Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies whcih is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 qualification (e.g. A-Level's, NVQ3) in Health & Social Care OR equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Completion of the Care Certificate within specified timeframe on commencing employment with the Trust.
• In-depth understanding of the healthcare support worker role.

Skills And Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a clinical environment and undertaking a range of relevant clinical skills with proven competencies.
• Experience working in the NHS.
• Knowledge and understanding of the responsibilities of a health care support worker.
• Can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of promoting patient independence.

Desirable

• Additional clinical duties and activities as defined by the area of work under the delegation of the registered nurse.

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

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital / Ellesmere Port Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies whcih is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 qualification (e.g. A-Level's, NVQ3) in Health & Social Care OR equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Completion of the Care Certificate within specified timeframe on commencing employment with the Trust.
• In-depth understanding of the healthcare support worker role.

Skills And Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a clinical environment and undertaking a range of relevant clinical skills with proven competencies.
• Experience working in the NHS.
• Knowledge and understanding of the responsibilities of a health care support worker.
• Can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of promoting patient independence.

Desirable

• Additional clinical duties and activities as defined by the area of work under the delegation of the registered nurse.

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

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital / Ellesmere Port Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The exciting opportunity has arisen for a self motivated, driven individual to join the fast paced Fleet Solutions team. This role which reports into the Head of Account Management is office based.

With an excellent, proven track record in customer service, the successful candidate will be a key contact within the Fleet Solutions team to maximise performance within their portfolio of accounts.

Person Specification

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Previous experience working in an account management role
• Previous experience using a Customer Relationship Management System

Desirable

• Experience of using Ai to support improving business practices in your current role would be advantageous.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level, or a minimum 3 years' experience working in a Business to Business (B2B) environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Manufacturing and Innovation Hub

Avenue Road

Seaton Delaval

NE25 0QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The applicant must be able to undertake:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration fully licensed to practice in the UK.
• Relevant clinical training or experience in primary care nursing including treatment room procedures, immunisations, and long-term condition management, cytology.
• UK driving licence

Desirable

• Professional development courses relevant to primary care nursing or patient care excellence.

Experience

Essential

• Previous Practice Nursing experience within a General Practice setting is essential for 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.

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

Brinsworth and Whiston Medical Centre

Address

171/173 Bawtry Road

Brinsworth

Rotherham

S60 5ND

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Lead

Job summary

Are you an experienced CBT therapist or clinical team leader ready to take the next step in your career?

Gordon Moody is seeking an accomplished and compassionate Clinical Lead to provide expert clinical leadership across our residential gambling harms treatment services. This is an opportunity to progress into a senior leadership role while remaining closely involved in clinical practice and improving outcomes for people experiencing gambling-related harms and co-occurring mental health difficulties.

Based in Redditch with some opportunity to work from home and at our Wolverhampton site, and reporting to the Head of Therapy, you will lead multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based treatment. You will help shape clinical practice, strengthen governance, develop the workforce and drive continuous improvement across our services.

The role would suit an experienced CBT therapist with established leadership or supervisory experience who is passionate about developing others and maintaining high clinical standards. It may be particularly suited to someone from an NHS Talking Therapies, or substance misuse service who is ready to progress into a broader clinical leadership position.

Main duties of the job

As Clinical Lead, you will:

• Provide expert clinical leadership across Gordon Moodys treatment services.
• Support the assessment and treatment of gambling-related harms and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Lead on complex case formulation, safeguarding and clinical risk management.
• Oversee the delivery of evidence-based interventions, including CBT.
• Line manage and clinically support Gambling Therapists.
• Lead clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and outcome monitoring.
• Support recruitment, workforce planning, training and professional development.
• Contribute to service development and represent Gordon Moody within relevant clinical networks and partnerships.
• Deputise for the Head of Therapy when required.

About us

At Gordon Moody, we believe in second chances and in helping people build lives free from gambling harm.

As the UKs leading charity specialising in gambling-related harm, we provide residential treatment and holistic support to people whose lives have been significantly affected by gambling. For more than 50 years, we have combined specialist clinical expertise with a strong commitment to transforming lives.

Our evidence-based treatment programmes are designed to achieve meaningful and lasting recovery. We provide compassionate, personalised support within a discreet, professional and respectful environment, enabling people to rebuild their lives with confidence, dignity and trust.

Joining Gordon Moody means becoming part of a passionate and committed team working to improve outcomes for individuals, families and communities affected by gambling harm.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Lead is responsible for supporting the safe, effective and evidence-based delivery of structured treatment for people experiencing gambling-related harms and associated mental health difficulties.

Working closely with the Head of Therapy, you will provide leadership across clinical practice, governance, workforce development and service quality. You will work across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the continued development of Gordon Moodys treatment pathways.

Clinical leadership and practice

• Provide expert clinical guidance in the assessment and treatment of gambling-related harms and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Lead on complex case formulation and advise on high-risk, complex or multifactorial presentations.
• Oversee the delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions, including CBT and appropriate integrative approaches.
• Support consistent and effective safeguarding, suicide prevention, crisis escalation and clinical risk management.
• Promote continuity of care across residential, remote and external treatment pathways.
• Model high standards of ethical, compassionate and person-centred clinical practice.
• Support teams to embed trauma-informed and recovery-focused approaches.

Leadership and service management

• Provide clinical and operational leadership across treatment services.
• Line manage Gambling Therapists, supporting their performance, wellbeing and professional development.
• Provide clinical supervision and facilitate reflective practice.
• Support recruitment, induction, workforce planning and staff retention.
• Help identify and respond to workforce development and competency needs.
• Contribute to service transformation, mobilisation and improvement projects.
• Manage competing operational priorities while maintaining high clinical standards.
• Deputise for the Head of Therapy when required.

Clinical governance and quality

• Lead and contribute to clinical governance activities, including audit, peer review, supervision frameworks and quality improvement.
• Ensure practice complies with safeguarding legislation, professional standards, regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, quality indicators and relevant performance measures.
• Analyse audit findings, incidents and areas of learning, ensuring appropriate actions and improvements are implemented.
• Support the development, review and implementation of clinical policies, procedures and pathways.
• Assist with preparation for inspections, commissioner reviews and other assurance processes.
• Promote a culture of openness, learning and continuous improvement.

Strategic and partnership working

• Support the alignment of services with national gambling harms treatment frameworks and relevant mental health policy.
• Strengthen integration with NHS, mental health, substance misuse and community referral pathways.
• Represent Gordon Moody at clinical networks, partnership meetings and professional forums.
• Develop effective working relationships with commissioners, treatment providers and other external stakeholders.
• Contribute clinical expertise to strategic planning and future service development.
• Support the organisation to respond to emerging evidence, policy developments and changes in clinical practice.

