Job description

Job responsibilities

Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work

Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care

To ensure a high delivery of quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. Participating in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives

To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration

Showing empathy, understanding, and professionalism, when communicating with patients, their carers and families. Identifying individual needs and therefore utilising a range of agreed communication mediums

Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff

Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy

Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act

To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment

Maintain and develop own professional knowledge

Be aware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level RGN
• Degree/Diploma in Nursing/Health studies
• NMC Registration

Desirable

• IT Skills
• Non-medical prescriber
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience

Desirable

• Community Nursing
• Acute nursing
• Care of older people

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates a good understanding of the nursing process
• Able to efficiently plan and allocate work
• Able to manage time effectively
• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness
• Demonstrate an understanding of Equality and Diversity

Desirable

• Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively
• Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as an effective team member
• Able to express self clearly and confidently - verbal and written
• Demonstrates commitment and ability to teach others
• Able to adapt to changing circumstances
• Able to achieve personal objectives

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Flexible - can work shifts, weekend, bank holidays and evening duties
• Independent means of transport/car driver
• Must be willing to travel across localities.

Desirable

• Able to change duties at short notice
• Aware of current NHS issues and priorities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Emergency Department Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for full details.

Managerial

• To deputise for the Swindon Talking Therapies Service Manager as appropriate.
• To line manage a team of mental health Practitioners including managing sickness, appraisals and performance etc.
• To oversee audits and to report any difficulties to the Service Manager.
• To provide cover for other members of the Senior Management Team.
• Recruit staff as required
• To be a member of the Executive and Senior Management Team, including attending meetings and giving advice to the Head of Talking Therapies/service manager as appropriate
• Appropriately manage time for clinical work and managerial responsibilities.
• To initiate in-service development and expansion
• To over see the organisation and supervision of the work of the clinical team
• To liaise with other Primary Care Services
• To liaise with Secondary Services
• To oversee training in conjunction with the Head of Service.
• To be aware of budgetary constraints.
• Maintain a Talking Therapies manual compliant service.
• Monitor and follow up patients in line with guidance.
• To allocate and support staff as discussed with the Head of Talking Therapies and Swindon Service Manager.
• To supervise staff as appropriate.
• Induct and supervise new members of staff.
• To represent the Service and deliver presentations both internally and to outside organizations e.g. ICB and national organizations especially those related to Talking Therapies.
• To oversee links with voluntary and community organisations, educational and recreational opportunities and resources in the local area which may be of benefit to clients referred to the service
• To oversee the design and delivery of psycho-educational courses

Professional:

• To participate in the Talking Therapies business and professional meetings as appropriate.
• To be aware of and comply with all policies, procedures and directives of the Department, Service and AWP
• To maintain and further develop high standards of therapy and psychology practice through co-operative work with other practitioners of all disciplines and involvement in professional audit.
• To comply with British Psychology Societys/ BABCP/ other regulatory body's Code of Conduct as well as procedures and government legislation as it applies to the Service.
• To oversee the research in the service. To instigate and be involved in research as required.

Clinical Governance:

• To support the Service manager in the development and implementation of effective Clinical Governance across the Talking Therapies Service.
• To support and participate in multidisciplinary audit in the service.
• To promote the use of effective interventions in the service.
• To participate in Clinical Governance processes in the service and in the profession.
• To help in the design of audit forms
• Access GP data systems and input clinical notes.

General:

• To participate in liaison meetings with GPs and other members of the Primary Care Health Teams as appropriate.
• To participate in locality meetings.
• To participate in audit and personal review activity as required.
• To compile and return statistics and activity levels as required and monitor and act on statistics.
• To undertake such further training as might be required to maintain an appropriate level of expertise.
• To participate in individual and peer supervision.
• To be aware of and comply with all policies, procedures and directions of the department, service and AWP
• To participate in the research activities of the service and publish articles.
• To participate in disseminating good practice by publication and presentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification in one of the talking therapy clinical modalities at a minimum of masters level
• Professional registration - HCP, BABCP, BPS

Experience

Essential

• Management experience & training
• Research and development experience
• Experience of supervising & managing staff in a stepped care service
• Substantial relevant clinical experience

Desirable

• Experience of service development
• Experience of designing and delivering presentations

Skills

Essential

• Capacity to cope with pressure and competing priorities
• Ability to deal with distressed patients
• Ability to support staff in dealing with patients in crisis
• Leadership skills
• Training skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of HR policies
• Knowledge of risk management in primary care

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Old Town Surgery (2nd floor)

Curie Avenue

Swindon

SN1 4GB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Result Areas

To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.

To hold responsibility for own caseload within a defined area of the service, working as part of the Inpatient team.

To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations, to provide a diagnosis and deliver a specialised treatment plan, based on evidenced based practice.

To be involved in performance management, peer review sessions and supervision of staff / students as necessary.

To work with other Physiotherapy Team Leads to co-ordinate and supervise the education of less experienced staff.

To initiate and co-ordinate departmental audit projects on a regular basis, in order to develop efficient and effective service provision.

To contribute to out of hours working as required.

To maintain own competency to practise.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

To undertake a comprehensive Physiotherapy assessment of the individual patient including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies; gaining relevant information by clinical examination; observation, questioning, discussion and manual physiotherapy assessment techniques.

Apply advanced clinical reasoning skills to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition and identify and agree, client centred, and specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and timely (SMART) goals.

To demonstrate highly developed observational, manual and palpatory skills for the assessment and treatment of patients.

To formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, electrotherapy, patient education or exercise programmes on an individual or group basis.

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

Assess patients functional independence and if necessary refer onto other services.

Formulate a prognosis providing highly specialist advice on best course of interventions, developing specialised treatment plans.

