Job summary

Foundation - Band 5 - multiple vacancies

Locations: Oxford, Banbury, Oxfordshire

Calling all nursing graduates ready to start their career in 2026! Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting newly qualified UK nursing graduates to join our clinical teams. This is a great opportunity to begin your nursing career in one of the UK's largest teaching trusts, with structured support as you transition from student nurse to registered practitioner. At OUH, you will have the opportunity to develop in a wide range of clinical areas, supported by experienced teams who are committed to compassionate excellence, learning and professional growth. Please apply if you are due to complete your nursing degree in 2026 or have recently qualified and are eligible for NMC registration. In your supporting statement, please tell us why you have chosen OUH and include your top three preferred clinical areas.

For more information or to arrange an informal conversation or visit please [email protected]

NB for all critical care departments, paediatrics and theatres please apply directly to these areas.

Please note that this advert may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Main duties of the job

Whether you want to work in one of our fast-paced surgical wards, our leading cancer centre, our neurology and neurosurgery departments, excellent heart centre or refurbished and expanded emergency department, play a part in our regional major trauma centre orjoin one of our specialist medical departments, we have a vast array of options to develop and grow you as a nurse.

We have sites in Oxford and Banbury and satellite sites across the Thames Valley region for you to choose from. If you are successful at interview you will be added to our pipeline with the view to being allocated to the next most appropriate vacancy', which can take a couple of months.

Start the conversation with us today about our opportunities - and continue your nursing journey by contacting one of our specialist leads to explore the many career options we have to offer you, or apply directly via the link below.

Please ensure you include in your supporting statement why you have chosen OUH/Oxford, and the three top areas where you would like to work.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Job description

Job responsibilities

- Demonstrate and promote a patient and family centred style of clinical practice.- Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to discharge.- Accurately document and report to other members of the nursing team, multi-disciplinary team and family/carers regarding the care given to patients, and communicating changes as they occur.- Respond to emergency situations with composure, maintaining patient safety and seeking immediate support, and supporting the patient, family/carers and other staff as required- Identify and discuss patient needs with the team/staff, patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team. Be able to plan own workload.- Demonstrate a problem solving approach to effectively execute planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised plans of care based on a person centred model of care.- Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers and other staff, overcoming barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events.- Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality at all times.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• NMC registered

Desirable

• Previous Nursing experience

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).

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic midwife to join our outpatient maternity team, working in our day assessment unit and also antenatal clinics.

This role offers a dynamic mix of clinical midwifery alongside excellent work life balance.

Main duties of the job

Duties will include but not limited to:

Antenatal midwifery care

Taking and following up of laboratory samples

Antenatal screening tests and referral to screening team/fetal medicine

Day to day running of obstetric clinics

Midwife clinics - VBAC and Anti D

Administrative tasks such as referrals, booking appointments and ultrasound scans

Opportunities to lead and develop specialist clinics such as Complex maternal medicine and Multiple pregnancies.

Providing scheduled care in day assessment unit such as CTG monitoring, Pre-op assessments, IV infusions and Obstetric review, supporting our BSOTS Triage system.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Registered Midwife

Desirable

• Degree

Experience

Essential

• Ability to make appropriate Clinical Decisions
• Team working
• Multi disciplinary working

Desirable

• Teaching/Mentoring Skills

Skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of current NHS issues and initiatives + public health/political agenda
• Understanding of Clinical Governance and its application
• IT Skills
• Ability to prioritise and demonstrate time management and organisational skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Approachable/effective negotiation skills
• Motivation and positive attitude towards change
• Positive and adaptable to the changing needs of the service
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, innovative

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).

Job summary

We are searching for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Band 5 Registered Occupational Therapist to join us on Rougemont Ward in Exeter. Rougemont is a 16 bedded unit for older adults with a functional mental health diagnosis.

On Rougemont Ward, we pride ourselves on being a dedicated, passionate and skilled team, driven by the motivation to improve the lives of our patients as well as the lives of the carers involved.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team in a service that has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. Working alongside the Nursing Team, and within the MDT, you will ensure that service users receive a high standard of person-centred care to enable an enhanced quality of life for all.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist on our older adult inpatient mental health ward, you will conduct thorough assessments to understand each patients functional and mental health needs, developing tailored interventions that promote independence in daily living and enhance wellbeing. You'll deliver both individual and group therapy sessions, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to support holistic care and smooth discharge planning. Monitoring progress and adapting treatments, you will also provide valuable education and support to patients and their families, helping them on their recovery journey. Accurate record-keeping and contributing to service development are key to this rewarding role where your work truly makes a difference.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Clear understanding of core OT skills and theory
• Awareness of the implications of long-term institutional care
• Understanding of team dynamics
• Basic knowledge of health legislation and current practice including risk assessment management
• Awareness of legal implications of the Mental Health Health Act and other legal frameworks specific to the setting

Desirable

• Awareness of sensory work

Experience

Essential

• Application of the OT Process
• Use of standardised / functional assessment and activity analysis
• Previous Band 5 post (or training placement equivalent)

Desirable

• Prior experience of working with complex and vulnerable individuals who live with Dementia

Qualifications

Essential

• Bsc Hons Degree in Occupational Therapy or Diploma from COT

Desirable

• Evidence of Post Graduate Courses

Skills

Essential

• Word Processing and internet skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries
• Good self-management skills
• Ability to work on own initiative as part of MDT & Occupational Therapy Team

Desirable

• Group work skills
• Training and presentation skills
• Able to participate in physical activities and assist with physical interventions in the management of violence and aggression if required by the service.

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).

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Clinical Pharmacist to join our friendly and supportive practice team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a pharmacist who enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary GP team and would like to develop their role within primary care. The successful candidate will have a varied role, supporting safe and effective prescribing, structured medication reviews, clinical monitoring and quality improvement.

You will work closely with our GPs, nursing team, pharmacy team and wider practice staff to improve patient care and support the delivery of practice and PCN priorities.

Main duties of the job

Main duties will include:

• Reviewing and managing medication, including structured medication reviews and medication optimisation.
• Processing and clinically reviewing DOCMAN correspondence, ensuring appropriate actions are taken and documented.
• Supporting delivery of PQS, QOF and other quality improvement requirements.
• Reviewing patients with high blood pressure, including medication optimisation and monitoring.
• Supporting cardiovascular disease prevention and long-term condition management.
• Monitoring medicines and ensuring appropriate blood tests and clinical monitoring are completed.
• Reviewing hospital discharge and outpatient correspondence where medication changes are required.
• Supporting safe, effective and cost-effective prescribing across the practice.
• Identifying prescribing issues, medicines safety concerns and opportunities for improvement.
• Working collaboratively with GPs, nurses, ACPs, paramedics and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Providing advice to clinicians and patients regarding medicines.
• Supporting audits, searches and practice improvement projects.
• Contributing to medicines-related policies, protocols and clinical audits.
• Helping the practice achieve its clinical, prescribing and quality targets.

About us

Theale Medical Centre is a busy GP practice caring for approximately 11,000 patients. We have a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team consisting of GPs, nurses, pharmacists, paramedics, ACPs and a wider administrative and reception team.

We are committed to providing high-quality, safe and patient-centred care while continually looking for ways to improve our services and processes.

Our Clinical Pharmacists have an important role within the practice and are involved in a broad range of clinical and prescribing work, including medication reviews, DOCMAN, blood pressure management, medicines monitoring, prescribing optimisation, audits and delivery of PQS and other quality improvement work.

We use a number of digital systems to support our clinical work, including EMIS Web, Accurx and Ardens. We are keen to support professional development and provide opportunities for the successful candidate to develop their skills and take ownership of areas of clinical and quality improvement work.

We are looking for someone who is organised, clinically confident, approachable and able to work independently while being a valued member of our wider practice team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Pharmacy Technician Job Description

Theale Medical Centre is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our multidisciplinary practice team.

The Pharmacy Technician will play an important role in supporting the safe and effective use of medicines across our patient population. Working alongside our Clinical Pharmacists, GPs, nurses and wider multidisciplinary team, the role will support medicines optimisation, medication monitoring, clinical administration and quality improvement.

This is a varied role with opportunities to develop your skills and take responsibility for specific areas of medicines management within the practice.

Key Responsibilities

Medicines Optimisation

• Support the Clinical Pharmacists and wider clinical team with medicines optimisation.

• Undertake appropriate medication-related reviews and administrative medicines management tasks within scope of practice.

• Identify patients requiring medication reviews, monitoring or follow-up.

• Support safe, effective and cost-effective prescribing.

• Identify prescribing issues, medicines safety concerns and opportunities for improvement.

• Support patients with medication-related queries and signpost or escalate to the appropriate clinician when required.

DOCMAN and Clinical Correspondence

• Review and process relevant DOCMAN correspondence within agreed timescales.

• Identify medication changes, monitoring requirements and actions arising from hospital correspondence.

• Ensure appropriate actions are completed or allocated to the appropriate clinician.

• Update patient records accurately following review of correspondence.

• Escalate any clinical concerns or issues outside the scope of the role.

Medication Monitoring

• Support the practice with medication monitoring and recall processes.

• Identify patients requiring blood tests and other monitoring before medication can safely be prescribed.

• Support searches and recalls for medicines requiring regular monitoring.

• Help ensure monitoring requirements are followed up and appropriately documented.

• Work with the clinical team to reduce medication-related risks.

Blood Pressure and Long-Term Conditions

• Support clinical teams with patient searches and recalls relating to hypertension and other long-term conditions.

• Identify patients who may require medication reviews or monitoring.

• Support the practice with blood pressure-related prescribing and monitoring work within the scope of the role.

• Assist with cardiovascular disease prevention and medicines optimisation initiatives.

PQS, QOF and Quality Improvement

• Support the practice in delivering relevant PQS and QOF requirements.

• Assist with prescribing audits and quality improvement projects.

• Undertake searches and identify appropriate patient cohorts.

• Support medicines-related audits and improvement work.

• Assist with implementing changes to prescribing processes and practice protocols.

• Contribute to medicines safety initiatives and evidence required for CQC, PQS and other practice requirements.

Dispensary and Prescribing Support

• Work closely with the dispensary and clinical pharmacy team where appropriate.

• Support repeat prescribing processes and identify potential issues with repeat medication.

• Assist with medication reconciliation following hospital discharge and changes in care.

• Support the management of prescription queries and medicines-related administrative tasks.

• Promote safe and appropriate use of medicines.

Working as Part of the Multidisciplinary Team

The Pharmacy Technician will work closely with:

• Clinical Pharmacists

• GPs

• Nurses

• ACPs

• Paramedics

• Dispensary staff

• Reception and administrative team

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Holds an appropriate Pharmacy Technician qualification.

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).

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist to join our primary care team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting safe and effective prescribing, medicines optimisation, and medication management across the practice.

The role will include processing medication changes from hospital and clinic correspondence, undertaking structured medication reviews, managing medication-related queries, and supporting the duty GP team with complex prescribing issues and medication interactions. Patients requiring medication reviews and prescribing advice will be triaged and allocated appropriately to the Clinical Pharmacist.

The post holder will work closely with GPs, nurses, care coordinators and administrative staff to improve patient outcomes and ensure safe prescribing practices.

Main duties of the job

Medicines Optimisation

• Undertake structured medication reviews for patients with long-term conditions and complex medication needs.
• Optimise prescribing in line with local and national guidance.
• Review polypharmacy and reduce inappropriate prescribing where clinically appropriate.
• Support safe prescribing and cost-effective medicines management.
• Identify and address medication-related risks.

Clinical Correspondence and Prescribing Support

• Review hospital letters, clinic correspondence and discharge summaries.
• Reconcile medicines following hospital discharge.
• Implement medication changes authorised within clinical correspondence according to practice protocols.
• Ensure medication records are updated accurately and promptly.
• Liaise with secondary care providers regarding medication queries where required.

Medication Queries

• Manage medication-related queries from patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Provide specialist advice on medication use, side effects, contraindications and monitoring requirements.
• Support the practice team with complex prescribing decisions.

Patient Consultations

• Conduct faceto-face, telephone and remote consultations for medication reviews.
• Assess adherence and support patients in understanding their treatment plans.
• Review high-risk medications and monitoring requirements.
• Refer patients to GPs or other healthcare professionals when concerns fall outside the pharmacist's scope of practice.

About us

Theale Medical Centre is a well-established, forward-thinking NHS GP practice located in the village of Theale, serving a growing patient population across Theale and the surrounding areas of West Berkshire. The practice is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care through a supportive multidisciplinary team approach.

We provide a wide range of primary care services including same-day urgent care, long-term condition management, chronic disease reviews, respiratory and diabetes services, family planning, cervical screening, phlebotomy, vaccinations, minor illness clinics and preventative healthcare.

Our team consists of:

* GP Partners and Salaried GPs

* Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs)

* Practice Nurses

* Healthcare Assistants

* Clinical Pharmacists

* Dispensary Team

* Secretarial Team

* Reception Team

* Administration Team

* Practice Management Team

We operate a collaborative working environment where clinicians and non-clinical staff work closely together to provide safe, effective and responsive care for our patients. We actively encourage professional development, service improvement and innovative ways of working to support both patients and staff.

The practice uses a range of digital systems and modern healthcare technologies to support patient care.

We pride ourselves on being a friendly, supportive and progressive practice where teamwork, mutual respect and patient care remain at the centre of everything we do.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A0483-26-0007

Job locations

Englefield Road

Theale

Reading

RG7 5AS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title

Clinical Pharmacist

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist to join our primary care team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting safe and effective prescribing, medicines optimisation, and medication management across the practice.

The role will include processing medication changes from hospital and clinic correspondence, undertaking structured medication reviews, managing medication-related queries, and supporting the duty GP team with complex prescribing issues and medication interactions. Patients requiring medication reviews and prescribing advice will be triaged and allocated appropriately to the Clinical Pharmacist.

The post holder will work closely with GPs, nurses, care coordinators and administrative staff to improve patient outcomes and ensure safe prescribing practices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Medicines Optimisation

• Undertake structured medication reviews for patients with long-term conditions and complex medication needs.
• Optimise prescribing in line with local and national guidance.
• Review polypharmacy and reduce inappropriate prescribing where clinically appropriate.
• Support safe prescribing and cost-effective medicines management.
• Identify and address medication-related risks.

Clinical Correspondence and Prescribing Support

• Review hospital letters, clinic correspondence and discharge summaries.
• Reconcile medicines following hospital discharge.
• Implement medication changes authorised within clinical correspondence according to practice protocols.
• Ensure medication records are updated accurately and promptly.
• Liaise with secondary care providers regarding medication queries where required.

Medication Queries

• Manage medication-related queries from patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Provide specialist advice on medication use, side effects, contraindications and monitoring requirements.
• Support the practice team with complex prescribing decisions.
• Investigate and advise on potential drug interactions and prescribing safety concerns.

