Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the primary care team at HMP Pentonville. HMP Pentonville is a Category B prison in London, with capacity of 1100 males.

Hours

This position is full time time working 37.5 hours per week.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications

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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Caledonian Rd

Islington

London

Middlesex

N7 8TT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To ensure effective discharge planning within the team, liaising with other members of the MDT as appropriate
• To deliver physiotherapy in different locations, according to the requirements of the post e.g. Trust premises, community premises
• To use advanced theoretical and practical knowledge to advise, guide and teach less experienced physiotherapists, assistants and students in the assessment and management of patients and other aspects of clinical care, including record keeping.
• To provide specialist recommendations or second opinion of clinical management and expert advice to the MDT, including peers and consultants, and external organisations.
• To liaise with the Renal Consultants to formulate protocols/care pathways for the assessment and management of patients attending the Renal Outpatient clinics
• To manage clinical risk within own clinical caseload, and ensure that clinical risk is effectively managed across the physiotherapy renal team
• To be an active member of the weekend duty orthopaedic rota, and cover of statutory and public holidays, maintaining the competency required to work as the sole physiotherapy practitioner within this clinical area (optional after first year in post)
• See job description for full list of responsibilities.

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Extensive specialist experience in renal disorders at a senior level
• Advanced knowledge and experience of a wide range of approaches to the management of complex acute and chronic renal conditions, particularly related to rehabilitation and exercise
• Experience of supervising and developing other staff and students
• Experience of teaching and presenting to other staff

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to process and share highly complex information
• Demonstrates leadership attributes and motivational skills
• High level of understanding of roles of other members of the multidisciplinary team, and own role within the team
• Able to give constructive feedback
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tessa Jowell Heath Centre

72H East Dulwich Grove

London

SE22 8EY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Education & Training

Essential

• Basic general education
• Literate & Numerate
• Willingness to undertake future training as required by the post

Desirable

• BIFM/NVQ level 2

Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare or hospitality environment

Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with good interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Capable of achieving and maintaining high standards
• Dependable & reliable with good time management skills.
• Able to remain effective under pressure
• Able to work as part of a team
• Self motivated and enthusiastic
• Excellent customer care skills
• Ability to give a positive impression of yourself and the organisation

Abilities

Essential

• Able to undertake manual handling requirements of the role
• Able to work under pressure
• Maintain concentration when undertaking tasks
• Able to cope with the movement of deceased
• Cleaning which may include bodily fluids

Desirable

• Welsh speaker

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

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

Chepstow Hospital

Tempest Way

Chepstow

NP16 5YX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational Management & Security

• Oversee day-to-day network performance, including security, user administration, configuration, patching, and performance tuning.

• Plan and execute periodic technology refreshes, while managing warranties, support contracts, operating systems, and software licensing compliance.

• Maintain robust business continuity, disaster recovery, and resilience plans for all networking services.

• Create and maintain accurate, up-to-date technical documentation across all system management processes

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

We are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Ability to interpret and advice on national NHS guidance and policy on ICT systems, services and standards, and to adopt/adapt local policy accordingly

Networking experience

Essential

• Three years proven experience in a specialist technician role in networking technologies.
• Experience of designing appropriate resilience and business continuity of networking technologies

Desirable

• ITIL
• Holding a range of professional training certifications for networking technologies

Training, Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Educated to post-graduate level or equivalent experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.
• Evidence of significant personal development through formal courses and/or experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Eureka Park

Eureka place Medical Centre

Ashford

TN25 4BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Emergency and Specialist Medicine (ESM)

You will be working within the multidisciplinary team (LRI & LGH) where you will provide a pharmacy services to a variety of clinical areas including Acute Medicine, Neurology, Stroke, Geriatrics, Diabetes, Endocrinology, Infectious Diseases, Rheumatology, Dermatology and Medical Day Case.

Opportunity to work with many specialties to further develop and lead on local initiatives such as flow and improving discharge processes.

The University Hospitals of Leicester has one of the busiest Emergency Departments in the country. Our acute medicine department also has a large Acute Medical Unit, an Acute Ambulatory Care service, a Short Stay Unit, an Acute Care Medical HDU and 2 Acute Frailty Units; which incorporates specialist frailty services.