To make informed clinical decisions on timely discharge planning and / or referral to other services.

To integrate physiotherapy treatment into a coordinated multidisciplinary programme, representing the physiotherapy service or the patient at MDT meeting/case conferences as appropriate. This will include discussion of patient care, patient progress and involvement in discharge planning from the outset of instigation of a MDT treatment programme

To provide support, teaching, specialist and highly specialist advice to other staff within the Physiotherapy team on a planned and spontaneous basis. E.g. peers, less experienced physiotherapists; technical instructors / assistants or physiotherapy, medical or work experience students on observational visits or staff from other clinical areas.

To co-ordinate and oversee the delivery physiotherapy service in specified area.

To work within Trust policy and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards. Monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate.

To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work.

To assess and manage clinical risk within the limits of own scope of practice.

To set a high personal standard of work and professional attitude and encourage others to do likewise.

To maintain assessment, treatment and discharge records/reports and follow guidelines, protocols and procedures in accordance with professional (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy), legal and departmental standards.

To identify opportunities to improve the physiotherapy service in order to provide the best patient care within the resources available and implement change following discussion with the Physiotherapy manager.

To be responsible for organising and planning own caseload to meet service and patient priorities. Re-adjusting plans as situations change/arise.

To be responsible for the safe and competent use of mobility aids/equipment by patients and more junior staff and students through teaching, training and supervision of practice where required.

To have an active role in facilitating quality care by contribution towards development of clinical guidelines or pathways, education, standard-setting, audit and research.

To contribute to meeting the requirements of the Trusts Corporate Governance agenda.

To be committed to a team approach in order to provide continuity and efficiency of service provision.

To maintain high morale and sound staff relations within the department.

To be responsible for supporting and developing physiotherapy students to graduate level.

To be the first point of contact in dealing with minor complaints from patients in line with trust policy.

To participate in clinical trials, relevant to area of practice, within the physiotherapy and multi-disciplinary teams.

To represent the Trust externally in local area regarding physiotherapy services provided.

Professional / Educational

To maintain and further develop own clinical Professional Development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, evidence based practice and incorporate them as appropriate into own clinical practice to maintain competency to practice. Provide evidence of how learning is applied.

To be an active member of in-house training by attending and delivering presentations and training. To attend external courses as well as practising reflective practice, peer review and personal study.

To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and Personal Development Review (PDR) as both an appraiser and appraisee and to be responsible for complying with the agreed personal development plan.

To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practice through the use of Evidence Based Practice (EBP) projects, audit, outcome measures, either individually, within the clinical speciality or with a manager. Make recommendations for change.

To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply these principles to the work situation.

To attend Physiotherapy professional meetings, and departmental team meetings as required.

To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims and goals relating to physiotherapy and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care to such a level that where appropriate relatives and carers are able to carry out the therapy programme including discussing the implications of diagnosis and long term rehabilitation with clients and their relatives.

To provide highly specialist advice to physiotherapy colleagues working within other clinical areas in clinical matters relating to your specialist area.

To provide expert specialist advice, teaching and training to other members regarding the physical / rehabilitation management of patients with a diversity of highly complex conditions in work place.

To give advice and provide clinical supervision for bands 5 and 6, to provide clinical supervision to other Band 7s.

To induct, train, supervise and manage performance of more junior staff, support workers and physiotherapy students. This will include the use of formal appraisal documentation in relation to physiotherapy staff.

To take on the role of clinical educator and participate in education of physiotherapy students on placement from local universities. To include recording of activities and undertaking clinical reasoning, in conjunction with university clinical staff.

Communications and Working Relationships

To communicate effectively with patients and carers to establish relationships and maximise rehabilitation outcome, using a wide range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools, and to ensure understanding of the physical problems relating to the condition experienced by patients in specialist area and the impact this will have on their physical/ functional performance.

To be aware of the need for sensitivity and understanding when communicating with patients and carers who may be anxious or hostile especially when imparting information about potentially long term disabling and potentially life limiting conditions.

To assess individual patients understanding of proposed treatment modalities and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to intervention, in line with Trust policy in gaining consent. Involving patients with complex physical, emotional and psychological conditions.

To maintain accurate, legible, comprehensive and contemporaneous documentation, in line with legal, professional and departmental requirements and to complete computerised data entry to departmental standards within agreed timescales. To communicate assessment and treatment results to the appropriate disciplines and agencies in the form of letters and reports. This communication could be in verbal, report or letter format.

To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with other therapy colleagues and other appropriate agencies, working within Trust guidelines for sharing of information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma / degree in physiotherapy
• State registration (HPC)
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses relevant to the chosen clinical field
• Experiential learning

Desirable

• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• Relevant validated clinical courses
• Leadership Training

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of extensive postgraduate experience, including work at Band 6 level in a variety of specialities
• Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and multi-disciplinary team
• Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues
• Evidence of supervision of students or less experienced physiotherapy staff
• Evidence of provision of clinical education to less experienced staff, students and assistants

Desirable

• Experience at Team Leader (6/7) level (desirable)

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
• Specialist knowledge of broad range of conditions in relevant field
• Evidence of sound clinical reasoning abilities
• Ability to pass on skills / knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments
• Remain updated with professional practice and new research
• Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner e.g. competent IT skills (Word, Email)
• Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession and knowledge of professional standards
• Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues, research and audit
• Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety and meet the differing needs of the patient
• Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes
• Excellent command of the English language
• Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Ability to organise internal / external courses

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team taking on a team leader role
• Flexible / Empathetic / Reliable
• Ability to perform well, working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
• Commitment to continually develop clinically and managerially

Other

Essential

• Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
• Independent means of transport - Car driver / owner
• Commitment to contribute to extended working hours
• Commitment to contribute to regular weekend working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Leamington Spa Rehabilitation Hospital

Heathcote Lane

Warwick

CV34 6SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

To gain informed consent from each patient prior to assessment and treatment. The Physiotherapist should be familiar with and adhere to South Warwickshire Foundation Trust policies on consent.

