Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Cygnet Group are looking for a confident Mental Health Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join our team at Cygnet Sedgley House.

You will be working42hours a week, including days, nights & weekends,making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Sedgley House.

Cygnet Sedgley House is a 20-bed service providing a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) including occupational therapy, psychology and psychiatry, with support from registered nurses and support workers. We can provide support for those in the early stages of their rehabilitation journey, including one-to-one support where needed. We offer activities and therapies on-site, as well as accessing community resources.

**Must have a minimum of 12 months' experience working with Mental Health /Challenging Behaviour**

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary: £13.15 Per Hour

• Increasing to £13.45 Per Hour after 6 Months

• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme

• Free meal on shift

• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime

• Regular coaching & appraisal

• Expert supervision & peer support

• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

• Recruitment referr als

Your day-to-day

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care

• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support

• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way

• Assist with medical & welfare needs

• Report on medical & welfare needs as required

• Safeguard

• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives

• An excellent communicator & a good team player

• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment

• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

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

This vacancy may close before this date if a large number of applications are received.

What next?

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Wolverhampton

WV14 9RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main duties and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registered
• Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy
• Evidence of continued CPD with varied evidence.

Desirable

• Member of relevant clinical interest group (E.g. ACPRC)
• CSP member

Experience

Essential

• Completion of band 5 rotations. This includes experience in the relevant clinical areas, General Medicine, Orthopaedics, Surgical/ICU, Elderly Care, Neuro, Outpatients.
• Relevant postgrad NHS experience
• Multidisciplinary working.
• Training and supervision to support all physiotherapy staff and students.

Desirable

• Experience of research
• Experience in development of a project or service.
• Experience at a band 6 level in the NHS.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Sound knowledge of physiotherapy in the relevant area
• Interpersonal skills including clear, concise and effective verbal and written reports.
• Computer literacy.
• Organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with a variable caseload.

Desirable

• Basic management skills.
• Be able to work single handedly with individuals and groups.
• Supervisory and appraisal skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Road

Slough

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the patients via face to face, telephone and home visits within The Village Surgery

The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Working independently to effectively manage case load and long-term conditions

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks as requested by The Village Surgery.

Adhere and maintain to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

Adhere and maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

Review and adhere to The Village Surgery policies and guidelines

Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

Contribute towards QOF

Attend and contribute effectively to weekly / monthly practice meetings as and when required

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

Ensure your revalidation process is kept up to date

Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

To help and support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice

Embrace collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly

This post may be asked to;

Participate in practice audits as requested Partners / Management

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Member of the GMC Register Experience of working in a primary care and urgent care environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills written, verbal & particularly listening
• A clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability Good clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute Primary care presentations

Desirable

• Experience of QOF
• Experience of clinical audits

Experience

Essential

• Current registration with GMC
• Sound knowledge of clinical governance
• Experience of working in Primary Care
• Ability to provide quality care
• Dealing with Vulnerable patients
• Audits
• Good leadership skills
• Good organisational and IT skills desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - written, verbal Clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
• Must be authorised to work in the UK

Desirable

• SystmOne experience Basic IT skills
• Audits

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

The Village Surgery, Pinxton and South Normanton

Address

The Village Surgery

The Hub, Shiners Way

South Normanton

Derbyshire

DE55 2AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for someone who can: Assist in the running of pre- and post-operative clinicals Act as theatre runner/escort ensuring that patients receive the highest quality care, and our theatre team are assisted during surgery Support patients throughout their journey with CHEC and report any concerns. Ensure all equipment is checked and ready for use Prepare all areas prior to any clinical activities Adhere to good record keeping and high standards of quality patient care

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• What youll bring to the role:
• Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care
• Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care
• Good communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems
• The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems
• Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently
• Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic

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

CHEC

Address

Unit B&C Ewen Henderson Court, 40 Goodwood Road, London

London

SE14 6BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

To assess individual patient needs and requirements without supervision

To plan, implement, and evaluate relevant programmes of care for individual patients within the clinics guidelines

To be competent in the following, with appropriate training:

o Venepuncture

o Microscopy

o Sexual Health screening

o Vaccinations for Hepatitis A & B, HPV and MPOX

o Dispensing medications under a patient group direction (PGD)

o Provide basic information around reproductive health choices and supply Emergency Contraception under PGD

o Providing HIV related care to stable patients in an outpatient setting.

To facilitate effective communication with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions

To take an active part in the development and implementation of clinical audit and research

To be competent to supply and administer medications under a Patient Group Direction

To maintain clear and accurate documentation in line with unit and Trust standards

To be aware of all the Directorate and Trust Policies and Guidelines and ensure all actions are carried out accordingly

To demonstrate appropriate counselling skills when working with patients

To order investigations and provide test results to patients as per clinic protocols

To be competent in the Triage of emergency patients according to directorate-wide guidelines

To work in an outreach setting as required

Advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness, with particular reference to smoking cessation, diet, immunisations and sexual health and HIV

Support patients around adherence and understanding their HIV medication

Management

To be able to demonstrate leadership and teaching skills in the supervision and development of junior staff

To be aware of the current procedures in case of cardiac arrest, fire, flood, and major incident and attend annual mandatory training in accordance with Trust Policy Management of all medications in line with the Trust Drugs Policy

Maintain confidentiality and security of patients attending the clinic in accordance with the Data Protection Act

Ensure resources are used appropriately by all staff

To co-ordinate the clinic when required

Education

To assist in the on-going development of the clinic as an effective learning environment

To take an active role in the identification and facilitation of the educational needs of junior members of staff and students

To incorporate research and audit findings into clinical practice

To be competent in sexual health promotion and education

To undertake relevant professional development as discussed within a yearly appraisal with their Manager

Be aware of current nursing research and ensure that clinical practice is evidence based.

