Job description

Job responsibilities

a. Undertake appropriate audits in Neurovascular/Skull base under supervision of the Neurovascular/Skull base team one Neurovascular/Skull base audit is mandatory.

b. Provide, and develop further with clinical colleagues, neurosurgical services for the Trust in collaboration with colleagues in all disciplines including primary and tertiary care, where appropriate, to provide an integrated service for patients.

c. Attend Neurovascular/Skull base clinics

d. Attend daily ward rounds for inpatients when on ward duty

e. Facilitate timely discharge of patients

f. Participate in the consultation service and advisory service to other clinical colleagues in other specialties within the Trust and Primary Care.

g. Participate in the development of the neurosurgery service, treatment protocols and guidelines and the greater knowledge in the management of neurosurgical conditions within skull base and/or Neurovascular Neurosurgery.

h. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular clinical meetings and other post graduate activities.

i. Participate in the on-call rota (includes prospective cover) so that appropriate emergency services are provided out-of-normal working hours.

j. Take responsibility for the professional supervision and development of trainee doctors within the specialty.

k. Develop and maintain good communications with General Practitioners and appropriate external agencies.

l. Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit this will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice. Ensure attendance at appropriate governance meetings

m. Ensure own practice is up-to-date; this will include taking responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trusts Performance and Annual Review system.

n. Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers.

o. Accountable for improving and complying with infection control practices.

p. Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.

q. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults is your responsibility. Familiarisation with and adherence to UHCW Safeguarding policies and Coventry and Warwickshire Safeguarding Board procedures is an essential requirement of all employees, as is the participation in related mandatory training

Please see job description and personal specification for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Meets all Essential

Desirable

• Meets all Desirable

Experience

Essential

• Several years medical training over and above PRHO/FY I ? Relevant recent experience at middle grade (registrar) level in Neurosurgery

Desirable

• Logbook evidence of appropriate microsurgical procedures

Knowledge/ Skills

Essential

• Competence in the clinical skills appropriate to your background specialty ? Knowledge of methods of medical audit ? Understanding of the Clinical Governance process. ? Ability to organise and manage one's own clinical work ? Competent in basic information technology. ? Understanding of the concepts of management. ? Excellent verbal and written communication

Desirable

• Further skills in information technology ? Awareness of health service reforms and issues across healthcare economy

Teaching/ Education

Essential

• Commitment to continuing medical education (attend conferences, research/publish papers, audits, attendance at relevant meetings) ? Undertaken complete audit cycle. ? Ability to use clinical audit to improve standards of care for patients

Desirable

• Ability to design and deliver talks/lectures/workshops effectively. ? Experienced in demonstrating clinical procedures/techniques to other healthcare professionals. ? Ability to participate in teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate students. ? National/International presentations/publications in Skull base/Neurovascular neurosurgery

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values.

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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry & Wawickshire

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Coventry

CV22 6HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of pharmacy services across Dispensary, Aseptic Services, Stores and Distribution functions. The role requires adherence to Trust policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), health and safety regulations, and pharmacy professional standards to ensure high-quality patient care and medicines management.

Dispensary

The post holder will contribute to the safe, accurate, and cost-effective supply of medicines for patients throughout the Trust. Responsibilities include dispensing inpatient, outpatient, discharge, and controlled drug prescriptions accurately and efficiently in accordance with departmental SOPs and legal requirements. They will use pharmacy information systems competently, ensuring accurate entry, recording, storage, and archiving of prescription and patient data in line with local and regional governance requirements.

The role requires participation in a seven-day service model, including weekends, late shifts, and bank holidays. The post holder must be able to prioritise workloads effectively, use initiative when managing competing demands, and refer complex or non-routine enquiries to senior staff when appropriate.

Patient-facing responsibilities include delivering a professional and customer-focused service, counselling patients on the safe and effective use of their medications where appropriate, and maintaining high standards of communication with patients, carers, healthcare professionals, and members of the public both in person and over the telephone.

The post holder will support the ongoing development and improvement of dispensary services by contributing to departmental initiatives, service developments, and policies that impact the pharmacy department and wider Trust operations. Additional responsibilities include undertaking housekeeping duties, maintaining a safe and organised working environment, and operating systems such as Omnicell for controlled drug dispensing.

Aseptics

Within Aseptic Services, the post holder will assist in the preparation and supply of aseptically prepared products, including Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), while strictly adhering to GMP standards, aseptic techniques, and departmental procedures.

Responsibilities include cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining aseptic environments, equipment, and isolators according to SOPs, as well as participating in environmental monitoring programmes. The post holder will prepare labels and documentation using pharmacy computer systems, maintain accurate records, and ensure all documentation meets regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

The role involves carrying out transfer disinfection procedures for items entering aseptic units, working for extended periods at isolators, and supporting the maintenance, monitoring, and cleaning of aseptic equipment. Following appropriate training and competency assessment, the post holder may undertake validation activities, monitor aseptic practices, and check the work of colleagues to ensure compliance with required standards.

The post holder is expected to follow hygiene, dress, health and safety, and quality assurance requirements at all times. They will assist senior staff with maintaining validated aseptic processes and contribute to the continuous safe operation of the service.

Stores & Distribution

The post holder will support the effective receipt, storage, stock control, assembly, issue, and distribution of medicines and pharmaceutical products across the Trust. This includes receiving deliveries from suppliers, verifying quantities, quality, pricing, shelf life, and documentation, and accurately recording stock movements using pharmacy computer systems.

Responsibilities include unpacking and storing goods appropriately, processing pharmaceutical returns, managing stock replenishment, carrying out stock checks, monitoring expiry dates, and reporting discrepancies, damaged items, or shortages. The post holder will support pharmaceutical inventory management by ensuring medicines are stored safely and efficiently and that stock levels are maintained according to service requirements.

The role requires visiting allocated wards and departments to replenish stock to agreed levels, checking storage conditions and expiry dates, and providing a reliable top-up service. The post holder will assemble and distribute stock orders, medicines, IV fluids, and supplies to internal and external departments and other Trust sites using both manual and automated systems.

Additional duties include supporting the retrieval and investigation of stock discrepancies, managing patient medication returns, supplying to-follow medications, completing all relevant documentation accurately, and responding professionally to telephone and face-to-face enquiries. The post holder will also monitor environmental storage conditions and escalate concerns when necessary.

