciplinary team.

About us

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Job summary

Job summary

Holes Lane Medical Centreis a progressive, innovative, adaptive, and high achieving training practice established in Woolston, Warrington. We have 2 branches located within easy reach of the M62 and M6 motorways that serve a population of 10,200 patients.

We continually strive to, not only respond to the communitys needs, but encourage the growth and development of all our staff. We believe that effective teamwork, collaboration, and continual improvement delivers strategies that keep the practice resilient. We are searching for a likeminded individual who shares this ethos.

In April 2024, we introducedMy Care. A new approach in the management of care for patients with long-term conditions. It is collaborative, empowering the patient to have a quality of life by addressing their needs holistically and promoting shared decision making with the support of the clinician. Feedback from patients and staff has been very good. Continual nurse training will be offered to keep this initiative a success.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive practice team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the practice through the NHS England Practice-level GP Reimbursement Scheme, supporting increased GP capacity and improved access to general practice, working 4 session per week (Monday and a Wednesday)

The post is initially offered on a fixed-term contract, reflecting the current NHS funding arrangements. The contract is subject to the availability and continuation of the relevant funding and the practice continuing to meet the scheme's eligibility requirements.

There is an expectation that the post may be extended on an annual basis if the GP Reimbursement Scheme and associated funding continue, subject to NHS England/commissioner arrangements and the ongoing needs of the practice.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care alongside our existing GPs and multidisciplinary team. We are looking for a GP committed to delivering excellent clinical care and who would like to become an integral part of a supportive and forward-thinking practice.

About us

Overview of your organisation

Why Join Us?

• Work within asupportive interactive teamenvironment.
• You would work within a supporting and interactive team that feels like family.
• Competitive salarywith opportunities for progression.
• Where possible we will support yourwork life balance.
• Make a meaningful impacton patient care within our local community.
• Access to ongoingtraining and professional development.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual with strong communication skills and a passion for providing excellent patient care and support, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

Join us at Holes Lane Medical Centre and help us shape the future of primary care.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£10,900 a session

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A2098-26-0002

Job locations

28 Holes Lane

Woolston

Warrington

WA1 4NE

United Kingdom

The Surgery

1 Manchester Road

WARRINGTON

WA1 3AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide high-quality, safe and effective general medical services to the practice population, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team. The postholder will contribute to the delivery of excellent patient care, clinical governance and continuous improvement within the practice.

This post is initially offered on a fixed-term basis under the NHS England Practice-level GP Reimbursement Scheme. Any extension will be subject to the continuation of the relevant NHS funding, the practice's eligibility for the scheme and the ongoing needs of the practice. Where funding continues, there is an expectation that the contract may be extended annually.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients presenting with acute and chronic conditions.
• Conduct face-to-face, telephone and other appropriate consultations.
• Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with current guidance.
• Make appropriate referrals and coordinate care with secondary and community services.
• Provide preventative healthcare, health promotion and screening where appropriate.
• Manage patients with long-term conditions in accordance with agreed clinical protocols.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and appropriate clinical records.
• Work effectively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, healthcare assistants, administrative staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in practice meetings and contribute to the development of practice policies and procedures.
• Participate in clinical audit, significant event reviews, quality improvement and other clinical governance activities.
• Support the practice in meeting its contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain professional knowledge and competence through continuing professional development.
• Undertake appropriate safeguarding responsibilities and follow practice safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with professional and legal requirements.
• Comply with infection prevention and control, health and safety and information governance policies.
• Contribute positively to the development of services and improving patient experience and access.

Professional Responsibilities

The postholder will maintain registration with the General Medical Council and comply with the GMC's professional standards. They will work within their professional competence and seek advice or support where appropriate.

The postholder is expected to demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and to treat all patients, carers and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Clinical Governance

The postholder will participate in the practice's clinical governance arrangements, including significant event reviews, complaints where appropriate, clinical audit, prescribing review and quality improvement initiatives.

The GP will maintain appropriate continuing professional development and participate in appraisal and revalidation requirements.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

All information concerning patients, staff and the practice is confidential. The postholder must comply with GDPR, information governance requirements and practice policies regarding the handling and sharing of information.

Safeguarding

The postholder will contribute to safeguarding children and adults at risk and comply with all relevant practice and statutory safeguarding procedures.

Person SpecificationEssential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• MRCGP or equivalent.
• Appropriate experience working in general practice.
• Ability to manage a broad range of acute and chronic presentations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centred care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to clinical governance and continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of quality improvement, clinical audit or service development.
• Additional clinical skills relevant to general practice.
• Interest in developing particular areas of clinical expertise.

