Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Avanish Tantry

Lead Clinician

[email protected]

0113 3920735 Shortlisting Date: 21st September Interview Date: w/c 28th September

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in Europe, with access to leading clinical expertise and medical technology. We care for people from all over the country as well as the 780,000 residents of Leeds itself. The Trust has a budget of £1.1 billion. Our 20,000 staff ensure that every year we see and treat over 1,500,000 people in our 2,000 beds or out-patient settings, comprising 100,000 day cases, 125,000 in-patients, 260,000 A & E visits and 1,050,000 out-patient appointments. We operate from 7 hospitals on 5 sites all linked by the same vision, philosophy and culture to be the best for specialist and integrated care. Our vision is based on The Leeds Way, which is a clear statement of who we are and what we believe, founded on values of working that were put forward by our own staff. Our values are to be :Patient-centred, Fair, Collaborative, Accountable & Empowered.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join our existing group of consultants who are all highly motivated and committed to developing excellent services for patients. The expectations of all members of the multi-disciplinary team are high. The team consists of consultants with various specialist interests, including immunology and infectious diseases, respiratory, nephrology, eating disorders and secondary epilepsy. The role will include acute work in the Children’s Assessment and Treatment unit (CAT) and on the Children’s inpatient wards, as well as outpatient work in the form of general paediatric clinics.The role has a vast mixture of secondary and tertiary paediatrics supporting an extensive array of other tertiary specialists across Leeds Children’s Hospital. Leeds Children’s Hospital caters to every paediatric sub-specialty under one roof. It also has close links with the adult hospital, within the same building, which enables smooth transition of care from paediatrics to adults.The team is developing exciting new pathways to make the department more efficient, improve patient experience as well as providing an excellent experience to resident doctors in training. Over the years there has been a significant overhaul of the workforce, and this has now resulted in the appointments of qualified advanced nurse practitioners, trainee ANPs, specialty doctors, and physician associates, who complement the resident doctor workforce.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Leeds General Infirmary

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS1 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities - Review discharge summaries and conduct courtesy calls - Complete cancer care reviews - Check dementia reviews are completed - Update patient records with completed assessments from external resources (e.g., dementia reviews) Communication and Coordination - Respond to tasks and emails sent internally and externally - Liaise with colleagues regarding internal and external referrals - Attend and arrange MDT meetings - Liaise with Reception with community boards Referral Management - Source and implement referrals to external teams (e.g., Staying Well program, Everyone Health) - Support MPFT, PCN, and other services with local events - Supporting outside agencies, setting up drop-in meetings Patient Support and Education - Post text, email, leaflets, and self-help guides to patients - Conduct monthly peer support group - Lead in facilitating and producing presentations for group clinic - Organise delivery of care choices booklets and other literature - Promote digital tools Carer and Community Support - Identify and support carers - Keep community activities board updated - Attend local networking events - Monitor local services - Projects with signposting patients Administrative Duties - Annual review of registers - Keep contact telephone numbers list up to date - Identify health and local campaigns - Identify and attend appropriate training sessions - Utilise IT applications for information - Send appropriate batch texts to selected groups - Updating reasonable adjustments - Care home coding - Reporting to LFPSE

Complete Personalised Care institute 2 Day training course.

Work towards training to become:

- Carers champion for the practice - Learning disability champion for the practice - Veterans champion for the practice

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with a range of individuals, including vulnerable people.
• Experience of administrative duties, record keeping, and managing confidential information.
• Experience of working as part of a team and liaising with multiple stakeholders.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice, Primary Care Network, or NHS setting.
• Experience of referral management and signposting services.
• Experience of facilitating groups, workshops, or patient engagement activities.
• Experience using clinical systems and patient databases.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade C/Level 4 or above.
• Willingness to undertake Personalised Care Institute Care Coordinator training.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification.
• Qualification or training in care coordination, health coaching, social prescribing, or patient support.

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

Balance Street Practice

Address

Balance Street

Uttoxeter

Staffordshire

ST14 8JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Band 5

The Department of Blood Sciences is made up of several sections as shown in the organisation chart and the post holder will normally rotate between them and participate as part of a team, in providing laboratory support to the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, General Practitioners and other legitimate users of the service.

The post holder will practice as a registered Biomedical Scientist without supervision under the guidance of a Team Leader Biomedical Scientist. At other times the post holder will perform tasks without supervision and will evaluate situations and seek advice from senior members of staff by telephone if deemed appropriate.

Responsibilities

The post holder will rotate through different sections of Blood Sciences.

To assist in the preparation of specimens for analysis, including the separation of blood, serum and plasma, and the cataloguing and storage of specimens.

To carry out laboratory diagnostic tests, validate results and use judgement in determining and initiating further tests that may be required.

To actively participate in the maintenance and basic trouble shooting of automated laboratory equipment, report any faults and non-compliances to a senior member of staff and take prompt and appropriate action in response to unexpected situations.

To participate in the department Quality Assurance programmes, correct any minor non-compliances and to report any major non-compliant events to a senior member of staff.

Maintain an up to date relevant knowledge of the technical aspects of the laboratory.

