Job description

Job responsibilities

1a

To improve children and young peoples mental health through the delivery of an integrated and coordinated system of community based mental health care to children, young people, and their families, providing safe, culturally competent, effective, cost efficient, timely and accessible services that are in accordance with national and local priorities and responsive to the needs and views of local children, young people and their families.

2a

To provide clinical input to the team, delivering practice within best evidence and to the highest possible standard. The post will rotate across teams within the CAMHS service.

3a

For non-medical prescribers the role will involve the use of an evidence-based approach to assess and make an informed prescribing decision for a defined caseload of children and young people. This will be based on a clear theoretical framework and will take full account of the child or young persons developmental needs, gender, ethnicity, religion, race, ability, and sexual orientation.

4a

The post holder will be responsible for engaging and demonstrating ongoing CPD in relation to prescribing practice, and to support other clinicians undergoing the training.

5a

To contribute to a positive working environment and open learning culture, which supports high morale and commitment within the Community Mental Health Team promoting wellbeing, personal development, and continuous improvement in the standards of business activities and professional practice.

6a

The post holder will demonstrate effective skills in the assessment and reassessment of risk and complex behaviour issues and communicate concerns accurately in a timely fashion. This is inclusive of priority assessments and requires multi-agency responses to risk assessment and risk management plans.

7a

The post holder will make an autonomous decision about the treatment, time of discharge, and agree with the child, young person, and family/carers as well as multi-agency key partners. Communicate a summary of the work undertaken and how to sustain improvements made and include correspondence to General Practitioner.

8a.

To work with children/young people/families and professionals working with them, to reduce the stigma associated with mental health and contribute to the embedding of a positive message about maintaining good mental health.

9a

The post holder will be expected to draw upon experience and knowledge gained through training and practice relating to child development, child and adolescent mental health and adult mental health.

10a

The post holder is required to maintain high effective standards in the recording of clinical observations and actions, risk and risk management including child protection in health records.

11a

All roles may involve work with families at their homes, education, and community settings and at base as appropriate/required by children/young people and their families.

12a

The post holder will strongly adhere to culturally competent and anti-discriminatory practice, promote equity of opportunity, and use their professional position to empower others and challenge power imbalances where they are found to exist.

13a

The post holder will contribute to the CAMHS Duty Rota which operates daily.

14a

All CAMHS clinicians are expected to promote the mental health and emotional well-being of children and young people

15a

The post holder will play a role in encouraging and co-coordinating collaboration between all agencies by attending multi-agency meetings such as multi-agency CAF meetings, child protection case conferences, education reviews etc, to provide a mental health perspective.

16a

The post holder will develop excellent and effective communication skills, applicable to working both with young people, their families, and professional systems. Acting as a point of liaison between specialist CAMHS and universal services to ensure improved communication and collaboration via a range of different interfaces, forums, and meetings e.g., presenting at meetings within Plymouth.

17a

Maintain good activity records and provide them in a timely manner for inputting onto the electronic system.

18a

Be available for and make use of clinical supervision, child protection supervision and operational line management supervision.

19a

The Post holder is responsible for attending clinical supervision a minimum requirement of an hour per month.

20a

The post holder will need to organize their own workload under the support and supervision of Clinical Team Manager

21a

Maintain health records to the standards required by LSW.

22a

Contribute to a strong team ethos of enquiry, development, and improvement.

23a

Contribute to the development of team protocols and clinical practice, proposing changes for discussion.

24a

Participate in team meetings, for example allocation, supervision, reflective practice, case discussions.

25a

The post holder will strongly adhere to anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice, promote equity of opportunity, and use their professional position to empower others and challenge power imbalances where they are found to exist.

26a

Keep up to date with CAMHS developments taking place nationally in line with service objectives.

27a

To participate in audit and quality and patient safety activity in line with service objectives.

28a

Input to the electronic system as appropriate e.g., child protection supervision coding.

29a

To be aware of and familiar with LSW policy and procedure and operate within that e.g., lone working policy.

30a

To maintain high standards of infection prevention and control in day-to-day delivery of practice.

31a

To measure and make available clinical outcome measures within an agreed system.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience (both work and life related)
• Experience of working in a multi-agency and/or multi-disciplinary context.
• Experience of post-registration working with children and young people who have experienced mental health and psychological well-being difficulties.
• Experience in assessment, inc risk, care planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Maintaining own safety in Community settings by working within relevant policy and having completed or be willing to complete breakaway training or equivalent.
• Experience of effective working with families of different cultural backgrounds.
• Experience of working within multi-agency safeguarding systems e.g., child protection conferences, child in need meetings
• Experience of managing demanding and difficult professionals/young people/colleagues
• Experience of managing your own caseload and of working with a team approach

Desirable

• Experience of service evaluation

Qualifications

Essential

• Core qualification in any Mental health modality such as Nursing / Social Worker / Psychology
• Appropriate Registration relevant to professional qualification

Desirable

• Post graduate training qualification in methods of working with children with mental health problems, e.g., counselling, systemic practice or post grad diploma in child and adolescent mental health
• Evidence of Mentorship and sign off mentor qualifications

Skills

Essential

• Mental Health and Risk assessment, care planning, evaluation and intervention skills
• Well established case management skills and good organizational skills with ability to prioritize
• Well developed communication skills both oral and written
• Commitment to anti-oppressive practice
• Ability to work in partnership and in collaboration with others, both in and out of own agency/professional background.
• Commitment to own learning and professional development.
• Reflective Practitioner