General

The duties described above are not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in accordance with the needs of the practice and the development of the service.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute positively to the practice and maintain high standards of professionalism, patient care and teamwork.

Job description Job responsibilities To provide high-quality, safe and effective general medical services to the practice population, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team. The postholder will contribute to the delivery of excellent patient care, clinical governance and continuous improvement within the practice.This post is initially offered on a fixed-term basis under the NHS England Practice-level GP Reimbursement Scheme. Any extension will be subject to the continuation of the relevant NHS funding, the practice's eligibility for the scheme and the ongoing needs of the practice. Where funding continues, there is an expectation that the contract may be extended annually.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients presenting with acute and chronic conditions.Conduct face-to-face, telephone and other appropriate consultations.Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with current guidance.Make appropriate referrals and coordinate care with secondary and community services.Provide preventative healthcare, health promotion and screening where appropriate.Manage patients with long-term conditions in accordance with agreed clinical protocols.Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and appropriate clinical records.Work effectively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, healthcare assistants, administrative staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.Participate in practice meetings and contribute to the development of practice policies and procedures.Participate in clinical audit, significant event reviews, quality improvement and other clinical governance activities.Support the practice in meeting its contractual and regulatory requirements.Maintain professional knowledge and competence through continuing professional development.Undertake appropriate safeguarding responsibilities and follow practice safeguarding procedures.Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with professional and legal requirements.Comply with infection prevention and control, health and safety and information governance policies.Contribute positively to the development of services and improving patient experience and access.Professional ResponsibilitiesThe postholder will maintain registration with the General Medical Council and comply with the GMC's professional standards. They will work within their professional competence and seek advice or support where appropriate.The postholder is expected to demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and to treat all patients, carers and colleagues with dignity and respect.Clinical GovernanceThe postholder will participate in the practice's clinical governance arrangements, including significant event reviews, complaints where appropriate, clinical audit, prescribing review and quality improvement initiatives.The GP will maintain appropriate continuing professional development and participate in appraisal and revalidation requirements.Confidentiality and Information GovernanceAll information concerning patients, staff and the practice is confidential. The postholder must comply with GDPR, information governance requirements and practice policies regarding the handling and sharing of information.SafeguardingThe postholder will contribute to safeguarding children and adults at risk and comply with all relevant practice and statutory safeguarding procedures.Person SpecificationEssentialMBBS or equivalent medical qualification.Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.MRCGP or equivalent.Appropriate experience working in general practice.Ability to manage a broad range of acute and chronic presentations.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Commitment to patient-centred care.Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Commitment to clinical governance and continuing professional development.DesirableExperience of working within a multidisciplinary team.Experience of quality improvement, clinical audit or service development.Additional clinical skills relevant to general practice.Interest in developing particular areas of clinical expertise.GeneralThe duties described above are not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in accordance with the needs of the practice and the development of the service.The successful candidate will be expected to contribute positively to the practice and maintain high standards of professionalism, patient care and teamwork.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• - Appropriate experience working in general practice.
• - Ability to manage a broad range of acute and chronic presentations.
• - Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• - Commitment to patient-centred care.
• - Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

Essential

• - MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• - Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• - Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.

Desirable

• - Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• - Experience of quality improvement, clinical audit or service development.
• - Additional clinical skills relevant to general practice.
• - Interest in developing particular areas of clinical expertise.

Person Specification Experience Essential - Appropriate experience working in general practice. - Ability to manage a broad range of acute and chronic presentations. - Good communication and interpersonal skills. - Commitment to patient-centred care. - Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Qualifications Essential - MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. - Full GMC registration with a licence to practise. - Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List. Desirable - Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team. - Experience of quality improvement, clinical audit or service development. - Additional clinical skills relevant to general practice. - Interest in developing particular areas of clinical expertise.

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

Holes Lane Medical Ltd

Address

28 Holes Lane

Woolston

Warrington

WA1 4NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Holes Lane Medical Ltd

Address

28 Holes Lane

Woolston

Warrington

WA1 4NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for Senior Dispensing Assistants to join our Pharmacy team. You will work within most areas of the ESNEFT Pharmaceutical Service based at Colchester Hospital, providing dispensing support to qualified staff

Duties will include dispensing for in-patients, outpatients and controlled drugs following standard procedures; a re-stocking service of pharmaceutical products to wards and departments.

Pharmacy experience is essential and a formal qualification is desirable, e.g. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

Formal Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday commitments are mandatory and will be on a rostered basis.