ESM/Education & Training Team

ESM aspect as above.

Education and Training responsibilities:

• To assist in the induction planning and oversight for new trainee and foundation pharmacists. This will include updating induction rotas, completion of induction checklists and the planning of competency assessments.
• Provide ongoing and diploma support for foundation pharmacists (ward assessments, case based discussions, presentations).
• To assist in the planning, delivery and quality assurance of University placement programmes and other training sessions deemed appropriate.
• Both roles will be expected to provide adhoc support within the E&T team and will include line management responsibilities and providing support for the line managers of staff in training posts

Womens & Children

Opportunity to work in the following expert areas:

• Neonatology (Based at the LRI and LGH)
• Obstetric and gynaecology services across the LRI and the LGH
• General and specialist paediatric services at the LRI including Medicine, Surgery,
• Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, parenteral nutrition and neurology
• Paediatric Oncology and Haematology
• Cardiology, intensive care and ECMO

MSSUGGs

Musculoskeletal/Specialist Surgery/Urology, Gastroenterology and General Surgery/HPB

This team is based across the LRI, LGH and the Glenfield

• Trauma, Orthopaedics and Ortho-geriatrics
• Specialist Surgery (ENT, Plastic,oral and maxillofacial surgery, ophthalmology)
• Gastro-enterology
• Colorectal, GI and General Surgery (inc bariatrics)
• Urology
• Hepato-Pancreato-Biliar

MSSUGGS (0.6 WTE)/Antimicrobials (0.4 WTE).

The postholder will provide clinical pharmacy input within MSSUGGS supporting safe, effective and patientcentered use of medicines for patients with a range of acute and chronic conditions.

The postholder will also be part of the antimicrobial team focusing on antimicrobial stewardship, contributing to the delivery of highquality antimicrobial pharmacy services, supporting appropriate prescribing, infection management and optimisation of antimicrobial use across the Trust.

This post offers a unique opportunity to develop skills across both specialist clinical pharmacy practice and antimicrobial stewardship, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver highquality, evidencebased care. The role is essential to maintaining safe clinical services within both MSSUGGS and antimicrobial services. Antimicrobial Pharmacy Service (2 days per week on Monday and Tuesday) and MSSUGGS (3 days per week on Wednesday to Friday).

Post holder will be expected to contribute towards evening, on-call, bank holiday and weekend rotas.

Please see the attached Job Description for more information on role requirements.

If you are considering applying for one of our roles we would encourage you to talk to us to discuss how we can support your development and how you can support our services. We would love to talk to you!

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in pharmacy
• Pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Post-graduate certificate in Clinical Pharmacy / Pharmacy practice or evidence of equivalent clinical experience
• Working towards completion of a Post graduate Diploma/MSc in Clinical Pharmacy/ Pharmacy practice

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership training and skills particularly change management
• Registered Independent Prescriber
• Membership of a professional body e.g. MRPharmS or UKCPA or equivalent specialist group
• Evidence of Practice Research projects undertaken
• Registered Independent Prescriber

Knowledge

Essential

• Sound current clinical knowledge
• Evidence of post registration commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable

• Awareness of National Issues
• Clinical Governance
• Knowledge of patients own drug (POD) and self medication schemes
• Evidence of teaching undergraduates, post- graduates, doctors, nurses, pharmacists
• Communication skills at level sufficient to be able to undertake commitment

Experience

Essential

• Approaching 2 years (minimum) post-registration experience in pharmacy practice with relevant clinical experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in hospital
• Experience of working in medicines information (either as trainee or qualified pharmacist)
• Evidence of achievement in the capacity of clinical/ward pharmacist
• Experience of on-call/ability to deal with calls out of hours.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of communication skills, verbal/written. Good interpersonal and communication
• Assertive and enthusiastic
• Able to supervise other Pharmacists

Desirable

• Previous supervisory/management training. Evidence of management of staff in previous post
• Evidence of management of staff in previous post
• Evidence of good time management skills of self and others

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

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 of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Infirmary and General Hospital

Infirmary Square

Leicester

LE15WW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role supports people to take control of their own recovery journey, enabling transitions across, out of and beyond services.

