Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Numeracy Skills Level 1
• Literacy Skills Level 2

Desirable

• Health Care Support Worker Level 3

Experience

Essential

• Good insight into role

Desirable

• Previous recent care work experience in an acute NHS environment or rehab ward/unit

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Legible and neat writing skills
• Demonstrate ability to care
• Approachable
• Commitment to the programme

Desirable

• Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and be assertive

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Saint Mary's Hopital

Praed St

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

This vacancy will close at 23:59pm on Sunday 18th October 2026, however this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of application.

The assessment process for this role will include: a single interview. Interviews are anticipated to be held on 3rd November 2026 – subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration (Part 1 Adult/General, level 1 or 2).
• Requirement for NMC professional registration required (which must be maintained in the role)
• Evidence of commitment to continued learning and application in practice including demonstrated commitment to own Continuous Professional Development

Experience

Essential

• Experience of successful implementation of change with a key focus of managing and motivating people
• Experience of mentorship, coaching and presentation of educational materials.
• Demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of patient safety initiatives and strategies and risk management.

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

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Reading DC

Reading

United Kingdom

RG1 3ES

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications and role specific knowledge

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health care or equivalent experience
• Evidence of good IT skills

Desirable

• The Maternity Support Worker Competency, Education and career Development Framework completion

Physical Skills

Essential

• Evidence of continuing self-development
• Adaptable and flexible approach to work
• Positive attitude to training and development
• Understanding of the role

Abilities

Essential

• Able to work on own initiative
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Ability to work without direct supervision*
• Ability to work various shift patterns

Communication Skills

Essential

• Evidence of working in a team
• Approachable manner with good interpersonal skills
• Effective 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

Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

Parkhurst Road

Newport, Isle of Wight

PO30 5TG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• General administrative experience
• Knowledge of appointment systems and patient administration systems
• IT literacy

Desirable

• NHS experience
• Evidence of staff training and development

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Excellent IT skills
• Able to organise and prioritise
• Attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills

Desirable

• Knowledge in use of the Integrated Computerised Hospital Information System (ICHIS).

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Hammersmith Hospital

Du Cane Road

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To adhere to the attached job description specification and follow are work schedules and instructions

Person Specification

Locaility

Essential

• be within a reasonable travelling distance

Desirable

• drivers license

Experience

Essential

• working visa and residency within the UK and live local to the area
• previous experience

Desirable

• knowledge on the roll being advertised
• good 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Thurrock / Brockfield

Essex

SS11 7FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ qualifications

Essential

• NMC Level 1 Registered Nurse
• Educated to Degree level or above in related subject
• Post registration qualification relevant to role at level 7 and evidence of continued professional development
• Recognised post-registration teaching qualification.

Desirable

• MSc or MA in related specialty
• Psychological assessment course
• Quality improvement training

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration and in specialty area and experience in either junior specialty role or team leader/ward management role
• Experience with managing patient caseload relevant to specialty
• Experience of working independently and as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team
• To have demonstrable experience of service development

Skills/knowledge/ abilities

Essential

• Clear understanding of the role of the Coordinator role in SCT and the associated responsibility and accountability
• Broad understanding of SCT and cancer treatments and cancer pathways.
• Understanding of related regulatory/accreditation/governing bodies, e.g. JACIE, HTA, EBMT NICE guidance and government targets relating to cancer specialty
• Up to date knowledge of current clinical practice and professional issues

Desirable

• Advanced IT skills use or Excel/Data management
• Presentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Hammersmith Hospital

Du Cane Road

London

W12 0HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work jointly with the acute MS/PD team to contribute to a seamless service for patients.
• Function autonomously in an adept manner to assess, manage, plan and implement treatment tailored to individual patients across the PD/MS disease spectrum in both routine and non-routine circumstances.
• Demonstrate an equitable service through audit and clinical effectiveness
• Employ a collaborative approach with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure care for patients and their families is effectively coordinated and their needs are met.
• Continually develop and update knowledge and highly specialist skills to maintain specialist competence and ensure delivery of evidence based care.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge, skills and competence to ensure delivery of evidence based care.
• To be professionally accountable and responsible for all aspects of own work, including the management of own caseload.
• Maintain the MS/PD patient caseload including acceptance of appropriate referrals, triage, waiting times and discharging patients to a dormant caseload when active input is no longer required
• To develop, deliver and evaluate a plan of care relating to symptom management, which will include assessment, planning, implementing, reviewing and documenting care plans in agreement with the person with MS/PD. This will include but not exhaustive of ordering diagnostic tests and making referrals.
• Design and deliver education and self-management courses to people with MS and their families. Provide specialist education to other professionals involved in the care of people with MS/PD
• Provide care in a timely manner in line with local and national protocols and guidance.
• Support and facilitate patients to self-manage their disease ensuring they know when to seek help.
• Have awareness of the resources available and the need to work within the financial envelope.
• Actively participate in service development.
• Active involvement in a multidisciplinary approach to the decision making process regarding commencing disease modifying treatment. Participate in ongoing delivery of treatment and monitoring of patients while on treatment
• Provides and receives highly complex, sensitive and potentially distressing information.
• Overcomes barriers to understanding, such as stress or poor cognition, demonstrating empathy and reassurance.
• Communicates openly and appropriately with patients and carers in situations of highly distressing or sensitive nature, such as discussions with the person with MS and their family around end of life care matters.
• To actively involve service users in providing feedback of their experience of the current service and suggestions for improvements.
• To contribute positively to the leadership within the care group acting as an effective role model.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant post registration training in Multiple Sclerosis/Parkinson's Disease or willingness to undertake
• At least 3 years post registration experience working at Band 6
• Understanding of Multiple Sclerosis/Parkinson's Disease and current treatment options

