Job summary

The post holder will work as an advanced-level healthcare science practitioner within the field of Echocardiography, independently and accurately performing and interpreting complex cardiac ultrasound scans, for elective, urgent, and emergency patients ensuring the delivery of high-quality care.

The post holder will lead on service improvement, contribute to research and development, and provide specialist training and supervision to junior colleagues. This role requires a high degree of autonomy, clinical expertise, and decision-making responsibilities to ensure the highest standards of patient care

Main duties of the job

Independently perform and report echocardiograms to BSE standard

Plan and prioritise workload to support the effective delivery of echocardiographic services

Actively participate in service improvement and development projects

Provide advice training and support for trainees and junior members of the team

Help deliver and maintain services on a day to day basis supporting or in the absence of the clinical lead

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

To provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the Endoscopy Service, ensuring the efficient coordination of pre-assessment telephone clinic appointments and the timely processing of patient referrals. The post holder will manage referrals received through the NHS e-Referral Service (eRS), Direct to Test pathways, surveillance programmes, and rescope requests, ensuring accurate data entry and maintenance of patient records on hospital information systems and spreadsheets. The role also involves handling telephone enquiries professionally, supporting the wider Endoscopy team with general administrative duties, and contributing to the smooth and effective delivery of patient services.

Main duties of the job

Telephone patients to arrange pre-assessment clinic appointments before procedures.Handle telephone enquiries from patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.Ensure surveillance patients receive health questionnaires at least three months before their planned procedure.Add rescope and follow-up requests to the Endoscopy waiting listsProcess endoscopy referrals through NHS e-Referral Service (eRS)

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 to £25,272 a year Pro Rata x 2 positions

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-5532

Job locations

County Hall

The Crescent

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 4DY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education, up to GCSE or O level standard in literacy and numeracy

Desirable

• Business and Administration NVQ Level 2 or similar
• Computer/Word processing qualification or ECDL

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working with the public in a customer care situation
• Previous office experience

Desirable

• Previous Health Sector experience or similar

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
• Ability to juggle tasks and work with constant interruptions
• Presentable and confident
• Flexible/adaptable approach to working
• Attention to detail

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of education, up to GCSE or O level standard in literacy and numeracy Desirable Business and Administration NVQ Level 2 or similar Computer/Word processing qualification or ECDL Experience Essential Previous experience of working with the public in a customer care situation Previous office experience Desirable Previous Health Sector experience or similar Additional Criteria Essential Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients Ability to juggle tasks and work with constant interruptions Presentable and confident Flexible/adaptable approach to working Attention to detail

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

County Hall

The Crescent

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 4DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

County Hall

The Crescent

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 4DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Working as part of the Somerset Faster Diagnosis team, the post holder will play a key role in ensuring the timely and effective management of patients referred on a suspected cancer pathway and those accessing services through the team's self referral pathway's. The role will support patients throughout their diagnostic journey and helping to deliver high quality, patient centred care.

The role will contribute ensuring patients receive a diagnosis or have cancer excluded within the 28 day faster Diagnosis standard.

You will require good communication skills, a team work approach and be able to provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of your team.

Informal visits and chats are always welcome. Contact us today to discuss the position in more details or organise for you to come and visit.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will undertake initial patient assessment and triage in line with agreed protocols and standard operating procedures and escalating concerns & complex cases to senior members of the team as appropriate. This may include telephone consultations, reviewing referrals, arranging investigations within agreed pathways, and ensuring timely progression through the diagnostic process. The post holder will provide information and support to patients and carers, acting as a key point of contact during the diagnostic pathway. They will work closely with primary and secondary care services, cancer teams, admirative staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure pathways are coordinated and patients receive a high quality experience.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has a risen at our practice for an Experienced Practice Nurse. We are seeking a full-time employee; however, we are open to discussing part-time (30+ hours) or compressed hours for the right candidate.

You will benefit from the support of an experienced Lead Practice Nurse and supportive Management Team.

Please note interviews will be held on the morning of Tuesday 27th October

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidates will have recent experience within a Primary Care setting, be adaptable, highly motivated and relish a challenge. You will be part of a dynamic and innovative team who value teamwork, professional practice, mutual support and a friendly working environment.

Working with the Lead Practice Nurse, you will be a member of the practice multidisciplinary team, ensuring that nursing services are delivered effectively to our patient population.

The post holder will be responsible for several clinical areas including chronic disease management, as well as supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.

About us

Honiton Surgery has a highly committed and friendly team of GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals, Clinical Pharmacists, a multiskilled Practice Nursing Team and Clinical Research Team. We have a strong and supportive Management and Administrative Teams.

We have a reputation for proving excellent care to our 18,000 patients and are rated Good by the CQC.

We are the lead practice for our PCN, working collaboratively with two other practices, Sid Valley Practice and Coleridge Medical Centre. We have developed a wider range of PCN teams and roles, including, Mental Health and Wellbeing Team, First Contact Physiotherapists, Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians. Through the PCN we are also developing a Practice Nursing Network, led by our Lead PCN Nurse.

Job summary

Job Summary: The Patient Services Coordinator provides a combined front-of-house and administrative service to the Practice, acting as the first point of contact for patients and visitors while also managing the clinical and administrative correspondence, referrals and processes that support patient care. The postholder will work flexibly across reception and administrative functions as directed by the Patient Services Manager, Practice Manager/Deputy Practice Manager, according to current workload and staffing levels.

Main duties of the job

The Patient Services Coordinator is the first point of contact for patients and visitors, supporting reception and the practices administrative work. Main duties include managing appointments,Triage, registrations and records; handling calls, emails, post and digital inboxes; reviewing and routing tasks;Coding, processing referrals and prescriptions; and preparing specialist, safeguarding and chargeable-work paperwork. The role also involves keeping records accurate and confidential, supporting colleagues, maintaining a safe reception environment and completing relevant training.

About us

St Johns Way Medical Centre is a well-established NHS GP practice located in Archway, serving a diverse local population of 12,000 with a strong focus on accessible, high-quality primary care. The practice provides comprehensive medical services including diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, preventative care, family planning, maternity services, and a range of diagnostic and screening services.

From its establishment, the practice has aimed to deliver patient-centred care that is responsive, safe, and effective. St Johns Way Medical Centre aims to provide high-quality, accessible, and compassionate primary care to its diverse community, with a strong focus on safety, effectiveness, and patient-centred care. The practice is committed to delivering timely access through a responsive triage system, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing through a multidisciplinary team, and working collaboratively within its Primary Care Network to improve population health and reduce inequalities. It also promotes prevention, early intervention, and digital access where appropriate, while continuously improving services through patient feedback, clinical governance, and a culture of learning.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0970-26-0004

Job locations

96 St. John's Way

London

N19 3RN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Patient Services Coordinator provides a combined front-of-house and administrative service to the Practice, acting as the first point of contact for patients and visitors while also managing the clinical and administrative correspondence, referrals and processes that support patient care. The postholder will work flexibly across reception and administrative functions as directed by the Patient Services Manager,Practice Manager/Deputy Practice Manager, according to current workload and staffing levels.

1. Patient-Facing & Front of House Duties

• Open up and lock up Practice premises, maintaining security in accordance with Practice protocols, including setting and disarming alarms.
• Welcome, receive and direct patients and visitors promptly and courteously, ensuring accurate information is given.
• Manage the front desk and answer incoming calls, maintaining an appropriate telephone manner and working knowledge of the telephone system (in and out of hours).
• Deal with patient queries in person, by telephone and through digital channels, treating all patients and visitors with respect, tolerance and sensitivity in line with Practice philosophy.
• Receive deliveries and visitors to the Practice.
• Deal with spillages and samples as required.
• Handle blood test forms and relay ICE results to patients in line with Practice protocol.
• Take and process patient payments.
• Take messages and pass on information accurately and promptly.
• Clear and re-stock consulting rooms as required; keep reception, consulting rooms, notice-boards and office tidy and free from hazards.
• Distribute post in pigeonholes.

2. Appointments, Registrations & Records

• Maintain and monitor the Practice appointments system, processing personal, telephone and online requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations, directing patients to the appropriate healthcare professional.
• Register new patients and process patient deductions in accordance with Practice guidelines.
• Scan, file and manage incoming and outgoing records (including via Docman & Anima), ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Carry out computer data entry, coding, allocation and collation in accordance with Practice procedure.
• Receive, process and action repeat prescription requests accordance with Practice guidelines.

3. Communications, Correspondence & Digital Inbox Management

• Open, process and distribute incoming post and email; frank and send outgoing mail.
• Check and action the Accurx inbox daily, including personal and Teams Accurx mail inboxes.
• Check ERS daily and action anything necessary.
• Monitor clinical and patient emails, dealing with or routing queries appropriately.
• Initiate and respond to contact from patients, colleagues and associated healthcare agencies/providers.

4. Triage & Task Management

• Review all incoming tasks before adding to the triage list, using administrative knowledge, experience and initiative to determine whether a matter can be resolved by administration without clinician involvement.
• Review non-urgent tasks regularly to ensure nothing requires re-prioritising as urgent.
• Take appropriate action on tasks and gather all relevant information before forwarding to a clinician
• Seek advice from the Line Manager where unsure how to handle a task before referring it to a clinician.
• Deal with delegated tasks efficiently according to set guidelines, reporting on progress and any problems.

