Job description

Job responsibilities

About Us

DrPA has been operating in secure environments since 2014 providing General Practitioner services and we are now growing to provide a complete healthcare service at Campsfield IRC by NHS England. This will be delivered directly or through a range of specialist partners who are experts in their field. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE:

Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive

Assurance that care is evidence-based & demonstrates high quality outcomes for our patients

Respectful of peoples cultural and religious beliefs

Empowerment We centre each resident by co-creating holistic care plans that treat their needs and equip them to self-manage their wellbeing.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced General Practitioner (GP) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team within a secure prison environment. The role involves delivering high-quality primary care services to a diverse patient population

As a GP in a prison setting, you will play a vital role in improving health outcomes for individuals who may have complex health and social care needs. Your work will help reduce health inequalities and ensure continuity of care in a challenging but rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full GP services including consultations, clinical assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and referrals.
• Manage chronic diseases, acute presentations, and mental health conditions.
• Contribute to the management of substance misuse and support detox pathways.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, mental health professionals, pharmacists, and external healthcare providers.
• Participate in clinical audits, risk assessments, and safeguarding processes.
• Maintain comprehensive clinical records using the prisons electronic health record system.
• Take part in clinical governance activities and support continuous quality improvement

Requirements:

Essential:

• Fully qualified GP with current GMC registration and licence to practise.
• Performers list registration
• Experience in primary care, with sound clinical decision-making and patient management skills.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and healthcare delivery in secure environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working in prison healthcare, secure units, or with vulnerable populations.
• Additional qualifications in substance misuse, mental health, or sexual health.
• Knowledge of relevant NHS and prison healthcare policies and procedures.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check & CTC Clearance

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.

This post will require the holder to undertake and successfully complete the Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC) process.

Please note, in order to apply, all applicants need to have been living in the United Kingdom (with residency in the UK, such as UK/Irish/EU Passport, or an Indefinite Leave to Remain Visa) for the last 5 years with no more than a 28 day break being outside of the UK and no gaps in employment during this time.

EMAIL CV TO: [email protected]

Shortlisted candidates will be asked for RTW, DBS/CTC consent and references.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in primary care, with sound clinical decision-making and patient management skills.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and healthcare delivery in secure environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• Experience working in prison healthcare, secure units, or with vulnerable populations.
• Additional qualifications in substance misuse, mental health, or sexual health.
• Knowledge of relevant NHS and prison healthcare policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with current GMC registration and licence to practise.
• Performers list 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

DoctorPA Secure LTD

Address

HMP Channings Wood

Denbury

Newton Abbot

Devon

TQ12 6DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached.

If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person Specification

Qu

Essential

• Good standard of general Education including English Language, maths of GCSE or equivalent

Desirable

• Customer Care Training or similar
• Formal secretarial/senior administration training
• NVQ2 or equivalent plus relevant experience

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate from previous employment history evidence of job related achievements and success
• Experience/ Knowledge of the 18 week pathway

Desirable

• Good insight into the importance of NHS performance and quality standards
• NHS experience in an Acute Trust
• Previous experience of using databases

Supporting Information

Essential

• Well written Supporting Information with good examples of skills

Desirable

• Ability to analyse complex situations and make appropriate decisions

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

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Us

DrPA has been operating in secure environments since 2014 providing General Practitioner services and we are now growing to provide a complete healthcare service at Campsfield IRC by NHS England. This will be delivered directly or through a range of specialist partners who are experts in their field. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE:

Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive

Assurance that care is evidence-based & demonstrates high quality outcomes for our patients

Respectful of peoples cultural and religious beliefs

Empowerment We centre each resident by co-creating holistic care plans that treat their needs and equip them to self-manage their wellbeing.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced General Practitioner (GP) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team within a secure prison environment. The role involves delivering high-quality primary care services to a diverse patient population

As a GP in a prison setting, you will play a vital role in improving health outcomes for individuals who may have complex health and social care needs. Your work will help reduce health inequalities and ensure continuity of care in a challenging but rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full GP services including consultations, clinical assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and referrals.
• Manage chronic diseases, acute presentations, and mental health conditions.
• Contribute to the management of substance misuse and support detox pathways.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, mental health professionals, pharmacists, and external healthcare providers.
• Participate in clinical audits, risk assessments, and safeguarding processes.
• Maintain comprehensive clinical records using the prisons electronic health record system.
• Take part in clinical governance activities and support continuous quality improvement

Requirements:

Essential:

• Fully qualified GP with current GMC registration and licence to practise.
• Performers list registration
• Experience in primary care, with sound clinical decision-making and patient management skills.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and healthcare delivery in secure environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working in prison healthcare, secure units, or with vulnerable populations.
• Additional qualifications in substance misuse, mental health, or sexual health.
• Knowledge of relevant NHS and prison healthcare policies and procedures.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check & CTC Clearance

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.