Desirable

• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations to groups of people
• Non-medical Prescriber or willingness to undertake

Managerial experience

Essential

• Experience of undertaking Health needs assessments.

Desirable

• Understand of and ability to carry out Audit

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Latton Bush Health Centre

Harlow

CM18 7BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Clinical Audiology or equivalent qualification & level of knowledge
• State registration as Clinical Physiologist in Audiology with RCCP or equivalent, HCPC

Desirable

• Membership of BAA, BSA (British Society of Audiologists)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children
• Knowledge of child development
• Knowledge of audit and research
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Experience of working in the community setting

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Analytical and Judgmental Skills
• Skills for assessing and interpreting test results
• Ability to apply information to the use and application of appropriate hearing aids for Paediatric users
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Daily communication and interaction with colleagues using tact, empathy and motivation

Desirable

• Evidence of teaching 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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Trust wide

Fulham Palace Road

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To develop knowledge and understanding of the lived experience of people in your care so that you can provide the right support that will meet their own identified needs for recovery.

To advocate for your service users so that they are at the forefront of designing their own mental health care and support and so that their voice is heard at all levels.

To develop supportive and caring relationships with individual service users and to provide daily support through encouragement, understanding and motivation.

To deliver prescribed 1:1 and group interventions within the scope of the support plan, with care and compassion, this may include but this list is not exhaustive:

I. Budgeting, benefits and welfare rights

II. Diet, exercise and well-being

III. Planning, shopping and cooking of meals

IV. Education, occupation, training and development

V. Healthy lifestyle, healthy choices

VI. Activities of daily living

VII. Administering of oral medication

VIII. Rest, relaxation and vocation

You will be expected to increase your knowledge in one of the elements of recovery above to support senior staff to deliver specific interventions.

To provide daily updates to senior staff of individuals mood, behaviour, interaction, motivation and mental health so that plans of care can be reviewed accordingly.

Sensitively support individuals with activities of daily living with the goal to enhance these essential living skills.

To work without direct supervision, but with someone available to refer to, as and when required, either on or off site on a regular basis.

Help identify early signs of relapse by monitoring the services user progress, level of functioning and mental state and alert the appropriate staff involved in the persons care.

To support the service user to integrate into the local community to enable them to feel a sense of purpose and community.

To maintain informative electronic records as required.

To undertake such other duties as may be determined from time to time within the general scope of the post.

Be able to work flexibly within the different elements of the rehabilitation pathway when required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• 3 years experience of working with people with mental illness.
• A good practical understanding of the MHA and MCA and the role of a nursing assistant within this.

Desirable

• A keen interest in mental health.
• Lived Experience.
• Mental health First Aid training.
• An awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Recent and / or current work experience within a Mental Health or Social Care environment.

Knowledge

Desirable

• Awareness of Coaching techniques.
• An awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Working knowledge of the benefits and housing systems.
• Supervision of junior staff.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to respond to the individual rights/needs/opinions of service users.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment for service users/ carers/staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Standard keyboard skills.

Desirable

• Can evidence supporting others so that they can reach their full potential (staff and service users).
• Can evidence making a positive difference to peoples lives.
• Can evidence understanding of mental health and recovery.
• Can evidence advocating for the service user.
• Can evidence applied knowledge of the MHA and MCA.
• Group Work.
• Substance use knowledge.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 in care or Care certificate or equivalent
• Medication administration qualification

Desirable

• A basic knowledge/understanding of and passion for supporting those with Mental Health needs.
• Some understanding of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Navigo Health and Social Care CIC

Address

Springboard at Tees House (& other Rehab Sites)

Second Avenue

Grimsby

DN33 1NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects for your own and delegated work.
• To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
• To undertake holistic assessment (including those with complex presentations and multi pathologies) making use of clinical reasoning skills.
• To use evidence-based practice, to ensure clinical care is effective and appropriate.
• To promote independence and wherever possible to avoid hospital admission and reduce inpatient length of stay to ensure those patients receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting.
• Organise and manage own time, delegating work appropriately.
• Contribute to risk assessments and health and safety assessments and including immediately reporting any changes/newly identified risks.
• To demonstrate the importance of gaining patient and carer consent in allinterventions.
• To ensure that accurate and timely written records are kept which comply with the Trust policy and HCPC guidance, reporting on any issues as appropriate.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Demonstrate empathy for the concerns of others
• Willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude
• Have a range of mechanisms for dealing with stress; can recognise when to use them and does so
• Ability to travel independently around Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area meeting required timescales. A Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent, e.g. BSc, MSc or Diploma entry level qualification into the OT professions.
• Current HCPC registration
• Documented evidence of own continuing professional development