To work in compliance with local health and safety rules to ensure a safe working environment for you, colleagues and visitors. To adhere to department and Trust Health and Safety policies (including COSHH, Risk assessments and Standard Operating Procedures) and to report any non-compliances to a senior member of staff.

More experienced staff will be required to supervise the work of more junior staff and assist with their training.

Band 6

The department of Blood Sciences plays a pivotal role in provision of diagnostic services, which are essential for the delivery of high quality clinical care, both within the Trust and in Primary Care.

The post holder will act as an experienced and specialist registered Biomedical Scientist to provide a comprehensive and continuous 24/7 Blood Sciences service as an aid to effective diagnosis and treatment. They will confirm analytical and technical validity of investigations, liaising with clinical staff to ensure diagnostically abnormal results are acted upon urgently.

Responsibilities

The post holder may rotate through different sections of Blood Sciences as required.

Perform analytical and other laboratory work as directed by senior staff within Blood Sciences.

Ensure satisfactory completion and validation of routine and specialist analyses.

Ensure data integrity when entering demo graphics and results into the laboratory information system.

Operate subject to manufacturer's constraints and laboratory policy, instruments and analysers in, or associated with, the laboratory.

To troubleshoot, repair and maintain instruments and analysers in, or associated with, the laboratory for correct operation, keeping equipment in optimal condition for use, making adjustments as necessary.

Check the validity and reliability of analytical processes, maintaining and monitoring satisfactory performance by use of internal quality control.

Ensure prompt referral of results that exceed action limits in accordance with departmental policy.

Adhere to laboratory quality control and Health & Safety policies, ensuring documentation of maintenance procedures, lot numbers and control material.

Maintain an up to date relevant knowledge of the technical aspects of the laboratory.

To continually improve service provision by, when necessary, contributing to the development of SOPs or undertaking development work.

In the absence of the Section Leaders supervise the work of a section.

Assist Section Leaders in the organisation of work within a subsection of Blood Sciences.

In the absence of the Section Leader ensure adequate stocks of reagents and consumables are available for the efficient running of the section.

Undertake, when required, training of rotational Section Leaders staff within a section of Blood Sciences.

Undertake training of Registered Biomedical Scientists and Trainee BMS staff within a section of Blood Sciences.

Participate, under the supervision of the Section Leader, in any audit connected with a section of Blood Sciences

Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.

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

Person Specification

Band 5

Essential

• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification
• Health Professions Council registration as a Biomedical Scientist

Desirable

• Knowledge of basic IT
• Keyboard skills
• Undertaking postgraduate qualification
• Career aspirations in the NHS

Band 6

Essential

• Experience working in a Blood Sciences discipline
• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council registration
• Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) Specialist Portfolio, IBMS Diploma of Specialist Practice, Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM) Log Book or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Knowledge of basic IT
• Keyboard skills
• Undertaking post grad qualifications

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

317 Trustwide

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be a key player on the front line for the surgery, talking to patients, finding out their needs and helping them access appropriate medical services, dealing with appointments, prescription requests and general administrative tasks.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Essential criteria
• We are highly dedicated to quality improvement and patient satisfaction therefore the ideal candidate will have: Experience of working in GP Practice (essential) Excellent communication skills Be able to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast moving environment Have a friendly and understanding approach when dealing with staff and patients Have strong IT skills (SystmOne) and call handling experience Bring a positive can-do attitude to the table
• ExperienceEssential criteria
• At least 1 year of working in General Practice

Desirable

• Prescription Clerk experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Crossfell Health Centre

Address

Crossfell Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS3 7RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Stanley House as a Housekeeper.

You will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service for people with neurological conditions where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area.

Working closely with the maintenance team you’ll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services.

You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

As a Housekeeper you will be:

• Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital.
• An active member of the team with a range of responsibility over the day-to-day operation.
• Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and ability to meet and greeting visitors in a professional manner.
• Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all staff, visitors and service users.
• Helping create a positive culture.
• Undertaking any other tasks requested that are appropriate for the post.
• Attending mandatory and statutory training on an annual basis as required by Elysium Healthcare.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have previous experience of cleaning within a similar environment
• Enjoy cleaning and get satisfaction from a job well done
• Prioritise duties and responsibilities effectively
• Be a good communicator
• Have good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.

Where you will be working:

Stanley House, Bosbury, Hereford, HR8 1HB

Stanley House is a specialist service offering:

• A multidisciplinary team including physiotherapists, art therapists, a Professor in Neuropsychiatry and monthly specialist GP clinics
• Longterm care tailored to complex and changing needs
• A supportive team culture built on respect, collaboration and high standards

Due to the rural location, reliable transport is essential. Taxi or relocation costs are not covered.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,564.50
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and onsite parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience of cleaning in a similar environment is required. Candidates should enjoy cleaning and have a high attention to detail, effectively prioritizing duties. Good communication skills are necessary, along with the ability to resolve problems efficiently.

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Ledbury

HR8 1HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This will be as per specific job plan and outlined in consultant candidate pack. Please refer to job description attached.

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

• Full Registration with the GMC

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Wolverhampton Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Social Worker, you can be the reason why lives change for the better, helping some of the most vulnerable people gain a brighter future.

