Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Main duties of the Job for a brief overview and then the attached Job Description for further full details.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Trust vision, values and behaviours and strategic objectives
• Understanding of the role of the Healthcare Support Worker in the hospital setting

Other Requirements

Essential

• Able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy
• Treat patients, visitors and colleagues with respect
• Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the patients, the team, the service and the Trust. This could include shift work during a 7-day working pattern
• Residing in the UK with a valid right to work documentation to work in the UK

Qualifications

Essential

• Functional level of English and Maths
• Care Certificate in Acute Care achieved through the NHS
• Level 3 qualification

Desirable

• Recognised level 3 Health and Social Care qualification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of six months employed experience as a Healthcare Support Worker in the NHS
• Working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience training and supporting new staff
• Previous experience in Ophthalmology

Skills

Essential

• Excellent people, communication and telephone skills
• Ability to work without constant supervision and as part of a team
• To be organized and be able to work under pressure
• You are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment and service or support as appropriate to your role.
• Patient facing roles - be able to understand an individual's communication, physical & emotional needs; recognise their needs and preferences.

Desirable

• You have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to your role
• Extended Clinical Skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford and St Peters NHS Foundation Trust

London Road

Ashford

TW15 3AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Bachelor's Degree
• Registered with NMC

Clinical skills and experience

Essential

• Basic IT Skills.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop working relationships with others.
• Time management and personal organisation skills.
• Recent clinical experience in an acute Trust.
• Delivery of evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrates patient focused approach.

Desirable

• Local nursing standards. National Patient Survey.
• Evidence of facilitating learning in practice.
• Evidence of on-going personal and professional development.

Personal/professional attributes

Essential

• Awareness and demonstration of NMC Code of Conduct.
• Upholds the Trust Values & professional behaviours.
• Supports the multidisciplinary working & build professional relationships.

Desirable

• Ability to apply emotional intelligence and resilience.

Other requirements

Essential

• Awareness of Clinical Governance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various

Canterbury/Ashford/Margate

CT1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities: To participate in the provision of the cardiac rhythm management including remote monitoringservice, related actions on field safety notices (FSNs) and technical invasive cardiologyservice and assist during the full range of cardiac procedures undertaken within diagnosticsand the angiography suite. To maintain standards of technical competency in the provision of all technical cardiacprocedures (invasive and non-invasive). To assist with the efficient running of the technical service by prioritising the daily workloadwhere appropriate. To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintainingcontrol and requesting assistance as necessary. To be responsible for identifying equipment faults and directly resolve fault issues byreporting them in a timely manner. To provide first line interpretation and full technical reports of individual tests performed whilstreviewing/assisting with the reporting of studies performed by junior staff members. To remain up to date with latest trends in clinical physiology translating these into practiceand transferring this knowledge to staff within ones area of responsibility. To assist with research studies as required. To ensure all patients receive appropriate and individualised care. To undertake service provision and/or training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, asrequired. To participate in the 24/7 on-call service provided by the Clinical Physiology department, asrequired.Managerial: To ensure that all data entered on the invasive database is timely and accurate and thatstatistical records and audits are produced when required. To deputise for the Operational Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist when necessaryfor management of the department. To be responsible for the management of junior cardiac physiology personnel To assist with the recruitment and retention of staff within the Clinical MeasurementsDepartment To assist with all aspects of the organisation and performance of the invasive angiographyservice including management of the primary PCI rota and service for physiologists. To work with the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist to ensure proceduresare in place to achieve Government targets in Cardiac Physiology services To assist in the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies within the department inorder to achieve IQIPS accreditation. To implement local policies and guidelines and ensure these are adhered to at all times andensure these incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence-basedpractice To work in accordance with standards set by the Society for Cardiological Sciences andTechnology (SCST) and the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) To be familiar with the use of Cerner, Solus and Pacenet and any other computerisedsystems integral to the running of the department. Communication with manufacturers/suppliers regarding stock and/or equipmentmanagement; ensuring adequate stock control and that staff are aware of economical use ofsupplies To manage own time to achieve a balance between clinical and administrative duties. To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Operational Manager &Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his deputies. To authorise agency/overtime/sickness in line with local policies. To manage own time to achieve a balance between clinical and administrative duties.Personnel: To conduct self in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff at all times. To undertake service provision and/or training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, asrequired. To supervise the training, development and appraisal of professional competence of all staffwithin ones area of responsibility. To demonstrate leadership, achieving good morale with open communication between alllevels of staff and disciplines. Contribute to and actively participate in the correct reporting and handling of incidents andaccidents.Educational: To actively participate and commit to maintaining own personal professional development,identifying educational and clinical training needs in conjunction with the OperationalManager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist To maintain professional accreditation through appropriate Continuous Professional andPersonal Development. To ensure that own mandatory training is up to date. To participate in the training and development of local competencies of junior staff within thedepartment. To actively maintain a progressive learning environment for all grades and disciplines of staffwithin the area of responsibility. To support a rigorous training programme within the department ensuring all physiologistsattain state registration.Administration: To register patient attendances on the departments Solus database To book appointments onto Solus, facilitating patient choice To be familiar with Cerner, Solus and Pacenet to track patient progression, case notes, andpatient demographicand episode details. To order portering services on the Cerner to facilitate movement of patients and/orequipment. To communicate efficiently on the telephone with all staff, patients, and visitors To maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the department. To be cost-effective in the use of equipment and resources. To telephone patients who fail to attend for their appointment, rebooking patients as perpatient choice, and to telephone outstanding returns of ambulatory monitors. To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Operational Manager &Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his deputies. To conduct self in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff/students atall times. To undertake training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, as required. To amend patient bookings to reflect any changes in their procedure from that initially bookedonto the database. To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonablyfit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology or Equivalent
• Intermediate Life Support Skills
• HRUK or IBHRE in Devices
• Autonomous in CRM implants and follow-ups