Training and workforce development

• Provide high-quality clinical supervision to qualified clinicians.
• Promote reflective, evidence-based and trauma-informed practice.
• Support continuing professional development and competency frameworks across the clinical workforce.
• Identify training needs and contribute to internal training programmes.
• Support the development of clinical leadership and supervision skills within the wider team.
• Contribute to organisational learning and the sharing of good practice.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or a recognised core mental health profession, such as mental health nursing, clinical psychology, counselling psychology or an equivalent discipline.
• Current accreditation with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
• Recognised clinical supervision qualification or accredited supervision training.
• Evidence of advanced and relevant continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Additional qualification or accreditation in an NHS-recognised therapeutic modality, such as EMDR, PCE-CfD, CAT, DIT, IPT, DBT, MBCT or ACT.

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Significant post-qualification experience within mental health, addiction, NHS Talking Therapies, substance misuse or a related clinical service.
• Substantial experience of delivering CBT to people with complex mental health needs.
• Experience of assessing and managing complex and high-risk clinical presentations.
• Experience of safeguarding, suicide risk assessment and crisis management.
• Experience of clinically supervising qualified clinicians.
• Experience of leading, coordinating or supporting a clinical team.
• Experience of contributing to clinical governance, audit and quality assurance.
• Advanced knowledge of CBT formulation and evidence-based intervention.
• Understanding of trauma-informed, recovery-focused and person-centred practice.

Desirable

• Knowledge of gambling disorder, gambling-related harms and behavioural addiction models.
• Experience of working within residential or intensive treatment services.
• Experience of contributing to service transformation or mobilisation.
• Experience of clinically supervising Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners.
• Experience of delivering training or supporting workforce development.

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Strong clinical leadership and decision-making skills.
• Ability to provide clear, constructive and supportive clinical supervision.
• Excellent safeguarding and risk assessment capability.
• Ability to manage operational pressures while maintaining safe and effective clinical practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence, challenge and support colleagues appropriately.
• Ability to build effective relationships across multidisciplinary teams and external partnerships.
• Ability to interpret clinical outcomes, audit findings and performance information.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and culturally responsive practice.
• Commitment to Gordon Moodys values and to improving outcomes for people affected by gambling harm.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• CBT

Desirable

• EMDR

Qualifications

Essential

• BABCP Accreditation

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

Gordon Moody

Address

Gordon Moody

Redditch

Redditch

West Midlands

B97 6HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Chris Forster

Consultant

[email protected] Shortlisting Date: 18th September Interview Date: TBC for 22nd September

We are inviting applications to fill our Trust Doctor vacancy at The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Department of Neonatal Medicine. This post will commence as soon as possible.

Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice by the intended start date.

At least 4 years’ experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including:

• make the care or your patient your first concern
• provide a good standard of practice and care
• take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised
• protect and promote the health of patients and of the public
• treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity
• work in partnership with patients
• work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients’ interests
• be honest and open and act with integrity
• never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues
• never abuse your patients’ trust in you or the public’s trust in the profession.

Evidence of achievement of core competencies in paediatric medicine.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• To view the Person Specification click 'apply for this post'

Desirable

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Experience

Essential

• To view the Person Specification click 'apply for this post'

Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role entails but is not limited to:

Clinical Practice

Demonstrate the necessary skills to establish and maintain effective communication for patients, relatives and members of the multi-disciplinary team.

Communicating with patients and relatives, providing active listening, counsel, providing information and teaching about the dying process. Using proficient interpersonal and communication skills in a frequently highly challenging and emotive atmosphere.

Communicate with other healthcare/allied healthcare professionals within the acute and Primary Care Teams, key workers, social services, nursing and residential homes to enhance the flow of communication and facilitate admission and discharge.

Establish strong effective working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.

Ensure that patients are referred to other members of the team such as dietician, occupational therapist, family support and physiotherapist as required.

Ensure that patients are referred to other hospice services as required.

Maintain a good working relationship with the patient and their relatives ensuring that they receive a personalised and sensitive, professional service at all times.

Ensure that support is given to carers and families providing information and explanation on external resources available and referring them to the necessary organisations where appropriate.

Establish excellent professional relationships with primary care colleagues providing information to these professionals, particularly the key worker, enabling them to care well for these patients when in the community.

Manage patient admission and discharge, assessing and advising patients and relatives in crisis situations where significant barriers to acceptance of help will need to be handled using the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills. Presenting complex, sensitive or contentious information for patients, clients and staff.

Provide emotional/spiritual support to patient and families throughout the disease and dying trajectory, providing and receiving highly complex, sensitive or contentious information.

Provide out of hours telephone support and advice for patients, relatives and external healthcare professionals regarding symptom control and psychological care and advice when required.

Clinical and Professional Responsibilities

To provide total physical, emotional and spiritual care and support to patients, relatives and carers throughout their admission.

To be competent in the use of syringe pumps and infusions.

To be competent in the use of IT skills (clinical software, electronic patient records i.e. SystmOne, Microsoft suite of tools, intra and internet).

To attend and present at case conferences and multi-disciplinary team meetings to ensure effective communication with all members of the hospice inter-disciplinary and primary care teams, acting as the patients advocate.

To assess needs and develop, implement and evaluate special palliative nursing care, in consultation with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, to ensure effective high-quality specialist palliative nursing care for patients, identifying and helping to meet their physical, psycho-social, emotional and spiritual needs.

To ensure that supportive nursing care and therapies, which may be completed by healthcare assistants, are given safely and that supervising and monitoring of these patients is maintained.

To provide a nurse-led holistic assessment for patients giving them in-depth information regarding the treatment and care involved, covering contra-indications and ensuring the focus is the patients perception of their quality of life.

Undertake safe and effective discharge planning, using the discharge pathway, including information on how to remain safe when discharged into the community and how to contact the emergency out of hours service if they become unwell.

Verify death of patients, perform care after death, provide bereavement support for families and transfer deceased patients to the mortuary whilst ensuring the philosophy of the hospice is respected and maintained.

Ensure that nursing records and documents are completed accurately and legibly to meet organisational, professional and legal requirements.

Assist in maintaining custody of controlled drugs by ordering, checking and administering and ensuring safe handling according to Standard Operating Procedures.

Adhere to and provide professional standards and codes of conduct, act as an effective role model, educator and mentor for junior members of staff.

Adhere to hospice policies and procedures.

Maintain and develop own professional practice, keeping up to date with new developments and concepts both clinical and professional.

Managerial responsibilities

Coordinate, supervise and motivate a team of nurses as shift team leader and act as a resource for other staff with less palliative care knowledge and experience, actively participating in training and education of qualified and unqualified staff to assist in the professional clinical development of self and colleagues.

Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating individual specialist palliative patient care without supervision, advising patients and relatives accordingly.

Collect, collate, evaluate and report information to maintain accurate records. Take a proactive role in producing accurate and complete records which are consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.

Together with the senior nursing team apply standards of nursing care and ensure that these are maintained at optimum level.

Be accountable for the care delivered by health care assistants when under the post holders supervision.

Deal with accidents and incidents and complaints involving patients, relatives, visitors and staff by completing statements and reporting such incidents/accidents in accordance with hospice policy.

Participate in the maintaining of equipment and adequate supplies of stores, including an awareness of budgeting costs in order that all resources are used appropriately and judiciously.

Education and Development Responsibilities

Attend mandatory training and relevant course/study days in accordance with the training and education policy and keep a personal portfolio of such.