5. Referrals & Electronic Referral Service (ERS)

• Check and code all NHS 111 documents daily.
• Complete ERS referrals and Advice & Guidance requests daily; forward Advice & Guidance replies to the GP via EMIS task and copy into EMIS.
• Check ERS daily for rejected and cancelled referrals and take appropriate action (task to GP/Urgent GP).
• Check DNAs and task the GP appropriately, paying particular attention to cancer pathway correspondence and vulnerable patients who DNA.

6. Specialist Administrative Processes

• Complete Subject Access Requests (SARs) via iGPR where trained and delegated to do so.
• Process insurance reports (paper and iGPR), PIP applications and Universal Credit forms where trained and delegated to do so, ensuring applications are properly prepared before forwarding to the GP.
• Add death notifications to the relevant list and circulate as required.
• Complete Child in Need and Child Protection reports, ensuring the GP has all relevant and accurate family information before the report is sent.
• Ensure all Coroner requests for information or reports are actioned on the day received wherever possible.
• Log incoming paper reports

Ensure Safety Netting information is updated weekly.

7. Non-NHS / Chargeable Work

• Check all non-NHS work for completeness and accuracy before forwarding to the GP.
• Record all chargeable non-NHS work on the Non-NHS Tracker (Teams), including the name of the responsible GP.
• Be aware of income-generating activities and ensure Practice policies are followed to support this.

8. General Administrative & Clerical Support

• Provide clerical assistance to Practice staff as required, including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning.
• Order, re-order and monitor stationery and other supplies.
• Liaise with the IT/Clinical System Supplier helpdesk to report and resolve technical problems.
• Ensure administrative tasks are appropriately prepared, providing the GP with all relevant information needed to complete their part of the work.

9. Teamwork, Flexibility & Development

• Work flexibly according to the needs of the Practice and provide cover for absent colleagues.
• Liaise with colleagues to share inbox and correspondence duties across the team, ensuring continuity of service.
• Undertake mandatory and additional training as identified by the Practice.
• Undertake any other duties, appropriate to the grade, as required by the Patient Services Manager/ Practice Manager/Deputy Practice Manager.

10. Information Governance and Confidentiality

The post holder must:

• Maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times.
• Comply with GDPR, Data Protection legislation and NHS Information Governance requirements.
• Access patient information only where there is a legitimate reason to do so.
• Ensure information is recorded, stored and transmitted securely.
• Follow practice policies relating to confidentiality, information security and data breaches.
• Report any actual or suspected information governance incident immediately to the appropriate manager.

11. Safeguarding

The post holder will:

• Understand their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding children and adults.
• Follow practice safeguarding procedures.
• Recognise and appropriately escalate safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records.
• Complete relevant safeguarding administrative processes within required timescales.
• Attend safeguarding training appropriate to the role.

12. Health, Safety and Security

The post holder will:

• Comply with practice Health and Safety policies.
• Report hazards, accidents, incidents and security concerns promptly.
• Follow procedures relating to infection prevention and control.
• Maintain a safe and professional reception environment.
• Follow lone-working, fire safety and emergency procedures where applicable.
• Support the safety of patients, staff and visitors within the practice.

13. Teamwork and Professional Responsibilities

The Patient Services Coordinator will:

• Work collaboratively within their team, clinical and management teams.
• Support colleagues during periods of high workload.
• Communicate effectively with clinicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in practice meetings and training where required.
• Share relevant information with colleagues appropriately.
• Contribute to service improvement and the development of efficient administrative processes.
• Take responsibility for maintaining their own knowledge and skills.
• Undertake additional reasonable duties appropriate to the role as requested by the Line Manager.

14. Accuracy, Quality and Continuous Improvement

The post holder will:

• Maintain a high level of accuracy when entering, processing and communicating patient information.
• Complete work within agreed timescales.
• Identify administrative errors and take appropriate corrective action.
• Report recurring problems and suggest improvements to processes.
• Contribute to audits, reviews and quality improvement activities where required.
• Follow practice policies, procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure that work is appropriately completed before being passed to another member of staff wherever possible.

15. Training and Development

The post holder will:

• Complete all mandatory practice training.
• Maintain competency in relevant clinical and administrative systems.
• Undertake training required for the Patient Services Coordinator role.
• Participate in regular supervision, appraisal and performance reviews.
• Keep up to date with changes to practice procedures, NHS requirements and relevant administrative processes.
• Take responsibility for identifying areas where further training or support is required.

16. General Duties

The post holder will:

• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct.
• Work flexibly according to the needs of the practice.
• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the level and purpose of the role.
• Support the practice during periods of increased demand or staff absence.
• Maintain a positive approach to change and service development.
• Promote the practice vision through every interaction with patients, colleagues and external organisations.

Job description Job responsibilities The Patient Services Coordinator provides a combined front-of-house and administrative service to the Practice, acting as the first point of contact for patients and visitors while also managing the clinical and administrative correspondence, referrals and processes that support patient care. The postholder will work flexibly across reception and administrative functions as directed by the Patient Services Manager,Practice Manager/Deputy Practice Manager, according to current workload and staffing levels.1. Patient-Facing & Front of House Duties Open up and lock up Practice premises, maintaining security in accordance with Practice protocols, including setting and disarming alarms. Welcome, receive and direct patients and visitors promptly and courteously, ensuring accurate information is given. Manage the front desk and answer incoming calls, maintaining an appropriate telephone manner and working knowledge of the telephone system (in and out of hours). Deal with patient queries in person, by telephone and through digital channels, treating all patients and visitors with respect, tolerance and sensitivity in line with Practice philosophy. Receive deliveries and visitors to the Practice. Deal with spillages and samples as required. Handle blood test forms and relay ICE results to patients in line with Practice protocol. Take and process patient payments. Take messages and pass on information accurately and promptly. Clear and re-stock consulting rooms as required; keep reception, consulting rooms, notice-boards and office tidy and free from hazards. Distribute post in pigeonholes. 2. Appointments, Registrations & Records Maintain and monitor the Practice appointments system, processing personal, telephone and online requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations, directing patients to the appropriate healthcare professional. Register new patients and process patient deductions in accordance with Practice guidelines. Scan, file and manage incoming and outgoing records (including via Docman & Anima), ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Carry out computer data entry, coding, allocation and collation in accordance with Practice procedure. Receive, process and action repeat prescription requests accordance with Practice guidelines. 3. Communications, Correspondence & Digital Inbox Management Open, process and distribute incoming post and email; frank and send outgoing mail. Check and action the Accurx inbox daily, including personal and Teams Accurx mail inboxes. Check ERS daily and action anything necessary. Monitor clinical and patient emails, dealing with or routing queries appropriately. Initiate and respond to contact from patients, colleagues and associated healthcare agencies/providers. 4. Triage & Task Management Review all incoming tasks before adding to the triage list, using administrative knowledge, experience and initiative to determine whether a matter can be resolved by administration without clinician involvement. Review non-urgent tasks regularly to ensure nothing requires re-prioritising as urgent. Take appropriate action on tasks and gather all relevant information before forwarding to a clinician Seek advice from the Line Manager where unsure how to handle a task before referring it to a clinician. Deal with delegated tasks efficiently according to set guidelines, reporting on progress and any problems. 5. Referrals & Electronic Referral Service (ERS) Check and code all NHS 111 documents daily. Complete ERS referrals and Advice & Guidance requests daily; forward Advice & Guidance replies to the GP via EMIS task and copy into EMIS. Check ERS daily for rejected and cancelled referrals and take appropriate action (task to GP/Urgent GP). Check DNAs and task the GP appropriately, paying particular attention to cancer pathway correspondence and vulnerable patients who DNA. 6. Specialist Administrative Processes Complete Subject Access Requests (SARs) via iGPR where trained and delegated to do so. Process insurance reports (paper and iGPR), PIP applications and Universal Credit forms where trained and delegated to do so, ensuring applications are properly prepared before forwarding to the GP. Add death notifications to the relevant list and circulate as required. Complete Child in Need and Child Protection reports, ensuring the GP has all relevant and accurate family information before the report is sent. Ensure all Coroner requests for information or reports are actioned on the day received wherever possible. Log incoming paper reports Ensure Safety Netting information is updated weekly.7. Non-NHS / Chargeable Work Check all non-NHS work for completeness and accuracy before forwarding to the GP. Record all chargeable non-NHS work on the Non-NHS Tracker (Teams), including the name of the responsible GP. Be aware of income-generating activities and ensure Practice policies are followed to support this. 8. General Administrative & Clerical Support Provide clerical assistance to Practice staff as required, including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning. Order, re-order and monitor stationery and other supplies. Liaise with the IT/Clinical System Supplier helpdesk to report and resolve technical problems. Ensure administrative tasks are appropriately prepared, providing the GP with all relevant information needed to complete their part of the work. 9. Teamwork, Flexibility & Development Work flexibly according to the needs of the Practice and provide cover for absent colleagues. Liaise with colleagues to share inbox and correspondence duties across the team, ensuring continuity of service. Undertake mandatory and additional training as identified by the Practice. Undertake any other duties, appropriate to the grade, as required by the Patient Services Manager/ Practice Manager/Deputy Practice Manager. 10. Information Governance and ConfidentialityThe post holder must: Maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times. Comply with GDPR, Data Protection legislation and NHS Information Governance requirements. Access patient information only where there is a legitimate reason to do so. Ensure information is recorded, stored and transmitted securely. Follow practice policies relating to confidentiality, information security and data breaches. Report any actual or suspected information governance incident immediately to the appropriate manager. 11. SafeguardingThe post holder will: Understand their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding children and adults. Follow practice safeguarding procedures. Recognise and appropriately escalate safeguarding concerns. Maintain accurate and confidential records. Complete relevant safeguarding administrative processes within required timescales. Attend safeguarding training appropriate to the role. 12. Health, Safety and SecurityThe post holder will: Comply with practice Health and Safety policies. Report hazards, accidents, incidents and security concerns promptly. Follow procedures relating to infection prevention and control. Maintain a safe and professional reception environment. Follow lone-working, fire safety and emergency procedures where applicable. Support the safety of patients, staff and visitors within the practice. 13. Teamwork and Professional ResponsibilitiesThe Patient Services Coordinator will: Work collaboratively within their team, clinical and management teams. Support colleagues during periods of high workload. Communicate effectively with clinicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Participate in practice meetings and training where required. Share relevant information with colleagues appropriately. Contribute to service improvement and the development of efficient administrative processes. Take responsibility for maintaining their own knowledge and skills. Undertake additional reasonable duties appropriate to the role as requested by the Line Manager. 14. Accuracy, Quality and Continuous ImprovementThe post holder will: Maintain a high level of accuracy when entering, processing and communicating patient information. Complete work within agreed timescales. Identify administrative errors and take appropriate corrective action. Report recurring problems and suggest improvements to processes. Contribute to audits, reviews and quality improvement activities where required. Follow practice policies, procedures and standard operating procedures. Ensure that work is appropriately completed before being passed to another member of staff wherever possible. 15. Training and DevelopmentThe post holder will: Complete all mandatory practice training. Maintain competency in relevant clinical and administrative systems. Undertake training required for the Patient Services Coordinator role. Participate in regular supervision, appraisal and performance reviews. Keep up to date with changes to practice procedures, NHS requirements and relevant administrative processes. Take responsibility for identifying areas where further training or support is required. 16. General DutiesThe post holder will: Maintain a professional appearance and conduct. Work flexibly according to the needs of the practice. Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the level and purpose of the role. Support the practice during periods of increased demand or staff absence. Maintain a positive approach to change and service development. Promote the practice vision through every interaction with patients, colleagues and external organisations.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