Professional Responsibilities

To promote a sensitive and caring approach to patients, visitors and colleagues

To ensure communications with patients and their relatives are supportive and informative with due regard to confidentiality

To be responsible for and demonstrate ones personal professional development and maintain up to date clinical skills

To be aware of responsibilities under the NMCS Code of Professional Conduct

To be prepared to work flexible hours across HIV & Sexual Health Services within the Directorate and in outreach settings

To recognise clinical and professional limitations and seek advice form Senior Colleagues as necessary

To be aware of current developments with nursing, the Trust and the NHS, including Clinical Governance

To work shift patterns and weekends to suit the needs of service delivery

Professional development

• Maintain professional registration

• Ensure mandatory training and a satisfactory appraisal is in date

• Undertake a professional development plan and demonstrate achievement of objectives.

• Ensure adherence to Trust policy and guidelines at all times.

• Role model Trust values at all times

Communication

Ensure all communication, which may be complex, contentious or sensitive, is undertaken in a responsive and inclusive manner, focusing on improvement and ways to move forward.

Ensure all communication is presented appropriately to the different recipients, according to levels of understanding, type of communication being imparted and possible barriers such as language, culture, understanding or physical or mental health conditions.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Evidence of Professional development

Desirable

• Sexual Health course / HIV course
• Teaching / Assessing course
• Family planning course

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience as RN within an acute setting
• Interest in Sexual Health / HIV

Desirable

• Current GU / HIV experience
• Experience on health promotion and education
• Preceptorship

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Hunter / Kobler Clinic

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Be proactive in developing strong links with all local agencies to encourage referrals, recognising what they need to be confident in the service to make appropriate referrals.

Work in partnership with all local agencies to raise awareness of social prescribing and how partnership working can reduce pressure on statutory services, improve health outcomes and enable a holistic approach to care.

Work with the practice and community staff, to identify and support individuals at risk of loss of independence or hospital admission as a result of inadequate social support.

Seek regular feedback about the quality of service and impact of social prescribing on referral agencies.

Be proactive in encouraging self-referrals and connecting with all local communities, particularly those communities that statutory agencies may find hard to reach.

Provide referral agencies with regular updates about social prescribing, including training for their staff and how to access information to encourage appropriate referrals.

Provide feedback to referral agencies if it is found that the individuals that they are referring to the scheme do not meet the requirements

Ensure that referrals received are distributed amongst the team in an equitable manner

Ensure that the Social Prescribing Link Workers are picking up referrals in an appropriate timeframe as well as keeping case notes up to date and accurate.

Monitor the capacity within the team and ensure that referral agencies are updated with any delay in service provision.

Provide personalised support.

Meet people on a one-to-one basis, making home visits where appropriate within organisations policies and procedures. Give people time to tell their stories and focus on what matters to me.

Help people identify the wider issues that impact on their health and wellbeing, such as debt, poor housing, being unemployed, loneliness and caring responsibilities.

Develop a comprehensive knowledge of wider support services for people with non-clinical needs that impact on their wellbeing and health outcomes, such as social isolation, wellbeing, housing, unemployment, welfare benefits.

Help people maintain or regain independence through living skills, adaptations enablement approaches and simple safeguards.

Work with individuals to co-produce a simple personalised support plan based on the persons priorities, interests, values and motivations including what they can expect from the groups, activities and services they are being connected to and what the person can do for themselves to improve their health and wellbeing.

Where appropriate, physically introduce people to community groups, activities and statutory services, ensuring they are comfortable. Follow up to ensure they are happy, able to engage, included and receiving good support.

The post holder will be required to have awareness and training in relation to relevant safeguarding policies and procedures and to raise any concerns regarding safeguarding on the individual to the attention of the relevant nominated lead within the team.

Support community groups and VCSE organisations to receive referrals.

Forge strong links with local VCSE organisations, community and neighbourhood level groups, utilising their networks and building on whats already available to create a map or menu of community groups and assets.

Develop supportive relationships with local VCSE organisations, community groups and statutory services, to make timely, appropriate and supported referrals for the person being introduced.

Work collectively with all local partners to ensure community groups are strong and sustainable.

Ability to represent the VCSE sector and Social Prescribing at neighbourhood meetings, providing updates and contributing to conversations about improving health inequalities for a whole population with other partners in the neighbourhood.

Work with GPs, PCNs and wider Multi-Disciplinary teams as required.

Work with commissioners and local partners to identify unmet needs within the community and gaps in community provision and support development of new groups and services where needed.

Encourage people who have been connected to community support through social prescribing to volunteer and give their time freely to others, in order to build their skills and confidence, and strengthen community resilience.

Ensure that local community groups and VCSE organisations being referred to have basic procedures in place for ensuring that vulnerable individuals are safe and, where there are safeguarding concerns, work with all partners to deal appropriately with issues. Where such policies and procedures are not in place, support groups to work towards this standard before referrals are made to them.

