Job description

Job responsibilities

• To ensure the safety of all patients undergoing endoscopy by ensuring efficiency of all decontamination processes through sound management of equipment and training in decontamination in accordance with national and local guidelines.
• To take responsibility for the running and maintenance of the decontamination area, ensuring all flexible endoscopes and accessories are cleaned, disinfected and appropriately tracked using the electronic tracking system in accordance with national and local guidelines.

For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.

Person Specification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment (at least six months experience)
• Ability to understand the importance of confidentiality and to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills
• Able to communicate clearly, verbally and written
• Acute hospital healthcare experience

Desirable

• Has an understanding/awareness of the Data Protection Act
• Has an understanding of basic health care requirements
• Has an understanding of infection prevention within a care setting

Qualifications & Professional Training

Essential

• GCSE in English and Maths
• Functional Skills Numeracy, Literacy, Communication Level 1

Desirable

• Level 2 QCF/NVQ Health & Social Care
• Level 2 QCF/NVQ Clinical Healthcare Support
• Basic IT Skills.
• Functional Skills Numeracy, Literacy, Communication Level 2

Skills & Ability

Essential

• Good verbal/communication skills - ability to articulate to internal and external team members
• Have the ability to deal with members of the public from many diverse groups
• Good telephone manner
• To be able to assist patients to move using appropriate aids on a frequent basis
• To be able to transport patients using wheelchair/trolley or bed on a frequent basis. This will occur for short periods frequently throughout a normal shift and will require moderate effort
• Frequently be able to deal with patients and relatives during distressful situations.
• Willingness to learn new skills and apply in the workplace
• To deal with competing demands for attention with frequent interruptions

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Engage in continuous professional development
• Ability to form positive working relationships
• Ability to remain calm under a range of circumstances
• Adaptable
• Ability to give out instructions accurately
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team
• Flexibility to work as required in emergency to meet the needs of the service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

Address

George Eliot Hospital

College Street

Nuneaton

CV10 7DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Reception

• Manage appointment requests both face to face, over the telephone and via online methods
• Receive patients and deal with their queries
• Provide information to patients, including test results
• Deal with general enquiries from hospitals and other external agencies
• Respond to requests from clinicians and staff using organisation systems
• Arrange patient services e.g chaperones, interpreters, hospital transport as needed
• Process correspondence via email, post and file information accordingly
• Process new registrations and changes of address
• Follow systems for receiving, updating and handling confidential patient records
• Liaise with Practice Team to ensure resolution of I.T or security issues
• Follow daily protocols for the secure opening and closing of the Practice

General

• General admin duties
• Promote and maintain standards relating to CQC including Health and Safety
• Support equality, diversity and the rights of patients and carers
• Maintain strict confidentiality on all matters relating to patients/ carers/ colleagues/ other health workers/ the business of the Practice
• Promote the good reputation of the Practice
• Participate in training programmes as requested to enable the efficient running of the practice and meet any professional minimum competence requirements
• Work in accordance with Practice protocols
• Participate in the annual appraisal process

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer facing role

Desirable

• Experience of working in a medical practice
• Experience of working in the health service

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Proficient in keyboard skills and IT
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent telephone manner
• Good organisational skills
• Good listening skills
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to work without close supervision
• Able to work well under pressure
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Good timekeeper
• Able to use own initiative
• Approachable
• Willingness to ask questions and find out information
• Conscientious

Desirable

• Familiar with medical terminology
• Familiar with clinical IT packages such as Emis web and Docman
• Current driving license

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education (GCSE O levels at Grade A-C) or equivalent.
• Good standard of numeracy & literacy

Desirable

• NVQ3/RSA3/AMSPAR or equivalent

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

Fownhope Medical Centre

Address

Common Hill Lane

Hereford

Herefordshire

HR1 4PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Pharmacist will work as part of the multidisciplinary primary care team, providing expert support on medicines optimisation, prescribing and patient care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct structured medication reviews and support patients with long-term conditions.
• Review and optimise prescribing to ensure medicines are safe, effective and cost-effective.
• Identify and manage medication-related risks, interactions and side effects.
• Support the management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease and respiratory conditions.
• Provide advice to GPs and other clinicians on prescribing and medicines management.
• Respond to medication queries from patients and healthcare professionals.
• Undertake medication reconciliation following hospital discharge and care transitions.
• Support audits, clinical reviews, prescribing quality improvement and QOF-related work.
• Promote safe prescribing and adherence to local and national prescribing guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, HCAs, reception and other members of the practice team.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and work within professional, legal and NHS requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC registered Pharmacist

Desirable

• Experience in clinical pharmacy and medicines management
• Experience working in general practice/primary care

