Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

The postholder will work as part of a community nursing service working across the Fylde coast,overseeing/supervisingthe provision ofnursinginterventionsin patients homes or clinic settings.

To manage a caseload of patients withhighly complexneeds using evidence base and patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.

To provide safe, effective, individualised care to patients and to give support to families and service usersrequiring scheduled and unscheduled care interventions.

Work in collaboration with colleagues and key stakeholders, ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multi agency service. This includes planning, delivering, evaluating and development of the services for which they are responsible.

Tofacilitate themonitoringofthe health needs of patients on a continual basis in partnership with colleagues, families and carers,and referralsto others for reassessment, when required.

To ensure delivery of improved condition management strategies, incorporating multi professional groups through the standardisation of assessment and referral processes and to ensure access to associated support services throughappropriate,timelyreferral.

Ensure that all relevant informationis cascaded to all staff on a regular and timelybasis, providingthe opportunity for feedback as appropriate.

Attend appropriate meetings/ events as required and provide the necessary feedback.

Undertake supervision ofidentifiedstaff, including theirpersonal development plan,andappraisal completion.

Holdadefined clinical caseload (ifappropriate), co-ordinateadmissionsand discharges, for patients registered to specific GP surgeries.

Oversee the assessment,planningandimplementation of patient care.Ensuring the maintenance andtimelycompletion ofassociatedclinicalrecords.

To report andassistin investigation of patient complaintsand/or relevant incidents and implement lessons learned action plans following Trust policy.

Provide leadership and operational management ofa communitynursingteam, supporting,supervisingand managing staff; in conjunction with the Team Leader.

Provide direct patient careto patient with complex needsand health concerns.

Contribute to the development of nursing serviceswithinthedivision.

Provide clinical supervision formembers of the nursing team.

Responsibilityfor the leadership andimplementationof servicesincluding managing issues relating to performance managementand compliance with Care Quality Commission standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Clinical qualification to degree level or equivalent/Registered nurse
• Training and experience in clinical management
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Current NMC registration
• V300 Non-medical prescriber or willingness to complete
• Community Specialist Practitioner qualification
• Training & experience in clinical management

Experience

Essential

• 2 years experience at band 6 in the community
• Experience in leading at senior level
• Experience in change management & implementing change
• Able to deal with difficult situations
• Involvement in complaint & investigation management
• Ability to Identify and assess patients' complex needs.
• Demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance & safety/quality initiatives pertaining to the role
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Facilitating the management of conflict
• Facilitating/chairing meetings
• Experience of HR processes
• Experience in performance management

SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Ability to facilitate good interpersonal skills within the team
• Ability to organise self and others by prioritising and delegating as needed
• Ability to work unsupervised using own initiative
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to facilitate education
• Report writing skills
• Competent with Microsoft Office and data collection systems
• Ability to interpret and present data
• Ability to work unsupervised using own initiative
• Clinical audit knowledge & experience & implementation of audit action plans
• Able to demonstrate a high standard of clinical practice & expertise to meet service need
• Ability to confidently make decisions based on evidence based practice
• Relevant NHS and local authority policies/ agendas
• Advanced communication skills
• Motivated with strong leadership skills

Desirable

• Ability to interpret & present data

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

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Stadium

Seasiders Way

Blackpool

FY1 6JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work within and adhere your professional Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and The Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) standards of practice, The Trust relevant policies and guidelines.The post holder is an autonomous practitioner, responsible forleading service delivery, staff supervision, clinical audit,, and implementing policies, requiring, strong leadership, communication, and, clinical expertise. Responsible for managing a caseload of patients with a variety of complexconditions including chronic, disabling and life limiting illnesses. Carry out specialist assessment and treatment including the prescription of essential equipment as part of the therapeutic intervention. Specifically assessing issues related to the barriers which prevent the individual carrying out activities of daily living e.g. mobility, moving and handling, functional restrictions, activity tolerance, hand eye coordination, positioning, cognitive impairment, social and psychologicalissues, environmental restrictions.The post holder will act as a source of expertise and demonstrate advancedknowledge, skill and experience in their role.Assist the Clinical Specialist in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the therapy service. Educate other health care professionals, multi-agency professionals and therapystudents within the speciality.Work in the community as a lone practitioner in line with the Trust Lone Worker Policy. The post holder may be responsible for deputising for the Team Leader as appropriate.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Graduate diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Member of RCOT

Desirable

• Post Graduate qualification/training in clinical specialty/related topic.
• Membership of relevant special interest group(s)
• Accredited fieldwork educator

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive experience of working with complex rehabilitation patients with long-term conditions
• Leadership experience
• Advanced Clinical Skills in rehabilitation
• Experience of service evaluation and audit
• Experience of evidence-based practice
• Knowledge of relevant National Agendas/Policies/Frameworks
• Adept in the development of and implementation of Clinical Policies and Procedures
• Experience of disseminating information across organisational boundaries
• Experience of working within a broad interdisciplinary team / cross organization working
• Networking with other clinicians within rehabilitation to support up to date practice.
• Substantial clinical experience in a range of different areas
• Experience of teaching, development, and supervision of students, therapy assistants and junior staff.
• Maintenance of developmental portfolio
• Approachable and the ability to build excellent professional relationships, and a professional role model.
• Proactiveness to provide training and education to others.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a broad interdisciplinary team / cross organization working
• Membership of relevant interest group(s)
• Working as a Lead Clinician - delegating to others, overseeing their work and providing clinical leadership

Skills and Ability

Essential

• The ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Commitment to personal and professional development including up to date CPD portfolio.
• Commitment to the development of the Clinical Team and wider department
• Ability to motivate a team.
• Ability to negotiate.
• Can demonstrate quick thinking and resourcefulness, maintaining judgement under pressure.
• Ability to work contracted hours but be flexible / adaptable to the needs of the service, including weekend working.
• Assertive and confident
• Excellent organisational and time management skills including ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to be empathetic and discuss sensitive issues.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and act on it.
• Ability to work well within an integrated team and wider MDT.
• Full UK Driver's license
• Access to car for work purposes or sustainable transport arrangements to allow you to undertake the job.