Patient Care

A key aspect of the role is supporting patient-centred care by ensuring medicines are supplied safely, accurately, and promptly. The post holder will maintain a professional, courteous, and responsive approach when interacting with patients, carers, nursing staff, medical teams, and colleagues.

Within dispensary and aseptic services, the post holder will provide information and assistance relating to medication supply and use, referring enquiries to an appropriate clinician or senior member of staff when required. They will also support nursing and ward staff with stock-related queries and medication supply issues, contributing to the smooth delivery of patient services.

Financial and Resource Management

The post holder will contribute to the efficient management of pharmaceutical resources and support cost-effective medicines use across the Trust. Responsibilities include collecting prescription charges in line with Trust financial procedures, monitoring stock usage, assisting with stock control processes, and ensuring medicines are recycled, returned, or disposed of safely and appropriately.

They will support stock rotation processes, monitor expiry dates, maintain accurate inventory records, and contribute to the efficient operation of automated and manual stock control systems. Accurate record keeping and compliance with financial and operational procedures are essential to maintaining accountability and minimising waste.

Staff Management and Training

The post holder will assist in the induction, supervision, and training of new staff members, students, and trainees. This includes demonstrating duties, providing guidance on procedures and systems, supporting competency development, and acting as a role model within the department.

Within aseptic services, the post holder will support senior pharmacy technicians in training staff on GMP requirements and aseptic procedures. They will also participate in their own professional development by attending training courses, completing competency assessments, and developing skills relevant to their role.

Research and Development

The post holder will participate in pharmacy audits, service evaluations, research projects, and quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient services and operational effectiveness. Responsibilities may include supporting the dispensing and preparation of clinical trial medications, contributing to data collection and audit activities, and assisting with the implementation of service improvements.

Through adherence to best practice, continuous learning, and active involvement in governance and quality activities, the post holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality pharmacy services that support patient care and organisational objectives.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or able to undertake Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services (with workplace support)

Desirable

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (minimum grade C)

Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of procedures for pharmacy services.
• Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems.
• Experience of dispensing medication.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Be able to provide, receive and relay factual information to inform colleagues, patients, and other members of staff about important information.
• Be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats with staff and patients.
• Be able to communicate with patients where there may be barriers to understanding.
• Be able to make judgments involving straightforward facts or situations, some requiring analysis.
• Be able to plan own tasks in order to meet service requirements.
• Be able to work in a busy demand-led service with occasional exposure to verbal aggression from patients, be able to work on the ward, and in a busy Stores environment.
• Able to participate in a 7 day operational model including working weekends and late shifts.

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal University Hospital

Orpington

BR6 8ND

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Delivering high quality, evidence-based and patient focused clinical care through:

• Delivering a high standard of evidence-based care to patients.
• Ensuring good standards of care for the patient are maintained at all times.
• Adhering to NMC Code of Professional conduct at all times.
• Involving and supporting patients, relatives, carers and friends in the care process.
• Promoting well-being and involving patients and relatives in health education.
• Ensuring clear and accurate written and verbal information is given at all times.
• Ensuring contemporaneous record keeping at all times.
• Seeking advice from more senior/experienced members of staff where appropriate.

Working effectively as part of the immediate team and wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) through:

• Liaising effectively with all members of the MDT to ensure patients needs are met.
• Exercising leadership and taking the initiative where appropriate.
• Providing support and advice to ward/unit staff (especially junior staff) on clinical and administrative issues.
• Liaising with discharge coordinator / bed manager to ensure effective admission/discharge of patients.
• Keeping the ward/unit sister / charge nurse informed of significant changes and/or anticipated problems.

Upholding a duty of care and clinical governance through:

• Observing a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of yourself, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital.
• Ensuring the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Trust Foundation together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations are adhered to at all times.
• Maintaining patient confidentiality, dignity and privacy at all times.
• Adhering to the Trusts policy on valuing equality and diversity and showing due regard for each patients cultural and religious beliefs, gender, ethnicity, age and sexuality.
• Strictly adhering to the National Code of Practice on Infection Control. Staff Nurse (Band 5) Job Description Date of Origin: June 2009 3
• Taking responsibility for your own personal development and keeping up to date with nursing and medical knowledge.
• Being aware of current research and the implications for the ward/unit speciality.
• Acting as a role model at all times and for all staff.
• Acting as practice supervisor and/or preceptor/mentor for junior and newly qualified staff.
• Working with appropriate members of the teaching staff to ensure effective staff development (own and others).
• Participating in Trust and Divisional initiatives to develop nursing practice and support change.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RN1) with active UK NMC registration at time of starting appointment

Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

• Clinical expertise relevant to the area

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal)
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members
• Ability to solve and escalate problems and issues
• Ability to manage and prioritise conflicting workloads

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tessa Jowell Health Centre

East Dulwich Groove

London

SE22 8EY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

People management

Ensure all visitors entering the building are welcomed, have identification checked, are asked to sign in and hand washing facilities are signposted.

Respond, using a helpful and problem-solving approach, to all queries and requests for assistance from staff and other visitors.

Ensure all entry and exit of service users, staff, visitors and deliveries is via external airlock (unless emergency access is required).

Ensure all service users enter and exit the building safely under the direction of nursing staff.

Ensure service users are not permitted through the internal airlock until searches have been completed.

Receive and make telephone calls, using a helpful and problem-solving approach. Re-direct calls and take messages as appropriate.

Communicate via staff radio as appropriate.

Engage appropriately with all service users and report any change in presentation or conflict promptly to nurse in charge.

Monitor service users in the reception area and report any concerns to the nurse in charge.

Support the nursing team as the witness for any ‘green’ search conducted in line with Lee Mill RAG protocol when patients return from leave, or any items brought by visitors.

Delivery of initial security inductions to all new staff.

Processing of visitors to the service; to include explanation of prohibited and restricted items and appropriate storage of these items. Completion of required identity checks, completion of required documentation and issuing of visitors badge.

Processing of workmen / contractors visiting the service; to include explanation of prohibited and restricted items and appropriate storage of these items. Completion of required identity checks, completion of required documentation and issuing of visitors badge.

Ensure all regular maintenance is completed in a timely manner to include fire equipment, PAT testing of items and labelling new electronic equipment. Report any discrepancies to security lead and management team.

Security

Follow local security procedure for the allocation of master keys and alarms.

Support logging, ordering, replacement, and reconciliation of broken keys as per local security procedure.

Ensure lone worker devices are charged, in good working order & all checks completed.

Operate effective signing in and out procedures that are compliant with local fire procedures.