Patient Consultations

• Conduct face-to-face, telephone and remote consultations for medication reviews.
• Assess adherence and support patients in understanding their treatment plans.
• Review high-risk medications and monitoring requirements.
• Manage patients allocated through GP triage systems where medication expertise is required.
• Refer patients to GPs or other healthcare professionals when concerns fall outside the pharmacist's scope of practice.

Clinical Governance

• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS.
• Participate in prescribing audits and quality improvement projects.
• Support achievement of QOF, IIF and other contractual requirements.
• Contribute to significant event reviews and medicines safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and professional guidance.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with GPs, nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Provide education and prescribing support to practice staff.
• Attend clinical meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.
• Contribute to the development of medicines management processes within the practice.

Person Specification

Essential

• Registered Pharmacist with current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Experience working in General Practice, Primary Care Network or a patient-facing clinical pharmacy role.
• Excellent knowledge of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety.
• Strong understanding of long-term condition management.
• Ability to interpret and implement medication changes from clinical correspondence.
• Excellent communication and consultation skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently.
• Competent IT skills and experience using clinical systems.

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Experience using EMIS Web and Ardens.
• Experience undertaking Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs).
• Knowledge of QOF, IIF and NHS primary care contractual requirements.
• Experience supporting medicines optimisation within primary care.

Personal Qualities

• Patient-centred approach.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Professional and approachable manner.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Salary

Dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Job description Job responsibilities Job TitleClinical PharmacistJob SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Clinical Pharmacist to join our primary care team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting safe and effective prescribing, medicines optimisation, and medication management across the practice.The role will include processing medication changes from hospital and clinic correspondence, undertaking structured medication reviews, managing medication-related queries, and supporting the duty GP team with complex prescribing issues and medication interactions. Patients requiring medication reviews and prescribing advice will be triaged and allocated appropriately to the Clinical Pharmacist.The post holder will work closely with GPs, nurses, care coordinators and administrative staff to improve patient outcomes and ensure safe prescribing practices.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesMedicines Optimisation Undertake structured medication reviews for patients with long-term conditions and complex medication needs. Optimise prescribing in line with local and national guidance. Review polypharmacy and reduce inappropriate prescribing where clinically appropriate. Support safe prescribing and cost-effective medicines management. Identify and address medication-related risks. Clinical Correspondence and Prescribing Support Review hospital letters, clinic correspondence and discharge summaries. Reconcile medicines following hospital discharge. Implement medication changes authorised within clinical correspondence according to practice protocols. Ensure medication records are updated accurately and promptly. Liaise with secondary care providers regarding medication queries where required. Medication Queries Manage medication-related queries from patients, carers and healthcare professionals. Provide specialist advice on medication use, side effects, contraindications and monitoring requirements. Support the practice team with complex prescribing decisions. Investigate and advise on potential drug interactions and prescribing safety concerns. Patient Consultations Conduct face-to-face, telephone and remote consultations for medication reviews. Assess adherence and support patients in understanding their treatment plans. Review high-risk medications and monitoring requirements. Manage patients allocated through GP triage systems where medication expertise is required. Refer patients to GPs or other healthcare professionals when concerns fall outside the pharmacist's scope of practice. Clinical Governance Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS. Participate in prescribing audits and quality improvement projects. Support achievement of QOF, IIF and other contractual requirements. Contribute to significant event reviews and medicines safety initiatives. Ensure compliance with CQC standards and professional guidance. Team Working Work collaboratively with GPs, nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team. Provide education and prescribing support to practice staff. Attend clinical meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions. Contribute to the development of medicines management processes within the practice. Person SpecificationEssential Registered Pharmacist with current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Experience working in General Practice, Primary Care Network or a patient-facing clinical pharmacy role. Excellent knowledge of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety. Strong understanding of long-term condition management. Ability to interpret and implement medication changes from clinical correspondence. Excellent communication and consultation skills. Ability to prioritise workload and work independently. Competent IT skills and experience using clinical systems. Desirable Independent Prescriber qualification. Experience using EMIS Web and Ardens. Experience undertaking Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs). Knowledge of QOF, IIF and NHS primary care contractual requirements. Experience supporting medicines optimisation within primary care. Personal Qualities Patient-centred approach. Strong attention to detail. Excellent problem-solving skills. Professional and approachable manner. Ability to manage competing priorities. Commitment to continuous professional development. Salary Dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacist with current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Experience working in General Practice, Primary Care Network or a patient-facing clinical pharmacy role.
• Excellent knowledge of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety.
• Strong understanding of long-term condition management.
• Ability to interpret and implement medication changes from clinical correspondence.
• Excellent communication and consultation skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently.
• Competent IT skills and experience using clinical systems.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacist with current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Experience working in General Practice, Primary Care Network or a patient-facing clinical pharmacy role. Excellent knowledge of medicines optimisation and prescribing safety. Strong understanding of long-term condition management. Ability to interpret and implement medication changes from clinical correspondence. Excellent communication and consultation skills. Ability to prioritise workload and work independently. Competent IT skills and experience using clinical systems.

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

Theale Medical Centre

Address

Englefield Road

Theale

Reading

RG7 5AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Theale Medical Centre

Address

Englefield Road

Theale

Reading

RG7 5AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

THIS VACANCY IS FOR A CLINICAL HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT THAT CAN TAKE BLOOD AND PERFORM OTHER CLINICAL HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT TASKS. THIS IS NOT A CARE ROLE.

Please do not apply for this role if you are not able to take blood.

1 year fixed term maternity cover with a view to possible extension.

Hathaway Medical Centre is a busy surgery with around 15,500 patients.

We have a great team, and strive for a positive and productive work environment.

Excellent patient care is at the forefront of what we do, and providing this we have an enthusiastic and proactive team of clinicians.

We offer a purpose built building, competitive salary and NHS pension.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced Clinical HCA with experience in phlebotomy and ECG's as a minimum, with a view to training on other tasks such as INRs, Health Checks, wound care etc, if this isn't already part of your CV.

We are keen to train our staff to the best of their ability, and we offer in house and external training as needed to complement existing experience and qualifications.

About us

We have a skill mixed team of Nurses, Paramedics, HCA' and Registered Nurse Associate, as well as our GP's, trainee GP's and medical students.

Our Clinical Healthcare Assistants are fully supported in a friendly and encouraging team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Healthcare Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT

REPORTS TO: NURSE MANAGER (Clinically)

PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively)

HOURS: 17-20 hours per week (Can be negotiated)

Job summary:

Working under the direct supervision of the Clinical Team and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the Healthcare Assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.

Duties and responsibilities:

NHS Health Checks.

ECG recording.

Phlebotomy.

INR's.

Diabetic foot checks.

Chaperoning duties.

Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses.

Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms.

Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions.

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being.

Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted.

Confidentiality

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

Health & Safety

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

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines
• Responsible for the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements
• Management and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the practice, including provision, ordering, availability and ongoing correct usage by staff
• Responsible for hand hygiene across the practice
• Ownership of infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice
• Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses / training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes

• Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that provision of hand cleansing facilities, wipes etc are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate.
• Safe management of sharps procedures including training, use, storage and disposal
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile, and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards / risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with other sector managers
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum twice annually)
• Routine management of own team / team areas, and maintenance of work space standards
• Waste management including collection, handling, segregation, container management, storage and collection
• Spillage control procedures, management and training
• Decontamination control procedures, management and training, and equipment maintenance
• Maintenance of sterile environments
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity

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

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

Personal/Professional development

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Quality

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

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

Communication:

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

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

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience of the role.
• Evidence of ongoing clinical updates and training.

Desirable

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths.
• Qualified to NVQ level 2 (or further) in Health and Social Care.

Experience

Essential

• Phlebotomy, ECG and other Clinical HCA tasks.
• Experience of working within a Clinical Nursing Team as a Clinical Healthcare Assistant.

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of working in a GP practice

Job summary

At Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS trust our Therapy service is recognised for its high quality patient care.We are excited to announce that we have the opportunity for a Band 4 Therapy Assistant Practitioner (12 MONTH FIXED TERM PART TIME 24.75 hours)to support the Elective Orthopaedic team at Alexandra Hospital,Redditch.

This post supports our vision of a dynamic and flexible workforce that has knowledge and skills in delivering modernised Therapy, focusing on providing treatment to elective surgery patients including hip/knee replacements and day case. The assessments facilitate compliance of post-surgery guidelines to maximise mobility and functional independence on the ward or on home assessment visits.

Full training is provided through our Therapy support worker skills programme.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals that will be able to demonstrate safe and effective patient centred approach to care. You need to be professional, self-motivated with excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously.

You will be working with and supported by a very skilled work force and expected to work within a multi professional environment.

The post holder will be expected to contribute to Bank holiday and 7 day working to ensure effective clinical delivery.

The post may close early should sufficient applications be received.

Please contact Beverley Phillips Therapy Lead Elective OrthopaedicsTel 01527 512146 or email [email protected]

Main duties of the job

• Maintain positive,appropriate relationships with patients,families and carers demonstrating respect,kindness ,compassion and empathy at all times.
• Works unsupervised to implement treatment plans.
• Liaise with MDT to facilitate discharges home.
• Assess recommend,order and issue Therapy equipment to enable discharge
• Communicate effectively to the patients and MDT
• Assess patients following elective surgery with mobility,functional/cognitive impairments and impairments of Activities of daily living.
• Demonstrates an understanding of role boundaries, the importance of supervision and carrying out appropriately delegated tasks. Able to understand and follow procedures, protocols, and plans.
• Gather and interpret relevant information including social history, and through working under protocols facilitates early discharge planning, liaising with family/care agencies as needed.
• Complete assessment visits alone or with another member of staff in the community setting to support safe discharges.
• Demonstrates the ability to provide complex and sensitive information.
• Understands the importance of accessing,maintaining,and storing documentation relating to care,in accordance with local guidance andlegal requirements for maintaining confidentiality and data protection.

• Maintain complete accurate treatment records in line with local and HCPC standards.
• Participate in and contribute to any service improvements/audits
• Provide administrative support to therapy team

About us

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.

The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester

Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.

We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.

Being open and honest

Ensuring people feel cared for

Showing respect to everyone

We are committed to developing a culture of continuous improvement by embedding the principles of our Improvement System.

We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.

DBS Checks and Costs

Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9365-26-0677

Job locations

Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B987UB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

Working as part of the Therapy and wider MDT, Therapy Assistant Practitioners (TAP) use enhanced skills in a specialist area to provide direct high quality and effective therapeutic care and support to a defined group of patients.Within the scope of the role, the post holder will independently (unsupervised) plan and deliver individual or group tasks where the understanding of role boundaries and the importance of supervision and carrying out delegated tasks and plans is essential.

This role requires understanding of factual and theoretical knowledge of principles, policies, protocols, procedures, processes within a defined group of patients. Although work is guided by standard operating procedures and protocols, the post holder must be able to make judgements to plan activities assess, treat and progress/grade and adapt treatment of patients in line with competencies set and assessed by the Registered Therapist. This knowledge should be utilised to contribute to effective discharge planning as part of the MDT.

The post holder will also co-ordinate and assist with the training and management of other Therapy Support Workers, thus providing a quality and effective support service to the Therapy Team. They will contribute to service development and demonstrate personal development as well as being responsible for supervision of others and delegation of tasks to other non-registered staff.

The post holder will participate in the weekend service. The speciality being dependant on experience. This service may include the treatment of children.Working hours will be dependent upon the service provided within each speciality, this may include 7-day working, working contracted hours within an extended daily pattern or participation in a relevant weekend /bank holiday rota.

Key Duties:

Domain 1: Formal Knowledge and Experience-

• Able to demonstrate substantial experience in health and care settings, including in the relevant field of work.
• Demonstrates the values of the NHS and commitment to personal and professional development.
• Domain 2: Supporting service users.-
• Develops, manages, and maintains positive, appropriate relationships with service users, families and carers, demonstrating respect, kindness, compassion, and empathy at all times.
• Able to work collaboratively with a variety of health staff, social care staff, professional staff, and others. Understands and demonstrates the principles of team and partnership working. Recognises the importance of support workers in service delivery, including the diverse roles undertaken by AHP support workers. Is able to define own role, for example by describing their duties and the roles of others. Domain 3: Clinical, Technical and Scientific Roles and Responsibilities, Knowledge and Practice, Support, and Interventions. Developed knowledge of clinical, technical, and/or scientific theory and practice, within their immediate field of practice. Understands the importance of evidence-based practice. Demonstrates an understanding of role boundaries, the importance of supervision and carrying out appropriately delegated tasks. Able to understand and follow procedures, protocols, and plans. Following appropriate training and demonstration of competency, works unsupervised with service users within the scope of the role and operational policies, protocols, and procedures, adhering to evidence base practice. Understands and gains valid consent prior to action or providing care, and records this appropriately. Assesses a defined group of patients with mobility, functional/cognitive impairments, and impairments of activities of daily living, including assessment of a patients fitness to treat, recognising at deteriorating patient and escalating accordingly any concerns to a registered therapist/ward staff. Gathers and interprets relevant information including social history, and through working under protocols facilitates early discharge planning, liaising with family/care agencies as needed. Works unsupervised to assess, plan, implement, progress/grade and monitor own treatment and care plan interventions, including adapting to circumstances/patients needs. Actively participates in the planning and development of personalised care plans by offering objective clinical and evidence-based information to inform planned activities. Monitors the effectiveness of treatments through evaluation of outcome and use of clinical knowledge and evidence base to progress the patient within defined protocols and recognises the reason for any unmet goals. Understands the impact of complex or urgent care needs and other factors encountered when prioritising care activities within their own or the teams defined workload. Identifies the need for ongoing rehabilitation/support and liaises with the MDT to recommend the appropriate level of care on discharge. This could involve referral to other agencies. Completes visits in the community setting to provide necessary assessments or interventions to support safe discharge. This may be completed alone or with another therapist/member of staff. Assesses for, recommends, orders, issues, and fits equipment as per scope of practice, as required by the service user, including demonstration of safe use of equipment to service users, carers, and other staff. Recognises an emergency, summons assistance, and acts as a member of the MDT within parameters of own competence and defined role. In settings where a registered practitioner is not present, initiates immediate first aid whilst awaiting the arrival of appropriately qualified practitioners. Domain 4: Communication and Information Management. Communicates effectively, through a variety of methods with patients, carers, and relatives to maximise rehabilitation potential through interpersonal, verbal, and nonverbal skills. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation, and reassurance. Exchanges information with service user and families using active listening, compassion, empathy, and coproduction techniques with the service user. Demonstrates the ability to provide and receive complex and sensitive information, including relating to service users. Judges the appropriate method of communication, ensuring information is provided in an accessible way. Actively listens and receives information, gives and acts on feedback. Understands the communication needs of others and adapts communication style accordingly. Manages barriers to effective communication and adapts own communication style as appropriate. Liaises and communicates effectively with registered therapists, acute ward and community teams and other members of the MDT, regarding referrals, ongoing care, rehabilitation needs, and discharge requirements of individual patients. Domain 5: Safe and Inclusive Environments. Contributes to the maintenance of healthy and safe working environments through appropriate practice, use of resources, techniques and behaviours and understanding of relevant legislation. Contributes to the application and evaluation of organisational procedures and protocols. Identifies and acts immediately to manage risks/unsafe practice or environments, including assessment of moving and handling, using local policies and procedures. Acts with integrity and honesty, ensuring individuals do not experience harm by reporting situations, behaviours or errors that might lead to adverse outcomes for service users. Is aware of the environment in which they work and how to maintain health and safety for themselves and others. Reports any adverse incidents, accidents, near misses or complaints in a timely manner, taking appropriate action where necessary, according to Trust policy. Ensures safe use of all mechanical and electrical equipment or medical devices used in the care of patients. Domain 6: Research and Service Improvement. Participates in, contributes to, and may lead, audits, service evaluation, and quality improvement projects relevant to own work. Applies research governance, ethics, protocols, and guidelines and may undertake more complex research activities including data collection and analysis. Disseminates research findings. Domain 7: Leadership and Management. Acts in a professional manner, demonstrating NHS Constitution values. Demonstrates role modelling,Takes responsibility for management, prioritisation, and leadership of own workload within the defined area of work, and within scope of practice. At times working without direct supervision. Identifies and develops own leadership skills Is aware of limitations of own knowledge and skills and actively seeks feedback. Completes all required mandatory and compulsory training Works with registered therapists to supervise, mentor and manage Therapy Support Workers /less experienced staff and apprentices, including induction of new staff and students. Contributes to the learning of the organisation, colleagues, and team Provides administrative support to the therapy team Domain 8: Personal and Professional Values and Behaviours. Demonstrates, through interactions with others, the core values of the NHS, Our NHS People Promise and WAHT Values and Behaviours. Understands and acts on own safety, health and wellbeing needs and supports the health and wellbeing of wider team.

Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose:Working as part of the Therapy and wider MDT, Therapy Assistant Practitioners (TAP) use enhanced skills in a specialist area to provide direct high quality and effective therapeutic care and support to a defined group of patients.Within the scope of the role, the post holder will independently (unsupervised) plan and deliver individual or group tasks where the understanding of role boundaries and the importance of supervision and carrying out delegated tasks and plans is essential.This role requires understanding of factual and theoretical knowledge of principles, policies, protocols, procedures, processes within a defined group of patients. Although work is guided by standard operating procedures and protocols, the post holder must be able to make judgements to plan activities assess, treat and progress/grade and adapt treatment of patients in line with competencies set and assessed by the Registered Therapist. This knowledge should be utilised to contribute to effective discharge planning as part of the MDT. The post holder will also co-ordinate and assist with the training and management of other Therapy Support Workers, thus providing a quality and effective support service to the Therapy Team. They will contribute to service development and demonstrate personal development as well as being responsible for supervision of others and delegation of tasks to other non-registered staff. The post holder will participate in the weekend service. The speciality being dependant on experience. This service may include the treatment of children.Working hours will be dependent upon the service provided within each speciality, this may include 7-day working, working contracted hours within an extended daily pattern or participation in a relevant weekend /bank holiday rota.Key Duties: Domain 1: Formal Knowledge and Experience- Able to demonstrate substantial experience in health and care settings, including in the relevant field of work. Demonstrates the values of the NHS and commitment to personal and professional development. Domain 2: Supporting service users.- Develops, manages, and maintains positive, appropriate relationships with service users, families and carers, demonstrating respect, kindness, compassion, and empathy at all times. Able to work collaboratively with a variety of health staff, social care staff, professional staff, and others. Understands and demonstrates the principles of team and partnership working. Recognises the importance of support workers in service delivery, including the diverse roles undertaken by AHP support workers. Is able to define own role, for example by describing their duties and the roles of others. Domain 3: Clinical, Technical and Scientific Roles and Responsibilities, Knowledge and Practice, Support, and Interventions. Developed knowledge of clinical, technical, and/or scientific theory and practice, within their immediate field of practice. Understands the importance of evidence-based practice. Demonstrates an understanding of role boundaries, the importance of supervision and carrying out appropriately delegated tasks. Able to understand and follow procedures, protocols, and plans. Following appropriate training and demonstration of competency, works unsupervised with service users within the scope of the role and operational policies, protocols, and procedures, adhering to evidence base practice. Understands and gains valid consent prior to action or providing care, and records this appropriately. Assesses a defined group of patients with mobility, functional/cognitive impairments, and impairments of activities of daily living, including assessment of a patients fitness to treat, recognising at deteriorating patient and escalating accordingly any concerns to a registered therapist/ward staff. Gathers and interprets relevant information including social history, and through working under protocols facilitates early discharge planning, liaising with family/care agencies as needed. Works unsupervised to assess, plan, implement, progress/grade and monitor own treatment and care plan interventions, including adapting to circumstances/patients needs. Actively participates in the planning and development of personalised care plans by offering objective clinical and evidence-based information to inform planned activities. Monitors the effectiveness of treatments through evaluation of outcome and use of clinical knowledge and evidence base to progress the patient within defined protocols and recognises the reason for any unmet goals. Understands the impact of complex or urgent care needs and other factors encountered when prioritising care activities within their own or the teams defined workload. Identifies the need for ongoing rehabilitation/support and liaises with the MDT to recommend the appropriate level of care on discharge. This could involve referral to other agencies. Completes visits in the community setting to provide necessary assessments or interventions to support safe discharge. This may be completed alone or with another therapist/member of staff. Assesses for, recommends, orders, issues, and fits equipment as per scope of practice, as required by the service user, including demonstration of safe use of equipment to service users, carers, and other staff. Recognises an emergency, summons assistance, and acts as a member of the MDT within parameters of own competence and defined role. In settings where a registered practitioner is not present, initiates immediate first aid whilst awaiting the arrival of appropriately qualified practitioners. Domain 4: Communication and Information Management. Communicates effectively, through a variety of methods with patients, carers, and relatives to maximise rehabilitation potential through interpersonal, verbal, and nonverbal skills. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation, and reassurance. Exchanges information with service user and families using active listening, compassion, empathy, and coproduction techniques with the service user. Demonstrates the ability to provide and receive complex and sensitive information, including relating to service users. Judges the appropriate method of communication, ensuring information is provided in an accessible way. Actively listens and receives information, gives and acts on feedback. Understands the communication needs of others and adapts communication style accordingly. Manages barriers to effective communication and adapts own communication style as appropriate. Liaises and communicates effectively with registered therapists, acute ward and community teams and other members of the MDT, regarding referrals, ongoing care, rehabilitation needs, and discharge requirements of individual patients. Domain 5: Safe and Inclusive Environments. Contributes to the maintenance of healthy and safe working environments through appropriate practice, use of resources, techniques and behaviours and understanding of relevant legislation. Contributes to the application and evaluation of organisational procedures and protocols. Identifies and acts immediately to manage risks/unsafe practice or environments, including assessment of moving and handling, using local policies and procedures. Acts with integrity and honesty, ensuring individuals do not experience harm by reporting situations, behaviours or errors that might lead to adverse outcomes for service users. Is aware of the environment in which they work and how to maintain health and safety for themselves and others. Reports any adverse incidents, accidents, near misses or complaints in a timely manner, taking appropriate action where necessary, according to Trust policy. Ensures safe use of all mechanical and electrical equipment or medical devices used in the care of patients. Domain 6: Research and Service Improvement. Participates in, contributes to, and may lead, audits, service evaluation, and quality improvement projects relevant to own work. Applies research governance, ethics, protocols, and guidelines and may undertake more complex research activities including data collection and analysis. Disseminates research findings. Domain 7: Leadership and Management. Acts in a professional manner, demonstrating NHS Constitution values. Demonstrates role modelling,Takes responsibility for management, prioritisation, and leadership of own workload within the defined area of work, and within scope of practice. At times working without direct supervision. Identifies and develops own leadership skills Is aware of limitations of own knowledge and skills and actively seeks feedback. Completes all required mandatory and compulsory training Works with registered therapists to supervise, mentor and manage Therapy Support Workers /less experienced staff and apprentices, including induction of new staff and students. Contributes to the learning of the organisation, colleagues, and team Provides administrative support to the therapy team Domain 8: Personal and Professional Values and Behaviours. Demonstrates, through interactions with others, the core values of the NHS, Our NHS People Promise and WAHT Values and Behaviours. Understands and acts on own safety, health and wellbeing needs and supports the health and wellbeing of wider team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Functional Skills (level 2) or Maths
• & English GCSE (grades 9-4 or
• A-C)
• National Care Certificate
• AND
• A foundation degree Health and
• Social care or equivalent level 5
• qualification and A-Levels and
• GCSEs or equivalent(s)
• Or as a level 5 apprenticeship
• (e.g. Assistant practitioner
• apprenticeship)
• Or equivalent clinical
• experience/expertise within an
• AHP profession underpinned by
• Theoretical, and practical experience.

Desirable

• Evidence of
• attendance at
• healthcare related
• course e.g. Dementia
• awareness, stroke
• specialist seating.
• A relevant further
• education qualification
• eg BTEC (Therapy
• Support Worker) or
• NVQ 3 in healthcare or
• Equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a Senior
• Therapy Assistant/or equivalent
• working with different patient
• groups/conditions
• Experience of working in an
• acute/healthcare setting with direct
• patient contact.
• Evidence of work using a wide
• range of Therapy related skills
• including grading, adaptation and
• progression of interventions
• Evidence of supporting other staff

Desirable

• Experience of
• organising and/or
• providing training to
• others
• Experience of group
• Working
• Experience of
• using fitting adaptive
• equipment

Skills/knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Basic aims and
• principles of Physiotherapy and
• Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of managing/ prioritising
• own caseload/working
• independently
• Ability to work autonomously using
• own Knowledge skills and initiative
• in complex situations,
• acknowledging role boundaries
• Effective and appropriate written
• and verbal communication/interpersonal skills
• Evidence of thorough, relevant
• self-development/ CPD activity
• Completion of broad-based
• competencies in therapy related
• skills
• Evidence of patient handling skills
• Computer Literate e.g. Microsoft Word PowerPoint Outlook.

Desirable

• Evidence of activities
• involving leadership
• management skills
• Understanding of
• professional, legal and
• clinical governance
• issues
• Previous experience of
• Electronic Patient Records.

Trust values

Essential

• Able to demonstrate our Trust values and behaviours: -
• Being open and honest we all communicate clearly and honestly, asking for
• help when we need it, and making it easier for the people around us to share
• ideas and concerns.
• Ensuring people feel cared for we all take responsibility for actively supporting
• and nurturing a kind and compassionate environment for ourselves and others.
• Showing respect for everyone we all act with consideration and fairness,
• valuing each other as individuals and appreciating our different perspectives.

Personal qualities

Essential

• Evidence of enthusiasm and
• commitment to the role in
• Worcestershire
• Proactive in self-development
• Able to maintain confidentiality and
• Professionalism
• Compassionate
• Evidence of appropriate personal
• attributes e.g. responsible, reliable,
• flexible, well-organised, initiative
• Evidence of good team working
• Ability to problem solve

other job requirements

Essential

• Right to work in the UK Valid Visa
• Ability to meet the physical,
• emotional and challenging
• demands of the role
• Able to meet the moving and
• handling requirements of the post
• Able and willing to work contracted
• hours over 7 days, extended daily
• hours pattern as required
• Able to contribute to the Therapy
• Weekend and Bank Holiday rota
• Able to fulfil the travel requirements
• of the post - Full driving licence and
• access to a vehicle (or alternative
• mode of transport)

Desirable

• Able and willing to
• commute between
• sites

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Functional Skills (level 2) or Maths & English GCSE (grades 9-4 or A-C) National Care Certificate AND A foundation degree Health and Social care or equivalent level 5 qualification and A-Levels and GCSEs or equivalent(s) Or as a level 5 apprenticeship (e.g. Assistant practitioner apprenticeship) Or equivalent clinical experience/expertise within an AHP profession underpinned by Theoretical, and practical experience. Desirable Evidence of attendance at healthcare related course e.g. Dementia awareness, stroke specialist seating. A relevant further education qualification eg BTEC (Therapy Support Worker) or NVQ 3 in healthcare or Equivalent. Experience Essential Proven experience as a Senior Therapy Assistant/or equivalent working with different patient groups/conditions Experience of working in an acute/healthcare setting with direct patient contact. Evidence of work using a wide range of Therapy related skills including grading, adaptation and progression of interventions Evidence of supporting other staff Desirable Experience of organising and/or providing training to others Experience of group Working Experience of using fitting adaptive equipment Skills/knowledge Essential Knowledge of Basic aims and principles of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Evidence of managing/ prioritising own caseload/working independently Ability to work autonomously using own Knowledge skills and initiative in complex situations, acknowledging role boundaries Effective and appropriate written and verbal communication/interpersonal skills Evidence of thorough, relevant self-development/ CPD activity Completion of broad-based competencies in therapy related skills Evidence of patient handling skills Computer Literate e.g. Microsoft Word PowerPoint Outlook. Desirable Evidence of activities involving leadership management skills Understanding of professional, legal and clinical governance issues Previous experience of Electronic Patient Records. Trust values Essential Able to demonstrate our Trust values and behaviours: - Being open and honest we all communicate clearly and honestly, asking for help when we need it, and making it easier for the people around us to share ideas and concerns. Ensuring people feel cared for we all take responsibility for actively supporting and nurturing a kind and compassionate environment for ourselves and others. Showing respect for everyone we all act with consideration and fairness, valuing each other as individuals and appreciating our different perspectives. Personal qualities Essential Evidence of enthusiasm and commitment to the role in Worcestershire Proactive in self-development Able to maintain confidentiality and Professionalism Compassionate Evidence of appropriate personal attributes e.g. responsible, reliable, flexible, well-organised, initiative Evidence of good team working Ability to problem solve other job requirements Essential Right to work in the UK Valid Visa Ability to meet the physical, emotional and challenging demands of the role Able to meet the moving and handling requirements of the post Able and willing to work contracted hours over 7 days, extended daily hours pattern as required Able to contribute to the Therapy Weekend and Bank Holiday rota Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post - Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (or alternative mode of transport) Desirable Able and willing to commute between sites

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B987UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B987UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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You will be joining a collaborative and dynamic team, with a culture rooted in professionalism, trust, and purpose. With colleagues across Denmark, the UK, and France, we value open dialogue, diverse perspectives, and the freedom to take initiative - all within a supportive environment where youre encouraged to grow.

Main duties of the job

As the Clinical Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management and performance of CT & MRI services, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, & in line with the highest clinical standards. You will work closely with NHS & independent healthcare partners, supporting teams across multiple locations while driving continuous improvement and exceptional patient care.