Experience

Essential

• Experience in clinical pharmacy and medicines management
• Experience working in general practice/primary care

Desirable

• Experience with SystmOne

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Scarsdale Medical Centre

Address

Scarsdale Medical Centre

2 Scarsdale Place

London

W8 5SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• To oversee the development, delivery and evaluation of EPR communications and engagement plans and support the Trusts strategic objectives and build the Trusts reputation as a leading organisation within the NHS, ensuring that activity is in line with the Trusts overall communications and engagement strategy.
• To ensure that relationships with key stakeholders are maintained and proactively developed.
• To work with the EPR programme team to identify and develop communications campaigns to support the organisation in meeting its strategic objectives, providing strategic advice and expertise to enable opportunities for feedback, involvement and contribution to decision-making.
• To ensure that all communications materials and channels help build the Trusts reputation as a leading organisation within the NHS, that they are correctly tailored for the appropriate target audiences, including hard to reach audiences, and are in line with the Trusts overall communications strategy.
• To ensure the Trust brand and visual identity are protected, including supporting other staff in the correct application of corporate style guidelines, ensuring compliance and addressing inconsistencies.
• To ensure the organisational internal and external channels are kept uptodate with the relevant information from the EPR programmes and workstreams.
• To understand the internal environment, organisational development, and principles of culture change to ensure best practice is brought into internal programmes.
• To be responsible for the development and implementation of protocols to ensure the Trusts patient information complies with best practice guidance.
• To ensure organisational compliance with NHS and Trust Brand and Identity.
• The post holder will need to maintain a good knowledge of emerging policies and guidance from government departments such as DHSC, NHSE, ICB interpreting the guidance, assessing any impact and ensuring effective communication to the organisation.

See the Job Description for full details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development

Desirable

• Professional qualification in marketing, journalism or public relations (CIM, CAM, IPR or similar)
• Prince 2 practitioner
• CIPR diploma or advanced certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working on EPR communications programmes.
• Demonstrable experience of working in a communications/ PR/senior journalist role preferably within a large and complex organisation
• Experience of working in NHS communications
• Demonstrated experience of managing communications projects including development, planning, implementation and evaluation
• Experience of successfully delivering communications strategies and implementing communications programmes
• Experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment
• Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at senior level
• Experience of managing/supervising staff
• Experience of managing stakeholder events, launches and campaigns

Desirable

• Experience of working in mental health

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Good understanding of the national government and the NHS, how it works, the issues it faces and how to communicate within it
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of current PR practice and theory
• Knowledge and understanding of digital communications including public websites and intranets
• Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required
• The ability to identify the target audience for any given issue, understand their needs and the best channels to reach them, adapting writing styles to suit and developing copy with speed and accuracy
• Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders

Other

Essential

• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems

Desirable

• Personal experience of mental health problems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hil

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 8AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Experience of working directly in a community development context, adult health and social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work)

Experience of supporting people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work)

Experience of supporting people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity

Experience of working with the VCSE sector (in a paid or unpaid capacity), including with volunteers and small community groups

Experience of data collection and providing monitoring information to assess the impact of services

Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations

Knowledge of the personalised care approach

Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities

Knowledge of community development approaches

Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports

Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3, Advanced level or equivalent qualifications or working towards
• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development

Desirable

• Training in motivational coaching and interviewing or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Ability to listen, empathise with people and provide person-centred support in a non-judgemental way
• Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from all communities
• Able to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence, motivating others to reach their potential
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people, their families, carers, community groups, partner agencies and stakeholders
• Ability to identify risk and assess/manage risk when working with individuals
• Have a strong awareness and understanding of when it is appropriate or necessary to refer people back to other health professionals/agencies, when what the person needs is beyond the scope of the link worker role e.g. when there is a mental health need requiring a qualified practitioner
• Able to work from an asset based approach, building on existing community and personal assets
• Able to provide leadership and to finish work tasks
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with all colleagues
• Demonstrates personal accountability, emotional resilience and works well under pressure
• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines
• High level of written and oral communication skills Ability to work flexibly and enthusiastically within a team or on own initiative
• Understanding of the needs of small volunteer-led community groups and ability to support their development
• Knowledge of and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding,
• lone working, information governance, and health and safety

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

Healthbridge Direct

Address

53-63 Redbridge Lane East

Ilford

Redbridge

IG4 5EY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See job description & person specification and evidence how you meet the criteria on your application in order to be shortlisted .