• GP Practice Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths Experience Essential GP Practice Experience Desirable Experience of working in primary care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

St John’s Way Medical Centre

Address

96 St. John's Way

London

N19 3RN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

St John’s Way Medical Centre

Address

96 St. John's Way

London

N19 3RN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 Dietitian to join our well-established and highly respected renal dietetic team at Barts Health NHS Trust. This is an excellent opportunity for a dietitian with a strong interest in renal dietetics and good acute dietetic skills to further develop their career within one of the largest renal units in Europe.

As a Band 6 Renal Dietitian, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality dietetic care across a variety of settings, including: inpatient service; haemodialysis patients (both in-centre and satellite units); pre-dialysis outpatient clinics

The role is primarily based at the Royal London Hospital, with up to one day per week at dialysis satellite units in East London. East London has a diverse and multicultural community and pockets of deprivation.

You will join a dynamic and forward-thinking renal dietetic team comprising nine dietitians and one assistant dietetic practitioner. The team is actively involved in audit, research, and service development.

We are hopefully to secure more funding for this role in the future and would welcome applicants who have the flexibility to increase their hours in the future if this was the case

Main duties of the job

To provide a specialist clinical dietetic service at Band 6 level to patients cared for by the Bart's Health Renal Services. This will include renal wards at the Royal London Hospital; renal outpatient and dialysis patients at Newham University Hospital, Hornchurch Dialysis Unit, Whipps Cross Hospital, King George's Hospital or other Satellite units which may be opened in the future. The main base will be at The Royal London Hospital but there is a requirement to visit your designated satellite unit to provide dietetic services.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job summary

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Nurse Associate to join our Primary Care team within a GP practice environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, supporting the management of long-term conditions, delivering preventative healthcare and carrying out a range of clinical interventions. You will work closely with GPs, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and other health and social care professionals, helping to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. The role offers excellent support and supervision, with a strong commitment to ongoing professional development and progression, including support for Nursing Associates who aspire to become Registered General Nurses (RGNs).

Main duties of the job

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver a range of clinical interventions including health checks, chronic disease monitoring, venepuncture, ECGs, immunisations, wound care and patient assessments to support high-quality patient care.

• Promote health and wellbeing by supporting patients to manage long-term conditions, encouraging participation in screening programmes and providing advice to improve health outcomes.

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, maintaining accurate clinical records, supporting care planning, contributing to service improvements and ensuring safe, effective and compassionate care.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Registered Nurse Associate on the NMC register with a Nursing Associate Foundation Degree qualification.

• Ability to deliver safe clinical care, including patient assessments, long-term condition monitoring and health promotion activities within scope of practice.

• Excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills, with the ability to use clinical systems, prioritise workload and maintain accurate patient records.

About us

PICS is the employer for this role. We collaborate with patients and partners to design and deliver clinically robust health and social care solution through Community Services, Out of Hospital Services, GP Practices, and Primary Care Networks. Find out more about us: http://picsnhs.org.uk/.

Benefits of working for PICS

We offer a comprehensive package which includes:

• NHS Pension 2015 Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Alternative government-based scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Competitive leave entitlement that includes maternity, paternity and adoption leave, study leave allowance, and sickness provisions
• Access to education and training opportunities, depending on your role (CPPE Pharmacy, NHS England Roadmap for First Contact Practitioners, apprenticeship schemes, support professional development)
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team with support from a wide variety of professionals
• A flexible approach to a work-life balance
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Access to Blue Light Card scheme
• All staff events and conferences
• Staff engagement (Wellbeing Group, EDI Network, Staff Focus group)
• Free parking across many sites
• Personalised induction into the company and job role

Job summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Healthcare Support Worker to join our Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team in Portsmouth. This role is vital in supporting individuals experiencing acute mental health crises, enabling them to remain safely in their own homes as an alternative to hospital admission.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality, recovery focused support, undertake comprehensive assessments, delivering planned interventions and contributing to crisis and risk management plans. You will take a senior role in supporting and guiding any junior or new staff, promoting best practice, and ensuring care is delivered in line with local and national standards.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in mental health support work, strong communication and decision making skills, and the ability to work effectively in fast paced, high pressure environments. You will be confident working autonomously, responding to changing clinical needs, and building therapeutic relationships with service users, carers, and partner agencies.

Based at The Orchards, St James' Hospital, the team work across Portsmouth city, therefore there is a requirement for the post holder to have a full UK driving licence and have access to a suitable vehicle, in order to undertake home visits and respond to urgent situations in a timely manner.

The Trust is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Main duties of the job

To work as a member of the team providing home treatment to patients in the acute phase of a mental illness and crisis.

To be available to work shifts covering a 24-hour seven day a week service.

To assist in the delivery of high standards of care to individual clients under the direction of a qualified nurse, occupational therapist or social worker.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised & proactive Deputy Practice Manager to join our friendly team on a maternity cover basis, commencing in early November 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced primary care administrator or deputy manager to take on a key operational role within a well-established & progressive GP practice.

Working closely alongside the Practice Manager, you will play an integral role in the day-to-day management of our busy 4-partner, 4-salaried GP practice, supported by a full multidisciplinary clinical team. This is a hands-on position requiring extensive knowledge of GP clinical systems, practice processes and the NHS e-Referral Service (e-RS). The successful candidate will be confident managing operational demands, overseeing administrative workflows, resolving day-to-day issues & ensuring the smooth & efficient running of practice services. You will be committed to maintaining high standards of patient care & service delivery while supporting the continued development of the practice.

The ideal candidate will have strong organisational & communication skills, experience working within general practice, and a thorough understanding of primary care systems & processes. The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively & adapt to the changing demands of a busy GP environment is essential.

The role is 30 hours per week, split across 4 days of 7.5 hour shifts. You will be required to work Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

Main duties of the job

• Act as primary point of contact for staff queries regarding practice policies, procedures, systems, & day-to-day operations
• Provide guidance & support to clinical & administrative teams to ensure efficient service
• Support the Practice Manager in implementing practice policies, procedures, & service improvements
• Provide management cover & operational support in the absence of the Practice Manager
• Coordinate onboarding & offboarding processes for all staff, including system access, Smartcards, telephony, & relevant NHS platforms
• Coordinate Medical Student rotas & placements
• Assist with workforce planning & rota management across clinical teams
• Monitor mandatory training & e-learning compliance & follow up with staff where required
• Liaise with IT providers & internal teams regarding system access, functionality, & troubleshooting
• Support telephony systems, including X-on configuration, messaging updates, & issue resolution
• Ensure effective use of practice systems & support staff with technical queries
• Act as the Practice Privacy Officer, supporting compliance with data protection legislation & information governance requirements
• Coordinate housebound vaccination services & associated patient lists
• Support the delivery & administration of practice research projects
• Maintain & update practice website content to ensure information remains accurate.
• Record meeting minutes & ensure actions are appropriately documented & followed up

About us

We are a large training practice, serving a patient population of 13,000. We pride ourselves on the level of care we provide to our patients and staff.We use SystmOne clinical system, have a history of very good QOF achievement and CQC rating of Good across all domains.