Desirable

• Culturally competent assessment and intervention skills
• Specific therapeutic skills relevant to working with children and families
• Consultation skills.
• Training skills
• Self motivating and able to work on own initiative

Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• Ability to work flexibly (hours of work and duties) both as an individual and with other colleagues in LSW and with partner agencies.
• Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments where required.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and documents pertaining
• to children, e.g., Children Act 2004, Child Protection, National Service Framework, Every Child Matters etc. Learning Disability specific legislation and documents, Aiming High for Disabled Children, Valuing People, Mansell report, Mental Capacity Act.
• Knowledge of a range of mental health problems and disorders affecting children and young people.
• Knowledge of theories of child development and their application to practice.
• An understanding of resilience and vulnerability

Desirable

• Knowledge of different models of therapy, e.g., Applied Behavior Analysis and at least one other therapeutic modality e.g. CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, solution focussed therapy etc

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

200 Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Participate in duty doctor and triage responsibilities, managing same-day and urgent patient demand.
• Hold and manage a personal patient list, providing continuity of care where appropriate.
• Provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care services to the practice population. Undertake face-to-face, telephone and online consultations as appropriate.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in line with current clinical guidelines.
• Prescribe safely and effectively in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records at all times. Participate in practice clinical meetings and multidisciplinary team working.
• Contribute to safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults.
• Support the training and development of GP trainees and other healthcare professionals where appropriate.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of practice services.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Fully qualified General Practitioner with current registration on the GMC GP Register.
• Licensed to practice in the UK.
• Inclusion on a Medical Performers List or eligibility for inclusion.
• Experience of working within UK General Practice.
• Ability to manage a broad range of clinical presentations across all age groups.
• Excellent consultation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to clinical governance, patient safety and continuous professional development.
• Competent use of clinical IT systems and electronic patient records.

Desirable

• Experience of using EMIS Web.
• Previous involvement in GP training or medical education.
• Experience in quality improvement projects, audit or service development.
• Interest in elderly care, long-term condition management or another specialist clinical area relevant to primary care.
• Experience working in a training practice.

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

Dr R Mapara & Partners

Address

Parkwood Surgery

Parkwood Drive

Hemel Hempstead

Hertfordshire

HP1 2LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This job description outlines the current main responsibilities of the post. However, the duties of the post may change and develop over time and this job description may, therefore, be amended in consultation with the post holder.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Information management skills
• Establishing and maintaining office systems
• Experience of medical rota management.
• Experience working within a medical environment

Desirable

• NHS Experience
• Familiar with Medical Staffing grading
• Knowledge of Trust system Patchwork
• Knowledge of Lorenzo

Qualifications

Essential

• oGCSE (or equivalent) English, Grade C or above

Desirable

• oNVQ 2 in business studies or equivalent

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular Word, Excel, Power point and Outlook
• Ability to manage a busy and varied workload
• Resilient, able to manage setbacks
• Ability to deal with all levels of staff under difficult circumstances
• Excellent organisational skills

Specific role requirements

Essential

• Ability to work to deadlines, under pressure
• Extremely well organised and motivated
• Ability to Multitask

Emotional Effort

Essential

• Experience of dealing with sensitive and distressing issues

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

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)

Address

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust

Lovely Lane

Warrington

WA5 1QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about this post.

The Job Description has been submitted to the Royal College of Psychiatrists for approval.

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If youd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration and Licence to Practise
• On GMC Specialist Register or eligible within 6 months at time of interview
• Section 12 approval
• AC status or or eligible within 6 months at time of interview

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge, skills and experience relevant to post

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bickerstaffe House, Ormskirk District General Hospital

Wigan Road

Ormskirk

L39 2JW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about this post.

The Job Description was approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists on 4 October 2024.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration and Licence to Practise
• On GMC Specialist Register or eligible within 6 months of interview
• Section 12 approved
• AC status or within 6 months of interview

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge, skills and experience relevant to this post

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darwen Resource Centre

Albert Street

Darwen

BB3 1AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

This is the perfect opportunity to be part of a diverse team providing assessment, advice, and referrals

As a Bank Home Visiting HCA you will be considered a key individual in executing Greenwich Healths home visiting service on behalf of participating practices. Without you, the service will not function efficiently

You will be working independently out in the patients residence, but also in collaboration with individuals offering clinical and logistical support. You will also have the induction support of being shadowed by a senior clinician for your first few sessions to ensure full comfortability in the role.

On your shift you will be expected to work independently, using your own initiative. You will perform foot checks, phlebotomy, height and weight measurements, peak flow and a range of other tasks for housebound patients.

This is a genuine opportunity to be a part of something new and exciting in South-East London, with a real opportunity for personal growth and to support housebound patients in your area. The service will run 1-2 days a week, which is the frequency at which shifts will be available.

Security and safeguarding measures will be in place, such as a GPS tracking alarm to carry, as well as regular communication with a coordinator to share any concerns. A lone worker policy is also in place.

For employees over the age of 25, use of the Greenwich Health car to travel between sites will be available. For those under 25, mileage will be covered by the company for using your own vehicle.

Candidates will be required to:

- Have up-to-date Basic Life Support Certification in Adult and Paediatric

- Have up to date Mandatory Statutory Training

- Be a team player, able to follow instruction and guidance from clinical seniors

- Demonstrate the Organisational values.

- Work well under pressure

- Work independently and make decisions

- Use excellent communication skills

- Travel to different sites throughout the day

Principal duties and responsibilities

HCA Home Visit/ Long Term Conditions Protocol

- Working with the admin co-ordinator, sending a PEM to the patients practice, highlighting any areas that need referrals etc.

