Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for a detailed breakdown of the role, such as main job purpose, standard responsibilities, pre-employment checks, and person specification.

Person Specification

Other skills

Essential

• Ability to manage a caseload, keep records methodically and to negotiate with each client the appropriate length of therapy (with input from supervisor)
• An understanding of clinical governance and evidence based practices
• Evidence of sustained continuing professional development and practice in EMDR
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to communicate sensitive information in highly emotional circumstances to patients, carers and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• IT literate and proficient
• Ability and willingness to work flexibly according to the requirements of the role
• Able to travel independently of the public transport system around Bristol and nearby regions (including Somerset, BANES and Gloucestershire) as required for successful delivery of the trial.

Desirable

• Ability and willingness to offer therapy outside standard office hours (e.g. early evening 5-8pm)

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of delivering EMDR (including complex presentations)
• Full range of skills and competences as laid out in the competence framework for EMDR (Roth, Pilling & Dudley, 2020)
• Highly specialized clinical skills in the assessment and treatment of people with trauma-related presentations
• Substantial experience of working with people with mental health problems, particularly mood and/or anxiety/stress-related disorders

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of working in a research setting
• Experience of delivering EMDR for mood disorders

Qualifications

Essential

• Core professional training in a psychological therapy e.g. a postgraduate degree/clinical qualification e.g. DClinPsych or equivalent or alternative professional qualification in CBT or other NHS compliant psychological therapy (interpersonal therapy (IPT); dynamic interpersonal therapy (DIT) or counselling) and experience of delivering therapy
• Accredited as EMDR Practitioner with EMDR Europe

Desirable

• Further postgraduate qualifications (e.g. clinically relevant PhD) or training in relevant areas e.g. professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design/analysis)

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University of Bristol

Address

University Of Bristol

39 Whatley Road

Bristol

BS8 2PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bristol.ac.uk/jobs/find/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Assistant Psychologist will work under the direct supervision of a qualified Clinical or Forensic Psychologist and will support the delivery of psychological services across AWP Secure Services.

ClinicalTo support the Clinical/Counselling psychologists within the base service.Where required, to prepare and deliver high quality psychological interventions under supervision, either individually or in groups. Where required, to offer high quality psychological assessments following instructions appropriate to the assessment tools/processes.To gather and organise information about clinical notes, relevant psychological interventions and clinical tools for use by other staff.To work alongside other team members and ensure close liaison and communication within teams.To work at level of autonomy appropriate to a Band 4 Assistant Psychologist. Goals to be agreed and reviewed in clinical/management supervision.To maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times when working with distressed people.To maintain clinical records, databases and other professional records as appropriate.

Teaching and trainingTo undertake such training as might be required to maintain an appropriate level of expertise.To assist with the delivery of teaching and training for other members of the multidisciplinary team and staff in other agencies, in collaboration with qualified staff.

Research and auditWhere required, to assist with the audit and evaluation of the service in collaboration with qualified clinical and counselling psychologists and other members of the multidisciplinary team.To compile and return statistics and activity levels as required.Where required, to undertake literature searches and reviews.

ProfessionalTo understand and practice in line with the BPS (2009) Code of Ethics and Conduct and the DCP (2008) Professional Practice Guidelines on the roleTo participate in team business and professional meetings as appropriate.To be aware of and comply with all policies, procedures and directions of the Department, Service and Trust.To seek regular support and clinical supervision from a Practitioner Psychologist.To participate in individual, group and peer supervision.To participate in meetings with members of nursing staff and MDTs as appropriate.To maintain accurate and appropriate records of work.

Clinical governanceTo participate in service governance processes to ensure a safe and effective service. To support and participate in multidisciplinary clinical audit.To liaise with other disciplines and agencies to ensure best practice is shared. To promote the use of effective interventions in the service.

GeneralTo assist in the production of resources and materials used by the serviceTo assist with the general running of the Team/Service e.g. minuting department meetings.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with psychological assessments and formulation-based work.
• Supporting the delivery and evaluation of individual and group interventions.
• Undertaking clinically related administrative tasks.
• Collecting, analysing and presenting service evaluation and outcome data.
• Undertaking literature searches and supporting research activities.
• Assisting in the preparation of reports, presentations and clinical resources.
• Supporting psychologically informed practice within multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational standards.

The role offers valuable experience within a specialist forensic mental health setting, working alongside experienced psychologists and multidisciplinary colleagues across both men's and women's secure care services.