We can offer the following benefits:

• Supportive and friendly environment
• Flexible working hours within the constraints of surgery opening hours and cover required
• Peer support
• 25 days holiday (pro rata)
• NHS pension
• Free on-site parking

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A5795-26-0000

Job locations

Tile House Surgery

33 Shenfield Road

Brentwood

Essex

CM15 8AQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Deputy Practice Manager. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.

Staff Support and Operational Management

• Act as a primary point of contact for staff queries regarding practice policies, procedures, systems, and day-to-day operations.
• Provide guidance and support to clinical and administrative teams to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Assist with admin recruitment, training, and ongoing development.
• Support the Practice Manager in implementing practice policies, procedures, and service improvements.
• Undertake a variety of ad hoc administrative and operational tasks to support practice management objectives.
• Provide management cover and operational support in the absence of the Practice Manager.
• Monitor the effectiveness of systems supporting referrals, correspondence and clinical administration.
• Ensure registration procedures and patient information processes are maintained.

Workforce and Personnel Administration

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes for all staff, including system access, Smartcards, telephony, and relevant NHS platforms.
• Manage annual leave approvals for designated staff groups.
• Monitor mandatory training and e-learning compliance and follow up with staff where required.
• Coordinate Medical Student rotas and placements.
• Assist with workforce planning and rota management across clinical teams.
• Medical Secretary knowledge of eRS system and local referral pathways.

Information Technology and Systems Management

• Manage and coordinate staff access to clinical and administrative systems.
• Liaise with IT providers and internal teams regarding system access, functionality, and troubleshooting.
• Support telephony systems, including X-on configuration, messaging updates, and issue resolution.
• Maintain communication systems and oversee administration of Comms-Annex presets and messaging functions.
• Ensure effective use of practice systems and support staff with technical queries.
• Have good knowledge of the practice computer clinical system (SystmOne) and undertake training of staff as required
• Use the reporting system within SystmOne and carry out audits and other tasks as required.

Information Governance and Compliance

• Act as the Practice Privacy Officer, supporting compliance with data protection legislation and information governance requirements.
• Ensure records and documentation are maintained in accordance with NHS and practice requirements.
• Support compliance with CQC standards, NHS contractual requirements, and relevant legislation.
• Promote safe working practices and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Clinical Service and Appointment Management

• Manage and amend nursing appointment rotas to maximise capacity and service availability.
• Create, amend, and monitor appointment slot types according to service demand.
• Coordinate housebound vaccination services and associated patient lists.
• Assist in managing seasonal vaccination programmes, including flu and COVID-19 campaigns.

Research

• Support the delivery and administration of practice research projects.
• Arranging research study clinics
• Dealing with all enquiries from the study teams or patients
• Scheduling rotas and appointments.
• Assist in identifying eligible patient cohorts and coordinating research activities.

Communications and Patient Information

• Maintain and update practice website content to ensure information remains accurate and accessible.
• Support internal and external communications on behalf of the practice.
• Record meeting minutes and ensure actions are appropriately documented and followed up.

Information Technology and Systems

• Provide support and troubleshooting guidance for staff using clinical and administrative systems.
• Ensure staff are appropriately trained in practice software and procedures.
• Assist with the implementation of new systems and service developments.

General Duties

• Maintain confidentiality in line with GDPR, NHS guidelines, and practice policies.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous service improvement.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role and grade as required by the Practice Manager.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Deputy Practice Manager. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.Staff Support and Operational Management Act as a primary point of contact for staff queries regarding practice policies, procedures, systems, and day-to-day operations. Provide guidance and support to clinical and administrative teams to ensure efficient service delivery. Assist with admin recruitment, training, and ongoing development. Support the Practice Manager in implementing practice policies, procedures, and service improvements. Undertake a variety of ad hoc administrative and operational tasks to support practice management objectives. Provide management cover and operational support in the absence of the Practice Manager. Monitor the effectiveness of systems supporting referrals, correspondence and clinical administration. Ensure registration procedures and patient information processes are maintained. Workforce and Personnel AdministrationCoordinate onboarding and offboarding processes for all staff, including system access, Smartcards, telephony, and relevant NHS platforms. Manage annual leave approvals for designated staff groups. Monitor mandatory training and e-learning compliance and follow up with staff where required. Coordinate Medical Student rotas and placements. Assist with workforce planning and rota management across clinical teams. Medical Secretary knowledge of eRS system and local referral pathways. Information Technology and Systems Management Manage and coordinate staff access to clinical and administrative systems. Liaise with IT providers and internal teams regarding system access, functionality, and troubleshooting. Support telephony systems, including X-on configuration, messaging updates, and issue resolution. Maintain communication systems and oversee administration of Comms-Annex presets and messaging functions. Ensure effective use of practice systems and support staff with technical queries. Have good knowledge of the practice computer clinical system (SystmOne) and undertake training of staff as required Use the reporting system within SystmOne and carry out audits and other tasks as required. Information Governance and Compliance Act as the Practice Privacy Officer, supporting compliance with data protection legislation and information governance requirements. Ensure records and documentation are maintained in accordance with NHS and practice requirements. Support compliance with CQC standards, NHS contractual requirements, and relevant legislation. Promote safe working practices and adherence to health and safety regulations. Clinical Service and Appointment ManagementManage and amend nursing appointment rotas to maximise capacity and service availability. Create, amend, and monitor appointment slot types according to service demand. Coordinate housebound vaccination services and associated patient lists. Assist in managing seasonal vaccination programmes, including flu and COVID-19 campaigns. Research Support the delivery and administration of practice research projects. Arranging research study clinics Dealing with all enquiries from the study teams or patients Scheduling rotas and appointments. Assist in identifying eligible patient cohorts and coordinating research activities.Communications and Patient Information Maintain and update practice website content to ensure information remains accurate and accessible. Support internal and external communications on behalf of the practice. Record meeting minutes and ensure actions are appropriately documented and followed up. Information Technology and Systems Provide support and troubleshooting guidance for staff using clinical and administrative systems. Ensure staff are appropriately trained in practice software and procedures. Assist with the implementation of new systems and service developments. General Duties Maintain confidentiality in line with GDPR, NHS guidelines, and practice policies. Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous service improvement. Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role and grade as required by the Practice Manager. Demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• - Significant experience within an NHS GP Practice environment.
• - Experience supporting and advising multidisciplinary teams.
• - Knowledge of primary care operational processes.
• - Experience working with SystmOne, eRS referral system, ICE pathology system and clinical pathways.
• - Knowledge of vaccination programme delivery and NHS contractual requirements.
• - Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• - Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• - Strong problem-solving abilities.
• - Experience supporting and advising staff.
• - Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
• - IT systems administration and troubleshooting skills.
• - Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• - Competent in Microsoft Office and SystmOne clinical practice system.

Desirable

• - Experience of rota coordination.
• - Experience supporting research activity within primary care
• - Knowledge of CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements.

Person Specification Experience Essential - Significant experience within an NHS GP Practice environment. - Experience supporting and advising multidisciplinary teams. - Knowledge of primary care operational processes. - Experience working with SystmOne, eRS referral system, ICE pathology system and clinical pathways. - Knowledge of vaccination programme delivery and NHS contractual requirements. - Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills - Ability to manage confidential information appropriately. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Strong problem-solving abilities. - Experience supporting and advising staff. - Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure. - IT systems administration and troubleshooting skills. - Ability to work independently and use initiative. - Competent in Microsoft Office and SystmOne clinical practice system. Desirable - Experience of rota coordination. - Experience supporting research activity within primary care - Knowledge of CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements.

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

Tile House Surgery

Address

Tile House Surgery

33 Shenfield Road

Brentwood

Essex

CM15 8AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Tile House Surgery

Address

Tile House Surgery

33 Shenfield Road

Brentwood

Essex

CM15 8AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Healthcare Assistant will: Ensure the smooth running of clinics Assist in the care and comfort of patients Assist radiographers during examinations Ensure the clinical room is prepared prior to the start of clinical sessions Use the patient information systems (Soliton/PACS) To monitor and ensure sufficient stock levels are consistently maintained in a designated clinic. Ensure and maintain a patient centred and quality focused approach to all aspects of work Uphold Cora Health's professional standards policy Uphold data protection and patient confidentiality at all times

Main duties of the job

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant for our prison diagnostic services. Successful applicants will work across the South area so flexibility is required. You may be required to drive a company van and transport X-ray equipment to various prisons. To succeed you must have excellent communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach to delivering first class diagnostic services and patient care. The post holder will work closely with radiographers, supporting them with patients during their clinics. You may be required to stay overnight in a hotel. Expenses for this will be covered. Training is provided and further career development opportunities exist throughout the company.

About us

Connect Health and Healthshare have come together as one organisation - Cora Health - combining our decades of experience in providing healthcare services on behalf of the NHS. Cora Health is a private company.