To undertake a comprehensive Physiotherapy assessment of the individual patient including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies; gaining relevant information by clinical examination; observation, questioning, discussion and manual physiotherapy assessment techniques.

Apply advanced clinical reasoning skills to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition and set therapeutic/rehabilitation objectives.

To formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise programmes or classes, electrotherapy, and other alternative options. Ensuring competency to practice is maintained as appropriate.

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

To formulate a prognosis and recommend best course of interventions developing comprehensive treatments and discharge plans.

To make informed clinical decisions on timely discharge planning and / or referral to other services.

Communication

To communicate the clinical diagnosis and facilitate understanding of a mutually agreed treatment programme to patients and carers.

To communicate effectively with other patients, relatives or carers on a group or individual basis in order to maximise rehabilitative potential through verbal and non- verbal methods. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance or use of behavioural modification techniques.

To communicate with colleagues and other relevant professionals professionally and appropriately and in a timely manner (e.g. medical notes, letters and reports).

To assess individual patients understanding of proposed treatment modalities and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to intervention, in line with Trust policy in gaining consent.

To maintain accurate, legible, comprehensive and contemporaneous documentation, in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Core Standards, Trust policies and legal requirements.

Educational

Participate in staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee and be responsible for complying with agreed personal and professional development programmes to meet knowledge, skills and competency requirements.

To be responsible for maintaining and developing specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice ensuring own competency to practice through CPD activities.

To undertake clinical and professional updating through means identified during the appraisal process.

To develop an individual learning plan, maintain CPD records/portfolio which reflect personal development and provide evidence of how learning is applied to practice.

Be an active member through planning, implementation, attendance at and leading, of the in-service training programmes.

To participate in the clinical supervision of less experienced staff and students through teaching, peer reviews and mentoring.

To be responsible for equipment used in carrying out Physiotherapy duties and to adhere to departmental policy, including competence to use equipment and to ensure the safe use equipment by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice.

Undertake regular measurement, data collection and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice projects, audit and outcome measures either individually or with more senior physiotherapists.

Management/ Professional

To be responsible for: organising and planning own caseload to meet service and patient priorities. Re-adjusting plans as situations change/arise, this may include adapting a new working environment.

To monitor and mentor the caseload of less experience staff providing support and guidance as required.

To be responsible for supervising, teaching and assessing Physiotherapy students to graduate level demonstrating advanced clinical ability and clinical reasoning skills.

To supervise the other staff within the MDT as required e.g. less experienced physiotherapists, TIs, Assistants, Physiotherapy, medical or work experience students ensuring they meet Trust and professional expectations and standards.

To identify opportunities to improve the physiotherapy service and implement changes with senior support in order to provide the best patient care within resources available.

To maintain own competency and to be responsible for the safe and competent use of manual handling, gym and electrotherapy equipment by patients and students/assistants/TIs through teaching, training and supervision of practice.

To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work.

To assess and manage clinical risk within the limits of own scope of practice.

To work within Trust policy and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards. Monitor own and others quality of practice, as appropriate.

To work within CSP, Trust Guidelines, National Clinical Guidelines and National Service Frameworks. To monitor own and others standards of practice, as appropriate.

To set a high personal standard of work and professional attitude and encourage others to do likewise.

To maintain high morale and sound staff relations within the department.

To maintain assessment, treatment and discharge records/reports and follow guidelines, protocols and procedures in accordance with professional (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy), legal and departmental standards.

To contribute to meeting the requirements of the Trusts Corporate Governance agenda.

To be committed to a team approach in order to provide continuity and efficiency of service provision.

To be the first point of contact in dealing with minor complaints from staff, patients and carers/visitors in line with Trust Policy.

To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, including prompt recording and reporting of incidents to senior staff, using the Trust incident reporting system.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy
• Member of the CSP
• Registration with the HCPC
• Evidence of post graduate training relevant to the clinical fields within the specialisms
• Evidence of well-rounded clinical experience within the relevant specialisms

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of post graduate experience as a rotational band 5 covering core areas within the specialisms
• Experience of working as part of a Physiotherapy Team and MDT team

Desirable

• Experience in contributing to the clinical education / supervision of peers, students or less experienced staff
• Involvement in clinical audit / research and understanding quality issues
• Evidence of an ability to deputise for seniors and act as peer mentor to less senior staff

Skills

Essential

• Specialist knowledge within the post specialism which is both experience & evidence led
• A working knowledge of a broad range of conditions
• Ability to problem solve & clinically reason complex patient presentations
• Have an ability to prioritise, delegate and set realistic treatment objectives
• Able to demonstrate a knowledge of clinical governance & the legal responsibilities of the profession
• Ability to produce accurate and legible documentation
• Sufficient computer skills for job requirements email, data input etc

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to present information orally in a clear, non-discriminately and logical manner
• Able to communicate effectively with patients to maximise their rehabilitation potential
• Able to influence and persuade other professionals, patients and others
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Self-motivation and self-organisation skills
• Be aware of own learning needs/ commitment to CPD

Desirable

• Willingness to take on and manage additional roles and responsibilities e.g. student rep, H&S Rep

Other

Essential

• Able to be flexible within the working hours of the department, to suit client and department needs. This includes on call and out of hours/weekends & Bank Holidays
• Applicant must have good standard of written and spoken English
• Car Driver and independent means of transport
• Able to pass Occupational Health requirements
• Willing to undertake a Criminal Records Disclosure to enhanced level
• Legally entitled to work in this country

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leamington Hospital

Heathcote Lane

Warwick

CV34 6SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Result Areas:

Knowledge skills and experience required:

This post is for Theatre Services and may involve working in either Main Theatre or Day Surgery Theatres on a planned rotational basis.