With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you can join the multidisciplinary team on a part time basis for 22.5 hours at Aderyn which has a strong emphasis on teamwork and offer a high quality step down service for men with enduring mental health conditions sets a sector-leading example of clear care pathways for service users with a focus on recovery.

As a Social Worker you will manage a complex caseload and be responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and will contribute to ICR meetings, supporting service users to make viable plans for their future.

You report to the Safeguarding Lead, and will manage internal investigations and liaise with home authorities for service users during their admission and discharging process, while enjoying access to a range of training opportunities that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations.

A career at Elysium is one that you can take pride in, knowing that you will be instrumental in helping people to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

As a Social Worker you will be:

• Referrals to LADO and Local Authority in line with safeguarding and assessments
• Educating Hospital staff about relevant safeguarding matters.
• Completing a full annual social care reassessment within the CPA format
• Facilitating access to welfare rights, housing, advocacy services and associated support services
• Participating in 1:1 supervision

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A Social Work degree
• Registered with Social Work England or applied for
• Experience within similar environment
• Experience with working with vulnerable adults

Where you will be working:

Location: Penperlleni, Nr Pontypool, Monmouthshire, Wales NP4 0AH

You will be working at Aderyn, a high quality step down service for men with enduring mental health conditions sets a sector-leading example of clear care pathways for service user with a focus on recovery. As well as a 17 bed rehabilitation unit there is also a 2 bed open rehabilitation cottage.

The unit is situated in a picturesque part of Wales with good transport links. You will working alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide service users with opportunities to improve their independence and prepare for an independent life in the community. Individual and collaborative therapeutic timetables are developed for each patient and individual psychological therapies are offered.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual salary of up to £41,020 FTE Annual Salary Pro Rata £24,612
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A Social Work degree, Registered with Social Work England or applied for, Experience within similar environment, Experience with working with vulnerable adults

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Nr Pontypool

NP4 0AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

First impressions matter. As a Night Receptionist you play a pivotal role in setting the tone for every interaction. You are the first face and first conversation visitors to Farmfield Hospital in Charlwood will experience. Your warm and friendly personality will shine through as you greet and assist staff, visitors and service users.

What you will be doing

In this exciting role at Farmfield Hospital, a service for men 18+ who potentially have a forensic background and enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and challenging behaviours.

Each day brings different challenges and experiences. Working along side the reception team and Night Manager your key responsibilities will be welcoming all visitors in a friendly manner, co-ordinating the diary for meetings and events and efficiently handling telephone calls, emails and post.

Ensuring the safety and security of service users, staff and visitors is a top priority. You’ll oversee visitor sign ins, conduct security checks and manage the distribution of keys and security badges.

There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

Join Farmfield Hospital in creating a positive and secure environment. It’s a career that you can take pride in while enjoying the satisfaction of helping people and seeing them improve. It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

As a Night Receptionist you will be:

• Welcoming all visitors in a friendly manner and ensuring the sign the visitor book.
• Maintaining the upkeep of the reception area & meeting rooms are presentable.
• Managing the diary for meetings, events, training days and therapy sessions.
• Ensuring confidentially and security to the service.
• Receiving and dealing with telephone calls, emails and post.
• Ad hoc administration tasks.
• Managing deliveries.
• Security walk-rounds and night checks.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience
• Computer skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be professional, confident and diplomatic
• GCSE English Language Grade C or above
• Be efficient and enthusiastic
• Awareness of understanding confidentiality and security
• Ability work alongside a team and independently
• Must be welcoming and self-motivated

Where you will be working:

Location: Farmfield Drive, Charlwood, Surrey, RH6 0BN

You will be working at Farmfield Hospital, situated located next to Gatwick.

You’ll be caring for adult men 18+ who potentially have a forensic background and enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and challenging behaviours.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £26,896
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English Language Grade C or above, previous experience, computer skills, communication and interpersonal skills, professional demeanor, and understanding of confidentiality and security.

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Charlwood

RH6 0BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Mental Health Nurse looking for a new opportunity where you will be valued and invested in, with opportunities to develop and grow your career to achieve your goals? Do you want to work in an environment where kindness and teamwork defines your day-to-day? Then join the team at Wellesley Hospital in Wellington and come and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

As an experienced Mental Health Nurse from the NHS or private sector in the UK, you can join a multidisciplinary team that works well together to change lives for the better as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Your career at Elysium will be rewarding and fulfilled, where you can take pride in knowing that you've made a difference. While you're caring for service users, improving their lives and looking out for your colleagues, we'll be looking after you. With Wellbeing support and activities to support your mental health, a range of benefits that can save you money and make a difference, and development to nurture your career.

What you will be doing

As a qualified Mental Health Nurse (RMN), you will ensure men and women with mental health conditions in Mental Health service receive high-quality care, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting positive teamwork.

The wards are busy, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, and a good amount of routine and variety. Your day-to-day will include:

• Providing high-quality, effective and compassionate nursing care to service users
• Being responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care
• Providing mentorship and support to team members
• Observing, recording and reporting all service user changes, and maintaining accurate records of care provided

Skills and knowledge you will have:

• A relevant nursing qualification
• NMC registration
• Strong team-working skills
• A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach
• A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate
• A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice

Where you will be working:

Location: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9FF

You will be working at Wellesley Hospital, a purpose built 101 bed hospital in Wellington (Somerset) for men and women with mental health needs.