- Checking equipment/paperwork necessary for the home visit, ensuring all is returned to base office and equipment used is replaced

- Complete the checklist/sign in & out sheet

- Carry out the required patient checks

- Ensure all findings are recorded onto the patients record using EMIS.

- Ensure communication is made with the service phone before and after each home visit

- Logging start and end mileage in mileage log

- Return to the office and ensure any equipment used is replaced.

- Observations and information to be gathered by HCA are below

Examination

Height

Weight

BMI

BP

Pulse

Pulse rhythm

Oxygen saturation level

Diabetic Foot check

Peak flow (Asthma)

Lifestyle

Alcohol

Smoking

Exercise do they do any chair based exercise, go in the garden etc,

Bloods, (if relevant to patients condition management)

Urinalysis

Communication and Relationship Skills

- Demonstrate excellent communication skills when collaborating with clinical and administrative team members as well as external partners, particularly our practices.

- Able to identify and take into consideration barriers to understanding and employs appropriate methods to ensure effective communication particularly where barriers are clinical in nature.

- Provide emotional support to patients and carers

- Be aware of the procedures to follow if concerned regarding the protection of children.

- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others.

- Hold good relationship building skills to develop strong relationships with key individuals within practices and the local healthcare system

Analytical and Judgmental Skills

- Implement care plans as prescribed.

- Be responsible for monitoring health, safety and security of self and others and promote best practice in the clinical environment

- Take part in activities to counter these to ensure the delivery of safe and effective care.

- Ensure that high standards of care are given and maintained and act when standards are not being met.

Planning and Organisational Skills

- Plan, organise and prioritise own daily workload.

- Recognise, prevent, and diffuse potential areas of conflict and where required take a key role in the management of the outcome.

- To exercise good personal time management and punctuality.

- To work alongside the home visit coordinator to travel pre-organised routes between patient residencies

Physical Skills

- Demonstrate competence in the use of all clinical equipment used in the overall care of patients within the scope of service.

- Demonstrate competence in diagnostic skills such as venepuncture/cannulation.

- Demonstrate clinical treatment skills such as Plaster of Paris and Dressings.

- Have competent computer / keyboard skills including ability to utilise software programmes required to provide the service.

Patient/Client Care

- Establish effective communication with patients and carers / relatives.

- Ensure that appropriate action is taken to protect vulnerable patients and that they can access/receive the appropriate care.

- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others.

- Promote peoples equality, diversity, and rights.

- Identify clinical issues and incidents within the service that reduce the quality of care bringing any issues to the attention of the management team.

- Take part in activities to counter these to ensure the delivery of safe and effective care.

- The post holder is responsible for always ensuring the safety of patients and promoting a safety culture through the effective management of risk.

Responsibilities for Policy and Service Development

- Act as an ambassador and role model for Greenwich Health.

Responsibilities for Finance

- Ensure all clinical equipment used are well maintained and cleansed as required.

Responsibilities for HR

- Act always in accordance with professional code of conduct and guiding documents, Health Care Standards.

- Adhere to Company Policy & Procedure.

- Attend all mandatory training relevant for the post.

Responsibility for Information Resources

- Maintain confidential and comprehensive patient records.

- Participate in collection of patient satisfaction surveys for the service as required.

Research and Development

- Support the clinical lead in ensuring the clinical environment is conducive to effective learning.

Person Specification

FACTORS

DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

Education and Qualifications

NVQ Health and social care

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Previous Experience of delivering long term health condition checks

Baseline Observation measurements

Venepuncture and Cannulation

Communication Skills

Good interpersonal and customer service skills

Good written presentation skills

Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders

Personal Skills

Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative

Ability to work under pressure and to prioritise own workload

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Please note this role requires the successful applicant to have a valid drivers license and their own car to use for travel between home visiting appointments

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Health and social care

Desirable

• NVQ Health and social care

Experience

Essential

• Previous Experience of delivering long term health condition checks
• Baseline Observation measurements
• Venepuncture and Cannulation
• Phlebotomy certificate
• Driver's license and own car

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

Greenwich Health Ltd

Address

25 John Wilson Street

London

SE18 6PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.greenwich-health.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Karen Bowden Position: Senior Sister Email: [email protected]

Shortlisting Date: 09/10/2026 Interview Date: 20/10/2026

A 10 month secondment post has become available on J81 Bexley Intensive Care Unit at St James Hospital.

The jobholder will play an essential role assisting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse with the 24-hour continuing responsibility for the effective and efficient management of the ward. They will contribute to the provision of professional, clinical, managerial leadership and supervision for the nursing team.

The jobholder is responsible for helping to develop and maintain our ward philosophy, that has the patient at the centre of compassionate safe and quality care delivery. By assisting with managing the administrative and financial aspects of the ward, the jobholder will support the cost-effective use of resources.

As an experienced nurse the jobholder will assist in co-ordinating activities on the ward ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times, providing support to qualified and unqualified nurses within the ward. He/she will play a key role in the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.

J81 Bexley Intensive Care Unit

Bexley Wing is a major 12-storey clinical building at St James University Hospital in Leeds primarily housing the Leeds Cancer Centre. It serves as one of the largest and most comprehensive single-site cancer treatment facilities in Europe. Bexley ICU is a 15 bedded multi-speciality unit providing Critical Care for both Intensive Care and High Dependency patients and provides specialist care for Pancreatic, Upper Gastrointestinal, Hepatology, Thoracic, Gastroenterology, Gynaecology, Haematology and Oncology patients.