Participate with other IPU staff in ensuring a conducive learning experience for junior staff and students.

Participate in the orientation/education programmes of all new staff.

Be responsible for ensuring own clinical supervision, and that an annual Individual Performance review is undertaken.

To maintain clinical and professional competence by keeping up to date with nursing healthcare trends and developments by reading clinical/professional literature, research, attending study days and by liaising with other professionals.

Research and Quality Responsibilities

Participate in any nursing research initiatives within the unit.

To be aware and comply with the requirements pertaining to Health and Safety at Work Act, especially in relation to COSHH, the Data Protection Act and the NMC Code of Professional Practice.

In conjunction with the senior nursing team, ensure that any service improvement action plans are successfully implemented.

To participate in hospice wide and service specific audit programmes, policy and procedure development and the wider clinical governance agenda.

Be conversant and comply with the policies and procedures of St Giles Hospice including Confidentiality, Health and Safety, Fire and Safeguarding Adults and Children.

Key relationships:

Director of Clinical Services

Deputy Director of Clinical Services

Inpatient Unit Manager

Inpatient Unit Sister/Charge Nurse

Medical team

Clinical Services across St Giles Hospice

External multi-disciplinary teams including hospital wards, GPs and District Nurses

Just so you know:

We may review applications before the application review date, however, if you apply after the application review date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role, this may be earlier than the closing date.

If you have not heard within 14 days of the application close date, then please consider that your application has been unsuccessful at this time.

As part of your application your data will be managed in line with St Giles Hospice Privacy Policy and kept for 6 months. If you would like to see this in full, please visit https://www.stgileshospice.com/privacy-policy/

Person Specification

Other requirements

Essential

• Valid driving licence
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Please note that St Giles Hospice does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to accept sponsorship requests

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment or care environment with palliative care
• Demonstrated experience in delivering palliative care, including symptom management, pain relief, and end-of-life care.
• Proven ability to administer and manage medications, including controlled drugs, safely and effectively
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team, with the ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring documentation meets legal and organizational standards

Desirable

• Experience of using SystmOne or similar systems
• Previous experience of working within a specialist palliative setting
• Understanding of clinical governance and compliance

Values

Essential

• Exhibits our hospice values and behaviours

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC Registration
• Willingness to undertake required study

Desirable

• Principles and practice of palliative care or equivalent
• Preparation of Mentors or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Ability to practice as a safe competent practitioner, applying evidence based practice
• Ability to work alone or a part of a team
• Ability to organise others and prioritise
• Ability to motivate others
• Logical thinking
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Flexibility

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Empathetic
• Team player
• Able to work under pressure
• Collaborative
• Ambassador for St Giles Hospice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

St Giles Hospice

Address

Fisherwick Road

Whittington

Lichfield

Staffordshire

WS14 9LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Hanham Health is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking clinical team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. We are offering 4-6 sessions for this 12-month fixed term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, innovative training practice serving approximately 28,000 patients across four sites in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care whilst supporting staff wellbeing, professional development and flexible working.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive General Medical Services to our patient population and work collaboratively within our multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and responsive primary care services.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face and telephone consultations.
• Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Provide high-quality, patient-centred care in accordance with current best practice.
• Undertake home visits when clinically appropriate.
• Review and action clinical correspondence and laboratory results.
• Prescribe safely and effectively in line with local and national guidance.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records using EMIS Web.
• Participate in safeguarding, clinical governance and quality improvement activities.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, paramedics, physiotherapists and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to the achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and wider practice objectives.
• Attend practice meetings, educational events and protected learning sessions.
• Support the teaching and training ethos of the practice where appropriate.

About Hanham Health

Hanham Health is a well-established training practice operating across four sites:

• Hanham Surgery
• Oldland Surgery
• Almondsbury Surgery
• Pilning Surgery

We are proud of our supportive team culture and commitment to innovation, education and service development. Our clinical teams are supported by experienced administrative staff and modern digital systems, enabling clinicians to focus on delivering excellent patient care.

We actively encourage professional development and support clinicians wishing to develop specialist interests, portfolio careers or leadership skills.

Location

This maternity cover position will be based primarily at:

Hanham Surgery

33 Whittucks Road

Hanham

Bristol

BS15 3HY

and

Oldland Surgery

143-145 High Street

Oldland Common

Bristol

BS30 9QS

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• NHS Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Protected learning time.
• Weekly clinical meetings and peer support.
• Supportive and experienced clinical leadership team.
• Modern digital systems including EMIS Web, Accurx and ANIMA.
• Strong educational environment within an established training practice.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A positive, collaborative and welcoming working environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a GP seeking a supportive practice environment with a strong emphasis on quality patient care, teamwork and professional development.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS General Practice and current primary care issues.
• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults.
• Knowledge of GMC Good Medical Practice standards.
• Understanding of clinical governance, appraisal and revalidation requirements.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control principles.
• Understanding of information governance and confidentiality requirements.
• Awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion principles within healthcare.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF).
• Knowledge of Primary Care Networks and integrated care working.
• Knowledge of population health and preventative care approaches.

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS, MBChB or equivalent recognised medical qualification.
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List (or eligible for inclusion prior to commencement).
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice, CEGPR, or equivalent qualification recognised for UK General Practice.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable

• MRCGP.
• Postgraduate qualification relevant to Primary Care.
• Additional qualifications or accreditation in a specialist clinical area.
• Educational, leadership or management qualifications.
• Evidence of teaching, training or mentoring experience.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with patients, colleagues and external agencies.
• Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Competent IT and digital consultation skills.
• Ability to contribute positively to service development and change.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Desirable

• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Teaching and training skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Experience supporting service redesign or innovation projects.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in General Practice or successful completion of GP Specialty Training.
• Experience of assessing, diagnosing and managing a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Experience of maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Experience of using electronic patient record systems.
• Experience of managing clinical workload effectively and safely.
• Understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and risk management.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement.

Desirable

• Experience working within NHS Primary Care.
• Experience using EMIS Web.
• Experience of telephone, video and digital consultations.
• Experience of teaching, mentoring or supervising trainees or students.
• Participation in audit, research or quality improvement projects.
• Experience of developing a specialist clinical interest.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Hanham Health

Address

33 Whittucks Road

Hanham

Bristol

BS15 3HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To support members of the maintenance team on a day to day basis.2. To carry out routine maintenance of building services and Mechanical systems and equipment across the Trust Estate.3. To interpret works from instruction, drawings and specifications.4. To undertake assessments of equipment and materials required for Mechanical services installations.5. To carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance across the Trust Estate.6. To undertake basic electrical safe connection/disconnection when it is part of any mechanical/electrical system, as part of any installation/ maintenance works e.g. Showers, Boilers, Pumps etc.7. Assist Estates Officers in;a) Carrying out building surveys and inspections of various services.b) Advising on correct building material, equipment and systems.c) Estimating small schemesd) Up keeping building and site service records.e) Highlighting Health and Safety issues relating to mechanical control and general building issues.8. To carry out fault finding and repairs to Electrical systems and controls on heating, a/c, lifts and any medical equipment and devices, seating, beds etc where suitably trained to do so.9. To carry out investigation and testing on fire alarm and security systems where suitably trained to do so.