Desirable

• Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post-graduate clinical experience in a variety of settings.
• Clinical supervisor

Desirable

• Community experience
• Equipment provision

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Accepts responsibility and and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others
• Recognises the limits of own authority within the role
• Seeks and uses professional support appropriately
• Understands the principle of confidentiality
• Demonstrate professional responsibility

Desirable

• SystmOne

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care and service provision
• Able to work flexibly as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Able to assess, plan and implement care

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical supervision

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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Histon Police Station

15 Mowlam Close

Cambridge

CB24 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional Values

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

Uphold the Trust values and standards at all times.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Clinical Practice

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Communications and Interpersonal Relationships

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Team Working

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

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

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

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

Participate in audit under the direction of the registered professional

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

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

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

Education, Training and Personal Development

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

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

To participate in the Trust Appraisal process

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

To continue personal development in relation to identified objectives.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as part of a team

Desirable

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

Skills

Essential

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

Personal Qualities

Essential

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

Other

Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a confident Housekeeping with a passion for making a difference to others.

You will be working 40 Hours a week (Monday to Friday) at Cygnet Pindar House helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Cygnet Pindar House is our 22 bed Neuropsychiatric care and treatment service for men affected by acquired brain injuries. It is a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease like Huntingtons Disease, a caring and longer term placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms.

The service is a modern purpose-built facility, designed specifically to provide a clinically-led evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment to engage the men in our care and offer them the opportunity to maximise their independence.

Your day-to-day

• Provide a cleaning and general housekeeping service
• Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness
• Carry out daily & weekly cleaning regimes
• Replenish stock & ensure that equipment is clean & well maintained
• Employ safe working practices and adhere to health & safety procedures
• Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

You have...

• Experienced in housekeeping or domestic work (desirable)
• Knowledgeable of COSHH (desirable)
• Friendly, conscientious & have a positive attitude
• A good communicator

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• £13.15 Per Hour
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to work scheme

Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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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

South Yorkshire

S70 4PL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

Southern Hospice Group (St Barnabas House and Martlets Hospice) providespecialist palliative care to adults in the our local area, through a range of services, including in-patient care and communityservices. This is an exciting time to join our hospice group, as we develop our Patient & Family Support Team. We are looking for an experienced, qualified counsellor who is registered with the BACP. As part of our team you will support our patients and their loved ones whilst in our care, and during bereavement. The role requires adaptable and responsive individuals, with a passion for specialist palliative care. You will have experience of working both individually and in a group setting. You will also be required to contribute to the development of services provided by an established and vibrant multi-professional team.

You'll be

A consummate professional who is able to practice with confidence and autonomy, as part of the Patient & Family Support Team and wider hospice multi-disciplinary group. You will provide specialist 1:1 interventions for our patients, and their families/carers, both pre and post bereavement.

About us

Southern Hospice Group is the largest group of hospices in Sussex and one of the largest in the UK.We are committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to adults, children and their families across Sussex. Bringing our teams and resources together as one organisation means we can focus on new and exciting visions and plans for our people and patients and provide even greater opportunities for our workforce.

St Barnabas House provides specialist palliative care to adults in the Worthing, Adur, Arun and Henfield areas through a range of services, including in-patient care and community living well services.

Chestnut Tree Houseis the childrens hospice for East and West Sussex and South East Hampshire, providing specialist palliative care for children and young people with life-limiting conditions.

Martlets provides essential care to people affected by terminal illness in Brighton and Hove and surrounding areas. Our expert teams provide the very best care and support, helping patients and their loved ones to live life to the full during the precious time they have together.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Up to 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• On-site education support and study leave opportunities
• Option to access Bupa and cover your everyday cost of healthcare for less
• Free parking, subsidised meals and various social activities
• Corporate rate gym membership, discounts with local complementary therapies and Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service

We warmly welcome applications from all sections of our community. We also invite applications from suitably experienced people for all industry sectors who can demonstrate the skills, ability and enthusiasm to work with a people-centric organisation like ours.

Artificial intelligence (AI)

Your application and interview should give us an accurate and authentic picture of your skills and experiences. Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

Before you submit an application, we will ask you to confirm the information you provide is true and accurate.Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the published closing date where applicant volume is high.