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Practice Nurse, you will be responsible for the delivery of practice nursing services care to the practice population. Supported by the Lead Nurse and General Practitioners within the practice, you will deliver care within the boundaries of your scope of practice, focusing upon supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring and management of long-term conditions, health prevention, wound care and screening activities that may include cervical screening, baby immunisations and travel health. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.

The working pattern for this role is Thursdays and Fridays, with a 7:30am start on one of those days.

The rate of pay is dependent on the following competencies

• Including thorough understanding of QOF requirements / enhanced services / contribute to audits / governance structures / leaning from incidents / active participant in nursing and clinical meetings

• Undertake assessment and interventions (ear irrigation)

• Understanding of screening programmes, practice uptake and contribute to maximising uptake in practice population

• Cervical screening: Undertake procedure, follow practice protocol, interpret results, audit results

• Understand national schedules, administer from PGD or PSD as appropriate, ability to fully meet patients needs for information and guidance

For more information, please see supporting documents.

Main duties of the job

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work autonomously and efficiently

• Support GPs and ANPs to help improve efficiency in GP and ANP workload, allowing GPs to focus on more complex care.

• Protection and potential enhancement of QOF and enhanced service income

• Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programmes to promote health and well-being, and prevent adverse effects on health and well-being.

• Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition.

• Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology consultations.

• Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition. Including Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension, CVD and other conditions.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Registered first level nurse (NMC)

• Evidence of recent CPD and training

• Experience of working in General Practice

About us

PICS is the employer for this role. We collaborate with patients and partners to design and deliver clinically robust health and social care solution through Community Services, Out of Hospital Services, GP Practices, and Primary Care Networks. Find out more about us: http://picsnhs.org.uk/.

Benefits of working for PICS

We offer a comprehensive package which includes:

• NHS Pension 2015 Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Alternative government-based scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Competitive leave entitlement that includes maternity, paternity and adoption leave, study leave allowance, and sickness provisions
• Access to education and training opportunities, depending on your role (CPPE Pharmacy, NHS England Roadmap for First Contact Practitioners, apprenticeship schemes, support professional development)
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team with support from a wide variety of professionals
• A flexible approach to a work-life balance
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Access to Blue Light Card scheme
• All staff events and conferences
• Staff engagement (Wellbeing Group, EDI Network, Staff Focus group)
• Free parking across many sites
• Personalised induction into the company and job role

Job summary

*Please note this role is on a 12m FTC covering maternity leave

Are you a Registered Adult Nurse or Midwife who is passionate about reproductive healthcare?

We are looking for a Nurse or Midwife Practitioner to join the clinical team within our Leicester Unit. You will work part-time, 14.5 hours per week on a Thursday and Friday. More details can be found in the further information section below.

As a Nurse or Midwife Practitioner you will provide high quality clinical care to our clients across a range of BPAS reproductive healthcare services including termination of pregnancy, STI testing & treatment, contraception & vasectomy. You'll be involved in all stages of the client pathway from consultation through to treatment & will work in all areas of the unit including theatre & recovery. This role will involve providing treatment & clinical information to clients both in person & over the phone.

About You

You will be a Registered Adult Nurse Level 1 or Midwife (practising) with active NMC registration and PIN. You'll have clinical practice experience of at least 12 months & have a keen interest in sexual health & reproductive healthcare. Clinical knowledge & experience of safeguarding and Fraser/Gillick competencies are essential for this role.

You will have excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills and you will be adept at caring for clients in a compassionate & empathetic way.

Main duties of the job

• You will work in accordance with NMC guidelines for Professional Practice & the wider regulatory frameworks of the Abortion Act 1967 & Health & Social Care Act as well as BPAS clinical policies and procedures.
• Ensure that the client understands her options in relation to the pregnancy &, if choosing termination, meets the ground of the Abortion Act.
• Provide information on STI Testing, undertake tests and provide results and also discuss, inform and confirm the clients future choice of contraception.
• Carefully check for and implement any procedure indicated on client case notes, including administering medication for Medical Abortion procedures or cervical preparation.
• Carry out post treatment check-ups by assessing the physical condition of the client and discussing any concerns
• Complete relevant paperwork and in the event of post treatment problems, make arrangements with the clinic or refer to an NHS agency if necessary.
• To care for and support clients undergoing surgical treatments. This could include general anaesthetic, conscious sedation or local anaesthetic.

We are also looking for:

• Sound & accurate administrative competence with attention to detail
• Gynaecological nursing experience or relevant specialty i.e., sexual health, contraception
• Venepuncture / cannulation skills
• Comfortable using IT and Microsoft Packages including Outlook, Word and Microsoft Teams.

About us

The British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) is the UK's largest independent reproductive healthcare charity, providing evidence-based, not-for-profit reproductive healthcare. We work mainly on behalf of the NHS, offering abortion care, contraception, and STI testing and treatment across the country.

When you join BPAS, you become part of a values-driven organisation where compassion, professionalism, and choice guide everything we do. You will help remove barriers to safe reproductive care while supporting people to make informed choices about their health and futures.

Working with us benefits include:

• 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Life assurance at 3 salary
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Access to GP 24/7, 365 days a year
• MyMindPal mental fitness app and 24/7 counselling support
• Online discounts, discounted gym membership, and other lifestyle benefits
• Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance

Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

BPAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services, and all staff share this responsibility. Recruitment follows safer-recruitment principles and includes appropriate pre-employment checks.

We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.

Job summary

In line with policy to increase the access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support, we are seeking to recruit two graduate level (or equivalent) practitioners to provide CBT based guided self-help and parenting interventions to children and young people. They will be taught to deliver evidence based 1:1 and group interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. The post holder will use their newly developing skills to support children and young people who are referred into the service and trainees will receive supervision to support their professional development.

Applicants will need to be ready to start work by 06/01/2027, with training commencing on the 18/01/2027. Posts cannot be offered to candidates unless they can guarantee this start date.

Candidates will also need to submit an application form to KCL for a place on the Diploma in Education Mental Health Practice. The KCL application guidance and programme brochure are attached to this advert. Please make sure to submit an application to KCL at the same time as your application for a post.

If you have any questions regarding the KCL application, please contact KCL directly.

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification before applying for the role, and address how you meet these criteria in your application.

Main duties of the job

• Under supervision and with support, to develop knowledge and practice skills in:
• Delivering evidence-based interventions (such as guided self-help) for children and young people in education settings with mild to moderate mental health problems as part of West London Minds MHST.
• Helping children and young people within these education settings who present with more severe problems to access / be signposted to more specialist services.
• Supporting and facilitating staff in education settings to identify, and where appropriate manage issues related to mental health and wellbeing.
• Developing an awareness of and engagement with issues of power, discrimination and diversity throughout the systems where the work is carried out.
• Fulfilling the requirements of, and completing, a PG diploma at Kings College London to enable progression to a fully qualified EMHP; evidence development of clinical skills with associated knowledge acquisition to record and evidence progression towards this academic award and demonstrable practical ability.

About us

West London Mind is a local mental health charity supporting people across West London to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Through our services, community work and partnerships, we work to make a positive and lasting difference to the lives of the people we support.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and collaborative workplace where colleagues feel valued, can develop their skills and are encouraged to make a meaningful contribution.

Joining West London Mind means being part of a passionate and dedicated team, where the work you do can have a real impact on peoples lives and the communities we serve.

Job summary

The Post Holder is responsible for ensuring the safe transportation, delivery and collection of frozen food items to various sites both internal and external to the UHB and also the transportation of completed frozen products to and from both units at the Central production Unit (CPU).

Also includes delivery and collection to and from hospitals and neighbouring Health Boards/Trusts.

To maintain and promote the highest standards of service delivery and helping to maintain open and effective communications.

To meet and adhere to all legislative requirements while responsible for CPU Vehicle.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.

Main duties of the job

To work within Cwm Taf Morgannwg CPU, undertaking all duties and be able to work on one's own as well as being a team member.

To maintain strict control of a 12 ton vehicle and to ensure that temperature and mileage log book is completed with accurate readings, and also document any defects via driver's report/defect booklet.

The Post holder must hold a clean and valid Cat C driving licence to include CPC Card and also carry a digital licence to drive CPU Vehicle.

The Post holder will be responsible for taking the Vehicle for regular services or any other vehicle repairs to the designated garage

Must comply with road traffic legislation, and Health and safety Legislation when using vehicles on road. Must be fully aware of and conversant with the high way code and abide by it at all times.

To ensure that daily checks on the maintenance of both 12 ton and 7.5-ton Vehicle is carried out at the start and end of shift pattern as stated in the CPC regulations.

The Post Holder must adhere to the driver's guide to hours/Tachographs.

To assist in preparation, processing, chilling or freezing of raw materials in accordance with the strict procedures,

To undertake various cleaning duties as detailed by the online Supervisor in line with Legislative requirements.

Their role will require them to work or transport in two separate Units one of which is the production unit and the other being the working freezer unit.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job summary

Closing Date: 12.10.26(this may change dependent on response).

Shortlisting to take place following closing date commencing13.10.26

Interview expected to take place in the week commencing19.10.26

We are seeking to recruit proactive and enthusiastic Human Resources Business Partners to lead on strategic and operational HR activity across Clinical Service Units. The post holders will play a key role in the overall delivery of HR activities trust-wide and contribute to the development of the HR Department as a whole.