Desirable

• Training qualification
• Higher Professional qualification/Masters level
• RCCP/ AHCS Registration

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive experience for cardiac rhythm management including remote monitoring service, FSN management and general physiological measurements experience
• Extensive knowledge of invasive cardiology with competency in simple and complex PCI, and simple/complex device implants
• Experience is participating with 24/7 PPCI service
• Demonstrate competency to lead in ECG, ETT, Ambulatory Monitoring, pacing and complex device follow-up
• Staff Teaching/ Mentoring

Desirable

• Staff management
• Experience of stock control

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to wear lead apron
• Ability to work extended working hours
• Ability to work cross-site if required
• Adaptable and flexible

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peters NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

*Please note that any set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change. *

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Full GMC registration with license to practice
• Specialist Register or within six months of CCT at time of scheduled interview
• Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical School
• Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
• Valid BLS Training
• Paediatric ENT fellowship
• Evidence of leadership attributes / experience
• Evidence of delivery for strategic transformational pathways

Desirable

• Higher degree, eg. MSc, MD, PhD
• Other awards / titles e.g., Honorary lecturer
• Other post graduate qualification or clear potential to achieve e.g., MD/PhD
• APLS, EPALS or NLS Instructor

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Is able to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to the Highest Specialist Training in ENT
• Commitment to maintaining & developing knowledge
• Displays sound professional judgement
• Good communication skills
• Evidence of participation in clinical audit/QI project
• Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
• Broad experience in the management of ENT elective surgery and emergency care
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment

Desirable

• Working in the NHS
• Delivering and leading clinical research including publication and training in a desirable sub-specialty
• Experience and formal appointment in teaching undergraduates
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Willingness to build a business case and set up new services

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Understanding of processes by which children and young people are kept safe
• Demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm for quality improvement
• Evidence of involvement in Audit/QI/Governance processes
• Ability to identify, assess, and manage clinical risk across outpatient, inpatient, theatre, and emergency settings
• Self-audit of outcomes
• Experience of incident reporting, investigation, and reflective practice in line with Trust and national patient safety processes

Desirable

• Training / experience in methodology for investigation of serious incidents
• Experience in governance or leadership roles
• Nationally or internationally recognised quality improvement/ service development
• Research qualification
• Involvement in research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

William Harvey Hospital

Ashford

TN24 0LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

*Please note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• CCST Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology, or will be achieving within 6 months of interview.

Desirable

• To hold MRCP (UK)
• Expertise in managing complex hepatology cases
• Post graduate gastroenterology qualifications - MD, PhD, ESEGH or equivalent

Skills and experience

Essential

• Experienced in all aspects of Gastroenterology

Desirable

• Special interest in Hepatology
• Expertise in managing acute and chronic liver disease of all aetiologies

Clinical governance

Essential

• Evidence of experience in Clinical Governance
• Experience of Audit

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

William Harvey Hospital

Ashford

TN24 0LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical

To contribute to the maintenance of patient care standards and to assist with the implementation of changes to care delivery systems, methods and practice in order to bring about improvements in the quality of care

To contribute to the development and implementation of personal professional standards which reflect customer requirements and best practice

Carry out planned care for a group of patients as part of the surgical team providing individualised patient care working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards

Have responsibility for the administration and custody of medicines in line with SPH policy and professional standards

Adhere to professional standards, highlighting to the line manager when standards are not seen to be met

Undertake practice assessments competently

Maintain accurate clinical observations of the patient and act accordingly on findings

Act as the patient advocate

Be clinically competent in all areas of clinical practice relevant to the post and banding

Ensure own professional knowledge is continuously updated

Work with the teams to attain and maintain a CQC rating of Good or Outstanding

You will play an important role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care and maintaining professional standards within the theatre setting. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate, forward-thinking clinician who is ready to be part of a skilled team, with a family atmosphere.

Key recommendations to ensure safe surgical practice

The role of the theatre scrub/recovery/anaesthetic practitioner should be undertaken by someone who has successfully completed a validated university programme of study that meets the nationally recognised standards underpinning the knowledge and skills required for the role

Theatre Scrub/Recovery/Anaesthetic Practitioners must ensure that they have appropriate indemnity cover

The Theatre Scrub/Recovery/Anaesthetic Practitioner scope of practice may be extended in line with service need

The Theatre Scrub/Recovery/Anaesthetic Practitioner s name and designation must be recorded within the perioperative documentation.