Some of our roles aresubject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it may be necessary for a disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or advanced Diploma in Counselling qualified at Level 4 and above
• Demonstrable post qualification experience
• Registered with BACP, UKCP, NCS or similar professional body and working toward accreditation
• Evidence of Continual Professional Development and education

Experience

Essential

• Effective IT and computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and electronic patient records
• Demonstrable experience of working with individuals experiencing loss and bereavement.
• Experience of working effectively with groups in a therapeutic setting.
• Experience of working effectively with clients virtually, face-to-face and over the telephone.

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.

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

Southern Hospice Group

Address

St Barnabas House

Titnore Lane

Worthing

BN12 6NZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stbarnabas-hospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

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Employer details

Employer name

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

County Hall

Penn Lloyd Building, Glenfield

Leicester

Leicerstershire

LE3 8TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 Registered Nurse- with valid registration with the NMC - RN1, RNA
• Experience or recognised qualification in areas such as: ?Health Promotion ?Diabetes ?Care of the older person ?Continence ?Palliative care ?Wound management ?Medical/Surgical Nursing

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of Nursing at Level 5, or evidence of a back to nursing programme
• Two years' experience of working in the community setting
• Supervision of junior staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to converse articulately on current health issues, demonstrate knowledge in: ?Able to explain the concepts of Essence of Care ?Able to explain the concepts of Team Working ?Able to demonstrate knowledge of professional standards including confidentiality and clinical governance ?Understanding of Adult Safeguarding ?Evidence of Continuing Professional Development ?Demonstrates evidence -based clinical knowledge ?Able to demonstrate knowledge of health and safety and personal safety issues
• Awareness of adult and children safeguarding

Skills

Essential

• Able to work without direct supervision
• Demonstrates high standard of Infection prevention and control
• Clinical skills - Administration of medications including injections, catheterisation, wound dressings; compression bandaging as per national wound care strategy
• Confidence and ability to establish rapport with team, clients and other agencies
• Computer Literacy and keyboard skills
• Practice with the NMC Code of Professional Practice
• Access to a motor vehicle for use at work and UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Teaching Skills
• Mentorship certificate

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary Team
• Positive attitude
• Reliable, empathetic, approachable, understanding, non-judgemental and tolerant
• Honest and adaptable
• Team player
• Continual professional development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

Feltham and Bedfont & Brentford and Chiswick

West London

TW8 8DS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• HCPC registered
• Evidence of personal / professional development (portfolio)

Desirable

• Membership of CSP
• Membership of relevant clinical interest groups

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within the NHS as a qualified physiotherapist
• Completed minimum 18months as a Band 5 physiotherapist
• Broad experience in neurology, orthopaedics, medical, and elderly care as a Band 5 physiotherapist
• Experience of working as part of a Multidisciplinary team
• Experience working in a neuro rehabilitation team
• Experience of teaching other physiotherapy staff members, patients and other health care professionals

Desirable

• Experience working in a community therapy team
• Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality improvement
• Experience supervision junior staff, students or rehabilitation assistants
• Experience of delegation to therapy colleagues
• Experience of service management / development

Knowledge

Essential

• Good theoretical and practical knowledge of adult and neurological rehabilitation treatments and modalities
• Remain updated with professional practice and new research
• Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical governance and its implications
• Understanding of the National Health Plans and Implementations

Skills

Essential

• Ability to community clearly and concisely via written word.
• Work within and understand national and trust policies (data protection, equal opportunities, health and safety)

Other Requirements

Essential

• Commitment to own self development and learning
• Adaptable to change, with good problem solving skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

West London NHS Trust

Address

Heart of Hounslow Health Centre

92 Bath Road

Hounslow

TW3 3LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Welcome and communicate with patients in a professional, friendly and respectful manner.
• Undertake clinical observations, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, height, weight and BMI.
• Carry out blood tests/phlebotomy.
• Perform ECGs and other basic clinical investigations as required.
• Undertake urine testing and other specimen collection in accordance with practice procedures.
• Delivering vaccination programmes, such as seasonal flu, in line with clinic protocols.
• Support the nursing team with health checks, NHS Health Checks and long-term condition monitoring.
• Assist with chronic disease monitoring, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease and respiratory conditions, within agreed protocols and competence.
• Carry out wound care and dressings where appropriately trained.
• Support patients with health promotion and preventative care.
• Ensure specimens are correctly labelled, stored and transported according to practice procedures.
• Record clinical information accurately and promptly in the patient's medical record.
• Prepare clinical rooms and equipment, ensuring they are clean, safe and adequately stocked.
• Clean and maintain equipment in accordance with infection prevention and control procedures.
• Follow practice policies relating to infection control, safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety and information governance.
• Recognise and report any concerns regarding a patient's health or wellbeing to an appropriate clinician.
• Support the wider practice team with appropriate administrative and clinical duties.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement activities and practice initiatives as required.
• Maintain professional knowledge and undertake relevant training and development.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working in a healthcare or patient-facing environment.
• Experience with phlebotomy.
• Experience performing ECGs.
• Experience carrying out NHS Health Checks or long-term condition reviews.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a professional attitude.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Accurate record-keeping skills.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centred care.
• Ability to work within agreed competencies and recognise when to seek assistance.