10. To carry out Mechanical services installation works.11. To check and test Mechanical appliances where suitably trained to do so.12. To provide assistance to Estates officers in project surveys, estimation, co-ordination and commissioning.13. To assist Estates Officers in obtaining information from manufacturers suppliers and ordering of spares and materials.14. To assist estates officers in the organising and prioritising of day to day requisition maintenance.15. To participate in Trades on call rota and duties16. Ensure that all works undertaken complies with current H&S Regulation, Procedures and Risk Assessments.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education (eg. GCSE English & Maths A-C)
• Mechanical and-or Electrical level 3
• Current IEE Elec Regs

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable good engineering skills and experiences
• Must be able and willing to work on and maintain a wide range of building services plant and equipment.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, concisely and courteously
• Must be able to approach and action their work in a methodical and logical order
• Must be able to remain focused, deal with interruptions and resume the task in hand without loss of efficiency
• Must be able to multi-task and work under pressure to tight deadlines

Experience

Essential

• Must have experience of working in a busy maintenance organisation and understand the requirements within a care environment
• Must have experience using engineering tools and equipment for analysis and fault find.

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

Caludon Centre

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2TE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Contribute to, support, and promote ECCH's, strategic direction, values, and culture in relation to community health services.
• Discuss all treatment options with sensitivity, knowledge, and expertise. To act as a patient advocate when appropriate, respecting patient confidentiality with privacy and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds and requirements.
• Act as a resource for other health and social care professionals on matters relating to community nursing.
• Participate in clinical supervision within Primary Care Home as required.
• Participate and maintain a learning environment and maximise opportunities for education and development in the clinical area.
• Develop excellent internal and external Network to promote Primary Care Home.
• Contribute to the clinical governance agenda through participation in clinical risk assessment and clinical audit.
• Contribute to an environment conducive to effective working, respecting, and supporting staff to deliver high quality clinical services.
• Contribute to change and innovation within Primary Care Home.
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary Primary Care Home to deliver planned and unplanned services.
• Work in collaboration with colleagues to contribute to the development of care pathways for patients requiring a range of healthcare needs.
• Work in partnership with senior members of the Primary Care Home to review the delegated caseload and ensure the care provided is of high quality.
• Work with patients towards self-care and independence utilising health coaching techniques.
• Work collaboratively with residential care home colleagues to promote high standards of care.
• Contribute to the review of current policies/ protocols/guidelines and the development of clinical pathways and outcomes for people requiring proactive and reactive services.
• Plan and organise a range of complex clinical activities in a wide range of community settings to ensure best practice is delivered to patients in your delegated area of responsibility.
• Take responsibility for own personal and professional development; maintain competence, knowledge, and skills commensurate with role.
• Be wholly accountable for practice taking every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence and, ensure all aspects of professional behaviour as required within professional code are always followed.
• Maintain legible, accurate and contemporaneous patient records in accordance with ECCH Policy and Nursing and Midwifery Council standards for record keeping.
• Take responsibility to ensure compliance with Health and Safety Policy, Fire and Environmental Waste Regulations.
• Be responsible for understanding, following, and implementing ECCH policies and procedures.
• Ensure own compliance with ECCH risk management systems, proactively identifying risk, reporting, and managing risk within area of responsibility.
• Take responsibility for the cost-effective management and safe use of expensive clinical equipment.
• Contribute to the effective use of resources.
• Contribute to the evaluation of training programmes to support patients and carers gain the necessary knowledge and skills to maintain independence.
• All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our Values and Signature Behaviours in the care they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these behaviours, which are detailed in the pages below, an essential part of their job role.
• Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word 'CARE'. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone.
• Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Nurse Level 1 (Adult)
• BSc in Nursing Practice or equivalent

Desirable

• Mentorship/ preceptorship qualification/ ENB 998
• Evidence of working towards a nursing degree

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continued professional development
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Ability to demonstrate clinical knowledge and competence within scope of clinical practice
• Previous experience of working in health care

Desirable

• Recent clinical experience in community nursing
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working

Additional Criteria

Essential

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Competent IT skills
• Effective organisation and time management skills
• Excellent record keeping skills
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• Health coaching training

Desirable

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours: (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together)
• Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required
• Be able to support Trainee Nursing Associates
• Act as a role model to all students
• Able to demonstrate personal resilience, emotions and stress

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Hamilton House

Battery Green Road

Lowestoft

Suffolk

NR32 1DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Gambling Wellbeing Practitioner

Reporting to: Head of Therapy Location: Redditch Salary: £32,229.00-£38,418.00 per year Hours: 35 Hours per Week.

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated Gambling Wellbeing Practitioner to join our clinical team. You will work closely with the Clinical Lead, CBT Therapists, Gambling Therapists, Recovery Workers, and external partners to support individuals experiencing gambling-related harm.

Ideally, youll come from a background as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner or Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner, with addiction recovery principles, ideally Gambling.

This role focuses on delivering evidence-based, psychologically informed interventions that promote recovery, emotional well-being, social inclusion, and positive long-term outcomes. You will support assessments, care planning, low-intensity therapeutic interventions, safeguarding responsibilities, and partnership working across services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about mental health, addiction recovery, and helping people rebuild their lives.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Practice:

• Deliver psychologically informed wellbeing interventions to individuals affected by gambling-related harm.
• Support assessments and formulation of emotional, psychological, and social needs.
• Help service users identify goals and develop recovery-focused care plans.
• Deliver structured short-term interventions within agreed treatment pathways.
• Encourage engagement with treatment, peer support, and recovery activities.
• Support access to appropriate external services and community resources.

Risk and Safeguarding:

• Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and risks.
• Undertake risk assessments and escalate concerns in line with organisational policies.
• Maintain professional boundaries and safe working practices at all times.

Partnership Working:

• Build effective relationships with colleagues and external agencies.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, referrers, and community organisations.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions, and reviews.

Clinical Governance & Development:

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely records.
• Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing training.
• Contribute to service improvement, audit, and evaluation activities.
• Work in line with organisational policies, procedures, and professional standards.

About You

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity CBT, or an equivalent qualification in Mental Health, Counselling, Psychology, Social Care, Wellbeing Practice.
• Ongoing professional development relevant to the role.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health, addiction, or complex emotional well-being needs.
• Experience delivering structured wellbeing or psychologically informed interventions.
• Experience working within health, social care, charity, or community settings.
• Experience in managing and prioritising a caseload effectively.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Essential Skills & Knowledge:

• Understanding of gambling-related harm and addiction recovery principles.
• Knowledge of low-intensity CBT interventions or equivalent approaches.
• Understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and professional boundaries.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build compassionate, trusting relationships with service users.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in emotionally challenging situations.
• Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative appropriately.

Desirable:

• Experience within addiction, criminal justice, or residential treatment settings.
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing, CBT-informed approaches, or trauma-informed practice.
• Understanding of co-occurring mental health difficulties and social exclusion.
• Experience facilitating psychoeducational or therapeutic groups.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• PG Cert in CBT

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

Gordon Moody

Address

Gordon Moody

Redditch

Redditch

West Midlands

b97 6hp

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Managerial Responsibilities

   Work closely with ward manager /matron for the management of patient care by providing good leadership and managerial skills.