This post will require the holder to undertake and successfully complete the Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC) process.

Please note, in order to apply, all applicants need to have been living in the United Kingdom (with residency in the UK, such as UK/Irish/EU Passport, or an Indefinite Leave to Remain Visa) for the last 5 years with no more than a 28 day break being outside of the UK and no gaps in employment during this time.

EMAIL CV TO: [email protected]

Shortlisted candidates will be asked for RTW, DBS/CTC consent and references.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in primary care, with sound clinical decision-making and patient management skills.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and healthcare delivery in secure environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• Experience working in prison healthcare, secure units, or with vulnerable populations.
• Additional qualifications in substance misuse, mental health, or sexual health.
• Knowledge of relevant NHS and prison healthcare policies and procedures

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with current GMC registration and licence to practise.
• Performers list 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

DoctorPA Secure LTD

Address

HMP Aylesbury

Bierton Road

Aylesbury

Buckinghamshire

HP20 1EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Care Navigator is the first point of contact for patients accessing the practice. The post holder will provide a professional, efficient and compassionate reception and administrative service while ensuring patients are directed to the most appropriate clinician or service.

The Care Navigator will contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the practice by managing telephone calls, welcoming patients, processing administrative requests, responding to emails and carrying out tasks allocated by GPs and the wider clinical team.

The post holder will always maintain patient confidentiality and deliver an excellent standard of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Services

• Welcome patients and visitors in a professional, friendly and courteous manner.
• Provide a high standard of customer service at all times.
• Register new patients in accordance with practice procedures.
• Book, amend and cancel appointments using the clinical system.
• Assist patients with online services where appropriate.
• Ensure patient queries are dealt with promptly or directed to the appropriate member of staff.

Telephone Duties

• Answer incoming telephone calls efficiently and professionally.
• Navigate patients to the most appropriate clinician or healthcare service based on practice protocols.
• Deal with patient enquiries sensitively and accurately.
• Take clear and accurate messages where required.

Administrative Duties

• Process incoming emails and correspondence.
• Complete administrative tasks assigned by GPs, nurses and other clinicians.
• Process repeat prescription requests in line with practice procedures.
• Scan and accurately code clinical documents.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post.
• File and retrieve patient records when required.
• Maintain accurate patient information on the clinical system.

Care Navigation

• Support patients to access the right healthcare professional or external service.
• Signpost patients to community, pharmacy, self-care or NHS services where appropriate.
• Follow practice protocols when directing urgent or emergency cases.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with GDPR, NHS guidance and practice policies.
• Work collaboratively with all members of the practice team.
• Assist with the training and support of new staff where appropriate.
• Participate in team meetings and mandatory training.
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming reception environment.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.

Health and Safety

The post holder must:

• Follow all Health and Safety legislation and practice policies.
• Report accidents, incidents and hazards promptly.
• Participate in fire safety and emergency procedures.

Confidentiality

The post holder will have access to confidential information relating to patients and staff and must maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with GDPR, the Data Protection Act, NHS Confidentiality Code of Practice and practice policies.

Equality and Diversity

The post holder will treat all patients, visitors and colleagues with dignity and respect, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion at all times.

Safeguarding

The post holder is responsible for recognising and reporting safeguarding concerns relating to children and vulnerable adults in accordance with practice procedures.

Person Specification

Care Navigation

Essential

• -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• -Friendly, approachable and professional manner
• -Excellent customer service skills
• -Ability to remain calm under pressure
• -Good organisational and time management skills
• -Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
• -Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
• -Ability to prioritise workload
• -Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• -Good standard of literacy and numeracy
• -GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Desirable

• -Experience working in a GP practice or NHS setting
• -Knowledge of EMIS Web
• -Knowledge of Care Navigation principles
• -Knowledge of NHS services and referral pathways

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

Priory Medical Centre

Address

The Priory Medical Centre

Belmont Grove

Liverpool

L6 4EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title

Ambulance Care Assistant (ACA)

Various locations across Devon, Cornwall and surrounding areas (travel required)

As an Ambulance Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality, compassionate, non-emergency patient transport services to patients of all ages and abilities. Working as part of a two-person crew, you will safely transport patients between hospitals, healthcare facilities, care homes and their own homes whilst maintaining the highest standards of patient care, dignity and professionalism.

This rewarding role requires excellent communication skills, empathy, resilience and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. You will often be supporting vulnerable patients who may have mobility issues, disabilities, learning difficulties or mental health conditions, ensuring they feel safe, comfortable and reassured throughout their journey.