Working collaboratively with senior managers the post holders will work with service leads to support forward planning, workforce modernisation and transformation and act as a driver of workforce information and improvement.

Main duties of the job

To lead on strategic and operational HR activity across the assigned area, play a key role in the overall delivery of strategic and operational HR activities trust-wide and contribute to the development of the HR Department as a whole. Responsible for designing and delivering of the strategic and operational HR plan for the assigned area of responsibility.

To lead on the development, planning and implementation of National, Regional, Place-based and Trust HR change initiatives and programmes, including development and implementation of effective policies which best fit the needs of a successful and developing organisation. Manage staff within the HR Operations Team and the HR Admin Team in order to ensure the effective operation of the team and seamless patient focussed delivery of the service across the Trust.

About us

Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:

• We value people
• We are one team
• We care

We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

Job summary

We are seeking to appoint a fulltime Registered Operating Department Practitioner or Registered Anaesthetic Nurse to join the Heavitree Day Case Team. The post holder will work closely with the Day Surgery team to deliver a highquality, safe service for patients undergoing surgical procedures. This includes supporting the perioperative patient pathway and contributing to difficult airway management, with full training and support provided.

The post holder will be responsible and accountable for delivering care to adult and paediatric surgical patients without direct supervision. They must adhere to Trust policies and procedures and work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team within the Day Surgery Unit. In addition, they will be expected to participate in the training and development of students and other team members.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a part-timeAdvanced Clinical Practitioner to join our IntegratedMental Health team with an element of shared care across the widerteam at HMP Wakefield, a category A prison in Wakefield.

The Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Mental Health) will be a patient-facing, non-managerial role and play a pivotal role in delivering high quality, evidence based mental health care within the prison environment.

Exciting opportunity to develop in the prison, PPG pathway training and development offered, parking on site.

Hours

Working 37.5 hours a week, either working 4x long days 8-6 or 8-4 Monday to Friday.

Salary

This position is full time,you'll receive an annual salary up to £66,792per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As anAdvanced Clinical Practitioner,your responsibilities will vary. You will:

• Provide advanced assessment, formulation, diagnosis, and management of individuals presenting with a wide range of mental health conditions, including severe mental illness, personality disorder, trauma related needs, complex dual diagnoses.
• You will promote best practice, clinical supervision, and a culture of reflection and learning, by pro-actively leading and motivating the team. You will support and work alongside clinical leads and team members to deliver training sessions to healthcare and prison staff on mental health, risk,trauma,behaviour management.
• You will participate in internal and external inspections, reviews and professional meetings which will drive quality improvement and contribute to service transformation projects within the mental health pathway
• Work alongside the clinical lead to contribute to service development, provide clinical leadership across pathways, and support the delivery of trauma informed, person centred, and safe care.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Qualifications required:

• Registered Nurse Mental Health, with current NMC registration.We will consider applicants from other professional disciplines who can demonstrate experience of working with patients with complex MH conditions
• Independent/supplementary prescriber qualification
• MSc in Advanced Practice
• Experience of working within mental health services, ideally in secure mental health, crisis, acute, community settings and good knowledge of the MHA
• Understanding of risk management, self-harm prevention, suicide prevention, trauma-informed care
• Drive quality improvement, clinical audit, governance and contribute to service transformation projects
• Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and support to Band 7 clinicians, RMNs, HCAs, and students.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £59,677 - £66,792 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

14975-5

Job locations

5 Love Ln

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF2 9AG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner you need expert clinical skills and demonstrate judgement in assessing and managing wide ranging and complex patient problems. You will provide clinical leadership for the mental health team. This multi-disciplinary team is made up of a variety of registered and non-registered professionals including; mental health, and substance misuse practitioners. You will act as a role model ensuring professional appearance and maintaining professional standards at all times.

Supporting senior clinicians on site you will be part of the daily leadership team, providing clinical input for all patients. As a clinical expert in your field, you will work with the team to ensure; patient safety, the management of complex cases and ensure the most up to date treatment methodology is applied to patient care.

You will also;

Provideoutstanding evidence based care, listening and acting on patient feedback. Ensuring that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them. You will also provide assessment, diagnostics, treatment and continued management of patients with acute and long term medical conditions.

Deliver non-judgemental care by leading the team to deliver care that is safe, high quality, patient centred whilst meeting CQC requirements following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding.

Inspire excellence in your colleagues by pro-actively leading and motivating the team recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset. You will provide professional leadership to the nursing team to ensure we provide a service that people can trust, feel safe within and feel proud of.

Promotebest practice, clinical supervision, evidence based care and continuous quality improvement embedding a culture of reflection and shared learning.

Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care and support your clinical and non-clinical colleagues to do a great job

Job description Job responsibilities As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner you need expert clinical skills and demonstrate judgement in assessing and managing wide ranging and complex patient problems. You will provide clinical leadership for the mental health team. This multi-disciplinary team is made up of a variety of registered and non-registered professionals including; mental health, and substance misuse practitioners. You will act as a role model ensuring professional appearance and maintaining professional standards at all times.Supporting senior clinicians on site you will be part of the daily leadership team, providing clinical input for all patients. As a clinical expert in your field, you will work with the team to ensure; patient safety, the management of complex cases and ensure the most up to date treatment methodology is applied to patient care. You will also;Provideoutstanding evidence based care, listening and acting on patient feedback. Ensuring that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them. You will also provide assessment, diagnostics, treatment and continued management of patients with acute and long term medical conditions. Deliver non-judgemental care by leading the team to deliver care that is safe, high quality, patient centred whilst meeting CQC requirements following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding. Inspire excellence in your colleagues by pro-actively leading and motivating the team recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset. You will provide professional leadership to the nursing team to ensure we provide a service that people can trust, feel safe within and feel proud of. Promotebest practice, clinical supervision, evidence based care and continuous quality improvement embedding a culture of reflection and shared learning. Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care and support your clinical and non-clinical colleagues to do a great job

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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.

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

5 Love Ln

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF2 9AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

5 Love Ln

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF2 9AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated registered nurse to lead on our nationally commissioned and well established asthma biologics service. The service is ever expanding and is now treating patients with ground breaking asthma medications. The post holder will play a fundamental role in the work-up, administration of asthma biologic therapy and long-term management of our patients.

This role requires the post holder to have demonstrable specialist clinical and management skills and a special interest in patients living with asthma. You will work autonomously alongside our well-established multidisciplinary asthma team.

This role is available as a 12 month secondment or fixed term contract.

Main duties of the job

This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across the multidisciplinary team and engage confidently with a diverse range of patients and carers.The successful candidate will be self-motivated, proactive and committed to contributing to service development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience in an ambulatory setting is desirable, and it is essential for you have confidence in working autonomously delivering individualised and personalised direct patient care .

About us

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.

We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.

We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.

We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.

Job summary

In collaboration with Dementia UK, South Tyneside Health Collaboration are looking to recruit a registered nurse (RN, RNMH, RNLD) with a passion for, and experience of, providing relationship-centred dementia care with a strong sense of advocacy and equalities for this client group.

Admiral Nurses are specialist dementia nurses who work with and support people with dementia and their families who have complex needs. Under the supervision of Clinical Lead Admiral Nurse, you will provide specialist one-to-one support, guidance, and practical solutions for families, alongside supporting best practice and providing role modelling across South Tyneside.

Main duties of the job

You will be employed by South Tyneside Health Collaboration and based across the three PCN areas of South Shields. You will work under the direct managements of the Clinical Lead Admiral Nurse and will receive ongoing support from Dementia UK to maintain and strengthen your clinical expertise as a specialist nurse within dementia care. You will become part of the wider network of Admiral Nurses and will have the opportunity to access relevant post graduate courses and develop professionally, underpinned by the Admiral Nurse Practice Standards Framework.

The successful applicant will be a NMC registered nurse, with relevant post-registration clinical experience of working with people living with dementia and supporting their carers/supporters in different settings. Experience in a community or primary care setting is desirable.

To find out more about the role of an Admiral Nurse, candidates are encouraged to complete Dementia UKs free online: Pre Admiral Nurse eLearning course in advance of the interviews.

If you consider that you have the skills and abilities to join our exceptional team and would like to discuss the role, please contact [email protected]

About us

South Tyneside Health Collaboration (STHC) are a GP Federation and valued system partner, set up to bring together South Tyneside General Practices to work collaboratively in delivering services at scale across the borough of South Tyneside.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience STHC Pay Scale E - £39,287

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

B0170-26-0035

Job locations

Stanhope Parade Health Centre

Gordon Street

South Shields

NE33 4JP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Admiral Nurse will support, deliver and coordinate relationship-centred dementia care within the operational areas of South Tyneside Health Collaboration, in order to improve the experience of individuals / carers/families affected by dementia[1] with complex needs

[1] Dementia UK defines this as the person living with dementia and others who may be carers or family members. Admiral Nurses work together with families to provide support, expert guidance & practical solutions.

