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

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Clerical/administrative experience, including filing and/or reception
• Experience of dealing with the public, both on the telephone and in person

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Experience of using a Patient Administration System
• Awareness of the Cass Review into Gender Identity Services for Children

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE, grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths
• Business and Administration Level 3 NVQ or equivalent experience

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective and polite manner when dealing with people, both face to face and on the phone
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a busy team, adjust to change and motivate others
• Ability to work on your own, using your own initiative, if required
• Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers
• Effective organisational skills
• Good IT skills including Microsoft packages
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Working knowledge of outpatient policies and procedures

Aptitudes

Essential

• Respectful of and supportive to colleagues
• Pride in the quality and accuracy of work and attention to detail
• Willingness to undertake training and develop additional skills
• Co-operative, helpful and flexible attitude to work

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Clinical Responsibilities/Key Responsibilities

The appointee will be expected to share responsibility for the delivery of high-quality care to the patients presenting to the Department.

The provision of high-quality care in all clinical settings, including theatres, outpatient clinics, wards,

and working well as part of a multidisciplinary team

To support the clinical decision making of resident medical and nursing staff

To provide on call support out of hours. To attend the department out of hours as per agreed protocols

2. Professional Development, Education and Training

To participate in ongoing training and personal development

To contribute to multi-disciplinary skills training

3. Management and Leadership

To provide medical information for the development of systems appropriate for Trust needs

To participate in departmental consultant and senior staff meetings whilst remaining within the

framework of the agreed strategy of the Trust and the department

To attend other departmental, divisional and Trust meetings as necessary

To attend regional and national meetings as necessary

To undertake all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policies

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• Entry on Specialist Register (or entry expected within 6 months)
• MBBS or equivalent

Desirable

• Qualification in healthcare management or leadership

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
• Evidence of participation in Audit, Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement project
• Ability to manage risk

Desirable

• Publications in peer-reviewed journals

Clinical/Experience

Essential

• Clinical training and experience in Gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
• Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent)
• Ability to lead emergency Gynaecology services in and out of hours

Desirable

• Experience in change management and innovation

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Flexibility, able to adapt to changing circumstances
• Ability to work under stress
• Communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to work in multi-professional team

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

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Great Western Road

Gloucester

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/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS, FRCS (Plast)
• ATLS
• Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice.
• Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).
• Completion of a general management course or programme.

Work Experience

Essential

• Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience including 2 years as SHO in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
• Training in diagnosis and treatment of complex reconstruction conditions
• Experience in audit project and written up

Desirable

• Some training in Microsurgery

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Proven teaching ability.
• Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues.
• Knowledge of political context within which we operate.

Desirable

• Proven track record in research.
• Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
• Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

Essential

• Good written communication skills.
• Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.

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

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Important Information:

• Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.
• Please note, we cannot offer a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.If you currently require a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 14 months remaining until the expiry date. If you do not disclose your expiry date within your application, it may not be considered. Please only provide the expiry date and not your share code within your application.
• If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.
• Interviews will aim to take place in person (reasonable adjustments considered)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults) or equivalent experience

Experience, skills and knowledge

Essential

• Significant experience of direct patient care in a health or social care setting
• Ability to plan and prioritise effectively and efficiently individually and in a team environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of service users with a range of communication needs and/ or cultural backgrounds.
• Able to carry out the core clinical competencies required of the post e.g. wound care, observations
• Able to record succinct and accurate information on the patient record both in writing and electronically

Desirable

• Experience in community and acute settings

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

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

South Bristol Community Hospital

Hengrove Promenade

Bristol

BS14 0DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse with current NMC licence to practice
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Study at degree level

Experience

Essential

• Experience of wound assessment with good knowledge of dressings
• Expectation to undertake training for extended roles required by the department, for example: venepuncture, cannulation, ABPI training, TCPO2 training, compression bandaging, wound care.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to organise own workload, with good time management and problem solving skills
• Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service

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

Southmead Hosptial

Southmead rd

Bristol

BS105NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Registered nurse with current NMC licence to practice and experience within an acute hospital setting.