Details about our pharmacy service - https://esneft.pagetiger.com/csusdpr/1

Main duties of the job

• To dispense for inpatients and outpatients by calculating appropriate dosage and quantities required against prescriptions/requisitions, following departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• To ensure that all customers receive the appropriate medicine in the correct form and in a timely manner.
• To ensure that all medicines are labelled and packaged appropriately, and all relevant patient information and compliance aids/sundries are supplied.
• To dispense controlled drugs for ward stock and named patients, following all relevant Pharmacy procedures and legal requirements.
• To perform a self-check on all dispensed items to ensure accuracy and quality prior to placing the item in the designated area for final checking.
• To receive in prescriptions from a wide range of outpatient clients and use listening and questioning skills to obtain appropriate information to enable effective service provision.
• To operate the cash till and debit/credit card machine to take payment for prescriptions.
• To ensure that the declaration of payment/exemption on outpatient prescriptions has been correctly filled in and clearly endorsed with grounds for exemption if a fee is not paid.
• To sell over the counter products under the supervision of a pharmacist.

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated person to lead on Quality and QSI accreditation of the ESNEFT Medical Imaging department. You will be required to have a 'can do' attitude and be able to foster excellent relationships with colleague and other departments. This post is permanent. Full time and part-time hours will be considered.

QSI accreditation is available to imaging services across the UK both within and outside the NHS. Accreditation is the formal recognition that an imaging service provider has demonstrated that it has an organizational competence to deliver against key performance measures. These measures require the department to achieve high standard of service in relation to patient centred care and choice, safety, fit for-purpose facilities and clinical practices. The standards are endorsed by the Royal college of radiologists and the Society and College of Radiographers.

You will need to inspire the team and provide confidence that the accreditation process is progressing and will be maintained post accreditation. This is a cross-site role covering both our Colchester & Ipswich Hospital locations and Community hospitals.

Main duties of the job

• To manage and supervise the accreditation and quality processes in the Medical Imaging services, carrying out the required management and leadership tasks to support and maintain the accreditation processes
• To maintain accreditation and liaise with UKAS with regards required annual submissions
• The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies, procedures and practices of ESNEFT, which the Trust may amend from time to time.

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

Have you got the enthusiasm and passion to take up the challenge of this vital Pharmacy position?

An opportunity has arisen for you to contribute to our team in providing high qualityand respected clinical pharmacy services as the Pharmacy Outpatient Dispensary Manager.

You will be based at Colchester Hospital, spending a significant proportion of time working within our dispensaries, supporting the clinicalpharmacy service and the wider Pharmacy Medicines Optimisation agenda.

Being a key member of the multidisciplinary team you will be expected to fully integrate within the wider hospital clinical environment providing apatient centred approach to medicines management and governance.

https://esneft.pagetiger.com/csusdpr/1 - About our Pharmacy Service

Main duties of the job

Responsible for assisting the department in providing a comprehensive and efficient pharmacy service to patients within East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT).

Management of the Pharmacy Outpatient Dispensary at Colchester site and act as lead for the department, liaising closely with the Chief Pharmacy Technician and the Inpatient Dispensary Manager.

Supervision of all grades of staff working in these dispensaries and will provide a robust pharmacy service to Trust Outpatients and virtual clinics held across Colchester Hospital.

In the absence of the Inpatient Dispensary Manager, the post holder will assume responsibility in all aspects of the day to day organization of all three dispensaries within Colchester Hospital.

Work at dispensary level; although it is an expectation that you will also support other clinical colleagues within the department as the holistic service requires

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

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

432-HR749-26

Job locations

Colchester Hospital

Turner Road

Colchester

CO4 5JL

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

Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualification experience as a hospital or community pharmacy technician (band 5)
• Experience of supervising other staff
• Experience of managing service delivery

Desirable

• Project Management Skills
• Experience of Stock Control
• POD/SAM experience

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC Registered
• BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
• Regional Dispensary Accredited Checking Technician

Desirable

• NVQ qualification in supervisory management or equivalent
• Patient consultation accreditation
• Certificate in Medicines Management for Pharmacy Technicians (CMMPT)
• Medicine reconciliation course
• Clinical Supervisor
• Pods & Transcriptions (MM) or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Computer Literacy of standard databases
• Understanding of pharmacy organisational/structure (local/national)
• Good Pharmaceutical knowledge
• Knowledge of Pharmacy IT systems

Person Specification Experience Essential Significant post qualification experience as a hospital or community pharmacy technician (band 5) Experience of supervising other staff Experience of managing service delivery Desirable Project Management Skills Experience of Stock Control POD/SAM experience Qualifications Essential GPhC Registered BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent Regional Dispensary Accredited Checking Technician Desirable NVQ qualification in supervisory management or equivalent Patient consultation accreditation Certificate in Medicines Management for Pharmacy Technicians (CMMPT) Medicine reconciliation course Clinical Supervisor Pods & Transcriptions (MM) or equivalent Knowledge Essential Computer Literacy of standard databases Understanding of pharmacy organisational/structure (local/national) Good Pharmaceutical knowledge Knowledge of Pharmacy IT systems

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

Colchester Hospital

Turner Road

Colchester

CO4 5JL

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

Colchester Hospital

Turner Road

Colchester

CO4 5JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Operational Manager to join Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust.