Desirable

• Possess good information management and technology skills.
• Presentation 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

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lytham Primary Care Centre

Victoria Street

Lytham

FY85DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Consultant job description together with the person specification for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.

Desirable

• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
• MRCPsych
• Additional clinical qualifications, especially relevant to clinical role.

Eligibility

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
• Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.

Desirable

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice

Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of evidence-base for management of psychosis, especially risk in psychosis, treatment innovations, Assertive outreach.
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
• Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others.
• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA.

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.
• Experience in Assertive Outreach, Assertive Community Treatment, FACT or Rehabilitation Psychiatry.
• Experience of Addiction's Psychiatry or Dual Diagnosis.
• Any experience in forensic psychiatry or with patients subject to part III of the act.

Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning

Essential

• Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
• Ability to work in and lead team
• Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement.
• Participated in continuous professional development
• Able to use and appraise clinical evidence.
• Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes.

Desirable

• Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post.
• Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
• Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation.
• Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
• Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients.

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

New Horizons

Pursers Court

Slough

SL2 5BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full description of the job and its main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at point of application
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• ALS certificate

Desirable

• Evidence of engagement with MRCP or completion

Clinical Experience

Essential

• 2 years of clinical experience post-qualification and evidence of achievements of foundation competences from a UKFPO attained foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC Standards/Good Medical practice
• Evidence of experience of working practices in the NHS with a minimum of 4 months practising in a clinical setting (excluding clinical attachment)
• Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
• Ability to prioritise clinical need
• Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
• Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient

Desirable

• Experience working in a UK Major Trauma Centre or Teaching Hospital Trust in a Foundation post or equivalent

Teaching and training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and resident doctors
• Awareness of ethical issues
• Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives

Desirable

• To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
• Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, and involvement in a formal research project
• Evidence of relevant academic publications/presentations

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
• Good time management skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).

Management and Administration

Desirable

• Awareness of current issues in NHS

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential

• Committed to and understands the principles of clinical governance
• Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
• Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation

Desirable

• Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
• Evidence of a portfolio of audit/quality improvement projects, including where the audit loop has been closed and there is evidence of learning of the principles of change management
• Evidence of understanding the practical workings of clinical governance e.g. handling a complaint, incident reporting

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northern General Hospital

Herries Road

Sheffield

S5 7AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Generic responsibilities

All staff at this organisation have a duty to conform to the following:

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

A good attitude and positive action towards Equality Diversity & Inclusion creates an environment where all individuals can achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.

Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.

Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued, and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that they treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.

Safety, Health, Environment and Fire

The organisation is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities for staff to maintain their health, wellbeing and safety.

The post-holder is to manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients and monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.

All personnel have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for themselves, their team and others and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

All personnel are to comply with the:

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

Environmental Protection Act 1990

Environment Act 1995

Fire Precautions workplace Regulations 1999

Other statutory legislation which may be brought to the post holders attention

Confidentiality

The organisation is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times.

It is essential that, if the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained, all staff must protect patient information and provide a confidential service.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

To preserve and improve the quality of this organisations outputs, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work.

The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within this practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice and to discuss, highlight and collaborate with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care.

This organisation continually strives to improve work processes which deliver healthcare with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement where everyone counts, and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.

Staff should interpret national strategies and policies into local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values and culture of general practice. All staff are to contribute to investigations and root cause analyses whilst participating in serious incident investigations and multidisciplinary case reviews.

Induction

We will provide a full induction programme, and management will support you throughout the process.

Learning and development

The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake in, and complete mandatory training as directed. It is an expectation for this post-holder to assess their own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate.

The post-holder will undertake mentorship for team members and disseminate learning and information gained to other team members to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments e.g., courses and conferences. The post-holder will provide an educational role to patients, carers, families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning.

Collaborative working

All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working and understand their own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time. Staff are to prioritise their own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded within the culture of the team.

Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments, and the post-holder is to work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working and to work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery

Effective communication is essential, and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner. All staff should delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence. Plans and outcomes by which to measure success should be agreed.

Managing information

All staff should use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in the planning, implementation and monitoring of care and presenting and communicating information.

Data should be reviewed and processed using accurate SNOMED codes to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoring and audit processes.

Service delivery

Staff will be given detailed information during the induction process regarding policy and procedure.

The post holder must adhere to the information contained within the organisations policies and regional directives, ensuring protocols are always adhered to.

Primary key responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the ANP in delivering health services:

• Independently assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute illness, minor illness and undifferentiated conditions.
• Deliver face-to-face and telephone same-day access appointments.
• Undertake advanced history taking and physical examination.
• Formulate differential diagnoses and management plans.
• Prescribe medicines safely and effectively as an Independent Prescriber.
• Request, interpret and act upon diagnostic investigations.
• Manage acute presentations and exacerbations of chronic disease within scope of practice.
• Work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary Duty Team.
• Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and community services.
• Identify, assess and appropriately manage clinical risk.
• Deliver patient-centred care based upon current evidence and best practice.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using appropriate clinical systems and SNOMED coding.
• Support safeguarding processes in accordance with local and national guidance.
• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement and service development.
• Contribute towards achievement of QOF and enhanced service requirements.
• Participate in significant event reviews and patient safety activities.
• Support the team in managing clinical emergencies.
• Undertake mandatory training and maintain professional registration and competencies.
• Contribute to and embrace clinical governance.

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.

Wider responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the ANP has the following wider responsibilities:

Provide clinical leadership and support to the multidisciplinary team.

• Promote evidence-based practice and shared learning.
• Support service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and pathways.
• Support workforce development and mentorship of colleagues where appropriate.
• Participate in local and PCN-wide initiatives to improve patient outcomes.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications
• Qualified healthcare professional with current NMC registration.
• Educated to masters degree level in accordance with the NHS England. Multi-Professional Framework for Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Registered on the appropriate professional register.
• Independent Prescriber Qualification (V300).
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development.