There are 6 wards for people with mental health needs and 1 ward for people with Learning Disabilities and Autism.

The Wellesley Hospital built in 2017 works alongside Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Foundation Trust, Cornwall Foundation Trust, 2gether Foundation Trust, and Livewell to deliver the best possible environment for patients with mental health issues.

What you will get:

• At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

  • Annual base salary of £39,239
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future
  • Free/subsidised meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A relevant nursing qualification, NMC registration

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Wellington

TA21 9FF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full job description and further information can be downloaded from the right hand side of this page.

Further Information

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications that reflect the skills and experience required for the role. We aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

If you have any questions about the role, the process, or require adjustments to support your application, please get in touch we are happy to help.

Salary £45,854 to £56,570 per annum dependent on skills and experience

Contract 12 months FTC covering Maternity Leave

Hours per week 37.5 hours per week to be worked over Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:00

Location Remote Working with travel required across the North East region to deliver training and supervision on a regular basis and occasional travel to head office when required.

The units you will need to visit include:

Doncaster, York, Leeds, Bradford, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, South Shields, Nottingham

There will also be some national travel expected on a less regular basis.

Apply now Interested in making a difference? Apply today to join our team.

Values & eligibility All applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Application outcome If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

References & pre-employment checks All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse level 1 / Registered Midwife (practising)
• Educated to level 3 in safeguarding
• Active NMC registration and valid PIN

Desirable

• Leadership role or specialist training in safeguarding

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding practices
• Interpersonal and staff management skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships
• Ability to develop policies, guidelines and projects from initiation to completion

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and risk management
• Ability to perform analysis of incidence and trends

Experience

Essential

• Safeguarding supervision experience and skills
• Teaching experience and skills
• Experience of working across organisational and professional boundaries and monitoring standards of care

Desirable

• Experience of working in sexual and reproductive health

General

Essential

• Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
• Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship.
• Are you aware we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role?
• Please state your Professional body and membership e.g. NMC Midwives (RM)
• Please state your Membership/Registration number along with your expiry/renewal date
• This is a remote working role with weekly travel to our units in the North East region. Can you travel to all units?
• Are you aware that this role is on a 12 month FTC covering maternity leave?
• We are looking to appoint to this role as soon as possible. Could you please confirm your current notice period and, if successful, your earliest possible start date?

Desirable

• Please add any further information/summary you wish to add in support of your application for this 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.

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

British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)

Address

B P A S

123 Thorne Road

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN2 5BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bpas.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

ROLE PURPOSE / SUMMARY

The Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB) is a new organisation formed through the consolidation of three ICB areas in response to the NHSs ambition to deliver a more streamlined, strategic and cost-effective model of health commissioning. The ICB will oversee the commissioning of care for the approximately 2 million people who live in Essex. Operating within a reduced running cost envelope and aligned to the new requirements of ICBs in England, the ICB will focus on improving population health outcomes, health equity and smarter resource allocation.

The Neighbourhood Health Manager supports the coordination and delivery of the Essex Neighbourhood Health Service for specific Multi-neighbourhood area(s). The post holder translates strategic and operational plans into practical delivery, working with local partners to improve access, quality and integration of care. They play a key role in coordinating local initiatives, monitoring performance, and ensuring that delivery activity aligns with the priorities agreed by the Senior Neighbourhood Health Manager.

The role provides local leadership and coordination across primary, community, mental health, social care and voluntary sector partners. The post holder will manage a small team of officers and ensure that local programmes and partnerships deliver tangible improvements in population health outcomes and patient experience.

As the ICB transitions to become a leaner, more focused strategic commissioning organisation the post holder will be expected to support the Senior Neighbourhood Health Manager in delivering on the three fundamental shifts set out in the NHS 10-year plan:

• From Treatment to Prevention: Embedding preventative, personalised and population based approaches to commissioning.
• From Hospital to Community: Championing care model redesign that supports community and neighbourhood health.
• From Analogue to Digital: Enabling clinically driven transformation through digital innovation, data analytics and evidence based improvement.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy and service development

• Support implementation of the Essex Neighbourhood Health Service across defined neighbourhoods.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of local delivery plans aligned with ICB and system priorities.
• Support the introduction of new care models and integrated service pathways.
• Promote prevention, personalization and innovation in service development.
• Ensure community insight and patient voice inform local service planning.
• Ensure compliance with relevant ICB policies
• Use research and innovation to inform service improvements or performance management

Strategy and analysis

• Use of complex health data sets, including those relating to the performance, quality and activity of neighbourhood health services to inform decision making
• Support performance monitoring and reporting to the Senior Neighbourhood Health Manager and relevant governance forums.
• Identify service variation and support the implementation of improvement plans.
• Turning analysis into useful insights that can be used to inform decision making and delivery
• Present complex data, information and insights, including qualitative and quantitative data, through clear and simple written and verbal briefings
• Use of Population Health Management methodologies and tools to inform projects and programmes that will improve outcomes for patients and sustainability of health services
• Contribute to the evaluation of pilots, projects and transformation programmes.