Check that community groups and VCSE organisations meet in insured premises and that health and safety requirements are in place. Where such policies and procedures are not in place, support groups to work towards this standard before referrals are made to them.

Support local groups to act in accordance with information governance policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the GDPR.

General tasks include:

Work sensitively with people, their families and carers to capture key information, enabling tracking of the impact of social prescribing on their health and wellbeing.

Encourage people, their families and carers to provide feedback and to share their stories about the impact of social prescribing on their lives.

Support referral agencies to provide appropriate information about the person they are referring. Use the case management system to track the persons progress.

Work closely with GP practices within the PCN to ensure that they are receiving appropriate feedback about the people they have referred.

Assist with monthly or quarterly data collection and submission to the PCNs and CCG for governance and performance purposes.

Manage own workload through planning and organising own work schedule, obtaining and organising the necessary information and resources.

Person Specification

Other Requirements

Essential

• Meets DBS reference standards and has a clear criminal record, in line with the law on spent convictions
• Able to drive with access to own transport to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes

Desirable

• Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree and/or equivalent experience in health care/social care or related area.
• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development

Desirable

• Training in motivational coaching and interviewing or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly in a community development context, adult health and social care learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work)
• Experience of supporting people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work)
• Experience of working with the VCSE sector (in a paid or unpaid capacity), including with volunteers and small community groups
• Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations

Desirable

• Experience of supporting people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity
• Experience of data collection and providing monitoring information to assess the impact of services

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

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

Desirable

• Understanding of the needs of small volunteer-led community groups and ability to support their development
• Knowledge of and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the personalised care approach
• Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities
• Knowledge of community development approaches
• Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports
• Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality

Desirable

• Knowledge of motivational coaching and interview skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Out of Hours West Lancashire CIC Ltd

Address

Matthew Ryder Clinic

10 Tithebarn Street

Upholland

Skelmersdale

Lancashire

WN8 0HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see full job description and person specification for full details of the role requirements.

The post holder may be required to carry out other duties as required, in line with thier skills and experience..

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Essential

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• Post-graduate degree in Management Studies or equivalent
• Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment
• Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments.
• Experience of managing risks and reporting.
• Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at SMT level.
• Experience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes.
• Understanding of the public sector.
• Demonstrated experience in a Healthcare environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project principles, techniques and tools, such as Prince 2 Foundation and Microsoft Project.

Analytical

Essential

• Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources.
• Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information, using experience to make inferences and decision making.
• Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills.
• Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g., monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement.

Communication & Relationship Skills

Essential

• Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required.
• Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders.

Planning Skills

Essential

• Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly
• Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.

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

Surrey and Sussex ICB

Address

Dukes Court

Woking

GU21 5BH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.surreysussex.icb.nhs.uk/home (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical duties of post holder

1. Provide an assessment, diagnosis and initial treatment plan for people referred to RAPT. To develop a bio-psycho-social formulation and to try and understand the reason for the referral/relapse2. To be flexible in how these assessments are delivered across Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich. Face to face assessment will be the default with video and phone being used as an adjunct.3. To work with colleagues in the Acute Directorate and the AMHP teams when the crisis cannot be managed within RAPT and more intensive/urgent treatment is required.4. Provide contemporaneous documentation in Rio. This may include assessment tools which will be developed by the team. To make an initial care plan.5. Work collaboratively with the higher trainee, GP Resident and other team members to ensure a fair workload for all, with time for reflection, supervision and case discussion.6. To support the team administrators (deciding upon onward referrals, timely completion of GP letters)7. Participate in MDT meetings and contribute to the daily huddle/referrals meeting8. Provide Educational supervision to the higher trainee9. Act and practice in accordance with the General Medical Council and Royal College of Psychiatrists standards of conduct, ethics, and performance.10. Actively communicate with clinical and operational staff across all 3 Oxleas Boroughs to assist service delivery.11. To ensure the safety of patients, including safety netting advice and reporting all incidents. To have a good knowledge of safeguarding policies.12. To fully understand the business continuity management system and your role in implementing its process

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration

Qualifications

Essential

• AC Status

Experience

Essential

• Relevant Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Heights

68 The Heights

London

SE7 8JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner you will be responsible for the care of a caseload of young people with various emotional and mental health needs. You will also undertake regular assessments of young people who are new to the service, and be responsible for making recommendations about their future care.

You will have a can do attitude and work collaboratively with colleagues in the team and partner agencies.

You will be able to work creatively to meet the needs of young people and their families.

You will have a sound understanding of the principles of risk assessment and management.

To work with other members of the multi-disciplinary CAMHS Team and with colleagues from other services, providing expertise in the care of children and young people with severe and complex mental health needs and their families.

To provide expert advice, support and supervision on a regular basis to a wide ranging workforce on all aspects of safeguarding children where matters can be highly complex and in difficult, sensitive and emotive situations.

To provide professional expertise in the assessment, planning, implementation and review of your caseload of children and young people in CAMHS.

To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multi-disciplinary team.

To support he Dudley CAMHS duty rota and Black Country CAMHS Single Point of Access when required.