No two days are the same, making this an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy helping others and working in a varied environment.

• Deliver compassionate, safe and person-centred care to all patients.
• Ensure patients are treated with dignity, respect and compassion at all times.
• Assist patients with boarding and leaving vehicles safely.
• Support patients with mobility needs using appropriate equipment.
• Monitor patients during transportation and respond appropriately to changes in condition.
• Provide reassurance to anxious or vulnerable patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Safeguard vulnerable adults and children in accordance with safeguarding policies.
• Recognise deterioration in patient condition and escalate concerns appropriately.

• Safely transport patients to and from hospitals, clinics, treatment centres, care homes and residential addresses.
• Ensure journeys are completed safely and efficiently.
• Assist with hospital admissions, discharges and inter-facility transfers.
• Secure wheelchairs, stretchers and other equipment correctly.
• Ensure vehicles remain clean, safe and roadworthy.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections.
• Report vehicle defects promptly.
• Maintain accurate journey records and documentation.

Subject to training and competency:

• Record basic patient observations.
• Use moving and handling equipment safely.
• Apply infection prevention and control procedures.
• Assist patients requiring oxygen during transport (where trained).
• Maintain clinical equipment in a clean and operational condition.
• Report clinical incidents through the appropriate reporting systems.

• Build positive relationships with patients, relatives and carers.
• Communicate effectively with hospitals, GP surgeries and healthcare professionals.
• Liaise with ambulance control regarding journey updates.
• Maintain professional communication with colleagues.
• Demonstrate empathy and understanding during difficult situations.

• Complete daily vehicle checks.
• Ensure vehicles are stocked with required equipment.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness.
• Refuel vehicles as required.
• Report defects immediately.
• Ensure safe use of emergency and non-emergency equipment.

• Work in accordance with Health and Safety legislation.
• Follow manual handling guidance.
• Wear appropriate PPE.
• Report accidents and near misses.
• Maintain safe working practices.
• Follow infection prevention procedures.
• Complete mandatory health and safety training.

• Complete electronic or paper patient records accurately.
• Maintain journey documentation.
• Record incidents and accidents promptly.
• Complete vehicle check documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR.

• Maintain professional appearance.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Attend mandatory training.
• Participate in annual appraisals.
• Maintain competence through continuous professional development.
• Work flexibly to meet service demands.
• Support new staff where appropriate.

You will work closely with:

• Ambulance Care Assistants
• Emergency Care Assistants
• Ambulance Technicians
• Paramedics
• Operations Managers
• NHS Trust staff
• Hospital discharge teams
• Ward staff
• Care homes
• GP surgeries
• Community healthcare teams
• Patients and their families

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Background in healthcare,
• Full UK driving license,
• Able to lift,
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.

Desirable

• First aid at work,
• First response in emergency care (Level 3 / 4)

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

Alliance Pioneer Group

Address

Hawthorne House

25 Darklake View

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 7TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://alliance-pioneer.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• FRCEM or equivalent
• You must be on the specialist register for Emergency Medicine AND Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK. In accordance with the regulations, all other categories of Doctors must be eligible to be on the GMC specialist register (evidence required prior to commencement) to be considered for a consultant appointment by the Advisory Appointments Committee
• Applicants must continue to hold a Licence to Practise
• Valid ALS or equivalent
• Valid ATLS or equivalent
• Valid EPALS/APLS or equivalent

Desirable

• Relevant higher degree

Experience and Achievements

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in the management of all aspects of Emergency Medicine
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on range of problems within the specialty
• Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions

Desirable

• Wide based experience in Emergency Medicine
• Attendance at a recognised management course
• Evidence of efficient management of resources (people, finance and materials) in a challenging, complex and fast moving environment

Teaching and training

Essential

• Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff or AHPs

Desirable

• Formal qualification in teaching/education
• Training in clinical and educational supervision
• Attendance at a teaching course
• Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications

Audit and Research

Essential

• Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects and the implementation of outcomes

Desirable

• Evidence of knowledge of research methodology
• Critical Appraisal Skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Experience

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

Gwanwyn Ward C5 West Royal Gwent Hospital

Cardiff Road

Newport

NP20 2UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Medication Initiation

The post holder will:

• Undertake medication initiation consultations with patients following an ADHD diagnosis.
• Review the patient's diagnostic assessment, clinical history and agreed treatment recommendations before initiating medication.
• Confirm that appropriate baseline physical health observations and other required pre-treatment checks have been completed.
• Provide patients with clear information regarding medication use, monitoring requirements and when to seek clinical advice.
• Discuss available medication options with patients, including expected benefits, potential side effects, risks and alternatives.
• Support shared decision-making and ensure patients are appropriately involved in decisions regarding their treatment.
• Initiate ADHD medication within their professional competence and prescribing authority and in accordance with the service prescribing protocol.
• Clearly document prescribing decisions and treatment plans within the patient's clinical record.