Complete all non-clinical security checks required to maintain the safety of the ward.

Monitor and supply patient restricted items, keeping an up to date record of items and ensuring no items are unaccounted for.

Complete daily audit of restricted items and follow local procedure if items are missing.

Complete regular checks of SAS and fire alarm systems

Record and distribute mail to service users, ensuring that all parcels are opened in the presence of the service user, prior to entering the ward and contents are checked for restricted/prohibited items. Any restricted/prohibited items found to be managed in line with unit policy

Open and sort the mail for staff according to agreed procedures.

Ensure security handover is completed to NIC and security nurse each shift with any breaches escalated as per unit policy.

Complete “security estates log” paperwork when logging any security related jobs with estates (in addition to electronic log).

Ensure management team and security lead are informed of all security related estate logs via email.

The environment

Complete audits and inspections of the building, reporting any repairs to the relevant department promptly.

Ensure that the reception and waiting areas are kept safe and tidy.

To inform the estates department of any works that need to be undertaken on the unit and keep accurate records, monitor completion and report back outstanding works to the clinical team on a weekly basis.

Ensure NIC is informed of any estates/contractors entering the patient area before allowing access.

Notify the NIC of any testing/maintenance being carried out on the unit and escort contractors/estates to complete in patient areas.

Follow agreed procedure for access to loft space for any estates/contractors.

Complete perimeter check twice daily and associated records including any breaches and escalation process if damage is found.

Support and implement the emergency and contingency planning situations that may arise within the service.

Administration

Undertake any administrative/ secretarial tasks requested by the unit manager and the clinical team.

Arrange appointments and access to and manage diaries for the clinical team.

Have up to date knowledge of computer systems.

Plan, ensure the smooth running of and take minutes of meetings.

Scan correspondence and reports into the computerised record, ensuring that they can be easily retrieved.

Photocopy, laminate or disseminate relevant documents at request of the team.

Ensure that the telephone system is operational at the beginning of each day switched over at the appropriate times. Report any difficulties with the operation of the telephone system.

Use internal and external mail and the internet to keep up to date and to send and receive messages.

Financial and/or physical resources

To follow agreed processes in the allocation of petty cash and patient monies.

Complete daily audit of money held in unit safe with another staff member and follow escalation process for discrepancies.

To place orders required for the secure services on EPROC and receipt.

Support liaison with couriers and use of systems to ensure secure delivery of post, items to and from pharmacy, and samples to pathology services. Receive deliveries.

Support liaison with appropriate departments concerning the unit vehicles; e.g. service, maintenance, repair, processing of penalty notices, processing of fuel receipts.

Support the team to maintain accurate levels of equipment on the ward, to include PPE, and implementing timely stock ordering to prevent running out

Storage and use of photographic equipment, including e-storage of photographs of visitors, staff, patients and any photographs that may be required as evidence to provide to the police.

Correct storage, charging and issuing of mobile telephones and lone worker devices.

Provide a communication link for staff working with patients in the community that will enable an appropriate and timely response in the event of an untoward incident.

Issuing of unit vehicle keys and fuel card, including using system to ensure security / safety checks are completed on vehicle.

Operate systems for staff to book unit vehicles, book clinical areas / services, book rooms as per local guidance.

Hold details of lone working staff.

Ensure that meeting rooms are tidied at the end of the day and left ready for the following day.

Implementation of policy and/or service developments

Knowledge of QNFMHS Low Secure standards relating to physical and procedural security.

Awareness of service development needs to adapt to changes in Low Secure Standards as they arise.

Inform appropriate staff of any day-to-day problems, together with any possible solutions.

Be aware of and abide by approved policies and procedures.

Other Responsibilities

Participate in the Staff Appraisal process.

Attend any training that is identified as part of the Personal Development Plan and mandatory training as stipulated by the organisation.

Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post.

Support investigation of concerns / complaints relating to the secure receptions.

Act on any reasonable request made by the senior nurse / modern matron / service manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Good all round general education
• - Educated to Vocational Qualification Level II, or able to demonstrate the skills, knowledge and ability to work to this level.

Desirable

• GCSE English
• NVQ II Customer Care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a reception

Desirable

• Experience working in a mental health setting
• Understanding of the service
• Understanding of security

What our Service Users expect of this post holder

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Ability to communicate to a range of people
• Personal and professional boundaries
• Must be able to multi-task
• IT literate
• Able to undertake training pertaining to safety and security and communication equipment
• Good organisational skills
• Team worker
• Flexible
• Self-motivated
• Professional
• Honest
• Reliable

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

Lee Mill Hospital

Beech Road

Ivybridge

Devon

PL21 9HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

There are currently 13 Acute Medicine Consultants with a major commitment to acute medicine and further 4 Physicians with part-time commitment to acute medicine. The Medical Take on-call rota comprises General Medicine consultants from various medical specialties. Successful applicants for these posts will commit to the full take rota and acute medicine weekend working. The post holder will also be contributing to medical take on call (weekends only) but will not be required to work more than 1:7 weekends.

Supervises the medical take from 0800-1730 and is clinician in charge of the AMU shop floor during this period. The APOD will see approximately 1/3 of the AMU patients between 0800 and 1300 hours. The afternoon session is given to further review of sick patients identified on the post take ward round and timely review of new admissions. The APOD runs the 0800 and 1700 twice daily safety briefs and the daily 1100 board round.

Reviews new medical admissions between 0800-1300 hours. This includes patients for post take ward round and those who have been on the unit for more than 24 hours.

The Medical SDEC is covered from 0800-2000 from Mondays to Fridays and from 0800-1730 from Saturday to Sunday.

Acute Medicine Consultants will be expected to work no more than one in seven weekends, in line with other medical specialties. This may comprise of a long take day (0800-2000hrs) and a shorter day on SDEC (0900-1700) or MRU depending upon the rota,

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Acute Internal Medicine or General Internal Medicine via one of the following: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (The proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview). Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR), MRCP (UJ) or an equivalent Qualification

Desirable

• MD, PhD or equivalent
• Specialty Certificate Examination in Acute Internal Medicine
• Preferable CCT in Acute Internal Medicine
• Evidence of sub-specialty or other specific training: CCT in another sub-specialty e.g Infectious Diseases

Skills

Essential

• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion in a range of problems during the acute unselected medical take
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients as an independent practitioner

Desirable

• Experience of NHS
• Accreditation in point of care ultrasound in diagnosis in acute medicine patients
• Higher training medicine specialty training scheme

Teaching

Essential

• Ability to teach clinical and practical skills
• Ability to supervise, appraise, coach and mentor doctors in training

Desirable

• Evidence of interest and ability to educate. E.g. teaching experience and supervision of projects.

