Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide highly specialist psychological services within LCDAS, including assessment, formulation, intervention, consultation and risk management for adults with complex substance use and mental health presentations. They will contribute to the development and delivery of psychologically informed services by supporting colleagues, promoting evidence-based practice and helping to shape treatment pathways. The role includes responsibility for supervising assistant and trainee psychologists, contributing to staff development, and supporting multidisciplinary team functioning. The successful candidate will play an active role in service evaluation, quality improvement, audit and research, helping to ensure that clinical practice reflects current evidence and professional standards. They will also contribute to training programmes across the service and support the development of psychological skills within the wider workforce. The post holder will work autonomously within HCPC, BPS and Trust guidelines, maintaining high standards of clinical governance, record keeping and professional practice. They will contribute to promoting accessible, inclusive and culturally responsive services that meet the needs of the diverse communities served by the London Borough of Lambeth.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
• Additional training in a specialised area of psychological practice relevant to addictions
• Completed training course in clinical supervision
• Registered with the HCPC as Practitioner Psychologist

Desirable

• Training in Motivational Interviewing and CBT for Addiction

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of having worked as a clinical specialist under supervision in Addiction
• Experience in specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with complex mental health and co-occurring substance misuse needs
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee psychologists having completed the relevant training
• Experience of carrying out post-doctoral research, audit or service evaluation projects

Desirable

• Experience of working in a specialist addictions service or in a role with a specific focus on working with clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use issue

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessments and interventions for people with mental health problems and substance use issue
• Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use issues.
• Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment and clinical psychometrics for people with mental health and substance use issues
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities.
• Doctoral level knowledge of psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis

Desirable

• Knowledge of policy and commissioning structures for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use issue

Skills

Essential

• To deliver psychological therapy across cultural and other differences.
• To select and administer specialist psychological assessments, interpreting and integrating complex data that require analysis, interpretation and comparison, drawn from several sources.
• To plan and schedule assessment and interventions for individual clients and groups and carers, and for meetings such as CPAs and case reviews
• To plan allocation of tasks to assistant psychologists.
• Well-developed IT skills including entry and analysis of research data

Desirable

• Skills in training staff in substance use specific interventions

Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work effectively within a multi- disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles.
• Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate
• Ability to develop and use complex multi- media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic meetings
• Ability to manage verbal aggression and hostility directed at self

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

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lambeth Drug and Alcohol Team

12-14 Brighton Terrace

Brixton

SW9 8DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Care Coordination and Patient Support

Act as a key point of contact for patients, carers and professionals involved in care.

Coordinate care for individuals with complex health, social care and psychological needs.

Support patients to understand their diagnosis, treatment options and available services.

Promote independence, self-management and improved quality of life.

Support patients to attend appointments and engage with health and care services.

Monitor wellbeing and identify changes in need, escalating appropriately.

Support individuals experiencing anxiety, low mood, loneliness, adjustment difficulties or distress.

Provide ongoing contact and support to reduce social isolation and improve engagement.

Carer and Family Support

Provide practical, emotional and informational support to carers and families.

Identify carers experiencing stress, burnout or social isolation.

Support access to carers assessments, respite services, benefits advice and peer support.

Provide information on dementia progression and coping strategies.

Promote carer wellbeing and resilience through ongoing engagement.

Service Navigation and Advocacy

Provide information, advice and signposting to health, social care, housing, welfare and voluntary sector services.

Support patients and carers to access appropriate services and overcome barriers.

Promote personalised care and shared decision-making.

Advocate on behalf of patients and carers where appropriate.

Multi-Disciplinary Team Working

Work collaboratively with GPs, Dementia Nurse, Care Coordinators, Social Prescribers, Community Nurses, Mental Health Practitioners, Social Workers and voluntary sector partners.

Participate in MDT meetings and case discussions as required.

Share relevant information in line with information governance requirements.

Contribute to coordinated, integrated care planning across services.

Safeguarding, Governance and Administration

Identify safeguarding concerns and escalate appropriately in line with procedures.

Support safeguarding processes and contribute to information gathering where required.

Maintain awareness of the Mental Capacity Act and Best Interest decision-making.

Maintain accurate, timely and confidential electronic patient records.

Support audits, data collection and service evaluation activities.

Ensure compliance with GDPR, confidentiality and information governance standards.

Contribute to continuous improvement of the Dementia Nurse Service and Frailty Team.