Desirable

• Experience working within a GP practice or primary care setting.
• Knowledge of SystmOne.
• Experience with wound care and basic clinical procedures.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A - C in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Relevant Healthcare Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Phlebotomy qualification or equivalent experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Clifton Medical Practice

Address

Clifton Cornerstone

Southchurch Drive

Nottingham

NG11 8EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed description of the roles and responsibilities applicants are advised to see attached Job Description and Job Plan.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full registration the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligible for full registration if applying from abroad
• Currently on the specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 3 months of the closing date
• MRCOG or equivalent qualification
• RCOG ATSM/SITM in Gynaecology Oncology
• Training in transvaginal scanning, outpatient hysteroscopy

Desirable

• An MD or PhD
• Subspeciality training in gynaecology Oncology
• Consultant experience in working at a cancer unit
• BSCCP accreditation
• Publications

Experience

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT
• Evidence of experience in gynaecological cancers
• Evidence of experience in transvaginal scanning
• Evidence of experience in gynaecological surgery including laparoscopic surgery for gynaecological cancers
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
• Evidence of developing evidence-based services in obstetrics and gynaecology e.g. audit, guidelines or service development.

Desirable

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience.
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications in the field of oncology
• Evidence of undertaking quality improvement work
• Evidence of initiating research and training programmes

Skills

Essential

• Able to function at consultant level when on-call
• Able to deliver independently as unit cancer surgeon

Desirable

• Relevant and ATSM modules
• Skills in ambulatory gynae clinics

Personal

Essential

• Organisational and IT skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Able to demonstrate leadership skills
• Good interpersonal skills and a caring attitude to patients
• Commitment to continuing medical education
• An awareness of their own strengths and weaknesses.

Desirable

• Demonstrate a range of ideas for further research within specialist areas

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main purpose of job

To oversea the dispensary and manage the dispensary team

To provide specialist knowledge and advice on pharmaceutical matters, including cost-effective prescribing and clinical guidelines for disease treatment, and to also provide evidence-based education and training for colleagues in partnership with the practice

To practice as an independent prescriber

To provide advice and support for patients with self-limiting conditions

To work to improve communication about medication-related issues between the practice and other care providers

To lead on implementation of safe and efficient repeat prescribing systems

Contribute to improved health outcomes in long term conditions

Support patients to manage their long term conditions.

Medication review / medicines optimisation

Review if prescribing is appropriate in line with current guidance, cost-effective and safe; identify unmet need, stop unnecessary/ineffective medicines. Implement own prescribing changes as an independent prescriber.

Contribute to achievement of QOF targets to improve health outcomes

Review patients that are on nomad trays and decide if required or not

Provide specialist knowledge and advice on pharmaceutical matters

Review NICE and other evidence-based guidance as it is issued, to evaluate any impact on medicines and prescribing.

Undertake regular clinical audit to support implementation of clinical guidance across the practice.

Provide regular education sessions for the clinicians at the practice to discuss audit results and agree an action plan for improving standards within clinical areas.

Provide advice on suitable alternative medications in the event of a medicine being unavailable.

Encourage cost effective prescribing within the practice, including adherence to local formulary.

Build good working relationships with local Medicines Management Team members

Review all safety alerts (e.g. MHRA) and ensure any action required is undertaken

Improve communication about medication-related issues between the practice and both the patient and other care providers

To reconcile medicines following discharge from hospital/ intermediate care; identify and rectify unexplained changes, manage these changes without referral to the GP; perform a clinical mediation review; produce a post-discharge medicines care plan including dose titration and booking of follow-up test, and work with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge. Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to high-risk groups of patients (e.g. those with medicine compliance aids).

Reconcile medication from clinic appointment correspondence, identifying any unexplained changes and rectifying these by communication with the secondary care provider. Ensure patients are fully aware of any changes and that a plan for monitoring/dose titration is in place.

Act as the practice lead contact for community pharmacy related projects and build effective working relationships.

Act as the practice lead contact for hospital pharmacy related projects and build effective working relationships.

Lead on implementation of safe and efficient prescribing systems

To ensure the practice repeat prescribing system is safe, efficient and helps minimise waste.

To answer queries from administration staff regarding medication requests where appropriate to save GP time

To work with practice staff to ensure a robust medication review policy

To identify patients suitable for repeat dispensing. Ensure this is implemented effectively by close working with patients, prescribers and community pharmacies.