We embed recovery-focused language and a culture of co-production, shared learning and strength-based approaches, creating safe spaces and recovery-focused opportunities. The role provides students with learning experiences which promote self-care, recovery, and wellbeing.

As a Locality Coordinator you will have knowledge of your locality, its needs, and the services within the geographical area. You will work in a key role co-facilitating courses, supporting students, facilitators, and coordinating course delivery alongside an innovative team. The role includes managing people with lived expertise of facing and overcoming mental health challenges, and engaging external stakeholders.

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

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of the defining features of a recovery college and the ethos, Awareness of a range of different training and facilitation methods
• Ability to teach and facilitate subjects related to recovery and self-management
• Good range of IT skills including use of excel & power-point
• Organisational skills and ability to time manage training, managerial and administrative demands
• Excellent interpersonal and written skills
• Ability to deliver training and effective learning outcomes

Desirable

• Attended Recovery College Courses/Workshops

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing professionally with people experiencing difficult situations
• Current experience and evidence of using lived experience in a work/voluntary capacity
• Personal/close relational experience of health & Wellbeing recovery and use of supportive services
• Able to communicate with people at all levels within the organisation

Desirable

• Experience working in an educational/ training establishment

Training, Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Evidence of study at Diploma Level and 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

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Eastern and Coastal Area Offices

St Martin's Hospital, Littlebourne Road

Canterbury

CT1 1AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

ensure services are organised to enable the delivery of safe and high quality patient care

keep all patient/team and ward records up to date

act as the first point of contact to all visitors to the ward, including patients, relatives/carers and MDT members

respond to phone calls from relatives/carers and professionals

monitor, order and put away all ward stocks/equipment

act as a fire warden

contribute to ward audit and service improvements

attend meetings , take minutes and distribute these to the wider team

ensure safe and appropriate referrals as part of the patient discharge pathway

contribute to clinical governance, infections control and ward assurance standards

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• ECDL
• Understanding of trust policies and procedures
• Customer care qualification
• NVQ level1/2/3 qualification
• Basic CPR/Moving and Handling/Fire/Food Hygiene

Experience, knowledge and skills

Essential

• Knowledge of PAS system for admissions, transfers and discharges
• Good Keyboard Skills/IT Skills
• Good Customer care skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hexham General Hospital

Corbridge Road

Hexham

NE46 1QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Oxfordshire Shared Lives Scheme supports people to become carers and provide paid care in their own home to adults who need some help and support with day-to-day life. The assistance needed can vary a great deal depending on the individual.The aim is, as far as possible, to enable people to live the kind of life they choose, in an ordinary household.

People who use the service need practical and emotional support to live their lives more fully and independently and feel part of a family household.They may have mental health difficulties, a learning disability, physical health needs, be an older person needing extra help, or a young person leaving care requiring continued support.

We are keen to recruit people from all backgrounds who feel they can offer this type of paid support in their own home. Shared Lives Carers are approved with the County Council and work on a Self -employed basis. This means that you can still do your day job if preferred or, focus on working from home and offer someone anything from occasional short breaks through to a longer-term, full-time arrangement whereby someone lives with you. You don't need to have had previous experience in Social Care but you do need to have a positive approach, be willing to learn , have a spare bedroom and be comfortable sharing your home. There is a training and assessment process and you will be fully supported by the Shared Lives Scheme.

Shared Lives Carers are paid a sessional rate . The weekly rates per person you support are £417- £568. There are special tax arrangements for Shared Lives Carers.This means that you can be earning up to £40,000 in this role without needing to pay tax on this income

f you have questions or doubts about whether you would be suitable, then please do contact the Shared Lives Scheme on 01865897971 so we can talk it through with you.

The support you could give can make a huge difference to the lives of people using the service, often enabling them to experience new opportunities, reach new goals and live their best life.

Sharing your life can change a life . and you could be just the person we are looking for!

Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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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.

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

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

Oxfordshire

OX149NZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous administrative/office experience
• Experience of working face to face and/or telephone contact with the general public

Desirable

• Previous administrative experience

Skills

Essential

• Literacy and Numeracy skills
• Excellent keyboard skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task
• Audio Typing

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality.
• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages, including use of Excel and Power-point, internet, e-mail etc...