If you have a passion for working with children and young people and would like to discuss this exciting opportunity please do feel free to speak with the Dudley CAMHS Service Manager, Mark Edgerton by ringing 01384 324689

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Qualified Mental Health/Childrens/Learning Disability Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, ACP Qualified Psychotherapist or equivalent professional qualification and professional registration

Desirable

• Post graduate training/course relevant to CAMHS.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of mental health problems in children and adolescents
• Application of mental health assessments and interventions.

Experience

Essential

• Post Graduate experience working in CAMHS.

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Elms Health Centre

Slade Road

Halesowen

B63 2UR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and motivated Practice Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and has a particular interest and expertise in respiratory health.

Respiratory care is a key priority within this role. The successful candidate will help lead and support the delivery of our respiratory services, including the assessment and management of patients with Asthma and COPD, undertaking and interpreting spirometry, and contributing to the ongoing development of respiratory pathways and clinics. Experience and competency in respiratory care and spirometry are therefore highly desirable.

Working autonomously and within professional boundaries, the post holder will provide high-quality clinical assessment, treatment, management, and evaluation of care for patients with both acute and long-term conditions. They will work collaboratively with the wider clinical team to deliver evidence-based care, support health promotion, and improve patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will also play an important role in chronic disease management, patient education, clinical governance, and service development. They will contribute to achieving practice, local, and national healthcare objectives while helping to shape and improve the services we provide to our patients.

We are committed to supporting professional growth and development and actively encourage ongoing learning through training, education, and participation in both internal and external development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• Lead and support the delivery of Asthma and COPD services.
• Undertake, interpret, and maintain competency in spirometry testing.
• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients presenting with undifferentiated and complex health needs.
• Undertake holistic clinical examinations, considering both physiological and psychological aspects.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based, patient-centred approaches.
• Deliver safe, effective minor illness services within professional competency and clinical guidelines.
• Identify and manage patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, implementing proactive treatment plans.
• Assess, identify and appropriately refer patients with mental health concerns.
• Conduct holistic health checks for patients aged 75+, ensuring proactive support and continuity of care.
• Prioritise and manage urgent or emergency clinical situations, initiating appropriate interventions.
• Promote health education and empower patients to adopt self-care strategies.
• Contribute to service development, resource optimisation, and enhanced patient pathways.
• Support achievement of GMS contract requirements, QOF targets, enhanced services, and practice protocols.
• Continue to expand and refine clinical competencies as identified with the Practice.

Communication

• Use clear, sensitive and professional communication styles to ensure patients understand and consent to their care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues, adapting methods to meet individual needs or barriers.
• Represent the Practice with professionalism, compassion and integrity.
• Advocate for patients and colleagues when appropriate, ensuring their voices are heard.

Delivering a Quality Service

• Work within the NMC Code and maintain high standards of professional practice.
• Participate in clinical team meetings, nurse meetings and TARGET training to support shared learning.
• Produce accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with legislation, NMC requirements and Practice policies.
• Ensure accurate coding of clinical data to support QOF, enhanced services and reporting.
• Deliver care in line with NICE guidance, CMO recommendations and current evidence-based practice.
• Use audit, peer review and evaluation to improve care quality and service delivery.
• Engage in learning from complaints, incidents and near-miss events.
• Apply safeguarding policies for children and vulnerable adults, ensuring timely action and referral.
• Adhere to policies relating to domestic abuse, substance misuse and vulnerable adults.
• Maintain high standards of personal presentation and infection control.

Team Working

• Understand and support the evolving roles of team members, promoting a positive, collaborative working environment.
• Delegate tasks appropriately, ensuring patient safety and assessing competence before delegation.
• Support HCAs and other staff where elements of care can be safely delegated.
• Manage your own workload effectively, prioritising patient care.
• Remain flexible in response to clinical demand and emergencies.
• Contribute to the development of practice values, processes and service improvements.
• Support practice-led projects as required.

Management of Risk

• Identify and manage risk within the scope of responsibility, seeking advice when required.
• Maintain safe working environments in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Complete mandatory and statutory training.
• Apply infection prevention and control measures in line with national and local guidance.
• Maintain required immunisation status in accordance with Practice policy.

Learning and Development

• Act as a role model, educator and mentor to learners, assessing competence where appropriate.
• Share new learning with the wider team to support continuous improvement.
• Take responsibility for ongoing professional development and revalidation requirements.

Managing Information

• Use clinical systems and digital tools effectively to support planning, delivery and monitoring of care.
• Maintain competence in the Practice clinical IT systems.

Equality and Diversity

• Recognise and challenge discrimination, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities.
• Support others to uphold equality and diversity in day-to-day practice.
• Assist individuals in exercising their rights and respecting personal choice in care decisions.
• Uphold local chaperoning policies and act as a role model for inclusive practice.