Adult Critical Care consists of 5 critical care units, 2 at St James’ Hospital (J54 Lincoln ICU and J81 Bexley ICU), and 3 units at Leeds General Infirmary (Cardiac Critical Care, General Critical Care and Neurosurgical Critical Care).

Adult Critical Care is committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice so that our organisation is an inclusive, welcoming, and inspiring place to work, regardless of age, disability, trans identity or history, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

If you would like any further details regarding this post, please contact the Recruiting Manager.

The jobholder will act as a role model, promoting quality evidence-based practice, developing the nursing team and ensuring effective management of the ward in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.

The role of the band 6 nurse is pivotal in the success of the team. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate good leadership qualities, have an ability to motivate team members, have evidence of supporting change management, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A commitment to professional development and the development of the team is essential.

The jobholder will be expected to support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe, quality care to patients, ensuring we deliver a positive patient experience.

The role of the Band 6 nurse is to anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available, helping to maintain a safe working environment.

Criteria

Essential Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN Adult for adult clinical areas or RN Child for children’s areas (Level 1 or 2)

Be in possession of a post graduate certificate in Critical Care (Steps 2/3 or equivalent course relevant to specialty) (see attached addendum)

Recognised teaching/assessing qualification

Evidence of continued professional development

Essential Experience

Significant post registration experience at staff nurse level or equivalent working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues

Local and national nursing agenda

Essential Skills

Compassionate and caring

Capable of lateral thinking

Motivator of self and others

Assertive, courageous, flexible & adaptable

Please see the attached job description and addendum 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

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Rachna Srivastava, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5904. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below

Person Specification

Education Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS and Full registration with GMC

Desirable

• Other Higher degree or diploma

Skills Abilities

Essential

• Experience managing acute urology admissions

Desirable

• Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives
• Experience of audit management

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years urology experience (or equivalent ST3+)

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

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Urology Medical Staff

Ilford

IG3 8YB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical practice:

Practice independently in accordance with NMC code of conduct and with reference to practice guidelines, appropriately referring to GPs.

Carry out a wide range of treatment room duties, e.g. wound care, venepuncture, blood pressure checks, ECGs, injections and immunisations, leg ulcer management, if appropriately trained.

To actively encourage, develop and provide general and specific health screening/health promotion to the practice population, with referral to the doctors as necessary, in the areas of Travel, Hypertension screening, Diet, Smoking cessation and other lifestyle factors, as agreed within practice protocols.

To participate in the cervical screening programme by raising patient awareness, competently carrying out cervical sampling, and ensuring results are delivered and acted upon appropriately. To keep an audit of results for competency.

To help in the development and maintenance of Chronic Disease Registers and autonomously provide clinical nursing interventions that will support the management of both National and Local Programmes e.g. Asthma, COPD, Diabetes, Coronary Heart Disease, as appropriately trained.

To participate in the anticoagulant management clinic after appropriate training.

To participate/work autonomously in Contraceptive Health clinics, if appropriately trained.

To assist with minor surgery, if necessary.

Ensure continuation of own personal and professional development, facilitated by utilisation of clinical supervision networks.

To work with due regard for Health and Safety standards within the practice, including infection control procedures.

Maintain accurate documentation of care and utilisation of IT.

To participate in the development of protocols/guidelines and procedures, as required.

To adhere to all practice policies and procedures.

To report any risks to the Practice Manager.

To attend Practice Nurse meetings.

To attend practice meetings, as appropriate.

To complete all necessary mandatory training and eLearning modules.

Communication:

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

Communicate effectively with other team members.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers.

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

To assist in maintaining effective communication systems with all practice team members, other agencies and the voluntary sector.

Confidentiality:

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

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

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

Health & Safety:

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

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.

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

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.

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

Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity:

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

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

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

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

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.

To undertake any other reasonable duties within the skills of the postholder, as required by the practice

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Asthma training and experience
• COPD training and experience
• Experience of working in a GP Practice

Desirable

• Experience of working with SystmOne

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

Hillfoot Surgery

Address

126 Owlcotes Road

Pudsey

West Yorkshire

LS28 7QR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Post Title: Clinical Pharmacist

Working Hours: 3 days

Reports to: Practice Manager & HR / Prescribing Lead Partner

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for supporting the partners in implementing effective medicine management within the practices, identifying areas for improvement, and initiating and managing change.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and manage a medicines management plan and deliver patient services as determined by practice policy and local and national guidance.

Lead the prescribing teams in best prescribing practice for long term condition management with a view to improving the quality of patient care with cost effective solutions.

Patient / clinical services

Provide medication review services to patients via clinics in the practice, domiciliary visits and in residential and nursing homes, and to deliver pharmaceutical care plans that maximise cost-effective prescribing and improve the quality of patient care.

Provide long term condition management services to patients via clinics in the practice, domiciliary visits and in residential and nursing homes, in line with care and support planning principles.

Assist partners with the appropriate monitoring and management of their prescribing budgets.

Help plan, develop and support the introduction of new working processes within the practice to optimise the quality of prescribing.

Responsibility for administration

To provide regular support and feedback to practice on prescribing action plans

To produce quarterly reports on practice progress to the lead GP for medicines management

To update and maintain accurate patient medication records on the practices clinical computer systems, including advice given and action taken.

To advise the primary health care team on the safe and secure handling of controlled drugs and other medicines, ensuring compliance with medicines legislation.