• Provide operational & clinical leadership across multiple mobile CT and MRI services.
• Ensure safe, effective, & high-quality diagnostic imaging services are delivered at all locations.
• Lead, motivate, & develop multidisciplinary teams, including Radiographers and Clinical Support Staff.
• Lead clinical teams & performance management
• Support with recruitment and onboarding
• Monitor service performance, utilisation, KPIs, patient throughput, and quality metrics.
• Build & maintain strong relationships with NHS Trusts, private healthcare providers, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with HCPC, CQC, IR(ME)R, Health & Safety, and company policies.
• Support mobilisation of new contracts and service expansions.
• Investigate incidents, manage risk, and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and patient experience.
• Work closely with senior leadership teams to support strategic objectives and business growth.
• Participate in the on-call rota, providing operational leadership and decision-making support outside core business hours.

About us

About Agito Medical

At Agito Medical, were here to make a difference - together with our partners and customers.

Since our founding in Aalborg, Denmark in 2004, weve grown into a trusted provider of smart, flexible, and sustainable diagnostic imaging solutions, systems, parts, and clinical services. Today, our team of more than 60 skilled professionals operates across Denmark, the United Kingdom, and France - helping healthcare providers across the world reduce wait times, improve resource efficiency, and enhance patient outcomes.

With over 20 years of experience, we continue to redefine how healthcare providers access imaging equipment - without compromising on quality, reliability, or sustainability. In 2024, we entered a new phase of growth with the acquisition by Duke Street, further strengthening our mission to provide forward-thinking healthcare solutions globally.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Purpose of the role

Ensures the delivery of safe, effective, patient-centred imaging services. Provides visible clinical leadership and support to the imaging team. Works closely with the Head of Service Delivery to ensure services are staffed with competent, knowledgeable staff who are focused on patient care and clinical outcomes.

Clinical Services

Ensures all services are compliant with regulatory standards, including CQC and IR(ME)R, IRR and MRI safety requirements.

Acts as the Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) and leads on radiation and MRI safety across the services.

Develops, implements and reviews clinical protocols, policies and procedures.

Leads the training, supervision, mentoring and professional development of radiology staff.

Promotes and monitors continuous professional development (CPD), clinical supervision and peer review.

Participates in the clinical workload, performing high-quality diagnostic imaging examinations (approximately 2 days per month).

Operational

Supports the Head of Service Delivery to manage staffing, rotas, and workforce planning.

Provides clinical input when mobilising services, linking with customers and business development managers.

Supports the recruitment of clinical staff, including reviewing CVs, interviews and offers alongside the HR and operational teams.

Oversees compliance and works with Service Delivery Team to ensure staff meet the standards at all times.

Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise service delivery.

Quality and Governance

Works closely with the Quality and Clinical Governance Lead to drive quality improvement initiatives, clinical governance activities and clinical audits.

Monitors and reports on KPIs and contributes to service development and business planning.

Manages clinical services budgets, revenue capture, stock control and resource utilisation.

Investigates incidents, complaints and risks.

Is the designated safeguarding lead &Caldicott guardian.

Holding secondary providers to account, monitoring KPIs and ensuring they meet quality standards.

Chairing meetings.

Writing and presenting reports.

Leadership

Acts as a role model, demonstrating high standards of work.

Leads and promotes a culture of continuous improvement in clinical governance, safety and quality management.

Ensures staff have access to appropriate training, support, and development opportunities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification to meet registration requirements.
• Active HCPC registration.
• Leadership qualification or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Radiation protection supervisor (RPS) training
• Caldicott guardian training
• Previous experience as a CQC registered manager or nominated individual

Experience

Essential

• Competent with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to analyse complex data and write and present reports
• Evidence of ongoing CPD in leadership/managers and clinical specialisms.

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).

Job summary

Are you an experienced Pharmacy Technician?

Do you want to work in a multi award-winning GP Practice based in one of Londons most popular suburbs, proudly rated Outstanding by the CQC in 2026?

The Richmond Road Partnership are looking to recruit a skilled, experienced, and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join our award-winning practices based in Hackney and Wanstead.

You will work closely with our Lead GP and Clinical Pharmacist to ensure the safe, accurate and timely supply of prescribed medication to patients. In addition, you will provide technical and administrative support to the Clinical Pharmacists and Clinicians as well as coordinating discharge summaries and medication reviews, playing a central role in repeat prescribing processes, liaising with our patients, carers, hospital and community pharmacies, responding to medication queries and updating medical records.

Interested? Apply today!

Main duties of the job

Support the effective management and safe operation of the practice repeat prescribing system and associated prescribing processes

Promote cost-effective use of medicines and minimise medicines waste

Support the practices High-Risk Drug Monitoring (HRDM) protocol

Ensure administrative work is completed in order to achieve and implement prescribing initiatives

Be a reliable, trained and informed resource to answer medicines related administrative queries

Promote the safe and effective use of medicines and support the provision of appropriate patient information, in line with local pharmacy and medicines optimisation guidance

Provide patient counselling and advice on the safe and effective use of medicines, within scope of practice, referring complex or clinical queries to the appropriate clinician

Supervise train and update practice receptionists dealing with all aspects of repeat prescribing, making the best use of their skills

Become a point of contact within and outside the surgery for all who deal with medicines related issues

To develop effective relationships with local Community Pharmacies in relation to medicines management - measured by increased quality of liaison

About us

Richmond Road Partnership have three Practices Richmond Road Medical Centre, Sandringham Practice and Alderbrook Medical Centre. We are forward-thinking, well-established and amongst the highest achieving both locally and nationally. In addition to a full complement of GPs, Nursing Staff, Physiotherapists, Social Prescribers, and Health and Wellbeing Coaches, we have an exceptionally strong and supportive Centralised Clinical Pharmacist Team who will support integration, development, and supervision of this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Works with PCN and ICB Pharmacists, PCN Pharmacy Technicians, GP Prescribing Leads and other GP staff and is required to:

• Support the effective management and safe operation of the practice repeat prescribing system and associated prescribing processes
• Promote cost-effective use of medicines and minimise medicines waste
• Carry out medication reconciliation following hospital discharge and other transfers of care, including for newly registered patients, to ensure medication records are accurate and up to date
• Support in High Risk Drug Monitoring process of the practice
• Ensure Administrative work is completed in order to achieve and implement prescribing initiatives
• Be a reliable, trained and informed resource to answer medicines related administrative queries
• Promote the safe and effective use of medicines and support the provision of appropriate patient information, in line with local pharmacy and medicines optimisation guidance
• Supervise train and update practice receptionists dealing with all aspects of repeat prescribing, making the best use of their skills
• Support the checking of competency of the above staff on an annual basis
• Become a point of contact within and outside the surgery for all who deal with medicines related issues
• Develop effective relationships with local Community Pharmacies in relation to medicines management (measured by increased quality of liaison)
• Participate in practice-based audits and quality improvement initiatives, supporting data collection, review and implementation of actions as required
• Support the practice in responding to MHRA and CAS alerts, medicines recalls and other medicines safety communications
• Support the management of shared care arrangements with specialist providers, ensuring relevant documentation, monitoring and communication are maintained in accordance with practice protocols
• Identify patients who may benefit from medication reviews and support the booking and coordination of appointments with the appropriate clinician
• Support the practice in delivering relevant QOF, QIPP and locally commissioned enhanced services

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician
• BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmacy services
• Accredited Checking Technician
• Minimum 3 year experience in a hospital, community or primary care pharmacy
• Experience with clinical computing systems.
• Experience with basic clinical information.
• Experience of working in a constantly changing environment.
• Computer literate: able to work with Word/Excel and e-mail.
• Methodical approach. Attention to detail in the compiling and verification of data.

Desirable

• Enrolled in, undertaking or qualified from, an approved training pathway. For example, the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP) or Medicines Optimisation in Care Homes (MOCH).
• Sound knowledge/Experience of working in a GP Practice.
• EMIS user skills
• Understanding of QOF

Experience

Essential

• 3 year experience in a hospital, community or primary care pharmacy as a senior pharmacy technician

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).

Job summary

Phlebotomist - Bank

Main Duties of the Job

Working as part of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing a safe, efficient and compassionate phlebotomy service to our patients.

Job Title: Phlebotomist Reports To: Management and Partners

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain patient consent for the collection of blood samples.
• Perform venepuncture in accordance with local policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records using SystmOne.
• Ensure the correct labelling, packaging and storage of samples for transportation to the laboratory.
• Work collaboratively within the wider practice team.
• Recognise and escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Act as a chaperone when required.

In addition to the above responsibilities, you may be required to:

• Participate in audits, meetings and training.
• Participate in local initiatives and research to enhance service delivery and patient care.
• Support and participate in shared learning within the practice.
• Complete opening and closing procedures in line with practice protocols.
• Maintain stock levels within clinical rooms.
• Support infection prevention and control procedures.
• Promote patient wellbeing and provide opportunistic health advice where appropriate.

About us

Watton Medical Practice is a well-established, patient-focused GP practice serving the local community in Watton and the surrounding areas. We are proud to provide high-quality, compassionate care within a supportive and forward-thinking primary care environment.

Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, allied health professionals, pharmacists, care navigators and an experienced administrative team, all working collaboratively to deliver safe and effective patient care. We value teamwork, open communication and supporting one another to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.

We aim to create a positive workplace where staff feel respected, listened to and encouraged to develop professionally. The practice supports ongoing learning, service development and innovation and we welcome team members who are enthusiastic about improving patient care and contributing new ideas.

Based in a modern purpose-built surgery in Norfolk, we offer a friendly working atmosphere with a strong sense of community. We understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to maintain a supportive environment where staff wellbeing is valued alongside high clinical standards.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

A4083-26-0010

Job locations

24 Gregor Shanks Way

Watton

Thetford

Norfolk

IP25 6FA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and colleagues.
• Build positive working relationships across all departments within the practice.
• Liaise effectively with GPs, nurses, administrative teams and external organisations.
• Demonstrate empathy, patience and understanding when dealing with vulnerable patients.
• Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of individuals, including those with communication difficulties or language barriers.
• Contribute positively to team meetings and practice initiatives.
• Promote a culture of respect, inclusion and teamwork.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

The post-holder will have access to sensitive patient and organisational information and must:

• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Comply with GDPR, Data Protection legislation and practice policies.
• Handle patient information securely and appropriately.
• Ensure information is only shared with authorised individuals in accordance with established procedures.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

The post-holder will:

• Contribute to maintaining high standards of patient care and service delivery.
• Identify areas for improvement and suggest solutions.
• Participate in quality improvement projects where appropriate.
• Support the practice in achieving contractual, clinical and quality targets.
• Work collaboratively to improve patient experience and access to services.
• Take responsibility for personal performance and professional development.

Health and Safety

The post-holder will:

• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.
• Use personal security systems where appropriate.
• Report hazards, incidents and risks promptly.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
• Participate in mandatory training and updates.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Watton Medical Practice is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. The post-holder will:

• Treat all patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect.
• Support an inclusive and welcoming environment.
• Recognise and respect individual needs, beliefs and circumstances.
• Deliver services in a non-judgemental and compassionate manner.

Training and Development

As a teaching and training practice, we are committed to supporting staff development. The successful candidate will:

• Participate in mandatory and role-specific training.
• Engage in appraisals and personal development reviews.
• Take responsibility for maintaining and developing their own knowledge and skills.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Support students, trainees and new team members where appropriate.

What We Offer

• A supportive, friendly and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for learning, development and career progression.
• The chance to work within an innovative and expanding practice.
• Exposure to a broad range of healthcare services and patient groups.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients' lives every day.
• A positive workplace culture where staff wellbeing, teamwork and mutual respect are highly valued.

Person Specification

We Are Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Passionate about delivering excellent patient care.
• Compassionate and committed to patient-centred care.
• Organised, reliable and able to prioritise workload effectively.
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a busy and sometimes demanding environment.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• IT literate and willing to learn new systems and processes.
• Professional, flexible and adaptable.
• Empathetic when supporting patients who may be anxious or vulnerable.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and high professional standards.

This role presents an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected and innovative practice where you can develop your skills, contribute to outstanding patient care and become a valued member of a team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our community.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to provide high-quality patient care.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic IT skills.

Desirable

• Awareness of blood-borne viruses.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a nursing or healthcare team.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice or primary care setting.

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified in Phlebotomy.
• Good standard of general education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Competent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to undertake role-specific training and continuous professional development.

Desirable

• Understanding of primary care services and the NHS.
• Knowledge of SystmOne or other clinical systems.

Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will: Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and colleagues. Build positive working relationships across all departments within the practice. Liaise effectively with GPs, nurses, administrative teams and external organisations. Demonstrate empathy, patience and understanding when dealing with vulnerable patients. Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of individuals, including those with communication difficulties or language barriers. Contribute positively to team meetings and practice initiatives. Promote a culture of respect, inclusion and teamwork. Confidentiality and Information GovernanceThe post-holder will have access to sensitive patient and organisational information and must: Maintain strict confidentiality at all times. Comply with GDPR, Data Protection legislation and practice policies. Handle patient information securely and appropriately. Ensure information is only shared with authorised individuals in accordance with established procedures. Quality and Continuous ImprovementThe post-holder will: Contribute to maintaining high standards of patient care and service delivery. Identify areas for improvement and suggest solutions. Participate in quality improvement projects where appropriate. Support the practice in achieving contractual, clinical and quality targets. Work collaboratively to improve patient experience and access to services. Take responsibility for personal performance and professional development. Health and SafetyThe post-holder will: Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures. Maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and colleagues. Use personal security systems where appropriate. Report hazards, incidents and risks promptly. Follow infection prevention and control procedures. Participate in mandatory training and updates. Equality, Diversity and InclusionWatton Medical Practice is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. The post-holder will: Treat all patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect. Support an inclusive and welcoming environment. Recognise and respect individual needs, beliefs and circumstances. Deliver services in a non-judgemental and compassionate manner. Training and DevelopmentAs a teaching and training practice, we are committed to supporting staff development. The successful candidate will: Participate in mandatory and role-specific training. Engage in appraisals and personal development reviews. Take responsibility for maintaining and developing their own knowledge and skills. Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Support students, trainees and new team members where appropriate. What We Offer A supportive, friendly and collaborative team environment. Opportunities for learning, development and career progression. The chance to work within an innovative and expanding practice. Exposure to a broad range of healthcare services and patient groups. The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients' lives every day. A positive workplace culture where staff wellbeing, teamwork and mutual respect are highly valued. Person SpecificationWe Are Looking for Someone Who Is: Passionate about delivering excellent patient care. Compassionate and committed to patient-centred care. Organised, reliable and able to prioritise workload effectively. A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. Comfortable working in a busy and sometimes demanding environment. Able to work both independently and as part of a team. IT literate and willing to learn new systems and processes. Professional, flexible and adaptable. Empathetic when supporting patients who may be anxious or vulnerable. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and high professional standards. This role presents an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected and innovative practice where you can develop your skills, contribute to outstanding patient care and become a valued member of a team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our community.Knowledge and SkillsEssential Ability to provide high-quality patient care. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Basic IT skills. Desirable Awareness of blood-borne viruses. ExperienceEssential Experience of working within a nursing or healthcare team. Desirable Experience of working in a GP practice or primary care setting. QualificationsEssential Qualified in Phlebotomy. Good standard of general education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Competent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office applications. Willingness to undertake role-specific training and continuous professional development. Desirable Understanding of primary care services and the NHS. Knowledge of SystmOne or other clinical systems.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience working within primary care or general practice nursing.