Medication Titration and Review

The post holder will:

• Undertake scheduled medication titration appointments.
• Review treatment effectiveness and changes in ADHD symptoms.
• Assess and document medication side effects and tolerability.
• Review blood pressure, pulse, weight and other relevant physical health monitoring.
• Adjust medication doses where clinically appropriate and within the agreed prescribing protocol.
• Consider alternative medication options where treatment is ineffective or poorly tolerated, escalating where appropriate.
• Ensure patients understand their medication and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Identify when a patient requires additional clinical review or escalation.
• Work towards achieving an effective and well-tolerated treatment regimen for each patient.
• Maintain clear clinical records of all medication reviews and prescribing decisions.

Prescribing and Medicines Management

The post holder will:

• Prescribe safely and within their professional scope of practice.
• Work in accordance with relevant ADHD prescribing guidance, service protocols and controlled drug requirements.
• Review medication interactions, contraindications, allergies and relevant clinical history before prescribing.
• Maintain appropriate standards for controlled drug prescribing and documentation.
• Identify and manage medication-related risks.
• Report and escalate medication incidents, adverse effects and other patient safety concerns in accordance with service procedures.
• Maintain awareness of relevant national and local prescribing guidance.
• Support safe transfer of prescribing arrangements back to local Practices when patients reach an appropriate stage of treatment.

Patient Care and Communication

The post holder will:

• Deliver person-centred consultations that recognise the communication needs of people with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions.
• Adapt communication approaches to maximise patient understanding and engagement.
• Provide clear explanations regarding medication, titration and monitoring.
• Encourage shared decision-making throughout treatment.
• Recognise barriers that may affect a patient's ability to engage with medication monitoring or treatment.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Ensure reasonable adjustments are considered where required.

Clinical Risk and Safeguarding

The post holder will:

• Identify and respond appropriately to clinical risk arising during consultations.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and follow IFH safeguarding and escalation procedures.
• Assess relevant mental and physical health risks associated with ADHD medication.
• Recognise presentations that fall outside their competence or the scope of the service and escalate appropriately.
• Seek advice from the Clinical Lead where required.

Clinical Governance

The post holder will:

• Work within IFH clinical governance arrangements, policies, pathways and SOPs.
• Work in accordance with applicable Focus Sussex and SPFT clinical pathways and prescribing protocols.
• Participate in clinical supervision and multidisciplinary case discussion as required.
• Participate in clinical audit, quality assurance and service evaluation.
• Contribute to incident reviews and learning where appropriate.
• Maintain all professional registration, competencies and mandatory training required for the role.

Multidisciplinary Working

The Clinical Pharmacist will work collaboratively with:

• The ADHD Clinical Lead.
• GPs with an Extended Role in ADHD.
• Other ADHD prescribing clinicians.
• Service Delivery Manager
• Mental health and other healthcare professionals within the pathway.
• ADHD Service Navigators.
• GP practices.
• SPFT and other partner organisations where appropriate.

The post holder will contribute to multidisciplinary discussion and escalation of patients whose clinical needs require additional review.

Service Development

As the Focus Sussex ADHD Service is a developing service, the post holder will be expected to contribute positively to its ongoing development.

This may include:

• Providing feedback on medication pathways and clinical processes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve patient safety and experience.
• Supporting development and review of prescribing processes.
• Contributing to audit and quality improvement.
• Supporting consistent clinical practice across the service.
• Participating in service meetings and pathway development where appropriate.

The scope of the service may evolve during the pilot, and reasonable changes to responsibilities may therefore be required following discussion with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• The post holder must:
• Be a qualified pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Be a qualified Independent Prescriber.
• Maintain appropriate professional registration throughout their engagement with the service.
• Have appropriate professional indemnity arrangements.
• Experience of prescribing and managing medicines within a clinical environment.
• Experience undertaking patient-facing medication reviews.
• Strong knowledge of medicines optimisation and safe prescribing.
• Understanding of physical health monitoring associated with medication.
• Ability to assess medication effectiveness, side effects, interactions and contraindications.
• Experience working autonomously within professional scope while recognising when escalation is required.
• Experience maintaining high-quality clinical records.
• Confidence using electronic clinical systems including SystmOne & EMIS.
• Effective multidisciplinary working.
• An understanding of different communication needs and the ability to adapt communication approaches to maximise patient engagement.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with patients with ADHD or other neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Experience prescribing or reviewing ADHD medication.
• Knowledge of stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD medications.
• Experience of controlled drug prescribing.
• Experience working within primary care.
• Experience working within an ADHD, mental health or neurodevelopmental service.
• Experience of clinical audit or quality improvement.
• Experience contributing to development of new clinical services or pathways.
• Previous experience undertaking ADHD diagnostic assessments would be welcomed but is not an essential requirement for the core medication-focused 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