Attend supervision, mandatory training and team meetings.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with partner organisations.

Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and person-centred care in all aspects of work.

Work within organisational policies and professional standards.

Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in health, social care, community or voluntary sector services.
• Experience working with carers and families.
• Experience providing emotional and practical support.
• Experience of MDT working.

Desirable

• Experience supporting people with dementia, frailty or mental health needs.
• Experience of care coordination or case management.
• Experience using electronic patient record systems.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
• Care Certificate.
• Qualification in Health & Social Care, Mental Health or Dementia Care.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, Mental Health, Dementia Care or equivalent experience.
• Safeguarding Adults Training.

Personal Attributes

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Knowledge

Essential

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Skills and Abilities

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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

South and East Leeds GP Group

Address

Hosted Employers address

1st Floor Park Edge Practice

Asket Drive

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS14 1HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Perform Spirometry: Conduct quality-assured diagnostic spirometry and flow-volume loops, including bronchodilator reversibility testing where trained and authorised via Patient Group Directions (PGD).
• Patient Care: Prepare patients, explain the breathing manoeuvres clearly, ensure accurate physical measurements (height, weight), and monitor patient wellbeing during testing.
• Data Management: Accurately record, upload, and input physiological data into electronic patient record systems.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean, calibrate, and daily check lung function and diagnostic equipment according to infection control and safety policies.
• Additional Clinical Tasks: Support respiratory teams with spot-check oximetry, FeNO testing, or basic observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) as required.
• Ability to move between centres as the project aims to provide spirometry closer to patients home.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills to coach patients through maximal breathing efforts, basic IT literacy, and the ability to follow strict standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in a healthcare/science-related subject, or an equivalent level of practical knowledge (e.g., Care Certificate plus targeted respiratory competencies).

Training

Essential

• Willingness to work toward or hold a recognised competency certificate (such as the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology - ARTP Spirometry certificate).

Experience

Essential

• Prior experience working in a patient-facing clinical or community healthcare setting, ideally within primary care or a respiratory/sleep physiology department.

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

Sentinel Healthcare South West CIC

Address

Unit 1, 5 Research Way

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8BT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload, work to deadlines and react positively to situations at short notice.

Willingness to work in a flexible manner as part of a team and to adapt working practices to suit the changing demands of service requirements. Good understanding of the NHS IT systems.(Training will be provided where necessary).

To possess good interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to operate with diplomacy.

To have a good knowledge of Microsoft Outlook/ Office and its applications including experience of using Excel spreadsheets effectively.

Able to work successfully both autonomously and as part of a team; maintaining good working relationships and knowing when to refer to others.

To demonstrate good organisation and logistical skills and apply a high attention to detail.

To have a basic knowledge of the NHS and Wigan GP Alliances services. (Training will be provided where necessary).

Being able to perform in a flexible and proactive manner, adapting to changing priorities and circumstances as appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Math's
• Confident ability to use a PC and comfortable to train with our in house packages.
• There is daily use of MS software packages so experience of Word and especially Excel.
• Driving license and own car essential

Desirable

• Desirable experience of working in a GP practice or similar environments

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

Wigan GP Alliance

Address

17 Beecham Court

Wigan

Lancashire

WN3 6PR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.wigangpalliance.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Senior Physiotherapist to join our busy Physiotherapy Department at Colchester Oaks Hospital. Our people are our greatest asset, enabling us to deliver high-quality healthcare.

You will manage a varied caseload, including postoperative orthopaedic and general musculoskeletal patients. You will contribute across pre-assessment and inpatients, providing seamless care throughout the patient journey. Support for a 7-day service and out-of-hours work, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, is required.

This role offers the chance to develop a specialist interest in upper limb and hand rehabilitation, collaborating with orthopaedic consultants and colleagues to assess and treat patients with upper limb, hand, and wrist conditions.

What you'll bring with you:

• A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Excellent clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
• A good understanding of CSP Standards of Physiotherapy Practice and the HCPC Rules of Professional Conduct
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing CPD
• An interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, including upper limb and hand rehabilitation

The Person

You are passionate about helping patients recover and maintain health. With experience in outpatient musculoskeletal caseloads, you can deliver training and supervise junior staff. An interest in upper limb and hand physiotherapy is desirable.

Training and Development

At Colchester Oaks Hospital, we support professional development with CPD opportunities, internal training, and mentorship. You can develop specialist skills in upper limb rehabilitation.