Supporting the Medical Secretaries in Medicine, covering all admin functions including scanning, photo copying and answering the phones. You will also be processing large volumes of Audio typing from digital dictation all whilst working with nurses and consultants to deliver admin support (subject to service needs) and ensuring deadlines are met.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential

• English and Math GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
• RSA II typing/word processing
• Audio typing
• Willing to undertake further development/training

Desirable

• Understanding of Medical Terminology

Knowledge, experience & expertise

Essential

• Experience of working in a busy office environment (to deadlines and targets)
• Knowledge of software packages such as Word, Excel

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS environment
• Experience of working with Winscribe digital dictation
• Knowledge of EPR

Communication & relationships

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Calderdale Royal Hospital

HALIFAX

HX3 0PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cht.nhs.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 or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Special Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the Welsh LIMS

Desirable

• Knowledge of a hospital LIMS

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a hospital laboratory environment including sample preparation/handling environments
• Experience working in NHS

Desirable

• Previous laboratory medicine experience
• Participation in working unsocial hours/shifts

Qualification

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or above in a science related subject

Desirable

• HNC in Med Lab Sciences or an Applied Biological Science

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales, University Hospital Llandough and Velindre Hospital

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a confident Care & Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding healthcare.

You'll be working full time 42 hours a week, 12 hour shifts, including alternate weekends (4 shifts week one, three shifts week two, on a two week rolling rota), days only, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Dene Brook.

Dene Brook is a specialist residential service in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, supporting people with learning disabilities, complex needs, autism and behaviours that may challenge.

We encourage and enable the people we support to lead a full and happy life. We work with them to ensure they have more choice and control in their lives. We find out their strengths, abilities and preferences so that the care provided can be as person-centred and meaningful to each individual.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development - you'll also enjoy discounts with our free NHS blue light card, perkbox with vouchers for everyday purchases and shopping, private health cash plans, free confidential mental health support and much more, to support your wellbeing in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.

Your day-to-day...

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with and report on medical & welfare needs
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all
• Supporting service users to access the community, to attend things like work, college, hobbies & activities, days out & holidays
• Supporting the service users to grow, develop & learn through engaging them in tasks such as cooking & cleaning

You are...

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
• An excellent communicator and a good team player
• Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Able to empower & support service user independence

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• Salary: £13.15 per hour, rising to £13.45 per hour after three months (£29,435.70 first year), rising to £13.70ph after 18 months
• An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Please be aware that this vacancy may close before the advertised date if the role is filled. Please send your application as soon as possible.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Dalton Parva

S65 3QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Please visit our website to hear from some of our current nurses on why they work here and on some of our services. You can also visit our Facebook page Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing degree or equivalent
• Mentoring / Mentorship (ENB988 or equivalent)

Desirable

• Evidence at social care / health related study

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Familiar with risk assessment and its management

Desirable

• Previous community experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Hellesdon Hospital

Drayton High Road

Norwich

NR6 5BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This job description, together with the job plan, will be reviewed annually and agreed with the Clinical Director and Divisional Director, on behalf of

the Chief Medical Officer, to ensure that it continually reflects the areas of work, clinical responsibility of the post and purchaser requirements.

• A suitably experienced post-holder will be expected to provide a clinical service in the relevant specialty to patients of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust and to General Practitioners.
• The post-holder will be expected to provide a service to patients of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, General Practitioners and to attend multi-disciplinary meetings. The successful candidate will be expected to work within multi-disciplinary teams in providing high quality clinical care. It is anticipated work will be undertaken on three sites and closer to the patients home. The Trust is seeking to extend services to GP surgeries/health centres etc and job plans may be revised in due course.
• The post-holder will provide support to the A&E department and acute medicine to ensure timely appropriate care and patient flow through the hospital.
• The post-holder will provide consultation and advisory service to clinical colleagues in the Trust and Primary Care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCT in Oral Surgery.
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems both emergency and elective within specialty.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
• Expertise in sub-specialty.
• Current BLS certification.

Desirable

• Post graduate sedation qualification.
• Post graduate teaching qualification.
• Additional post CCST development over 2 years as recommended by SAC in Oral Surgery.

Management and Administrative Experience

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service.
• Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities.
• Ability to manage and lead the specialty firm and multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of audit management and conducting clinical audit.

Desirable

• Ability to manage and lead specialist unit and working parties as appropriate.
• Ability to use the evidence based and clinical audit to support decision making.

Teaching Experience

Essential

• Ability to teach clinical skills to medical, nursing staff and other disciplines.
• Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduates and postgraduates.

Desirable

• Ability to supervise postgraduate research.

Other requirements

Essential

• An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues.
• Able to meet the travel requirements of the job and return to the hospital within 30 minutes when on call.

Research Experience

Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems.
• An awareness of current specialty specific developments and initiative.