Integrated Family Healthcare

Address

Marlborough House

19-21 Warrior Square

St. Leonards on Sea

East Sussex

TN37 6BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality, patient-centred nursing care within the practice, supporting the delivery of primary care services, chronic disease management, health promotion, and treatment room services.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and efficient care for the practice population.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients within the practice setting
• Lead and contribute to chronic disease management clinics (e.g. diabetes, COPD, asthma), in line with local and national guidelines
• Undertake cervical cytology (smear tests) in accordance with national screening programmes
• Administer immunisations and vaccinations in line with current protocols and Patient Group Directions (PGDs)
• Provide wound care, dressings, and a full range of treatment room services
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care

• Promote health and wellbeing through patient education and lifestyle advice
• Support national and local health promotion initiatives
• Encourage patients to engage in self-care and preventative health programmes

• Act in accordance with infection prevention and control policies
• Maintain a safe clinical environment for patients and staff
• Participate in audits and compliance activities where required

• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and legally compliant clinical records
• Use clinical systems (e.g. EMIS) effectively to support patient care
• Contribute to data collection and quality improvement initiatives (e.g. QOF)

• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
• Participate in practice meetings and contribute to service development

• Maintain active NMC registration and adhere to the NMC Code
• Engage in continuing professional development (CPD)
• Participate in appraisal and revalidation processes
• Work within own scope of competence and seek support when required

• Participate in a structured induction programme
• Engage in ongoing training including chronic disease management, cytology, and immunisations (if required)
• Access mentorship and clinical supervision
• Take part in internal and external CPD opportunities

• Comply with practice policies and procedures
• Adhere to confidentiality, data protection, and information governance requirements
• Support equality, diversity, and inclusion within the practice
• Contribute to a positive and supportive working environment

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient-centred approach
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience in primary care or community nursing
• Chronic disease management experience
• Cytology and immunisation qualifications
• Familiarity with 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.

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 Mountview Practice

Address

Fleetwood Health & Wellbeing Centre

Dock Street

Fleetwood

FY7 6HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Directorate-wide professional, technical and transformational leadership across multi-site and 24/7 pathology services.
• Senior professional authority across all pathology disciplines, providing strategic leadership and assurance for standards of scientific practice, professional quality and governance and workforce capability.
• Senior technical authority for laboratory standards and accreditation, diagnostic technologies, digital systems, automation, innovation and future service capability.
• Strategic responsibility for the development and delivery of pathology transformation programmes and major change initiatives.
• Strategic leadership of education, training and professional development across pathology services, including line management responsibility for the Pathology Education, Training and Research Lead.
• Support pathology business planning, strategic service development, productivity improvement and long-term service sustainability.
• Responsibility for developing and delivering digital transformation, technical modernisation and quality management system transformation programmes.
• Responsibility for establishing and delivering benefits realisation frameworks arising from transformation programmes and service developments.
• Provide professional leadership and expert contribution to quality governance, risk management, patient safety and regulatory compliance across pathology services.
• Responsibility for complex programme delivery, resource planning, business case development and investment proposals.
• Responsibility for identifying and developing collaborative, commercial and partnership opportunities that improve service resilience, innovation and value for money.
• Responsibility for presenting highly complex professional, technical and transformational matters directly to Trust Board, Executive Committees and senior decision-making forums.
• Representation of Pathology at Trust, regional, network and system level, contributing to the development of professional standards, workforce sustainability and service transformation.
• Lead efforts to reduce unwarranted variation, promoting standardisation and integration and driving continuous improvement across pathology services.
• Lead the development of technical and productivity measures and indicators to support improvements in quality, efficiency, workforce capability and patient outcomes, working in partnership with the Directorate Manager.

For further information please see attached job description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist (or other appropriate Healthcare Science registration)
• Master's Degree or equivalent Postgraduate qualification, or equivalent demonstrable expertise in pathology leadership.
• Significant specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate study and extensive experience across pathology services.
• Evidence of sustained CPD and senior professional leadership development

Desirable

• Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science (FIBMS) or equivalent
• Formal leadership or management qualification
• Qualification or training in quality management, audit or investigation methodologies
• Demonstrable experience in business development, commercial negotiations, or partnership building
• Involvement in research, innovation networks, or industry collaborations.
• Demonstrable coaching experience/qualifications

Knowledge & experience

Essential

• Demonstrable extensive senior experience within multi-specialty pathology and 24/7 services.
• Demonstrable experience providing directorate-wide professional leadership and authority across multiple pathology disciplines.
• Demonstrable experience leading complex transformation programmes and organisational change.
• Demonstrable experience providing professional and technical leadership.
• Demonstrable experience leading education, workforce development and succession planning strategies.
• Demonstrable experience shaping organisational strategy and delivering strategic plans.
• Demonstrable experience presenting complex strategic matters directly to Boards and Executive Committees.
• Demonstrable experience delivering benefits realisation from large-scale transformation programmes.
• Extensive demonstrable experience in advanced laboratory technology, digital solutions, and complex analytical platforms.
• Expert understanding of UKAS, ISO 15189, and regulatory frameworks.