Person Specification

Essential Qualfications and Experience

Essential

• Honours Degree in Psychology (2:1 or above). Eligible for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society

Desirable

• Introductory training in a psychological therapy

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of person-facing work, either paid or voluntary.
• Understanding of common mental health problems
• Knowledge of safeguarding

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health or care role.
• Experience of working with a range of client groups.
• Experience of using statistical packages.
• Audit or research experience.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good written and verbal presentation skills
• Self-awareness and emotional resilience
• Ability to plan and prioritise own workload
• Word processing and other IT skills
• Ability to use supervision well

Desirable

• Group work 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Blackberry Hill Hospital

Bristol

BS16 1EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role will be based within the CAMHS Division, providing specialist pharmacy support to services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. Base will be confirmed on appointment. Some hybrid remote working may be possible post-induction.

Travel to other AWP locations and primary care sites will be required for meetings and training.

Please see job description for full details of key result areas.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited British School of Pharmacy, or recognised equivalent
• Current GPhC registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Post-graduate qualification in clinical or mental health pharmacy (diploma or MSc) or willing to undertake this qualification
• Registered Independent Non-medical Prescriber, or willing to complete this qualification within a year of entering post

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• Full (Credentialed) Membership of the College of Mental Health Pharmacists, or willingness to work towards this
• Membership of the British Association of Psychopharmacology

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Significant experience of working within a secondary care pharmacy department post qualification with associated development of excellent clinical pharmacy skills
• Significant experience of working in specialist mental health or paediatric inpatient and/or community settings
• Understanding of how the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act support safe and legal treatment

Desirable

• Experience in compiling reports
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of multi professional team working and an ability to promote the role of the non-medical prescribing pharmacist within it
• Experience and training in carrying out clinical audit
• Experience of educating and training of others
• Highly specialist and up-to-date knowledge of the pharmacological treatment options for different mental health conditions including their adverse effects

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal skills for communicating with team members, service users and carers, and other healthcare professionals
• Ability to access, review and process complex clinical information from appropriate sources
• Ability to manage own time and workload and prioritise clinical work
• Adherence to the professional standards of the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff
• Empathy towards service users, carers and other staff
• Self-motivated and self-directing
• Ability to appraise own performance to identify own development/training needs
• Assertive, polite and robust in debate
• Flexible attitude to service provision and an enthusiasm for service development
• Car driver with valid UK license or otherwise independently mobile with the facility to move quickly across the Trust with possible limited access to public transport

Desirable

• Competent with standard information technology and associated tools
• Knowledge of specific Trust systems such as Safeguard, IAPTUS and Ascribe
• Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Callington Road Hospital

Marmalade Lane

Bristol

BS4 5BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

- Undertake all aspects of the role expectations and requirements prior to the commencement of the BOA Casting Course.

- Contribute significantly to the vision of the service and improving patient experience and outcomes.

- Provide advice and compassionate care with designated area of responsibility.

- To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and its amendments.

- To work in accordance with the Trusts policies to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote equality and diversity in the workplace.

- To positively promote at all times equality of opportunity in service delivery and employment in accordance with Trust policies, regardless of age, disability, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, religion, belief, sexual orientation or domestic circumstances.

- To adhere to the Trust Infection Control Policy, procedures and guidelines, including use of PPE, and in particular practice strict hand hygiene at all times while carrying out clinical duties, in line with the responsibilities placed on employees by the Health Act 2006: Code of Practice for the prevention and control of healthcare associated infections (HCAIs). The prevention and control of HCAIs must be embedded into everyday clinical practice and applied consistently. All clinical staff hold responsibility for ensuring they have sound knowledge of standard infection control precautions and that no omission on their part or within the sphere of their responsibility is detrimental to the interests or safety of their patients, visitors and colleagues. Clinical staff must keep their infection control knowledge and skills up to date by attending the Trusts mandatory infection control training, a record of which will be kept and information provided to line managers as required.

All clinical staff hold responsibility for ensuring they have sound knowledge of standard infection control precautions and that no omission on their part or within the sphere of their responsibility is detrimental to the interests or safety of their patients, visitors and colleagues. Clinical staff must keep their infection control knowledge and skills up to date by attending the Trusts mandatory infection control training, a record of which will be kept and information provided to line managers as required.