Evidence of continued professional development i.e. a professional portfolio and participation in appraisal and development review.

To have achieved a recognised teaching & assessing qualification.

Completion of training for additional clinical skills required in the ward/department

Green card training for the use of pumps or machinery relevant to the ward or department.

Evidence of attendance at mandatory training appropriate to the role.

Competence in the use of computers and electronic communication systems or expectation to develop existing skills further as the needs of the service dictate.

Evidence of an ability to critically appraise and utilise research to maintain and improve patient care.

Sound knowledge of health promotion issues to ensure junior staff, patients and carers are provided with education, support and advice as required.

Evidence of experience and knowledge of the importance of resource management including protocols for staff utilisation, equipment, and products for clinical care.

Organise and participate in the delivery of high standard, evidence-based nursing care.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse, with current live NMC registration / Student awaiting pin
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Teaching and assessing qualification or willing to undertake after 2 years post registration (secured a position on this type of course)

Work Experience

Essential

• Completion of training for extended roles required by the ward / department. i.e. IV drug administration, Cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterisation, PCA and Epidural training
• At least 12 months recent experience as a Registered Nurse in either an acute hospital setting, surgical setting, admission/ emergency setting OR a qualifying student who has completed a placement within surgery or an admissions unit

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service i.e. IHS, Acis, Email use.

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

Southmead Hospital

Gate 26B

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Care Management

• Adheres to the NMC/HCPC Code of Conduct at all times
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in the care of patients receiving treatment in the theatre environment
• Carries the Theatre Coordinator phone as required, keeping clinical teams informed of workflows, resolving any issues and conflicts and promoting positive team dynamics at all times
• Manages the clinical workload effectively, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the needs of the patients on an ongoing basis.
• Acts as a resource to others, providing accurate information, advice and supports the multidisciplinary team, patients and their carers.
• Ensures that accurate patient records are maintained and reflect changes in the patients ongoing condition and changing care needs
• Ensures that patients and their carers are updated regularly with accurate information, delivered in a manner that is sensitive to their needs
• Ensures that clinical guidelines are implemented and are actively audited in conjunction with the Clinical Matron, Clinical Coordinators and Perioperative Education Team
• Maintains and promotes high standards of cleanliness within the department and reports deficits to the Clinical Coordinator
• Ensures that practice is evidence based and supports with the development of departmental policies and Standard Operating procedures.

Quality Management

• Actively supports the implementation of the Trust / nursing strategy
• Uphold high standards of patient care in accordance with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures
• Develops own competence in recruitment and retention, sickness management and performance management as determines by line manager
• Actively supports the process of risk management and Health & safety upholding relevant policies to promote this and ensuring that incidents are reported using the DATIX system.
• Make a positive contribution to service development and act as a positive role model for change
• Actively promote customer care, assisting with the local resolution of (informal) complaints and supporting the Clinical Coordinators /Band 7 investigate formal complaints.

Financial Management

• Contributes positively towards the delivery of a cost effective service, adjusting staffing levels to meet clinical demand and cooperation with the Clinical Coordinators and within budgetary constraints
• Takes responsibility for monitoring stock levels within budgetary limits, resolving shortfalls as appropriate
• Develop the financial awareness of the team, prompting a lean approach and efficient use of both human and material resources

Information Management

• Collects, records and manages information using both paper based and IT systems
• Makes use of relevant information in decision making, problem solving and care management
• Ensures that colleagues maintain strict confidentiality of patient records in line with Trust policy and Data Protection Act
• Challenges any breaches in confidentiality and reports to the Clinical Coordinator
• Uses Trust IT systems to disseminate important information to colleagues at all levels