Desirable

• Teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification
• Minor illness or urgent care qualification

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Advanced clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to independently assess, diagnose and manage acute and minor illness.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Competent Independent Prescriber.
• Ability to request, interpret and act upon investigations.
• Understanding of evidence-based practice.
• Good clinical system knowledge and accurate record keeping.
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children.
• Understanding of clinical governance and risk management.
• Knowledge of QOF and enhanced services.

Desirable

• Minor injury assessment and management skills.
• Experience supporting service development initiatives.

Personal Qualities & Other Requirements

Essential

• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates personal accountability and professionalism.
• Resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Occupational Health clearance.
• Meet the requirements and produce evidence for professional revalidation.
• Evidence of CPD commensurate with the role.
• Flexibility to work outside core office hours if required by service need.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum two years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
• Demonstrable evidence of autonomous clinical practice.
• Experience assessing, diagnosing and managing acute and minor illness.
• Experience managing undifferentiated presentations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to delivering patient-centred care.
• Knowledge and experience of acute and chronic disease management.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, clinical governance and risk management.

Desirable

• Experience of Emergency Care, Urgent Treatment Centre or Minor Injury Unit settings.
• Experience of working in General Practice.
• Experience of same-day access or Duty Team working.
• Experience using Systmone.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Honiton Surgery

Address

Marlpits Lane

Honiton

Devon

EX14 2NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the co-ordination and administration of courses and programmes delivered to staff and students to ensure timely updating of staff records. This includes sending reminder text messages to course delegates.

Recording of staff training with ESR following successful completion of programmes supported by the Resuscitation Training department.

Updating and maintaining the Resuscitation Training department intranet site.

Assist with the creation of external learning accounts on the Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) website to enable all learners to access eLearning.

Assist with pre and post course administration to ensure accurate record keeping.

Raise electronic requisition orders for stationary items, receipting appropriately when the goods arrive and chasing up outstanding orders with the suppliers.

Undertake photocopying, printing, laminating, and shredding as required.

Collect and distribute mail daily and follow up as necessary.

Support the Resuscitation Administration Manager in the coordination of advanced resuscitation courses where required.

Ensure the delivery of excellent customer service at all times by maintaining good levels of communication and confidentiality.

Please see attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE pass in Maths and English

Experience

Essential

• Computer literacy and keyboard skills including the use of Microsoft Office.
• Efficient with good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.
• Ability to achieve high levels of accuracy whilst ensuring deadlines are met.
• Ability to liaise with staff at all levels.
• Previous experience working within the NHS is desirable.

Employer details

Employer name

Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Address

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Southwick Hill Road

Portsmouth

England

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide senior medical secretarial service directly to named Consultants.
• To take a lead role in managing the waiting list of a group of consultants. This will involve cross covering and supporting other specialities when required to support the team and services.
• Monitor the waiting list and work list daily to ensure Government Access Targets are not breached.
• To co-ordinate admission and associated pre-operative assessment clinics.
• To ensure RTT (18 week pathway) status is recorded accurately and is up to date.
• To collate information for clinical audits if required.
• Arranging appointments as required.
• To be responsible for and collation of investigation results.
• To deal with day to day incoming mail, assigning priority and/or taking any necessary action without reference to Consultant staff if necessary and within remit.
• Acting as first point of contact for all forms of communication for the consultant and their team
• Audio typing of clinical and non-clinical correspondence ensuring completion within national guidelines.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

If successful this vacancy will require a Standard DBS check at a cost of £26.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary.

In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• 5 GCSE's or equivalent including Maths and English

Desirable

• ECDL

Knowledge

Essential

• Microsoft Word
• Understanding of patient pathway of care through an acute hospital setting
• Medical terminology

Desirable

• Microsoft Excel
• PAS, TheatreMan
• Waiting list management
• Patient pathway management
• 18 Week ePTL
• Digital Dictation Systems
• Understanding of patient pathway of care through an acute hospital setting

Experience

Essential

• Supervision/delegation of tasks
• Working in a team
• Maintain confidentiality
• Previous NHS experience

Desirable

• Advanced keyboard skills
• Audio typing

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Reliable and works to high standards
• Adaptable to change
• Sensitive and caring
• Able to work on own initiative
• Excellent organisational and time management skills

Desirable

• Problem solving

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

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stepping Hill Hospital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 26th August 2026

Closing date: 6th September 2026

Shortlisting date: w/c 7th September 2026

Proposed Interview date: 16th September 2026

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• We are kind
• We are open
• We are inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level Registered Nurse (degree/diploma)
• Current NMC Registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
• Experience of working in a clinical environment
• Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• An understanding of national, regional and local NHS issues
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to network and build relationships at all levels
• Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own workload
• Ability to de-escalate complex situations
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Awareness of the need for confidentiality at all times
• Computer literacy e.g. experience of electronic patient record

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deputy Practice Manager GP Surgery

Hours: 30 hours per week (0.8 FTE)Reports to: Practice Manager / GP Partners

We are a friendly, well-established GP surgery caring for approximately 9,500 patients. Our team includes four GP Partners, Practice Manager, Office Manager, Administration Manager, four Practice Nurses, HCA, Phlebotomist, ANP and Matron. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, positive and collaborative practice where colleagues work together to provide high-quality, patient-centred care.

To support the Practice Manager and GP Partners with the effective day-to-day management of the practice, ensuring efficient operations, excellent patient experience, good governance and a positive working environment. The postholder will deputise for the Practice Manager when required.

• Support the day-to-day operational management of the practice and non-clinical services.

• Provide leadership and support to reception and administrative teams.

• Assist with recruitment, induction, rotas, appraisals, performance management and staff development.

• Support CQC compliance, governance, risk management, policies and procedures.

• Assist with complaints, significant events, incidents, audits and quality improvement.

• Support GDPR, information governance, health and safety and mandatory training requirements.

• Assist with QOF, Enhanced Services, vaccination programmes and other practice targets.

• Monitor workloads, staffing and service capacity, identifying areas for improvement.

• Promote excellent patient service and support the management of patient feedback and concerns.

• Work closely with the PCN and external healthcare organisations.

• Assist with premises, facilities, suppliers and contractors.

• Contribute to practice meetings, business planning and implementation of agreed actions.

• Promote a positive, respectful and supportive team culture.