Why Join us?

Health, Wellbeing & Financial

• Private medical cover (option to add family), discounted Bupa dental, life assurance (3x salary), private pension with up to 5% employer match, and Employee Assistance Programme.

Work-Life Balance

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave, flexible working where possible, enhanced family leave, and volunteer leave.

Career Development

• Ongoing training and development through the Ramsay Academy, plus colleague recognition programmes.

Lifestyle Benefits

• Employee discounts platform, Cycle2Work scheme, subsidised staff restaurant and free on-site parking where available.

Person Specification

Relevant Membership to Affiliated Body

Essential

• Clinical Registration

Desirable

• Clinical 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

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Address

Colchester, United Kingdom

Colchester

England

CO33LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You'll have:

We're looking for a nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and thrives in a collaborative environment.

• Current NMC registration with no restrictions on practice
• Previous experience within a Pre-Assessment setting
• Acute healthcare experience
• Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Good IT and electronic patient record skills
• Phlebotomy, venepuncture and ECG competency
• Pre-Operative Assessment Association qualification or training

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health assessments
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Sharesave scheme
• Free DBS
• Access to our 'Spire for You' rewards platform with discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers

Join a Team That Cares!

We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

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Skills

Essential

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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.

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

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

401 Sandygate Rd, Sheffield S10 5UB

Sheffield

S10 5UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Deliver dedicated Family History Breast Clinics, including:
  • Comprehensive family history assessment
  • Risk stratification using agreed regional/national guidance
  • Appropriate onward referral for genetic counselling and surveillance pathways
  • Patient counselling and reassurance
• Support and develop the Breast Pain Pathway, helping to:
  • Provide timely assessment and reassurance for low-risk patients
  • Reduce unnecessary 2WW referrals
  • Improve patient experience and pathway efficiency
  • Promote evidence-based management strategies
• Participate in Triple Assessment Breast Clinics for urgent suspected cancer referrals under consultant supervision and agreed governance arrangements, including:
  • Clinical breast examination
  • Interpretation and discussion of imaging findings
  • Supporting patient communication and documentation
  • Coordinating onward investigations and follow-up
• Assist with triage of breast referrals, including:
  • Prioritisation of urgent referrals
  • Redirecting inappropriate referrals to alternative pathways where appropriate
  • Supporting pathway navigation and clinic utilisation

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Qualified GP with full GMC registration
• On NHS England's National Performers List for GPs
• Certificate of postgraduate general practice training
• Experience of delivering GMS/PMS services
• Evidnce of basic life support (within last 12 months), safeguarding children and safeguarding adults (within last 3 months)

Desirable

• Worked as GP principal or salaried within the ICBs served by the service
• Previous experience working within a breast service or symptomatic breast clinic
• Understanding of local pathways and services available
• Experience of supporting ambulatory or rapid assessment clinics
• Experience of family history assessment and risk stratification

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

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details, please refer to the attached job description

Type dictation from audio transcription of clinical correspondence and documentation.

Quality check documentation completed in clinical administration support.

Ensure appropriate follow up arrangements/investigations are in place. Liaise with personal medical secretary of speciality accordingly.

Complete any tertiary referrals to external Trusts and ensure these are completed on the PAS system. Keep track of referrals to ensure patient is promptly reviewed. Check that follow up appointments are arranged in conjunction with patient pathway.

Mentor, train and supervise relevant junior staff as required

Accurate use of patient information using the Patient Administration System (PAS), including registration screen, checking patient details are correct, tracking of case-notes.

Ensure all letters and discharge summaries are copied to the appropriate professionals, including patients.

Ensure efficient audit processes in place concerning correspondence to ensure quality levels maintained and rectify accordingly.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE/O Level standard/equivalent
• RSA/OCR Level II or equivalent
• Word Processing/Audio typing Skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology and secretarial procedures

Experience

Essential

• Excellent I.T. skills with knowledge and experience of all Microsoft office packages
• Experience working in an NHS office environment

Skills/Ability/Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Able to use own initiative and respond to new challenges
• Self motivated and able to work with limited supervision
• Manage/prioritise own workload
• Ability to accurately maintain computerise and manual filing/documentation system
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to manage difficult/sensitive situations
• Ability and willingness to undertake further training as required

Desirable

• Knowledge of internal PAS system
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team
• Time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
• Understanding of Trust internal policies 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.