The practitioner acting as Scrub Practitioner must be focused upon the management of the intraoperative care required by the patient and therefore must not assume the additional duties such as that of the SFA.

In the event, that an employer considers that a dual role is required in minor surgery, then this must only be undertaken by a registered practitioner and the decision should be endorsed by a policy that fully supports this practice and should also be based on a risk assessment of each situation to ensure patient safety.

The policy and risk assessment should identify the skills, knowledge and competencies required and the category of surgery and situations for which the employing organisation determines the dual role as acceptable. If this is not in place, as part of an effective clinical governance framework, then scrub practitioners must NOT undertake SFA duties in a dual role.

Personal/Professional Development

To take every reasonable opportunity to maintain and improve your professional knowledge and competence

To participate in personal objective setting and review, including the creation of a personal development plan and the Trusts appraisal process.

Financial

Monitoring and maintaining stock levels. Report any deficiency to the Theatre Manager as appropriate.

Participates in effective resource management eg. staffing rotas, maintaining stock levels

Business Development

To assist in the implementation of new ideas and procedures.

To implement research-based nursing care, adhering to Spencer Private Hospitals Policies and Procedures

Quality

Assess patient care needs by planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within a multi-disciplinary team.

Completes the Perioperative Care Plan

Adheres to pharmaceutical codes of practice to include preparation, custody, ordering and documentation relating to controlled and prescribed drugs, as professionally qualified to do so

To adhere to professional codes of practice and to maintain active status on the relevant professional register

Carry out daily preparation and maintenance of relevant medical equipment e.g. anaesthetic, life support, surgical items and complete the appropriate documentation. Identify and report faults to senior staff

Participate, provide support and resuscitation skills as a member of the resuscitation team. Organise and deliver patient care and equipment during inter-department and inter-hospital patient transfers

To liaise with colleagues, medical staff and other agencies to ensure the timely delivery of prescribed patient care

Provide emergency theatre cover during major incidents when either on duty or called in from home

Facilitate the delivery of surgical procedures, including positioning of patients for surgery. Ensure the correct labelling and recording of specimens. Act as the circulating person in the support of the surgical team. Perform patient and environmental safety checks

Act as the scrub person in the surgical team with responsibility for providing the required range of sterile instruments and implants. Conduct safety checks of swabs/needles/instruments, in accordance with clinical guidelines. Complete the appropriate documentation

Participates in the delivery of the Governance agenda. Reports actual and near miss incidents promptly and appropriately. Takes effective action to minimize risk

To monitor patient condition for any adverse reactions and act upon appropriately under the supervision of senior members of the surgical team

Take all necessary precautions to protect self and others from contamination from body fluids, infectious materials and toxic substances encountered during daily practice and a working knowledge of infection control

To recognise and report abnormal clinical situations and report them to the Theatre Manager

To keep his or her knowledge updated about the procedures to be adopted in the event of fire, untoward incidents, major incidents, accidents and faulty equipment

To actively demonstrate an up to date knowledge of current clinical practice

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner
• NMC/HCPC Registered

Experience

Essential

• Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care
• Knowledge of research and evidence-based practice
• Knowledge of CQC
• Orthopaedic, general, gynae, urology, ENT surgeries or a desire to upskill to attain these
• Minimally invasive procedures
• Laser applications

Desirable

• Multiskilling - demonstrate competency in recovery and
• Endoscopy

Skills

Essential

• Good working knowledge of Word/Excel/Outlook
• Effective oral and written skills
• Ability to work as member of a teamt

Desirable

• Dealing with emergency situations within operating theatre department

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Remain alert and focused for long periods of time
• Long periods of peri-operative concentration
• Occasional demands and interruptions

Other

Essential

• Manual handling of patients and manoeuvring heavy instrumentation and equipment
• Frequent unpleasant working conditions; contact with body fluids, foul linen daily
• Daily contact with substances hazardous to health

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

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd

Address

Spencer Private Hospitals Limited

QEQM Hospital

Ramsgate Road

Margate

Kent

CT9 4BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform operating department duties under the direction of the Theatre Team Lead and assist the Consultants and work colleagues in a professional manner to ensure the smooth running, efficiency and high standards of patient care and safety. To maintain professional and individual accountability.

Surgical First Assistants (SFA) practice as part of the surgical team, under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon. Scrub skills would be an advantage.

The post holder will perform and assist in all aspects of surgical procedures to an expert level in line with personal competencies. They will be a point of knowledge for junior team members and act as a mentor to health professionals who wish to gain competencies within the field of surgery. The post holder will work with consultants in delivering and maintaining a high standard of surgical care before, during and after surgery.

Spencer Private Hospitals undertake a multiplicity of surgical procedures which include but are not limited to general surgery, orthopaedics gynaecology, urology, ENT and colorectal patients.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

The SFA is clinically responsible to the consultant surgeon - working under the direction and supervision of the consultant surgeon as a member of the surgical team.