Essential: Experience in a management or supervisory role; excellent organisational, communication and IT skills; ability to lead and support staff; ability to prioritise and work under pressure; commitment to confidentiality, patient care and continuous improvement.

Desirable: GP practice/NHS experience; knowledge of CQC, QOF, Enhanced Services, PCNs and primary care governance; HR and quality improvement experience.

The successful candidate will be proactive, approachable, organised and committed to working collaboratively as part of our friendly practice team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• AMSPAR accreditation

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a management, supervisory or senior administrative role. Experience of working in a busy, team-focused environment.
• Ability to lead, motivate and support staff. Experience of managing workloads, prioritising tasks and dealing with day-to-day operational issues.
• Good understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, information governance and health & safety.
• Highly organised with excellent time-management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and use practice systems.
• Able to identify problems, assess risks and implement practical solutions using initiative.
• Positive, approachable and supportive team member who values collaboration and mutual support.
• Professional, reliable, flexible, approachable and able to remain calm under pressure. Patient-focused and committed to high standards of service.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, confidentiality, patient safety and continuous improvement.

Desirable

• Previous experience within a GP practice, NHS or primary care setting. Experience of managing reception/administrative teams.
• Experience of recruitment, appraisals, performance management and staff development.
• Knowledge of CQC requirements, QOF, Enhanced Services, PCN working and primary care governance.
• Experience of managing complaints and difficult or challenging situations.
• Experience of coordinating audits, meetings, projects or service improvement programmes.
• Experience using GP clinical and administrative systems.
• Experience of leading quality improvement or change projects.
• Experience of working across multidisciplinary or PCN teams.
• Relevant management or healthcare qualification.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

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

Leesbrook Surgery

Address

Mellor Street

Lees

Oldham

OL4 3DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Member must be able to demonstrate the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment. Ideally, experience in management and functional cure of viral hepatitis from an ID/Virology background.

Expertise Required:

Specialist in Viral Hepatitis

Additional expertise in HIV medicine (or any other ID sub-specialty), in viral therapeutics or immunotherapy or in global health issues related to viral hepatitis would be encouraged, but is not essential.

To make an application please email your application form, CV, completed monitoring form and declaration of interest form to: [email protected], quoting the position and reference IEAG26-1 in the subject field.

Please note that applications submitted to [email protected] will be considered only.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• The Member must be able to demonstrate the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment.
• Ideally, experience in management and functional cure of viral hepatitis from an ID/Virology background.
• ability to operate effectively on an expert scientific committee current or previous experience of committee membership(s);
• be recognised by their peers as a leader in their field e.g. national academies and Royal Colleges;
• be able to assimilate and interpret complex scientific information and formulate evidence based comments /advice at short notice;
• be able and prepared to contribute actively to the work of the EAG, including on issues outside of own specialism;
• be a skilled communicator;
• be willing to develop a working knowledge and understanding of UK medicines regulatory framework and procedures;
• maintain strict confidentiality with respect to the work of the EAG;
• be willing to declare conflicts of interest;
• be committed to the values of selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, professionalism, impartiality and consistency.

Employer details

Employer name

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

Address

Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency

10 South Colonnade

London

E14 4PU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/medicines-and-healthcare-products-regulatory-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Support Worker will assist in implementing care and treatment plans, contribute observations to assessments and reviews, and maintain accurate clinical records using electronic patient record systems. They will work collaboratively with service users, families, and carers, providing information, practical support, and signposting to relevant services where appropriate.

The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside Community Psychiatric Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychiatrists, Social Workers, Dementia Specialists, and Primary Care Services. Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential, particularly when supporting individuals with dementia, sensory impairments, communication difficulties, or mental health conditions.

Working within community settings, the post holder must be able to undertake home visits, travel across the locality, manage their workload effectively, and use IT systems competently. Knowledge of older adult mental health conditions, safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, and person-centred, recovery-focused practice is required. The role demands compassion, resilience, professionalism, organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 or equivalent qualification or be working towards.
• Base level of theoretical knowledge of care procedures, clinical observations and the mental health act
• And/or equivalent level of experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Good written communications
• Ability to follow policies and procedures
• Understanding of Equal Opportunities
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Understanding of health and safety issues

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Community mental health care

Other

Essential

• Must have full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle for business use

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

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Address

North warwickshire and rugby

manor court avenue, nuneaton , cv11 5hx

nuneaton and rugby

CV11 5HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Lead the strategic and operational delivery of rostering, temporary staffing and workforce deployment services across the Group.
• Drive workforce efficiency, productivity and cost improvement initiatives through effective workforce planning and deployment.
• Oversee the development, optimisation and governance of Health Roster, Staff Bank and associated workforce systems.
• Lead workforce transformation and service improvement programmes to enhance operational performance and staff experience.
• Develop and monitor performance metrics, reporting frameworks and workforce intelligence to support informed decision-making.
• Provide expert advice and support to senior leaders on rostering, resourcing and workforce planning matters.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, workforce policies, governance standards and rostering best practice.
• Manage delegated budgets, contracts and resources, ensuring value for money and delivery of financial objectives.
• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team through compassionate, inclusive and empowering leadership.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across operational, corporate and clinical services to deliver organisational priorities.
• Support the delivery of the Group Workforce Strategy, NHS workforce priorities and long-term workforce sustainability plans.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, staff engagement and excellent service delivery.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to influence workforce strategy and transformation across the Group, helping to ensure the right workforce is in the right place at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Master's level (Level 7) in a relevant subject, equivalent experience, or willingness to work towards this qualification
• Evidence of recent project management and/or change management experience or qualifications
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).