The Operational Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated services, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, high-quality care whilst meeting performance, workforce and financial objectives. The post holder will work closely with clinical leaders, service users, carers and system partners to support service improvement, transformation and the achievement of Trust priorities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative leader who is passionate about improving patient outcomes, developing teams and delivering sustainable services across mental health care pathways.

Main duties of the job

• Provide operational leadership and management for designated services.
• Lead service delivery to ensure safe, effective and responsive care.
• Monitor and improve performance against key quality, workforce and operational indicators.
• Work collaboratively with clinical leaders to drive service improvement and transformation initiatives.
• Lead and support workforce planning, recruitment, retention and staff development.
• Ensure effective management of allocated budgets and resources.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead on governance, quality improvement, risk management and patient safety initiatives.
• Contribute to business planning, service redesign and implementation of Trust objectives.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning, inclusion and staff wellbeing.

About us

At Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, inclusion is at the heart of how we work. We are committed to creating a fair, transparent and accessible recruitment process where every candidate has the opportunity to succeed.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our workforce, including those from the global majority. We recognise that not everyone has equal access to opportunities and are working to address this.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and ensuring all candidates receive a positive and equitable experience.

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Job summary

Chestnut Tree House is the children's hospice for East and West Sussex and South East Hampshire providing specialist palliative care for children and young people with life-shortening conditions.

We are looking for a Family Counsellor to join the Child and Family Team for 22.5 hours per week. You will provide specialist emotional support and counselling/ psychotherapy to families (children, young people and adults) who are under the care of Chestnut Tree House. You will also facilitate training and support for staff, and group activities for families and children/young people as required.

Due to the remote location and lack of public transport, access to your own transport is essential.

Main duties of the job

Essential criteria

Qualified Counsellor/ Psychotherapist accredited with BACP, UKCP or BPS

Extensive post qualifying experience including bereavement work

Extensive experience of working within a community setting.

Extensive experience of working within a community setting.

Experience of working with adults and children.

Experience of working in a palliative care or health care setting.

Ability to work flexibly and independently Competent computer skills

A valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel frequently throughout the working day across the catchment area for the hospice.

About us

Benefits

• Company pension scheme or NHS pension scheme for eligible employees
• Up to 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• On-site education support and study leave opportunities
• Option to access Bupa and cover your everyday cost of healthcare for less
• Free parking, subsidised meals and various social activities
• Corporate rate gym membership, discounts with local complementary therapies and Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service

We warmly welcome applications from all sections of our community. We also invite applications from suitably experienced people for all industry sectors who can demonstrate the skills, ability and enthusiasm to work with a people-centric organisation like ours.

Artificial intelligence (AI)

Your application and interview should give us an accurate and authentic picture of your skills and experiences. Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the published closing date where applicant volume is high.

Some of our roles are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it may be necessary for a disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Job summary

Are you ready to lead transformation at the front door of mental health care?

As the principal clinical psychologist within our 24/7 Initial Response Service, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring people receive the right support at the earliest point of contact. Working across IRS, Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment (CRHT) services and NHS 111 Mental Health Services, you will provide expert clinical leadership in psychologically informed triage, formulation, risk assessment and crisis decision-making.

The post offers the opportunity to influence practice at both clinical and system levels. You will support and develop multidisciplinary teams through consultation, supervision, training and reflective practice, while championing trauma-informed, autism-informed and psychologically informed care. You will also lead service improvement and transformation initiatives, helping to develop innovative, evidence-based pathways that improve access, safety and outcomes for people experiencing mental health crises.

We are looking for an experienced clinical psychologist with strong leadership skills, a passion for improving urgent care services and the ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries to drive meaningful change. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact on the quality, effectiveness and responsiveness of mental health crisis care.

Main duties of the job

Provide psychological leadership within IRS, CRHT and NHS 111 mental health services.

Lead psychologically informed triage, formulation, risk assessment and risk management for complex, urgent and crisis presentations.

Deliver expert clinical consultation regarding managing crisis presentations.

Provide structured consultation and supervision to IRS staff.

Support NHS 111 clinicians with formulation, risk assessment and psychologically informed decision-making.

Develop and align psychological practice across IRS, CRHT and NHS 111 to evidence-based and best-practice standards.