The successful candidates will act as an exemplar role model delivering high standards of care through demonstrating care and compassion at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• A-Levels
• Evidence of continued professional development/training
• Effectively prioritising and managing own and others activities & task
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiasm & Motivation flexible & positive approach to work

Desirable

• Hospital or care assistance experience
• Able to make safe and effective decision relating to patients' treatments when presenting with cast problems
• Understanding of resource management & stock control
• Demonstrate good clinical knowledge
• Able to meet challenging and handling requirements of the role in a safe manner

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

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Hospital Foundation Trust

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is focused on providing effective, evidence-based interventions to people with complex emotional needs and personality difficulties, enabling them to meet daily health, social care, and wellbeing needs in line with recovery goals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting support conversationscovering mental state, risk, physical health, social care needs, safeguarding, and capacity under the Mental Capacity Act.

• Reviewing treatment programmes, incorporating psychological therapies (DBTi, MBTi), psychosocial interventions (Peer Support and Psych Education), considering people's motivation to change.

• Delivering interventions to improve carers ability to support service users.

• Building hope-inspiring relationships with service users, focusing on strengths and aspirations to create meaningful recovery plans.

• Leading and supporting colleagues in clinical practice, mentoring students, and contributing to professional development.

• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, confidentiality, infection control, and health and safety policies.

• Promoting Sequoias ethos of community, resilience, and inclusion, inspired by the Sequoia trees symbolism of strength and growth.

• Supporting service development through co-production, service user participation, and feedback mechanisms

This post is open to newly qualified social workers. In line with trust policy, all newly qualified social workers will be recruited initially at Band 5 level, regardless of advertised role banding. All NQSWs are expected to successfully complete their ASYE within 2 years of employment, unless there are exceptional circumstances in which case it may be agreed to extend this for a further 2 years.

On successful completion of the ASYE, for which you will be given full support of an experienced Social Worker as well as Divisional Social Work Lead, and peer support from other ASYE candidates, you will then be eligible to progress to a Band 6 position.

If you have been appointed to an advertised Band 6 role this will be an automatic progression, following confirmation of your successful completion. If you have been appointed to a Band 5 you will then be eligible to apply for a subsequent Band 6 vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications and registration

Essential

• Diploma level/Degree in relevant health/social care profession, eg RMN, OT, Social Worker
• Current relevant registration with the NMC or HCPC and commitment to CPD.

Desirable

• Relevant post-registration qualifications, such as; DBT, MBT, Brief Interventions etc

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates substantial post-registration experience gained working in a range of front-line adult mental health services, undertaking assessment and delivering interventions.
• Is able to deliver from a range of possible key therapeutic interventions, DBT, MBT SCM, CBT, Psychosocial interventions, Family Interventions.
• Experience of delivering group work in a mental health setting
• Demonstrates substantial experience of assessing risk and developing risk management strategies

Desirable

• Experience from a wide range of settings.
• Experience of co-production and service user participation

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Highly developed verbal communication skills, able to engage effectively with people at all levels even when a more assertive approach is needed.
• Highly developed active listening skills, which allow for reframing and testing of understanding.
• Highly developed written communication skills, with experience of compiling and sorting notes and reports, establishing statistical data and analysing information.
• Substantially developed IT skills including competent use of Microsoft Office, and the use of electronic record keeping systems.
• Experience of delivering mental health interventions online, both 1-1 and groups
• Demonstrates a willingness to embrace new technology and processes.
• Mobile with the facility to move quickly across a geographically dispersed area with limited access to public transport.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems and ability to cope with behaviour which may be challenging at times.

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Callington Road Hospital

Marmalade Lane

Bristol

BS4 5BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal to the organisation and external, including: Medical Staff Multidisciplinary Teams (Community or Inpatient) Services Users and Carers Health and Social Care teams Third sector/voluntary agencies Community groups and local authority provision Other statutory agencies e.g. Police, Ministry of Justice etc.

Utilise written and verbal communication skills to connect with a wide range of people, including outside agencies, requiring tact and persuasive skills where there may be barriers to understanding or agreement.

Exchange verbal and written information with patients, staff and carers relating to appointments and meetings etc.

Work within a multi-disciplinary environment ensuring that communication with appropriate team members is effective.

To receive and open mail (paper and electronic as necessary) and distribute/despatch accordingly ensuring appropriate action is taken with high priority items.

To manage both telephone and face to face contacts with distressed service users in a supportive and empathic manner.

Exercise judgement when dealing with patient enquiries, analyse and resolve non-clinical patient problems including resolving conflicting diary appointments or schedules, clinics, meetings, tribunals etc.

Escalating issues to the Clinical Services Lead Administrator as appropriate.

Type patient reports/correspondence/e-mails as required, deal with telephone/face to face enquiries from patients.

Input accurate and up to date patient data onto the RIO and Connecting Care system.