Desirable

• Allocate professional qualifications, Certified Administrator, Certified Professional or Certified Specialist.
• Professional training/qualification in Human Resources (e.g.: CIPD Level 5 or above)

Skills/competencies

Essential

• Experience of managing projects with strong cross department working including varied disciplines & staff groups
• Demonstrable previous success in leading and delivering change and performance with and through clinical teams, by engaging them in the strategic direction and delivery plans, establishing clear work priorities with them, delegating effectively, ensuring a capability to deliver, monitoring performance and giving feedback
• Excellent written and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences. Passionate about quality
• A commitment to improving patient services through an ability to sustain a clear performance focus on achieving demanding goals

Desirable

• Experience of contract management and procurement, specifically relating to procurement and NHS Alliance Framework.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of working in a wider system of integrated care.
• Knowledge of Rostering and Resourcing Principles with a good understanding of Working Time Directive regulations.
• Able to develop and deliver strategic objectives for the Directorate and contribute to delivery of organisational objectives.
• Knowledge of key national NHS policy and strategies, with an understanding of the social, economic and political environment of the Group.

Desirable

• Knowledge of project and programme management principles.
• Able to use benchmarking to inform decision making.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of the Allocate Rostering and Staff Bank suite

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working at a senior level and developing and leading high performing teams.
• Demonstrable experience in leading, motivating and managing teams.
• Significant experience of communicating and working with very senior managers and leaders.
• Experience of budget management and staff management.
• Experience of managing competing workloads concurrently, changing priorities and complex situations with the ability to take responsibility for and resolve complex and sensitive issues.
• Experience of risk, governance, assurance and workforce shaping.

Desirable

• Significant experience of temporary staffing within the NHS

Specific requirements

Essential

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively within a large team or individually, and able to prioritise and organise own workload.
• Ability to influence at all levels and a strategic thinker.
• Ability and willingness to work flexibly, to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• The ability to travel between sites is required

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work in line with and role model Group values.
• Personally resilient and able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or changing environment.
• Tenacity to pursue goals energetically and succeed despite resistance.
• Strong, professional leadership qualities, assertive and self-confident individual.
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate all staff within sphere of responsibility.
• Reliable, dependable and team focussed.
• Enthusiastic and self-aware.
• Creative, 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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pan Trust

Robey House

Lincoln

LN2 5QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Receiving and Directing Patients

Receive and direct patients on arrival at the reception desk in a friendly and courteous manner, ensuring their requirements are met professionally and efficiently.

Provide help to patients with general enquiries, and assist them to make appointments, using the online appointment system.

Receive, record, and accurately pass on messages via email or the clinical system.

Answer telephone calls promptly in a polite and professional directing callers as appropriate.

Provide clear information about practice procedures, appointment systems, and accessing services.

Advise patients on approximate waiting times and of any unexpected delays.

Book patient transport when the patient is unable to do so.

Book interpreters for patients when needed.

To take in fees from patients where applicable and issue receipts.

To give patients any forms / referral letters that are waiting for collection checking ID.

Receive and appropriately escalate patient concerns or complaints while maintaining empathy and professionalism.

2. Operation of Telephone and Triage System (SystmConnect)

Answer incoming calls and make outgoing calls as required.

Assist patients via the patient triage system.

Ensure phones are answered promptly monitoring the incoming calls.

Ensure that system is operational at the beginning of each day.

3. Administrative Duties

Register new patients, ensuring accurate data entry onto the clinical system.

Update patient contact details and ensure records remain accurate.

To post outgoing letters at the end of each shift.

To undertake photocopying as needed, including photocopying patients notes when required.

Call patients for recall and data collection purposes and correctly record data in patients medical record.

Ensuring that there is always a supply of the practice leaflet available at reception.

Make up registration packs (GMS1 & New Patient Health Check Form).

Complete tasks via SystmOne or relevant clinical/document systems.

Complete tasks assigned via reception clipboard.

Email referrals and support the referral process as requested by clinical team.

4. Patient Records

To assist with tagging of new patients medical records prior to summarisation.

Request missing medical records from patient services when required.

To assist with the scanning of patient related documents during busy periods.

5. Start and End of Day Procedures

Prepare the reception area for opening, ensuring systems and spaces are ready for patient arrival.

Keep reception and waiting areas clean, tidy, and presentable throughout the day.

Update staff room allocation boards for the following day.

Secure practice premises at closing, ensuring all doors, windows, and lights are safely managed.

Always maintain strict confidentiality.

Chaperone support when requested.

Support colleagues and contribute to positive teamwork.

To attend team meetings when scheduled.

To participate in appraisals and PDP (Personal Development Plan) and team training opportunities.

Help cover colleagues duties during absence, increased workload, or operational needs.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both face-to-face and over the telephone.
• Previous reception, administrative or call centre experience.
• Experience working in a public-facing role.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a GP Practice or healthcare organisation.

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education (GCSE level or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent).

Desirable

• Full UK Driving Licence.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Whaddon Healthcare

Address

25 Witham court

Tweed drive

Bletchley

Milton Keynes

MK3 7QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 26th August 2026

Closing date: 2nd September 2026

Shortlisting date: 3rd September 2026

Proposed Interview date: 10th September 2026

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Applicants must hold full registration with the GMC at the time of application
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• A minimum of two years' experience of a broad range of specialities
• A minimum of two years' experience of anaesthetics as a speciality trainee or has equivalent competencies
• Wide range of experience of Anaesthetics, able to demonstrate knowledge, skill and experience
• Current or recent out of hours Critical Care experience
• Current or recent out of hours Obstetric Anaesthesia experience

Desirable

• Understanding of Research Concepts
• Experience of audit management

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and other Healthcare professionals

Desirable

• Able to teach clinical skills

Other

Essential

• Ability to work in a team
• Commitment to continuing medical education

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

MWL Trust Sites

Wigan Road

Southport & Ormskirk

L39 2AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Participating in the undertaking of health needs reviews and health assessments to identify needs and plan care accordingly.
• To identify, plan and manage risk of an individuals care needs, relating to physical health, behavioural and or mental health.
• To be responsible for assessing, planning and making recommendations for future care in partnership with patient, carer and multi-professional agencies including case conferences for reviewing the packages of care and care co-coordinating as appropriate.
• To liaise with Primary and Secondary care agencies to ensure better health outcomes for individuals.
• To work within the Mental Capacity Act and evidence best interest decision making.
• To maintain effective and appropriate communication networks with members of the multi-disciplinary team, the independent sector homes and all stakeholder agencies and organisations to ensure that the individual care needs can be met.
• To contribute to multi-disciplinary team specialist assessments.
• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner, planning, prioritising and organising workload according to the needs of the service.
• To provide any relevant information and explanation to clients and carers at a level commensurate with their ability to understand using total communication.
• To provide evidence-based advice and guidance to care staff on the management of health needs to patients and signpost to other services.
• To act as a supervisor and/or assessor for students demonstrating high standards of practice and professional conduct.
• To undertake health promotion/education whenever possible to all adults with LD and also to contribute to planned health promotion activities.
• To work with all other agencies with regards to the safeguarding process.