Provide training, reflective practice sessions and post-incident reflections to multidisciplinary teams.

Support the delivery of trauma-informed, autism-informed and psychologically informed care.

Contribute to patient safety processes, after-action reviews and the production of reports.

Develop integrated pathways with system partners including NHS 111, primary care, crisis services and acute care pathways.

Lead and support urgent care service transformation, pathway development and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Promote a standardized approach to safety planning, clinical decision-making and risk formulation across services.

Work collaboratively across organizational and system boundaries to improve access, reduce duplication and enhance service user and carer experience.

About us

s an employer, I and Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust are particularly committed to enabling our staff to do the very best they can through support and training, as well as opportunities for progression. We are confident, therefore, that the right candidate will have a real chance to make a positive impact to the lives of young people in Norfolk.

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk?The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Central Norfolk Early Intervention in Psychosis team on a full-time, permanent basis as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. In this role, you will offer senior clinical contribution and supervision to specialist team assessment, formulation, treatment and care of service users aged 14-65 experiencing First Episode Psychosis .

The successful candidate will have extensive experience of working alongside service users and families with complex health and social care difficulties within the community and prior experience of working with psychosis is essential

This Clinical Nurse Specialist role will include Non-Medical Prescribing to the Central Norfolk caseload as appropriate and under supervision of our service consultant. As such, NMP qualification and experience is an essential criterion for this post.

Main duties of the job

The job role with consist of the following, but is not limited to;

• Accepting and triaging all new referrals received by the team.
• To communicate /liaise effectively with relevant referring partners and other agencies.
• Arranging and carrying out initial assessments.
• Offering time to support the wider team with visits where specialist knowledge could be required
• Being part of the wider Senior Leadership Team and encouraging evidence based changes and processes across the service.
• To ensure that any identified immediate risks are appropriately responded to and a proportionate risk management strategy is actioned, with input from the multidisciplinary team members.
• Keeping up to date with relevant perinatal research and news to share with the wider team
• Offering caseload supervision to case managers

About us

At Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, inclusion is at the heart of how we work. We are committed to creating a fair, transparent and accessible recruitment process where every candidate has the opportunity to succeed.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our workforce, including those from the global majority. We recognise that not everyone has equal access to opportunities and are working to address this.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and ensuring all candidates receive a positive and equitable experience.

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Job summary

The Care Plus Group Patient and Events Medical Services has two discrete elements.

The safe transportation of medical well patients for the sole purpose of transporting individuals for discharge from hospital, or from community facilities for example, care home or home to hospice or attendance for Out-Patients Appointment.

The second element is to provide event management services providing both First Aid support or Medical services for a range of events, including festivals, concerts sporting event and other community events.

We have a full team with a vast range of experience in successfully delivering medical cover at events across the country and our team ranges from First Responders up to Doctors and Practitioners.

The service also supports with the delivery of training in relation to first response emergency care for internal and external participants.

Main duties of the job

Job title: Bank Urgent and Emergency Nurse

Department: Patient and Events Medical Services

Hours: Bank, as and when required

Salary: Range 6 £38,020 - £46,193 pro rata, per annum. You will be appointed on a fixed point within the range.

An opportunity has arisen to join CPG in the role of Urgent and Emergency Nurse for our Event and Patient Transport service.

You will:

• Act as an autonomous practitioner practising as an Urgent and Emergency Nurse Practitioner providing a first point of contact for the assessment, treatment, diagnosis, supplying and administering of medicines, managing, discharging and referring patients in a range of urgent, emergency, critical or out of hospital settings.
• Undertake a range of clinical interventions, some including life sustaining treatments.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and support other clinical staff and working alongside other agencies including Police and Fire.

In return you will be part of a developing service in line with the wider emergency and urgent care agenda, have access to training and a flexible approach to work. You will receive ongoing support and development.

Please refer to the job description for more detailed duties and responsilbilities.

About us

Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, established in 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employ over 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture we have developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvement of our staff.

We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NE Lincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback. Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awards including winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold the highest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducing our carbon footprint.

We offer excellent terms and conditions including optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognise continuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposes of annual leave entitlement.

We are a supportive employer and operate in a way which supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Matron position toenhance the safety, experience and outcomes of people using our Older Person Community services in West Norfolk

This opportunity comes at a time of transformational change across our service and this post will be at the forefront of clinically delivering this.

This is a unique opportunity for somebody with a drive to embed high quality care to our cohort of service users, based on best practice and national guidance. The role will involve providing leadership as well as clinical support to the team whilst contributing to the implementation of strategic plans.