   Comply with all policies and guidelines by the Trust. Assist in management of change in an effective manner and ensure smooth transition.

   Monitor standards of nursing care and be a patient advocate.

   Attend meetings and ensure effective communication at all times.

   Advise the ward manager / Matron on any problems concerning staff, their working practices and environment.

   Minimise risk in the ward and adhere to the Trusts Risk Management Policy.

2. Professional Knowledge and Experience

Knowledge of operational processes to ensure effective time management is in use to deliver the service in accordance to needs

Understanding of physical impairment and how this impacts on independent living.

Act as a source of professional advice for both the nursing team and the wider MDT

Ensure student nurses are supported with their education and learning when allocated to the unit

Participate in the supervision and appraisal process personally

Ensure all mandatary training is maintained

Be responsible for updating own knowledge and personal development

Willingness to undertake professional development, updating knowledge and skills in line with this role, when identified via the appraisal process.

2. Finance and Physical Resources

Understand budgeting costs in order that all resources are used appropriately and efficiently.

Ensure the maintenance of stock levels of appropriate consumables needed with the unit

Recruit staff in line with the skill mix prepared for the unit in line with the budget.

Book bank and agency staff in line with agreed numbers of staff per shift or in extreme circumstances being mindful of both the budget and the agency cap

Person Specification

All essential

Essential

• Experience

Desirable

• Experience in Stroke rehabilitation

Essential

Essential

• Qualified

Desirable

• Experience in working in Stroke rehabilitation

Essential

Essential

• Essential

Desirable

• Rehabilitation

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rochford Community Hospital

South Essex Mental Health & Community Care NHS Trust

Rochford

SS4 1RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivering a compassionate, dignified and respectful service to patients at all times.
• Ensuring that the values outlined in the NHS Constitution are adhered to daily and any matters of concern are raised with the relevant Line Manager or through the necessary processes within the Trust.
• The responsibilities and duties of the post can be divided into the following three areas

Clinical

• Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work.
• Undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations and multiple pathologies; using acquired clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition and skills deficit.
• Formulate and deliver an individual speech and language therapy treatment plan based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment skills.
• Supervise student speech and language therapists and rehabilitation assistants.
• Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
• Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes.
• Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required.
• Manage clinical risk within own patient caseload.
• Work within Trust, HCPC and RCSLT guidelines and have a good working knowledge of national and local standards to enable monitoring own and others quality of practice as appropriate.
• Be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with HCPC and RCSLT standards of practice.
• Liaise with health and social care professionals and other related statutory, private and voluntary organisations as and when appropriate, providing written reports, recommendations and referrals.
• Provide help and advice to patients and their families, teaching and demonstrating use of equipment or other techniques to optimise the patients functional ability and independence.
• Ensure equipment/adaptations are safe and have been issued in line with departmental policy

Professional

• Be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities, and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.
• Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice, developing specialist knowledge of particular conditions and patient types.
• Participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies.
• Undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice projects, audit and outcome measures, in conjunction with more senior speech and language therapists and develop improvement to service delivery and clinical practice.
• Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in, in-service training programmes, self directed learning, individual training sessions and external courses.
• Undertake as directed the collection of data for use in service audit and research projects.
• Become actively involved in professional clinical groups, such as RCSLT Clinical Excellence Networks and other professional development activities.
• Provide clinical education and training to speech and language therapy students to graduate level. Provide support, guidance and training to junior speech and language therapists and assistants, assessing and evaluating competence.
• Be aware of the requirement of the Health and Safety at Work act as it relates to the department and safety of the patients and staff.
• Report all accidents/incidents promptly to a Senior Member of staff using the appropriate incident form.
• Comply with Health Professions Council (HCPC) Standards of proficiency for speech and language therapists, and Standards of conduct, performance and ethics
• Comply with HCPC and Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy Code of Ethics, Professional Conduct and CPD requirements

Organisational

• Ensure that your own practice and that of staff under your supervision meet the required professional standards of speech and language therapy practice.
• Ensure that you work in a manner which helps to further long-term and short-term SLT Team goals.
• Be responsible for the safe and competent use of communication equipment by patients and by junior and student speech and language therapists, through teaching, training and supervision of practice.
• Be aware of EPUT/local policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate statistics as required by the Team.
• Comply with the Trust Manual Handling Policy and local therapeutic handling guidance at all times.
• Deal sensitively with patients who have high levels of anxiety and aggression caused by pain, dementia or limited mobility.
• Attend mandatory trust and organisational courses.

Staff Management

• To ensure that those to whom tasks are delegated, e.g. rehabilitation assistants, have acquired the appropriate level of competence.
• To supervise the work of less experienced SLTs, students and assistants as appropriate and to participate in Speech and language Therapy student clinical placements as appropriate.
• To offer some observation experience to those applying for training as SLTs. To assist in the support of students from other professional groups as agreed with line managers.

Communication and Working Relationships

• To utilize all available methods of communication to ensure that health and social service professionals, patients, families and carers can appreciate the complex concepts behind communication, voice and swallowing difficulties, in order that they can recognise and understand the nature of these problems and manage them more appropriately.
• To ensure smooth and appropriate handover of care from hospital to ESD and from ESD to Community SLT;
• To provide reports, reflecting specialist knowledge and interpretation of specialist assessments, to other health professionals, including GPs and Hospital consultants as requested
• To make and/or recommend onward referrals to other professionals or agencies, as appropriate.
• To contribute to the multi-disciplinary rehabilitation teams working with people following stroke in the local area.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• HCPC Registered Speech and Language Therapist
• Recognised Speech and Language Qualification -Degree or equivalent
• Strong evidence of CPD (portfolio) to reflect specialist skill development

Desirable

• Post Graduate Dysphagia Qualification or equivalent in-house training and log of supervised practice
• Evidence of Completion of relevant dysphagia specialist short courses or equivalent in-house training
• Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Experience

Essential

• Experience of supervising/ supporting junior staff, students or assistants.
• Experience of independently managing a complex and busy caseload with support and supervision from colleagues
• Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams
• Experience of working with stroke survivors/neurological patients either as a student SLT or in qualified role

Desirable

• Experience of working with a wide range of acquired communication and swallowing disorders within an acute setting.
• Experience of working in an Early supported discharge team or community service

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Shares the Trust's Beliefs and models this in their attitude and behaviour:
• Ensures that the organisational values of open, compassionate and empowering are demonstrated by self and others every day and that any matters of concern are addressed in a timely way,
• Organised and proactive

Desirable

• Good understanding of IT systems and electronic records e.g. Systm 1
• Able to work under pressure

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Fitness Analysis as appropriate
• Current driving licence
• Ability to travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to attend meetings, etc.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rochford Hospital

Union Lane

Rochford, Essex

SS4 1RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide consultations to patients at the practice by taking histories, examination, investigations, including diagnostic tests. Treating patients and prescribing appropriate medication. Referring patients or providing advice, as appropriate.