Communication

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

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

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

Confidentiality:

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

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

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

Health & safety:

The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management their own and others health and safety and infection control 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 (but will not be limited to):

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines

Correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Use and monitoring of the correct use of Standard Operating Procedures for cleaning and infection control

Responsible for correct hand hygiene of self and others

Ownership of infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols within the team

Active observation of current working practices across the team in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses / training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes

Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that provision of hand-cleansing facilities, wipes etc. are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate.

Safe management of sharps procedures, including training, use, storage and disposal

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile, and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management

Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised

Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards / risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with other sector managers

Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum twice annually)

Routine management of own team / team areas, and maintenance of work space standards

Waste management, including collection, handling, segregation, container management, storage and collection

Spillage control procedures, management and training

Decontamination control procedures, management and training, and equipment maintenance

Maintenance of sterile environments

Correct cleaning of equipment used for near patient testing, such as blood glucose monitoring equipment and smokelysers, using the manufacturers instructions as appropriate

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity:

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

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

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

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

Personal/Professional development:

The post-holder will have a named mentor at each practice. The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include:

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

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

Quality:

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

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

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

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

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication:

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

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.

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

Participate in audit where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Clinical Pharmacist registered with the GPhC
• Experience working in primary care or general practice
• Dispensing experience and willingness to support dispensary operations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload
• Experience using EMIS clinical system
• Experience in dispensing GP practice

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber qualification

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

Nettlebed Surgery

Address

Wanbourne Lane

Henley-on-Thames

RG9 5AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full job description available upon request - main duties of theDocument Management Administratorposition are detailed above.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated
• Forward thinker
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills, including audio typing
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow policy and procedures
• Ability to recognise and correctly use basic medical terminology when processing documents and workflow tasks
• Ability to follow policy and procedures
• Demonstrates attention to detail while maintaining efficiency in high-volume tasks

Desirable

• EMIS / DOCMAN user skills
• Knowledge of GP practice administrative processes (e.g., workflow, deductions, PCSE processes

Experience

Essential

• Previous administrative experience in a busy office environment

Desirable

• Previous experience in a GP surgery, healthcare, or NHS setting
• Experience of clinical coding and summarising medical records

Other requirements

Essential

• Willingness to undertake further training and development
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

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

Victoria Medical Centre

Address

Victoria Medical Centre

Victoria Drive

Eastbourne

East Sussex

BN20 8NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A GP receptionist serves as the first point of contact for patients. Providing administrative support, managing appointments and ensuring smooth practice operations whilst maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Key responsibilities:

Patient interactions and reception duties:

Greeting patients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner both in person, via telephone and over email.

Booking, amending and cancelling appointments using clinical systems.

Assisting patients in accessing appropriate services or health care professionals efficiently.

Acting as a chaperone during clinical examinations when required once adequate training is provided.

Providing information about practice arrangements to prospective new or temporary patients.

Administrative and clerical tasks:

Processing repeat prescription requests and online consultation requests according to practice guidelines.

Managing patient records which will involve coding and filing correspondence and medical notes.

Supporting clinicians with administrative tasks.

Maintaining the tidiness, safety and security of the practice premises.

Attending staff meetings and undertaking training as required.

Confidentiality and compliance:

Handling sensitive patient information with strict confidentiality.

Following practice policies and procedures and written protocols to ensure compliance with both practice and NHS standards.

Reporting potential risks and supporting health, safety and infection control measures to senior members of staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good communication skills, oral and written
• Good team working
• Good interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Flexibility
• Keyboard skills
• Well mannered and well presented
• Patient, tolerant, tactful and discreet
• Enthusiastic, honest and reliable

Desirable

• Self-motivating
• Demonstrate initiative
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Able to tolerate and manage stress

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working with computers and the general public

Desirable

• Experience as a Medical Receptionist in a GP Surgery
• Previous experience of customer care or dealing with members of public in a frontline 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dunstan Village Group Practice

Address

131 Earle Road

Liverpool

Merseyside

L7 6HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

To work together with the other palliative medicine consultants in the provision of medical services to patients of St Elizabeth Hospice, Ipswich Hospital, James Paget Hospital and East Coast Community Healthcare and to support the related multidisciplinary staff. To develop services and improve integrated working between local Palliative Care providers (Hospice, Hospital and in the wider community of the Integrated Care Systems). This post will predominantly support provision of community palliative care services.

General

This post is 0.9 WTE. Terms and Conditions will be based on the current NHS Consultant Contract (see Job Plan below) with the postholders contract held at the Hospice. There will be honorary contract with the relevant partner organisations as required.

The new post holder will join a growing medical team who work collaboratively and supportively to cover services across the two service areas, and rotation of area of responsibility is usual.

Current Medical consultant provision is 4.9 WTE of which 0.2 WTE supports Ipswich hospital alongside another 1.65 WTE consultant. There will be cover from the other consultants for leave and as need arises. There are also 3 full time Nurse Consultants embedded within the team, one of whom provides clinical and service development support for Great Yarmouth and Waveney services.

There are two Specialty Registrars on the East of England Palliative Medicine Specialty Training Scheme. There are also four middle grade doctors providing support to both the IPUs as well as the outpatient clinical areas. There are 6 GP vocational training scheme doctors on attachment rotating with other specialties and two foundation year doctors.

The team works closely alongside the full multidisciplinary team including nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists, healthcare assistants, nurse associates, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, counsellors, spiritual care workers and volunteers.