Desirable

• Experience using SystmOne.
• Experience participating in quality improvement or audit work.

Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development. Experience working within primary care or general practice nursing. Desirable Experience using SystmOne. Experience participating in quality improvement or audit work.

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

Watton Medical Practice

Address

24 Gregor Shanks Way

Watton

Thetford

Norfolk

IP25 6FA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Watton Medical Practice

Address

24 Gregor Shanks Way

Watton

Thetford

Norfolk

IP25 6FA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

As a Medical Staffing eRostering / Rota Co-ordinator you will be responsible for supporting the Operational teams to provide a comprehensive, high quality and effective service in the delivery of junior doctor rota co-ordination ensuring minimum staffing is maintained at all times. You will also be responsible for securing and booking bank and agency doctors at the appropriate rates.

The post holder will support clinical team roll-outs, successfully implementing the full functionality of the eRostering system including self-service, roster creation, roster administration, roster analysis/ approval, time and attendance, management dashboards, bank module and validating rosters for payroll.

Educated to degree level or equivalent experience, knowledge of Rostering platforms providing an eRostering Service and Roster building experience is essential. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work under pressure and work to project timescales is a must.

This role is to be worked over 5 days Monday to Friday

Main duties of the job

The key responsibilities of this role will include carrying out any tasks relating to the resourcing of Medical Staff for a designated specialty, ensuring an efficient process is followed to run an effective Medical Service 24/7, and minimise spend on locums whilst ensuring safe staffing..

The post holder will provide an efficient and high quality rostering data administration service supporting the use and maintenance of electronic rostering throughout the trust including integration with the temporary staffing system.

To deliver staff training and act as first level contact for enquiries from end-users.

About us

We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.

We want to attract staff who embrace our 'Right Care' behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients - we want to make these part of our DNA.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

423-8265000

Job locations

Airedale General Hospital / Gateway House

Skipton Road

Steeton / Skipton

BD20 6TD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information and full details of the role please see attached the job description and person specification.

This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance.

If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information and full details of the role please see attached the job description and person specification. This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance. If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Experience

Essential

• Degree level education (IT, analytics, HR or equivalent experience)
• Experience of managing rota's
• Experience of implementing eRostering, or working with eRostering platforms providing an e-rostering service.
• Roster building experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in different parts of the healthcare system
• Training qualification/ experience
• Experience of other workforce systems such as ESR and payroll.
• Knowledge of WTD & Junior Doctor Contracts
• Experience of working with a self rostering system
• Experience of working with Health Roster Allocate systems

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to learn new software systems
• Ability to support all levels of staff before, during and after an IT implementation
• Ability to investigate, analyse and diagnose complex information and information system issues
• Ability to work to project timescales
• Work to a high standard of data quality
• Work with low levels of supervision and high levels of initiative
• Ability to interpret complex information.
• Conversant in IT software systems e.g. Microsoft Office including excel, word, and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Experience of medical rota co-ordination
• Experience of working with Senior clinicians in decision making
• Proven use of databases for data collation, retention and extraction
• Experience of managing Anaesthetics rota co-ordinating rostering systems
• Familiarity with hospital systems and data collection processes

Person Specification Qualifications/Experience Essential Degree level education (IT, analytics, HR or equivalent experience) Experience of managing rota's Experience of implementing eRostering, or working with eRostering platforms providing an e-rostering service. Roster building experience Desirable Experience of working in different parts of the healthcare system Training qualification/ experience Experience of other workforce systems such as ESR and payroll. Knowledge of WTD & Junior Doctor Contracts Experience of working with a self rostering system Experience of working with Health Roster Allocate systems Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to learn new software systems Ability to support all levels of staff before, during and after an IT implementation Ability to investigate, analyse and diagnose complex information and information system issues Ability to work to project timescales Work to a high standard of data quality Work with low levels of supervision and high levels of initiative Ability to interpret complex information. Conversant in IT software systems e.g. Microsoft Office including excel, word, and PowerPoint. Desirable Experience of medical rota co-ordination Experience of working with Senior clinicians in decision making Proven use of databases for data collation, retention and extraction Experience of managing Anaesthetics rota co-ordinating rostering systems Familiarity with hospital systems and data collection processes

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

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airedale General Hospital / Gateway House

Skipton Road

Steeton / Skipton

BD20 6TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airedale General Hospital / Gateway House

Skipton Road

Steeton / Skipton

BD20 6TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

As part of the An aesthetics, Surgery, Critical Care and Renal (ASCR) Division, and in conjunction with the Divisional Operations Director, the Deputy Divisional Operations Director will provide strategic and operational leadership to the division.

The Deputy Divisional Operations Director is the first point of operational escalation for Specialties and will lead an agreed portfolio across elective and non-elective services.

The post holder will lead, manage and support the division to deliver its activity, financial, workforce and quality targets through the continued development of patient-focused services.

The post holder will also be the lead for performance monitoring, including a specific focus on areas requiring improvement.

The role will have line-management responsibility and will be regarded as a core member of the Divisional Management Team.

Occasional travel to other sites within the NHS Bristol Group may be required.

Main duties of the job

• Support the Clinical Director and Divisional Operations Director in all aspects of the Division's management as a full member of the Division Management Team.
• Lead the development and implementation of annual Specialty Service Delivery Plans incorporating activity, access, financial investment and efficiency savings, workforce, clinical governance and controls assurance targets, ensuring that the plans can be delivered within existing or planned resources.
• In collaboration with other members of the divisional senior management team, be responsible for the delivery of annual plans (including income and performance targets ) .
• Manage agreed budgets to ensure efficient and effective use of resources and achievement of financial targets.
• Performance manage the activities of the specialties to ensure the achievement of all objectives agreed with the Divisional Operations Director, initiating corrective action where required to meet activity and access targets, to achieve financial balance or as agreed with the Divisional Operations Director.
• Direct line management of staff, specifically the network managers hosted within the division, providing leadership and ensuring appropriate arrangements are in place to set objectives, monitor performance and agree, review and deliver personal development needs.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more detailed job description and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Graduate level education and/or professional qualification.
• Management qualification e.g. NEBs, CMS, DMS, etc (or equivalent relevant experience).
• Evidence of extensive and recent commitment to continuing leadership development.

Desirable

• Prince 2 Programme Management Qualification

Work Experience

Essential

• Extensive leadership and operational management experience gained in a large public sector organisation.
• Experience of managing a large budget and delivering significant and challenging annual savings plans.
• Experience of leading and managing substantial service change and redesign in a complex environment.
• Experience of effective budget management as well as development and delivery of cost improvement plans.
• Successful track record within operational management, gained within an NHS setting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Ability to manage complex operational situations across a range of professional and organisational boundaries.
• Demonstrable track record of performance management and improvement along with robust knowledge of RTT/DM01 management.
• Detailed knowledge of current acute Trust issues.
• Experience of developing and implementing strategic, annual, business, financial and capital plans.
• Experience of managing programmes of continuous improvement and change management in complex environments.

Desirable

• Developed knowledge of the provision of diagnostic services within a large acute Trust, underpinned by theory and experience.

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deliver highly sensitive or contentious information in a sensitive way.
• Excellent numeracy and literary skills.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Personal alignment with the Trust's 4 key Values: Putting Patients First, Recognising The Person, Striving For Excellence and Working Well Together.

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).

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist to join the Cancer Prehabilitation Service within South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. This newly funded post will support the continued development and expansion of oncology prehabilitation services, helping patients optimise their physical health and wellbeing before, during and after cancer treatment. The role will initially support established Cancer pathways whilst contributing to the expansion of services into colorectal cancer pathways. You will work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, delivering evidence-based interventions that improve treatment readiness, recovery, quality of life and patient outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an innovative and developing service that is aligned to national personalised cancer care priorities.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide specialist physiotherapy assessment, treatment, exercise prescription, rehabilitation, nutrition and wellbeing advice for patients undergoing cancer treatment. Working closely with the Prehabilitation Lead, you will manage a specialist caseload, deliver both face-to-face and telephone/virtual interventions, and contribute to the ongoing development of cancer prehabilitation pathways across the Trust. Key responsibilities include undertaking comprehensive patient assessments, developing personalised exercise and rehabilitation programmes, supporting multidisciplinary team working, collecting outcome data, participating in service evaluation and quality improvement projects, and contributing to education and workforce development activities. The successful candidate will also provide supervision and support to the Band 4 Prehabilitation Assistant Practitioner and play an active role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care that improves treatment tolerance, reduces complications, enhances recovery and improves patient outcomes.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role will support the clinical delivery and ongoing development of cancer prehabilitation and rehabilitation services across tumour pathways within South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Specialist Physiotherapist to support the extension of the Trusts cancer prehabilitation service which is currently established within Head & Neck and Lung cancer pathways, into colorectal cancer pathways. The post holder will provide specialist physiotherapy assessment, treatment and exercise-based prehabilitation and rehabilitation interventions, while working closely with and supporting the Prehabilitation Lead. The role will include providing specialist physiotherapy input within tumour groups, support the supervision of the Prehabilitation Assistant Practitioner, pathway development, and contribution to research, service evaluation and quality improvement including supporting workforce development across the cancer care pathway. This post will offer significant opportunities to contribute to service development within an evolving cancer prehabilitation model.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
• HCPC State Registration
• Continuing Professional Development - including
• evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office modalities
• Evidence of post-graduate competence, knowledge and skills.

Desirable

• An understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements, and NHS standing
• Post graduate qualifications in leadership, advancing practice or oncology
• Clinical supervision training
• Good understanding of psychology and nutrition in Oncology

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate NHS experience in core speciality areas
• Experience in a local authority, hospital, or NHS
• organisation
• Evidence of interaction with the public or patients in a care setting
• Experience of working directly with patients
• providing care and treatment interventions
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience working within
• oncology
• Experience of group exercise provision
• Experience presenting information to groups
• Experience of working in acute hospital and community settings
• Previous experience of delivering colorectal/cardiac/pulmonary rehabilitation or similar programmes

Physical skills

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical
• effort throughout the working day and to work within an environment with competing demands
• Able to meet travel requirements of post

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of prehabilitation/rehabilitation and its benefits
• Form professional relationships with patients who may need motivating and encouraging, in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture
• Ability to work with patients on a one-to-one basis,
• with awareness of own limitations, recognising and working within own scope of practice and seeking support when needed
• Ability to deliver patient centred care
• Able to evidence/ demonstrate values and behaviours aligned to the Trust
• Able to use initiative and good organisational skills: timely organisation, delegation and prioritisation
• Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Ability to independently follow guidance and
• tandards
• Ability to engage, empathise and motivate people
• Ability to work in a stressful environment with aggressive and emotional people
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Knowledge and understanding of psychological issues faced by patients in specialty area.
• Work flexibly in response to the changing demands of the service.
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Evidence of ability to be innovative
• and proactive
• Intermediate IT skills
• Understanding of an holistic assessment and be able to give advice for pain management, fatigue and breathlessness

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).

Job summary

Are you an excellent people manager with the ability to shape and influence service change? Do you have the proven ability to translate a challenging, fast moving and complex agendas into reality?

The Surgical Care Group is on an exciting journey of improvement and development to ensure that our services are focused on quality and safety. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic leader to join us and embrace the journey of continuous improvement and transformational change.

Reporting to the Associate Chief Operating Officer, you will directly manage the ENT/Audiology and OMFS Directorate. You will be responsible for ensuring operational safety, efficient and effectiveness of services, effective clinical governance and risk management, and budgetary/ workforce management.

Who should apply? You should be enthusiastic; experience senior leader looking to develop and expand your NHS managerial career. You must be able to demonstrate a strong performance focus and evidence sustained recovery and transformation services you have managed to date. You must be an experience manager who can lead a large team effectively ensuring performance and activity targets are achieved. You should be able to demonstrate how you have worked collaboratively and successfully with clinical teams. Finally, you should be passionate about improving care and up for a challenge.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide operational leadership and management for the Directorate working in partnership with the Clinical Director and Matrons. The post holder will ensure that the Directorate and its services meet their quality, activity and financial targets. Working with the Clinical Directors, Matrons, Associate Chief Operating Officer, Associate Chief Medial Officer, Associate Chief Nursing Officer to assist in the planning, objective-setting and change management within both the Directorate and the Care Group as a whole.

Improving Diversity and Inclusive Recruitment:

As part of the Trust's aim to improve diversity across the Trust, positive action is being taken and all applications for this post from BAME, Disabled and LGBT+ candidates can request to be considered under an expanded Guaranteed Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum criteria as specified in the person specification for this role.

Applicants will be prompted in the application form to declare if they wish to be considered under this expanded Guaranteed Interview Scheme, and their response would be visible to the Shortlisting Panel.

If you have any queries about expanded Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please contact Rob Saunders (HR Manager - Recruitment) in confidence via email [email protected].

About us

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.

The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester

Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.

We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.

Being open and honest

Ensuring people feel cared for

Showing respect to everyone

We are committed to developing a culture of continuous improvement by embedding the principles of our Improvement System.

We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.

DBS Checks and Costs

Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PERFORMANCE

• To ensure that the operational performance of the Directorate is effectively managed to meet agreed objectives and targets.
• To work in close conjunction with the Associate Chief Operating Officer, Clinical Directors and Matrons to set and deliver the Directorate objectives, in line with Surgical Care Group and Corporate targets and strategies.
• To manage and deliver income and expenditure (I&E) balance on the budget devolved within the Directorate.
• To plan and monitor performance against all activity targets and other service objectives.
• To ensure that all national and locally agreed waiting times and bookings targets are understood within the Directorate and met.
• To work closely with Cancer Services Team to ensure the appropriate monitoring and delivery of cancer targets.
• Prepare and plan to meet inspection criteria for external reviews such as cancer peer review, external QA audits and CQC inspections as appropriate.
• Alongside the Directorate Management team, to take responsibility for the delivery of national performance indicators relating to the clinical service.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• To be accountable for the delivery of income and expenditure (I&E) balance for the Directorate. This will involve a close, professional working relationship with the Directorate Finance Manager and the establishment and maintenance of an effective performance management system within the Directorate.
• To develop business cases and present to the Care Group team. These will often involve complex financial / activity analysis using financial modelling.
• To participate in pricing and costing, working towards relating patient activity, by diagnostic condition to expenditure.
• To ensure compliance with Standing Financial Instructions (SFI).