Environmental Sustainability

The NHS recognises climate change as a health emergency. All staff are expected to act in accordance with the Trust Green Plan, making environmentally responsible decisions in service delivery, resource use, travel and procurement. Our surgeries are Smoke Free sites, and smoking is not permitted on any Practice property or grounds.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.
• Practice Nurse experience within a primary care setting.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Spirometry trained and competent in performing and interpreting spirometry (or working towards competency if local policy permits).
• Experience managing patients with asthma and COPD.
• Knowledge of current NICE guidance and respiratory disease management.
• Experience undertaking respiratory reviews and annual chronic disease reviews.
• Competent in inhaler technique assessment and patient education.
• Competent in administering vaccinations, including flu and pneumococcal vaccines.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Diploma, Degree or Postgraduate qualification in Respiratory Care.
• ARTP Spirometry Certification.
• Independent Nurse Prescriber (V300).
• Asthma Diploma or equivalent respiratory qualification.
• COPD management qualification.
• Experience leading respiratory services within general practice.
• Experience conducting respiratory audits and quality improvement projects.
• Smoking cessation adviser qualification.
• Experience using EMIS Web and Accurx.
• Experience supporting QOF and Enhanced Services related to respiratory care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Lodge Health Partnership

Address

Normandy Road

St. Albans

AL3 5NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration (Part 1 Adult/General, Level 1 or 2).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to continued learning.
• Experience of managing clinical environments within a regulatory framework such as Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Knowledge and understanding of BSQR and GMP requirements.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial management and leadership experience within a clinical environment.
• Experience of leading and implementing change, while motivating and supporting teams to deliver high standards of care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective working relationships.
• Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills, with experience of risk management, performance management and clinical governance.
• Experience of mentoring, coaching and developing colleagues, alongside a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Ashford Team Base

Ashford

United Kingdom

TN24 0GN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified or Due to Qualify as a Diagnostic Radiographer Summer 2026
• Will be eligible for HCPC Registration in Summer 2026 or January / February 2027 or already Registered

Experience

Essential

• Working with the public/ill people
• General radiography
• CR/ Digital radiography
• Administration
• Staff & self-motivation
• Maintaining high standards

Desirable

• Experience of teaching and assessing students
• Interventional Radiography
• Ability to undertake IV cannulation

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

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ipswich and Colchester Hospitals

Ipswich and Colchester

IP4 5PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Physiotherapy Degree / Register of Exercise Professionals Level 2 gym instructor and Level 3 advanced qualification.
• BACPR Specialist Exercise Instructor Level 4 Cardiac Qualification (or equivalent).

Desirable

• Defibrillation / AED and basic life support.
• HCPC Registration

Experience / Knowledge

Essential

• Experience dealing with cardiac patients.

Desirable

• Experience in health promotion.

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

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Across Sites

Rom Valley Way

Romford

RM7 0AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

• To work as an autonomous practitioner within the integrated multi-professional team, neighbourhood teams.
• To be responsible for own caseload and undertake an assessment of patients with complex and multiple pathologies using specialist clinical reasoning skills.
• To be accountable for assessing, interpreting, planning, implementing and evaluating treatment to patients within professional guidelines, with the support of the multidisciplinary team.
• To keep the patient at the centre of care, ensuring patient and carer participation in decision making.
• Provide support and education to peers, new staff non-registered staff and students.
• To supervise junior staff and students overseeing patient intervention and ensure that a high standard of care is delivered and staff achieve set competencies.
• To be accountable for a delegated caseload
• To priorities, all referrals according to clinical lead and allocate or signpost appropriately
• To provide a high standard of nursing intervention within patients own homes this includes lone working, with access to Specialist and Advanced Practitioners when required.
• To identify patient needs, agree on goals and provide appropriate holistic nursing interventions, to refer to other services and provide or order equipment.
• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your own and delegated work.
• To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
• To undertake a holistic assessment (including those with complex presentations and multi pathologies) making use of clinical reasoning skills.
• To use evidence-based practice, to ensure clinical care is effective and appropriate.
• To promote independence and wherever possible to avoid hospital admission and reduce inpatient length of stay to ensure those patients receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting.
• Organise and manage own time, delegating work appropriately.
• Contribute to risk assessments and health and safety assessments and including immediately reporting any changes/newly identified risks.
• To demonstrate the importance of gaining patient and carer consent in all interventions.
• To effectively communicate verbally with patients, carers and colleagues using tact and persuasive skills. This may involve using skills where patients have difficulties in communication, e.g. hearing loss, diminished sight, depression, speech problems, cognitive impairment, behavioural problems and pain.
• To contribute to and work towards the service/organisational aims and objectives of the Neighbourhood Teams and the new model of care.
• To work effectively within the neighbourhood team structure and liaise appropriately with members of the MDT and other agencies by attending MDT meetings, case reviews.
• To ensure that accurate and timely written records are kept which comply with the Trust policy and NMC guidance, reporting on any issues as appropriate.
• To inform/update all members of the multi-disciplinary team, service users and appropriate others, of changes involving current care plans, patients progress and other relevant matters that pertain to the care of the patient.
• To support the Community nursing team with day to day planning and delivery of high-quality care.
• To support the neighbourhood team with a case management model.
• To support, educate and advise formal and informal carers with the nursing care which they can provide.
• To act as a patient advocate, providing information, health education and support to facilitate patient choice with regard to nursing care, promoting independence.
• To ensure that medications are stored and recorded according to the rules relating to the drugs policy of CPFT.
• To administer immunisations and vaccinations to adults in accordance with agreed protocols for patients on the current caseload.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• RGN level 1 educated to degree level.
• Post-registration qualification relevant to district nursing
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Mentorship qualification or equivalent.