The post holder will order stationery and other necessary items for the team via the procurement system.

Supporting the induction of new staff members as required.

Produce confidential correspondence and reports on a frequent basis.

Maintain efficient and effective electronic filing system/, Internet, Intranet, patient records to access and extract information as needed.

Take and distribute formal minutes as necessary.

Clerical duties including photocopying and scanning.

Undertake surveys or audits as necessary to own work. May be asked to contribute to audit and research projects within the service to inform service.

Provide cover for colleagues when and where necessary.

Prioritise workload with particular consideration to issues arising and responding to shifting priorities appropriately.

Assist patients during incidental contact, to provide non-clinical advice or information to patients/relatives or carers.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• NVQ 3 qualification or relevant experience in administrative systems and office procedures

Desirable

• Administration experience in a health/social care setting

Skills

Essential

• Good IT Skills - competent in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work without direct supervision; Plan and prioritise own workload

Desirable

• Diary management

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working well in a team
• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems

Desirable

• Ability to cope with behaviour which may be challenging at times

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Petherton Resource Centre

Hengrove

Bristol

BS14 9BP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Theatre Practitioner Bristol Hospital | Endoscopy | Ad hoc | Part time Up to £30.00 per hour depending on experience Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative healthcare and leisure facilities to our community access programmes, we're committed to building a healthier nation. Inside our award-winning hospitals, this starts with commitment to quality and the highest standards of patient care. It starts with you. As an Endoscopy Scrub Practitioner/ Theatre Practitioner (ODP) at our hospital, you'll be focused, detail-oriented empathetic with great communication skills. You're registered with the appropriate governing body, and you bring the qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC or HCPC. With post-registration experience in Endoscopy within a Theatre environment, you're a team player with a passion for exceptional patient care. As an Endoscopy Scrub Practitioner or Theatre Practitioner (ODP), you will:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• As an Endoscopy Scrub Practitioner/ Theatre Practitioner (ODP) at our hospital, you'll be focused, detail-oriented empathetic with great communication skills.You're registered with the appropriate governing body, and you bring the qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC or HCPC

Experience

Essential

• With post-registration experience in Endoscopy within a Theatre environment, you're a team player with a passion for exceptional patient care.

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

Nuffield Health

Address

Clifton Hill

Bristol

BS8 1BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will need to carry a radio and be competent to lead in medical emergency responses.
• The post holder will exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and have the ability to plan and reach complex and critical judgments and have decision making skills.
• To deliver high quality clinical care within the Integrated Healthcare Service forthe prison. This will include acute & primary care, long term conditions management, enhanced assessment and diagnostic intervention services and health promotion activities and be in line with the NHS Plan, public health indicators and National Service Frameworks.
• To demonstrate and provide robust expert clinical skills with a sound understanding of evidence-based nursing practice to provide a pro-active approach to ensure quality and outcome driven practice on a day-to-day basis.
• To support the development of evidence-based practice in the specialist field and to promote research as appropriate.
• To participate in managerial and professional clinical supervision programme, training, and annual appraisal and to ensure that it becomes an integral part of team practice.
• To ensure the implementation of effective and appropriate patient centred care planning tools, long-term condition registers and consistent delivery throughout all the prisons within the service.
• The post holder will work collaboratively with the Clinical Lead, GPs, and other clinicians to meet and review service needs as required.
• The post holder will be part of skilled multidisciplinary teams comprising all healthcare staff, including strategic partners, and prison managing a single referral pathway.
• The post holder will be required to undertake training to maximise uptake of screening, health promotion and prevention activity, including vaccinations.
• The post holder will ensure a named care co-ordinator is allocated for every patient with complex needs who will ensure a proactive, evidence-based approach to clinical interventions, health promotion/prevention activity, and management of acute and long-term conditions using our stepped care approach.
• The post holder will ensure that a single, integrated, care plans developed, and the individualised care is regularly reviewed.
• The post holder will ensure that a comprehensive risk assessments and care plans are regularly reviewed in a needs-led review cycle.
• The post holder will ensure a care coordination criteria and MDT meetings forpatients with complex needs will be tailored to the needs of the establishment.
• The post holder will ensure that they undertake all training in evidence-based CBT approaches, to enhance consistency and quality of care delivery.
• The post holder will support patients to manage their health at every stage, from oral health to long term conditions.
• The post holder will ensure that health promotion embedded into every aspect of the service.
• To liaise with other senior Trust personnel to share expertise, promote ideas and to ensure the service is working collaboratively with the Trust's other Directorates as required.
• To work positively and effectively in a difficult and often hostile environment.
• Be aware of environmental hazards in the working area; ensure staffs are aware of relevant health & safety policies deriving from the Health & Safety at Work Act.
• To work in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines
• To be familiar with Prison Standards, Standing Orders, Circular instructions, Notices to Staff, Health and Safety and all other relevant material to function as an informed practitioner within a prison setting