BUSINESS / POLICY / PLANNING

• To deliver the annual capacity and business planning process for the Directorate. Identify annual objectives, productivity and efficiency schemes, cost pressures, capital bids and workforce plan as part of this process, to agreed timescales.
• To support the Clinical Director, Matrons / Ward Managers, Departmental Managers and other key personnel within the Directorate to strategically review their services and identify areas for improvement and efficiency.
• To work closely with the finance and business teams to develop innovative methods of income generation (fully understanding the implications of patient choice), financial control, strategic planning and submission of bids for local and national funding.
• To draft business cases / briefing documents and papers, for submission by the Associate Chief Medial Officer, Associate Chief Nursing Officer to the relevant senior advisory and decision making committees
• To effectively manage the implementation of agreed outcomes from submitted papers / reports as detailed above.
• To ensure the review and update of policies / procedures and working practices across the specialities / departments within the Directorate to ensure standards of practice are maintained. To contribute to the update and rewriting of Trust wide policies.
• To ensure all Trust policies are adhered to within the Directorate.
• To undertake project work as directed by the. Associate Chief Operating Officer

TRANSFORMATION

• To lead Directorate clinical teams in service redesign/ improvement and clinical strategy development.
• To lead and advise the Care Group Team on the development and implementation of strategies within the Directorate that respond to key national initiatives.
• To identify opportunities to work with partner organisations in the integrated care system and regional tertiary services which improve the way services are delivered to the local population.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• To motivate and take line management responsibility (direct and delegated) for all non-clinical staff within the Directorate, with direct line management of the Directorate admin team.
• To work with the Clinical Director and Matrons to provide leadership to all staff across the Directorate.
• To ensure appropriate implementation of Trust HR policies.
• To oversee the effective recruitment, induction, training and development of all non-clinical staff within departments across the Directorate, ensuring that each member of staff has a robust appraisal.
• To support the Clinical Director in the monitoring and management of medical staffing in the Directorate, including job planning, workforce planning, recruitment and ensuring robust rota management is in place.
• To ensure Junior Doctor compliance in relation to European Working Time Directive, working closely with Clinical Directors to achieve this.
• On behalf of the Associate Chief Operating Officer, review workforce plans with heads of department, corporate staff group leads and HR to ensure appropriate and effective workforce planning in short, medium and long term scenarios.
• To ensure effective communication channels with all team members are established, maintained and developed within the Directorate.
• To work closely with the Human Resources team in developing a partnership working framework with staff representatives within the Directorate.
• To manage compliance with HR key performance indicators including the development of action plans for improvement.

GOVERNANCE

• To work alongside the Clinical Director and matrons to ensure the Directorate deliver all aspects of the Trust quality improvement strategy; maintaining the highest standards in quality, safety and patient experience for service users.
• To develop a strategy to enhance quality standards within the Directorate in line with the overall objectives of the Trust. Establish appropriate mechanisms to monitor achievement and take action in the event of underperformance.

• To work with the Care Group governance team and Directorate management team to ensure that appropriate processes are in place for the management, monitoring and escalation of governance concerns within the Directorate. These should be in line with Care Group, Trust and external processes.
• To ensure effective risk management and incident reporting within the Directorate.
• To be ensure effective complaints management within the Directorate, including adherence to timescales for completion.
• To support the clinical team in implementation of operational changes resulting from governance or quality concerns, tying resource requirements into financial and workforce planning and leading on implementation of change.

• To be involved with Directorate quality improvement initiatives, in line with the Trust single improvement methodology.

• To identify opportunities for change that will improve or assist the development of clinical practice and which lead to improvements in quality or efficiency within the Directorate.

CORPORATE & ON CALL DUTIES

• To participate in the Trusts management on-call rota.
• To investigate / hear internal staff grievances / complaints from other Care Groups as required.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Pragmatic diplomatic management of situations and processes
• Displays strong motivation and commitment to success Ownership of personal development
• Resilience to work with competing demands and maintain high quality work
• Able to travel between sites
• Able to take part in trust wide on call rota

Skills/ Knowledge

Essential

• Please provide an example of where you have demonstrated your ability to analyse issues and make judgements on a wide range of general management subjects e.g. Finance, HR, quality, environment and external issues
• Excellent communications skills including the ability to make effective formal presentations and informal approaches to a wide range of audiences, adapting the style and method of communication as appropriate.
• Able to form effective working relationships and partnerships across professional groups/ divisional boundaries and maintain personal credibility
• Well-developed IT skills to manage and report on complex performance management information
• Please provide an example of where you have demonstrated your ability to conduct negotiations with others in the organisation and externally
• Ability to quickly grasp new ideas/concepts
• Ability to influence and motivate staff to deliver targets
• Ability to critically analyse and interpret complex management and patient information and data sets to support decision making and service improvements
• Please describe a situation where you have contributed to strategic management processes and their implementation, such as financial planning, workforce planning, or service development.
• Knowledge of the financial flows in the NHS and the impact on service planning
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of employment law and good HR management practice
• Knowledge and understanding of national strategies/policy concerning patient care and national plans
• Knowledge of the clinical and corporate governance agenda and role of the CQC
• Knowledge of the inspection and regulation environment in which the trust operates

Experience

Essential

• Experience at a senior management level in an acute setting to include the following:
• Proven record of pro-active management to achieve key performance targets
• Demonstrable experience of service re-design/ business planning and change management initiatives
• Track record of effective financial management including delivery of efficiency savings, income and expenditure targets.
• Experience in managing and responding to a range of operational issues

Qualifications

Essential

• First degree or professional academic qualification
• Relevant Management qualification or equivalent

Desirable

• Masters degree and/or equivalent experience

Improving Diversity and Inclusive Recruitment

Essential

• As part of the Trust's aim to improve diversity across the Trust, positive action is being taken and all applications for this post from BAME, Disabled and LGBT+ candidates can request to be considered under an expanded Guaranteed Interview Scheme, if they meet the minimum criteria as specified in the person specification for this role. Here you can declare if you wish to be considered under this expanded Guaranteed Interview Scheme and this response would be visible to the Shortlisting Panel.

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Finance Officer to join our Acute and Community Finance Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to support the financial management of acute, community, ambulance, NHS 111 and Better Care Fund contracts.

Working with finance colleagues, commissioning teams and healthcare providers, you will support budget setting, reporting, forecasting, contract monitoring and payments. You will analyse financial information, monitor budgets and variances, complete reconciliations, support business cases and provide clear information for decision-making.

You will have finance experience, strong Excel and analytical skills, and the ability to interpret and present complex information clearly. You must be organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your NHS finance career, gain experience across a diverse service portfolio and work within a supportive team.

Applicants must hold a full AAT qualification, be part-qualified with a CCAB/CIMA accountancy body, or have equivalent relevant finance experience. You must demonstrate the technical knowledge and practical skills required, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

Main duties of the job

As a Finance Officer within the Acute and Community Finance Team, you will support the effective financial management of a wide range of healthcare services, including acute, community, ambulance and place-based contracts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the preparation of monthly financial reports, forecasts and budget monitoring information.
• Undertaking financial analysis, modelling and variance investigations to support decision-making and performance management.
• Monitoring and reporting on a portfolio of healthcare contracts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Processing journals, payment schedules, invoices and reconciliations, ensuring financial transactions are accurate and compliant with relevant policies and procedures.
• Supporting the development of business cases, efficiency programmes and service improvement initiatives.
• Preparing financial information and returns for internal and external stakeholders, including NHS England requirements.
• Building effective working relationships with finance teams, commissioners, healthcare providers and external partners to resolve queries and support service delivery
• Maintaining accurate financial records and contribute to strong financial governance and control process
• Contributing to continuous improvement activities, identifying opportunities to enhance financial processes, reporting and ways of working

About us

Birmingham, the Black Country and Solihull Integrated Care System bring together the NHS, councils and voluntary sector to serve 2.7 million people. Our vision is to be the healthiest place to live and work, improving life chances and reducing inequalities.

You will model system values, champion inclusion and actively address health inequalities, helping create an environment where everyone can thrive. In return, the Cluster offers a supportive, ambitious and inclusive environment with opportunities to develop and work across partners to deliver meaningful change.

The ICB is committed to having a workforce which is representative of the population of Birmingham, the Black Country, and Solihull Cluster. Our current staffing profile demonstrates that we are not as representative as we would like to be at this level within the organisation. We would actively welcome applications from women and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds for this role.

The ICB is registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We actively welcome applications from applicants with a disability and commit to shortlisting all such suitable applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you require to participate in the recruitment process.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder will be accountable for:

1. Supporting the Senior Finance Manager with monthly accounting processes including supporting monthly reporting to budget holders. This includes timely financial analysis and modelling on a routine and ad hoc basis to ensure that monthly reports and forecasts represent a true and fair view of the ICBs financial position.
2. Undertaking monthly reconciliation of the ledger to ensure that all transactions are coded correctly, to post ledger journals where required and on behalf of the team.
3. Undertaking in-depth financial analysis, interpreting data trends and variances, and presenting findings to senior finance colleagues and stakeholders to inform strategic decisions.
4. For a range of specific healthcare contracts and programme/projects to be responsible for budget setting and in-year monitoring and reporting of variances and areas of risk. This will also include supporting the team to meet any external reporting requirements.
5. Processing mandate payment schedules in line with contract values, processing non-purchase invoices ensuring these are correctly validated and coded.
6. Liaising and working with providers for the relevant contracts/projects and resolving payment queries.
7. Producing complex financial analysis and modelling to tight deadlines and to a high standard of accuracy, using information from various sources outside of the general ledger. This can include support to the development of healthcare programme reporting, for projects related to value and efficiency
8. Preparation of sales invoices and processing of credit notes and raising of purchase orders and liaising with suppliers and the finance team to ensure prompt and accurate payment of invoices/reimbursements.
9. Following financial policy and process to ensure funding allocations are spent in line with guidance and relevant accounting/procurement processes.
10. The post holder will be responsible for month-to-month management of the ICB cash requirements including, cash flow forecasting and cash management for specific budget areas.
11. Completion of reconciliations relating to contracts and other areas as required.
12. To support the implementation of projects and provide the financial support in the development of business cases as appropriate
13. Providing financial information to support financial returns/requests to external stakeholders, e.g. financial submissions to NHS England, Freedom of Information Requests, ensuring that all financial information is accurate and submitted on time.
14. Working to tight timescales and fixed deadlines with peaks in workload requiring increased focus and effort, particularly at month end and during the year end accounting process and the annual contracting round
15. Utilising benchmarking data to assess performance against standards set both internally and externally by NHSE
16. Contributing to the continuous improvement of financial processes, identifying efficiencies, and supporting wider financial projects as directed by senior finance staff.
17. To contribute to the development and improvement of the ICB finance team as a service provider by suggesting improvements to working practices; documenting procedures; maintaining a robust filing structure; organising own time to meet departmental and statutory deadlines; and supporting the development of other members of staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject, or equivalent level qualification, or equivalent demonstrable relevant experience
• Part qualified member of CIMA or CCAB accountancy body (or equivalent experience by qualification) or full AAT qualification
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Project management experience or qualification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written language and proof-reading skills
• Ability to produce error-free documents with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to compose a wide range of written communications, including analysing and summarising information, for a wide range of audiences
• Numerate and analytical, with the ability to analyse and enter a high volume of data accurately onto excel spreadsheets quickly to support monthly financial & management reporting.
• High level skills for communicating complex information with a broad range of stakeholders
• Problem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden and unexpected demands
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to reprioritise
• Able to function and remain focused in high pressure situations
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to achieve collective goals
• Ability to motivate and encourage others

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• A demonstrable understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a finance department
• Experience of routine reporting (monthly, quarterly, year-end) and of working to tight deadlines.
• Experience of working with large complex data sets, manipulating, analysing, and presenting
• Extensive use of ledger software and spreadsheet packages Intermediate Excel and MS Office skills to be used to regularly create files
• Experience of managing or maintaining information systems
• Knowledge of project principles and techniques
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, where adjustment to project tasks and other priorities occurs regularly
• Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
• Experience of achieving objectives by working with others not under your direct line management

Desirable

• Experience of financial management accounting in the NHS
• Broad knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices which require expertise within a specialism, or specialist knowledge across a range of areas underpinned by theoretical knowledge or experience
• Demonstrable experience in a business/project support or manager role

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Caring and considerate, with a genuine passion for improving the lives of our communities
• Respectful and able to listen to/take on board feedback from others
• Open and honest, ensuring that you are approachable in conducting your role
• Understanding of individual differences
• Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality
• Good time keeping
• Ability to maintain calm under pressure
• Flexible approach to work

Autonomy

Essential

• Ability to work to own initiative and maintain a high level of organisation

Additional information

UK Registration

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse to join the Cardiac Arrest Prevention (CAP) Team in a Sister/Charge Nurse capacity. The cardiac arrest prevention team provides a comprehensive service for the organisation including a significant training program for all clinical staff from basic through to advanced courses.

The teams main focus is to eliminate avoidable cardiac arrest through extensive audit programmes, rapid case reviews of any unexpected death or potential failure to rescue, teaching and providing professional support to clinical areas and individuals.

In addition to this the team provides professional advice in relation to cardiac arrest prevention and resuscitation, coordinates the procurement of equipment and organization of the hospital emergency teams.

Main duties of the job

The team plays a significant role in patient safety and is involved in proactively managing risk in relation to cardiac arrest prevention & resuscitation. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of cardiac arrest prevention & resuscitation training across the organisation and will assist with the delivery of a strategy that will enable staff to deliver high quality resuscitation care

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.

Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.

For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver effective cardiac arrest prevention training programs across the organisation.

Assist the Lead Nurse with duties that will enable the effective running of the cardiac arrest prevention service.

Contribute to the development of projects and strategy by leading on an identified aspect of cardiac arrest prevention or resuscitation practice.

Identify and proactively manage cardiac arrest prevention related risk

Act as an expert resource for cardiac arrest prevention and resuscitation related issues.

review any unexpected deaths within the organisation in order to identify any learning opportunities and identify any potential patient safety concerns. Following these reviews the post holder will provide any neccessary support to the relevant care groups

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Level 1 Qualification required.
• Degree in a health related subject or significant progress towards this
• Advanced life support provider
• EPALS provider or willing to work towards
• Effective communication skills and evidence of team work.
• Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team / patient and their cares.
• Prioritisation of workload effectively.
• Capable of working in a demanding environment.
• To take on additional responsibilities in department area of speciality.

Desirable

• Teaching qualification (ENB 998, cert ed desirable) or significant teaching experience
• ALS Instructor or instructor candidate desirable

Special Skills & Knowledge

Desirable

• Teaching qualification (998 or C&G) or relevant teaching experience

Special Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel frequently between hospital sites

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in a critical care environment (A&E, ITU, CCU, Anaesthetics) including significant exposure to cardiac arrest prevention/resuscitation.