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience working within pathology networks or system-wide collaborations
• Demonstrable experience supporting research, innovation or academic partnerships
• Demonstrable experience of Lean, Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement methodologies.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Highly developed leadership, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Highly developed analytical and numerical skills.
• Highly developed project and programme management skills.
• Proven ability to provide strategic scientific and technical leadership across pathology services.
• Proven ability to translate strategic objectives into measurable benefits and outcomes.
• Proven ability to present highly complex and contentious matters confidently to Trust Board and Executive Committees.
• Proven ability to provide strategic leadership for education, workforce capability and professional sustainability.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Provide safe and appropriate Occupational Healthcare services to members of the Reserve Forces and other entitled personnel in accordance with DPHC policies, professional standards and statutory requirements including recruit, physical assessments and other examinations deemed appropriate to enable personnel to pursue their career. There may be additional medical requirements that arise from the specialist role of the Units and for which occupational and Health & Safety at Work Act legislation may apply.
• Provide medical care that is compatible with GMC policy, including specifically Duties of a Doctor.
• Ensure that all Medical Administrative Instructions, medical policy letters and other military instructions issued from time to time by the MOD and other higher military formations, and which relate to the care of patients, are complied with and maintained in the Medical Centre.
• Provide military medical advice to the Chain of Command in a timely manner (after receiving appropriate training). The MOD GP is to have direct access to Commanding Officers on matters relating to personnel under their Command and is to have nominated officers to whom they may refer routine administrative and disciplinary matters relating to staff and patients.
• May be required to provide safe and appropriate Primary, Preventative and Remedial Healthcare in addition to their primary role of providing Occupational Healthcare, in order to support operational requirements and maintain Defence Healthcare outputs.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full list of duties.

Selection Process

At application stage you will be assessed against the following:

CV:

• Please ensure you demonstrate that you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications and memberships in the CV section of the application form.
• Please provide information of how you meet the criteria set out in the Job Description. You may wish to further include examples of how you have tackled similar tasks or demonstrated the skills outlined in the job advert.

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see the supporting information link for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

At interview you will be assessed against the following:

Behaviours:

• Working Together
• Changing and Improving
• Communicating and Influencing
• Managing a Quality Service
• Making Effective Decisions

The interview may consist of a mix of direct questions and clinical situation-based scenarios.

Please see the link to our YouTube channel for advice preparing your best responses with some hints and tips on answering behaviour-based questions. Hints and tips such as: Your behaviours can be based on situations from work, volunteering or home; match your situation to the behaviour requested and how to use your 250-word limit.

The sift will be completed within 10 working days of the vacancy closing date. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses for the interview.

All employees joining Ministry of Defence who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a 6-month probation period (unless otherwise advised) effective from the employment start date.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.

If found successful for this position, you will be required to provide evidence of your immunity to Hepatitis B. Please note that evidence of your vaccination is not a proof of your immunity, but your serology levels will be required. Failure to provide sufficient evidence may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

To be considered for this role, qualifications and memberships detailed must be held in full, prior to submitting your application.

There is no requirement to deploy as this is met by our uniformed personnel, but you will form the continuity of care required by our patients when based at home.

The post does NOT offer relocation expenses (move of home, excess fares or temporary transfer). Non-Standard move applicants will be eligible for the full package, subject to eligibility.

As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category, and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system.

Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.

This vacancy is part of the A Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative.

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.

The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

Cyber and Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) is going through a significant transformation programme which aims to design the way in which the new Military Command conducts its business and delivers for Defence and the nation. As a consequence of this, posts within CSOC are/or may become subject to review and potential changes as we continuously improve across the period of the transformation programme. These changes may be minor or could be more substantive and will generate new opportunities. Throughout, the Commands transformation programme is committed to following the MODs framework on managing and supporting people through the change process and places an emphasis on early and open consultation and engagement with the Commands personnel and Trade Unions.

Person Specification

Provide a CV

Essential

• Please copy and paste your full CV as your response to this question; you will not be able to upload your CV as an attachment.
• Please ensure to refer to the essential criteria where applicable as your application may be rejected should insufficient information to shortlist be included.
• Please use double spacing where possible.