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Clinical Laboratories

Prescot Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Clinical Responsibilities

In accordance with the job plan, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion

Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation

Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health

Providing counselling and health education

Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Collecting data for audit purposes

Compiling and issuing acute and repeat

Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other Responsibilities within the Practice:

Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice

Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the practice

This is not a comprehensive definition of the post. Postholders will be expected to undertake any work that comes within the remit of the posts purpose. The job description will be kept under review and may be changed according to Practice requirements. Discussions on any major changes will be held with the postholder.

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 keeping them free from hazards

Actively reporting 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

Production of performance and quality information

To ensure that documentation (electronic and paper-based) exists to support performance standards across the full range of performance-based activity QOF, Enhanced Services etc.

To assist in the production of information for clinical audit.

To undertake ad-hoc work related to the performance of the practice under the guidance of the Partners.

Data Quality

To work within the clinical computer system to improve data quality, using the expertise of other data staff where appropriate.

Equality & 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 that 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.

This role is considered to be a developmental position and the jobholder will be encouraged to develop personal and business skills.

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:

Communicate effectively with other team members.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

External communication will be with patients, Clinical Commissioning Groups and other NHS bodies, and other GP practices and service providers.

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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Inclusion on performers list
• Vocational training certificate or equivalent
• Annual appraisal and revalidation, and maintain
• Basic life support
• UK work permit, if required

Desirable

• Experience within medical, surgical, A&E, paediatrics or mental health
• MRCGP graduate
• Evident of continued professional development
• Minor surgery

Experience

Essential

• SystmOne
• Experience within primary care
• Triage
• Face to face consultations
• Chronic disease management
• Clinical governance
• Delivery of QOF targets

Desirable

• Audit
• Understanding of PMS contract
• Awareness of ICB initiatives

Skills

Essential

• Basic computer literacy skills
• Good telephone manner, clear speech
• Good record keeping
• Communication and listening skills
• Ability to work in a multi-professional team
• Ability to work under pressure, manage demanding workloads
• Aware of needs of patients, relatives and carers
• Adhere to confidentiality requirements
• Ability to cope with patients under extreme stress from both social and clinical circumstances
• Ability to handle change and unexpected urgent requirements
• Effective communication skills to enable conversations about medical issues with patients and colleagues
• Flexible, caring and empathetic
• Self motivated
• Professional approach
• Presentable appearance
• Reliable, punctual and committed to work
• Full UK Driving Licence

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

Homestead Medical Centre

Address

Homestead Drive

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF2 9PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Frailty & Community Hub Co-ordination

Frailty Identification & Navigation:

Support the proactive identification and coding of moderately and severely frail patients. Serve as a central point of co-ordination between GP practices, the Community Frailty Hub, District Nurses, Community Therapy Teams, and Adult Social Care.

Personalised Care & Reablement Support: Assist in delivering person-centred care plans that encourage patient independence, goal engagement, and safe living within their own homes.

Physical Observations & Early Warning: Perform and accurately record basic physical observations (e.g., blood pressure, pulse oximetry, blood sugar) when indicated or instructed by a clinician. Monitor patients for subtle changes in condition and immediately escalate concerns to clinical staff.

Assessment & Visit Workflow: Facilitate first visit assessment documentation, maintain pre-visit summaries and ensure pre-visit data is accurately communicated across the MDT.

Signposting & Referral Pathways: Actively refer and signpost patients and carers to appropriate community services, voluntary agencies, and reablement programmes (e.g., home exercise plans set by therapy teams) to mitigate admission risks.

Cancer Care & Prevention

Co-ordinate contact with newly diagnosed cancer patients and monitor the 2 week wait referral process.

Proactively invite patients for screening (cervical, breast, bowel) and target non-responders to increase uptake.

Track necessary routine monitoring tests for cancer management and present learning/data at monthly governance meetings.

End of Life Care (EOLC) & Complex Needs

Assist in identifying and correctly coding palliative and complex patients.

Ensure regular annual and clinical reviews occur, assisting with correct DNAR record coding and reviews.

Liaise with social prescribing link workers, health/wellbeing coaches, and community providers to manage physical and psychological needs.

Learning Disabilities (LD) & Safeguarding

Support LD register patients with annual reviews, accessible communications, and uptake of preventative measures (flu/COVID jabs, screening).

Oversee safeguarding workflow, record management, document summarising, and coding across PCN practices, maintaining child/adult registers and liaising with MASH.