The post holder will be required to participate in nights, on-calls, weekends and evening rotas to provide a 24 hour service.

Clinical

Act as a professional role model demonstrating clinical expertise in perioperative practice and assist in the setting and monitoring of professional standards.

Provides skilled assistance and care to patients in the operating theatre

Assess care needs of the perioperative patient and develops, implements and evaluates programmes of care, rectifying and adjusting to meet individual needs.

Demonstrate knowledge of current research, practices and procedures within the specialist field of theatre practice.

Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with the multidisciplinary team, patients and relatives.

Work within professional codes of practice

Ensure that patients perioperative needs are continually assessed and appropriate care delivered and documented.

Support the team within a given operating theatre/speciality, providing the appropriate clinical skills and advice

Ensure all resources, prosthesis and items required for surgery are available, communicating with senior staff and the medical team if there are any deficits/ issues.

Supervise the work of junior staff ensuring quality and confidentiality are maintained

Able to ensure the theatre team works efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of the patients and maximise utilisation of theatre time

Manage own workload and support others to do this.

Manage the Theatre Department in the absence of senior staff, informing of changes in workload/problems to a member of the senior team.

Measurable Result areas:

To provide clinical leadership, giving advice and support to junior staff as required and acting as patients advocate at all times.

To participate at departmental level in the delivery of the clinical governance and risk management agenda.

Participate in clinical audit to ensure standards are continually reviewed and enhanced.

Comply with and contribute to the review of Trust/Departmental procedures, policies and protocols.

Support and manage the teaching and induction of theatre support staff and newly appointed staff

Responsibility for research and development: from audits to undertaking research and development programmes on a regular basis.

Communications and Working Relationships:

To participate in appropriate training & development activities

To accept responsibility for own NMC/HCPC registration and practice requirements including revalidation and CPD

To participate in team, professional and personal development activities to promote commitment to continuous development and improvement.

Develop and maintain effective communication systems with all personnel internal and external to the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level RGN/ODP
• Degree/Diploma ODP or equivalent level training
• NMC/HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 12 months practical perioperative or other relevant experience - New graduates may be considered depending on the nature of the vacancy

Skills

Essential

• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients in the operating room/ anaesthetic room/ recovery
• Demonstrates knowledge of evidence based practices
• Able to effectively plan and delegate duties
• Able to manage personal time and that of others effectively
• Demonstrates a good understanding and knowledge of basic theatre/nursing care
• Demonstrates a good understanding of the role responsibility and professional accountability
• Articulate and able to communicate effectively
• Is committed to and demonstrates ability to teach successfully
• Basic IT Skills

Desirable

• Demonstrates understanding of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness
• Demonstrates understanding of resource management

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as an effective team member
• Uses initiative
• Positive and tolerant outlook
• Able to identify and cope with stress
• Able to accept and offer constructive criticism
• Demonstrates commitment to achieve individual and team objectives

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Able to work flexible shifts to meet service needs including on-call commitment, standby and weekends
• Capable of physical activities required
• Ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions and competing demands.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation in a busy, rapidly changing environment.
• Awareness of COSHH regulations

Desirable

• Able to participate in on-calls/standby/weekend shifts to cover 24hour service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Theatre Services D24411

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will manage a patient caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered patients. Responsibilities will reflect requirements of the NHS GP Contracts, and as such may be subject to change as services adapt.

You will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the diverse practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract and GMC standards for good medical practice.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working with EMIS

Desirable

• Using applications; DOCMAN, Accurx and askmyGP

Qualifications

Essential

• As a fully qualified GP we expect to have the following skills:
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to work as part of a large team
• The willingness and ability to handle uncertainty and conflicting demands
• The ability to stay calm while working under pressure
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills

Desirable

• A specialist interest

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

168 Medical Group

Address

168 Medical Group

168 Locking Road

Weston-super-mare

Avon

BS23 3HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.168medical.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide specialist safeguarding leadership, advice and support to clinical teams, managers and safeguarding professionals across the Trust.

Lead the day-to-day coordination and operational management of safeguarding adults and public protection responsibilities, ensuring effective systems and processes are in place.

Act as the Trust's expert resource on safeguarding legislation and public protection issues, including the Care Act 2014, Domestic Abuse, MAPPA, Prevent, Modern Slavery, FGM, Mate Crime/Cuckooing and Transitional Safeguarding.

Provide specialist advice and support in relation to complex safeguarding concerns, investigations and multi-agency safeguarding processes.

Support the Trust's participation in safeguarding adult reviews, domestic homicide reviews and other statutory review processes, ensuring lessons learned are embedded into practice.

Develop, implement and review safeguarding policies, procedures, action plans and quality improvement initiatives to strengthen safeguarding practice across the organisation.

Build and maintain effective partnerships with Local Authorities, Safeguarding Adult Boards, healthcare organisations and other key agencies to support joined-up safeguarding arrangements.

Provide professional leadership, supervision, training and support to staff, promoting a culture where safeguarding is recognised as everyone's responsibility.

Monitor safeguarding activity, analyse performance and quality data, undertake audits and contribute to assurance reporting for Trust committees, commissioners and regulatory bodies.

Represent the Trust at safeguarding partnerships, networks, committees and regulatory reviews, including CQC-related safeguarding activity where delegated.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to influence safeguarding practice at a strategic and operational level, ensuring the delivery of high-quality safeguarding arrangements and improved outcomes for adults at risk.