All employees should understand it is their personal responsibility to comply with all organisational and statutory requirements (e.g. health and safety, equality and diversity, confidentiality and clinical governance)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in pharmacy (MPham) or equivalent Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council Demonstrate a commitment to Continuous Professional Development
• Independent prescriber Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Desirable

• A member of or working towards Faculty membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-qualification experience
• In depth experience of therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence based healthcare.
• Experience of working within a Primary Care GP surgery
• Experience of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing

Desirable

• Experience of planning, managing, monitoring, advising and reviewing general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions
• Experience of using Patient Management Systems, e.g. EMIS and Microsoft packages for a range of different purposes
• Experience of managing people

Knowledge and Skills

Desirable

• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences, e.g. patients, carers, etc.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work co-operatively as part of a team.
• Managing ones own time with a minimum of supervision to meet agreed outcomes and deadlines
• Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information
• Able to gain acceptance for recommendations and influence, motivate, persuade the audience to comply with the recommendations agreed / course of action where there may be significant barriers
• Understanding of how to develop and deliver a person centred approach and an ability to assess, plan and review an individuals needs
• Demonstrate a commitment to respecting and valuing patients perspectives and choices
• Motivated to work towards creating a safe, open and trusting environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Holmes Chapel Health Centre

Address

London Road

Holmes Chapel

CW4 7BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• To provide specialist nursing expertise and work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to develop clinical practice.
• Manage a case load in IBD nursing service, responsible for planning and prioritising own workload as an autonomous practitioner in response to service needs.
• Liaise with, refer to and advise a range of professionals regarding ongoing care and management of patients. This will be done via case conference, home visits, letter, report or email.
• Support staff within a range of clinical areas to ensure that patient needs are assessed, care planned, implemented and evaluated and that there is consultation and involvement of patients / carers.
• Responsible and accountable for accurate management of nursing records to ensure patient documentation meets agreed standards, ensuring the quality of record keeping is within the NMC Code of Conduct.
• Develop and implement specialised patient care pathways using advanced clinical reasoning skills.
• Provide highly specialist advice concerning the treatment of IBD / complex gastroenterology patients and families.
• Initiate patient referrals to other healthcare professionals and outside agencies as appropriate.
• Work in collaboration with medical staff when assessing the patient and refer appropriately if the patient's clinical condition changes or new concerns arise.
• Work in collaboration with surgeons to plan appropriate surgical interventions when required by co-ordinating review and subsequent admission for surgical procedures.
• Provide intensive support, information and advice in times of crisis - diagnosis, first hospital admission, and change in condition, terminal care and bereavement.
• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Endoscopy Unit.

MANAGEMENT

• Design, develop and implement clinical protocols, guidelines and information leaflets for use locally and nationally.
• Responsible for managing, arranging, recording and monitoring own activity and practising effective time management.
• Initiate and lead discussions in weekly multidisciplinary gastroenterology team meetings.
• Evaluate the ongoing needs of the IBD nursing service and plan / shape for future expansion in agreement with the direction of the lead nurse.
• Work within all Human Resources policy frameworks.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• To assess the level of patient's knowledge and understanding of IBD and provide personal or small group education programmes for patients and families indicated thus empowering them to take a greater part in the management of their disease promoting independence.
• Organise or participate in the delivery and evaluation of teaching programmes for ward and departmental staff involved in caring for patients with IBD.
• Teach on and consult on content of courses and modules relating to IBD and its management as required.
• Act as a resource for IBD within the Trust, for the PCT's and other external agencies.
• To be responsible for ongoing personal development displaying expertise working at a level to enable the post holder to identify a clinically significant professional, educational and research strategy for the IBD nursing service.

RESEARCH

• Initiate and lead own audit research studies relating to nursing and multidisciplinary care within the specialist area of practice, presenting findings through presentation and writing for publication.
• Actively participate in research initiatives associated with service
• Actively seek out research and audit results by other bodies relative to specialist area
• Present own evidence based findings from audit at multi-professional meetings / conferences both locally and nationally.
• Ensure clinical nursing practice is evidence based
• Collaborate closely with other members of the Gastroenterology Network to keep up to date with emerging thinking and findings.

PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

• To continually update and develop own clinical and theoretical knowledge of IBD and lower GI disorders and other areas of nursing and research by attending relevant conferences and reviewing the relevant literature on a regular basis.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the IBD service is developed in line with the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) recommendations for this patient group.
• To maintain own personal and professional profile
• To be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the service and develop the role accordingly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Specialist qualification / post registration training in specialityy
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Masters Degree

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience nurse with proven advanced clinical assessment skills
• Experience of conflict and complaints handling
• Experience of policy development
• Knowledge of management of recruitment, selection, appraisal, discipline, grievance, absence and performance systems.
• Knowledge and awareness of interagency structure and its workings
• Track record in mentorship and preceptorship
• Research experience
• Teaching experience
• Knowledge of control of infection systems, health and safety systems, risk assessment systems and child protection systems

Skills

Essential

• Up to date clinical skills in order to ensure quality of services being provided by ward
• Effective presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Able to act as a leader, effectively managing & motivating staff on the ward
• Ability to act as a change agent.
• Ability to co-ordinate & liase with MDT members