Staff Management

• Assists with the ongoing organisation of the unit, including taking responsibility for a designated area of practice within a department on a daily basis to ensure optimal theatre utilisation at all times
• Carries the unit bleep as required, keeping Coordinators and colleagues informed of patient flow, managing problems and conflicts and maintaining positive team dynamics
• Takes a leadership role in emergency situationsMaintains the confidentiality of personal information pertaining to staff
• Attends and contributes to departmental, cross department and multidisciplinary team meetings and working groups
• Acts as a mentor to junior staff members. Is responsible for the orientation, supervision and ongoing development of junior staff and learners in conjunction with the Clinical Coordinators and Perioperative Education Team
• Acts as a practice assessor taking responsibility for completing assessment documents within agreed timeframes
• Act as a mentor to post basic students, facilitating a positive learning environment and development of their clinical skills in accordance with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures
• Promote clinical audit and the application of evidence-based practices.
• Participate in research projects and practice development initiatives within the clinical area as appropriate
• Act as a link practitioner (i.e., infection control, tissue viability etc.) ensuring attendance at and contribution to Trust wide meetings, taking responsibility for disseminating information at a practice level

Professional Development

• Works within and accepts responsibility for maintaining agreed levels of clinical competence commensurate with job role and developing service requirements ensuring clinical currency as technology and ways of working develop
• Keep up to date with NMC/HCPC standards, Trust policies, Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines and adhere to these at all times
• Demonstrate an insight into own professional development, contributing to the process of identifying own educational needs in conjunction with the Clinical Coordinators and Perioperative Education Team
• Participate in own Appraisal and Development Review and after training be responsible for undertaking the appraisal process for own team of junior staff
• To ensure own educational commitment meets the requirements of the professional body and Trust requirements

Working Conditions / Effort

• A requirement to act as a professional role model
• A need to respond to frequently changing needs of the theatres.
• Exposure to distressing and emotional situations
• Frequently standing for long periods
• Manual handling and postural demands.
• Exposure to potential violent and aggressive behaviour
• Contact with blood and body fluids
• Requirement to wear PPE
• The need to use highly developed skills and demonstrates a high level of manual dexterity
• A requirement to concentrate and remain focused for extended periods of time
• The need to work a shift system

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• ODP/RGN with current NMC/HCPC registration
• Awareness of Risk Management and Health & Safety within the operating department

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake teaching and assessing course
• Recognised Surgical First Assistant qualification

Work Experience

Essential

• Experience as Band 5 in scrub specialty or relevant similar experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of current practice and understanding of National Codes of Standards and Conduct.
• Experience leading a team
• Knowledge of audit
• Awareness of Risk Management/Health & Safety
• Awareness of COSHH/Manual Handling regulations
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective record-keeping and documentation.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Flexibility in regard to working patterns
• Adaptability

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

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

- To use the principles of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy in an integrated and patient-centred way, to promote independence, improve function and facilitate safe discharge. This will be achieved by implementing treatment plans and facilitating rehabilitation within agreed limitations through exercise including group classes and hydrotherapy, physical modalities and the use of occupation, taking into consideration a persons affect and cognition.

- To instruct and motivate patients in accordance with the treatment plan, in order to achieve the goals, monitoring the patients condition at all times. This will take place in water and on dry land.

- To identify and organise/undertake appropriate treatment within a delegated framework of responsibilities, reporting back to a registered practitioner/MDT and referring on to other agencies, when necessary.

- To implement and progress delegated treatment programmes using clinical reasoning skills to include the teaching of patients on functional exercise, the issuing and fitting of equipment and the practice of activities of daily living.

- The post holder will expect and be willing to work across both hospital sites and off-site locations, as required.

- To provide a collaborative treatment approach to reduce repetition of information and provide a seamless pathway of rehabilitation, with appropriate follow up intervention post discharge.

- To undertake specific unaccompanied work, organise own caseload and prioritise activities to meet the needs of patients, comprising patients with predictable and unpredictable conditions.