Registrations and Memberships

Essential

• Registration with the United Kingdom (UK) General Medical Council (GMC), and on the General Practice (GP) Register.
• Holding a current licence to practice.
• Please provide your membership registration number.
• Your application will not progress should you fail to provide a valid membership registration number.

Behaviour Statement

Essential

• Have you been dismissed for gross misconduct relating to bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation from any role in the past five years, or resigned or otherwise left a role but would have been dismissed for such gross misconduct because of an adverse decision, had you continued in that employment?
• Please respond with Yes or No as appropriate.

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

Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services)

Address

Baden Powell House, Peronne Lines

Catterick Garrison

Catterick

DL9 3JS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.

If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Subpart 1 Adult or Children's Nurse, midwife on the NMC Register
• Recognised neonatal qualification i.e. ENB 405 or equivalent

Desirable

• Qualification in practice learning and assessment
• UK Resus Council Neonatal Life Support (NLS) course

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Recent clinical experience in an acute Trust.
• Proven competence in clinical skills
• Evidence of facilitating learning in practice
• Evidence of ongoing personal and professional development
• Experience of improving care.
• Knowledge or experience of introducing and managing change in clinical practice
• Experience post complication of QIS training.

Desirable

• Previous experience in Neonatal, Paediatric Nursing or Midwifery Advanced skills
• Experience of writing policies and guidelines
• Experience of working in a level 3 unit Surgical/cardiac unit

Governance

Essential

• A commitment to preserve patient safety and minimise risk and harm for our patients, their families, visitors and our staff.
• Evidence of positive feedback from patients/families and colleagues.
• Knowledge of NMC code of professional conduct.

Desirable

• Research and Audit experience Teaching skills
• Experience of using incident reporting systems

Personal and Professional Attributes

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary team.
• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
• Understanding of own development and training needs
• Kindness and compassion.
• Motivation to learn and develop, commitment to teamwork and support of others

Desirable

• Experience in Counselling/ Supportive Therapy
• Ability to speak in other languages

Other Requirements

Essential

• Upholds and models the Trust values and standards as outlined in the NMC Code of Conduct.

Desirable

• Willingness to travel between sites to meet 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

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road

Ashford

TN24 0LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Make a real difference in mental health and neurorehabilitation

Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do.

At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.

We are looking for an outstanding, compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker with a passion for delivering excellent care to join our team at Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes.

You'll be working 42 hours per week, across days, nights and alternate weekends, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care.

This is a rewarding opportunity for candidates looking for Mental Health Support Worker jobs in Widnes, Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, or a specialist role supporting men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.

About Cygnet Paddocks

Cygnet Paddocks is our specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men, located in Widnes in the North West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge may be the main barrier to recovery and rehabilitation.

The service supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for the North West, with a focus on adult males. Cygnet Paddocks has individually designed wards to support a clear and distinctive care and treatment pathway for people affected by acquired brain injury.

The in-house interdisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, nurses and support workers, all working together to keep the individual at the heart of their care and discharge planning.

Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with the Caring domain rated Outstanding.

A role for people with mental health experience

This role is ideal for someone who already has experience in a mental health, healthcare, care, rehabilitation or support setting.

You may have worked as a:

• Senior Support Worker

• Team Leader

• Mental Health Support Worker

• Support Worker

• Healthcare Assistant

• Rehabilitation Assistant

• Brain Injury Support Worker

• Complex Needs Support Worker

• Care Assistant

• Residential Support Worker

• Recovery Worker

• Hospital Support Worker

Experience supporting people with mental health needs, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, challenging behaviours, physical health needs, safeguarding, personal care or emotional wellbeing would be highly valuable.

If you are calm under pressure, resilient, compassionate and confident working in a specialist care environment, this could be the next step in your career.

Shift Pattern

You'll work a structured rota across days, nights and alternate weekends.

Your rota will include:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday

• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

• Day shifts: 8:00am to 8:30pm

• Night shifts: 8:00pm to 8:30am

This pattern gives you consistency, regular days off and the opportunity to build strong working relationships with colleagues and service users.

Your Day-to-Day

As a Senior Support Worker at Cygnet Paddocks, you'll play a key role in supporting men through their recovery and rehabilitation journey and supporting management in the day-to-day running of the service.

Your responsibilities will include:

As a Senior Support Worker, you will:

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible and person-centred approach to all individuals in our care

• Support individuals to complete personal care activities while promoting dignity, choice and independence

• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support

• Learn about individuals specific needs and provide support in the most appropriate way

• Assist with medical and welfare needs and report concerns as required

• Support individuals to manage their behaviour and work towards agreed goals

• Support management in the day-to-day running of the service

• Undertake supervisory and administrative responsibilities, including supporting and supervising support workers

• Safeguard individuals and maintain a safe, clean and supportive environment for all

You are

We are looking for people who are genuinely driven to make a difference.