Planning and organisation

• Coordinate delivery of local programmes, projects and improvement initiatives.
• Maintain programme documentation including project plans, risks logs and delivery trackers.
• Develop and deliver project plans relating to Neighbourhood Health Senior Officer, ensuring appropriate governance, risk management, escalations and reporting
• Manages competing priorities, prioritizing own and team resources to effectively deliver on short, medium and longer term priorities
• Ensure accurate reporting and records management
• Prepare reports, dashboards and briefings for boards, committees and stakeholder meetings.

Communications and Partnerships

• Work collaboratively, modelling inclusive, respectful and compassionate leadership
• Able to take account of a broad range of perspectives, including staff, patients and the public, to inform decision making
• Present information and training to large groups
• Build and maintain effective relationships with Primary Care Networks, community providers, local authority teams and VCSE partners.
• Act as a key point of contact for local stakeholders, ensuring smooth coordination across neighbourhood teams.
• Support engagement and communication activities with residents and patient groups.
• Communicate clearly and credibly across a range of professional and organizational boundaries.
• Promote shared accountability and collaboration across partners delivering local services to improve outcomes, reduce inequalities and deliver a sustainable health and care system
• Share complex and challenging information which may relate to service performance or staffing
• Able to manage conflict, find compromise and persuade based on evidence as needed

Financial and resource management

• Support monitoring and reporting of expenditure against neighbourhood delivery budgets.
• Ensure effective use of resources and accuracy of financial information.
• Contribute to preparation of business cases and financial reports.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency, productivity and best value.
• Supports procurement of relevant services

Team management and capability building

• Lead a small team of people, including overseeing recruitment, onboarding, development and performance management of team members
• Set clear objectives and monitor progress to ensure delivery against priorities.
• Support learning, professional development and wellbeing of team members.
• Promote inclusion, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Act as a role model for ICB values and leadership behaviours.
• Support staff through ICB transition, including the development of teams to deliver on new ICB portfolios as agreed through transition
• Support the effective transition of relevant functions to new portfolios within or beyond the ICB to support the new NHS operating model, in line with the requirements of the Model ICB Blueprint
• Work collaboratively with system partners to facilitate transitional arrangements
• Maintain a focus on quality, safety and affordability during transition
• Supporting effective Information Asset Management for the team

Other

• Able to use initiative and work independently as needed to deliver on requirements of the role
• Primarily desk-based work that requires use of visual display units, focused concentration and frequent participation in on-line or in person meetings
• Able to use software required to develop report, including ability to deliver high quality documents through Microsoft suite (word, power point, excel)

Flexibility and evolving responsibilities

As the ICB continues to evolve, portfolios may be subject to change to reflect the needs of the organization, the health and care system and national policy direction. This may include adjustments to areas of responsibility or realignment of reporting structures.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

• Senior Neighbourhood Health Manager
• Head of Place
• Other Neighbourhood Health Senior Officers
• Population Health, Digital, Finance and Communications teams
• Quality, Workforce and Governance colleagues
• Primary Care and Community Commissioning teams

External:

• Primary Care Network Clinical Directors and practice teams
• Community and Mental Health provider leads
• Local Authority Public Health and Adult Social Care teams
• Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) partners
• Patient participation groups
• Local neighbourhood boards and partnership forums

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level (relevant focus) or equivalent managerial experience
• Evidence of sustained commitment to continuing professional development

People and Culture

Essential

• Experience in leading and motivating teams, including recognising and promoting talent, as well as appropriately dealing with under performance, when necessary
• Evidence of compassionate leadership and experience in promoting diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity
• A commitment to continuous improvement, organisation learning and achieving positive outcomes for all staff, patients, service users and carers working in line with the NHS People Promise

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working at a senior level in a relevant healthcare environment (NHS or other)
• Experience of leading and managing project in relevant commissioning functions as outlined in the ICB model blueprint
• Experience of managing sensitive situations with staff and stakeholders
• Experience managing complex and often confidential information, including supporting responses to media and political inquiries
• Experience of delivering complex and contentious change and transformation projects
• Knowledge of the health, care and local government landscape, including relevant legislation, policies and guidance, and an understanding of the social determinants of public health
• Experience managing budgets to deliver corporate requirements and within health and care financial frameworks
• Uses technology to effectively plan work and evaluate effectiveness through audits

Strategy and Analysis

Essential

• A good understanding of current health and social care national aims and policy, and other determinants that impact on healthcare provision
• Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex problems, ability to recognise policy implications and how to manage potential competing priorities / interests in developing strategies
• Good data analysis and interpretation skills involving highly complex data, including an understanding of analytical methods and how to use data to support Population Health Management
• Able to translate complex information into clear communications for a range of audiences, including to deliver effective reports to senior leadership
• Experience scoping and delivering effective evaluations of projects and interventions, including understanding relevant data and evaluation tools and methods for formal and informal evaluations
• Experience using proven programme service development and project management methodologies to ensure delivery
• Enthusiasm for and experience of championing the critical role of technology and digitalisation in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery and associated outcomes
• Able to use research and innovation effectively to improve outcomes