Desirable

• Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals in the last 5 years.
• Evidence of having undertaken original research.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GDC Registration with a Licence to practise.
• Undergraduate Dentistry (BDS or equivalent).
• Entry on the GDC Specialist Register in Oral Surgery (or expected within 6 months of interview date) via CCST (or mediated entry).
• Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship exit examination in Oral surgery, MOral Surg or equivalent.

Desirable

• Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of Faculty of Dental Surgery of equivalent.
• Higher degree.

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Worcestershire Royal Hospital

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ III in Administration or Customer Service or equivalent qualification or experience
• or
• Educated to GCSE Level 4, or equivalent in English and Maths or equivalent qualification or experience

Desirable

• European Computer Driving License (ECDL) or equivalent qualification or experience

Experience

Essential

• The ability to communicate basic or sensitive information to colleagues, patients and relatives.
• The ability to pay close attention to detail in written and electronic communication and information storage.
• The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality administrative support.
• Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own and others workload in relation to the priorities of the department over timescales.
• The ability to suggest & demonstrate changes to own practice.
• Demonstrates personal duty of care in relation to the safe use of equipment and other resources.
• Maintains the quality in own work with the ability to suggest changes to own practice.

Desirable

• Previous experience of using Microsoft Office Applications.
• Previous experience of working in an office environment.
• Previous experience of working in the NHS.
• Previous experience of working in a customer facing role.
• Experience in minute taking and organising meetings.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Papworth Hospital

Papworth Road

Cambridge Bio Medical Campus

Cambridge

CB2 0AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/working-here (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Other requirements

Essential

• Willing to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities
• Flexible approach to working patterns
• Promote equality and value diversity
• Ability to travel across Trust sites.

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to deal with information sensitively and confidentially.
• Able to use own initiative and exercises judgement when dealing with enquires
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritise work unsupervised and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to delegate appropriately
• Ability to deliver high quality service and maintain a high standard of work.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Desirable

• Willingness and ability to learn new skills
• Time management skills.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oGood working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
• oKnowledge of organisational policies and procedures
• oHigh standard of presentation, documents and correspondence
• oExperience of organising and facilitating meetings and minute taking
• oExperience of dealing with non-routine issues and problem solving
• oExperience of diary management
• oWorking effectively in a team and on own initiative.
• oDay to day management of staff

Desirable

• Previous administrative experience within NHS
• Knowledge of NHS guidelines

Qualifications

Essential

• Good administration education including minimum GCSE qualification in English Language or equivalent.
• RSA III word processing or equivalent.
• NVQ3 administration or significant relevant experience.

Desirable

• ECDL
• NVQ4 administration or relevant experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cumberland Infirmary

Pillars Building

Newtown Road Carlisle

CA2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
• Professional registration

Desirable

• Project management training

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of SACT
• Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
• Have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy in the South East and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
• Should have an appreciation of the relationship between the Department of Health, NHS England and individual provider and commissioning organisations
• Experience of identifying and interpreting National policy.
• Experience of researching best practice (globally, private and public sector), interpreting its relevance and processes/ practices which could be implemented successfully to achieve system reform (advising on policy implementation)

Skills

Essential

• Report writing
• Negotiation and Influencing
• Planning
• Basic IT skills (Word/Excel/Outlook/Powerpoint)

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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells

Maidstone

ME16 9QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

1. The post holder will deliver community paediatric clinics including neurodevelopmental clinics. The clinics will mainly be held at Epsom General Hospital within the childrens outpatient department. The successful applicant will also take part in the acute paediatric service, including consultant of the week attending on the wards and taking part in the on-call rota. As part of their general paediatric role they will also run general clinics.

Specific Duties of this post:

2. Specifically, the role will include:

acute paediatrics including attending on the ward (consultant of the week) and on-call 1:9/10

monthly general paediatric clinic

developmental assessment in all paediatric age groups

assessment and management of specific neurodevelopmental conditions

supporting statutory work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC
• MRCPCH or equivalent
• Entry onto the Specialist Register for GMC in paediatrics or be within six months of obtaining CCT
• Level 3 child protection
• APLS certification
• NLS certification
• Ability to effectively use a developmental assessment tool such as SOGS II

Desirable

• Qualified in ADOS or similar ASD assessment tool

Skills

Essential

• Be able to demonstrate a high standard of clinical skill and expertise in a broad range of paediatrics, including general and acute paediatrics, developmental and community paediatrics.
• Experience in developmental assessment, including specific neurodevelopmental assessments - ADHD, ASD, DCD.
• Personal time management skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
• Ability to teach clinical skills

Desirable

• Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates/postgraduates
• Experience of supervising junior doctors
• Experience of teaching lay groups and other staff groups

Knowledge

Essential

• Audit/Research
• Supervision of post graduate trainees
• Ability to organise out-patient waiting lists

Desirable

• Familiarity within issues of service organisation and development
• Has attended a recognised management training event

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Epsom Hosital

Dorking Road

Epsom

KT18 7EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Be part of the community neighbourhood (INT) leadership team and provide a supervisory/consultation role for staff both within the service line and INT when required.