Desirable

• Knowledge of Patient Administration System (or equivalent system)
• Medical Terminology

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard*
• An appropriate speed and accuracy of typing is required for this role and this will be assessed at interview

Desirable

• Vocational qualification level 3

Other requirements

Essential

• Able to work in a team. Good communication skills. Ability to work flexibly Smart and professional Appearance

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

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD9 6RJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached documents for an in-depth job description and person specification.

For more information about this role or to book an informal visit, please contact Jane Loxam via email.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality.

Values

Essential

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

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using Microsoft Office applications
• Previous experience in a secretarial / administrative role
• Experience of using EPR (Electronic Patient Records)

Desirable

• Experience of working in health service
• Knowledge / experience of PAS
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
• Good general education

Desirable

• RSA II typing/Word processing or equivalent

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

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Teaching Hospitals. Saint Lukes Hospital

Little Horton Lane

Bradford

BD5 0NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Full Registration with the General Medical Council
• FRCS or equivalent
• Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), relevant CESR or European Community Rights

Desirable

• Higher degree (MD, PhD, etc)

Experience

Essential

• Ability to practice independently in ophthalmology and offer expert clinical opinion in ophthalmology
• Experience of leadership of service developments and transformation
• Excellent clinical skills
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients

Desirable

• Experience of medical workforce management
• Experience of digital transformation

Teaching

Essential

• Experience of and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff.

Research, Audit and Clinical Governance

Essential

• Experience of and commitment to medical audit.
• Experience of research and Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Ability to supervise postgraduate research and audit
• Publications in peer reviewed journals

Continued Professional / Personal Development

Essential

• Demonstrable evidence of lifelong learning.
• Reflective approach to personal development with an ability to acknowledge and effectively manage poor performance.
• Participation in appropriate peer review processes.

Desirable

• Continued Professional / Personal Development

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and respond appropriately to service need.
• Ability to organise and manage own workload efficiently
• Excellent communication skills with patients, colleagues, managers and other staff.
• Empathetic and sensitive approach to patient needs.
• Approachable and effective Multi-disciplinary team member with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Positive approach to lessons learnt.
• Confident approach

Desirable

• Experience of audit management
• Undertaken management training course
• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
• IT Skills
• Presentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Breconshire War Memorial Hospital

Cerrigcochion Road

Brecon

LD3 7NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include assessing and managing patients with undifferentiated conditions, identifying disease risks, developing care plans, providing health education and counselling, making autonomous clinical decisions, referring patients appropriately, and keeping accurate clinical records. The role also involves prescribing in line with practice and ICB guidelines, supporting audits, and undertaking other routine GP responsibilities. Additional duties may include assisting with private medical reports/examinations and participating in ward rounds for residential or nursing home patients when required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS

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

Shaftesbury Medical Centre

Address

FIRST CHOICE MEDICAL CENTRE

275A Kings Rd

Harrow

Middlesex

HA2 9LG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assess and develop treatment plans for service users within the specialist in-patient setting presenting with communication needs and/or dysphagia. This may include those with additional sensory and/or physical disability, mental health diagnosis and/or challenging behaviour

To be responsible for managing a defined caseload, in the context of the service caseload, with ongoing evaluation of clinical effectiveness

To provide line management and supervision to junior Speech and Language Therapists and/or Assistant Therapy Practitioners.

To work with and be available to other SLTs, assistant therapy practitioners and students for support and joint consultation regarding clinical practice as required

To work with service users and carers to identify SLT requirements as part of the overall care plan

To plan and implement individual interventions, in collaboration with the service user and carer

To monitor, evaluate and modify interventions with service users to ensure effectiveness of intervention and positive outcomes

To have knowledge and understanding of the application of alternative and augmentative communication

To be skilled and confident in facilitating group work with service users

To undertake complex risk assessment and risk management for individual service users

To ensure that clients are consulted and involved in decisions about their care

To contribute to case formulations as part of the multidisciplinary team

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registration with HCPC
• Post graduate training/experience in learning disabilities, mental health/challenging behaviour and physical/sensory disabilities
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Dysphagia training