Other

Essential

• Enthusiastic approach to work
• Ability to work independently & as a team member
• Be seen to be confident & inspire confidence
• Be effective in implementation of best practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide leadership, management and team development to designated staff group, acting in aconsultative capacity, ensuring safe and effective service delivery.
• Provide specialist advice, leadership and support to the wider MDT ensuring the patient is at thecentre of all decision making.
• Ensure high quality care throughout the service by ensuring assessment planning, implementationand evaluation of care delivery
• Maintain staff and patient records in compliance with Trust policy
• Liaising with internal departments and external agencies in order to provide evidence-based careand contribute to policy and practice changes.
• Ensure delegated budget is managed in line with Trusts standing financial instructions
• To uphold the standards of professional practice, promoting and maintaining high quality patientcare.
• Overall responsibility for the management of the department and will be accountable for the qualityof care within that environment in line with Trust policy and professional codes and standards
• Lead and provide a highly visible presence being responsive and accessible to patients, carers and staff.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Registered health professional Diploma / Degree level qualification
• Current NMC Registration
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Leadership training or qualification (minimum Level 4 ILM or equivalent) or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
• Experience of managing teams
• Experience of service development, such as clinical pathway management
• Substantial experience of working in a clinical environment
• Understanding of budget management within the NHS at departmental level
• Experience of involvement in relevant research/audit to underpin evidence-based practice
• Understand key features of clinical governance and risk

Skills

Essential

• Current up to date and relevant clinical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational and management skills
• Able to act as a leader, effectively managing staff in the department
• Accountable for own professional actions
• Ability to network and build relationships at all levels act as a change agent
• Computer literacy eg experience of electronic patient record

Other

Essential

• Frequent sitting or standing in a restricted position; occasional moderate effort for several short period.
• Walks, stands most of shift; occasionally moves, occasional manoeuvres patients.
• Frequent concentration, work pattern unpredictable Concentration for patient clinical work
• Dealing with frequent interruptions and competing demands
• Occasional highly distressing or emotional circumstances. Deals with patient complaints, conveys unwelcome news, management of complaints/concerns arising from incidents, communicating to patients and relatives
• Working in ward environment providing direct clinical care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Hospital

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for People Management.

To take responsibility for all aspects of service delivery, including providing leadership to Physiotherapy colleagues, providing cover for staff who are absent and deputising in the team leads absence.

To co-ordinate the day-to-day activities of Physiotherapy and admin staff where applicable.

To regularly supervise and line manage both workload and caseload of Physiotherapist/support staff, undertaking and recording line management meetings and appraisals, supporting the attainment of competencies, knowledge and achieving objectives set out in their personal development plan.

To support Physiotherapy/support staff and other Livewell SW health and social care professionals, to develop their knowledge, experience, providing advice, guidance, and signposting where appropriate.

To plan, organise and lead when delegated, both formal and informal treatments and health education groups for both service users and formal/informal carers.

To educate service users and both formal/informal carers regarding the impact of cognitive, perceptual, and physical deficits that affect patient safety and independence in the hospital and home, leisure, and workplace.

Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources.

To assess, prescribe and authorise both general and specialist aids and adaptive equipment in line with the organisations and the Community Equipment Services policy and procedures.

If appropriate following specialist training or working with colleagues who have undergone specialist training, recognise when there is a need to assess for splinting and positioning to prevent, treat and manage deformity and improve function for the upper limb, fabricating splints which may be complex in nature.

To utilise Livewell SW resources responsibly, following policy and guidance around the security, useability, decontamination, and maintenance of assessment equipment utilised in the clinical setting.

To take responsibility for ensuring solutions are at all times cost effective and to work within financial delegated limits.

To have a working knowledge of statutory and non-statutory funding and the legislation/guidance that underpins these funding streams, ensuring service users meet the eligibility criteria when advocating for/ utilising services on the service users behalf (e.g. Care Act eligibility, Housing legislation etc)

Responsibility for administration.

To maintain high professional standards and conduct at all times, complying with the standards of practice in line with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and all of HCPC standards and regulations.

To follow Livewell uniform policy at all times, and to present in a professional manner.

To comply with the Lone Working Policy and procedures, utilising safety devices and/or apps, and always informing the department of your whereabouts during work hours.

To work as an autonomous practitioner, independently organising, planning, and diarising a designated caseload to meet service priorities, readjusting plans as situations change and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.

To manage a caseload of service users with complex needs, applying logical professional rationale that is based upon evidence based / person-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.

To ensure use of risk assessment in all areas of your work are undertaken and comply with Livewell SW Health and Safety policies and Lone Working Policy.

To maintain up to date, accurate and complete records of all activity and clinical input (all formats of service user contacts, MDT care plans, assessments, reports, Caseload Management Tool), ensuring confidentiality at all times, complying with Livewell SW Health & Corporate Records policy and HCPC requirements for thorough and sufficient records.

To utilise and complete applicable outcome measures in your service and offer service user feedback mechanisms when facilitating the discharge of service users from Livewell SW services.

To actively engage in caseload supervision with line manager, taking responsibility for ensuring own personal and professional development and statutory training demonstrating the ability to apply increasingly complex skills / knowledge as defined by identified competencies.