Please see Job Description for full details

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Allied Health Professional, with substantial practice experience, in a specialist safeguarding role.
• Evidence of ongoing, relevant professional development
• Management Qualification or evidence of equivalent experience / training

Desirable

• Specific post-registration training in Safeguarding at a Specialist level (e.g. Children and Adult Safeguarding training Level 4)

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working collaboratively with other health and social care providers, and ability to promote strong working partnerships
• Demonstrable ability to make appropriate assessments, plan interventions, have knowledge of resources, make plans including review and evaluation.
• Experience in planning, delivering and evaluating training.
• Personal drive and tenacity to motivate, empower and support individuals and teams to achieve.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills and ability to deal with conflict, hostility and vulnerability.

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Bath NHS House

Newbridge Hill

Bath

BA13QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To process community referrals via EMIS and in consultation with the AHP leads to ensure staff timetables are filled

To undertake the booking and cancellation and rescheduling of patient appointments as required.

To send correspondence to patients and referrers regarding patient transfer onto other services

To enter activity and discharge information onto EMIS.

To accurately enter data into the Stroke Sentinel National Audit Program (SSNAP) in a timely manner and support in improvements relating to SSNAP completion.

To handle and process patient records in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act and Departmental standards.

To monitor and manage the patient literature supplies, ensuring the up to date resources are available in all offices and order as required.

To take and transcribe minutes at meetings.

To deal with incoming telephone calls from staff, patients, external agencies and the general public, taking accurate messages and action when necessary.

To book rooms for patient groups, training & meeting rooms, as requested.

To undertake reception duties, dealing with visitors enquiries in a professional and courteous manner.

To assist in the induction of new members of the team, students and admin staff regarding administration procedures.

To attend and actively participate / contribute at monthly Admin meetings and any other Service meeting deemed appropriate i.e. Locality or Departmental meetings

To undertake general administrative duties including generating patient correspondence, sending / actioning electronic tasks, scanning documents, filing, photocopying, sending / checking electronic faxes ensuring that they are checked against EMIS and associated paperwork is instigated, respond to emails where appropriate, distributing resources, agendas minutes etc.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent
• NVQ3, RSA3 or equivalent
• Attended EMIS training

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience of dealing with internal and external clients both face to face and via the telephone
• Proven experience of the organisation and delivery of administrative system

Desirable

• Experience of using a NHS Patient Administration System or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate good communication skills in person, on the telephone and via written methods, including e-mail
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be able to take phone messages accurately and identify those which can be dealt with and those which require to be escalated
• Must be methodical and able to develop, organise and accurately maintain effective administrative systems.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all work undertaken
• Must be able to accurately take minutes at meetings and word process minutes and agenda's
• Must be able to demonstrate admin procedures to new staff and students
• Must be able to respond appropriately to varying workloads and prioritise work effectively
• Must be able to deal with interruptions and resume the task in hand without loss of efficiency
• Must be able to use general office equipment
• Must be confident and competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Electronic patient records

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team in a friendly and enthusiastic manner
• Must be willing to attend and participate in service meetings, as and when required
• Ability to deal with distressing situations patients/relatives.
• Able to work on own initiative to meet agreed objectives and seek support and guidance when necessary
• Must be proactive, flexible and able to demonstrate good organisational skills
• To be able to adapt to change
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all aspects of work within the department

Other

Essential

• Must be able to use general office equipment
• Able to manoeuvre boxes of patient records and stationery supplies using recommended moving and handling techniques

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leamington Spa Rehabilitation Hospital

Heathcote Lane

Leamington

CV346SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description and salary details can be found in the supporting documents on the right hand side. These are available for you to download and review.

Further Information

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications, although we aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool.

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

Salary: £24,484 - £27,583 per annum pro rata (£13.08-£14.73p/h) - depending on skills/experience.

Hours: 20 hours per week to be worked flexibly over Monday to Saturday within the opening hours of the units. Exact shifts between those parameters will be confirmed 2 weeks in advance.

Saturday shifts are paid at time and a half.

Locations:

• BPAS Coventry - Oasis Health Care Cheyslesmore Surgery, 51 Quinton Park, Coventry CV3 5PZ - base unit
• BPAS Nuneaton - Stockingford Medical Centre, 13 Northumberland Ave, Nuneaton CV10 8EJ
• BPAS Stratford - Rother House Medical Centre, Alcester Rd, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6PP

Coventry will be your base unit with mileage paid to the Nuneaton and Stratford sites as per the expenses policy.

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Administration experience gained within an office environment and general office duties
• Knowledge of clerical procedures including checking documentation, telephone and reception duties

Desirable

• Experience of dealing face to face with patients who may be angry or upset, within a care environment
• Healthcare administration experience

Qualifications

Essential

• English and Maths qualification either GCSE A to C or Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE 4* or NVQ level 2
• Competent in Microsoft Office programmes including word, excel, outlook and Microsoft teams

General

Essential

• Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
• Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and nature of the relationship
• Are you aware we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role?
• This role is working for 20 hours per week, flexibly Monday to Saturday between opening hours of the units, rota will be confirmed 2 weeks in advence - Can you commit to this working pattern?
• This role covers three units Coventry, Nuneaton and Stratford. Can you travel to all of them?

Desirable

• Would you like to add any further information/statements to support your application?

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

British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)

Address

Oasis Health Centre

51 Quinton Park

Coventry

CV3 5PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details and information.

Right to Work in the UK: This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application, as the organisation is unable to support sponsorship for this post.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Possession of, or the ability and willingness to work towards, an appropriate Level 3 vocational qualification (e.g. Level 3 Diploma in Mental Health or Health and Social Care)
• Possession of, or the ability and willingness to work towards, Level 2 Functional Skills (e.g. GCSE Mathematics and English Language Grade C/4 or above)
• The Care Certificate (Cavendish Certificate of Fundamental Care) or equivalent.