The SFA is professionally accountable for their own actions and advanced practice and must comply with the local policies and procedures of the Trust and work within the boundaries of personal competencies and professional codes of performance, conduct and ethics.

Line Manager is the Theatre Sister

Work in close liaison with the Theatre staff and Consultant users

Liaison with staffing agencies and other hospital departments, wards, porters

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To work within the recognised role and framework as published by the Royal College of Surgeons for Surgical Care Practitioners and adhere to their voluntary code of conduct (RCS The surgical team 2014)

To provide competent, skilled assistance to the operating surgeon during the intra-operative period, undertaking advanced practice and highly specialised skills required for a wide spectrum of cases.

To have specialist and expert knowledge of human anatomy/physiology in relation to the surgery being undertaken.

Support and promote the development of clinical capability within your team and its application in delivery of service outputs.

Utilise appropriate tools, routines and behaviours to coach and develop the capability of your team to do a little every day to improve and deliver exceptional care aligned to the Spencer Hospitals strategic priority domains.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care and maintaining professional standards within the theatre setting. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate, forward-thinking, experienced SFA who is ready to be part of a skilled team, with a family atmosphere.

Personal/Professional Development

To take every reasonable opportunity to maintain and improve your professional knowledge and competence

To participate in personal objective setting and review, including the creation of a personal development plan and the Trusts appraisal process.

Clinical

Be accountable in the participation of operational and decision-making processes in theatre

Organise a smooth efficient work pattern within the theatres with maximum efficiency of the resources available

Participate as a member of the theatre team and to carry out safety checks on swabs, instruments, blades, needles etc

Act as circulating (runner) member of the theatre team when required

Assist in the preparation of theatre instrument sets and consumables.

Aid the Consultant Anaesthetist as anaesthetic assistant.

To be familiar with WHO Surgical safety checklist and ensure compliance within the team.

To comply with theatre safety and operational policies in relation to swabs, instruments, blades and needles counts, storage and administration of drugs, diathermy and radiation

To administer controlled drugs in accordance with the Spencer Private Hospitals policy

To report promptly any accidents, incidents, complaints or unplanned occurrences to the Theatre Manager or Matron and be competent in using the Datix system of incident reporting.

To co-operate with all departments within the Hospital to promote a unified approach to patient care

To maintain suitable standards of hygiene, cleanliness and tidiness in the work environment

To complete the Operating register / theatreman / Sunrise accurately

To complete Patient Charge Forms for each patient.

To scrub for surgical cases as required and in line with competencies.

To assist consultants in surgery as per SFA role

Key recommendations to ensure safe surgical practice.

The role of the SFA should be undertaken by someone who has successfully completed a validated university programme of study that meets the nationally recognised standards (CODP 2018, AfPP 2016, CODP 2011), underpinning the knowledge and skills required for the role.

SFAs must ensure that they have appropriate indemnity cover.

The SFA scope of practice may be extended in line with service need

The SFAs name and designation must be recorded within the perioperative documentation.

The practitioner acting as Scrub Practitioner must be focused upon the management of the intraoperative care required by the patient and therefore must not assume the additional duties such as that of the SFA.

In the event, that an employer considers that a dual role is required in minor surgery, then this must only be undertaken by a registered practitioner and the decision should be endorsed by a policy that fully supports this practice and should also be based on a risk assessment of each situation to ensure patient safety.

The policy and risk assessment should identify the skills, knowledge and competencies required and the category of surgery and situations for which the employing organisation determines the dual role as acceptable. If this is not in place, as part of an effective clinical governance framework, then scrub practitioners must NOT undertake SFA duties in a dual role.

Roles and Responsibilities

Surgical First Assistant Assisting with patient positioning, should include tissue viability assessment

Skin preparation and draping prior to surgery

Superficial skin and tissue retraction with cutting of superficial sutures

Handling of tissue and manipulation of organs for exposure or access

Nerve and deep tissue retraction (The SFA can only move or place retractors under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon)

Cutting of deep sutures and ligatures under direct supervision of the operating surgeon

Assisting with haemostasis in order to secure and maintain a clear operating field including indirect application of surgical diathermy by the surgeon

Use of suction as guided by the operating surgeon

Camera manipulation for minimal invasive access surgery

Application of dressings as required

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Provide highly specialised emergency knowledge
• Remain alert and focused for long periods of time
• Long periods of peri-operative concentration
• Highly developed physical/clinical skills where accuracy is important

Qualifications

Essential

• Operating Department Practitioner
• RGN Level 1 / C&G 752/ODP Level 3
• Qualified Surgical First Assistant
• Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health Care Profession Council

Desirable

• Diploma in Health Care Studies
• Registered Independent & Supplementary non-medical prescriber or working towards
• Masters level education or working towards
• Teaching or mentoring qualification
• Clinical Skills Module