Job description Job responsibilities The Admiral Nurse will support, deliver and coordinate relationship-centred dementia care within the operational areas of South Tyneside Health Collaboration, in order to improve the experience of individuals / carers/families affected by dementia[1] with complex needs [1] Dementia UK defines this as the person living with dementia and others who may be carers or family members. Admiral Nurses work together with families to provide support, expert guidance & practical solutions.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration clinical experience of working with people with dementia and their carers/supporters
• Experience of completing holistic nursing assessments
• Experience of providing bio-psychosocial interventions
• Experience of facilitating and delivering training
• Experience of working as an autonomous practitioner

Desirable

• Experience of managing care across care transitions
• Experience of working with patients/ clients to develop practice
• Experience of recent involvement in practice/ service development
• Experience of audit/ evaluating clinical practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RNM/RNMH/RGN/RNLD)
• Willingness to complete Dementia UKs Pre Admiral Nursing e-learning course prior to starting in post
• Willingness to work towards continued professional and practice development through Dementia UKs Admiral Nurse Academy, including the level 6 or 7 Admiral Nurse Competency Framework Module.

Desirable

• Post-graduate training/ education in dementia/older people
• Additional nursing qualification
• Degree level qualification in dementia / older peoples care
• Mentorship Qualification
• Relevant teaching qualification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate all the 6 Admiral Nurse competencies:
• Person-centred care
• Therapeutic skills
• Triadic relationship centred working
• Sharing knowledge
• Delivering best practice
• Critical reflective practice
• Effective role-modelling
• Collaborative and multi-agency working
• Act as a decision maker and advocate
• Ability to use Information Technology to improve the delivery of care
• Good organisational skills
• Evidence of continued professional development
• High level of IT competency and practical experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to work collaboratively, manage expectations and build positive relationships
• Excellent organisational skills including time and task management
• Skilled in accepting personal responsibility, accountability and ensuring others do the same

Desirable

• Knowledge of research methods and methodologies.
• Understanding of the Admiral Nurse competency frameworks
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Understand sources of research and critically apply them within practice
• Knowledge of relevant policies/national strategy e.g. MCA/DoLS/ACP/NICE guideline/Care Act
• Understanding of General Practice and Primary Care commissioning and service delivery

Person Specification Experience Essential Post-registration clinical experience of working with people with dementia and their carers/supporters Experience of completing holistic nursing assessments Experience of providing bio-psychosocial interventions Experience of facilitating and delivering training Experience of working as an autonomous practitioner Desirable Experience of managing care across care transitions Experience of working with patients/ clients to develop practice Experience of recent involvement in practice/ service development Experience of audit/ evaluating clinical practice Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (RNM/RNMH/RGN/RNLD) Willingness to complete Dementia UKs Pre Admiral Nursing e-learning course prior to starting in post Willingness to work towards continued professional and practice development through Dementia UKs Admiral Nurse Academy, including the level 6 or 7 Admiral Nurse Competency Framework Module. Desirable Post-graduate training/ education in dementia/older people Additional nursing qualification Degree level qualification in dementia / older peoples care Mentorship Qualification Relevant teaching qualification Knowledge and Skills Essential Demonstrate all the 6 Admiral Nurse competencies: Person-centred care Therapeutic skills Triadic relationship centred working Sharing knowledge Delivering best practice Critical reflective practice Effective role-modelling Collaborative and multi-agency working Act as a decision maker and advocate Ability to use Information Technology to improve the delivery of care Good organisational skills Evidence of continued professional development High level of IT competency and practical experience Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to work collaboratively, manage expectations and build positive relationships Excellent organisational skills including time and task management Skilled in accepting personal responsibility, accountability and ensuring others do the same Desirable Knowledge of research methods and methodologies. Understanding of the Admiral Nurse competency frameworks Evidence of continued professional development Understand sources of research and critically apply them within practice Knowledge of relevant policies/national strategy e.g. MCA/DoLS/ACP/NICE guideline/Care Act Understanding of General Practice and Primary Care commissioning and service delivery

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).

Additional information 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

South Tyneside Health Collaboration

Address

Stanhope Parade Health Centre

Gordon Street

South Shields

NE33 4JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside Health Collaboration

Address

Stanhope Parade Health Centre

Gordon Street

South Shields

NE33 4JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a Mental Health Nurse (RMN) looking for a fresh challenge within Forensic Mental Health?

Ash Ward is a low secure inpatient service offering a safe, structured and therapeutic environment for individuals requiring specialist forensic mental health care. We focus on meaningful risk assessment, risk reduction, rehabilitation and supporting patients as they work towards returning to the community.

In this role, you'll deliver high-quality forensic mental health nursing care to individuals with mental disorders who have displayed offending behaviours or who present a significant risk to others. Your expertise will play a key part in helping patients progress through their recovery journey.

As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you'll provide comprehensive assessment and treatment to men of working age, working collaboratively to deliver a recovery focused model of care. Teamwork, communication and a genuine commitment to patient wellbeing are essential.

We're passionate about supporting your development, offering access to a wide range of internal and external training opportunities to help you grow both personally and professionally.

You'll work rotational shifts, including evenings and weekends, and may occasionally support other areas of the Trust to meet service needs.

You'll be joining a friendly, supportive and dedicated team who will ensure your transition into the ward is both positive and rewarding.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake specialised psychological assessments for service users with complex mental health needs.
• Contribute to psychological formulations and care planning.
• Deliver structured, evidence-based and psychologically informed interventions.
• Work within a psychology and trauma-informed framework to support recovery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues, service users and carers.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and reports.
• Participate in audit, research, service evaluation and quality improvement activities.
• Receive and make effective use of regular clinical supervision.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives at some of their most vulnerable moments? Do you believe in the power of compassionate listening, spiritual support, and human connection to promote hope, recovery, and wellbeing?

We are looking for an inspiring and compassionate Healthcare Chaplain (Band 6) to join our dynamic community Spiritual Care Team, delivering exceptional spiritual, pastoral, religious, and cultural support across our community and mental health services.

This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to work at the heart of holistic healthcare, supporting patients, families, carers, and staff across a diverse range of settings. You will play a vital role in helping people navigate mental health challenges, illness, recovery, loss, and life-changing transitions, while contributing to a culture of compassionate, person-centred care.

Whether supporting someone through crisis, facilitating moments of reflection and hope, or helping staff build resilience in demanding environments, you will be part of a service that recognises the profound impact of spiritual wellbeing on recovery and overall health.

The role is for acute Hospital Chaplaincy based in Dorset County Hospital and line managed by the head of Chaplaincy Dorset County Hospital.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Main duties of the job

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

What You'll Do

As a valued member of our multidisciplinary teams, you will:

• Provide compassionate spiritual, pastoral, and religious care to patients, carers, families, and colleagues.
• Support individuals from all faiths, beliefs, cultures, and those with no faith affiliation, ensuring inclusive and personalised care.
• Work alongside mental health and community healthcare professionals to deliver truly holistic care.
• Facilitate worship, prayer, sacramental ministry, religious observances, and spiritual resources where appropriate.
• Contribute to recovery-focused care by helping people find meaning, hope, resilience, and connection during difficult times.
• Provide pastoral support for staff, including reflective practice, wellbeing initiatives, and critical incident response.
• Build strong partnerships with local faith leaders, community organisations, and voluntary sector networks.
• Help shape understanding of spiritual care through education, training, and support for staff and volunteers.

About us

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not availablefor Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

405-26-AHP485TC

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced chaplain who can demonstrate:

Essential Criteria

• Recognised endorsement, authorisation, or good standing with a faith community or belief organisation.
• Relevant theological, religious, pastoral, or chaplaincy qualification.
• Experience providing spiritual or pastoral care within healthcare, community, social care, or similar settings.
• Excellent communication, listening, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work confidently within multidisciplinary teams.
• A strong commitment to equality, inclusion, and supporting people of all faiths and none.

Job description Job responsibilities We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced chaplain who can demonstrate: Essential Criteria Recognised endorsement, authorisation, or good standing with a faith community or belief organisation. Relevant theological, religious, pastoral, or chaplaincy qualification. Experience providing spiritual or pastoral care within healthcare, community, social care, or similar settings. Excellent communication, listening, and relationship-building skills. Ability to work confidently within multidisciplinary teams. A strong commitment to equality, inclusion, and supporting people of all faiths and none.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• oIn good standing with own faith community and eligible to be duly accredited by a recognised authority within it.
• oAppropriately authorised, licensed or commissioned for the role of healthcare chaplain.
• oBachelor's Degree level or higher in Theology or Pastoral Care or other related degree.

Desirable

• oRegistered as a Board-Certified Chaplain with the UK Board for Healthcare Chaplaincy.
• oMember of the College of Health Care Chaplains and/or The Association for Hospice and Palliative Care Chaplains.
• oPostgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Chaplaincy.

Experience

Essential

• oExperience in facilitating rites and meeting spiritual needs according service user's own faith/belief group.
• oExperience of designing, facilitating and leading services of worship in a wide variety of settings.