To be responsible for the development and maintenance of effective clinical pathways within the service line and wider community INT team.

Support safe, efficient and effective high-quality transitions in and out of the service line. (For full details, please refer to the enclosed Job description).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A clinical qualification to degree level or equivalent / RMN/BSC Hons
• ENB 998 / PSPA or equivalent o ENB 811 812 or equivalent Community Nursing course o Membership of a professional body (NMC).

Desirable

• Clinical Leadership in Mental Health o Non Medical Prescribing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Have a minimum of 5 years' experience working with people with MH needs, 3 of which must be at a Band 6 with Community Mental Health experience.
• o Experience of working with vulnerable patients

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care o Supplementary prescribe medication as agreed with RMO
• o Experience of leading clinical practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Runnymede Neighbourhood Mental Health Service

Unither House

CHERTSEY

KT16 9FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, administration and correspondence in a timely fashion.
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
• Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols.
• Providing counselling and health education.
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate.
• Recording clear and concise consultation notes to agreed standards.
• Collecting data for audit purposes.
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.
• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

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.
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records.
• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data.
• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Confidentiality:

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & safety:

The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines
• Providing advice on the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements
• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients.
• Management of the full range of infection control procedures in both routine and extraordinary circumstances (e.g. pandemic or individual infectious circumstances)
• Hand hygiene standards for self and others
• Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure
• Management and advice relating to infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice
• Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses/training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate to the responsible person
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes
• Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that proper use is made of hand-cleansing facilities, wipes etc., and that these are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate to the responsible manager
• Safe management of sharps use, storage and disposal
• Maintenance of own clean working environment
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards/risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum twice annually)
• Correct waste and instrument management, including handling, segregation, and container use
• Maintenance of sterile environments
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity:

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

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/professional development:

In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for PREP are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

Quality:

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

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication:

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

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate.

General:

The above duties are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required to take on other duties appropriate to the role.

The Senior Partner reserves the right to amend this job description in consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Eager to learn and grow in healthcare environment.
• Strong clinical skills with an evidence-based approach to patient care.
• Proficient in using electronic health records and embracing new technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passionate about technology and improving healthcare outcomes.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care
• Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration and Certification:
• Be included in the NHS England list of medical practitioners as per section 91 of the NHS Act 2006.
• Hold full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) on the General Practitioner Register.

Professional Standing and Other Requirements

Essential

• Not be prohibited from providing services due to regulation breaches (e.g., NHS Performers Lists Regulations).
• Not be suspended from practice by the NHS or from the GMCs list of medical practitioners.
• Not be subject to any interim suspension orders from the GMC under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
• Have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Hold appropriate medical indemnity insurance covering all professional duties.
• Successfully complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Be willing to engage in ongoing professional development as required

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

New Court Surgery

Address

Borough Fields Shopping Centre

Royal Wootton Bassett

Swindon

Wiltshire

SN4 7AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.newcourt-wilts.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Independent Prescribing Nurse Hybrid (Remote & In-Store)

Permanent 3 days remote with Boots Online Doctor & 2 days in a Boots Healthcare Centre Select locations

The role includes working every other weekend as part of your contracted working pattern.

Ready to use your prescribing skills in a new way?

Were looking for experienced Independent Prescribers to join us in an exciting permanent hybrid role, bringing together digital healthcare and face-to-face clinical care. This opportunity is open to both Independent Prescribing Nurses and Independent Prescribing Pharmacists.

Youll spend three days each week working remotely with Boots Online Doctor (BOD), delivering digital consultations and clinical care to patients, and two days in one of our selected Boots Healthcare Centres, providing face-to-face clinical services and using your Independent Prescribing qualification in practice.

Its an opportunity to combine the flexibility and innovation of digital healthcare with the patient interaction and clinical impact of working in a Healthcare Centre, while helping us develop accessible, high-quality healthcare services across Boots.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC registration
• A recognised Independent Prescribing qualification (V300 for Nurses)
• A minimum 6 months post-qualification prescribing experience and confidence making autonomous clinical decisions.
• Strong clinical assessment, consultation and decision-making skills.
• A clear understanding of your professional scope of practice, limitations and when to escalate or refer.
• Experience of clinical risk assessment and safeguarding escalation.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence consulting with patients both remotely and face-to-face.
• A positive, proactive approach with a commitment to patient safety, service improvement and brilliant patient care.
• Confidence using digital tools and clinical systems.
• Flexibility to work every other weekend as part of your contracted hours.