Experience

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and application of speech and language therapy assessments and interventions
• Detailed knowledge of evidence-based practice and its contribution to practice governance
• Extensive clinical experience and ability to demonstrate application of advanced clinical skills
• Ability to facilitate therapist, generic technician and student development through effective supervision
• Experience of working within a Learning Disability setting
• Planning and coordination of treatment packages
• Leadership and first line management experience

Desirable

• Participation in research projects and audit
• Experience of working in a relevant in-patient setting

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Elm ward

Kingfisher Court

Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Offer a friendly face, calm reassurance and practical support to patients and relatives who may be anxious, overwhelmed or unexpectedly in hospital, helping to ease pressure and improve their experience.

The volunteers were really helpful, Im grateful for your support. Northampton General Hospital Patient Feedback.

Volunteers will not be expected to provide clinical care, medical advice or undertake duties outside the agreed volunteer role. Full training, guidance and support will be provided.

• Please only apply if you are able to commit to a minimum of 3 hours per a week.
• Tell us which day and time (between Monday and Sunday, 8am to late) you are available.
• We receive many applications but can only accept a limited number of volunteers, so including all requested information is essential.
• We look forward to reading your application.

Person Specification

Question 1

Essential

• Are you able to commit to a minimum of 3 hours per week on a regular day and time? (If not, we may be unable to progress your application, as most of our volunteer roles require a regular weekly commitment.)

Question 2

Essential

• Please tell us which days and times you are available (Monday to Sunday 8am- Late).

Question 3

Essential

• Why would you like to volunteer with us?

Question 4

Essential

• What skills, experience or qualities would you bring to this role?

Question 5

Essential

• Please confirm you are over 18

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry a clinical caseload and act as the lead practitioner fulfilling the named nurse role for a group of service users. The post provides opportunities to specialise in different aspects of specialist mental health care.

To undertake comprehensive personalised care and support needs and risk assessments(including capacity assessments)

Where necessary to administer prescribed medication or to superviseits administration and assess the service user for desired and non-desired effects.

To maintain robust clinical records and prepare reports as required.

To be aware of and comply with the relevant mental health and workrelated legislation and policy at all times.

Car driver essential as a majority of the posts are community based, the post holder will need a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes including business insurance (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

For full details of the main duties and responsibilities of the role please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

Person Specification

Knowledge/Training/Experience

Essential

• RMN or Dip / BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing
• ENB 998 / Preceptorship and Mentorship.

Desirable

• ENB 812/Bsc in Specialist Community Nursing Practice (Mental Health)
• Psychosocial interventions

Experience and Attainments

Essential

• Experience of working in a range of settings relevant to the post
• Post registration experience at Band 5 level or equivalent
• Experience of working in acute mental health inpatient/day care services
• Experience of working in situations of crisis and emotionally demanding environments.
• Experience and knowledge of safeguarding process
• Experience of teaching and training
• Experience and knowledge of working in a multi-ethnic community
• Experience of delivering evidence based care

Desirable

• Experience of working with acute mental health problems in a community setting.

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation, ethical issues, strategic frameworks and current guidelines regarding the range of presenting problems in adult mental health, their implications for both practices and clinical management
• Professional Code of Conduct
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Clinical risk assessment and management in a community setting.

Desirable

• Knowledge of parenting literature and its application
• Ability to teach and train others using multi-media materials suitable for presentation.
• Knowledge of current developments in research with service user group

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Skills to use and give supervision effectively
• Skills in the use of complex methods of assessment and treatment of individual, couples, and families requiring sustained and intense concentration.
• Skills in applying theory to practice and ability to use a range of models in formulating community care plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-professional team
• Ability to work with diverse communities in a wide variety of contexts
• Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information where persuasive, empathic and reassuring skills are required
• Ability to deal sensitively with stressful situation including; staff and organisational problems; safeguarding; family breakdown; serious mental ill health and risk of self-harm
• Ability to cope with verbal abuse and to recognise and diffuse potential physical abuse from service users.
• Ability to apply practice governance as appropriate to maintain ethical and effective clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour.
• Assessing and monitoring physical health care

Desirable

• Substantial IT skills

Communication and People Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing at an ageappropriate level - complex, technical, and/or clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, carers and professionals within and outside the NHS
• Ability to work flexibly across service boundaries.
• Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to hold the stress of others.