Communication

Essential

• Ability to form constructive and effective professional relationships with patients and staff
• Enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure
• An enquiring and critical approach to work Caring attitude to patients
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other staff and agencies Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development. Ability to delegate appropriately
• Ability to lead, communicate, liaise and negotiate with others
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
• Ability to motivate, innovate and support staff of all disciplines
• Ability to organise, and manage outpatient priorities, waiting times/lists
• Ability to manage and lead clinical team. Competent in basic information technology

Desirable

• Advanced skills in information and technology

Research & Clinical Audit

Essential

• Evidence of enthusiasm for research and active participation in audit and quality improvement
• Ability to use validated evidence base and clinical audit to support decision making Ability to understand and apply research methodology

Desirable

• Publications in peer reviewed journals. Presentations and / or publications in particular areas of research

Patient Safety

Essential

• Understanding of the Clinical Governance process
• Active participation in patient safety work and service development
• Dedicated training in patient safety and clinical governance

Management

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
• Documented previous contribution to substantial departmental development Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgments when faced with conflicting pressures
• Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
• Running a service and participation in management process

Desirable

• Formal training Leadership and Management

Practical Requirements

Essential

• Ability and willingness to work the stipulated hours with any reasonable adjustment to take account of any local requirement or disability

Desirable

• Formal training Leadership and Management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The4must haves for you to be considered for this role:

• High quality assessment and treatment skills

• Ability to organise and prioritisewith excellent time management

• Excellent communicationand ITskills

• Ability to contribute to service development and the development of less experienced staff

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Sasha Sadheura on 03003655678 or email : [email protected] wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC/GOsC Registered
• Evidence of ongoing CPD e.g. maintained in a portfolio; attendance at musculoskeletal postgraduate courses; informal learning.

Desirable

• Member of the CSP

Previous Experience

Essential

• 18 months band 5 rotational experience or suitable alternative experience; must include at least 4 months of Musculoskeletal Outpatients.
• Have worked in the NHS and understand the role of a Band 6 within it.
• Experience working as part of a physiotherapy and/or multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of student, Band 5 or physiotherapy assistant supervision

Desirable

• Previous experience at Band 6 Physiotherapist level

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Previous experience with audit
• Self-directed learning
• Ability to work independently
• Awareness of Primary care working and NHS structures
• Good computer literacy

Desirable

• Working knowledge of RIO / Smart card

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sites
• Clear vision of role/commitment to speciality

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

MSK Physiotherapy - West, Church Hill House, 51-52 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR

51-52 Turing Drive

Bracknell

RG12 7FR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Administration

• To have a thorough knowledge of all Practice procedures

• To workin accordance withwritten protocols

• Pulling/filing notes and update as necessary

• Filingand codingpost in medical records

• Summarising patient records

• Photocopy as requested

• Provide test results to patients.

• Book appointmentswhererequired.

Computer

• Registrations of newpatientscomputer data entry and medical records

• Process patients change of address computer data and medical records (have knowledge of practice area)

• Have working knowledge of telephone system.

• Other tasksappropriate tothe role

Confidentiality:

In the course ofseeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and theircarers, Practicestaffand 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 healthcareworkersor the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised personsin accordance withthe Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & Safety:

The post-holder willassistin promoting andmaintainingtheir own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy to include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines

• Identifyingthe 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

• Usingappropriate infectioncontrol procedures,maintainingwork areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards

• Reporting potential risksidentified

• Equality and Diversity

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

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance ofpeoplesrights, 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,carersand colleagues

• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings,prioritiesand rights.

Personal/professional Development:

The post-holder willparticipatein any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

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

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

Quality:

The post-holder will strive tomaintainquality 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 theteamsperformance

• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meetpatientsneeds

• Effectively manage own time,workloadand resources

Communication:

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

• Communicate effectively with other team members

• Communicate effectively with patients and carers

• Recognisepeoplesneeds for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

• Contribution to the Implementation of Service

The post-holder will:

• Apply Practice policies,standardsand 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

Experience

Essential

• Administration experience
• Customer service experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP Practice
• Experience of coding or summarising

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

Outwood Park Medical Centre

Address

Potovens Lane

Outwood

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 2PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://outwoodpark.gpsurgery.net/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

We regret that having reviewed this post, it does not meet the legal requirements to qualify for skilled worker visa sponsorship and, therefore, any applicants for this post must have the legal right to work in the UK with no restrictions or another form of visa. We will not be able to progress any applications from individuals who do not confirm that they have that right in their application

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grade 4 ( c ) or above in English & Maths/equivalent or relevant experience. (Band 2 & Band 3)
• General Pharmaceutical Council accredited course(s) (GPhC) eg stock management. (Band 3)
• British Oxygen Company (BOC) medical gases certificate. (Band 3)
• Certificate in Good Distribution Practice (GDP). (Band 3)

Desirable

• General Pharmaceutical Council accredited course(s) (GPhC) eg stock management. (Band 2)
• British Oxygen Company (BOC) medical gases certificate.(Band 2)
• Certificate in Good Distribution Practice (GDP).(Band 2)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team. (Band 2 & 3)
• Evidence of good customer service skills. (Band 2 & 3)
• Experience in a driving role (Band 2 & 3)
• Experience with automated pharmacy systems. (Band 3)
• Experience with a hospital or stores environment. (Band3)

Desirable

• Experience with a hospital or stores environment. (Band 2)
• Experience with automated pharmacy systems. (Band 2)

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Basic computer keyboard skills (Band 2 & Band 3)
• Ability to communicate effectively including written and verbal.(Band 2 & Band 3)
• Ability to work without direct supervision.(Band 2 & Band 3)
• Ability to undertake multiple tasks (Band 2 & Band 3)
• Lifting and Handling training. (Band 3)
• Medical Gas trained (Band 3)
• Knowledge of pharmacy IT systems. (Band 3)
• Pallet truck experience. (Band 3)
• Ability to deal with complaints (Band 3)

Desirable

• Lifting and Handling training. (Band 2)
• Medical Gas trained (Band 2)
• Knowledge of pharmacy IT systems. (Band 2)
• Pallet truck experience. (Band 2)
• Ability to deal with complaints (Band 2)