Management of long term conditions.

Conducting consultations via telephone and in person.

Recording notes of consultations in an accurate and timely manner on the practices clinical system (EMIS).

Providing clinical advice and support to other clinical staff and respond to queries from the administrative teams.

Attend and participate in regular practice and multidisciplinary meetings.

Develop care plans in consultation with patients.

Participate in clinical audits within the practice.

Contribute to the development of protocols and clinical standards within the practice

Contribute to the ongoing development of the practice, including identifying opportunities for service development.

Carrying out home visits when required

Reviewing and acting on correspondence relating to patients

The postholder will be expected to undertake all duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within a primary care team

Other Responsibilities within the Organisation

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

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

To attend local protected learning time events.

Responsibilities outside the organisation. To engage with events and learning organised by organisations related to health care development in the locality and in particular the Mercian PCN and the Staffordshire CCG.

Participate in the review of significant events and complaints to encourage learning.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of working in general practice in the UK
• Commitment to and experience of working as part of a multi- disciplinary and skill mixed team environment
• Experience of working to achieve standards within the Quality and Outcome Framework (QOF)
• Evidence of independent working in General Practice
• Experience of supporting service change
• Teaching of GP Reg/ Physician Associate students/Nursing students
• Evidence of participation in Audit

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Inclusion on the NHS England performers list

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

Laurel House Surgery

Address

12 Albert Road

Tamworth

B79 7JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Senior MSK Clinician Permanent Full Time - 37.5 hours £36,762 - £44,688 Location: Oxfordshire - Banbury, Bicester, Oxford or Chipping Norton About the role Cora Health are looking for Senior Musculoskeletal (MSK) Clinicians (Physiotherapist, Osteopath, Chiropractor, Rehab Therapist, Sports Therapist) who are passionate about providing high-quality patient-centred care to join us as part of a large multidisciplinary team spanning the county of Oxfordshire . The Oxfordshire MSK Service is an integrated NHS service commissioned by Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group that provides advice and treatment for people with MSK, chronic pain, MSK Podiatry, and pelvic health related conditions. We are looking for clinicians to join the existing clinical team already delivering specialist MSK care in Oxfordshire. We are committed to a multi-professional workforce based on competency and welcome applications from Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Chiropractors, Sports Therapists and Rehab Therapists. If you're able to manage a varied caseload of MSK patients, committed to CPD and have the desire to develop yourself and the service, with a keen eye on improving patient care, then we'd like to hear from you. We are dedicated to delivering the highest level of patient care, in the most efficient and cost-effective way, with re-investment to ensure services are sustainable. We are looking for well-organised MSK Clinicians, to deliver quality clinical care for patients with MSK conditions. Whilst undertaking comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of patients with a wide variety of physical and emotional needs, you must formulate, deliver, review and progress individual treatment programmes and ensure effective treatment, specialist advice and timely discharge are achieved. Join our motivated, ambitious, and fast-growing team. We focus on competency, developing talent and offer great flexibility. You'll be registered with the HCPC or equivalent regulator (as professional background dictates) and be qualified as a clinician that works within MSK practice. We are Cora Health: Cora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic and rheumatology services. We want everyone to have the opportunity to thrive. We help people help themselves, to get back to their best or to simply find a new way forward. Why work for Cora Health? We are dedicated to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and rewarding our employees, as happier employees provide a better level of patient care and delivery in their role. We continue to reward our staff with competitive salaries and a great range of employee benefits. These include A minimum of 5% of your hours is bespoke personal development time Access to the full content (live and recorded sessions) of the Connect Clinical Education Academy Access to support and engagement with our entire MDT clinical workforce via Emergency clinical on call rota Clinical supervision Coaching and mentoring Online clinical resource and chat network (Workplace from Facebook) Internal conferences and study days Clinical support tools/pathways up to 30 days' holiday (plus public holidays), option to buy additional annual leave, an additional day off for your birthday, online discounts portal, employer pension contributions, salary sacrifice schemes, an employee assistance programme, performance related pay rewards, team building/away days. reimbursement of HCPC and professional membership fees for clinicians These benefits are our way of saying 'thank you' for our colleagues' continued time, effort and contribution to the company.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Bsc in relevant discipline

Experience

Desirable

• Experience working in MSK

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

Cora Health Group Limited

Address

Chipping Norton Health Centre

Oxford

Oxfordshire

OX7 5FA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.corahealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care under the direction of the senior nurse/SODP
• To assist in the provision of nursing care and maintain high clinical standards
• To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
• Develop over time and contribute to the management of a clinical area and take charge in the absence of Senior Nurse/ODP
• To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust
• This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates teamworking and collaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Professional Registration

Essential

• 1st Level live NMC Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner qualification
• Evidence of ongoing practice development
• Evidence of qualification to undertake the supervision, teaching and assessing of students (essential requirement for post, expectation this will be completed within an 18 month period unless post is bank only).

Desirable

• Recognised post graduate theatre/anaesthetic qualification
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Post Registration qualification in specialty
• Diploma/degree in nursing/or health related topic

Experience and knowledge

Desirable

• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Tyneside General Hospital

Rake Lane, Tyne & Wear

North Shields

NE29 8NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details on this vacancy please review the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (OT).
• Documented evidence of continuing professional development (CPO).
• Demonstrable competencies in the delivery of assessment of and fitting of simple assistive equipment or the willingness to complete this training within 12 months of appointment.

Knowledge

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of how mental health problems impact on occupational performance and how occupational therapy theory informs practice within mental health settings with a focus on older adult mental health and the clinical needs of this population
• Knowledge of current best practice in older adult inpatient mental health and awareness of relevant government directives and legislation
• Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application.

Experience

Essential

• 2 years post registration experience with at least 1 years in mental health.
• Extensive clinical experiences including individual and group work in mental health specialties.

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

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Harbour

Windmill rise

Blackpool

FY4 4FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The below guidance sets out the tasks and / or responsibilities the individual has in preventing ill health and promoting health in General Practice.

The post holder will be responsible for administering immunisations, using behaviour change and under a PSD

Smoking Cessation clinics

Maintaining Infection Control Standards

Health Promotion advice to patients

Supporting the General Practice Nurse with QOF

Flu planning

Recall Child Health,

Maintaining Safety and Quality

Checking Equipment / Emergency Drugs oxygen etc.

Use behaviour change interventions to support health and wellness, (for example, NHS health checks)

Cervical Screening following the Cervical Screening Training

Providing and monitoring care

The post holder will they contribute to the ongoing assessment of care and be able to recognise when to refer to Senior Colleagues in practice.

Demonstrate an ability to undertake baseline physical observations and record results correctly. In addition, be able to identify anomalies that should be referred to the GPN / ANP or GP Medical staff.

The post holder will contribute to the ongoing assessment of care, undertaking baseline observations of Blood pressure, Pulse, Respirations, Weight, Height, Elimination pattern, Eating pattern, Sleep pattern, Glucose monitoring

Discuss and plan care under the supervision of registered staff, where applicable escalating concerns or complex cases to the GPN/ANP or GP

Demonstrate evidenced based knowledge in the main physical health problems that adult patients may present with i.e., High blood pressure, Diabetes, Obesity, Epilepsy, Respiratory Conditions, Asthma COPD, Chronic Kidney Disease, Cardiovascular Disease, Poor sleep, Constipation, Foot care and Lack of personal hygiene.