Desirable

• It would be great if you also have:
• Experience within digital healthcare, online clinical services or remote patient care.
• Previous experience delivering video and telephone consultations.
• Experience using your Independent Prescribing qualification in a patient-facing setting.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Experience contributing to clinical audit, governance or the development of a new or evolving healthcare service.
• An interest in innovation and how digital healthcare can improve patient access and experience.
• This isnt a traditional Nurse or Pharmacist role. Its an opportunity to combine Independent Prescribing, digital healthcare and face-to-face clinical care while developing your skills across two exciting healthcare environments.

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

Boots UK

Address

Unit 3-4 Hill Street Shopping Centre

Middlesborough

Teeside

TS1 1SU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Mr Mohamed Sabouni Position: Consultant Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon Email: [email protected]

Shortlisting Date: 22/09/2026

Interview Date: Provisionally 28/09/2026

Why you should join our Team

The successful candidate will receive advanced clinical and surgical training in all aspects of paediatric orthopaedic surgery, preparing for a consultant post. In addition, they will be expected to take part in research studies as appropriate and help with the departmental audit and database. Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching will also be required.

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

Our Trust values

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

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

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

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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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

Leeds General Infirmary

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS1 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We recruit people based on their values and qualifications (where required) and believe that their lived experience is an advantage, this means that together we are as diverse as the communities we care for. Simply put, when we employ caring people who act with integrity and have the right skills, we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high-quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and make our staff feel purposeful, happy and valued.

All our information is available in accessible formats. Please contact the Recruitment team [email protected]

Attached to this advert is our candidates guide to values-based recruitment and supporting guidance on how to make a successful application.

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Recruitment Team or see the attached candidate guide to reasonable adjustments.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read theCandidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working with individuals with dementia in a role that supports meaningful activity

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, written and verbal

Values

Essential

• Positive desire to work with older people, particularly those with dementia

Desirable

• Tell us about a time when you spotted something small going wrong and did something to stop it becoming a bigger issue.
• Tell us about a time when you realised a colleague or someone you know needed a bit of support and you offered to help.
• Tell us about a time when you showed someone kindness or understanding.

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 and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Mount Ward 1 Male Inpatient Dementia Service

Leeds

LS2 9LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE / O Level including English

Desirable

• Admin NVQ level

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Previous experience in administration

Desirable

• Experience of working in NHS/Public sector

Communication skills

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure and maintain effective communication
• Organisation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Southend-On-Sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Avanish Tantry

Lead Clinician

[email protected]

0113 3920735 Shortlisting Date: 21st September Interview Date: w/c 28th September

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in Europe, with access to leading clinical expertise and medical technology. We care for people from all over the country as well as the 780,000 residents of Leeds itself. The Trust has a budget of £1.1 billion. Our 20,000 staff ensure that every year we see and treat over 1,500,000 people in our 2,000 beds or out-patient settings, comprising 100,000 day cases, 125,000 in-patients, 260,000 A & E visits and 1,050,000 out-patient appointments. We operate from 7 hospitals on 5 sites all linked by the same vision, philosophy and culture to be the best for specialist and integrated care. Our vision is based on The Leeds Way, which is a clear statement of who we are and what we believe, founded on values of working that were put forward by our own staff. Our values are to be :Patient-centred, Fair, Collaborative, Accountable & Empowered.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join our existing group of consultants who are all highly motivated and committed to developing excellent services for patients. The expectations of all members of the multi-disciplinary team are high. The team consists of consultants with various specialist interests, including immunology and infectious diseases, respiratory, nephrology, eating disorders and secondary epilepsy. The role will include acute work in the Children’s Assessment and Treatment unit (CAT) and on the Children’s inpatient wards, as well as outpatient work in the form of general paediatric clinics.The role has a vast mixture of secondary and tertiary paediatrics supporting an extensive array of other tertiary specialists across Leeds Children’s Hospital. Leeds Children’s Hospital caters to every paediatric sub-specialty under one roof. It also has close links with the adult hospital, within the same building, which enables smooth transition of care from paediatrics to adults.The team is developing exciting new pathways to make the department more efficient, improve patient experience as well as providing an excellent experience to resident doctors in training. Over the years there has been a significant overhaul of the workforce, and this has now resulted in the appointments of qualified advanced nurse practitioners, trainee ANPs, specialty doctors, and physician associates, who complement the resident doctor workforce.