Organisational skills

Essential

• Ability to maintain high standards of record keeping, including data entry and recording.
• Ability to work autonomously, setting appropriate goals in accordance with professional, ethical guidelines and Trust policies.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Colne House, 21 Upton Road, Watford, WD18 0JP

Upton Road

Watford.

WD18 0JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

- Help to ensure the Service Desk attains and seeks to improve internally set and customer facing targets.

- Monitor and action the IT Service Desk queue for the team, efficiently responding to queries within agreed Service Level Agreements. Customers/Users should be kept informed of progress.

- Escalate customer issues and requests to Service Desk Supervisors.

- Assess the impact and urgency of calls to enable appropriate prioritisation in line with Service Level Agreements

- Champions a customer-focused approach and the delivery of high-quality products that respond to customers needs.

- Participate in the review and resolution of major incidents where required

- Assist in the maintenance of IT asset inventories as required.

- Be able to work within other IT Service Desk teams as required by the needs of the service.

- Prepared to undertake and complete tasks outside of their job description on an as-required basis in response to business demands.

- Undertake other duties that are considered to be within the general scope of this post as required by the Service Desk Supervisor.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 or more GCSE level qualifications including English and Mathematics at grade A to C or equivalent. Exposure to ITIL Practice Evidence of technical training to first level support.

Desirable

• ITIL Foundation

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working providing second line support for IT Systems in a complex IT support environment using ITIL principles.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in an NHS environment providing second line support for IT Systems in a complex IT support environment using ITIL principles.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of supporting a broad range of IT equipment and services including desktops, printers and network environments.

Desirable

• LOA NHS MAIL Administration
• Strong knowledge of National NHS applications

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care

Address

St. James's House / hybrid working

Salford

M6 5FW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Clinical

1.1 Undertakes assessment of the needs of the patient and family/carers, and discusses these with other members of the multi-disciplinary team as indicated.

1.2. Liaises and works closely with the senior IPU nursing team and members of the multi-disciplinary team to provide specialist palliative care nursing skills within individualised care pathways.

1.3. Implements care based on the initial assessment and ongoing assessments, communicating changes in the patients condition to relevant members of the multi-disciplinary team.

1.4. Demonstrates a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to palliative care patients to ensure that physiological, psychosocial, spiritual and cultural needs of the patient and family are met.

1.5. Understands physiological and psycho-social processes that indicate the need for therapeutic interventions and reacts appropriately and safely to the potential outcomes of such interventions. 1.6. Communicates with the patient, family/carers, and the multi-disciplinary team, to facilitate continuity and consistency of effective care.

1.7. Completes documentation relating to patient care and takes a role in developing and improving nursing documentation.

1.8. Assesses the information required by the patient and family/carers. Produces and uses appropriate formats to ensure optimum understanding of identified holistic care needs.

1.9. Enables the patient and family/carers to participate in the planning of care, where appropriate. Assists with teaching and provides support in preparation for all palliative care treatment needs.

2. Managerial

2.1. In the absence of members of the senior nursing team, and in rotation with other Senior Staff Nurses, takes charge of the In-Patient Unit.

2.2. In the absence of members of the senior nursing team, maintains a skilled nursing presence so as to facilitate a team approach for nursing interventions and multi-disciplinary team working.

2.3. Helps foster a supportive working environment and maintenance of staff morale through mutual regard and respect.

2.4. Acts as a mentor / supervisor / assessor to provide support and a positive learning environment to new and junior staff within the IPU.

2.5. Is aware of all Hospice policies and procedures and collaborates with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that these are observed.

2.6. Works closely with members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that clinical standards of care are achieved and participates in the audit of clinical care.

2.7. Promotes a safe clinical environment for all patients, visitors and staff.

3. Educational

3.1. Maintains awareness of current advances and research, and uses educational opportunities, to maintain the highest standards of specialist palliative care offered to patients and family/carers.