General Administrative & MDT Duties

Maintain accurate, timely electronic records (/EMIS Web) for all contact points, ensuring CQC documentation requirements are met.

Participate in vaccination call/recall campaigns and support practice reception/triage cover when required.

Contribute to safe service delivery through planned/unplanned cover and active involvement in team training and 1-to-1 performance reviews.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working in a patient-focused/community setting
• Multi-disciplinary team working & administrative systems
• Independent workload prioritization

Desirable

• Experience in Primary Care, PCNs, or Frailty Hubs
• Supporting service improvement or clinical audit

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Excellent verbal & written communication
• IT literacy (EMIS Web, MS Office)
• Basic physical observation monitoring skills (or willingness to train)
• Ability to recognize boundaries and escalate clinical concerns promptly

Desirable

• Network building with external health and social care partners
• Ability to motivate patients in goal setting & rehabilitation

Behaviours / Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate, solution-focused, and patient-centred
• Commitment to equality, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality
• Adaptable team player with strong time management

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in health/social care
• Enhanced DBS with Adult/Child Barred List clearance

Desirable

• Care Certificate

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

North Staffordshire GP Federation

Address

Holistic Person-Centred Care (HIPC) PCN

Tunstall and Surrounding Area

Stoke on Trent

ST6 6BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Practice Nurse

16 Hours per Week | 2-3 Days | Grove Medical Centre, SE8 3QH

We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and experienced Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team at Grove Medical Centre.

This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality care to a diverse patient population while working within a well-established and forward-thinking GP practice. You will enjoy a varied role with the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients, support them to improve their health outcomes and contribute to the ongoing development of our clinical services.

As an integral member of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide a broad range of nursing services, including chronic disease management, cervical screening, immunisations, wound care and health promotion. You will also lead on Infection Prevention and Control, helping to ensure the practice maintains the highest standards of patient safety and quality care.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients across all age groups.
• Run clinics for long-term conditions including Diabetes, COPD and Asthma.
• Undertake NHS Health Checks, New Patient Health Checks and Learning Disability Health Checks.
• Provide cervical screening and women's health services.
• Deliver routine, childhood and travel vaccinations.
• Carry out wound care, dressings and suture or staple removal.
• Identify patients at risk of developing long-term conditions and support preventative care.
• Promote healthier lifestyles through education and health promotion activities.
• Lead on Infection Prevention and Control, including audits, training and annual reporting.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists and the wider healthcare team to deliver safe, effective and evidence-based care.
• Support vulnerable patients through coordinated care and partnership working with external services.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development across the practice.

You will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and experience working in primary care or community nursing. You will be confident working independently, have excellent clinical and communication skills, and be committed to delivering patient-centred care.

Experience in chronic disease management, immunisations and infection prevention and control is essential.

Qualifications in cervical cytology, family planning, teaching or chronic disease management would be advantageous.

In return, we offer:

• Excellent work-life balance
• Supportive and welcoming team culture
• Strong clinical and administrative support
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• NHS discount and wellbeing schemes
• Onsite parking
• Excellent public transport links
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

If you are passionate about primary care and want to join a practice where your skills, ideas and contribution are valued, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• Registered Nurse with a current and valid NMC registration.
• Experience working as a Practice Nurse, Community Nurse or in a Primary Care setting.
• Experience managing patients with long-term conditions, including Diabetes, COPD and Asthma.
• Experience delivering immunisations and vaccination programmes.
• Knowledge and practical experience of Infection Prevention and Control standards and procedures.
• Experience carrying out health promotion and preventative healthcare activities.
• Competent in wound care, dressings and removal of sutures and staples.
• Ability to work independently and make clinical decisions within scope of practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centred approach.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Experience using clinical systems and electronic patient records.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.

Desirable

• Experience working with EMIS Web.
• Cervical Cytology qualification.
• Family Planning qualification.
• Independent Prescribing qualification.
• Mentor, Assessor or Teaching qualification.
• Postgraduate qualification in Chronic Disease Management.
• Travel Health qualification and experience.
• Experience leading or supporting quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience acting as an Infection Prevention and Control Lead.
• Knowledge of QOF, Enhanced Services and NHS Primary Care contracts.

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

Grove Medical Centre

Address

Windlass Place

Deptford

London

SE8 3QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.

The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

The post holder will provide specialist clinical psychology skills within a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will provide a high quality clinical service to the users of the service.