- To monitor and report back to the registered practitioner and/or other members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) regarding progress and changes in the patients condition or deviation in the expected care pathway, to ensure safety, the achievement of agreed goals and planning safe discharge from the service.

- To support the induction of new staff into the clinical area. To support the supervision of less experienced staff and undergraduate students.

- Able to identify ways to promote dignity and is aware of individuals environments and factors that might cause discomfort, particularly in the hydrotherapy pool environment.

Professional Development, Education and Training

- To participate in own continuing professional development (CPD), including supervision, appraisal and training to ensure competency, service quality and meet the clinical governance agenda and organisational goals.

- Actively participates in learning opportunities and demonstrates self-improvement, for example by actively seeking feedback.

- Records own learning and personal development. Identifies areas for self-improvement and actively participates in learning opportunities to maintain and extend knowledge and performance.

Management and Leadership

- To contribute to measuring the treatment outcomes and audit activity related to the service. To use computer systems related to patient care for purposes of recording information and ordering equipment.

- Understands the aims and principles of health promotion, protection and improvement and importance of relevant interventions for individual patients and their families, including making every contact count.

- Understand principles of behaviour change and interventions to prevent ill health and effectively apply these to practice, recognising the individuals right to privacy and choice.

Planning and Organisation

- To undertake administrative, cleaning and housekeeping tasks, organising own diary to monitor and maintain stock levels of equipment and consumables in the hydrotherapy and MSK outpatient areas, to ensure seamless provision of therapy and to support the Therapy team to deliver ongoing care and rehabilitation of the patient.

- Undertake operational processes within the Therapy service e.g. booking and scheduling patients, answering queries, cancelling and re-booking patients. To assist with the screening of patients appropriate for Hydrotherapy including contraindications, which will assist in the management of waiting lists. Liaise with senior support worker and senior therapists/clinical leads, regarding appointment availability and waiting list management.

- To prepare the clinical area and the patient, for delivery of safe and effective treatments in a clean environment, complying with health and safety, infection control and water safety standards. This will include daily cleaning and monitoring of the hydrotherapy pool area, changing rooms and equipment, cleaning pool scum line, channels and hoovering pool and checking hydrotherapy emergency trolley, for example.

- Knowledge of health and safety issues in relation to staff and patients in the hydrotherapy pool area and community-based exercise classes including: emergency evacuation procedures, working knowledge of pool sampling processes, reporting variations, reporting equipment malfunction and safe principles of group exercise. Reports any incidents, accidents or complaints in a timely manner, taking appropriate action where necessary.

- To participate in the weekend working rota where applicable, following a period of induction, training and assessment.

Communications and Working Relationships

- To use verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients/carers. This may include education, motivation, persuasion, and empowerment. This will include patients/carers who may or may not have barriers to communication through cognitive or physical impairment e.g., hearing or visual impairment, confusion and depression.

- Understands and gains valid consent prior to action or providing care, and records this appropriately. Keeps complete, clear, accurate, legible and timely records, utilising digital platforms as required. Understands role requirement and the importance of accessing, maintaining and storing documentation relating to care, in accordance with local guidance and legal requirements for maintaining confidentiality and data protection.

Additional Contact Details

Kim Chapman

[email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• GCSE level C Maths and English
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent and experience/skills
• Proven experience as a physiotherapy or occupational therapy support worker working in the NHS or other care setting in the UK
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and non-verbal and written when interacting with staff, patients, relatives and carers
• Work flexibly in response to the changing demands of the service.
• Manage appropriately in difficult emotional or physical environments e.g. upset patients/relatives and difficult physical environments e.g. home circumstances
• Demonstrate an ability to act on own initiative when working independently in challenging environments.
• Take a responsibility for abiding by Health and Safety policies and regulations and act in accordance with any risk management policies.