Managerial Responsibilities

• To be responsible for coordinating reviews as per guidelines
• Prioritise caseload to meet competing demands
• To be aware of and abide by the LWSW policies, standards and Clinical Governance initiatives.
• Present confidentiality and be aware of the Data Protection Act, access to health records and consent for assessment process.
• Involvement in continual audit and review of services to determine quality.
• Maintain safe record-keeping and confidential practice, in line with LWSW and professional guidance and be aware of the Data Protection Act, access to health records and consent for assessment process.
• To ensure electronic record keeping policy is adhered to.

Professional Responsibilities

• To maintain a high professional standard of conduct at all times in accordance with NMC/ professional bodies code of professional conduct. Maintain an active status on NMC/ professional bodies register.
• To maintain own re-validation portfolio.
• Assume responsibility for own professional development and personal knowledge. Undertake and contribute to research where appropriate.
• Monitor own performance against agreed objectives through the process of appraisal and personal development plans and professional body regulations.
• Maintain professional expertise by arranging and attending meetings, study days and mandatory training and service training.
• Plan and participate in the supervision and provision of experience for all nurse learners and other personnel as appropriate.
• Participate in regular line management, caseload management and clinical supervision.
• To deliver appropriate training and subsequent support to other staff, students and outside agencies when required.

COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

• The post holder will be required to work within the MDT function of the CLDT and may need to be part of wider MDT groups relating to client need.
• The post holder will liaise between other health, social and educational services in assessing, planning and reviewing client care needs/service provision.
• The post holder will also work with other voluntary and secondary care providers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• Use of keyboard and computer screen for assessments and record keeping daily.

Please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working in multidisciplinary teams and across health and social care.
• Managing a complex caseload of individuals who pose a risk to themselves and society.
• Experience of working across organisational and inter-agency boundaries.
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities / mental health issues whose behaviour poses a risk.

Desirable

• Experience in mentoring students.
• Working in close contact with ICB and local commissioners.

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate understanding and competency in assessment, care planning and review.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty and reasonable adjustments.
• A good understanding of the safeguarding adult and childrens processes and relevant issues.
• A knowledge of the Mental Health Act.
• Able to problem solve and be creative in care planning
• Knowledge of Continuing Healthcare Processs

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of Ministry of Justice restrictions/Forensic Mental Health.

Specific Skills

Essential

• Able to engage effectively in dialogue with individuals at all abilities effectively managing barriers to communication
• Ability to take positive risk and work proactively with clients who display behaviours of concern
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise against tight deadlines.
• Good negotiation skills
• Excellent organisational skills and team working.
• Able to present relevant information in a concise format.
• Able to write in plain, easy and understandable style
• Capacity to work with clinicians and staff at all levels to develop a shared vision of outcomes for individuals.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse RNLD/RMN
• Relevant post registration experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Evidence of managing a caseload of complex individuals.

Desirable

• Mentorship Certificate.
• Leadership qualification/knowledge.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• The ability to be away from home overnight is an integral part of the role.
• Able to problem solve and be creative in care planning.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

Westbourne Unit

Beacon Park Road

Plymouth

PL2 2PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To lead and manage the day-to-day operations and performance of the CAMHS Mental Health Support Team to enhance the mental and emotional well-being of children and young people within Nottinghamshire.

Working in collaboration with the senior CAMHS leadership team, the post holder will be responsible for the leadership and management of teams, driving towards improved mental health outcomes for children and young people. The post holder will provide and oversee managerial supervision and support to the multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of high quality and safe patient centred care.

The post holder will develop innovative new ways of working with other providers to enhance improved working practices and relationships across healthcare in order to meet strategic objectives, organisational requirements and evidence based practice developments with a focus upon children and young peoples mental health provision.

The post holder will need to have excellent managerial and leadership skills with a good understanding of the clinical needs of children and young people requiring mental health support.

Please note, this is a full time post, and the successful candidate will be required to work Monday- Friday. This is non-negotiable.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation.

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Has the ability to perform the full ranges of duties.
• Standard keyboard skills.
• Ability to travel across site and system partner sites.
• Complete physical safety training.
• Required to undertake on call duties on the 1st Mental Health on-call rota.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Degree level (relevant to the post) with additional post graduate qualification.
• Registered Nurse, Dip SW or equivalent social work qualification (CSS, CQSW, degree in social work), Allied Health Professional with professional accreditation with HCPC registration or equivalent and relevant nationally recognised accrediting body.

Desirable

• Additional and relevant to the role qualification(s)
• Leadership qualification.
• Supervision qualification.

Training

Essential

• Supervision of staff.

Desirable

• Management training.
• Mentorship training.
• Leadership training.
• Staff supervision training.
• Project management training.

Experience

Essential

• Experience and knowledge of productivity models which support both timely patient access to services, effective use of team resource and harmonises demand capacity throughput.
• Leadership of people including setting and monitoring objectives against performance.
• Effective supervision of staff.
• Have a significant amount of relevant clinical experience/understanding across the breadth of presentations within Community CAMHS, MHST or relevant clinical delivery area.
• Experience of leading Multi-disciplinary teams and supporting effective team working.
• Experience of caseload management, including working with clients with a wide range of mental health difficulties. Experience of leading service change and service development.
• Experience of developing and delivering training packages regarding mental health and risk.