Desirable

• Management of leg ulcer qualification
• Prescriber or willing to undertake
• Wound care qualification

Experience

Essential

• Multidisciplinary working experience
• Management experience
• Relevant and proven experience post registration in a variety of settings
• Nursing in both acute and community settings

Desirable

• Demonstrate application of clinical governance and experience of clinical supervision
• Experience in delivering training

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• The ability to respond to changing situations
• Ability to develop effective working relationships
• Ability to exercise initiative
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload to meet the needs of the service
• Ability to innovate

Desirable

• Extensive understanding of clinical supervision

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Demonstrate an understanding of national government initiatives in health and social care and how these impact on local services
• Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others
• Listens to and understands directly and indirectly expressed feelings.
• Demonstrates empathy for the concerns of others.

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel independently around Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area meeting required timescales. A Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
• Manoeuvre patients using safe techniques in accordance with care plan.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Knowledge Centre

Wyboston Lakes

Wyboston

MK44 3BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To manage a clinical caseload for children and young people under 18 years of age who have a learning Disability/ Autism spectrum condition diagnosis requiring occupational assessment and treatment interventions within community settings. This will also include people who have behaviours that challenge and /or mental health needs.

The post holder will be a key member of the Multi-Disciplinary and Occupational Therapy Team and will contribute under supervision to the overall management and development of occupational therapy services. He/she will liaise with other disciplines and services to ensure service delivery is seamless and person centred.

The Occupational Therapist will be an integrated member of the multi-professional Learning Disability and Mental Health Team and support the provision of and access to Learning Disability and/or Mental Health services.

The Occupational Therapist will be able to conduct comprehensive assessment with patients and families/carers, including the use of specific occupational focussed assessments and case formulation

To support the leadership of a needs led service developing and delivering evidenced based and outcome focussed therapeutic interventions in response to service user need.

-Able to contribute to meeting professional, service and Trust wide and national standards.

Ensures timely response according to service standards to referrals to the Inpatient service.

Participates in planned out of hours work as required by the service and clinical priorities.

Autonomous responsibility for maintaining accurate and contemporaneous client records, in order to ensure compliance with departmental, professional and legal requirements.

To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD recording learning outcomes through participation in internal and external development opportunities, ensuring that practice is evidence based.

Contributes to the wider OT service development, including audit, research and evaluation.

To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, HCPC standards and all trust relevant policies and procedures.

To undertake any other duties of a similar nature consistent with the responsibilities of this post in order to provide a quality Intensive Support Team for the all age population.

Person Specification

OT Criterita

Essential

• Evidence of HCPC Registration for Occupational Therapy
• Significant post registration experience of working with children with learning disabilities, autism and/or mental health conditions
• experience working in community based settings

Desirable

• Evidence of Post Graduate Training
• Good understanding of multi disciplinary working with ability to demonstrate independent working
• Good use of information technology

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jack Judge House

Oldbury

B69 9EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Community IV Nurse

As a Community IV Nurse within our Clinical Homecare Nursing Team you will deliver safe high-quality and patient-centred nursing care to patients in their own homes and community settings

Working in partnership with NHS teams and healthcare professionals you will support patients receiving specialist Parenteral Nutrition IV therapies and other prescribed clinical interventions at home

The role offers the opportunity to work autonomously while remaining part of a supportive wider clinical team

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe high-quality patient-centred care in patients' homes and community settings

Administer prescribed Parenteral Nutrition IV therapies and clinical interventions in accordance with standard operating procedures professional standards and individual care plans

Undertake patient assessments monitor progress and identify changes in a patient's condition

Recognise and escalate clinical concerns appropriately supporting safe and effective patient care

Support the initiation of treatment ongoing care and the safe transition of patients from hospital to home

Educate train and empower patients families and carers to safely manage treatment and develop confidence and independence

Provide ongoing clinical advice guidance and support to patients throughout their homecare journey

Develop positive and professional relationships with patients families carers and healthcare professionals

Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues Senior Homecare Nurses Clinical Nurse Managers and wider healthcare teams to provide continuity of care

Maintain accurate timely and confidential clinical records in accordance with Clinical Governance requirements NMC standards and Inizio policies and procedures

Work in accordance with relevant clinical policies procedures professional standards and evidence-based practice

Contribute to patient safety quality improvement and the ongoing development of the Clinical Homecare Nursing service

Support the achievement of relevant service and programme performance measures

Maintain and develop clinical competence through mandatory training continuing professional development reflective practice and evidence-based learning

Community Working

This is a community-based position requiring regular travel to patients' homes

Visit locations and routes will vary according to patient needs and service demand

Travel between patient visits is included within your working hours

You will need to be comfortable travelling independently and hold a current valid UK driving licence

You will be responsible for managing your working day and patient visits effectively while maintaining close communication with the wider clinical team

Professional Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse you will be expected to maintain your NMC registration and practise in accordance with the NMC Code

You will take responsibility for maintaining your professional knowledge and clinical competence and participate in relevant training development and revalidation activities

Above all you will be committed to providing a positive patient experience and delivering co

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of one year's post-registration nursing experience
• Current valid UK driving licence and ability to travel regularly within the community as required by the role

Desirable

• Experience in CVAD and or Parenteral Nutrition services
• Experience working within community homecare acute or NHS healthcare settings
• Experience delivering patient education and support programmes
• Pharmaceutical or healthcare industry experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Inizio Engage