They will provide highly specialist psychological assessment and intervention while working collaboratively with non-psychologist colleagues, professionals from other agencies and carers. They will be clinically responsible to a senior clinical psychologist. Clinical oversight of all work will be held by the clinical lead in the service.

The job plan will be delivered in the services the post is based.

The post holder will work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the team while observing Trust and National policies and procedures.

The post holder will provide support to Assistant Psychologists and Doctoral trainees. They will utilise research skills in audit, service development and research relevant to the post.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

To offer consultation, supervision and training when required by other agencies involved in the psychological, emotional and behavioural well-being of people referred to the service

To provide consultation, assessment and intervention in the service.

To work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary context.

1. To provide assessment and treatment options for people experiencing moderate, severe and complex mental health problems.
2. To exercise expert clinical judgement based on the highest standards of evidence based practise.
3. To continually seek to expand and consolidate clinical skills using training, experience, and supervision.
4. To be proficient in the use of Psychometric testing appropriate to the age range.
5. To provide specialist risk assessment of and intervention to people who present to the service.
6. To follow appropriate Adult and Child Protection guidelines in all Clinical work, including close liaison with all agencies.
7. To liaise and consult with the wider professional network in the care of the client.
8. To work jointly with other team members in delivering the most appropriate clinical service to people and their families.
9. To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients.
10. To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care and to effectively evaluate progress.
11. To receive regular professional supervision from a senior Clinical Psychologist and where appropriate, other senior clinicians.
12. To continue to access continuing professional development opportunities in line with agreed targets and agreed personal development plan.
13. To assist in the supervision of Doctoral level Clinical Psychology trainees and trainees from other disciplines as appropriate.
14. To contribute to the pre and post qualification teaching of Clinical Psychologists.
15. To assist in the teaching and training of professionals
16. To contribute to the Audit processes within the service.
17. To contribute to research in the service area.
18. To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practise of self and others.
19. To provide advice on research projects to other staff within the service around appropriate methodology, statistical analysis etc.
20. To undertake project management as required to aid service development.
21. To contribute to the development and maintenance of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes, in consultation with the post-holders professional lead and service manager(s). To maintain membership of appropriate regulatory bodies (i.e. The Health & Care Professionals Council) and professional bodies such as the British Psychological Society.
22. To contribute to the development and articulation of best practice in psychology across the service, by continuing to develop the skills of reflective scientist practitioner, taking part in regular professional supervision and appraisal and maintaining an active engagement with current developments in the field of clinical psychology and related disciplines.
23. To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society, the Health & Care Professions Council and Trust policies and procedures.
24. To maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and issues in relation to the clients the service serves.
25. The post-holder will be required to work flexibly both in terms of base and in hours of clinical availability.

For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Caring.
• Team Player.
• Commitment to supervision and support.

Desirable

• Flexible.
• Committed to client group.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

• Communication skills.
• Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role
• IT Literate.

Desirable

• Research skills.
• Knowledge of adult & child protection legislation.
• Awareness of legislation relevant to the clinical area of practice.

Qualifications

Essential

• Hons. Degree in Psychology.
• Doctoral qualification clinical or counselling psychology.
• Appropriate safeguarding training
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist

Desirable

• 2:1 min.
• Eligible for chartered status

Experience

Essential

• Completion of supervised clinical practice in the NHS.
• Ability to work within two models of psychological assessment, formulation and intervention.

Desirable

• Experience in working with service users in the clinical area of the post
• Different theoretical approaches.
• .
• Work with other disciplines.
• Work with people who have disabilities.

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Laura Mitchell Health Centre

Great Albion Street

Halifax

HX1 1YR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills (Band 7)

Essential

• oIT skills
• oExperience with use of electronic note systems e.g. SystmOne/EPR
• oAudit and research experience
• oTo display effective communication skills, communicating complex, sensitive and contentious information to patients, carers and colleagues
• oKnowledge of national and professional guidelines and evidence-based practice related to specialist area

Knowledge and skills (Band 6)

Essential

• oCompleted post basic dysphagia training & competencies
• oIT competence

Desirable

• oVideofluoroscopy competence

Qualifications and training (Band 7)

Essential

• oTo hold a degree or relevant Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy
• oTo be a registered member of the Health Care Professions Council
• oTo have advanced post-graduate training in dysphagia (can be in house or external)
• oLeadership qualifications or training

Desirable

• oMember of RCSLT

Qualifications and training (Band 6)