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Reliable, trustworthy and punctual. (Band 2 & Band 3)
• Ability to deal with verbal aggression constructively. (Band 2 & Band 3)
• Ability to cope with occasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions. (Band 2 & Band 3)
• Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills demonstrated from relevant experience. (Band 3)

Desirable

• Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills demonstrated from relevant experience.(Band 2)

Other

Essential

• Driving Licence (Band 2 & Band 3)

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northern General Hospital

Herries Road

Sheffield

S5 7AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• 6 sessions per week - Monday, Tuesday & Friday
• Permanent contract
• Mix of face-to-face and telephone consultations
• Structured support for new or experienced GPs
• A culture that genuinely prioritises GP wellbeing and sustainability
• Opportunities for development, including PCN roles and future progression
• Participation in practice and team meetings
• Minimal home visits (shared fairly when required)
• Minimal admin
• 15 minute appointments, capped at 24 appointments per day
• No Duty GP sessions

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact: Dr Dominique Hogan, GP Partner, [email protected] (CV and covering letter) to: [email protected]

View our website -www.silverdalepractice.nhs.uk

Interviews planned from 5th October onwards but can fit around applicant

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree and GMC registration

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

Silverdale Practice

Address

Silverdale Practice

4 Silverdale Road

Burgess Hill

West Sussex

RH15 0EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of pharmacy services across Dispensary, Aseptic Services, Stores and Distribution functions. The role requires adherence to Trust policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), health and safety regulations, and pharmacy professional standards to ensure high-quality patient care and medicines management.

Dispensary

The post holder will contribute to the safe, accurate, and cost-effective supply of medicines for patients throughout the Trust. Responsibilities include dispensing inpatient, outpatient, discharge, and controlled drug prescriptions accurately and efficiently in accordance with departmental SOPs and legal requirements. They will use pharmacy information systems competently, ensuring accurate entry, recording, storage, and archiving of prescription and patient data in line with local and regional governance requirements.

The role requires participation in a seven-day service model, including weekends, late shifts, and bank holidays. The post holder must be able to prioritise workloads effectively, use initiative when managing competing demands, and refer complex or non-routine enquiries to senior staff when appropriate.

Patient-facing responsibilities include delivering a professional and customer-focused service, counselling patients on the safe and effective use of their medications where appropriate, and maintaining high standards of communication with patients, carers, healthcare professionals, and members of the public both in person and over the telephone.

The post holder will support the ongoing development and improvement of dispensary services by contributing to departmental initiatives, service developments, and policies that impact the pharmacy department and wider Trust operations. Additional responsibilities include undertaking housekeeping duties, maintaining a safe and organised working environment, and operating systems such as Omnicell for controlled drug dispensing.

Aseptics

Within Aseptic Services, the post holder will assist in the preparation and supply of aseptically prepared products, including Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), while strictly adhering to GMP standards, aseptic techniques, and departmental procedures.

Responsibilities include cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining aseptic environments, equipment, and isolators according to SOPs, as well as participating in environmental monitoring programmes. The post holder will prepare labels and documentation using pharmacy computer systems, maintain accurate records, and ensure all documentation meets regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

The role involves carrying out transfer disinfection procedures for items entering aseptic units, working for extended periods at isolators, and supporting the maintenance, monitoring, and cleaning of aseptic equipment. Following appropriate training and competency assessment, the post holder may undertake validation activities, monitor aseptic practices, and check the work of colleagues to ensure compliance with required standards.

The post holder is expected to follow hygiene, dress, health and safety, and quality assurance requirements at all times. They will assist senior staff with maintaining validated aseptic processes and contribute to the continuous safe operation of the service.

Stores & Distribution

The post holder will support the effective receipt, storage, stock control, assembly, issue, and distribution of medicines and pharmaceutical products across the Trust. This includes receiving deliveries from suppliers, verifying quantities, quality, pricing, shelf life, and documentation, and accurately recording stock movements using pharmacy computer systems.

Responsibilities include unpacking and storing goods appropriately, processing pharmaceutical returns, managing stock replenishment, carrying out stock checks, monitoring expiry dates, and reporting discrepancies, damaged items, or shortages. The post holder will support pharmaceutical inventory management by ensuring medicines are stored safely and efficiently and that stock levels are maintained according to service requirements.

The role requires visiting allocated wards and departments to replenish stock to agreed levels, checking storage conditions and expiry dates, and providing a reliable top-up service. The post holder will assemble and distribute stock orders, medicines, IV fluids, and supplies to internal and external departments and other Trust sites using both manual and automated systems.

Additional duties include supporting the retrieval and investigation of stock discrepancies, managing patient medication returns, supplying to-follow medications, completing all relevant documentation accurately, and responding professionally to telephone and face-to-face enquiries. The post holder will also monitor environmental storage conditions and escalate concerns when necessary.

Patient Care

A key aspect of the role is supporting patient-centred care by ensuring medicines are supplied safely, accurately, and promptly. The post holder will maintain a professional, courteous, and responsive approach when interacting with patients, carers, nursing staff, medical teams, and colleagues.

Within dispensary and aseptic services, the post holder will provide information and assistance relating to medication supply and use, referring enquiries to an appropriate clinician or senior member of staff when required. They will also support nursing and ward staff with stock-related queries and medication supply issues, contributing to the smooth delivery of patient services.

Financial and Resource Management

The post holder will contribute to the efficient management of pharmaceutical resources and support cost-effective medicines use across the Trust. Responsibilities include collecting prescription charges in line with Trust financial procedures, monitoring stock usage, assisting with stock control processes, and ensuring medicines are recycled, returned, or disposed of safely and appropriately.

They will support stock rotation processes, monitor expiry dates, maintain accurate inventory records, and contribute to the efficient operation of automated and manual stock control systems. Accurate record keeping and compliance with financial and operational procedures are essential to maintaining accountability and minimising waste.

Staff Management and Training

The post holder will assist in the induction, supervision, and training of new staff members, students, and trainees. This includes demonstrating duties, providing guidance on procedures and systems, supporting competency development, and acting as a role model within the department.

Within aseptic services, the post holder will support senior pharmacy technicians in training staff on GMP requirements and aseptic procedures. They will also participate in their own professional development by attending training courses, completing competency assessments, and developing skills relevant to their role.

Research and Development

The post holder will participate in pharmacy audits, service evaluations, research projects, and quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient services and operational effectiveness. Responsibilities may include supporting the dispensing and preparation of clinical trial medications, contributing to data collection and audit activities, and assisting with the implementation of service improvements.