The On call commitment is currently approximately 1 in 8 second on call with 5% availability supplement. This provides telephonic medical and symptom control advice to St Elizabeth Hospice, Ipswich Hospital, West Suffolk Hospital and St Nicholas Hospice Care in Bury St Edmunds, James Paget Hospital (Gorleston), and community calls in Suffolk and the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area. This may involve taking calls from GPs, hospital doctors, nurses or allied healthcare professionals. There is no formal expectation of face to face reviews on call but should the consultant be on site during that time then this time will be deducted from their clinical PAs in the next week and remunerated accordingly. There may be the need to do occasional first on-call on an emergency basis and this will be compensated by a PA off in lieu for each PA done as first on-call (week night equals 1 PA and weekend equals 6 PAs).

Formal consultant appraisal is completed by the hospice appraisal team with St Elizabeth Hospice as the designated body and the Medical Director of the Hospice as Responsible Officer. The postholder will be supported through the appraisal and revalidation process.

All new consultants can be mentored by an established consultant within the organisation or by one of the consultants from the neighbouring Palliative Care service providers to enable them to settle into the post and to support them in their initial years as a consultant. Established consultants will also have access to mentoring or support as needed.

The postholder will have shared administrative support from a pool of administrators and will have a dedicated computer station in a shared office. Additional office facilities will be available if attending other sites of work. IT team support is available.

About our services

St Elizabeth Hospice serves the population of Ipswich, East Suffolk, Great Yarmouth and Waveney, and supported almost 4,000 patients and their families last year. It was established in 1989 and has an 18-bedded inpatient unit in Ipswich as well as a substantial community team, a virtual ward and a 24/7 telephone advice line called OneCall which is at the core of the Palliative and End of Life Care Co-ordination Hub.

The hospice delivers outpatient clinics, therapy, counselling and physiotherapy services, with a comprehensive bereavement programme called LivingGrief that supports families across East Suffolk. It also delivers an education programme collaboratively with St Helena Hospice in Colchester and Farleigh Hospice in Chelmsford, and works with the University of Suffolks Health and Wellbeing Institute.

The hospice is committed to encouraging Compassionate Communities as a public health approach to improving cultural confidence in supporting one another through the experience of dying, death and grief. Active research links are being established with University of Suffolk (UoS), University of East Anglia (UEA) and University of Cambridge. A research facilitator works as part of the team supported by NIHR funding.

Since 2019, the hospice has been sub-contracted by East Coast Community Healthcare (ECCH) to deliver specialist palliative care in Great Yarmouth and Waveney, six specialist palliative care beds within Beccles Hospital, a specialist community team and providing in-reach support to the James Paget University Hospital. Outpatient clinics operate out of Beccles Hospital, the Louise Hamilton Centre in Gorleston, Martham Health Centre and the Pear Tree centre in Halesworth. Our strategic partner ECCH hold the contract for Community Services for Great Yarmouth and Waveney, as part of the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System.

St Elizabeth Hospice delivers a transition programme for young adults moving on from the care of the local childrens hospice (EACH). This transition programme is called Zest and offers exchange days, medical support, social activity days and nurse-led short break respite care. There are currently 50 young adults registered with Zest and is being gradually extended to a wider geographical footprint.

In East Suffolk, the hospice works closely with Ipswich Hospital and is a full member of the Ipswich and East Suffolk Alliance. In Great Yarmouth and Waveney the hospice has representation on the Place Board. It is anticipated that the hospice will be fully represented on both Suffolk and Norfolk Die Well programme boards following the outcome of the ICB restructure.

The Hospice has a Chief Executive and a Senior Leadership Team which includes the Medical Director, Director of Care, Director of Income Generation and Chief Operating Officer.

St Elizabeth Hospice has 400 employees and 1,500 volunteers, including 800 volunteers in our 36 retail stores and two Moments coffee shops. We also have a social enterprise domiciliary care agency called St Elizabeth Care Agency, whose profits contribute to the hospices charitable funds.

Key responsibilities:

Professional and Managerial

1. On call will be based on NHS terms and conditions, and will be at 5% based on a frequency of 1 in 8. Should the frequency reduce then the availability supplement will be reiewed. There is no formal expectation of face to face reviews on call but should the consultant be on site during that time then this time will be deducted from their clinical PAs in the next week. The job plan will then be reviewed to determine if a designated PA is needed for on call.

2. To assist in the supervision of junior medical and other staff in the hospice, ensuring that medical care and practice follow professional guidelines and St Elizabeth Hospice Policies and Procedures. This includes acting as named clinical supervisor for trainees on GP training scheme.

3. To support effective liaison and communication with relevant disciplines in respect of all aspects of palliative and end of life care.

4. To attend multidisciplinary team meetings at St Elizabeth Hospice or in the community (such as GSF meetings).

5. To establish and provide outpatient clinics and day services at St Elizabeth Hospice or at other community sites as required and to undertake domiciliary visits as necessary.

6. To be responsible with the other consultants for the admission, inpatient care and discharge of patients at hospice inpatient sites.

7. To develop and maintain knowledge and skills to a level appropriate to the responsibilities of the post.

8. To work with colleagues in the development and provision of education and training in palliative care at St Elizabeth Hospice inpatient sites, Ipswich Hospital, James Paget Hospital and the community.

9. To contribute to the initiation and conduct of research projects in Palliative Care. Any agreed research activity will be in discussion with the medical director with appropriate SPA allocated to support the research project from existing SPA allowance or additional SPA if part time employees. Sessions as researchers with local research units may require acting as principle investigator or chief investigator and to maintain good clinical practice (GCP) training.

10. To initiate and participate in audit and quality improvement activity regarding palliative and end of life care in the hospice, hospital and community, and participate in all aspects of the hospice governance programme such as incident review and responding to complaints and concerns.