We are looking for a person who is kind and compassionate to others, and is proactive in helping people reach their potential whilst maintaining high quality care.

This is an exciting time for change within NSFT, this opportunity will benefit someone looking expand their already established nursing practice, knowledge and clinical leadership to embed and maintain effective systems for quality assurance and high standards clinical care

Main duties of the job

As Matron, you will be expected to demonstrate the qualities and skills associated with a clinical leadership role and be accountable for services meeting essential standards of care as outlined by the CQC as well as agreed local and national quality standards encompassing the following domains:

• Patient Safety
• Quality
• Environment
• Infection Prevention
• Physical Health
• Safeguarding
• Feedback, Complaints, service improvement
• Clinical Audit

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established nursing networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Job summary

As we look to the future, we are excited to be making progress in our plans to build a new health and care campus for West Suffolk, co-producing these plans with staff, stakeholders and partners. Our new Chief People Officer (CPO) will play a pivotal leadership role in this development as we design and deliver a new healthcare facility for our population.

If you are inspired to join us, we would love to hear from you. For an informal discussion with Ewen Cameron, Chief Executive, please contact Emma Whight on 01284 713301.

Main duties of the job

The CPO will be the executive lead for the resourcing, leadership, support and development of staff and volunteers at WSFT, and the ongoing cultural development of the organisation that enables people to perform at their best

Together with other executive members of the Board of Directors, the CPO will demonstrate inspirational and compassionate leadership to the entire workforce, ensuring that staff, and volunteers are supported and motivated to provide the safest and best patient care, and are at the heart of quality improvement and organisational development

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 400+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

With 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyone's voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Very senior manager (VSM)

Salary

Depending on experience VSM Salary

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

179-8235541-P

Job locations

West Suffolk Hospital

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The CPO will: Develop a strategic workforce vision and framework for WSFT so that our clinical divisions and corporate directorates are supported to formulate long-term workforce and education plans. Lead, inspire and develop the workforce directorate, in order to deliver efficient, effective, values-driven and future focused HR, learning and organisational development services. Effectively discharge the executive lead roles pertaining to business partnering, employee relations, resourcing, medical staffing, workforce information, learning and development, organisational development, health and wellbeing, equality diversity and inclusion, volunteering, and knowledge and library services ensuring alignment to Trust strategy and organisational needs. Ensure appropriate governance, policies and procedures are in place, fully accessible, adopted and updated, to enable compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements related to people management. Lead the development of an inclusive working environment for all staff from all backgrounds, heritage and protected characteristics, taking positive action to continually develop the culture of WSFT as an inclusive workplace. Provide comprehensive advice and support to the Board of Directors on all matters pertaining to employment, staff development, inclusivity, wellbeing and staff experience, as well as incident management for complex issues. Lead the growth of the MyWiSH charity to support the Trusts income generation ambitions, building strong partnerships through the work of the team. Direct the overall approach to communications, supporting the communications team to engage effectively across and beyond the organisation.

As part of the Fit and Proper Person Framework, all Board appointees will undergo the FPP test, including a DBS check, as part of the recruitment process and annually thereafter.

Job description Job responsibilities The CPO will: Develop a strategic workforce vision and framework for WSFT so that our clinical divisions and corporate directorates are supported to formulate long-term workforce and education plans. Lead, inspire and develop the workforce directorate, in order to deliver efficient, effective, values-driven and future focused HR, learning and organisational development services. Effectively discharge the executive lead roles pertaining to business partnering, employee relations, resourcing, medical staffing, workforce information, learning and development, organisational development, health and wellbeing, equality diversity and inclusion, volunteering, and knowledge and library services ensuring alignment to Trust strategy and organisational needs. Ensure appropriate governance, policies and procedures are in place, fully accessible, adopted and updated, to enable compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements related to people management. Lead the development of an inclusive working environment for all staff from all backgrounds, heritage and protected characteristics, taking positive action to continually develop the culture of WSFT as an inclusive workplace. Provide comprehensive advice and support to the Board of Directors on all matters pertaining to employment, staff development, inclusivity, wellbeing and staff experience, as well as incident management for complex issues. Lead the growth of the MyWiSH charity to support the Trusts income generation ambitions, building strong partnerships through the work of the team. Direct the overall approach to communications, supporting the communications team to engage effectively across and beyond the organisation. As part of the Fit and Proper Person Framework, all Board appointees will undergo the FPP test, including a DBS check, as part of the recruitment process and annually thereafter.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree level education in a relevant subject or equivalence experience
• Chartered Fellow CIPD or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Further professional management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of current strategic issues in the NHS
• Appreciation of leading-edge people management and development practices
• Up to date with current UK employment law framework
• Evidence of building, leading, motivating and inspiring successful and effective senior teams within a complex organisation, to achieve service development and transformation
• Significant experience of people leadership at or near Board level
• Strong persuasive and influencing skills with the ability to present ideas and proposals effectively at Board level