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

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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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

Leeds General Infirmary

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS1 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.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 or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Sound basic education to include literacy and numerical skills
• Clinical experience in related environment
• NVQ level 3, BTEC or equivalent

Desirable

• First Aid

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in working in the caring environment
• Interprofessional team working
• Involvement with carers and families

Skills

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• An understanding of the role of the Occupational Therapist
• Use of interpersonal skills and an effective communicator
• Organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and to seek appropriate advice
• Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work and related issues
• Ability to participate in the management of support staff and students

Desirable

• Knowledge of spreadsheets and databases

Special Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the range of interventions appropriate in the treatment of people with neurological impairment or stroke
• Knowledge of the factors affecting the issue and installation of aids and equipment to promote independence

Desirable

• Knowledge of the procedures pertaining to the ordering, monitoring and control of stock equipment

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment, enthusiasm and flexible approach to the needs of the service
• Positive attitude
• Sense of professionalism

Desirable

• Ability to cope well under pressure

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital Llandough

Penlan Road Penarth

Cardiff

CF64 2XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide focused support to deliver against the role primary functions as listed above these will lead all delivery and activity and should be considered the primary role specific responsibilities ahead of all others noted.
• Provide professional leadership for all psychological professionals within your service, such that the best professional standards are deployed
• As part of the national Psychology Team and local service team, provide clinical leadership, and support your own services development to deliver psychology, psychosocial therapy and talking therapies within your service and organisational pathways
• Promote integrated health/care professional working Multidisciplinary Team approach
• Provide psychological advice, consultation, and supervision to non-psychologist colleagues where psychological and psychosocial interventions form a key aspect of treatment programmes
• Work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice
• Ensure clinical practice is maintained according to registration requirements, including clinical supervision and CPD
• To participate within relevant local meetings representing the profession of psychology contributing psychological knowledge and expertise
• Support the recruitment of psychology staff, ensuring that required standards of governance, qualification, practice, and registration as determined by the HCPC and other relevant professional bodies are met
• Provide highly developed specialist psychological/neuropsychological assessment, formulation, intervention, offering expert opinion with due regard to issues of cultural, racial, religious difference and sexual orientation
• Lead provision to ensure that interventions provided are trauma informed, evidence based/evidence-informed and delivered in accordance with NICE guidelines and best practice
• Ensure the highest standard of clinical record keeping by all psychological staff, including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance in accordance with the professional guidance and charity policies and procedures, and utilising organisational case management systems

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• For Clinical Psychologists Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (accredited by the BPS); or the BPS Statement of Equivalence in Clinical Psychology. (The statement of equivalence is designed for overseas qualified clinical psychologists who need to undertake further training to meet UK standards and for psychologists qualified in other domains wishing to become clinical psychologists. The statement is no longer available to new entrants.) For Counselling Psychology Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (accredited by the BPS); or the BPS Qualification in Counselling Psychology For Forensic Psychology Professional Doctorate in Forensic Psychology (accredited by the BPS); or Masters degree in Forensic Psychology (accredited by the BPS) plus stage two of the BPS Qualification in Forensic Psychology; or Stages one and two of the BPS Qualification in Forensic Psychology. Entry-level qualification in applied psychological therapy/mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice in this field (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus PG Diploma level/ supervised practice/ additional training) that has been accepted for the purposes of professional registration. Registered with professional body as appropriate to discipline HCPC/APC/ BPC/UKCP/BACP/BABCP/ADMP-UK.

Desirable

• Training in leadership and/or management skills Knowledge and experience of applying legislation and national guidance in relation to psychology and/or neuropsychology i.e. Mental Capacity Act 2005

Experience

Essential

• Experience of, and interest and commitment to working with people using substances and alcohol Experience of working with a wide variety of people across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity Experience of working with complex trauma at a high level Experience of the application of Clinical or Counselling Psychology in different contexts Experience of working within a trauma-informed framework Experience of teaching, training, and/or clinical supervision of staff, such as Clinical/Counselling Psychologists, trainee Clinical/Counselling Psychologists, and other Multi-disciplinary Team members Experience of the professional management of qualified and pre-qualified applied psychologists, inclusive of team formulation sessions and delivering/supervising reflective practice sessions Experience of planning, delivery and supervision of therapeutic and /or psychoeducational 1-1s or groups Experience in use of data, collation and analysis of outcomes and their presentation within reports and papers

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

Change Grow Live

Address

32-34 Williams Street

Stockton-On-Tees

North Yorkshire

TS18 1DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Band 5

The Department of Blood Sciences is made up of several sections as shown in the organisation chart and the post holder will normally rotate between them and participate as part of a team, in providing laboratory support to the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, General Practitioners and other legitimate users of the service.