Essential

• oDegree and licence to practice as a SLT as approved by RSCLT
• oTo be a registered member of the Health Care Professions Council

Desirable

• oRegistered member of RCSLT
• oAttendance at leadership & development programme

Experience (Band 7)

Essential

• oTo have substantial post graduate experience including work with patients with neurological conditions in an acute and rehabilitation setting
• oTo have experience in the management of dysphagia, ideally including videofluoroscopy
• oExperience of working within the NHS
• oLeadership experience

Desirable

• oEvidence of relevant post graduate courses or study at Masters level or equivalent
• oTo have experience in management and/or supervising other staff members in a team

Experience (Band 6)

Essential

• oPost graduate experience of working with adults with acquired / progressive neurological disorders
• oMDT working experience
• oPrevious NHS experience

Desirable

• oExperience of videofluoroscopy
• oExperience of tracheostomy

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

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The James Cook University Hospital

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Mohammed Hussain - [email protected]

Consultant ENT

Shortlisting Date: 10.09.2026 Interview Date: 15.09.2026

Leeds is a large city with the third largest metropolitan population in the country. The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK. The Bexley Wing of St James Hospital is a state of the art oncology centre, serving the whole region.

The ENT department has been rehoused in a new area, offering adjacency of clinic, consultant office, secretaries and management staff, which greatly enhances the working environment. Theatres are in the same area as our related specialties, allowing ease of interspecialty work. The paediatric work is carried out in the adjacent Children’s Hospital, with excellent ward and ICU facilities.

The ENT unit consists of 15 consultants. There are currently 7 senior grade trainees and 8 junior doctors, making this a thriving department covering almost all aspects of ENT surgery.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong clinical skills in the assessment and management of acute and elective ENT patients, including inpatient, outpatient, and peri-operative care. They will be an effective communicator, able to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and engage confidently with patients and their relatives. The post holder will be organised, adaptable, and capable of managing competing clinical priorities, including participation in the ENT on-call rota and the management of emergency presentations. A commitment to high-quality patient care, service improvement, research, audit, and ongoing professional development is essential, alongside a keen interest in developing experience within a busy and supportive ENT department.

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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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

Further information regarding the role can be obtained by contacting Hunter Healthcare directly via the contact details provided or by visiting:https://hhmicrosites.com/sbuhb-welcome/sbuhb-executive-medical-director/

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Further information regarding the role can be obtained by contacting Hunter Healthcare directly via the contact details provided or by visiting: https://hhmicrosites.com/sbuhb-welcome/sbuhb-executive-medical-director/

Desirable

• Further information regarding the role can be obtained by contacting Hunter Healthcare directly via the contact details provided or by visiting: https://hhmicrosites.com/sbuhb-welcome/sbuhb-executive-medical-director/

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

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

SBUHB HQ

One Talbot Gateway

Port Talbot

SA12 7BR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the development of the delivery of evidence based systemic family therapies adapted to an in-patient setting for adults with eating disorders.

Participate in assessment and care planning for people admitted to the ward.

Facilitate psycho-educational workshops and parent/carer support groups.

Support nursing & healthcare assistant staff to implement care plans through the dissemination of systemic frameworks and interventions.

Support management of ROMs and audit.

Offer systemic family therapy to carers and clients using a range of systemic interventions and family therapy for anorexia nervosa.

Attend all multi-disciplinary meetings and care planning reviews.

Run systemic consultations across the MDT and contribute to thinking about the patients and their families from a systemic psychotherapy perspective.

Set up and run reflecting team groups to develop systemic thinking across the staff groups.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Systemic Family Psychotherapist registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) via the College of Family Couple and Systemic Therapy,
• post-graduate qualification in relevant mental health/social welfare profession with demonstrable practice over a minimum of four years, OR additional short training and post-qualification experience in mental health consolidated over a minimum of two years

Desirable

• Clinical Systemic Supervision Training
• Registration as Clinical Supervisor by Association for Family Therapy (AFT)

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience in relevant first profession
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
• Experience of multi disciplinary team working
• Experience of inter agency working
• Experience of safeguarding and Child Protection experience and skills in risk assessment, management and intervention with individuals, their families and/or social networks

Desirable

• Experience of working with eating disorders
• Experience of leading case reviews
• Experience of working in the NHS

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

South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Springfield University Hospital

Springfield Drive

London

SW17 0YF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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