Through adherence to best practice, continuous learning, and active involvement in governance and quality activities, the post holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality pharmacy services that support patient care and organisational objectives.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or able to undertake Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services (with workplace support)

Desirable

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (minimum grade C)

Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of procedures for pharmacy services.
• Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems.
• Experience of dispensing medication.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Be able to provide, receive and relay factual information to inform colleagues, patients, and other members of staff about important information.
• Be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats with staff and patients.
• Be able to communicate with patients where there may be barriers to understanding.
• Be able to make judgments involving straightforward facts or situations, some requiring analysis.
• Be able to plan own tasks in order to meet service requirements.
• Be able to work in a busy demand-led service with occasional exposure to verbal aggression from patients, be able to work on the ward, and in a busy Stores environment.
• Able to participate in a 7 day operational model including working weekends and late shifts.

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal University Hospital

Orpington

BR6 8ND

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Enhance your professional profile through hands-on experience in a fast-paced NHS digital transformation, with opportunities to shape training across multiple acute trusts.

Flexible hybrid working model mostly remote, with occasional travel to Norfolk County Hall; full-time on-site presence required only during training delivery.

Make a difference - be part of an exciting EPR transformation programme that aims to improve patient experience and outcomes, having a positive impact on the healthcare system.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Experience of system training or digital learning tools

Experience

Essential

• Experience of administering and maintaining a Learning Management System (LMS), preferably Totara or similar, used by a wide user base
• Experience working within a training or education team

Desirable

• Experience of supervising or line managing staff, including task delegation and performance support

Skills

Essential

• Strong problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Ability to provide clear direction, support and day-to-day oversight to a small team

Attitude

Essential

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Desirable

• An effective role model, demonstrating the Collaborative's values of: oQEHKL's Living our values oNNUH's PRIDE values oJPUH's Proud of the Paget

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

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address

Norfolk County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding the role please read the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
• A complete and accurate application
• Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
• Evidence of essential experience for role
• Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
• Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
• Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
• Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification

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 Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

East Surrey Hospital

Canada Avenue

Redhill

RH1 5RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

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Employer details

Employer name

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Gwendolen House

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE5 4QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Join Our Team as a Specialist Night Support Worker!

Are you a confident Support Worker driven by a passion for delivering exceptional care in a specialist enhanced support environment?

You'll work 42 hours a weeknights only (including alternate weekends), making a profound difference in the lives of adults with autism and learning disabilities at Broughton Lodge, a specialist enhanced residential service for individuals who may present challenging behaviours.

At Broughton Lodge, we aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration. On site we have a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) who assist and support us to provide outcome based care and support pathways.

Depending on the individuals level of need, we have 3 different areas within the service offering different levels of support, including support for young men and women leaving an educational provision:

Shift Pattern: Nights (8 pm - 8 am)

Week 1: 4 days on, 3 days off

Week 2: 3 days on, 4 days off

Why Choose Cygnet?

• Beyond pension schemes and professional development, we provide perks that enhance your life inside and outside of work
• Enjoy shopping, travel, and leisure discounts, along with healthcare and financial benefits
• Join us for excellent career prospects and the satisfaction of making a daily difference

Your Day-to Day...

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach
• Deliver specialist support interventions alongside a clinical team
• Provide guidance and emotional support
• Adapt help to individuals specific needs
• Assist with medical and welfare needs
• Report on medical and welfare needs as required
• Safeguard the most vulnerable in society
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

You Are...

• Genuinely driven to make a real difference
• An excellent communicator and team player
• Sensitive and intuitive, fostering trust and stimulation
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• Eager to enhance your skills in a specialist enhanced care environment with a clear career progression plan
• Ready to contribute to an open, transparent, and expressive staff culture where you lead your team

Why Cygnet? We'll Offer You...

• £13.45 per hour increasing to £13.75 per hour at 3 months and £14.00 per hour at 18 months
• Opportunities for further learning via our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with overtime options
• Regular coaching and appraisal
• Expert supervision and peer support
• Employee discount savings and Cycle to Work scheme
• 24 hours GP helpline
• Discounted Gym membership
• NHS and blue light discount
• Free eye tests
• On site benefits including free meals
• Plus much more

Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Join Cygnet

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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

Macclesfield

SK11 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Confidentiality

- In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately

- In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential

- Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Patient Management

- Create opportunities to address patients care needs in the most expedient way, taking into

account that continuity of care and access to services are often in direct conflict.

- Encourage patients to be aware of the service pressures within primary care and to manage

their expectations of what we can realistically deliver in a manner that is fair and

proportionate for all care priorities.

- Make improved use of the telephone and other technologies. Encourage patients to rely on face to-face consultation only where there is a clinical need to do so.

- Communicate and reassure patients of the need to offer alternative care options where appropriate and safe to do so.

- To immediately highlight any concerns you may have in respect of safety or quality of patient care to the PCN Clinical Director/Practice Partners/PCN Manager.

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:

- 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 & Diversity

- Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation

- Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues

- Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

- Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation

- Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues

- Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

- 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

- Attend all relevant annual updates

- Inform the lead GP of any concerns regarding the role and any professional development needed

- Be aware of own professional boundaries and what to do when you have reached them

- Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

Quality

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

- Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

- Work to practice protocols

- Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

- Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance

- Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

- Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication

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

- Communicate effectively with other team members

- Be familiar in all mediums of communications such as email, tasks, telephone etc

- Communicate effectively with patients and carers

- Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

- Communicate effectively to outside agencies

- Contribution to the Implementation of Services

Research and Development

- Is able to identify, critically appraise and present significant events related to own performance and discuss within the clinical team.

- Actively contributes to Practice/Service/Team audit/Research activity as required.

- Instigates audit activity as required e.g. new services.

- Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.

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

Important Information:

6 sessions per week

15 appointments per session

Share of visits when required (normally completed by Paramedic)

Mix of telephone, face-to-face appointments

Provide high-quality patient care

Ensure that each patient encounter is maximized to attain contractual target requirements

Work collaboratively & contribute to the management and completion of general clinical administration, including bloods, tasks, urgent enquiries, medical reports.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Good written presentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS skills
• Effective time management planning and organising
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
• Experience with clinical risk management

Desirable

• na

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC registration
• National Performers List registration (England)
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Evidence of current validation
• Evidence of last appraisal
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Desirable

• na

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Not previously been substantively employed at a GP Practice
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives
• General understanding of the primary care contract
• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
• Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours

Desirable

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Not previously been substantively employed at a GP Practice
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives
• General understanding of the primary care contract
• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
• Experience in development of areas of clinical expertise
• Experience of audit and improving care for patients

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

Greenwich Health Ltd

Address

25 John Wilson Street

London

SE18 6PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.greenwich-health.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level nurse with current NMC registration UK.
• Postgraduate training or experience of leadership/management.