Partnership and Communities

Essential

• Experience working across organisational boundaries in the development and delivery of projects
• Able to represent the organisation credibly and positively in internal and external meetings
• Experience working on projects that require cross- organisational collaboration, and an understanding of the concept and aims of whole-system working
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills, challenging within areas of responsibility and escalating appropriately where necessary

Governance and Assurance

Essential

• Experience delivering projects that require collective decision-making and how to negotiate success in those situations
• A good understanding effective corporate governance and the route for decision making within the ICB

Personal Attributes and Values

Essential

• Personal commitment to the values of the NHS 10-year Plan, the NHS People Plan, the Nolan Principles, to championing equality, diversity and inclusion within the ICB and the wider health system

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Essex Integrated Care Board

Address

Seax House

Victoria Road South

Chelmsford

Essex

CM1 1QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities:

Reception

• Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice, including recording visits by visitors and checking their identification details
• Receiving and routing of patients consulting with members of the practice team
• Using Care Navigation skills to signpost patients to other relevant services
• Checking patient identification details
• Deal with all general enquiries and explain procedures to patients and their families
• Advise patients of relevant charges for private (non General Medical Services) services, accept payment and issue receipts for same.
• Patient notes and correspondence: retrieve and re-file paper records as required, ensuring strict alphabetical order is adhered to
• Arrange urgent transport for patients attending secondary care services
• Liaise with District Nursing, Health Visiting and other Primary Health Care Team services as requested
• Liaise with reception or other colleagues regarding unresolved or urgent problems
• Record messages (using the computerised practice note or email system as appropriate) for doctors, nurses and administrative staff.
• Helping new reception staff: induction, training and support to agreed standards

Administration

• To have a thorough knowledge of all practice procedures.
• To work in accordance with written protocols
• Printing notes summaries for home visits
• Prepare lists for all surgeries and clinics held as required
• Fax and photocopy as requested
• Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover and ensure procedures are completed
• Maximising Practice income from current QOF, LES, DES, commissioning contracts, etc
• Comply with information governance procedures

Appointments

• Process appointment requests from patients for current and future sessions by telephone and in person
• Deal with home visit requests. Enter requests for home visits onto the visit screen in EMIS, ensuring careful recording of all relevant details and where necessary refer to duty doctor
• Using your own judgment and communication skills ensure that patients with no prior appointment but who need urgent consultation are seen in a logical and non-disruptive manner

Computer

• Familiarity with the Emis web computer system, as well as Clarity TeamNet and any other systems used by the practice
• Liaise with IT for any computer issues
• Registrations of new patients
• Process patients change of address on their records (have knowledge of practice area).
• Action repeat prescription requests (by phone, on paper and online) in accordance with practice procedures and ensure that they are ready for collection by the patient within 48 hours of ordering
• Enter patient information on to the computer as required.
• Scanning letters and documents onto the system in line with practice procedures
• Undertake deduction and amendment requests

Telephone

• Have working knowledge of telephone system, during and after hours.
• Cover for secretary when necessary
• Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery

Other Tasks

• Tidy after surgeries
• Ensure building security have thorough knowledge of doors/windows/alarm.
• Premises:

o Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive, de-activate alarm and make all necessary preparations to receive patients.

o When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the building is totally secured, internal lights are off and the alarm activated.

• Deal with complaints in accordance with practice complaints procedure
• Make drinks for partners and staff and ensure the kitchen is kept clean and tidy
• Being flexible with the working hours
• Deputising for other colleagues during annual or sickness leave
• Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Partners or the practice manager or practice administrator or reception supervisor.

The above list of duties is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as deemed necessary.

Confidentiality:

• In the course of 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, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will 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
• Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)
• 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 recognizes 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

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 recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognize 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 audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of 2 years Reception / Customer Service AND administration experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice
• Experience of working in primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education - GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths
• General clerical skills
• Computer literate
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of GP Practice working
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience of EMIS

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

Leven & Beeford Medical Practice

Address

29 High Stile

Leven

Beverley

HU17 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the role, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the supporting documents attached or click Apply Now to view the vacancy on Trac.

We are offering a total of 37 programmed activities (sessions) across our acute and crisis services. These will be allocated through a collaborative preferencing process, allowing successful applicants to help shape a role that aligns with their interests, skills and career aspirations:

Maple Ward - 10 sessions Dovedale 2 Ward - 7 sessions Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team - 10 sessions

We are committed to ensuring our colleagues have the resources and support they need to thrive. Successful applicants will benefit from dedicated office accommodation, comprehensive IT and administrative support, and access to:

Full secretarial support Email and internet access A Trust-issued laptop and mobile phone Any reasonable adjustments required to support you in your role

Join us and you'll become part of a forward-thinking organisation that values flexibility, supports professional development, and empowers clinicians to deliver exceptional care while achieving a positive work-life balance.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice.
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register or eligibility for inclusion.
• Certificate of Completion of Training in Psychiatry (Higher trainees should be within six months of attainment at the time of the interview) or CESR equivalent.
• Section 12 (2) MHA 1983 approved.
• Approved Clinician (AC) status / eligibility to be on the AC register.