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID

Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Qualification (Registered General Nurse)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of setting, monitoring, and evaluating standards of care.
• Working knowledge or a clear interest in prison/offender healthcare

Desirable

• Experience of working within secure & prison settings
• Experience as a registered nurse

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, presenting ideas with clarity in a persuasive and influential style.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of change management and new ways of working.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Erlestoke

Devizes,

Wiltshire

SN10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Manage a complex/specialist OT caseload from assessment to discharge from therapy. Service users may have multiple needs, including a combination of physical and mental health conditions or learning disabilities. Service users may demonstrate challenging behaviours or have difficult family situations of relevance.
• Ensure the highest professional standards and attitudes towards the care of service users are maintained at all times, and that care is delivered in accordance with evidence-based practice by all staff for whom the postholder has designated responsibility.
• Undertake complex occupational therapy assessments and develop complex therapy programmes.
• Assess and manage risk effectively in clinical and community settings, including the service users own home.
• Work with service users and carers to identify occupational therapy goals as part of the overall multidisciplinary team plan.
• Develop and implement specialist interventions for individuals or groups, in collaboration with the service user(s) and MDT, to achieve therapeutic goals.
• Use technical and creative skills to engage service users in therapeutic activities and encourage service users/carers in a compassionate manner to support them in achieving their identified goals.
• Monitor and evaluate occupational therapy treatment to measure progress and modify treatment plans to ensure the effectiveness of clinical interventions.
• Provide reports and make recommendations on service user progress at clinical meetings, and participate in the clinical decision-making process regarding service user care programmes as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide specialist clinical advice to other healthcare professionals, including those in the acute hospital sector with limited mental health or learning disability experience.
• Provide professional advice, as requested and where appropriate, in relation to subject access requests.

Please see the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
• Successful completion of preceptorship year as a graduate occupational therapist
• Significant experience of delivering Occupational Therapy
• Experience of supervising students on placement
• Experience of participation in quality improvement activities
• Legal aspects of moving and handling
• Significant knowledge of evidence based practice in designated specialist area
• Self aware and committed to professional and personal development

Desirable

• Clinical Risk Assessment and Management
• Care Programme Approach
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Motivate and work positively and constructively with other members of the team
• Provide effective teaching, training and clinical supervision
• Able to engage with vulnerable people and work effectively in distressing and challenging circumstances

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

STEPs EDU, Acer Unit, Blackberry Hill Hospital

Manor Road

Bristol

BS16 2EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments as required, taking into account issues of safety and suitability for psychological therapy, to formulate, implement, and evaluate treatment or support programmes for patients.

Provide a psychological therapy service for individuals and groups as appropriate (e.g. CBT groups).

Be part of the MDT to contribute psychological therapy knowledge, discuss care pathways, identify risk and safeguarding concerns, and engage in joint working as appropriate.

Educate and involve family members and others in treatment and support, as appropriate.

Adhere to an agreed job plan relating to the number of patient contacts offered and clinical sessions carried out per week, in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.

Ensure timely and accurate recording of all data required by the Trust, and maintain accurate records on the electronic patient record system.

Ensure that patient confidentiality is protected at all times.

Monitor clinical workload using agreed systems.

Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.

Provide a specialist consultancy service to multidisciplinary teams and other agencies providing care for people with gambling harms.

Participate in clinical and caseload supervision arrangements provided by the service.

Provide supervision to colleagues as required by the service.

Attend and where appropriate chair multidisciplinary/professional meetings relating to referrals or patients in treatment.

Carry out clinical audits of service performance, including service user surveys and evaluations, and help collate and disseminate the results for feedback.

Attend Team Days and engage in CPD activities to support the development and maintenance of skills and knowledge.