Desirable

• Doctorate in a health-related subject.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a post with strategic nursing responsibility and operational management in a complex setting and diverse situations.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the national professional nursing agenda.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to produce reports and documents for Boards and Committees using relevant technology to present complex data and strategy with clarity.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Wedgwood House

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a GP practice, primary care or healthcare environment.
• Previous experience in a supervisory, management or senior administrative role.
• Understanding of GP practice operations and NHS processes.
• Experience managing complaints and handling sensitive situations.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Professional, approachable and adaptable.
• Reliable, proactive, resilient and committed to delivering high-quality patient care and supporting the wider practice team.

Desirable

• Previous practice management experience.
• Knowledge of QOF, enhanced services and claims.
• Understanding of CQC, governance and quality improvement.
• Experience in HR, recruitment, and staff management.
• Relevant management or healthcare administration qualifications.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

41 Rectory Road

Hadleigh

Essex

SS7 2NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• In accordance with the Practice rota, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/herself available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone/video consultations. Accurx consultations, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other healthcare workers within the organisation, using current clinical guidelines, NICE/health pathways guidance
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
• Providing counselling and health education
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Collecting data for audit purposes
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)
• Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

Other Responsibilities within the Organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records
• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and Read-Coding patient data
• Attending Practice meetings
• Attending training and events organised by the Practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Confidentiality:

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

Health & safety:

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

Equality and diversity:

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

Personal/professional development:

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

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

Quality:

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

Communication:

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

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP - MBBS (or equivalent)
• MRCGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development

Desirable

• Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Experience of medicines management
• General understanding of the GMS/PMS contract

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Effective time management
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

Desirable

• Experience of using EMIS clinical system
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Experience with audit

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Leven & Beeford Medical Practice

Address

29 High Stile

Leven

Beverley

HU17 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

Identity Checks

Professional registration and qualification checks

Employment history and reference checks

Occupational Health clearance

Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check

Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Masters Degree (or working towards)

Desirable

• Membership of a relevant professional body e.g. the Emergency Planning Society or Institute of Civil Protection and Emergency Management

Essential

Essential

• Expert knowledge and understanding of the following: - Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and NHS EPRR Core Standards Assurance Process
• Experience of training and delivery of exercises to staff of all levels

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

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A relevant nursing qualification and NMC registration are required

Desirable

• Previous experience within Mental health settings

Experience

Essential

• Appropriate experience either pre or post qualification in the field of mental health

Desirable

• Work in multi-disciplinary setting

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act and Care Act including other relevant legisla on.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team and also without direct supervision.
• Ability to administer medication in line with policy and in keeping with NMC standards
• Able to work autonomously.
• Good me management
• Able to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication on skills in individual and group settings
• High standards of literacy and IT skills

Desirable

• Experience in delivering psychosocial interventions.
• Knowledge of safeguarding

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Forest Gate

St Catherine's Hospital

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities will include:

Planning and Organizing:

Organise and manage documentation for meetings and events, including preparation of agendas and minutes of meetings, tracking actions and timeframes as appropriate. Additionally, to attend any other meetings to take minutes as directed by line manager

Ensure that documentation relating to the projects is up to date, well-maintained and securely held.

Organise and produce reports, papers, presentations and other similar documentation in accordance with organisational timeframes and requirements. These may cover, but are not limited to the quality, safety or health, safety and risk agendas.

Provide effective diary management, ensuring that appointments are planned and coordinated, and run to schedule. Use independent judgement to prioritise the high level completing demands to ensure an appropriate balance in the daily scheduling in line with preferences, responsibilities or project plans.

Provide high quality support to meeting to ensure they are managed and delivered effectively including organising, attending and minuting ad hoc meetings and Corporate and/or Divisional wide events, sending calendar invites, identifying and securing suitable facilities and ensuring that the needs of the attendees are catered for the duration of the event. This will include arranging the meeting preparing agendas, papers, meeting rooms and hospitality if required.

Support the management of activities, gathering information, updating documentation and undertaking enquiries as necessary for the activities lead.

Understand, highlight and document activities risks, issues and actions, ensuring early identification and proactive mitigation where possible, and ensuring concerns are escalated promptly.

Working closely with the Quality Lead as needed to ensure that cross-directorate needs surrounding documentation and support are covered. Covering annual leave and meetings when required.

To work closely with the Chief Nursing Officers directorate and Senior Leadership Team as needed; providing support and undertaking ad-hoc duties when required.

Managing internal and external enquiries and to present complex information succinctly in a range of formats, including verbally and through use of technology and re-directing these as appropriate.

To organise the nursing conference and work with the senior nursing group to plan, action and deliver the programme

Assist with the setting up and management of effective business processes to facilitate the smooth running of the Nursing directorate.

Develop and implement robust work processes and systems to ensure timely delivery against deadlines.

Work closely with other team members to improve current practices and processes to achieve best possible outcomes.

Support the team on the timely capture of lessons learnt following critical incidents and programmes of work

Develop and maintain effective electronic filing systems to ensure information is kept securely and is accessible.

Act as a contact point, dealing with and responding effectively to complex queries from stakeholders and passing on relevant information to appropriate people sensitively and autonomously.

Handle significant quantities of confidential and sensitive information, always ensuring the appropriate degree of confidentially and discretion is adopted at all times.

Work with all team members in the collection of information for performance reporting on relevant team projects. Including supporting the reporting and analysis of information to support delivery of reports for the board and senior management as required

Use initiative to a significant level and demonstrate attention to detail in all aspects of work, managing competing demands and priorities.

Working with external parties as needed as part of their role.

Supporting in project management and participating in events.

Responsible for managing own workload and to work independently and as part of a team.

Working closely with Administrative staff within the Trust to provide an effective network of communication.

Ad hoc duties to be undertaken e.g. photocopying, filing and electronic storage of records.

To ensure all urgent and/or confidential communications are received and distributed from/to relevant parties in a timely manner.