Desirable

• oExperience of providing teaching on spiritual care to healthcare professionals.
• oExperience of training and supervising volunteers.
• oExperience of working in a NHS environment
• oExperience of working with volunteers

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• oExtensive knowledge and insight into pastoral, spiritual and religious care
• oWorking knowledge of faith and belief systems other than one's own and the ability to apply this knowledge in a diverse context
• oSkilled in using Microsoft 365 products and other database systems
• oDigital and verbal communication skills desirable for effective communication of information within the organisation and with the public.
• oAbility to work with a non-religious model

Desirable

• oVolunteer management skills
• oTraining and supervision skills

special requirement

Essential

• Able to meet the transport demands of the role-Must be able to access own transport to travel across Dorset

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential oIn good standing with own faith community and eligible to be duly accredited by a recognised authority within it. oAppropriately authorised, licensed or commissioned for the role of healthcare chaplain. oBachelor's Degree level or higher in Theology or Pastoral Care or other related degree. Desirable oRegistered as a Board-Certified Chaplain with the UK Board for Healthcare Chaplaincy. oMember of the College of Health Care Chaplains and/or The Association for Hospice and Palliative Care Chaplains. oPostgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Chaplaincy. Experience Essential oExperience in facilitating rites and meeting spiritual needs according service user's own faith/belief group. oExperience of designing, facilitating and leading services of worship in a wide variety of settings. Desirable oExperience of providing teaching on spiritual care to healthcare professionals. oExperience of training and supervising volunteers. oExperience of working in a NHS environment oExperience of working with volunteers Skills and Knowledge Essential oExtensive knowledge and insight into pastoral, spiritual and religious care oWorking knowledge of faith and belief systems other than one's own and the ability to apply this knowledge in a diverse context oSkilled in using Microsoft 365 products and other database systems oDigital and verbal communication skills desirable for effective communication of information within the organisation and with the public. oAbility to work with a non-religious model Desirable oVolunteer management skills oTraining and supervision skills special requirement Essential Able to meet the transport demands of the role-Must be able to access own transport to travel across Dorset

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).

Additional information 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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Associate Psychologist (CAP) to join our Mental Health Rehabilitation Services team within Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.

As a Clinical Associate Psychologist, you will play an important role in improving the mental health and wellbeing of people accessing rehabilitation services. Working within a psychology and trauma-informed model of care, you will undertake specialised psychological assessments, contribute to bespoke clinical formulations, deliver structured evidence-based interventions, and participate in research and service improvement activities.

You will work as a semi-autonomous practitioner, managing your day-to-day clinical work independently whilst receiving regular supervision and support from a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Clinical Associate Psychologist who is passionate about delivering high-quality psychological care and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support recovery-focused outcomes.

Based within the Rehabilitation Pathway, you will work closely with service users, carers, psychology colleagues, recovery partners and wider health and social care professionals to provide compassionate, person-centred and evidence-based interventions.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake specialised psychological assessments with individuals who may present with complex and enduring mental health needs.
• Contribute to the development of psychological formulations to inform care planning and treatment delivery.
• Deliver structured, evidence-based and psychologically informed interventions, both individually and in groups, appropriate to your training, competence and experience.
• Work with service users within a psychology and trauma-informed framework to promote recovery and improve mental wellbeing.
• Conduct psychological and psychometric assessments and observations, under the guidance of a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Assess and manage clinical risk in consultation with supervising psychologists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with service users, carers and families.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues, statutory agencies, and voluntary sector partners to support positive outcomes.
• Contribute to audit, research, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
• Deliver training, support and psychologically informed guidance to colleagues and partner agencies where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and produce professional reports and correspondence in line with Trust standards.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Ipswich East & West Integrated Neighbourhood Teams (INT) on a full time permanent basis at 37.5 hours per week. We are looking for an experienced administrator who is passionate, committed, innovative, enthusiastic, and highly motivated to delivering high quality work.

The Ipswich East & west INT's are based at Constantine House, providing an opportunity to work within a knowledgeable and experienced team. The team consists of district & community nurses, assistant practitioners, generic workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and social care workers. The teams are led by a clinical & operational leads and overall managed by 2 INT managers.

Candidates should be flexible, motivated, and willing to work within a changing environment. We will provide support through in-service training and professional forums, mandatory training, 1:1 and personal development meetings. The ideal candidate would have experience in using Integra, supplychain, Excel and HealthRoster. We are committed to patient centred care in the right place, at the right time and provide a comprehensive supervision and training programme with career progression opportunities.

The service has a high profile within the Trust and thrives on innovation and challenge. It has taken a lead role in many developments, which are helping to shape the future of patient pathways within the local area.

Main duties of the job

• Supply chain oversite for both integrated teams (tasks include: placing weekly orders, putting deliveries away, maintenance of stock cupboard, stock rotation etc).
• Consistent provision of comprehensive and efficient secretarial/ administrative support.
• To use your own initiative, managing, prioritising, planning and organising own time using extensive knowledge, skills and experience.
• To be a 'Team Player' working in a way that encourages high performance from other staff, with the aim of maintaining optimum efficiency within the department. To support other team members to deliver an efficient administrative/secretarial service.
• To utilise the required technology/hospital systems / new technology or system (s) and support other team members to do so to deliver an efficient administrative/secretarial service.

About us

One of the largest Trusts in East Anglia, East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provide hospital and community health services to people living across a wide geographical area. We deliver care from two main hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, six community hospitals and in patients' own homes. You will be joining a team of almost 12,000 amazing colleagues providing care to approximately a million people.

Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (if applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services. We offer a range of flexible working opportunities.

Our philosophy is thatTime Mattersto everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which do not work or cause time delays for our staff and patients.To support our employees to achieve their career aspirations you may be eligible to obtain a qualification via an apprenticeship. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a skills review to facilitate this. For full details please see the attached Apprenticeship Handbook.

If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge then we are keen to hear from you.

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Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

432-HR867-26

Job locations

Constantine House

5 Constantine Road

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade 5/C or equivalent in English and Maths

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in administration/secretarial or equivalent
• AMSPAR
• Medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Previous office based administrative work
• Working with members of the public
• Working as part of a team
• Use of Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Previous NHS admin experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Confidentiality and Data Protection
• Customer service

Desirable

• NHS Knowledge of relevant work area

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE grade 5/C or equivalent in English and Maths Desirable NVQ level 2 in administration/secretarial or equivalent AMSPAR Medical terminology Experience Essential Previous office based administrative work Working with members of the public Working as part of a team Use of Microsoft Office Desirable Previous NHS admin experience Knowledge Essential Confidentiality and Data Protection Customer service Desirable NHS Knowledge of relevant work area

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

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Constantine House

5 Constantine Road

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Constantine House

5 Constantine Road

Ipswich

IP1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role may be eligible for recruitment incentives, please liaise with the recruiting manager for further detail.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a an enthusiastic and dedicated HCPC registered Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our established, friendly and supportive team within the Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire Community Team for Learning Disabilities.

As part of the CTLD you will work as a member of the multidisciplinary team alongside Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists and Learning Disability Nurses. We also work closely with our social care colleagues.

We will support you with specialist training and supervision to reach your potential and excel in your chosen career path. Experience in equipment and adaptation, moving and handling and supporting people to engage in meaningful occupations would be an advantage.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

To follow the Occupational Therapy Process (information gathering, assessment, treatment planning, intervention, evaluation and discharge planning) and contribute to care planning process as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.

To manage own caseload.

To assess capacity, gain valid consent and work within legal framework appropriate to service area.

To offer education, advice and training to informal and formal carers to best support client safety.

Ensure patient documentation is accurate, maintaining complete and contemporaneous records in line with HCPC/RCOT and Trust standards.

Promote the involvement and engagement of patients/service users and carers /relatives.

Ensure understanding of own and others level of accountability and responsibility when delegating tasks and duties to students and support staff.

Ensure that practice is within scope of own ability, knowledge, skills and experience. To ensure that practice is within the RCOT Code of Conduct and professional standards as well as Trust standards and policies.

Provide occupational therapy advice to other disciplines

Undertake the practice educators course to supervise OT students.

May participate in departmental research

About us

• We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and Social Care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website
• We are forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care.
• We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Where ever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support you'll need to get started.
• We recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people from all backgrounds.
• Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised.
• We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and wellbeing support..
• From city to countryside, market town to moors you'll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Clinical Lead to join our Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient team on Rydon Ward 1 at the Wellsprings Hospital site in Taunton.

You will be a key member of the inpatient multidisciplinary team, working within a recoveryfocused service and playing a central role in promoting high standards of clinical care. This role requires strong leadership skills, a commitment to teamwork and the ability to support and develop others.

Working closely with the Ward Manager, Clinical Service Manager and other Clinical Leads, you will provide consistent clinical leadership across the ward and deputise for the Ward Manager as required.

Rydon Ward 1 is a 15bed acute inpatient ward providing assessment and treatment primarily for adults of working age experiencing acute mental health needs. The ward works closely with specialist mental health doctors, nurses, therapists and the Home Treatment Team. The service mainly supports people living in the Taunton area and also accepts admissions for serving members of the military.

Main duties of the job

• Provide visible clinical leadership within the ward, promoting high standards of nursing care and recoveryfocused practice
• Coordinate, deliver and maintain safe, effective and personcentred care for all patients on the ward
• Deputise for the Ward Manager and support the daytoday management of the ward
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to plan, review and deliver care
• Support, supervise and develop Band 5 nurses and other junior staff
• Act as a role model for professional practice in line with the NMC Code
• Ensure safeguarding, risk management, Mental Health Act and capacity requirements are met
• Promote effective communication with patients, carers, relatives and partner agencies
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and clinical governance activity

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.