Please see the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctoral qualification in clinical or counselling psychology, or postgraduate qualification in CBT
• HCPC registration or BABCP accreditation

Desirable

• Training in Motivational Interviewing
• Training in working with addictions

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of working as a psychological therapist in NHS services
• Experience of providing evidence-based assessments, formulation and therapeutic interventions in addiction or mental health services (individual and group)
• Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
• Experience of safety assessment, safety planning and safeguarding

Desirable

• Experience working with people with gambling harms or other addictions
• Research and quality improvement experience
• Experience in teaching and training.
• Experience of working remotely and delivering therapy online

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Blackberry Hill Hospital

Manor Road

Bristol

BS16 2EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

• Job Title: Consultant Neuropsychiatrist

• Service line: Male Neuropsychiatry

• Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director

• Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager

We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Neuropsychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Brunel and provide senior medical cover on Clipper Ward, our 10 bed male service for patients with brain injury and neurodegenerative conditions and Ketch Ward, our 6 bed male neuropsychiatric service focusing on Optimisation and Consolidation.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.

Cygnet Brunel is our 32 bed male Neuropsychiatric hospital offering care and treatment for those affected by an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

The hospital with Triangle of Care Accredited CQC Good soon to be outstanding, supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation pathway for the South West and as such accommodates Level 1 & 2a patients across all of the w ards; focusing on the service users individual needs in order to prioritize the ward location.

Our specialist neuropsychiatric care and treatment service in Bristol is also rated Outstanding by Headway, the Brain Injury Association.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Clipper and Ketch Wards

• Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.

• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team

• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users

• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment

• Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits

• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service

• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings

• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required

• Good maintenance of patient records

• To ensure and maintain regular com munications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager

• To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.

• Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

• Contribute to the On call rota

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary up to £175,000 per year

• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service

• 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme

• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary

• Contributory pension scheme

• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group

• Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet Portfolio Pathway programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme

• Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives

• Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions

• Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations

• Discount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card

• Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support

• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy

• Electric Car Scheme

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC re gistered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified

• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status

• Experienced & knowledgeable in Neuropsychiatry

• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity

• A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes

• Committed to continued professional development

• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Cygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply or contact [email protected] to arrange an informal chat or site visit.

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If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Bristol

BS10 7DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent knowledge, understanding and experience with quality standards, ISO:15189, HTA, GPG (E)
• oKnowledge of a range of pathology analytical systems, techniques and QA across multiple departments including Biochemistry, Haematology, Mortuary and Microbiology. (E)
• oAble to demonstrate commitment to service improvements and develop long-term quality management plans in line with the department's aims and objectives. (E)
• oAbility to prioritise workload, delegate appropriately and formulate and implement long-term quality improvement plans for the department
• oUnderstanding of the critical importance of confidentiality (E)
• oExperience of document management systems (e.g. IQM/Q-pulse). (E)
• oExperience of managing a small team, involving evidence of personal ability to meet deadlines, support staff development and progression and achieve positive outcomes for users (E)
• oEvidence of successful working with teams, including clinical and non-clinical staff and supporting staff individual objectives (E)
• oExperience of service development and implementing and influencing change (E)
• oExcellent individual work ethic and strong project management skills. (E)
• oAbility to provide day-to-day supervisory guidance to a group of staff and have some line management responsibilities (E)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary and Weston General Hospital

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This position will also include regular cataract clinics and cataract theatre lists, which should become high volume when possible. Other responsibilities include general ophthalmology clinics and participation in MDT meetings when required

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Are on the GMC Specialist Register for Ophthalmology and have CCT/CCST or will receive it within six months of the date of interview
• The ability to supervise junior staff and carry out 'on the job' training
• Ability to undertake independent cataract surgery

Desirable

• Training in General medicine/endocrinology, dermatology, oral and maxillofacial surgery or ENT surgery
• Other management experience including out patient priorities and waiting lists

Essential

Essential

• FRCOphth or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RBH

Castle Lane East

Dorset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Administration Assistant. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Process incoming and outgoing mail.

b. To read, scan, code and action all documentation coming into the Practice in relation to patients in line with the set protocol for document management.

c. To arrange further appointments or tests as required (and within the postholders remit) that are specified from either the documentation or requested by the clinician.

d. To report any significant events that occur in relation to document management and participate in any associated learning from incidents

e. File and store records as required

f. Photocopy documentation as required

g. Searches/claims/recalls for QOF.

h. Process changes to patient registration, deduction of record and new patient registration

i. Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary

j. Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers requests appropriately

k. Always maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area

l. Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested

m. Help us work towards an outstanding rating with CQC

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level

Desirable

• Administrative qualifications.

Experience

Essential

• Numerate and IT Literate.
• Experience in customer service.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Experience in dealing with members of the public
• Organisational Skills
• Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team
• Ability to work under pressure and in a changing environment.
• Attention to detail maintaining accurate records.
• Working with confidential, sensitive information with an understanding, acceptance, and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
• Flexible and adaptable to cope with the breadth and pace of changes.