Experience

Essential

• Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care
• Knowledge of research and evidence-based practice
• Catalyst for change
• Teaching and assessing/mentorship, or willing to undertake Knowledge of CQC
• HLS Teaching (Anaes)
• Assist consultants during operations
• Substantial specialist experience post accreditation
• Proven hands-on surgical experience
• Appropriate experience acquired to demonstrate a high level of clinical skill and excellent manual dexterity

Desirable

• Multiskilling - demonstrate competency in surgery / anaesthetics and recovery

Other

Essential

• Manual handling of patients and manoeuvring heavy instrumentation and equipment
• Frequent unpleasant working conditions; contact with body fluids, foul linen daily
• Daily contact with substances hazardous to health

Skills

Essential

• IT skills
• Committed team player
• Ability to deal with emergency situations within operating theatre department
• Checking patients documentation

Desirable

• Leadership, interpersonal and organisational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd

Address

Spencer Private Hospitals Limited

QEQM Hospital, Ramsgate Road

Margate

Kent

CT9 4AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.

Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.

We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.

Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ in Business Administration or equivalent administration
• English GCSE Grade C or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Previous administration experience of working in a busy office and dealing with conflicting demands

Desirable

• NHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

• NHS Constitution
• Understanding GDPR and Informational Governance
• Good range of administrative procedures

Skills

Essential

• Fast, accurate copy and audio typing
• Able to compose letters on own initiative or with minimal instruction
• Able to prioritise work.
• Able to use initiative and judgement in dealing properly with day to day issues and queries
• Confident in use of computer packages such as Excel and ability to learn new systems
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to deal sensitively and tactfully with all contacts and maintain confidentiality

Desirable

• Knowledge of Cerner, Evolve, Dictate IT and Envoy systems

Other

Essential

• Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service, and the Trust.
• Team player

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical and Professional Responsibilities

• Support the Ward Manager in leading and supervising a safe, high standard of nursing practice and the delivery of evidenced based patient care in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, the Trusts Strategy for Nursing and Trust/Unit Policies and Procedures.
• Assist the Ward Manager in providing and developing good nursing practice ensuring that said practices are in accordance with department and hospital policy.
• Assist in the establishment, monitoring and evaluation of agreed standards of patient care and quality service.
• Determine nursing care priorities, planning the delivery of patient care taking into account the skill mix of staff.
• Interpret the significance of the patients clinical observations and records, making decisions and planning in areas affecting patient care; reports promptly to medical or appropriate staff any matters which fall outside his/her responsibility.
• Monitor documentation completed by ward staff, ensuring they are accurate and completed in a timely manner.
• Establish an effective communication system with patients, their carers, family and all staff working in the multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with any appropriate evaluation projects and in the assessment of new equipment and technology.
• With the Ward Manager, ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.

Person Specification

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Trauma & Orthopaedic experience in an acute setting
• Relevant T&O Competencies
• Shift Leader Experience

Desirable

• Working towards Major Trauma Network Competency

Personal Skills

Essential

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to delegate and prioritise

Experience

Essential

• Experience in taking charge of shifts
• Involvement in and Leading on Quality Improvement Projects or Changes in 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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's Hospital

Swan ward

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deployment of Temporary Staff

To ensure availability on the bank staff management system is accurate at all times.

To advertise shifts and identify appropriate workers to fill the shifts, making use of a variety of methods of communication (i.e. telephone, email, SMS, LOOP, etc).

To deploy temporary staff through the bank staff management system into available shifts in accordance with their deployment permissions, ensuring that policies regarding working hours are adhered to.

To ensure line managers are regularly informed about the fulfilment of temporary staffing requirements in line with procedures.

To raise issues regarding the fulfilment of shifts to senior team members as required.

To ensure all requests for shifts have been processed through the correct authorisation procedures.

In the absence of the Temporary Staffing Coordinators, liaise with external agencies to fill available shifts when these cannot be filled by bank workers.

To support the administration and payment of agency workers, including coding and validating invoices as required.

To ensure the receipt of all compliance checklists and associated information in relation to agency workers.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ3 or equivalent level of experience

Desirable

• Certificate in HR Practice (CHRP / CPP) or equivalent level of experience

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of records management, information governance and data protection
• Experience of working in a customer service environment
• Experience of working in an office environment in an administrative role

Desirable

• Experience of working in a temporary staffing function
• Experience of using Allocate HealthRoster/BankStaff
• Experience of using the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system
• Knowledge of NHS terminology / procedures

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Priestly Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General

Act as a facilitator / supervisor for trainees

Attend continuing education and training provision relevant to the post.

Undertake relevant training and continuous professional development in accordance with General Pharmaceutical Council requirements, organisational needs and service priorities Participate in near miss audits and suggest improvement ideas to support safe pharmacy practice.

Participate in late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3
• GPHC Registration

Experience

Desirable

• Post Registration Pharmacy Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peters / Ashford Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational Management & Security

• Oversee day-to-day network performance, including security, user administration, configuration, patching, and performance tuning.

• Plan and execute periodic technology refreshes, while managing warranties, support contracts, operating systems, and software licensing compliance.

• Maintain robust business continuity, disaster recovery, and resilience plans for all networking services.