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working as a healthcare support worker in a clinical team
• Knowledge of, and experience of working with, a range of mental health issues
• Knowledge of care planning and its uses in a mental health setting.
• An understanding of how mental health issues can affect the lives of individuals, their families and their community, and experience of using a range of evidence-based approaches to reduce the impact of such issues.
• Experience of working in a busy team, and an ability to use initiative at times of pressure

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate in written and verbal English to a high standard, and basic numeracy skills.
• Demonstrable ability to use computer systems efficiently and effectively to record data clearly, accurately and quickly.
• Ability to work with a degree of autonomy, whilst also taking direction from senior colleagues

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Silverbirch Unit, Callington Road Hospital

Marmalade Road

Bristol

BS4 5BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For detailed information on this IT Cyber Specialist job, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Please also refer to the detailed Person Specification attached.
• Strong technical understanding of cyber security principles, secure configuration, threat detection and vulnerability management
• Experience working with security monitoring and protective tooling such as:
• Microsoft MDE
• Vulnerability scanning tools
• Identity security and multi-factor authentication
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 security in nhs.net connect
• Understanding of network security concepts (e.g., firewalls, segmentation, IDS/IPS, DNS filtering).
• Knowledge of patching methodologies, operating system hardening, and baseline compliance
• Awareness of national NHS cyber policies, cyber alerts, and regulatory expectations e.g. NIS and DSPT CAF
• Hands-on technical experience supporting cyber security operations in a complex IT environment
• Experience analysing security alerts, investigating incidents, correlating events, and contributing to incident response
• Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, patch compliance checks and remediation tracking
• Experience working with IT teams to improve security posture across endpoints, servers, networks, and cloud environments
• Experience documenting incidents, maintaining risk registers, and producing security reports
• Ability to communicate technical cyber risks clearly and appropriately to both technical and non-technical colleagues
• Ownership of issues
• Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales
• The promotion of equality of opportunity and good working relations (providing practical leadership)
• Self-motivated
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity and promotes organisational values
• Embrace change, viewing it as an opportunity to learn and develop

Qualifications

Essential

• Please also refer to the detailed Person Specification attached.
• Educated to degree level in a relevant IT, cyber security, or computer science discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent specialist experience at an advanced technical level. Professional cyber security qualification(s) desirable, such as:
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA CySA+
• EC-Council CEH (Desirable) CISSP / CCSP / CISM (or working toward)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in cyber security, threat detection, security monitoring, and vulnerability management
• Knowledge of NHS cyber frameworks (DSPT, Cyber Assessment Framework, NIS/NIS2) acquired through formal training or relevant experience
• Training or certification in security tooling (MDE, vulnerability management, identity protection) advantageous

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

NHS Dorset

Address

NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board

NHS Dorset - County Hall

Colliton Park

Dorchester

Dorset

DT1 1XJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Contract Assurance

Coordinate the ongoing assurance programme for the Soft FM contract.

Monitor contractual performance against agreed KPIs, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and contractual obligations.

Review performance data, audit outcomes, and compliance reports to identify trends, risks, and areas requiring improvement.

Maintain accurate records demonstrating compliance with contractual requirements.

Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly contract performance reports, from information shared by the Soft FM supplier

Escalate contractual concerns and emerging risks to the Head of Operational Facilities or Leads that cover the contract provisions

Performance Monitoring

Collate assurance information from multiple operational teams within Hotel Services and share findings of drop in standards and assurance with the Soft FM provider

Analyse audit findings and produce performance summaries cross referencing the Soft FM KPIs and standards have not met the obligations

Coordinate evidence required for contract meetings.

Monitor action plans arising from audits, inspections, complaints, and incidents.

Ensure agreed corrective actions are tracked through to completion.

Liaison and Coordination

Act as the central liaison point between:

SWFTCS Facilities Management

SWFTCS Facilities operational teams

Contracted Soft FM provider

Trusts Infection Prevention and Control

Trusts Nursing teams

SWFTCS Estates colleagues

Facilitate communication regarding service performance, compliance issues, and contractual obligations

Report at meetings relating to contract performance and assurance and where gaps can be seen proactively

Audit Coordination

Coordinate assurance information generated through operational monitoring and join auditing/shaddowing including:

Training performance and expectations

National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness audits

Cleaning inspections including efficacy auditing

Incidents and trends

PLACE inspections

Patient feeding audits

Waste management audits

Linen management audits

Security inspections and audits

Portering performance reviews

Retail service monitoring

Ensure audit results are validated, recorded, and reported appropriately.

Governance

Support contract governance arrangements.

Prepare documentation for contract review meetings.

Produce dashboards and reports highlighting performance trends.

Maintain risk and issue logs relating to contract performance.

Assist with evidence collection for internal and external inspections

Continuous Improvement

Identify recurring service issues and support development of improvement plans.

Work with operational teams and the contractor to improve service quality.

Share learning from audits, incidents, complaints, and patient feedback.

Information Management

Maintain contract assurance databases.

Produce performance reports showing performance

Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and available for inspection.

Support production of Board and Committee reports where required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in Facilities Management, Contract Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of contract monitoring
• Experience within NHS Facilities or Soft FM.
• Experience coordinating audits and assurance processes.
• Experience producing performance reports and analysing data.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders.