Desirable

• Knowledge of and experience of working within Child, Adolescent and/or Adult Mental Health service with patients experiencing significant Mental Health difficulties
• Knowledge of CYPIAPT Principles and ability to embed them within the service.
• Experience of working in/ leading MHST's.
• Experience and skills in Clinical audit, research and evidence-based practices.
• Experience of the clinical and operational functions of specialist child and adolescent mental health services, working in partnership with Acute hospitals and other health, education and social care providers.
• Experience of supporting 'on call' rotas.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current Mental Health policy and Legislation.
• Knowledge of MHST structures, scope and offer Knowledge and experience of Safeguarding Adults and Children practice.
• Working knowledge and understanding of policy drivers for CAMHS, MHST & CYP-IAPT.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal, liaison, management and organisational skills.
• Developing and implementing change management processes.
• Building effective communication with a diverse range of colleagues and agencies.
• To provide the vision and leadership for the team.
• Ability to lead and develop and motivate others.
• Sound judgement and decision-making skills.
• Innovation, creativity and ability in leading and developing teams, groups and individuals.
• Information technology experience and application skills.
• Ability to plan and organise activities to be completed by the team to meet the Trust's strategic objectives.
• Building and promoting effective professional relationships and integrated team-working across the organisation and system partners.

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Ability to partake in the Mental Health 1st on call rota, which may require working unsocial hours
• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Fern House, Highbury Hospital

Highbury Hospital

Nottingham

NG6 9DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a comprehensive support service to consultants and speciality teams including nurse practitioners/clinicians.

Operate an effective bring forward system and filing system.

To manage and maintain 18 week pathways including tertiary referrals to external trusts, and ensure these are accurately recorded on PAS system. Keep track of referrals to ensure patient is reviewed promptly. Check that follow up appointments are arranged in conjunction with Referral to Treat (RTT) patient pathway.

Work from initiative using own judgement, acquired knowledge and tact to deal with queries and resolve situations or refer to appropriate person.

Type dictation from audio transcription of clinical correspondence and documentation. Type discharge summaries as appropriate. Maintain an effective track on inpatient referrals to ensure patient is reviewed promptly.

Check against clinical letters to ensure appropriate follow up arrangements/investigations are in place. Rectify if not.

Deal with enquiries either on the telephone of face to face from patients, consultants, junior doctors and colleagues in an appropriate manner.

Ensure all correspondence relating to patient care is acted upon in a timely manner.

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

Assist with audit/research data collection as required.

Obtain information as requested by line manager

Be able to work as part of a team, promote effective flows in the department to cover leave to ensure office runs smoothly.

Attend appropriate training and education sessions at the request of manager.

General office duties, including incoming and outgoing mail, e-mail, fax, photocopying. Participate in housekeeping of office environment.

Implement policies and procedures for own area.

Record and input data onto databases and systems as appropriate

Any other duties required by line manager

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

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

Experience

Essential

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

Skills/Ability/Knowledge

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Able to adopt flexible approach when required
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships

Other requirements

Essential

• Understanding of confidential nature of role and awareness of Data Protection Act

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hosptital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached role description and person specification for more details about this vacancy and it's duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the attached role description and person specification for more details about this vacancy and it's duties.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached role description and person specification for more details about this vacancy and it's duties.

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

Wiltshire Council

Address

County Hall

Bythesea Rd

Trowbridge

Wiltshire

BA14 8JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating patient flow across Southampton Children's Hospital service, ensuring beds are used effectively and patients are moved safely and promptly to the most appropriate area of care.

Working closely with the Emergency Department, Regional Hospitals and clinical teams to support the timely admission of patients alongside ensuring the most appropriate clinical areas used to support effective patient care.

Maintaining oversight of bed capacity and anticipated demand, proactively identifying pressures and working with operational and clinical colleagues to resolve barriers to patient flow and support the delivery of safe, high-quality care.

You will need to be a clear and Confident communicator with excellent attention to detail.Able to prioritise your own workload with minimal supervision and be able to deal with complex situations.

These are 12 hour shifts with an hour unpaid for breaks to be taken throughout the day. Below would be the required shift pattern that needs to be covered with some room for negotiation.

Week 1 - Wednesday and FridayWeek 2 - Saturday and SundayWeek 3 - Wednesday, Saturday and SundayWeek 4 - Wednesday.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths minimum grade C, or equivalent qualification
• Educated to vocational level 3 or an equivalent qualification level or relevant work-based experience / training
• Detailed knowledge of secretarial and administrative procedures and systems in order to resolve many non-routine issues.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and organisational policies / procedures in order to resolve problems or to develop and/or refine procedures.
• Experience of working in a busy environment
• Experience of dealing with complex situations
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and on own initiative
• Demonstrates clarity and breadth in use of verbal and written communications in relation to our patient group
• Ability to quickly form good working relationships with staff at all levels of seniority
• Demonstratable customer care skills

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing personal/professional development
• Previous experience working in an acute hospital setting
• Bed management experience

Trust Values

Essential

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Trent Logistics is the transport service provider for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and additionally provide a Logistics service to other NHS organisations.

We hold an accreditation in Environmental Management system (ISO14001-2015)

We use a fleet of modern Electric (battery) & Diesel light commercial vehicles.

The team comprises of 30 colleagues who take pride in the logistical services that they provide to the NHS and strive for excellence and continual improvement.

Full induction training is undertaken to the role and on-going training to the scheduled runs is provided by experienced colleagues.

You will work alongside other colleagues whilst at the base (Duncan Macmillan House) and although you will mainly work alone whilst driving you may have contact with colleagues at communal locations during the day.

The sharing of knowledge & experience between colleagues is undertaken regularly to maintain continual improvement.

The role will include.

Working as team member on different scheduled runs on a rota basis between 6.30am to 8pm Monday to Friday providing a logistics service.

The driving of a works light commercial vehicle including daily basic maintenance & inspection and completion of vehicle records.

Manual handling and the use of trolleys to move goods between the vehicle and delivery/collection location.

Manual handling of goods some of which may be heavy.

Attendance at multiple sites on multiple levels is required throughout a working day collecting & delivering items.

Communicating with a range of people on a regular basis.

Undertaking training as required some of which will be PC based.

Sorting internal mail in a post room environment.

Following written & verbal instructions and completing paperwork & providing verbal feedback.