• Create and maintain accurate, up-to-date technical documentation across all system management processes

Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification

We are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Ability to interpret and advice on national NHS guidance and policy on ICT systems, services and standards, and to adopt/adapt local policy accordingly

Networking experience

Essential

• Three years proven experience in a specialist technician role in networking technologies.
• Experience of designing appropriate resilience and business continuity of networking technologies

Desirable

• ITIL
• Holding a range of professional training certifications for networking technologies

Training, Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Educated to post-graduate level or equivalent experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.
• Evidence of significant personal development through formal courses and/or experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Eureka Park

Eureka place Medical Centre

Ashford

TN25 4BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Planning and organisational tasks / duties

To plan effectively the daily management of a caseload of patients by prioritising clinical work, responding to urgent referrals and occasionally unpredictable work patterns.

To be able to prioritise clinical work and managerial work, and balance other patient related and professional activities as the department requires.

Patient Care Responsibilities

To undertake specialist assessments of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multipathologies and to assess patients jointly with other members of the multidisciplinary team.

To use sound clinical reasoning skills, assessment techniques and diagnostic procedures to assess and develop treatment programmes.

To devise individualized Speech and Language therapy management and / or treatment plans, using a range of treatment/ management options, to include patient education.

To formulate accurate prognoses and recommend best course of intervention, developing comprehensive, timely discharge plans, liaising with ESD and community rehabilitation teams.

To evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required.

To evaluate the outcomes of your interventions.

Communication / Relationship Skills

To communicate effectively with all disciplines involved in a patients care, both those from within the organisation and those outside, to ensure effective multidisciplinary working. This will include discussion of patient care, patient progress and involvement in discharge planning.

To communicate complex and sensitive information to patients, carers and other staff including imparting unwelcome news relating to their rehabilitation potential and gaining consent for treatment.

To communicate any changes in care plan or treatment approach to the multi disciplinary team as necessary.

To ensure timely and effective communication with the Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist and senior staff on all professional matters.

To maintain accurate records in line with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy standards and Trust and service standards and policies.

To attend relevant board rounds, meetings and case conferences as appropriate in order to ensure appropriate management and effective and timely discharge of patients.

To attend staff meetings and actively participate ensuring understanding of information imparted.

Assess patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients in order to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes. This may include patients who will have difficulties in understanding or communicating, e.g. patients who may be deaf, blind, or be unable to accept diagnosis or presenting condition or who have cognitive and behavioural problems.

To appreciate cultural differences and take these into account when agreeing treatment plans with patients.

To manage frequently highly stressful conditions

To manage patients who maybe occasionally aggressive or confused.

To be able to manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner

Analytical / Judgmental Skills

To undertake comprehensive assessments of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/ multipathologies.

To use investigative and analytical skills to assess complex patients and support other more junior Speech and Language therapy staff with their patients as required.

To devise individualised Speech and Language Therapy management and / or treatment plans, using clinical reasoning skills.

To keep up to date with developments, analysing current research and discussing and implementing changes to your clinical practice.

Personal and people development

To work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy team and Multi disciplinary team to provide an efficient and effective service.

To supervise junior Speech and Language Therapy staff where appropriate or therapy assistants.

To evaluate own and others practice and identify own and others development needs.

To participate in the appraisal scheme as an appraisee and appraiser.

Participate in the supervision of students.

Deputise for the team leader when required.

To provide training of junior staff, students, or assistants/technicians, other therapists, nursing staff and care workerswithin the clinical area.

To ensure professional competence is maintained by participating in all CPD opportunities and maintaining a portfolio.

To participate in training sessions as a recipient and facilitator.

To disseminate any training received to other staff and health care professionals.

To be responsible for and actively record your own personal development. This may include active participation in journal clubs, clinical reasoning and joint problem patient sessions.

Health, safety and security

To monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others.

Take responsibility for identifying and assessing potential risks involved in work activities and processes for self and others

To ensure completion of relevant risk assessments and associated documentation.

To take appropriate action, reporting actual or potential problems that may put health and safety and security at risk.

To be aware of risks involved as part of delivering clinical care and manage this within own patients caseload.

To demonstrate a good understanding of clinical governance and clinical risk, actively participating in clinical governance groups.

Policy and Service Improvement/ Development

To implement, within your clinical practice, standards and policies in each specialty and where applicable propose changes to working practice.

To assist the Team Leader and Clinical Lead in setting and monitoring of standards and policies of clinical practice for the team and evaluate outcomes.

Audit/Research & Development

To participate in appropriate work related evaluation projects and to be aware of current research relevant to the specialty.

To undertake and present relevant evidence based projects.

To participate in any relevant clinical governance projects and audits.

To evaluate your own clinical effectiveness.

Quality

To maintain the high standards of the service by contributing towards individual, team and service objectives.

To maintain a high standard of clinical care using evidence-based practice by keeping up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research and discussing and implementing changes in your clinical practice.

To achieve and maintain a high standard of clinical care using evidence-based practice, keeping up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research, discussing and implementing changes in your clinical practice and encouraging throughout the team.