11. To represent the Hospice on local and national bodies as appropriate.

12. Formal consultant appraisal for revalidation will be completed by the hospice appraisal team with St Elizabeth Hospice as the designated body with the Medical Director of the Hospice as Responsible Officer. The hospice supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the Royal College of Physicians and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Effective communicator.
• Able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical, nursing and other healthcare staff.
• Flexible, able to cover colleagues absence.
• Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance.
• Car driver with driving licence (driving will be an essential part of day to day work in this area).

Desirable

• Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.

Management & Teaching

Essential

• Possession of basic management skills.
• Experience of postgraduate teaching.

Desirable

• Management course and /or qualification.
• Teaching skills course and /or qualification.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered medical qualification MRCP, MRCGP or equivalent.
• Full registration with GMC and name on Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine on date of taking up appointment.

Desirable

• Other Higher Degree or Diploma (eg Diploma or MSc in Palliative Medicine or MD).

Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in all aspects of palliative care, culminating in entry onto the GMC specialist register via CCT, CESR or European community rights.
• Experience in medical procedures such as paracentesis.

Desirable

• Experience of general medicine and other specialties such as oncology, care of the elderly, general practice.
• Advanced Communication skills course or qualification.

Administration & Audit

Essential

• Experience in day-to-day organisation of specialist palliative care services.
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
• Experience in undertaking and completing audit projects.

Desirable

• Familiar with current structure of NHS and conversant with recent initiatives and changes.
• Presentation or Publication of Audit results.

Research and publications

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles of medical research and of the palliative care literature.

Desirable

• Research experience.
• Publication of research and /or review article(s).

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

St Elizabeth Hospice

Address

565 Foxhall Road

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP3 8LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To improve children and young peoples mental health through the delivery of an integrated and coordinated system of community based mental health care to children, young people, and their families, providing safe, culturally competent, effective, cost efficient, timely and accessible services that are in accordance with national and local priorities and are responsive to the needs and views of local children, young people, and their families.

To support the delivery of consultation, liaison, and training to staff in Universal/targeted/specialist Services. To also provide clinical input to the team, delivering practice within best evidence and to the highest possible standard. The post sits within a multi-agency locality-based team within the city offering mental health assessment and treatment interventions in line with NICE Guidelines.

To contribute to a positive working environment and open learning culture, which supports high morale and commitment within the Community Mental Health Team promoting wellbeing, personal development, and continuous improvement in the standards of business activities and professional practice.

To work with children/young people/families and professionals working with them, to reduce the stigma associated with mental health and contribute to the embedding of a positive message about maintaining good mental health.

The Mental Health Practitioners (MHP) will be supported to develop the ability to provide specialist and autonomous, culturally competent mental health assessment, formulation of and implementation of specific care plans and review for children and young people and their families/carers following a request for involvement. The MHP will have skills that enable them to communicate that assessment in writing to the referrer and the General Practitioner. This information may also be required to be copied to any other relevant parties involved in the young persons care, with the young persons permission where appropriate.

All Mental Health Practitioners (MHP) must use an evidence-based approach to develop and implement a specialist program of intervention to a defined caseload of children and young people. These interventions will be based on a clear theoretical framework and will take full account of the child or young persons developmental needs, gender, ethnicity, religion, race, ability, and sexual orientation. The MHP will need to develop their skills and knowledge enabling them to draw on a range of therapeutic interventions, for example different psychotherapeutic models, non- verbal therapeutic approaches and other techniques adapted for use with children and young people. They will also need to develop an extensive knowledge of the full range of children and family services across all agencies.

Direct intervention by the MHP is undertaken according to the competencies of individuals. As a Band 6 clinician the expectation will be that the clinician takes a lead role in the delivery of the service and supervise the junior members of the team. It will be evidence based and informed by a clear theoretical framework. The MHP will describe the planned care within a written care plan, review, and update, which has been signed by the child/young person and/or parent/carer.

The MHP will develop the skills and knowledge enabling to choose an intervention and deliver that from a range of therapeutic modalities including systemic practice, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy.

The post holder will be expected to draw upon experience and knowledge gained through training and practice relating to child development, child and adolescent mental health and adult mental health.

The MHP will demonstrate effective skills in the assessment and reassessment of risk and communicate concerns accurately in a timely fashion. This is inclusive of priority assessments and requires multi-agency responses to risk assessment and risk management plans.

The MHP will develop skills and knowledge enabling them to make an autonomous decision about the time of discharge, and agree with the child, young person, and family/carers as well as multi-agency key partners. Communicate a summary of the work undertaken and how to sustain improvements made and include correspondence to General Practitioner.

The MHP is required to maintain high effective standards in the recording of clinical observations and actions, risk and risk management including child protection in health records.

The MHP will provide schools, and/or other community venues, with access to individual and small group therapeutic interventions for those pupils who require it, including working with families.

All MHPs work with families at their homes, education, and community settings and at base as appropriate/required by children/young people and their families.

The MHP will strongly adhere to culturally competent and anti-discriminatory practice, promote equity of opportunity, and use their professional position to empower others and challenge power imbalances where they are found to exist.

The MHP will provide consultation to staff in partner agencies and may be required to support junior staff in attendance at meetings/ EHAT/CP meetings.

Consultation is offered to all professionals to identify the nature and level of the childs mental health need so that an appropriate CAMHS response can be defined and actioned.

Offer consultation and support to CAMHS wider system

All MHPs promote the mental health and emotional well-being of children and young people

The MHP will play a major role in encouraging and co-coordinating collaboration between all agencies by attending multi-agency meetings such as multi-agency EHAT meetings, child protection case conferences, education reviews etc., to provide a mental health perspective.