Demonstrate evidenced based knowledge in Mental problems/ Substance Misuse, which may affect physical health.

Manage situations with patients this may arise from anxiety / emotions relating to poor mental health and or direct them to GPN / ANP/ GP as appropriate.

Articulate an understanding of MDT in and staff roles/ Mental Health, community Nursing 0-19 services etc.

Assess and manage risk associated with the working environment ensuring appropriate BHF policies and procedures are followed accordingly.

Demonstrate an ability to use a range of therapeutic techniques when dealing with patients with challenging and unpredictable needs.

Understands the concept of verbal and non-verbal communication and be able use the skills at the desired level.

Will be able to discuss and advise patients, with chronic conditions and carers or relatives.

Will communicate with the patient about care planning and risk assess report to GPN as appropriate.

Communicate complex and sensitive information verbally and in writing.

Confidently and accurately convene patient information in the role of an associate nurse in meetings

Understands risk behaviours and risk management.

To record Incidents in line with local policy procedures and standards.

To communicate risk issues as they arise to ensure safe care.

The post holder will engage in positive relationships with staff/ patients/carers/families and others based on respect and within appropriate boundaries.

Act in a professional capacity at all times.

Actively contribute to staff Governance meetings.

The nursing associate may wish to lead responsibility in a chronic disease area for example (once more expert)

Working in teams

The post holder will support and supervise Trainee Healthcare Assistants with their learning and development, also trainee nursing associates, apprentices, health coaches and those new to care roles.

The postholder will supervise volunteers If this is required.

Improving safety and quality of care

Nursing associates role in maintaining and improving care, will be to support BHF with research and evaluation, quality improvement strategies.

The Nursing associate will participate in audit, health and safety activities, as discussed with Head of Nursing

Nursing associate will escalate any risks or safeguarding concerns to the GPN and follow the policy for safeguarding.

The post holder will escalate any specific risk / concerns to the staff on duty and act according to local policy

Contributing to integrated care

Post holder will refer to agencies as necessary e.g. Community Nursing / Social Prescribing, receive referrals to or from, or co-ordinate care with the GP

The posts responsibilities are to refer for blood tests as delegated by GPN - Tasks relating to these teams or agencies/ wound care / phlebotomy etc.

Responsibilities are the safe transfer of care between professionals, settings or services using SystmOne

The post holder may work across the PCN in other roles if employed such as Health Coach

Responsibility for Information Resources

Record care undertaken in the SystmOne notes.

Maintain notes that are accurate.

Ensure patient records comply with issues relating to confidentiality and safe storage.

Be able to use the NHS.NET email system in line with BHF local policy and procedure.

Zero Tolerance

Ensure that active de-escalation and diffusion techniques are used to minimise risk of physical aggression, during which the safety of patients, self and other members of the team are considered a priority.

Emergencies

Respond to emergency situations as they occur and be prepared to act as support where necessary.

Carry out physical / psychological care for service users e.g., enhanced observation and follow the required reporting protocols.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
• Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
• GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a primary care environment

Desirable

• Experience working as a Health Care Assistant in an General Practice setting
• Experience of using clinical systems i.e SystmOne

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Ability to prioritise and organize workload
• Able to work on own initiative, following minimal direction by registered nurse
• Ability to be flexible & work under pressure
• Assessment skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Basic IT skills
• Must be able to demonstrate the English language proficiency level required for this post
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care
• Able to relate well with patients/ relatives/ and colleagues within the multi disciplinary team
• Committed to continued personal and educational development
• Car driver

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

Barnsley Healthcare Federation

Address

Hill Brow Surgery

Longcroft

Mapplewell

BARNSLEY

South Yorkshire

S75 6FH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:[email protected].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registered Physiotherapist
• Evidence of post graduate training within specialist area [Paediatric Physiotherapy]

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate qualification or accreditation within specialist area Paediatric Physiotherapy
• Practice placement supervisor qualification.
• Health Coaching

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in a relevant role, including the management of a range of conditions, with evidence of additional knowledge acquired through formal and informal training and supervision.
• Evidence of ability to manage complex clinical presentations.
• Delivery of relevant audit/research projects

Desirable

• Experience of working in a client-driven/NHS environment
• Experience in the use of outcome measures to evaluate clinical treatment.
• Experience of training/supporting others (including students)

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to present information, written and verbally in a clear and logical manner.
• Able to work as an effective member of multidisciplinary team
• Able to demonstrate appropriate engagement with others and understanding of the impact of good and poor communication.

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

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Child Development Centre, York Hospital

Wiggington Road

York

YO31 8HE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Skills1. Working as part of a team and within the parameters of the role contributing to the physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual care in a recovery focused and trauma informedway through therapeutic engagement 2. Developing skills assessing and interpreting complex needs of patients/clients e.g. clinical assessment of complex health needs and social needs, interpretation of vital signs and related physical health assessments3. Facilitate access to services such as housing, employment, education, and substance misuse support, advocating for patients needs and preferences. 4. Provide support to families and carers to enhance understanding and involvement in the patients recovery journey.5. Developing skills to communicate complex and sensitive clinical information to patients, families, and carers in a clear, compassionate, and professional manner. Ensure that all information regarding care plans, treatment options, and health conditions is accurate, timely, and presented in an accessible format.6. Demonstrate empathy, active listening, and reassurance when supporting individuals through difficult or emotionally charged situations, adapting communication approaches to meet the individual needs of patients, including those with sensory impairments, cognitive challenges,language barriers, or disabilities.7. Administering medication including IM Long Acting Injections and monitoring the side-effects of, medication; monitoring service user compliance.8. Safety; safe custody of medicines, sharps, clinical equipment, report all incidents following trust policy.9. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including pharmacists and prescribers, to ensure safe medicine management practices. Provide information and support to patients and carers regarding medication regimens, promoting adherence and understanding of potential risks andbenefits.10. Leading on and directing junior to staff in providing hands-on care to service use11. Proactively support patients in engaging with mental health and related community services, promoting recovery, independence, and social inclusion. Identify and address barriers to engagement, including stigma, accessibility, cultural factors, and individual anxieties or mistrust of services12. Advocating for service users needs and rights within Trust policy. Encouraging and empowering service users to have an optimum level of responsibility for their individual programme of care. Continuing Professional Development To maintain and develop professional knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure best practice delivery including evidence based, current and responsive interventions in line with the changing needs of theservice user and the service. This will include: Taking responsibility for post-registration education and for continuing professional development as outlined in NMC standards. Participating in education and training opportunities. Undertaking a thorough revalidation process in line with NMC and AWP policy. Maintaining up to date knowledge of the relevant medicines, related medication managementSee full job description

Person Specification

Application form and interview

Essential

• Professional Qualification essential (or awaiting confirmation post qualification)
• Experience, either during training or post qualification, of Mental Health secondary services
• Keen to learn and develop, both personally and professionally
• Understanding and knowledge around complex risk assessment and documentation
• Able to work cohesively as part of a team with excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Any training relevant to 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).