Freedom to Act

To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your professional activities working within the codes of practice and professional guidelines.

To work as an autonomous practitioner to undertake a significant clinical caseload, working without direct supervision. Access to a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist is available if required and clinical work is not routinely evaluated.

Equality, diversity and rights

Responsible for supporting a culture which promotes equality and diversity

Responsibility for financial and other physical resources

Responsible for the safe and effective use of equipment and resources that are used in the course of work.

Responsibilities for information resources

To maintain accurate and timely statistical information as required by senior staff and managers.

To be responsible for the accurate in of clinical information onto the Trust IT system.

Further information and general responsibilities:

To have responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others at work. This includes being conversant with relevant trust safety policies and procedures. To report incidents and near misses at work; take part in the risk management process; attend all mandatory training courses in the agreed duration as defined by trust policy and carry out tasks and use equipment only when competent to do so.

To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity. To comply with the requirements of the Data Protection act.

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties as qualified and able.

To comply with the trusts corporate and local policies and procedures on such subjects and clinical management and human resources.

To ensure that patients, clients and members of the public are consulted and involved in decisions about local health service developments. As a trust employee to be mindful of this and do what is appropriate to the role and level meet this duty of responsibility.

To undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time and are consistent with the responsibilities of the role.

To comply with the trusts policies on equal opportunities, the consumption of alcohol and smoking.

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties as qualified and able.

General responsibilities

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Hons or recognised degree equivalent qualification in Speech & Language Therapy
• HCPC
• RCSLT Dysphagia
• RCSLT Newly Qualified competencies

Desirable

• Relevant Clinical Excellence Networks
• Additional training courses linked to role

Experience

Essential

• Experience of mentoring / supporting junior colleagues and/ or students
• Experience of working in a team and contributing to team decisions
• Relevant experience working within acute setting

Desirable

• Exposure to instrumental assessments

Skills

Essential

• Ability to competently to assess, treat and manage patients independently.
• Effective time management and the ability to prioritise a busy caseload.
• Evidence of working as part of MDT

Desirable

• Evidence of involvement in service improvements and audit

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the job description and main responsibilities please refer to the attached 'Job Description' link on this advert.

Person Specification

Attitude, Behaviour and Values

Essential

• oTeam work approach
• oWilling and able to take personal responsibility
• oFlexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives
• oSupports learning and development of self and others

Experience

Essential

• Experience of cleaning in a hospital or similar setting
• Experience of food service in a hospital or similar setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working as a Bank Healthcare Support Worker in a variety of wards / departments within the hospital setting.

Carry out assigned tasks involved with direct patient care whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients. This will be whilst demonstrating excellent care, compassion and communication, and in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse or Nursing Associate, incorporating:

Continence Management

Nutrition & Hydration

Undertaking and recording of Vital Signs

Moving & Handling of patients to support independence

Infection Prevention and Control

Safeguarding of adults and children.

See full job description for full details

Person Specification

Attitude, Behaviour and Values

Essential

• Always puts patients first, Customer service focus, Willing and able to take personal responsibility, Demonstrates passion for excellence, Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered, Takes pride in their work and their team, Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives, Respects, values and cares for others, Supports learning and development of self and others, Supports and promotes equality, diversity and inclusion

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of six to twelve months continuous and recent employment as a Health Care Support Worker in a relevant care setting

Desirable

• NHS experience

Skills

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to patients, visitors, colleagues and other individuals connected with the Trust and NHS: Effective communication, Required IT skills, Caring and Compassionate, Empathy and understanding, Ability to provide excellent patient centred care, Inclusivity, Excellent time management, Team worker, Ability to prioritise appropriately, Ability to advocate for others as required

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 English and Maths
• Care Certificate achieved in NHS or willing to complete within six months

Desirable

• Health and Social Care Level 3

Knowledge

Essential

• oTrust vision, values and behaviours and strategic objectives oUnderstanding of the role of the Bank Healthcare Support Worker in the hospital setting.

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of how the NHS works

Other requirements

Essential

• oAble to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy oTreat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect oAbility to travel between Trust sites oAbility to be flexible to meet the needs of the patients, the team, the service and the Trust.

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working as a Bank Registered Nurse in a variety of wards / departments within the hospital setting.

Carry out assigned tasks involved with direct patient care whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients. This will be whilst demonstrating excellent care, compassion and communication, working alongside the multidisciplinary team, incorporating:

• Delivering high quality direct patient care.
• Following patient admission/transfer/discharge processes.
• Medication administration.
• Care planning and evaluation.
• Wound management.
• Accountable to nurse in charge of each shift and supporting junior colleagues.

See full job description for full details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Adult Nurse Registration
• Evidence of post graduate continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• 12 months post graduate experience in an acute hospital setting in the UK

Skills

Essential

• Effective communication, Good IT/Computer skills Caring, compassionate and empathetic.

Other requirements

Essential

• Please confirm you are residing in the UK with a valid right to work document

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates will need to have a degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration, or due to qualify within the next 3 months.