Desirable

• Valid UK Driving License

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 Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients.
• Good clinical judgement
• Understand Audit/governance processes

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification (e.g., MD or MSc).
• Proven track record in research. Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
• Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good communication skills
• Honesty and reliability
• Ability to work effectively within an MDT environment
• Flexibility
• Critical approach to work
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients
• Willing to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave

Desirable

• Training in laparoscopic surgery

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered with GMC (UK)

Desirable

• Experience in audit project and written up

Additional and Aptitudes

Essential

• IT skills on all Microsoft packages
• Fluent English speaker

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

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Has studied at degree level or above

Desirable

• Evidence of recent professional development

Knowledge

Essential

• Up-to-date knowledge of current clinical guidelines and the NMC Code
• Understanding of safe medicines management and fetal monitoring principles
• Knowledge of mandatory and professional training required to practice as a midwife

Desirable

• Awareness of current NHS maternity service developments and research

Experience

Essential

• Ability to Assess, Plan, Implement and Evaluate care
• Ability to deliver evidence-based, person-centred care across all clinical areas of maternity services

Desirable

• Willing to undertake practice assessor training in final 6 months of preceptorship
• Willingness to undertake examination of the newborn

Technical Skills

Essential

• Clear communication and interpersonal skills to support birthing people and their families
• Time management and ability to prioritise workloads in fast-paced environments
• Experience of computerised midwifery record keeping

Desirable

• Management of epidural infusions
• Perineal Suturing

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Motivated, enthusiastic and committed to personal learning
• Ability to respond to constructive criticism in a positive and responsive manner
• Flexibility to cover rotational shifts, nights, weekends and occasional on-call duties where required
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to the Trust values
• Evidence of good attendance and punctuality

Desirable

• Car driver for community placement

Language Requirement

Essential

• Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role

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).

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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

University Hospitals Dorset

BEACH Building, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth

Dorset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (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.

Overview: OSC, further assessment of recalled patients, MDT participation and training.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the GMC with a license to practice
• Credential in breast disease management (NBIA,RCR) or within 3 months of completion
• Postgraduate qualifications in mammography and breast ultrasound with relevant clinical experience
• Evidence of continued professional development including CME

Work Experience

Essential

• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of breast patients
• Ability to independently undertake all aspects of symptomatic and NHSBSP breast work
• Ability to work within the Trust and NHS performance framework
• An understanding of the requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
• Knowledge & understanding of role of ethical committee
• Experience in Audit projects

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

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

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role:

• Managing and prioritising a clinical caseload of patients with complex communication and/or swallowing needs.
• Completing specialist assessments and developing individualised treatment programmes.
• Delivering evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
• Supporting patients to achieve meaningful rehabilitation goals and maximise their independence.
• Contributing to multidisciplinary assessment, goal setting, care planning and reviews.
• Providing specialist advice and training to colleagues, families and carers where appropriate.
• Supporting the assessment and management of dysphagia.
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records.
• Contributing to clinical audit, service development and quality improvement.
• Supporting students and junior colleagues where appropriate.
• Working in accordance with professional standards, policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the people we support.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current HCPC registration.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with adults with neurological conditions.
• Experience of assessing and treating communication and/or swallowing difficulties.
• A good understanding of evidence-based approaches to neurorehabilitation.
• Experience managing a clinical caseload and working with a degree of professional autonomy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working.
• A commitment to continuing professional development.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Active Care Group

Address

Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Briggs Road

Frenchay

BRISTOL

BS16 2UU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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Person Specification

Educational Requirements / Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education eg: GCSEs
• RSA level or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Knowledge of working with spreadsheets e.g.: Excel

Skills/ Experience/ Knowledge Base

Essential

• Sound use of Word, Microsoft and Windows
• Goodd communication skills (verbal and written)
• Organisational skills
• Keyboard skills
• Time Management skills
• Able to prioritise

Desirable

• Additional training in office packages
• Competent with MS excel
• Experience of working in an office environment/ administrative role.