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Bath NHS House

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The ANP will:

• Independently assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute and minor illness.
• Take appropriate clinical histories and undertake physical examinations.
• Develop appropriate treatment and management plans.
• Prescribe medication as an independent prescriber within scope of practice.
• Request and interpret investigations where appropriate.
• Refer patients to secondary care or other services when clinically indicated.
• Provide appropriate advice, treatment, safety-netting and follow-up.
• Recognise clinical deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Maintain clear and accurate clinical records.

The ANP will work closely with the practices Care Homes Lead, with a particular focus on supporting residents at Hurstway Care Home.

This will include planned and responsive care home visits, assessment and management of acute illness, supporting patients with complex health needs and contributing to proactive and personalised care.

The postholder will also undertake home visits to other practice patients where clinically required and work collaboratively with GPs, care home staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Advanced clinical practice qualification at Masters level or equivalent.
• Independent Prescribing qualification (V300).
• Evidence of relevant continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Qualification or additional training in advanced clinical assessment.
• Relevant training in the management of minor illness and/or long-term conditions.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner or in a comparable autonomous advanced clinical role.
• Experience independently assessing, diagnosing and managing patients with acute and minor illness.
• Experience of autonomous clinical decision-making and managing clinical risk.
• Experience of independent prescribing.
• Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Previous experience within General Practice or Primary Care.
• Experience of caring for older people and patients with complex health needs.
• Experience of care home and/or community-based clinical work.
• Experience undertaking home visits.
• Experience using EMIS Web.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Ability to work confidently and autonomously within professional scope of practice.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to recognise and appropriately escalate clinical deterioration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritise competing clinical demands.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of safeguarding, clinical governance and patient safety responsibilities.

Desirable

• Knowledge of local Primary Care and community services.
• Interest in proactive care, frailty and care home medicine.

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

Dove Medical Practice

Address

60 Dovedale Road

Erdington

Birmingham

West Midlands

B23 5DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• An inspiring role model, we'll expect you to already be a senior nurse with clinical experience in a drug and alcohol setting. Building relationships with colleagues, commissioners and service users alike will be a big part of what you do, were also looking for a Clinical Services Manager who can confidently engage and influence people.
• A working knowledge of safeguarding, substance use issues and legislation is key as is the ability to recognise indicators of substance use and the issues that service users might face. NMC registered with an active PIN.
• In addition to the above we are seeking to appoint an individual who can also bring Turning Points core values to the role:
• We believe that everyone has the potential to grow, learn and make choices
• We all communicate in an authentic and confident way that blends support and challenge
• We are here to embrace change even when it is complex and uncomfortable
• We treat each other and those we support as individuals however difficult and challenging
• We deliver better outcomes by encouraging ideas and new thinking
• We commit to building a strong and financially viable Turning Point together

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

Turning Point

Address

Spring House, 39 Billing Road

Northampton

NN1 5BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.turning-point.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must have's for this role:

1. Hold a full UK Driving Licence and have use of a car for work purposes.
2. A passion for community nursing, that matches our passion to provide excellent healthcare for patients within their own homes.
3. Willing to undertake training to fulfil the requirements of these role.
4. Qualified Registered Adult Nurse with NMC Pin

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call:Tammy Hartshorne on 07717 695105 or email: [email protected] wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• NMC Registration
• Specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate short courses, training or equivalent experience, in a relevant field.
• Non-medical prescriber qualification or willingness to undertake

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working autonomously to deliver high quality and evidence-based nursing care.
• Experience in providing supervision to junior colleagues and students in the completion of routine nursing and clinical skills.
• Uphold the Trust's values of being caring, committed and working as team through demonstratable examples and experience.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Proficient use of digital tools and applications including Word, Outlook and patient management systems.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel between multiple Trust sites and non-Trust locations, including patient homes, some of which may not be easily accessible via public transport.

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

King Edward VII Hospital, St. Leonards Road, Windsor , Berkshire SL4 3DP

Windsor

SL4 3DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be designated Trust Patient Safety Specialist, sharing the responsibility with the other designated Patient Safety Specialists. You will be a highly visible and accessible leader, providing expert advice and guidance on patient safety, safety culture and improvement. You will support delivery of the NHS Patient Safety Strategy and help strengthen partnerships locally, regionally and nationally. A flexible approach is needed to manage the changing picture of healthcare patient safety in line with the national agenda.

The post holder will contribute to the development and delivery of patient safety education and training across the Trust, promoting systems thinking, human factors, psychological safety and just culture principles to help build organisational capability for learning and improvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to master's level (in a relevant discipline) or equivalent level, or equivalent experience of working at a senior level.
• Post-graduate management, leadership or specialist qualification or previous experience.
• Qualification in Patient Safety and incident investigation, including level1 and level 2 National Patient or willingness to work towards safety training.

Desirable

• Qualification in NHS leadership.
• Qualification In Human Factors.
• Quality improvement qualification or previous experience.
• Post-graduate patient safety or human factors qualification, or willingness to work towards or previous experience
• Recognised management qualification at minimum of post graduate diploma level.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of investigating patient safety incidents within a large/complex organisation using systems learning approaches.
• Broad understanding of the NHS governance agendas.
• Experience in delivering improvement projects and change.
• Highly developed knowledge of patient safety and investigation.

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of the components of quality governance, incident response, risk management and assurance function; current NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A relevant Social Work, Nursing or Allied Health Professional (e.g. Occupational Therapy) degree level qualification or equivalent experience
• Current registration with a nationally recognised professional body relevant to the professional qualification held e.g. GSCC for Social workers, HPC for Occupational Therapists etc
• Minimum 5 years post registration experience
• Evidence of Up-to-date CPD with specialist training surrounding dementia and nursing older people.

Desirable

• Masters level qualification or equivalent short courses and / or experience
• Teaching qualification or significant experience

Knowledge & Expertise

Essential

• Excellent communication skills: working with staff, working with patients and carers, working with general practice, presentations, written reports, understanding and ability to interpret, research and facilitate staff to implement evidence-based practice
• Proven ability to challenge current practices and freedom to make change in light of evidence-based recommendations
• Knowledge, understanding and the ability to interpret and implement local and national policy direction relevant to practice
• Proven experience of clinical audit, skill and knowledge required to facilitate staff to undertake clinical audit
• Knowledge and experience of moving staff through the change management process
• Empowering staff to manage and support change
• Demonstrable effective clinical leadership with knowledge, understanding and application of leadership theories
• Relevant clinical expertise to support and facilitate clinical development and innovation
• Evidence of sound information technology skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the development of professional roles
• Successfully managed projects that demonstrate ability to communicate and implement change
• Demonstrable and proven understanding and experience of the clinical and corporate governance agenda
• Knowledge and experience of facilitation of reflective practice for staff and personal reflective practice
• Demonstrable ability and experience in motivating and empowering others to change roles and in leading practice development

Trust values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Silk Ward

Victoria Road

Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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