The MHP will be required to have excellent and effective communication skills, applicable to working both with young people, their families, and professional systems. Acting as a point of liaison between specialist CAMHS and universal services to ensure improved communication and collaboration via a range of different interfaces, forums, and meetings e.g., presenting at meetings within Plymouth.

The post holder will be required to contribute to the delivery of education and training to professionals in multi-agency universal services.

Contribute to team

Contribute to the development of team protocols and clinical practice, proposing changes for discussion. Maintain good activity records and input them onto the electronic recording system in a timely manner.

Maintain good activity records and provide them in a timely manner for inputting onto the electronic system.

Be available for and make use of clinical supervision, child protection supervision and operational line management supervision.

The Post holder is responsible for attending clinical supervision a minimum requirement of an hour per month.

The post holder will need to organize their own workload under the support and supervision of Clinical Team Manager

Maintain health records to the standards required by LSW

Contribute to a strong team ethos of enquiry, development, and improvement.

Contribute to the development of team protocols and clinical practice, proposing changes for discussion.

Participate in team meetings, for example allocation, supervision, reflective practice, case discussions.

The post holder will strongly adhere to anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice, promote equity of opportunity, and use their professional position to empower others and challenge power imbalances where they are found to exist.

Keep up to date with CAMHS developments taking place nationally in line with service objectives.

To participate in audit and quality and patient safety activity in line with service objectives.

Input to the electronic system as appropriate e.g., child protection supervision coding.

To be aware of and familiar with LWSW policy and procedure and operate within that e.g., lone working policy.

To maintain high standards of infection prevention and control in day-to-day delivery of practice.

To measure and make available clinical outcome measures within an agreed system. This is most likely to be the CAMHS Outcomes Research Consortium.

Please refer to the relevant job description which has been attached to this job application/ advert.

Person Specification

Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• Ability to work flexibly (hours of work and duties) both as an individual and with other colleagues in Livewell Southwest and with partner agencies.
• Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments where required.

Desirable

• Adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Disability Discrimination Act.

Experience

Essential

• Experience (both work and life related)
• Experience of working in a multi-agency and/or multi-disciplinary
• context.
• Experience of working with the care systems both directly with
• Children and young people and professionals within the care
• system.
• Experience of post-registration working with children and young
• people who have experienced mental health difficulties.
• Experience in assessment, inc risk, care planning, intervention, and
• evaluation.
• Maintaining own safety in Community settings by working within
• relevant policy and having completed or be willing to complete
• breakaway training or equivalent.
• Experience of effective working with families of different cultural
• backgrounds.
• Experience of working within multi-agency safeguarding systems
• e.g., child protection conferences, child in need meetings

Desirable

• Experience of service evaluation

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and documents pertaining
• to children, e.g., Children Act 2004, Child Protection, National Service Framework, Every Child Matters etc. Learning Disability specific legislation and documents, Aiming High for Disabled Children, Valuing People, Mansell report, Mental Capacity Act.
• Knowledge of a range of mental health problems and disorders affecting children and young people who are in care.
• Knowledge of theories of child development and their application to practice.
• An understanding of resilience and vulnerability

Desirable

• Knowledge of different models of therapy, e.g., Applied Behavior Analysis and at least one other therapeutic modality e.g., CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, solution focussed therapy etc.

Qualifications

Essential

• Core qualification in any Mental health modality such as Nursing /
• CPN/ Social Work / Psychology
• Appropriate Registration relevant to professional qualification
• Post graduate training qualification in methods of working with
• children with mental health problems, e.g., counselling, systemic
• practice or post grad diploma in child and adolescent mental health

Skills

Essential

• Mental Health and Risk assessment, care planning, evaluation, and intervention skills
• Well established case management skills and good organizational skills with ability to prioritize
• Well-developed communication skills both oral and written
• Commitment to anti-oppressive practice
• Ability to work in partnership and in collaboration with others, both in and out of own agency/professional background.
• Commitment to own learning and professional development.
• Reflective Practitioner

Desirable

• Culturally competent assessment and intervention skills
• Specific therapeutic skills relevant to working with children and families
• Consultation skills.
• Training skills
• Self-motivating and able to work on own initiative

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

200 Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Management and Leadership Responsibilities:All staff in each Division are managerially accountable through their Lead Clinician to the Associate Medical Director, who has overall responsibility for the services within the Division. Consultants are key members of the Division and are accountable and responsible for leading changes to service that will improve the patient experience. To support the Clinical Lead in policy and strategy development as a senior member of the Division Management Team. To contribute to the leadership and development of Services under the direction of the Clinical Lead and Associate Medical Director and in line with the Trusts business plans. The post holder will ensure effective communication and involvement of staff across the Division including support to the Divisional Director to achieve their objectives. Work in partnership with colleagues in other Divisions within the Trust.

Please find attached a full job description and person specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC
• CCT (or equivalent for non-UK applicants of equivalent status), or be accredited (or equivalent), and be on the GMC Specialist Register in the specialty appropriate for this consultant post at the time of taking up the consultant appointment. Alternatively, candidates can hold or be within 6 months of their CCT at interview
• MRCP (UK) or equivalent

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Clinical training/experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT
• Expertise in full range of Cardiology conditions
• Ability to lead a multi-professional team and take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
• Trained in complex pacing and experience with conduction system pacing
• Recent experience of emergency trans-venous temporary pacing and pericardiocentesis (mentorship will be available by negotiation) - maintenance of emergency on call skills
• Sub-speciality interests will be supported

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital NHS Trust

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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