To provide leadership through the knowledge and application of Information Governance policies and procedures when dealing with all forms of communications in the Executives office

To maximise organisational skills to ensure systems and processes are in place to stay on top of communications across this large portfolio of services.

Make sound judgement when faced with a range of information relating to clinical and non-clinical situations and exercising analytical skills to explore the range of options and to ensure matters are relayed to the appropriate person in a timely manner.

To provide high quality speedy and accurate typed information, including proof reading and amending reports and letters and ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines.

To deal independently with routine yet complex business matters in a professional and prompt manner without reference to the Directors.

To contribute actively in the promotion of respect for diversity and inclusive of all individuals, to promote the valued image of people who use Trust services, challenge stigma and uphold the Trust Visions and Values.

To be responsible for own VDU workplace assessment and health and safety surveillance.

Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by the line manager.

Adhering to the Trusts New Ways of Working office based for a minimum of 3 days.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience
• RSA 2 or 3 in Typewriting, or equivalent demonstrable competence

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a PA at Senior level and or experience working in a similar role
• Proficient in using Microsoft packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel etc.

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

18 Mole Business Park

Randalls Rd

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.

We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Application Completion

Essential

• ALL sections of application form FULLY completed

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or NVQ level 2
• Works with a high level of keyboard skills as a minimum ECDL or equivalent experience.
• High level knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of Project Support and administrative procedures

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development
• NEC and CDM 2015 qualifications
• Educated to A level/diploma level 3, Foundation Degree or equivalent experience or competencies
• High level knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (including Microsoft planning software, project, and other software with project documentation)

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 years previous experience of project support, IT infrastructures and procedures, preferably within the NHS Capital Works Departments.
• Experience of projects and team administration, including version control and maintenance of Risk and Issues Logs
• Experience of developing agendas and maintaining action logs
• Experience of uploading tenders and works orders.
• Proven organisational, administrative and planning skills to support the set-up, management and development of the project logs, prioritising the project tasks and associated work streams, as directed by the Project Team
• Experience of working with clinical staff, senior managers and leaders

Desirable

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an project support role including at least 1 years' experience in a specialism
• Experience of working in an NHS environment, preferably in more than one type of organisation.
• Experience of co coordinating works packages and work force
• Experience of dealing with general construction trades such as electricians and mechanical engineers.
• Basic engineering understanding

Skills, Knowledge & Ability

Essential

• Understanding of the principles of project management.
• Understanding of organizational development
• Confidentiality and tact necessary for dealing with the most senior level and the most complex and sensitive information
• Proven organisational and planning skills
• Ability to present data in a clear and understandable format
• Ability to work under pressure, whilst meeting deadlines
• Minute taking experience/skills

Desirable

• Understanding of the NHS structure, strategy, vision and policy
• A good understanding of the operation of NHS organisations and good working knowledge of other organisations that impact on them

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills together with the ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders.
• Building effective relationships, this includes developing interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills
• Proven team worker with ability to motivate others
• Must be flexible to meet project needs
• Understands and clarifies detailed instructions
• Must be able to work within agreed parameters and with minimal supervision

Desirable

• Ability to communicate technical information to staff
• Aware of own strengths and development needs

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

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Hull Royal Infirmary & Castle Hill Hospital

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the Facilities team so they adhere to the standards of the NHS Code of Conduct for Managers and consistently demonstrate and promote behaviours and actions reflective of the Trusts values

Support cost improvement opportunities and service efficiencies that may improve the organisations operations

To ensure that all risks and issues are identified, addressed and

mitigated or notifiedappropriately

JE160088

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level or equivalent experience within Facilities Service
• Level 3 in Food Hygiene and Food Safety as a minimum
• Competent in computing skills to RSA 2 or equivalent experience
• Technical Qualification in Cleaning Services or willing to work towards

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Waste managements in NHS, including CQC outcomes
• Knowledge of catering types and systems
• Must be able to communicate with groups at various levels where there may be barriers to understanding
• Knowledge of the statutory requirements governing the Facilities Provision
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues
• Numeracy skills to interpret benchmarking statistics and financial data, used to dealing with data both electronically and written
• Ability to plan tactically and creatively and to prioritise work programmes in the face of competing demands
• Ability to manage and deliver services to deadlines and within resources
• Ability to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create conditions for successful partnership working
• Proven ability to be customer focussed at all times

Other

Essential

• Must have access to an independent means of transport and be willing to travel between Trust premises on a regular basis

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

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Address

St Michaels

St Michaels Road

Warwick

CV34 5QW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a full-time post of 10 PAs: 8 PAs for direct clinical care for elective work, 1 PA for on call and 1 SPA.

Timetable

The content of the job plan will reflect an interest in obstetrics and major complex cancer surgery. Some sessions are delivered flexibly depending on service needs and the skills and interests of the successful candidate.

Each session of four hours attracts 1.25 PAs to include pre- and postoperative care.

This is an example weekly job plan:

Week A

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Flexi list

Elective caesarean section list

Renal list

Flexi list

Elective caesarean section list

Renal list

Week B

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Flexi list

Upper GI list

Labour ward

Flexi list

Upper GI list

Labour ward

The anaesthetic department at QCCH and Hammersmith Hospital is one of three anaesthetic departments within Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The successful candidate may occasionally be asked to cover anaesthetic work at Charing Cross Hospital or St Marys Hospital, depending on need.

The on call commitment for the post holder will be a prospective 1:8 non-resident rota covering obstetrics. There is a dedicated resident anaesthetist (ST5-7 level) covering labour ward out of hours.

The SPA allocation will be 1 per week (4 hours). SPA time is given to support continuing professional development, teaching, clinical governance and preparation for appraisal.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice or eligible to apply for GMC registration and a Licence to Practice
• On GMC's Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the register by the date of the interviews or eligible for specialist registration
• Appropriate Royal College Membership

Knowledge/ Skills

Essential

• Training and experience in obstetric anaesthesia to Special Interest Area (SIA) level or equivalent
• Training and experience in anaesthesia for major general surgery including the specialist areas of HPB, endocrine, upper GI and renal surgery to Stage 3 training or equivalent
• IT skills and computer literacy

Leadership/ Management Skills

Essential

• Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
• Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues.
• Leadership and management training to Stage 3 or equivalent
• Management of staff

Teaching & Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff

Audit

Essential

• Understanding of principles of clinical audit, QI project delivery and governance structures

Academic achievements including publications

Essential

• Evidence of achievement to Stage 3 training or equivalent

Language

Essential

• Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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).