Skills

Essential

• Understanding of Soft FM services.
• Knowledge of NHS quality assurance processes.
• Understanding of KPIs and Service Level Agreements
• Awareness of NHS recognised Legislation, guidance and/or best practice.
• Knowledge of governance and compliance processes.
• Experience in outsourced FM contracts.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Contract Management.
• Experience using CAFM or contract management systems.
• Knowledge of PLACE assessments.
• Knowledge of ERIC and NHS performance reporting.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional and approachable.
• Collaborative working style.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to work independently.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Customer-focused with excellent interpersonal skills.

Other

Essential

• Passes Occupational Health Screening
• Good presentation.
• Willingness to work out of normal working hours when necessary
• Holds a current driving licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

SWFT Clinical Services Ltd

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

The post holder will be aligned to a Place Based Team and be clinically responsible for the diagnosing, prescribing, planning and evaluation of care, ensuring provision of high standards of care to patients and their families within the community. They will work as part of an Integrated Team, working within and across professional and organisational boundaries.

The post holder will be a practitioner who can demonstrate a broad range of competencies and is able to adapt to a wide variety of clinical circumstances. They will be part of a community team where their proven ability to make high level clinical decisions will aid patient outcomes

Providing highly developed clinical leadership for all patients on the Community Nursing caseload through advanced level autonomous practice including taking managed risks, for example where the patient is kept at home, rather than hospital or hospice admittance as would previously been the practice

Provide highly specialist clinical leadership for patients on the caseload and work collaboratively with all professionals, carers and relatives to gain a deep understanding of all aspects of the patients physical, emotional and social situation. This includes physical examination and detailed history taking, diagnosis, prescribing, planning and evaluation of care

Provide highly specialist clinical leadership for the development and maintenance of personalised care plans for patients on the community nursing caseload, based on the full assessment of medical, nursing and care needs. This includes preventative measures and anticipation of future needs.

Order investigations and tests and interpret and act on results, using clinical guidelines and policies to support clinical decision-making.

Maintain competence in prescribing according to level of prescribing qualification i.e. Independent Prescriber and participate in regular continuing professional development in relation to the role

Prescribe medication in accordance with the local Non-medical Prescribing Policy, and local and national prescribing guidance. It is expected that all prescribers will prescribe within the limits of their individual competence

Liaise with other agencies, including the voluntary sector, to mobilise resources to meet patient needs and to support them at home securing additional support as required

Act as a resource for the PBT and community teams, providing teaching and education to them as required

To promote new research, innovation and evidence to support quality improvements and evidence based practice within the team

Clinically lead by example showing a high level of motivation and a positive attitude

Carry out regular reviews of the caseload with the Caseload Holder to maintain oversite and identify patients who are not progressing towards expected health outcomes

Support teams, individual clinicians and patients with recommendations regarding individualised treatment plans

Provide care interventions and higher level assessments for patients with highly complex conditions to ensure that patients achieve their optimum level of wellness

Responsible for the safe use of clinical equipment for the team and individual practice

Autonomous Clinical Practice

The post holder will undertake highly specialised treatment which includes but not limited to leg ulcer treatment, end of life care, wound care, continence management, management of plural drains and manoeuvring patients.

To take a comprehensive history, perform a systematic physical examination and establish baseline data to inform the development of a comprehensive care plan

Utilise highly specialist assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation skills appropriate to routine pathway

Analyse signs and symptoms, laboratory tests, investigations and other measures of function in formulating a diagnosis

Use highly complex analytical and problem-solving skills in unpredictable situations especially when developing care plans for complex and sensitive cases.

Provide evidence-based treatment plans based on sound clinical decision making, including the unique presentation of illness and response to treatment of patients on the community nursing caseload

Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to plan and implement treatment for acute illness/injury/chronic illness as required, using skills in nurse prescribing and medicines management

Negotiate, collaborate and support individuals and families to make sometimes difficult decisions about plans of care by empowering them to decide on the most appropriate course of action

Ensure a robust process is in place to review care and treatment plans

Take a leading role in regularly auditing and monitoring all components of care delivery

Review and develop clinical competency as required to support clinical practice, participating in ongoing personal development of self and of others

Ensure all clinical records are kept in line with SWUF and NMC guidelines

Communication

Effectively communicate and manage the delivery and reception of complex, sensitive, or potentially contentious information, utilising advanced skills in persuasion, motivation, mediation, and assurance to support team members and provide excellent care. These are particularly necessary for safeguarding concerns, challenging behaviours against team members, capacity assessments and broader social concerns.

Establish the dynamic process of understanding, reflecting, active listening and checking understanding, thus developing a therapeutic relationship with patients and their carers

Enable and support patients as active partners in the care planning process for present and future needs

Dissemination of information throughout the multidisciplinary team, taking into account the patients right of confidentiality

Education

Utilise communication skills and knowledge to promote patients and families abilities to make informed decisions and participate in care planning

Participate in the development of the teams knowledge for Routine Care Pathways

Work alongside team managers to support staff in clinical examinations and assessments unfamiliar to them

Continue to develop own expert practice

Critically evaluate research and educate the team to ensure that this theory is integrated into practice

Role model and support staff to ensure that they are clinically competent to undertake new complex skills which are maintained to ensure that patients receive the highest possible standards of care in the most appropriate environment as close to home as possible, preferably in their own home if that is their express wish

Delivering educational sessions regarding benefits of supervision, quality improvement and Learning from Experience sessions

Leadership

Contribute to the development of clinical policies, procedures and guidelines ensuring they are implemented and monitored

Participate in the clinical appraisal process, providing feedback on performance

Participate and lead on the embedding of regular clinical and safeguarding supervision for all appropriate staff

Contribute to the recruitment and selection process

Act with colleagues to identify clinical development needs within the service

Act as an advocate at all times for both patients and the service

Be a role model for other clinical members of the team, taking an active role in ensuring staff are safe in clinical practice, work with team managers to risk assess areas of practice, reporting to senior staff with education/training plans to aid the mitigation of risk as required