Personal Qualities/ Attributes

Essential

• Development and maintain good working relationships
• Be able to work in a flexible and approachable manner
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Able to work under pressure and time frames effectively

Desirable

• Able to use own initiative and problem solving skills

Addtional Requirements

Essential

• The role requires the postholder to sit at a keyboard for frequent periods of time and use a VDU/ computer on a frequent basis
• The role requires frequent concentration for typing documents
• To be able to work with frequent interruptions
• Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset Liaison Psychiatry

Williams Avenue

Dorset

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

Working under the direct supervision of the lead practice nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients only as the result of a direct referral from a GP.

Duties and responsibilities:

Ensure that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample

Collection of samples of blood in accordance with training and procedures

Ensure samples are stored in appropriate containers

Accurately and legible label all samples to confirm patient identity

Check patient identification against GP/nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible

Record collection of blood sample in patient records in accordance with practice procedure

Ensure that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion

Process laboratory urine and stool samples and ensure the practices UTI protocol is followed

Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff

Notify the GP/nurse of any significant patient issues

Liaise with and assist members of the administrative team

Undertake weekly cleaning and re-stocking of consulting rooms in line with the practices infection control policy and ensuring the appropriate paperwork is completed

Support and participate in shared learning within the practice including attendance at regular nurse meetings, clinical meetings and staff training afternoons

Attend training as required to ensure your skills are maintained

Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate to include smoking cessation advice

To undertake any additional duties as directed by the nursing team and within the scope of their practice

Confidentiality:

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

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

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

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards

Reporting potential risks identified

Equality and Diversity:

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

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

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

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

Personal/Professional Development:

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

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

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

Complete on-line training provided by the practice on all appropriate topics

Quality:

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

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

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

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

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication:

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

Communicate effectively with colleagues and other practice team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance

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

Participate in audits where appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• -GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• -Phlebotomy qualification
• -Experience working in a healthcare setting
• -Experience providing direct patient care
• -Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• -Ability to communicate sensitively with patients
• -Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
• -Compassionate, caring and professional manner
• -Reliable and organised
• -Flexibility to work extra hours to cover holidays and sickness from time to time
• -Awareness of patient centred care
• -Understanding of infection prevention and control
• -Understanding of safeguarding principles
• -Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
• -Knowledge of health and safety requirements
• -Clear enhanced DBS check

Desirable

• -Previous experience in a GP practice/primary care
• -Competent in using EMIS/System One
• -Awareness of CQC standards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Close Farm Surgery

Address

47 Victoria Road

Warmley

Bristol

BS30 5JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse looking for flexible opportunities within community nursing? We are seeking enthusiastic Band 5 Community Nurses to join our bank team and provide high-quality, person-centred care to patients in their own homes and community settings.

The Integrated Neighbourhood team is a community-based service which supports and works with people, either in their own home or in Residential or Nursing Homes.

The role of the community nurse is to work with the multi professional team within community service providing clinical support in assessing, planning, organising, and delivering clinical care in line with service and patient needs, as agreed with supervising clinicians.

The community nurse works independently, working within the sphere of nursing care and within all aspects of the nursing process. The post holder will act professionally at all times and use their knowledge and experience to make evidence-based decisions to solve challenges and problems. They recognise and work within the limits of their competencies and are responsible and accountable for their actions.

The post holder will have responsibility for supervising less experienced or qualified staff and students during their placements. They will be expected to actively contribute to quality assurance processes and service development.