The post holder will practice as a registered Biomedical Scientist without supervision under the guidance of a Team Leader Biomedical Scientist. At other times the post holder will perform tasks without supervision and will evaluate situations and seek advice from senior members of staff by telephone if deemed appropriate.

Responsibilities

The post holder will rotate through different sections of Blood Sciences.

To assist in the preparation of specimens for analysis, including the separation of blood, serum and plasma, and the cataloguing and storage of specimens.

To carry out laboratory diagnostic tests, validate results and use judgement in determining and initiating further tests that may be required.

To actively participate in the maintenance and basic trouble shooting of automated laboratory equipment, report any faults and non-compliances to a senior member of staff and take prompt and appropriate action in response to unexpected situations.

To participate in the department Quality Assurance programmes, correct any minor non-compliances and to report any major non-compliant events to a senior member of staff.

Maintain an up to date relevant knowledge of the technical aspects of the laboratory.

To work in compliance with local health and safety rules to ensure a safe working environment for you, colleagues and visitors. To adhere to department and Trust Health and Safety policies (including COSHH, Risk assessments and Standard Operating Procedures) and to report any non-compliances to a senior member of staff.

More experienced staff will be required to supervise the work of more junior staff and assist with their training.

Band 6

The department of Blood Sciences plays a pivotal role in provision of diagnostic services, which are essential for the delivery of high quality clinical care, both within the Trust and in Primary Care.

The post holder will act as an experienced and specialist registered Biomedical Scientist to provide a comprehensive and continuous 24/7 Blood Sciences service as an aid to effective diagnosis and treatment. They will confirm analytical and technical validity of investigations, liaising with clinical staff to ensure diagnostically abnormal results are acted upon urgently.

Responsibilities

The post holder may rotate through different sections of Blood Sciences as required.

Perform analytical and other laboratory work as directed by senior staff within Blood Sciences.

Ensure satisfactory completion and validation of routine and specialist analyses.

Ensure data integrity when entering demo graphics and results into the laboratory information system.

Operate subject to manufacturer's constraints and laboratory policy, instruments and analysers in, or associated with, the laboratory.

To troubleshoot, repair and maintain instruments and analysers in, or associated with, the laboratory for correct operation, keeping equipment in optimal condition for use, making adjustments as necessary.

Check the validity and reliability of analytical processes, maintaining and monitoring satisfactory performance by use of internal quality control.

Ensure prompt referral of results that exceed action limits in accordance with departmental policy.

Adhere to laboratory quality control and Health & Safety policies, ensuring documentation of maintenance procedures, lot numbers and control material.

Maintain an up to date relevant knowledge of the technical aspects of the laboratory.

To continually improve service provision by, when necessary, contributing to the development of SOPs or undertaking development work.

In the absence of the Section Leaders supervise the work of a section.

Assist Section Leaders in the organisation of work within a subsection of Blood Sciences.

In the absence of the Section Leader ensure adequate stocks of reagents and consumables are available for the efficient running of the section.

Undertake, when required, training of rotational Section Leaders staff within a section of Blood Sciences.

Undertake training of Registered Biomedical Scientists and Trainee BMS staff within a section of Blood Sciences.

Participate, under the supervision of the Section Leader, in any audit connected with a section of Blood Sciences

Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

Person Specification

Band 5

Essential

• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification
• Health Professions Council registration as a Biomedical Scientist

Desirable

• Knowledge of basic IT
• Keyboard skills
• Undertaking postgraduate qualification
• Career aspirations in the NHS

Band 6

Essential

• Experience working in a Blood Sciences discipline
• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council registration
• Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) Specialist Portfolio, IBMS Diploma of Specialist Practice, Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM) Log Book or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Knowledge of basic IT
• Keyboard skills
• Undertaking post grad qualifications

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

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

317 Trustwide

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be a key player on the front line for the surgery, talking to patients, finding out their needs and helping them access appropriate medical services, dealing with appointments, prescription requests and general administrative tasks.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Essential criteria
• We are highly dedicated to quality improvement and patient satisfaction therefore the ideal candidate will have: Experience of working in GP Practice (essential) Excellent communication skills Be able to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast moving environment Have a friendly and understanding approach when dealing with staff and patients Have strong IT skills (SystmOne) and call handling experience Bring a positive can-do attitude to the table
• ExperienceEssential criteria
• At least 1 year of working in General Practice

Desirable

• Prescription Clerk experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Crossfell Health Centre

Address

Crossfell Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS3 7RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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