Desirable

• Experience of EMIS Web
• Experience of working in primary care

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

West Walk Surgery

Address

21 West Walk

Yate

Bristol

BS37 4AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the PMS contract

c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

d. Effective management of long-term conditions

e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

g. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

h. Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

k. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

l. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

m. Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR

n. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

o. Prepare and complete the revalidation process

p. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

q. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

r. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

s. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

t. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

Generic Responsibilities

All staff at Hartwood Healthcare have a duty to conform to the following:

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

A good attitude and positive action towards ED&I creates and environment where all individuals are able to achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons: it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.

Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.

Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that you treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.

Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF)

This practice is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation.

Confidentiality

This practice is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters, pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times. It is essential that if, the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained that all staff protect patient information and provide a confidential service.

Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI)

To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice.

This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.

Induction Training

On arrival at the practice all personnel are to complete a practice induction programme; this is managed by the Practice Manager.

Learning and Development

The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake and complete mandatory training as directed by the training coordinator, as well as participating in the practice training programme. Staff will also be permitted (subject to approval) to undertake external training courses which will enhance their knowledge and skills, progress their career and ultimately, enable them to improve processes and service delivery.

Collaborative Working

All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working. Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments. Effective communication is essential and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner.

Service Delivery

Staff at Hartwood Healthcare must adhere to the information contained with practice policies and regional directives, ensuring protocols are adhered to at all times. Staff will be given detailed information during the induction process regarding policy and procedure.

Security

The security of the practice is the responsibility of all personnel. Staff must ensure they remain vigilant at all times and report any suspicious activity immediately to their line manager. Under no circumstances are staff to share the codes for the door locks to anyone and are to ensure that restricted areas remain effectively secured.

Professional Conduct

At Hartwood Healthcare, staff are required to dress appropriately for their role. Administrative staff will be provided with a uniform whilst clinical staff must dress in accordance with their role.

Leave

All personnel are entitled to take leave. Line managers are to ensure all of their staff are afforded the opportunity to take a minimum of 27 days leave each year and should be encouraged to take all of their leave entitlement.

Person Specification

Other requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational Health Clearance Project lead as required with CQC, ICB and QOF

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of continued professional development Experience of QOF and clinical audit Minimum of two years as a salaried GP General understanding of the PMS contract

Desirable

• Experience of medicines management Experience of ICB initiatives

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook EMIS user skills
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
• Experience with clinical risk management

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Effectively utilises resources Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Eligibility

Essential

• Full GMC Registration National Performers List registration Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU) Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

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

Hartwood Healthcare

Address

Hartcliffe Health Centre

Hareclive Road

Bristol

BS13 0JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide effective operational and strategic leadership to the Local Counter Fraud Specialist and Local Counter Fraud Support Assistant, ensuring high standards of performance, professional development, quality assurance, compliance with national standards, and continuous improvement in service delivery.

Act as a strong ambassador for the Counter Fraud Service, proactively promoting counter fraud, bribery prevention and anticorruption activity across partner organisations and with key stakeholders. Build and sustain effective collaborative relationships with government departments, national and regional agencies, law enforcement partners, internal audit, regulators, and crosssector stakeholders to support intelligence sharing, risk mitigation and coordinated antifraud responses.

Deliver counter fraud services in accordance with relevant legislation, national guidance and service frameworks including the Health Act, NHS Standard Contract counter fraud requirements, NHS Counter Fraud and Corruption Manual, organisational Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions, and all applicable organisational policies.

Ensure partner and client organisations fully meet their contractual obligations with respect to counter fraud standards, secure fraudrisk compliance and implement proportionate counter measures to mitigate identified vulnerabilities.

Lead the design, development, implementation and periodic review of Counter Fraud and Corruption policies, procedures and guidance for partner organisations, ensuring alignment to national best practice, legislative change and evolving fraud threats.

Prepare and agree riskbased Annual Work Plans and prioritisation strategies with Directors of Finance/Chief Finance Officers, based on robust fraud risk assessments and compliant with the NHS Standard Contract and Government Functional Standard 013 Counter Fraud.

Support governance and accountability arrangements by attending Audit Committee meetings and other boardlevel forums. Prepare and present highquality Annual and interim Counter Fraud reports, ensuring transparency, clarity of findings, and evidence of impact against agreed outcomes. Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external auditors and respond to audit recommendations and control weaknesses.