Desirable

• MRCPsych or equivalent.
• MD, Other professional qualification (e.g. MSc)
• Coaching training
• Leadership training

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Adult Psychiatry including working within a community and/or inpatient service.
• Experience of leading a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
• Evidence of experience in medical audit and understanding of principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist in a community or inpatient mental health team.
• Experience leading a community mental health service.
• Teaching/presentation experience (e.g., conference presentation, EBM, research experience) to a range of audiences.
• Experience networking and building collaborative working relationships across a range of stakeholders / other clinical specialisms to improve patient care pathways and experience.

Experience

Essential

• Collaborative, inclusive and service user focused approach to assessment and formulation / diagnosis in a community setting.
• Clear, evidence-based approach to risk assessment & management.
• Ability to appraise complex, multi-faceted information from various sources and bring together into a shared, coherent understanding.
• Creative and collaborative approach to planning and delivering interventions and care plans.
• Strong, compassionate leadership skills.
• Ability to supervise and proactively lead junior staff.
• Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
• Trauma informed clinical approach.

Desirable

• Knowledge of best practice and evidence relating to General Adult Psychiatry
• Experience of involvement in service development.
• Leadership training / knowledge.
• Performance / governance focused and interested.
• Practical experience of research.
• Aligned to the Trust's mission and committed to its values.

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various Sites

Centre court

Sheffield

S4 7QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

These positions are based at the John Radcliffe and Churchill Hospitals based in Headington, Oxford. It is roughly three miles from the city centre, with exceptional public transport to and from the hospital as well as onsite parking. If you already live locally the hospital is easily commutable from towns such as Bicester, Didcot, Abingdon and Wantage If you live further afield and you are considering relocating for this position, the recruitment team will be happy to assist you with help and advice on relocating. In addition, we actively welcome applications from Nurses who are overseas. Oxford is well known for its university but aside from being drenched in academic history, its city centre has recently undergone redevelopment including a new shopping centre and a selection of new bars and restaurant. It can confidently claim to have something for everyone!

Person Specification

Offline Shortlist

Essential

• Add "2" for interview "0" for rejected

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Headington

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clerical Duties (Summary)

Reception Cover

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to clinical staff and patients, including diary management, correspondence, and general admin tasks.
• Prioritise and process incoming post, ensuring urgent items are actioned promptly, especially in the absence of clinical staff.
• Add new referrals to the EPR waiting list within 24 hours and forward for clinical triage as needed.
• Maintain accurate filing systems for letters, reports, test results, and other patient notes in both paper and electronic formats.
• Update patient and GP details on EPR and other Trust systems as required.
• Respond to queries from referrers, patients, and others, providing reassurance and solutions by liaising with clinical staff and explaining basic medical procedures when necessary.
• Work closely with departmental colleagues and provide cover during sickness or holidays as appropriate.
• Attend Departmental meetings and training as required to ensure that you maintain an up-to date working knowledge of service and trust procedures.
• Be flexible in your approach to work, such as covering other job roles at an appropriate grade or site, and to include varying working hours to ensure the service maintains a minimum level of cover during its core hours of 08:00 to 17:00.
• Respond to communication and queries including email, face to face and over the telephone in a timely manner.
• Use the Trust IT systems (for example EPR, PACS, ScanIt) to register patients, make up a set of patient notes, make outpatient appointments, produce end of treatment letters, ensure that details are correct, check in / check of outpatient appointments as instructed and manage electronic referrals.
• Demonstrate high levels of customer care and be an ambassador for customer care within the Trust and department.
• Act in a manner aligned to our Trust Values and consistently demonstrate the behaviours that will ensure we achieve our ambition of delivering compassionate excellence.

Person Specification

Experience & Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Evidence of positive approach to working in complex environments
• Keen to further own training and development

Desirable

• Familiarity with NHS performance

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of Education with a minimum of 5 'C' grade GCSE's (inc English Language and Maths)
• Computer Literate
• High standard of spoken and written English

Desirable

• Administrative experience

Work Values

Essential

• Excellent customer care and communication
• Ability to adapt communication style as required
• Excellent attention to detail
• Hard working with a motivated enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to work independently and within a 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Horton General Hospital

Oxford Road

Banbury

OX16 9AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

The Healthcare Assistant and GP Assistant will work as an important member of the practice team supporting the delivery of high quality patient care and the effective day to day running of the practice

The role combines clinical Healthcare Assistant responsibilities with GP Assistant reception and administrative duties The post holder will work under appropriate clinical supervision and within their level of training and competency They will be expected to work flexibly according to patient and practice needs

Clinical Responsibilities

The post holder will undertake appropriately delegated clinical duties which may include phlebotomy and preparation of samples blood pressure and pulse monitoring height weight and body mass index measurements electrocardiogram recording urinalysis health checks and basic health and lifestyle observations

The post holder may support long term condition monitoring including diabetes cardiovascular and respiratory reviews by undertaking appropriate observations and tests

Depending on experience training and competency the role may also include wound care dressings removal of sutures or clips and other appropriately delegated clinical procedures