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

Base: St Martin's Hospital, BA25RP

For any enquiries, please contact [email protected]

The Ideal candidate will have -

Essential:

• Nursing Registration (NMC).
• Nursing degree qualification.
• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
• Proficient in using a variety of IT systems for example SystmOne, word, excel.
• Able to competently and safely administer medication according to organisation policy.
• Able to support, supervise, assess, and act as a role model.
• Passionate about delivering safe patient focused care.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as a team member.
• Good time management skills.
• Valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Shows commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
• Self-motivated.
• Good time management skills.
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Desirable:

• Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and improvement methodology.
• Experience of working in the community

Package Description

As a Bank Community Nurse, youll be working as part of the HCRG Care Group Team in our Bath, St. Martins Hospital District nursingservice. As well as the attractive hourly rates of pay, at HCRG Care Group you will benefit from:

• £19.38 an hour
• Self-booking and access to all bank shifts! Staff are given access to all Bank shifts within their Business Unit and can self-book providing they meet the shift requirements.
• Request a Duty Staff can make shifts or Day Off requests prior to the creation of a roster up to six weeks in advance. This helps promote a better work life balance and allows for personal commitments to be met
• HCRG Care Group is pleased to offer access to Wagestream- which lets you track your pay throughout the month and stream your earned wages into your bank account if you need them. No more high-interest loans or overdraft fees - simply get paid as you go.
• Working in an environment focused on the highest clinical and quality standards
• Opportunities to work in different areas and various different servicesto gain new knowledge and experience
• Access to our Strive for Better networks, a national support and professional network made up of NHS professionals like you, giving you the chance to constantly develop industry-leading care and quality
• Access to our free well-being service available 24/7/365 online and by telephone including; counsellors, post trauma incident support, legal, debt and practical life management helpline, guided self-help, telephonic career coaching and monthly well-being newsletters
• Free statutory and mandatory training, as well as access to a range of courses and e-learning to develop further skills and in-house opportunities continuing your professional development
• Innovative forward-thinking culture with the opportunity to put forward your ideas to contribute to the way we work. You will be encouraged to apply for national funding to drive your initiatives locally to benefit our patients and service users
• Rewarding and supportive teams, you will be recognised and have opportunities to recognise others by nominating for local and national awards annually and taking part in our new virtual Ask our Executives event, where you can submit questions to the board and hear updates regularly on company strategy and objectives
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006 we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential: Nursing Registration (NMC), Nursing degree qualification, Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting as part of the multi-disciplinary team, Able to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact, Proficient in using a variety of IT systems for example SystmOne, word, excel, Able to competently and safely administer medication according to organisation policy, Able to support, supervise, assess, and act as a role model, Passionate about delivering safe patient focused care, Ability to work on own initiative and as a team member, Good time management skills, Valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle for work purposes, Shows commitment to ongoing personal and professional development, Self-motivated, Good time management skills, Have good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Desirable: Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff, Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and improvement methodology, Experience of working in the community

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Bath

BA2 5RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Food & Beverage Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for our residents, families and visitors. From serving meals and refreshments to ensuring dining areas are clean, comfortable and inviting, you'll help make every mealtime a positive experience.

Working closely with our hospitality and kitchen teams, you'll support the day-to-day delivery of food and beverage services throughout the home. Whether you're preparing dining areas, serving residents or assisting with kitchen duties, your friendly approach and attention to detail will help us deliver the high standards we're known for.

This is a part time role 3 days per week, 4 hours per day which incudes working every other weekend.

ABOUT YOU To join us as a Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll need:

Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environment A friendly, caring and professional approach Good communication and teamwork skills An understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices A passion for delivering excellent customer service The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment

You'll enjoy working with people and take pride in providing an outstanding experience for residents and visitors alike.

REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package, including:

Free training and development opportunities Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programmes Retail and lifestyle discounts Refer a Friend bonus scheme Opportunities for career progression across Barchester Healthcare

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience in a hospitality, catering or customer service environment. Good communication and teamwork skills. An understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices.

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

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Bath

BS39 7BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details of responsibilities attached to the role.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• An honours degree in Psychology (2:1 or 1st)
• Eligibility for graduate membership of the BPS

Desirable

• Introductory training in a psychological therapy

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working in a previous Assistant Psychologist post, or equivalent health professional role.
• Audit or research experience.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent organisational and IT skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with and value diversity
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff

Other requirements

Essential

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