To report accidents, incidents, complaints, or faulty equipment in line with Livewell SW policy and procedures.

Responsibility for people who use our services.

To act in a service users best interest at all times, factoring in their known views, beliefs, values, and instructions expressed, when undertaking care or an intervention where the service user lacks capacity to give expressed consent.

To actively participate in the complex MDT functions and the support individuals with decision making around the application of the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and adhering to the principles of Best Interest legislation.

To demonstrate a high level of understanding of conditions relevant to the diagnostic area and those patients presenting with multi pathology.

Where necessary, to carry out baseline medical observations e.g. temperature, respirations and blood pressure checks to record and share this information with other health and social care professionals, to aid them with medical diagnoses and identification of most appropriate treatment pathway.

To have a working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 including the well-being principle, prevention, and the eligibility criteria.

To be competent to identify the need for an enabling package of support and set goals to promote independence.

To maintain competence in the use of complex manual handling techniques and equipment including the prescription of manual handling equipment for use in the community setting, demonstrating the use to carers as necessary including in urgent and crisis situations and to provide a manual handling safe system of work (manual handling plan). Employing single handed care techniques as appropriate.

To respect the individual values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to those needs.

To provide education and advice to service users, carers and/or family members regarding the impact of cognitive, perceptual, and physical deficits on patient safety and independence in the home, leisure, and workplace.

Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments

To jointly manage referrals/admissions/waiting lists to ensure appropriate screening and prioritisation are utilised in accordance with service eligibility criteria and standards.

To participate in Triage/MDT discussions and/or coordination of new referrals/transfer of service users to Livewell SW services.

Communication and relationships

To be proficient in written and spoken English, e.g. face-to-face, email, telephone, letter, presentation.

To establish, liaise with and ensure good communication networks with statutory and voluntary bodies, this will include liaising with health and social care professionals regarding the transfer or discharge of service users from other hospital/communitybased settings.

To work in a patient centred way, using a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods with people who may have difficulty in understanding or communicating.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL POSTS

As part of your role there will be occasional requirement to draw upon appropriate shared skills to support holistic assessments.

The shared skills you are requested to complete for your role/team are detailed in the LSW shared skills matrix. Some of the shared skills (as listed below) may already be a core part of your role:

Clinical Observations

- Take a set of clinical observations and escalate findings appropriately.

Purpose T pressure Screening

-Be able to complete a pressure screening tool and escalate findings appropriately.

Cognition Screening

-Be able to complete a basic cognitive screen and refer on to the appropriate service where required.

Falls Prevention

- Understand what health and social care professionals can advise on to reduce falls risk.

Frailty Level 1

- Understand what frailty is and how it can affect service users.

Safeguarding Children and Adults

All employees have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults and are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards their health and wellbeing. Familiarisation with and adherence to national and local safeguarding adults and children policies is an essential requirement upon all employees. Staff are also required to participate in related mandatory/statutory training.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of a broad range of rehabilitation, neurological and medical conditions relevant to post.
• Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team
• Experience of supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistants/technical instructors/support workers
• Competent IT skills
• Presentation skills
• Ability to contribute to
• weekend/evening working
• rosters (if applicable to post)
• Ability to maintain effective judgement and reasoning skills under pressure
• Knowledge of wide range of legislation relevant to clinical area e.g NSFs, clinical guidelines, Care Act

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of complex
• legislation surrounding health and social care provision
• Project or people management experience
• Experience of teaching and presenting

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field Recognised qualification in written and spoken English if this is not first language
• Can demonstrate substantial relevant experience within the NHS, including experience as a Physiotherapist in a post providing a range of experience e.g. orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological and musculo-skeletal conditions
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.

Desirable

• Post graduate training in subjects relevant to role
• Masters degree
• ECDL or equivalent
• Membership of relevant Special Interest Group
• Clinical educator qualification and experience

Experience

Essential

• Post-graduate clinical experience working in the profession
• Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services including experience of quality issues and
• participation in service development, research and audit
• Supervisory and appraisal experience
• Experience of group work

Desirable

• Experience of waiting list management
• Experience of working with staff from other agencies
• Experience of audit projects

Specific Skills

Essential

• Skills in clinical assessment, intervention and evaluation
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients, colleagues and other partners
• Able to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team and as part of a wider multidisciplinary service
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to use initiative and work independently
• Negotiation skills
• Service development and quality improvement skills
• Good time management
• Good organizational skills
• Evidence of good multidisciplinary working
• Leadership and management
• skills
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise performance
• Ability to organize and respond efficiently to complex information
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Service development and quality improvement skills
• Experience of applying research to practice
• Specialist skills relevant to area of work e.g. wheelchair accreditation, splinting, motivational interviewing, OTAGO (list not exhaustive and can be measured via application and interview)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

Livewell Southwest

Plympton Clinic

Station Road

Plympton

Devon

PL7 2AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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