The post holder will prepare patients and clinical rooms for examinations assist clinicians with procedures provide chaperoning when required recognise and escalate abnormal observations or concerns and accurately record clinical information in the patient record

GP Assistant Responsibilities

The post holder will support GPs and other clinicians with appropriately delegated tasks This may include preparing patients for review obtaining relevant observations supporting routine patient related administrative tasks processing appropriate correspondence and documentation arranging follow up appointments investigations or reviews as directed and communicating routine information to patients

The post holder will also support recall and monitoring systems help coordinate patient care and ensure agreed actions are completed

Reception and Administrative Responsibilities

As part of a small practice team the post holder will provide reception and administrative support This will include greeting and assisting patients answering telephone calls booking cancelling and amending appointments processing patient requests and directing patients to the appropriate service or member of the team

The role may also include processing administrative tasks and correspondence scanning filing accurately recording information supporting recall monitoring and follow up processes and providing general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the practice

Clinical Rooms Equipment and Stock

The post holder will help maintain safe organised and effective clinical areas Responsibilities will include preparing and maintaining clinical rooms ensuring equipment and consumables are available monitoring stock levels and expiry dates requesting or ordering stock cleaning clinical equipment and reporting equipment faults or concerns promptly

Infection Prevention and Control

The post holder will follow practice infection prevention and control policies and procedures including appropriate hand hygiene use of protective equipment safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps cleaning of equipment and maintaining appropriate standards within clinical areas

Safeguarding

The post holder will complete appropriate safeguarding training remain alert to potential safeguarding concerns follow practice safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns promptly to the appropriate clinician or safeguarding lead

Patient Safety

The post holder will follow practice policies procedures and clinical protocols recognise the limits of their role and seek advice when required They will escalate abnormal clinical observations and urgent concerns appropriately maintain accurate and timely patient records and report incidents near misses and patient safety concerns

Communication and Teamwork

The post holder will communicate professionally and compassionately with patients carers and colleagues and work collaboratively with GPs healthcare professionals reception and administrative colleagues

They will contribute positively to the practice team attend relevant meetings and training communicate concerns promptly and treat patients colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect

Confidentiality and Information Governance

The post holder will maintain the confidentiality of patient staff and practice information Patient information must only be accessed where there is a legitimate work related reason and all information must be handled in accordance with relevant practice and information governance requirements

Health and Safety

The post holder will comply with practice health and safety policies and take reasonable care of their own safety and that of colleagues patients and visitors Hazards accidents incidents and faulty equipment must be reported promptly

Equality Diversity and Dignity

The post holder will support the practice's commitment to equality diversity and inclusion and treat all patients carers visitors and colleagues fairly and with dignity and respect

Training and Development

The post holder will participate in induction mandatory training competency assessments and ongoing development relevant to the role Training and support may be provided to develop additional Healthcare Assistant and GP Assistant skills according to practice needs and the experience of the successful candidate

The post holder must not undertake a clinical procedure independently until appropriately trained and assessed as competent where required

Quality Improvement

The post holder will contribute to maintaining and improving the quality of patient care This may include participating in audits monitoring programmes patient safety initiatives and service improvement activities

General Responsibilities

The post holder will work flexibly according to the needs of the practice maintain professional standards follow relevant practice policies and procedures maintain accurate records participate in appraisal and training and undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the level and nature of the role

This job description provides an outline of the main responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive Duties may change according to the needs of the practice developments within primary care and the skills and competencies of the post holder

All clinical duties must be undertaken within the post holder's training competence and scope of practice and under appropriate clinical supervision

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English and Maths or equivalent
• Relevant healthcare experience or a recognised Healthcare Assistant Healthcare Support Worker or equivalent qualification
• Willingness to undertake training and competency assessments relevant to the role
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Desirable

• Healthcare related qualification at Level Two or Level Three or equivalent
• Phlebotomy training and competency
• Training in electrocardiograms NHS Health Checks wound care or long term condition monitoring
• Care Certificate or equivalent healthcare training
• Previous training or qualification relevant to general practice or primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English and Maths or equivalent
• Relevant healthcare experience or a recognised Healthcare Assistant Healthcare Support Worker or equivalent qualification
• Willingness to undertake training and competency assessments relevant to the role
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Desirable

• Healthcare related qualification at Level Two or Level Three or equivalent
• Phlebotomy training and competency
• Training in electrocardiograms NHS Health Checks wound care or long term condition monitoring
• Care Certificate or equivalent healthcare training
• Previous training or qualification relevant to general practice or primary care

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working in a healthcare or patient facing environment
• Experience communicating effectively with patients and members of the public
• Experience working as part of a team
• Experience maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information
• Experience using computer systems and accurately recording information
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work effectively in a busy environment

Desirable

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant GP Assistant or Healthcare Support Worker
• Previous experience working within general practice or primary care
• Experience and competency in phlebotomy
• Experience undertaking blood pressure monitoring electrocardiograms NHS Health Checks and long term condition observations
• Experience of wound care and dressings
• Experience using EMIS Web or another clinical system
• Experience of reception or administrative work within a healthcare setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Yellow Practice

Address

Rodney Road

Walton-on-thames

Surrey

KT12 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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