Statutory Registration

Essential

• Full NMC Registration

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).

Job summary

Join the team at Central Clinic in Swansea as a Consultant Psychiatrist as we develop services and work towards a 24 hr single point of admission service supported by 2 treatment wards and 5 community mental health teams. It's a great opportunity to make your mark and drive positive change, with support from a multidisciplinary management team who are strongly focussed on working with clinical colleagues.You will have overall clinical responsibility for the management of outpatients, overseeing the Care and Treatment Plans, delegating responsibility and working with the multidisciplinary team.Accepting this role would see you join this experienced Mental Health inpatient service to provide care for men and women with mental disorders, you will focus on equipping people with the appropriate skills for community living. Additionally, Welsh Government have recently approved funding to develop a 111 telephone triage service which is a first in Wales with the development of crisis care being seen as a national priority. Aligned to this, working with and developing community crisis services will be a key part of the role.The consultant psychiatrist role is situated in the City Centre of Swansea at Central Clinic Swansea, which is a short commute from Cardiff, West Wales, Neath, Port Talbot, Bridgend and surrounding areas.

Main duties of the job

You will need to:

- Be medically qualified, MRC Psych or equivalent

- Be innovative and imaginative with the ability to initiate service improvement

- Have an excellent understanding of current developments in psychiatry and other aspects of mental health

- Have substantial knowledge of change management, relevant legislation, contemporary issues in mental health, knowledge of and experience in purchaser/provider contractual issues

You will get:

- Competitive annual salary

- The equivalent of 34 days annual leave (pro-rata)

- Career development and training

- Opportunities to develop your special interests

• Relocation support

Our values encourage continuous improvement and as such you will have the opportunity for regular career development to ensure you're on the cutting edge, at the top of your game.

Additionally, the service is supportive of staff developing portfolio careers and have excellent opportunities for you to explore opportunities in medical management, quality improvement, quality and safety, research and teaching.

About us

Swansea Bay University Health Board has responsibility for the health of around 390,000 people in the Neath Port Talbot and Swansea areas, with a budget of around £1 billion and employing 12,500 people. We are a University Health Board working in partnership with Swansea University, Swansea School of Medicine, the School of Health Science and the Institute of Life Science. The HB has three major hospitals providing a range of services: Morriston and Singleton hospitals in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot hospital in Baglan, Port Talbot.

The Health Board is part of A Regional Collaboration for Health (ARCH), which is a partnership with Hywel Dda UHB and Swansea University. Aimed at improving the wellbeing and wealth of South West Wales.

Swansea is Wales' second-largest city, and sits on the five-mile sweep of Swansea Bay. An ideal base for exploring South-West Wales, there is also much on offer for visitors in Swansea itself. Swansea has a range of shops, cozy cafes, great restaurants, art galleries as well as being able to offer good outdoor lifestyle with its beautiful coastline and beaches on the Gower Peninsula. Swansea also has excellent sporting facilities including the Wales National pool and liberty stadium home to the Ospreys and Swansea City football club.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£114,099 to £166,585 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-MHSG10203S

Job locations

Cefn Coed Hospital, Fendrod Ward

Cockett, Swansea, SA2 0GP

Swansea

SA2 0GH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details in relation to this post, please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification. These are available bilingually, in both English and Welsh.

Job description Job responsibilities For more details in relation to this post, please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification. These are available bilingually, in both English and Welsh.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Effective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
• Understands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")
• Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")
• Understands information systems and technology
• Clinical Skills including competence of using the Mental Health Act 1983 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005

Desirable

• Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving")

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the GMC
• Licensed to practice
• On Specialist Register with GMC as a specialist in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist Register

Desirable

• Further relevant degree/diploma
• Teaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")
• Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")
• Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")
• Development and commissioning of Mental Health services (what specific experience do you require of the post?)
• Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff
• Experience of the requirements of the role of Approved Clinician under the Mental Health Act 1983

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Flexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Ability to undertake on-call
• A commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")
• Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical development
• Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals

Person Specification Skills Essential Effective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate Understands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together") Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other") Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other") Understands information systems and technology Clinical Skills including competence of using the Mental Health Act 1983 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Desirable Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving") Qualifications Essential Registered with the GMC Licensed to practice On Specialist Register with GMC as a specialist in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist Register Desirable Further relevant degree/diploma Teaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education Experience Essential Evidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together") Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving") Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together") Development and commissioning of Mental Health services (what specific experience do you require of the post?) Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff Experience of the requirements of the role of Approved Clinician under the Mental Health Act 1983 Personal Attributes Essential Flexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks Ability to undertake on-call A commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving") Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical development Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals

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

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Cefn Coed Hospital, Fendrod Ward

Cockett, Swansea, SA2 0GP

Swansea

SA2 0GH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Cefn Coed Hospital, Fendrod Ward

Cockett, Swansea, SA2 0GP

Swansea

SA2 0GH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Looking for a kind, caring and compassionate Nurse to join our friendly Community Nursing Team.

Our team have been commended on the supportive environment we provide and for the development opportunities available.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our multidisciplinary community team as a Community Sister/ Charge Nurse / District Nurse. This post is offered on a permanentcontract. This includes coordinating and delegating individual patient care by working across boundaries within secondary and social care settings. The role is that of a caseload holder, providing clinical case management for patients with complex health needs who are at risk of deterioration which may result in declining quality of life, avoidable hospital admissions, or an unnecessary length of hospital stay.

The successful applicant will be based in Haywards Heath and will be expected to drive to the surrounding areas within our remit.

Main duties of the job

Community Sister/Charge Nurse / District Nurse

Some of your main duties will include (but not exclusive to)

a) In conjunction with other key professionals you will be accountable for a patient caseload and delegate responsibility to other professionals within the multidisciplinary team.

b) To apply advanced assessment of physical, mental and social care needs to provide clinical care and health promoting interventions that help avoidunnecessary hospital admission.

c) To interpret clinical signs and symptoms and diagnostic tests in order todevelop a treatment plan and /or treatment in conjunction with medicalpractitioners as appropriate. Provide advanced clinical advice to the widerhealthcare team to improve outcomes of patient care.

d) Enable patients to be as independent as possible facilitating a range of self management strategies.

e) Ability to develop and analyse audit, interpret data and use findings toenhance clinical practice.

f) Driving between patient home visits. Please see the attached job description for full details.

About us

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?o Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeingo Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussexo Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retiremento Excellent training, development, and research opportunitieso Accredited Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all our staffo Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brightono Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networkso Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust

Our values--Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence--guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Some of your key responsibilities will include (but not exclusive to)

• To case manage a designated caseload of patients and manage / delegate the delivery of care by the integrated team
• To support the team leader and clinical lead in the processes for providing, monitoring and improving the quality of care provided to patients. This includes risk management, complying with and contributing to CQC requirements and clinical audit.
• To have oversight of all clinical areas, facilitating junior staff to lead on specific areas.
• To deputise for the Clinical Nurse Lead as and when necessary. To assist in the recruitment of staff, appraisal process, risk assessment process, complaints and the performance management process.
• To provide clinical supervision / peer review including active clinicalleadership and mentorship to junior colleagues.
• To be aware of the Trust financial position and the implication on service delivery. To be aware of the cost of equipment/ supplies used and to meet the needs of the patient and service in a cost effective way. Including overseeing the management of clinical stock and maintenance of equipment in accordance with Trust policy.
• To review role in practice and participate in appraisal process to identify development needs and agree realistic personal development plans.
• To act as a practice assessor for staff and student

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN Qualification / degree or diploma, Post registration study or qualification, Mentorship or equivalent / practice assessor, Community specialist practice qualification (district nurse) or willing to achieve
• Leadership / Management course or willing to work towards physical assessment module or willing to work towards
• Case management / caseload management course or willing to achieve

Desirable

• Non-medical prescribing or willing to work towards

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration clinical experience
• Significant experience of working within a community setting,
• Evidence of up-to-date knowledge and clinical competences. Particularly in managing long term conditions
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of team leadership ability, Case and caseload management

Skills

Essential

• Good numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• Advanced communication and negotiating skills
• Current knowledge of local and national policies informing health and social care
• Knowledge of clinical governance/audit/supervision and professional codes of conduct Promote independence and choice in undertaking patient care
• Demonstrates leadership in practice and ability to manage a team including team dynamics, risk management and the ability to challenge practice
• Demonstrates competency in a range of skills including advances assessment skills, which reflect the holistic and ongoing nature of assessment, wound management, cauterisation, medicines management and administration, palliative and end of like care and management of syringe drivers
• Demonstrates an ability to create complex care plans based on the needs of the individual, family, carers recognising the third sector support available in the area

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel between sites, car owner/driver with access to a vehicle for work purposes, unless under the Equality Act
• Ability to work in a flexible way and respond positively to change
• Ability to work autonomously and make own decisions

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).

Job summary

The Adur Community Primary Care Network Team is looking to recruit a Registered Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team based in Lancing, providing care to housebound patients across the Adur locality.

Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced nurse seeking a new challenge, Community Nursing offers a rewarding and varied role, including wound care, long-term condition management, palliative care, catheter care, safeguarding, and care home support.

Successful applicants will receive a structured induction programme and ongoing support to develop their skills and confidence within the community setting.

We encourage prospective applicants to research both the community nursing role and Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust and be prepared to demonstrate how their skills, values, and experience make them suitable for this opportunity.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Community Nurse within the Adur PCN Team, you will provide high-quality nursing care to housebound patients in their own homes and care home settings. Duties include:

• Assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care.
• Wound assessment and management.
• Catheter and continence care.
• Administration of medication, including insulin where competent.
• Supporting patients with long-term conditions and complex health needs.
• Delivering palliative and end-of-life care.
• Safeguarding adults and raising concerns where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with GPs, therapists, care homes and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Supporting hospital discharge and preventing unnecessary hospital admissions.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to care planning.

You will receive support and development opportunities to build your community nursing skills and progress your career within a friendly and experienced team.

About us

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?o Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeingo Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussexo Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retiremento Excellent training, development, and research opportunitieso Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brightono Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networkso Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trusto Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values--Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence--guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will see on the Person Specification some of the competencies and expectations you will either have or need to develop if you were successful. The main aspects of the role are Diabetic Management, Wound Management including Leg Ulcers diagnosis and treatment, Palliative care working very closely with the Macmillan and GPs, Bladder and Bowel care including urethral and supra pubic catheters and other continence needs.

As well as the traditional type of patients as stated above, we work in partnership with the local health and social providers covering a specific group of people under Frailty.

Our goal is to deliver high quality care in the community, working with patients towards rehabilitation, self-management and independence throughout the continuum of care. To participate in a team of colleagues supporting evidence based care, facilitating staff learning and development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN qualification / degree or diploma
• ENB 998 or equivalent or work towards

Desirable

• Evidence of a range of clinical competencies

Experience

Essential

• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Is able to demonstrate the application of research based practice
• Knowledge of current local policies informing community health and social care services
• A clear understanding of the role of the Community Staff Nurse
• Promote independence and choice in undertaking patient care
• IT literate or willing to achieve within an agreed period
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance, clinical audit and clinical supervision, Professional codes of Conduct Ability to demonstrate knowledge/ understanding of boundaries of role Practice supervisor

Desirable

• Demonstrates competency in a range of clinical skills e.g. wound management, Catheterisation skills, medicines management and administration, palliative and end of life care including management of syringe drivers.

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to reflect and learn from situations
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and development Identifies difficulties as challenges and works with others to identify solutions
• A clear understanding of the role of Community staff nurse
• Demonstrate a high level of understanding of self, able to identify personal limitations and shows openness to address them
• Car Driver with access to a vehicle for work purposes, unless under the Equality Act for reasonable adjustments

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).

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate General Practitioner (GP) to join our GP practice and provide high-quality, patient-centred medical care. The successful candidate will assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions, while supporting patients with preventative healthcare and ongoing wellbeing.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the GP will contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the practice and work collaboratively with clinical and administrative colleagues to ensure patients receive safe, effective and accessible care.

Main duties of the job

Conduct face-to-face and remote consultations, assessing patients and developing appropriate management plans.

Diagnose and treat a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions.

Provide ongoing management and monitoring of patients with long-term conditions.

Prescribe medications safely and appropriately in accordance with current guidance.

Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and other healthcare professionals where required.

Provide preventative healthcare, including health promotion, screening and lifestyle advice.

Maintain accurate, timely and confidential patient records.

Respond appropriately to urgent and complex clinical presentations.

Work collaboratively with nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, administrative staff and other members of the wider healthcare team.

Participate in clinical meetings, significant event reviews, audits and practice development activities.

Maintain professional knowledge and skills through continuing professional development (CPD).

Follow practice policies, clinical guidelines, safeguarding requirements and relevant NHS standards.

Contribute to quality improvement and the ongoing development of services within the practice.

About us

We are a friendly, patient-focused GP practice committed to providing high-quality, safe and accessible healthcare to our local community. Our aim is to deliver personalised care that meets the individual needs of our patients while promoting health, wellbeing and preventative care.

Our practice is supported by a multidisciplinary team of GPs, nurses, healthcare professionals and administrative staff who work collaboratively to provide a comprehensive range of primary care services. We value teamwork, open communication and a supportive working environment where all members of staff are encouraged to contribute to the continued development of the practice.

We are committed to delivering care in line with current clinical guidance and NHS standards, while continually looking for opportunities to improve our services and patient experience.

We value our staff and recognise the important contribution each team member makes to the practice. We encourage professional development, learning and innovation, and strive to create a positive working environment where staff feel supported, respected and valued.

As a practice, we are proud to serve our local community and remain committed to providing compassionate, inclusive and high-quality primary care to our patients.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The General Practitioner will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care to patients registered with the practice. The role will involve assessing, diagnosing and treating a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, providing preventative healthcare, prescribing appropriately and making referrals where required.

The GP will work collaboratively with the wider practice team to ensure safe, effective and compassionate care, while maintaining accurate clinical records and complying with relevant NHS, GMC and practice standards.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent clinical judgement, communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality care and supporting the ongoing development of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification Criteria
• GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• MRCGP qualification or equivalent.
• Relevant primary care/GP experience.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Current DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training.
• Appropriate indemnity cover.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
• Right to work in the UK.

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).

Job summary

Every year, our clinical teams support hundreds of patients and families across Milton Keynes, none of it would be safe or effective without excellent clinical governance behind it. We're looking for an experienced clinical governance and quality leader to take ownership of clinical governance and quality assurance: someone who can build a culture where learning and improvement come naturally, where regulatory compliance is a source of confidence rather than anxiety, and where every member of our clinical team feels supported to deliver their best work.