Lead the identification of fraud risk and intelligence gathering through data analytics, information review, referrals, proactive exercises and engagement with staff, patients and the public. Utilise specialist resources and analytical tools to recognise patterns, trends and emerging threats and take proportionate action.

Plan, manage and deliver Local Proactive Exercises in collaboration with finance and executive leads and lead National Proactive Exercises where required, applying recognised investigation planning and risk methodologies.

Ensure all counter fraud investigations are conducted in a professional, ethical and legally compliant manner, in line with the Counter Fraud and Corruption Manual and statutory requirements. Establish and maintain effective case management, evidential standards and qualityassurance processes.

Undertake the role of Officer in Charge for investigations as necessary, exercising operational decisionmaking authority on case progression, arrest strategies, search warrant applications, bail conditions, charging proposals, asset management and evidential preservation. Maintain effective liaison with law enforcement agencies to coordinate warrant execution, evidence seizure and specialist support where appropriate.

Conduct interviews with suspects and witnesses in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) 1984 Codes of Practice and recognised interview methodologies. Ensure interviewer competence, adherence to legal safeguards, and professional recording of outcomes.

Prepare highquality case files for prosecution in Magistrates and Crown Courts and act as Disclosure Officer in compliance with the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA). Secure financial redress through criminal and civil recovery mechanisms where appropriate.

Develop and deliver training, communications and awareness programmes to raise organisational understanding of fraud risks, reporting pathways and preventative behaviours. Produce briefing materials, awareness campaigns and targeted presentations for all levels of staff, Board members and external partners.

Maintain effective collaboration with the NHS Counter Fraud Authority and contribute to regional and national counter fraud networks, benchmarking activities, thematic reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Review and contribute to the work of counter fraud peers, encouraging knowledge sharing, coordinated responses and professional standards across the service. Provide guidance, coaching and quality assurance to team members and support staff.

Ensure flexible, responsive working practices to meet organisational requirements, including prioritising work appropriately and responding to operational needs outside normal business hours where necessary.

Demonstrate uncompromising standards of confidentiality, information governance and security in handling sensitive or personal data in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018, Human Rights Act 1998 and professional codes of practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Accredited Local Counter Fraud Specialist / Membership of the Counter Fraud Profession

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding of, and experience of using, the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) 2000 and the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA)
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality and to act at all times in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Human Rights Act 1998
• Advanced data extraction and analysis skills
• Advanced IT skills
• Good writing skills and the ability to produce succinct and accurate reports

Desirable

• Knowledge NHS Counter Fraud Authority & Government Functional Standard 013 Counter Fraud.
• Knowledge of health care processes and systems including primary and secondary care

Experience

Desirable

• Substantial experience managing fraud investigations, analysing data and countering fraud and corruption in the NHS.
• Extensive experience within the criminal justice system governing the investigation of crime generally and fraud specifically, including the Theft, Fraud and Bribery Acts
• Substantial experience conducting formal PEACE-style interviews under caution in accordance with Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) 1984 and with witnesses to obtain formal witness statements

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

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countywide

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• A degree or equivalent in an appropriate engineering discipline (e.g., mechanical, or electronic engineering, applied science) or equivalent work-based experience
• Registered as a Clinical Technologist on the Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT) or the Academy of Healthcare Science (ACHS) register; or registered as a Clinical Scientist on the Health and Social Care Professionals (HCPC) register

Desirable

• IPEM Training Scheme for Clinical Technologists in Health Care Science/Degree in Clinical Engineering (UWE)

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Computer literacy in general Windows utilities and competency in Microsoft Teams, Word, Outlook, Excel etc
• A current valid manual driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Experience of completion of risk assessments and Adverse Incident Reports
• Undertake advanced levels of assessment, prescription and supply of wheelchairs and special seating equipment
• Ability and experience of supervision and direction of others, formally and informally.
• Produce informative clinical and technical reports and working drawings in regard to technical aspects of provision and modification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-qualification experience in the engineering industry where the work experience has been in a responsible engineering position
• At least 3 years directly working in healthcare as a Rehabilitation Engineer
• Significant wide-ranging mechanical engineering experience in design and manufacture
• Working directly within a wheelchair or posture service role, using significant wheelchair and seating product knowledge
• Practical working knowledge of at least one CAD software package

Desirable

• Experience of service development projects

Personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to work within a team environment as well as an independent and autonomous professional.
• Advanced communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Cope with potentially distressing circumstances whilst working with patients with: Rapidly deteriorating, life limiting and terminal conditions; A wide range of disabilities with diverse needs and expectations

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Centre for Enablement

Jupiter Road

Bristol

BS34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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