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary / Bristol Children’s

Bristol Royal Infirmary

and surrounding areas

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

• Management and coordination of inbound and outbound communications and correspondence across multiple formats and channels.
• Responsible for the efficient coordination of appointment scheduling and proactive management of waiting lists to ensure timely access and optimal service delivery.
• Inputting and updating service user information and service user/team activity on computerised information systems, creating service user notes where necessary and according to policy.
• Maintain filing in both paper and electronic records, ensuring that it is kept up to date at all times. In accordance with Trust procedures, track and receive notes in a timely manner.
• Process and triage referrals across multiple pathways, applying specialist knowledge to ensure accurate prioritisation and appropriate allocation in line with service protocols.
• Effectively manage a high volume of incoming calls while navigating multiple systems and applying specialist knowledge to deliver a professional, responsive, and solution-focused service.
• Utilise both internal and external partner systems to efficiently manage workload, ensuring tasks are completed accurately, collaboratively, and in line with service standards.
• Handle telephone-based electronic payments and banking transactions with accuracy and security, ensuring compliance with financial procedures while delivering a professional and customer-focused service.
• Collect patient feedback to support continuous improvement and ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred services.
• Manage and process incoming and outgoing mail in accordance with various established postal protocols and organisational procedures, ensuring secure and timely handling of all correspondence.
• Provide operational support, supervision, training, mentorship and cover to/of colleagues as directed by line manager.
• Providing a high level of administrative support to our clinical teams, building good professional relationships whilst setting & ensuring remit boundaries.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard at 4-9 or A-C grade including English.
• High level of written and spoken English.

Desirable

• Level 2 in Business Administration or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a busy and fast paced environment
• Working with multiple people of various roles.
• Experience of planning and organising own workload
• Experience of administration duties & tasks

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS environment preferably an NHS office environment.
• Experience in using computer programmes including health care IT systems

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good organisational skills
• Good computer/IT literacy skills (Microsoft Office)
• Effective communicator with the ability to adopt an appropriate style & method of communication.
• Attention to detail & accuracy of work.
• Able to work on own initiative
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to work under occasional pressure/stress.

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality

Desirable

• Knowledge of Data Protection Act

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Huntingdon

Kingfisher House Kingfisher Way

Huntingdon

PE29 6FH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Demonstrate empathy for the concerns of others
• Willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude
• Have a range of mechanisms for dealing with stress; can recognise when to use them and does so

Education/Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

• Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

• Community experience
• Equipment provision

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

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

Desirable

• SystmOne

Skills & Abilities

Essential

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

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical supervision

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
• Ability to travel independently around Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area meeting required timescales. A Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Botolph Bridge Community Health Centre

Valley Park Centre, Sugar Way

Peterborough

PE2 9QB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will support the Trust Secretary, Head of Corporate Governance and Corporate Governance Manager in establishing, maintaining and ensuring that the Trusts corporate governance function is performed to the highest standards and in accordance with all statutory and legislative requirements.

The post holder will provide advice and support to the Trust Board and Executive committees, working groups and other bodies as may be assigned.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, employment or voluntary work
• Previous experience of servicing committees
• A minimum of 2 years experience across one or more of the following areas: Law, Governance
• Well developed administrative, problem solving and organisational skills

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Essential

Essential

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, employment or voluntary work

Essential

Essential

• Well developed administrative, problem solving and organisational skills

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence* and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria.

• To assess for, plan and implement therapy interventions, such as exercise programmes (group or individual), provision of mobility aids, measuring and fitting adaptive equipment, minor and major adaptations
• To evaluate therapy interventions and prepare discharge summary for supervised patient discharge
• To identify when patients need interventions from other services and initiate timely onward referral as indicated
• To effectively communicate verbally with patients, carers and colleagues using tact and persuasive skills. This may involve using skills where patients have difficulties in communication eg. Hearing loss, diminished sight, depression, speech problems, cognitive impairment, behavioural problems and pain
• Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals
• Be responsible for ensuing equipment is used safely, following relevant training, and that it is maintained appropriately
• To assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment
• To attend relevant external and internal courses to extend knowledge or gain relevant skills to improve clinical practice as identified as part of the Appraisal process
• Will be occasionally be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies
• To work effectively within the team structure and liaise appropriately with members of the MDT and other agencies by attending MDT meetings, case reviews
• To inform/update all members of the multi-disciplinary team, service users and appropriate others, of changes involving current care plans, patients progress and other relevant matters that pertain to the care of the patient
• To promote independence and wherever possible to avoid hospital admission and reduce inpatient length of stay to ensure those patients receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting.

*DVLA have a number ofreciprocalarrangements with overseas countries, for further information please visit the DVLA website

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of knowledge and experience, plus knowledge of specific patient conditions, forms of therapy acquired through training and experience
• Good general education up to GCSE equivalent.
• Evidence of relevant short course and in-service training.

Desirable

• Chair based and OTAGO exercise training, or willingness to undertake

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience in a rehabilitation/reablement or a therapy environment

Desirable

• Community experience
• Equipment provision

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
• Time Management and prioritisation skills
• Standard keyboard skills and ability to communicate through IT using packages such as Word
• Able to assess plan and implement care
• Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care and service provision

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterton Medical Centre

35 Union Lane

Cambridge

CB4 1PX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical care delivery general

Administer medications by injection with the appropriate legal authorisation.

Cervical cytology sampling

Recognise health promotion opportunities and give brief, focussed lifestyle advice using motivational interviewing techniques which may include:

- Alcohol screening

- Smoking cessation

- Weight management

- Sexual health

Undertake assessment of patients presenting with wounds, working within expertise to manage independently or refer to other services as necessary.