Main duties of the job

As Head of Clinical Quality and Governance, you'll lead the systems and culture that keep our care safe, effective and continually improving. You'll take ownership of clinical audit, risk management and incident learning, working closely with our Director of Clinical Services, and clinical leads across the organisation. You'll lead our readiness for Care Quality Commission inspection, produce our annual Quality Account, and act as Controlled Drugs Accountable Officer. You'll also line manage our Practice Development Lead and Data Analyst, shaping the training and evidence base that underpins excellent palliative and end of life care across Willen Hospice. This is a role for someone who wants their expertise to be felt in every ward round, home visit and difficult conversation we have with a family not just in a policy folder. What you'll bring Substantial experience in a senior clinical governance, quality or risk management role within a health or social care setting. A confident, working knowledge of the Care Quality Commission's fundamental standards, and experience of preparing for and hosting regulatory inspection. A track record of leading clinical audit and quality improvement programmes that lead to real, visible change. Experience of investigating incidents and complaints, ideally including root cause analysis and the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF). The confidence to present clearly, and the warmth to support a nurse having a difficult day. A genuine commitment to the values and mission of hospice care.

About us

Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice isthe leading provider of specialist palliative care in the Milton Keynes area. We offer round-the-clock, expert care to local patients with a life-limiting illness, both in their own homes and in our In-Patient Unit. Our passionate staff and volunteers make sure our care is personalised to each patients needs and supports their loved ones too.We have a thriving Therapeutic & Wellbeing service providing counselling, physiotherapy, activity groups and more, and aspecialist Lymphoedema service. As a registered charity, we raise vital funds through our dedicated Business Development teamand our growing portfolio of high street and online shops, to ensure our care stays free of charge. Why Join Us? A Role with Purpose Be part of a team delivering outstanding palliative care. Supportive & Caring Environment Work with passionate colleagues. Great Benefits Package Including 35 days' holiday, contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity/sick pay, and ongoing professional development. Perks & Extras Free on-site parking, subsidised catering, Blue Light Card discounts (with membership), and an Employee Assistance Programme. This is more than a jobits a chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients and families during some of their most vulnerable moments. Youll be part of a compassionate, diverse, and committed team that puts quality care and dignity at the heart of everything we do. Apply today and become part of something meaningful. This appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Help us make sure every person we care for receives safe, effective and compassionate care, every single time.

Every year, our clinical teams support hundreds of patients and families across Milton Keynes, none of it would be safe or effective without excellent clinical governance behind it.

We're looking for an experienced clinical governance and quality leader to take ownership of clinical governance and quality assurance: someone who can build a culture where learning and improvement come naturally, where regulatory compliance is a source of confidence rather than anxiety, and where every member of our clinical team feels supported to deliver their best work.

About the role

As Head of Clinical Quality and Governance, you'll lead the systems and culture that keep our care safe, effective and continually improving. You'll take ownership of clinical audit, risk management and incident learning, working closely with our Director of Clinical Services, and clinical leads across the organisation.

You'll lead our readiness for Care Quality Commission inspection, produce our annual Quality Account, and act as Controlled Drugs Accountable Officer.

You'll also line manage our Practice Development Lead and Data Analyst, shaping the training and evidence base that underpins excellent palliative and end of life care across Willen Hospice.

This is a role for someone who wants their expertise to be felt in every ward round, home visit and difficult conversation we have with a family not just in a policy folder.

What you'll bring

• Substantial experience in a senior clinical governance, quality or risk management role within a health or social care setting.
• A confident, working knowledge of the Care Quality Commission's fundamental standards, and experience of preparing for and hosting regulatory inspection.
• A track record of leading clinical audit and quality improvement programmes that lead to real, visible change.
• Experience of investigating incidents and complaints, ideally including root cause analysis and the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF).
• The confidence to present clearly, and the warmth to support a nurse having a difficult day.
• A genuine commitment to the values and mission of hospice care.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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).

Job summary

A Consultant Interventional Radiologist is required at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust for a busy and expanding Department.

The post will include sessions at the two main hospital sites within an overall flexible group job planning format, with an agreed overall sessional make up as described below. Any potential candidate who wishes to be considered for a part-time or flexible working arrangement is also welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Duties will include performing of vascular and non-vascular interventional procedures carried out within the main site for our inpatient as well as outpatient population. Duties will also include a commitment to the general diagnostic workload of the department and participation on the general radiology on call rota, there is currently no out of hours interventional rota.

To develop and maintain advanced clinical skills relating to interventional patients.

You will be expected to work flexibly according to changes in work patterns and requirements and will be required to participate in the general on-call rota (1:24 cross county on call). Prospective cover of annual and study leave is in place.

You will also be expected to be involved in the organisation and administration of the Radiology Department and teaching of other clinical staff including participation in regular clinico-radiological meetings with other Consultants. You will be involved in the training of junior Radiology staff.

To develop enhanced clinical skills, especially in the assessment and management of acutely ill patients.

To have excellent team-working skills with the abilities and professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team.

To deliver clinical and quality targets agreed both nationally and locally with clinical teams and commissioners.

To follow patients throughout their clinical pathways.

About us

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital services for around half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales.

Encompassing some of the most picturesque parts of England and Wales, the Trust's catchment stretches from the Cambrian Mountains in the west, to Newport and the fringes of the Black Country in the east. The main towns include: Bridgnorth, Ludlow, Market Drayton, Oswestry, Shrewsbury and Whitchurch (in Shropshire); Newport, Telford and Wellington (in Telford & Wrekin); and Newtown and Welshpool (in Powys) - all beautiful and unique.

Our main service locations are the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) in Shrewsbury which are located 20 minutes' drive apart. Together they provide 99% of our activity. Both hospitals provide a wide range of acute hospital services including accident & emergency, outpatients, diagnostics, inpatient medical care and critical care.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

RSH/RADIO/CON/T2/024

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

A formal job plan will be agreed between the successful candidate and their Clinical Director and consultant colleagues, on behalf of the Medical Director within 3 months of starting in post. A full-time job plan is based on a 10 PA working week. The job plan will be reviewed annually and is a prospective agreement that sets out the consultant's duties, responsibilities, and objectives for the coming year. It covers all aspects of a consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It will provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external and will include personal objectives, detailing links to wider service improvements and trust strategic priorities.

For a full-time contract, the job plan will be divided on average per week (pro-rata for a part time post) as: 7.5 Programmed Activities (PAs) of Direct Clinical Care - includes clinical activity, clinically related activity and predictable and unpredictable emergency work. 2.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs) - includes CPD, audit, teaching and research.

The allocation of PAs is reviewed and may be subject to adjustment when a further diary exercise is undertaken or if the service demands a review of the team job plan.

Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with other consultant colleagues.

Job description Job responsibilities A formal job plan will be agreed between the successful candidate and their Clinical Director and consultant colleagues, on behalf of the Medical Director within 3 months of starting in post. A full-time job plan is based on a 10 PA working week. The job plan will be reviewed annually and is a prospective agreement that sets out the consultant's duties, responsibilities, and objectives for the coming year. It covers all aspects of a consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It will provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external and will include personal objectives, detailing links to wider service improvements and trust strategic priorities. For a full-time contract, the job plan will be divided on average per week (pro-rata for a part time post) as: 7.5 Programmed Activities (PAs) of Direct Clinical Care - includes clinical activity, clinically related activity and predictable and unpredictable emergency work. 2.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs) - includes CPD, audit, teaching and research. The allocation of PAs is reviewed and may be subject to adjustment when a further diary exercise is undertaken or if the service demands a review of the team job plan. Any applicant who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with other consultant colleagues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification
• FRCR or equivalent

Entry Criteria

Essential

• Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) OR Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)
• Evidence of commitment to Clinical Audit and Research
• Clinical training equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Clinical Radiology
• Experience in Interventional Radiology

Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification FRCR or equivalent Entry Criteria Essential Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC) Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) OR Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) Evidence of commitment to Clinical Audit and Research Clinical training equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Clinical Radiology Experience in Interventional Radiology

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you great with people, very organised, and passionate about patient care? Our Oncology Service is looking for a motivated friendly and confident individual with experience of working within a very busy and fast-paced patient facing environment to come and join our team.

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is an Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) and one of the largest Trusts in the country. Our mission is to provide world class healthcare for our patients, through excellence in research, education and training.

We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic person to join our Oncology GTD Administration team to provide efficient administrative support to the GTD Service, ensuring the smooth coordination of patient screening, preparation and dispatch of testing kits, and general administration. The post holder will be expected to organise and prioritise their own workload and to work closely with clinical colleagues in order to ensure the continuity of service for our patients at all times.

This is a great opportunity for an excellent administrator to develop and learn within a complex, fast-paced environment. You will have excellent team working, interpersonal and communication skills with the vision and enthusiasm to continually develop both yourself and the service.

This post is a fixed term role for 6 months consisting of 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00.

Main duties of the job

Patient Screening and Communication

• Conduct screening telephone calls with patients in accordance with service protocols.
• Provide patients with clear information regarding testing processes, appointments, and kit requirements.
• Escalate any clinical concerns or queries to the appropriate healthcare professional.
• Maintain a professional and compassionate approach when communicating with patients.
• Accurately document outcomes of patient calls and update relevant databases and patient records.

Kit Preparation and Dispatch

• Prepare patient testing kits for distribution, ensuring all required documentation and materials are included.
• Arrange timely dispatch of kits to patients.
• Monitor stock levels of kits and associated materials and report shortages.
• Maintain accurate records of kits sent, received, and processed.
• Liaise with courier services and internal departments as required.

Administrative Support

• • Print, prepare, and distribute clinical reports and associated documentation.
  • Input and maintain patient information on relevant electronic systems and databases.
  • File, scan, and manage documentation in line with information governance requirements.
  • Support appointment administration.
  • Respond to telephone and email enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Assist with data collection, audits, and service reporting as required.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• A-Levels or equivalent knowledge or experience

Desirable

• Medical terminology

Experience

Essential

• Administrative experience
• Basic IT literacy

Desirable

• Previous experience in an NHS institution

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Clear and effective communication skills
• Team player

Desirable

• Service sector work (preferably hospital)
• Experience with using Cerner and Aria systems

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).

Job summary

The post is to work as a Research Assistant on two trials being run in the Hub for Advancing Research in Psychosis. You will work half time on the EASE Trial, an NIHR funded randomised controlled trial (RCT) that aims to examine the value of EMDR for people with early psychosis, and a history of distressing life experiences. You will also work half time on the Mouth Matters study which is a research trial examining the impact of a link worker in helping people with psychosis to access dental care.

The post is full time for 20 months on a fixed term basis.

The post holder will be responsible for recruiting eligible participants to the trials, conducting assessments using validated clinical measures to confirm the eligibility of participants, and to conduct baseline and follow up assessments. Administrative requirements will include timely and accurate documentation, updating clinical records, and managing record-keeping databases. This post will involve travelling to, and working across, multiple locations including NHS settings and participants' homes. Hence, the post holder must be comfortable lone working, within a supported and structured risk management protocol. Applicants should be able to work warmly and sensitively with people experiencing distress, and be able to manage their own wellbeing using available supervision and support structures.

Main duties of the job

Your job purpose will be to promote the study and work with the psychosis service to identify potential participants. You will take informed consent from participants and conduct the trials assessments at the appropriate time points. You will carefully follow the research protocol and avoid being unblinded to which condition participants have been randomised too. You will input data and manage your own diary and workload.

You will have a good first degree in Psychology (at least a 2:1). You will have some experienceofworking in a mental health setting as an Assistant Psychologist or Research Assistant (or equivalent experience), and aninterestin psychosis, trauma, and/or other serious mental health difficulties. Knowledgeofaudit, research design and data management is essential. Experienceofusing a structured psychiatric interview would be advantageous. Experience of recruiting research participants from diverse communities that are often under-represented in research would also be beneficial for the role. We particularly encourage applicants interested in developing their own skills and knowledge, and contributing to the wider research team.

. Interviews will be on Thursday and Friday the 29th and 30th October.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details and further information about the two studies.

Advertising date : 22nd September 2026

Closing date : 6th October 2026

We welcome your application.

Please note - this vacancy may close early once a suitable number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Upper 2nd class honours degree, or higher, in psychology
• gibility for graduate membership of British Psychological Society.

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in relevant areas of psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Paid or unpaid work with people with mental health problems and/or other disabilities.
• Knowledge of evidence based practice

Desirable

• Experience of paid work in direct care provision.
• Experience with client group relevant to post.
• Experience of psychometric test administration and interpretation.
• Experience of providing individual or group interventions.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• High level of communication skills (written and oral), including an ability to communicate and work in highly emotive circumstances.
• Demonstrates graduate level knowledge and experience of research and research methodology.
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems and other disabilities.
• Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health / cognitive impairment / disability context.
• Computer literate, including use of databases & data analysis, e.g. SPSS for Windows.
• Demonstrates graduate level knowledge and experience of research and research methodology.
• An understanding of psychology applied to healthcare.

Desirable

• A high standard of report writing.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively
• Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our experienced and motivated musculoskeletal physiotherapy team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, well-motivated, friendly, and professional individual with excellent organisational and communication skills. This is a full-time post, and you will be required to work both independently and as part of a team.

You would be joining a diverse group of physiotherapists, assistants, clinical specialists, and the lead clinical academic for therapies.

Main duties of the job

• To assist qualified therapy staff to deliver patient care, assessment and treatment including individual and group sessions.
• To carry out tasks, activities and responsibilities delegated by a qualified therapist. To follow instructions of treating qualified therapist to treat patients following a designated treatment plan.
• To communicate with patients, carers and relatives to obtain specific information as directed by the therapist.
• To deal sensitively and constructively with patients and carers who have high levels of anxiety frustration or aggression caused by a variety of issues, such as pain, poor prognosis or limited mobility.
• Care Certificate competencies will need to be achieved within six months of commencement of employment.
• To develop and improve clinical and non-clinical competencies through a work-based development programme.
• To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with the legal requirements, trust guidelines and professional standard of practice.
• Provide cover for colleagues as appropriate.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• General Education to GCSE level including English/ equivocal English qualification.

Desirable

• Care Certificate
• Undergone relevant theoretical and practical work-based training or holds academic/NVQ level III qualification.
• Previous Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy / Speech and Language or Dietetic Assistant experience.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the public.
• Previous experience of caring for people in or outside of work.
• Demonstrates knowledge of health care delivery.
• Experience of administrative work e.g. photocopying, filing.
• Experience working in a team.
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the role of the relevant therapy professions.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within therapy departments.
• Previous experience of working in hospital setting.

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Able to follow instruction and work both independently and within a team carrying out clinical and administration duties.
• Demonstrate insight into caring/supportive role.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritise own workload in order to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of the therapy support worker role and its limitations and be able and willing to seek advice and assistance from qualified staff as required.
• Knowledge of health and safety, diversity and confidentiality issues.
• Basic IT skills
• Organisational skills
• Demonstrates initiative and self motivation.
• Able to work flexibly based on the needs of the service.
• Ability to comprehend and work within the Trusts policies and procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to manage time and prioritise workload.
• To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions.

Desirable

• Experience in UK health care system.
• Knowledge of basic administrative processes.

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).