Desirable

• Experience at Executive Director/senior leadership level in an acute hospital and/or community services setting
• Experience of leading workforce transformation across complex healthcare systems

Strategic Management

Essential

• Ability to think and act strategically and to articulate a clear sense of direction and vision to a wide audience
• Ability to engage and involve colleagues across disciplines (clinical and non-clinical) in the development of strategic issues and associated decision-making
• Able to engage and involve senior staff across disciplines in the development of strategic issues

Innovation and Sustainability

Essential

• Leadership approach that promotes change and transformation, including impact of digital enablers
• Understands the different perspectives of stakeholders in order to build effective relationships and improve services

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters Degree level education in a relevant subject or equivalence experience Chartered Fellow CIPD or equivalent experience Desirable Further professional management qualification Experience Essential Knowledge and understanding of current strategic issues in the NHS Appreciation of leading-edge people management and development practices Up to date with current UK employment law framework Evidence of building, leading, motivating and inspiring successful and effective senior teams within a complex organisation, to achieve service development and transformation Significant experience of people leadership at or near Board level Strong persuasive and influencing skills with the ability to present ideas and proposals effectively at Board level Desirable Experience at Executive Director/senior leadership level in an acute hospital and/or community services setting Experience of leading workforce transformation across complex healthcare systems Strategic Management Essential Ability to think and act strategically and to articulate a clear sense of direction and vision to a wide audience Ability to engage and involve colleagues across disciplines (clinical and non-clinical) in the development of strategic issues and associated decision-making Able to engage and involve senior staff across disciplines in the development of strategic issues Innovation and Sustainability Essential Leadership approach that promotes change and transformation, including impact of digital enablers Understands the different perspectives of stakeholders in order to build effective relationships and improve services

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Our Mental Health Liaison team based at the James Paget University Hospital (JPUH) in Gorleston has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Specialist - Older Adults to join their fantastic team on a permanent full time basis.

This role is there to provide expertise, support and advice to clinical practitioners regarding all aspects of clinical care support those attending the JPUH with new or ongoing mental health difficulties and illness; to identify their needs, ensuring these are met effectively whilst in hospital and to contribute towards timely/supportive discharge planning.

Our vital service operates 24/7, 365 days of the year which means you will be expected to work a shift pattern.

JPUH is located in the coastal town of Gorleston, just a stones throw from beautiful beaches and with great connections to Norwich, Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. Working here will give you the opportunity to work in a busy acute hospital with the added benefit of being able to enjoy the beaches, beautiful countryside and coastal towns in your spare time.

If you are motivated, compassionate, a good team player and keen to make a difference to the lives of both adults and older people experiencing mental health crisis then we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in fast paced and busy environment, forging excellent working relationships with other health professionals within the hospital and beyond.

A flexible 'can do' attitude, with a willingness to build links with acute hospital colleagues is essential to ensure that a proactive interface is created between mental health and acute services.

From working alongside colleagues in the A&E department, to in-reaching to the wards, supporting substance misuse colleagues and liaising with other mental health professionals, you will work across the JPUH supporting individuals presenting to the acute hospital with mental health issues.

We're looking for an individual who wants to grow and develop their knowledge and skills by working closely with colleagues, sharing experience and knowledge to continually learn from each other.

Ideally you'll be a Non-Medical Prescriber with experience, particularly in areas of older adult's mental health, acute mental health and risk management.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who would like a new challenge with variety where no two days will be the same.

About us

At Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, inclusion is at the heart of how we work. We are committed to creating a fair, transparent and accessible recruitment process where every candidate has the opportunity to succeed.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our workforce, including those from the global majority. We recognise that not everyone has equal access to opportunities and are working to address this.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and ensuring all candidates receive a positive and equitable experience.

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Job summary

We are looking for a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist with relevant experience and training to the deliver specialist 1:1/Group interventions with adult male prisoners at HMP/YOI Norwich prison.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a continually developing service,

Within the team you will be working with a multidisciplinary team inclusive of Mental Health Nurses, Psychiatrists, Therapists, occupational Therapist, Assistant Practitioners, as well as prison based professionals.

Main duties of the job

The post is based at HMP Norwich. The role will involve working closely with the Mental Health In Reach team providing a specialist assessment and intervention provision , complimenting the current multi-disciplinary team

You will be working with men who may self-harm, have attempted suicide, and/or experience high levels of anxiety or trauma/PTSD. The role includes having an active contribution in reducing self-harm, self destructive and violent behaviour.