• An experienced Support Worker ready to step up to a new challenge

• Experienced in a similar mental health, care, health care or support setting, ideally with at least 2 years experience

• Genuinely driven to make a difference in peoples lives

• Confident, assertive & ambitious for yourself, service users & the organisation

• An excellent communicator & good team player

• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment

• Calm, resilient and able to respond positively in challenging situations

• Able to empower & support service user independence

• Energetic and motivated to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment

• Passionate about empowering people and supporting independence

• Committed to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care

• Organised, committed & keen to develop your management & leadership skills

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and professional development. We want you to feel supported both in and out of work.

• £14.23 per hour, increasing to £14.48 per hour after18 months

• 42 hours per week

• A rewarding role with the opportunity for overtime

• Regular coaching and appraisal

• Expert supervision and peer support

• Paid breaks

• Employee discount savings

• 24-hour free GP helpline

• Discounted gym membership

• Blue Light Card discount

• Free eye tests

• On-site benefits, including free meals

• Shopping, travel and leisure discounts

• A range of healthcare and financial benefits

• Excellent professional development opportunities

• The chance to build a meaningful career in specialist mental health and neurorehabilitation care

Ready to Make a Difference?

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

Join Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes as a Support Worker and help men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions and complex mental health needs progress through recovery and rehabilitation.

Apply now to start making a difference with Cygnet.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Where is Cygnet Paddocks located?

Cygnet Paddocks is located on Wilmere Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5UY, in the North West.

Is this role suitable for candidates from Liverpool?

Yes. This role is suitable for candidates looking for Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, mental health jobs in Widnes, or specialist care roles across the wider Liverpool City Region, Halton, Runcorn, St Helens and Cheshire.

What type of service is Cygnet Paddocks?

Cygnet Paddocks is a specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions.

Do I need mental health experience?

Yes, we are ideally looking for candidates with experience in a similar setting, particularly mental health, ABI, neurorehabilitation, complex needs, health care or support work.

What hours will I work?

You'll work 42 hours per week across days, nights and alternate weekends, with 12-hour shifts from 8:00am to 8:30pm and 8:00pm to 8:30am.

What is the hourly rate?

The role pays £14.23 per hour, increasing to £14.48 per hour after18 months.

Is Cygnet Paddocks rated by the CQC?

Yes. Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Caring rated Outstanding.

What next?

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

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Widnes

WA8 5UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The postholder will be required to provide an efficient administrative service to the clinicians and their teams.
• Daily tasks will include audio typing and proof reading (VR dictation), finalising correspondence, processing incoming/outgoing correspondence and referrals.
• Talking to patients over the telephone and ensuring their queries are dealt with efficiently and fielding queries as required.
• Opening and distributing post for clinical team.
• Making ad hoc appointment and requesting clinic builds.
• Chasing results and/or checking appointments as requested.
• Working as a team to ensure smooth day to day running of the department.
• Ad hoc duties requested by clinical team.
• Diary management as required.
• Provide cover for the Senior Medical Secretary/Team Leader as required.
• Provide cover for the Respiratory MDT Co-ordinator as required.
• Cover Clinical Administrator/Support Secretary posts Trust wide as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in administration or equivalent/relevant experience in administrative role(s)
• English qualification at Level 2 (GCSE Grades 9-4 or A*-C, or Functional or Key Skills at Level 2)
• Maths qualification at Level 1 (GCSE Grades 3-2 or D-F, or Functional or Key Skills at Level 1

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of secretarial/administrative procedures

Desirable

• NHS Administration/Secretarial experience
• Working Knowledge of NHS Systems e.g. eRecord, System One
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• IT Skills to include MS Office software packages e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Advanced keyboard skills including a high standard of word processing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to manage time effectively and work on own initiative
• Ability to accurately input, collate and present information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Victoria Infirmary

317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Primary clinical healthcare qualification
• Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development at appropriate level in the Trainer, etc.)

Desirable

• Working towards higher professional qualification such as Diploma or Masters in Medical Education

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
• Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrates clinical and educational leadership skills

Desirable

• Has strategic planning skills
• Has expertise in change management

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
• Has a thorough understanding of the work of the general practitioners and other health care practitioners and their challenges
• Knowledge of adult education, theory and delivery in service
• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
• Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to personal CPD as a clinician in their professional role

Desirable

• Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
• Expertise in the support of doctors in difficulty

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

NHS England

Address

Victoria House

CamLife

Fulbourn

CB21 5XB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)