Remove wound closure materials including sutures, clips and staples.

Take samples for the cervical screening programme according to recognised standards.

Administer all relevant vaccines to adults and children according to the UK immunisation schedule and as described in the Green book, published by the UK HSA.

Provide a pre-travel health service including administration of vaccines and advice after undertaking appropriate risk assessment.

Administer prescribed therapies such as contraceptive injections, vitamin B12, and depo neuroleptic medications recognising side effects and contraindications.

Develop and follow referral pathways for patients with specialist needs.

Long term conditions

Manage nurse-run long term condition clinics:

Carry out clinical measurements and conduct annual reviews for patients with diabetes, asthma, COPD and Learning Disabilities (or another area of interest) in line with NICE guidance and Quality and Outcome Framework.

Recognise signs and symptoms that may indicate undiagnosed long term conditions e.g. poor wound healing, winter cough in smokers and also factors that may indicate mental health problems and use relevant referral pathways.

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 outlines in their Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to the 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 person and sensitive data.

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

Follow appropriate infection control procedures.

Oversee suitability of resuscitation equipment and monitor any new guidance.

Maintain work areas in a tidy and safe manner.

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.

Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity:

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

Activing 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 which his 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 its 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.

Complete statutory training/updating and mandatory training as defined by the practice.

Complete skills specific training and regular updating

Quality assurance/service support

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.

Participate in quality improvement and innovations e.g. audit, significant event analysis and contribute to development of protocols and new services.

Attend in-house meetings, including nurses-only meetings, and contribute to development of the nursing service and where appropriate wider practice systems.

Participate in ongoing supervision and mentorship of unregistered health care staff, nursing students and junior nurses including mentorship for preceptor programmes and contributing to revalidation needs of nurse colleagues.

Attend in-house and external training events and contribute to continuing education of unregistered health care staff by identifying learning opportunities.

Update role-relevant policies and procedures.

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

• Part 1 of Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Register registered as adult, child, mental health, or learning disability nurse.
• We welcome newly qualified nurses to apply, conditional to them obtaining their registration with the NMC as above.

Desirable

• Adult Nurse qualification
• Immunisation and vaccination
• Sexual and reproductive health
• Long Term Condition (LTCs)
• Managing Unplanned and Emergency Presentations in Primary Care
• Mental Health in Primary Care
• Or willing to follow training in regards to all the above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Grove Medical Centre

Address

The Grove

Church Road

Egham

Surrey

TW20 9QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://thegrovemc-egham.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Role Cromwell House - Cromwell Road, South Bank, Middlesbrough, TS6 6JE | Residential Alcohol & Opioid Detoxification Job Description and Person Specification Help us deliver safe, compassionate detoxification that changes lives. Cromwell House is a new residential detoxification service delivered through a partnership between With You and Recovery Connections, providing a safe, supportive environment for people undertaking alcohol and opioid detoxification. We are looking for an experienced Independent Nurse Prescriber to join the team and play a key role in establishing and delivering this innovative service. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who wants to combine clinical leadership and high-quality substance use treatment within a residential setting. Job Opportunity This is a great role to support work life balance - working Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with no Bank Holiday working, you will provide clinical oversight for residents undertaking planned alcohol and opioid detoxification. You will have robust, supportive management from local With You Clinical Leads and will work closely with our Medicines Management team, Recovery Connections residential staff, community services, pharmacies and other healthcare professionals to ensure each person receives safe, evidence-informed and person-centred care. You will:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• We are looking for a confident and compassionate Independent Nurse Prescriber with substantial experience of working with people affected by drug and/or alcohol dependence.
• You will have:
• Registered Nurse status with current NMC registration.
• Independent Prescribing qualification (V300) and prescribing experience appropriate to the role.
• Significant experience in substance use treatment and detoxification.
• Strong knowledge of alcohol and opioid withdrawal and associated risks.
• Experience of clinical assessment, risk stratification and medicines management.
• The confidence to work autonomously while knowing when to seek additional senior clinical advice or escalate care.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, mental capacity, clinical risk and professional accountability.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• A commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred and non-judgemental care.
• For an informal conversation about the role or to find out more about Cromwell House, please contact Gary Besterfield via [email protected]
• Please note that this advert may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. Please include a cover letter with your application, outlining how you feel you meet the requirements of the role.

Experience

Essential

• We are looking for a confident and compassionate Independent Nurse Prescriber with substantial experience of working with people affected by drug and/or alcohol dependence.
• You will have:
• Registered Nurse status with current NMC registration.
• Independent Prescribing qualification (V300) and prescribing experience appropriate to the role.
• Significant experience in substance use treatment and detoxification.
• Strong knowledge of alcohol and opioid withdrawal and associated risks.
• Experience of clinical assessment, risk stratification and medicines management.
• The confidence to work autonomously while knowing when to seek additional senior clinical advice or escalate care.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, mental capacity, clinical risk and professional accountability.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• A commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred and non-judgemental care.
• For an informal conversation about the role or to find out more about Cromwell House, please contact Gary Besterfield via [email protected]
• Please note that this advert may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. Please include a cover letter with your application, outlining how you feel you meet the requirements of the role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

We Are With You

Address

Darlington

DL3 7JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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