Clinical: Provision of specialist psychology assessment, formulation, and evidence-based interventions for individuals and groups, referred to the service.

Training & Development: Supporting and where appropriate implementing and delivering training to embed psychologically informed practices within the multidisciplinary team, supporting a stepped care model of psychological care.

Staff Wellbeing & Resilience: Promote staff wellbeing by leading reflective supervision and post-incident support enhancing resilience and retention in challenging environments.

About us

The service is currently contracted to NSFT but has gone out for re-tender, so will be managed and delivered by a different provider from the 1st April 2027. The new provider is yet to be confirmed.

At Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, inclusion is at the heart of how we work. We are committed to creating a fair, transparent and accessible recruitment process where every candidate has the opportunity to succeed.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our workforce, including those from the global majority. We recognise that not everyone has equal access to opportunities and are working to address this.

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year gross per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

246-GYW8228732

Job locations

HMP Norwich

Knox Road

Norwich

NR1 4LU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oPost Graduate Degree (or equivalent) in Clinical/Forensic Psychology, accredited by the BPS
• oOngoing Specialist training/accredited short courses
• oRegistered as a practitioner psychologist with the HCPC

Desirable

• oEvidence of CPD in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
• oTheory and practice of specialised psychological interventions

Experience

Essential

• oExperience working as a qualified clinical/forensic psychologist and are able to evidence appropriate knowledge/experience in practice
• oExperience of working with a variety and severity client groups and clinical problems in various settings, including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems
• oExperience of working with a range of complex and challenging behaviours and exercising full clinical responsibility for psychological treatment

Desirable

• oExperience of representing psychology within MDT settings (clinical and organisational)
• oExperience of clinical work in a setting relevant to the post
• oExperience of supervision and teaching

Skills

Essential

• oSkilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
• oWell-developed communication skills (oral and written)
• oAble to effectively communicate technical and clinically sensitive information to service users, families, carers and other professionals inside and outside of the NHS
• oSkills in consultation to professional and non-professional groups
• oSkills in training and supervision. Skills in creating and delivering presentations and training programmes

Desirable

• oExperience of clinical work in a setting relevant to the post
• oskills in neuropsychological assessment

Knowledge

Essential

• oDoctor level knowledge of research design, methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis
• oKnowledge of mental health legislation within specialist clinical contex
• oEvidence of CPD as recommended by the BPS

Desirable

• oWell-developed knowledge of theory and practice of specialised psychological intervention and assessment in specialist clinical service-user groups

Other

Essential

• oAble to identify, provide and promote appropriate support strategies to staff exposed to highly distressing situations and challenging behaviours
• oAble to use multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings
• oAbility to travel independently

Desirable

• oExperience of working within a multicultural framework
• oExperience of providing specific support and intervention and strategy for staff

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oPost Graduate Degree (or equivalent) in Clinical/Forensic Psychology, accredited by the BPS oOngoing Specialist training/accredited short courses oRegistered as a practitioner psychologist with the HCPC Desirable oEvidence of CPD in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice oTheory and practice of specialised psychological interventions Experience Essential oExperience working as a qualified clinical/forensic psychologist and are able to evidence appropriate knowledge/experience in practice oExperience of working with a variety and severity client groups and clinical problems in various settings, including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems oExperience of working with a range of complex and challenging behaviours and exercising full clinical responsibility for psychological treatment Desirable oExperience of representing psychology within MDT settings (clinical and organisational) oExperience of clinical work in a setting relevant to the post oExperience of supervision and teaching Skills Essential oSkilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management oWell-developed communication skills (oral and written) oAble to effectively communicate technical and clinically sensitive information to service users, families, carers and other professionals inside and outside of the NHS oSkills in consultation to professional and non-professional groups oSkills in training and supervision. Skills in creating and delivering presentations and training programmes Desirable oExperience of clinical work in a setting relevant to the post oskills in neuropsychological assessment Knowledge Essential oDoctor level knowledge of research design, methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis oKnowledge of mental health legislation within specialist clinical contex oEvidence of CPD as recommended by the BPS Desirable oWell-developed knowledge of theory and practice of specialised psychological intervention and assessment in specialist clinical service-user groups Other Essential oAble to identify, provide and promote appropriate support strategies to staff exposed to highly distressing situations and challenging behaviours oAble to use multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings oAbility to travel independently Desirable oExperience of working within a multicultural framework oExperience of providing specific support and intervention and strategy for staff

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

HMP Norwich

Knox Road

Norwich

NR1 4LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

HMP Norwich

Knox Road

Norwich

NR1 4LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)