Working without direct supervision during the day.

Ability to work under pressure to timescales whilst driving in traffic with the ability to problem sole 'on the go'.

Having a good knowledge of Nottingham & surrounding areas.

Please read the job description and person specification for further details.

Person Specification

Physical requirements

Essential

• Capable of sitting in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working day whilst driving.
• Capable of carrying out manual handling activities.

Desirable

• Capable of standing for long periods whilst sorting mail.

Experience

Essential

• Recent delivery driving experience using light commercial vehicles.
• Experience of communicating politely and effectively at all levels.
• Experience of working without direct supervision in a delivery driving role.
• Experience of being able to follow tasks and written instruction
• Experience of being able to work effectively under pressure e.g., in heavy traffic situations.

Desirable

• Recent multi-drop deliveries and collections experience using light commercial vehicles.
• Ability to use a desk top computer

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• Recent manual handling training

Desirable

• English & Maths qualifications to GCSE or equivalent at C grade minimum
• Hold a current certificate in the safe transporting of radioactive materials.
• Driver training certificate

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Full valid UK driving licence with category B manual gearbox entitlement.
• Must be available to work Monday to Friday between 6.30am and 8pm on a rota system.
• Ability to work overtime if required.

Desirable

• Ability to work weekends & unsociable hours if required.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the road network in Nottingham.
• Knowledge of the Highway Code in relation to driving light commercial vehicles for work.

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS locations within Nottingham.
• Understanding of the H&S at work Act 1974

Values & Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork.
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Duncan Macmillan House

Porchester Road

Nottingham

NG3 6AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Primary or Social NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent award in an appropriate field
• oDemonstrable competence in skills for role

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• oExperience in a care based workplace
• oExperience in care of the older person
• oDemonstrate enthusiasm for providing high standards of patient care

Desirable

• oWorking within the NHS

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• oAbility to communicate effectively with patients/clients despite barriers to understanding that enables them to participate in their therapy
• oAbility to work autonomously and manage workload
• oBasic computer skills for example entering numbers in a spreadsheet or using email

TRANSPORT

Essential

• oFull valid UK Driving Licence
• oCar owner

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Leonards Hospital

Ringwood Road

Hants

BH24 2RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Trust Commitment and Consultant Responsibilities

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to enhancing patient safety and experience. All consultants are expected to adhere to GMC/GDC guidance and comply with the Trusts Clinical Risk Management processes.

Key consultant responsibilities include:

Auditing their own clinical outcomes.

Reporting clinical incidents promptly and alerting the Trust to potential risks.

Participating in annual appraisals.

Fostering positive and effective team relationships.

A mentor will be assigned to the successful candidate upon commencement to provide guidance and support.

Professional Development

The successful candidate is expected to proactively plan their personal development and Continuing Medical Education (CME). Through the appraisal process, they will ensure that adequate training is undertaken to maintain clinical skills, knowledge and expertise and to support revalidation requirements.

Job plans will be reviewed annually between the Clinical Director and Consultant, in line with the new Consultant contract. This review will address service needs and agree objectives related to clinical standards, goals and workload.

Teaching and Supervision

Consultants have a responsibility to teach and supervise doctors, students and non-medical healthcare professionals. Time for these duties is incorporated into their working week and educational development should be part of their personal development plans.

Clinical Services Structure

Clinical services at the Trust are delivered within Care Groups. The Obstetrics & Gynaecology department sits within the Families & Community Services Care Group, alongside:

Urgent Care

Planned Care

Child & Family Health Devon

Infection Control

In accordance with the Health Act (2006), all staff must comply with national and local infection control policies and procedures. Staff involved directly or indirectly in patient care are required to complete annual mandatory training, including hand hygiene.

Staff are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe workplace and must report any infection risks to the Infection Prevention and Control Team in line with the Trusts Incident Reporting Policy. Consultants are expected to lead by example in maintaining the highest standards in infection prevention, an area of critical importance to the Trust.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Full GMC Registration (with licence to practice).
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
• CCT Specialist Registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview date.
• Advanced Labour Ward Practice ATSM or equivalent
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems
• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Desirable

• Other degrees, e.g. BSc, MSc, MD.
• Suitable ATSMs or equivalent experience
• Urogynaecology

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Lowes Bridge, Torquay

Devon

Devon

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information please see the attached Job Description. If you have any questions, please contact Laila Bouabidi on [email protected]

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• 5 GSCEs, including Level 2 English and Maths, or equivalent qualification
• Genuine interest in working in maternity services
• Good communication skills (verbal, written)
• Commitment to complete a competency-based workbook
• Previous experience of working with members of the pubic

Desirable

• Level 3 qualification in Healthcare
• Foundation Degree Maternity Pathway
• Previous experience within a healthcare setting
• Previous experience within a maternity 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.

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

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Triage and allocation of referrals for patients on Discharge to Assess pathway, assessing the patients needs, determining the priority of care, processing and allocating referrals accordingly, liaising with multidisciplinary team to ensure timely responses to referrals on an individual patient needs-based basis utilising the knowledge, skills and expertise of others in the Integrated team.
• To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions, the frail & elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
• To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital.
• To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital.
• Assessing and treating patients in their own homes/care homes.
• To work, liaise and communicate with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users on the Discharge to Assess pathway and in community teams.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration
• Clinical Educators Course
• Diploma or degree in Occupational or Physiotherapy

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Team Player
• Positive attitude towards flexibility to meet the needs of the role
• Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills
• Concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records

Desirable

• Knowledge or experience of SystmOne

Other

Essential

• Must have full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
• Able to kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
• Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
• Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of an MDT
• NHS experience
• Knowledge of additional specialist areas through inhouse training & short courses
• Evidence of working at relevant level

Desirable

• Evidence of previous community based role

Communication

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate with members of the MDT
• Ability to communicate with patients who have complex needs
• Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both written and verbal forms
• Good observational and reporting skills

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Regular participation in supervision and continual professional development

Desirable

• Previous experience of supervising other members of staff

Personal Attributes / Behaviours

Essential

• Highly motivated
• Tact & diplomacy
• Empathy & sensitivity