The responsibilities and duties below are a summary. For the full list, please ensure you read through the Job Description attached prior to submitting your application.

Communication / Relationship Skills

• To communicate effectively with colleagues and MDT regarding patient care.
• To maintain accurate records in line with the standards and policies.
• To gather and disseminate information where appropriate.
• To manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner.

Analytical / Judgment skills

• To carry out assessment and formulate treatment plans using clinical reasoning and evidence based practice.
• To work within your scope of practice and seek support when required.

Personal and people development

• To attend all relevant training to maintain competency and confidence.
• To supervise physiotherapy students or therapy assistants.
• To participate in the appraisal scheme as an appraisee.

Health, safety and security

• To complete relevant risk assessments and associated documentation/action.
• To demonstrate physical ability to carry out physiotherapy assessments and interventions including manual physiotherapy techniques. This involves frequent light to moderate physical effort.

Education

• To participate in the professional development and training of self and other therapists.
• To undertake clinical reasoning and problem patient sessions.
• To participate in relevant training sessions as a recipient and facilitator.

Research/Audit/Quality

• To evaluate your own clinical effectiveness.
• To undertake and present relevant evidence based projects.

IT

• To be responsible for the accurate input of clinical information onto the trust IT system.

Further information and general responsibilities

• To have responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others at work.
• To ensure confidentiality at all times.
• To take part in the weekend service on a rota basis as required.

There will be two stages of interviews for this vacancy. Stage one will be a written assessment on 5th October. If successful, you will then be invited to a face to face interview on 20th October.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing and recent continuing professional development (CPD)

Experience

Essential

• Experience in core areas of respiratory, neurology and musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience in teaching of patients, peers and carers

Desirable

• Experience of working or placements in an acute NHS trust

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding and involvement in service improvement, audit and quality improvement
• Effective communication skills - verbal, written and computer literate
• Ability to reflect and identify own learning needs

Desirable

• Leadership skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rotational Post across all ASPH sites

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cyber Assurance & Documentation

Support cyber assurance by handling vulnerability remediation, secure configurations, logging, monitoring, and audit evidence gathering.

Produce accurate technical specifications, test and implementation plans, risk assessments, operational procedures, and knowledge-base articles.

Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification

The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes, unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding of confidentiality, data protection and information security requirements.
• Good knowledge of security and firewall concepts, digital infrastructure operations, Dynamic routing, cyber security good practice, service management and resilience.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of supporting complex security, firewall, network or infrastructure services in a medium or large organisation.

Desirable

• Experience supporting technology refresh, supplier activity, cyber assurance evidence or service transition.

Training, Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Degree level education in a relevant digital, technology or cyber security discipline, or equivalent specialist experience.
• Evidence of continued professional development relevant to digital infrastructure or cyber security.

Desirable

• Relevant vendor or professional qualification, for example firewall, network, Microsoft, cloud, cyber security, ITIL, project management or service management 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Eureka Place

Eureka place Medical Centre

Ashford

TN25 4BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

he Consultant Haematologist will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Royal Surrey County Hospital. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions. The role combines clinical leadership, direct patient care, teaching, research and service development, supporting a modern, integrated haematology service.

• Provide expert clinical care across inpatient, outpatient and day unit settings, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of patients.
• Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and laboratory services.
• Deliver senior clinical decision-making, including triaging referrals, reviewing potential admissions and ensuring timely investigations and management plans.
• Provide specialist advice to colleagues across other specialties and contribute to shared patient care.
• Maintain continuity of care, including safe and effective patient handover.

• Participate in the consultant on-call rota, providing senior cover and support for acute haematology services.
• Deliver comprehensive consultant-led care, ensuring safe, effective and responsive services.
• Support delivery of anticoagulation, transfusion and haematology day unit services.

• Work collaboratively with consultants, nursing staff, allied health professionals and management teams to deliver a high-quality, well-led service.
• Provide clinical leadership within the department, supporting service improvement and innovation.
• Contribute to recruitment, appraisal, mentoring and development of multidisciplinary staff.

• Participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, training and supervision of junior doctors and other staff.
• Contribute to educational programmes, formal teaching sessions and professional development activities.

• Engage in clinical audit, governance and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and service delivery.
• Participate in and support research activities and development of specialist interests aligned to service needs.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with clinical governance and regulatory requirements.

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the haematology service, including pathway redesign and innovation.
• Support efficient use of resources and delivery of performance targets.
• Participate in departmental and Trust meetings, contributing to strategic and operational planning.

• Maintain continuous professional development and comply with GMC and NHS standards.
• Uphold Trust values, demonstrating compassionate, inclusive and patient-focused behaviours.
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and support organisational objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Hold an MRCP(UK) qualification. Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (or CCT) by the time of taking up the post or be accredited for inclusion on the General Medical Council's Specialist Register. Fully registered with the General Medical Council

Experience

Essential

• Providing direct clinical care. Active participation in clinical audit . Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships.

Desirable

• Leading a change or innovation in the workplace with a multi-disciplinary team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peters Hospital

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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