Embed activities within the community team to achieve organisational quality priorities

Deliver clinical supervision and undertake supervision for own practice

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• PGDip District Nursing
• Independent non-medical prescribing qualification (V300)
• Coaching Skills

Desirable

• Additional Leadership CPD - e.g. Mary Seacole Programme, LEO Programme

Experience

Essential

• Participated in Quality improvement initiatives
• Significant post registration experience as a senior nurse in a community nursing team
• Experience of leadership and leading change or project implementation
• Experience of undertaking comprehensive health needs assessment and developing complex care plans

Skills

Essential

• Caseload Management
• Highly developed clinical expertise and knowledge in all aspects of community nursing care
• Highly specialist assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation skills appropriate to clinical area
• Proficient across a wide range of clinical and IT systems

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Displays trust values at all times
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including ability to deal with challenging and sensitive situations
• Proven ability to work on own and in partnership with other care providers
• Self Motivated and Self Disciplined
• Ability to deal with emotionally challenging clinical situations
• Commitment to client centred, non-discriminatory practice
• Proven sensitivity to the needs of patient, relatives carers and other care providers

Other

Essential

• Must be a car driver and able to drive in varied weather conditions
• Must be a non-smoker during working hours
• Must be willing to undertake Criminal records Bureau Disclosure to Enhanced / Standard level
• Must be legally entitled to work in this country

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bulkington Community Centre

School Road

Bedworth

CV12 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional Values

To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust

Uphold the Trust values and standards at all times.

Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential and meet Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the team. Promoting a professional and positive working environment

To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policy and procedures ensuring an open and transparent culture

To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons

To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times

To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as and when required by Service needs

To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage

To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Clinical Practice

To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.

To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants

To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition.

Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction and supervision of the registered professional.

To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered Professional

To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.

To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.

To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.

To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.

To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.

To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.

Communications and Interpersonal Relationships

Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required. Being aware of barriers to effective communication.

Always introduce yourself in line with the Trusts privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.

To answer the telephone when necessary in a polite, courteous manner and pass on enquiries to the registered professional.

Communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned and coordinated.

Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care under the direct supervision of a registered professional maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Report incidents, accidents and complaints as per Trust Policy and to the senior professional on duty, ensuring an open and transparent culture.

Use the Trust information support system and other computer systems as required by the clinical area in accordance with Trust policy.

Team Working

Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe keeping of patients property in accordance with Trust policy.

Promote a professional, welcoming and uncluttered environment; keep all storage areas safe, clean and tidy.

To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment in the clinical area including all equipment cleaning.

Ensure all waste and soiled linen is disposed of in line with Trust policy.

Participate in audit under the direction of the registered professional

Clean and check beds, bed spaces and lockers following discharge and in preparation for admission (inpatient areas only).

Ensure deliveries are stored correctly and stock maintained to the required level.

Support the housekeeper with general housekeeping duties, reporting as necessary essential cleaning needs (inpatient areas only).

Education, Training and Personal Development

To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions, i.e. infection control, resuscitation and manual handling training.

To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant Induction programme.

To participate in the Trust Appraisal process

To undertake training as necessary for the development of the post and the relevance of the department including IT and clinical skills.

To continue personal development in relation to identified objectives.

Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience in delivering care and working in a healthcare or people centred environment

Skills

Essential

• Able to work to agreed level of competency.
• Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Competent IT skills
• Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to write accurately and legibly

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Compassionate and caring nature
• Empathetic
• Reliable

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Passes pre-employment checks
• Able to work flexibly over a 24 hour period.
• Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
• Able, with appropriate support, to work in an emotionally demanding environment

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Emergency Department, Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional Values

To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.

Uphold the Trust values and standards at all times.

Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential and meet Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act.

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the team. Promoting a professional and positive working environment.

To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policy and procedures ensuring an open and transparent culture.

To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons.

To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times.

To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as and when required by Service needs.

To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage.

To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Clinical Practice

To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.

To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants.

To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition.

Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction and supervision of the registered professional.

To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered Professional.

To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.

To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.

To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.

To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.

To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.

To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.

Communications and Interpersonal Relationships

Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required. Being aware of barriers to effective communication.

Always introduce yourself in line with the Trusts privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.

To answer the telephone when necessary in a polite, courteous manner and pass on enquiries to the registered professional.

Communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned and coordinated.

Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care under the direct supervision of a registered professional maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Report incidents, accidents and complaints as per Trust Policy and to the senior professional on duty, ensuring an open and transparent culture.

Use the Trust information support system and other computer systems as required by the clinical area in accordance with Trust policy.

Team Working

Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe keeping of patients property in accordance with Trust policy.

Promote a professional, welcoming and uncluttered environment; keep all storage areas safe, clean and tidy.

To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment in the clinical area including all equipment cleaning.

Ensure all waste and soiled linen is disposed of in line with Trust policy.

Participate in audit under the direction of the registered professional.

Clean and check beds, bed spaces and lockers following discharge and in preparation for admission (inpatient areas only).

Ensure deliveries are stored correctly and stock maintained to the required level.

Support the house keeper with general housekeeping duties, reporting as necessary essential cleaning needs (inpatient areas only).

Education, Training and Personal Development

To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions, i.e. infection control, resuscitation and manual handling training.

To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant Induction programme.

To participate in the Trust Appraisal process.

To undertake training as necessary for the development of the post and the relevance of the department including IT and clinical skills.

To continue personal development in relation to identified objectives.

Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience working as part of a team

Skills

Essential

• Able to work to agreed level of competency
• Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Competent IT skills
• Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to write accurately and legibly