3.2. Educates and trains junior members of the team in the development of specialist nursing skills. 3.3. Responds to the educational needs of members of the multi-disciplinary team by imparting knowledge of the treatment and nursing care for patients requiring palliative care.

3.4. Acts as mentor / supervisor / assessor to students and junior staff and assists in the assessment of their competencies.

3.5. To carry out review and annual staff appraisals

3.6 Develops an area of special interest and knowledge related to a specific area of practice and acts as a resource to other nursing staff with regards to this, teaching as necessary

4. Professional

4.1. Ensures own registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and is aware of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice

4.2. Fulfills revalidation criteria in accordance with NMC recommendations.

4.3. Positively commits to staff appraisal, performance and clinical supervision to ensure personal professional development.

4.4. Positively commits to creating a culture on the IPU that reflects the organisational values

4.5 Participates in educational programmes and specifically attends teaching identified to meet Senior Staff Nurse development aims and objectives such as leadership/managerial courses.

5. Other Responsibilities

5.1. To undertake any other such duties or general tasks and hours of work as may reasonably be required and to work in other locations within the hospice organisation.

5.2. Lead by example, exemplifying the Hospice values and behaviours Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant Palliative Care post registration experience or other relevant experience as a Senior Staff Nurse .
• Experience of leading a team of nurses.
• Experience of mentorship for junior staff.

Particular Skills and Aptitudes

Desirable

• Great communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to articulate in a clear, sensitive manner.
• Great interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an emotionally demanding environment.
• Computer literate.
• Willingness to develop teaching and assessing skills.
• Evidence of developing leadership skills within a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with the NMC.
• Palliative care qualification (such as ECEPC).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in specialist palliative care.
• Assessors training.
• Evidence of post-registration courses undertaken.
• Diploma or Degree level study.

Personal Qualities and other requirements

Desirable

• Understanding of Hospice philosophy and the structure and nature of specialist palliative care services.
• Awareness of the concept of clinical supervision and reflective practice.
• Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willing to undertake internal rotation.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Awareness of, and commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of the Hospice.

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

Princess Alice Hospice

Address

West End Lane

Esher

Surrey

KT10 8NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Cleaning of floor areas as scheduled by means of vacuuming, mopping, buffing and spray cleaning.
• Undertake deep cleans in areas where infection is present.
• Removal of rubbish including domestic and clinical waste from designated areas to disposal point.
• Cleaning of sanitary areas, toilet, sinks, shower cubicles and staff changing areas.
• Damp dusting of all surfaces, ledges, shelves, curtain rails.
• Cleaning of internal glass.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in all work areas.
• Carry out any urgent spot cleaning and spillage.
• Participate in training programmes relevant to efficiency, fire drills, hygiene, the requirements of the health and safety at Work regulations and other courses as deemed necessary for the efficient working of the department.
• Any other duties as deemed appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications / Professional Registration

Essential

• Basic Food Hygiene and/or Level 1 Food Safety Certificate or must be achieved within 6 months of start date.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 1 or 2 or equivalent
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Previous cleaning experience

Desirable

• Customer Service training

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blyth Community Hospital

Thoroton Street

Blyth

NE24 1DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and personal specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Good working experience within ward-based healthcare gathered over a reasonable period of time.
• Experience of working with a broad range of ages
• Evidence of appropriate competencies at Assistant or Assistant Practitioner level within Therapy or healthcare.
• Working knowledge of Excel & Word Computer programmes
• Ability to work across a 7-day service
• In-Depth knowledge and understanding of the Therapy role within the In-Patient Team

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Work within a community based setting
• Previous manual handling experience
• Past responsibility for training/supervising other support staff.
• Evidence of responsibility for work processes e.g. Health & Safety checks.
• Recent working experience, preferably as a Therapy Assistant level within an in-patient setting.
• Knowledge of local discharge pathways.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum NVQ level III or equivalent relevant to Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Associate member of the CSP or RCOT
• Foundation level degree or equivalent - subject must be relevant to physiotherapy/occupational therapy
• Qualification in Anatomy & Physiology

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate established motivational skills.
• Able to produce a Therapeutic treatment plan for a limited field of conditions.
• Well-developed communication skills, including interpersonal skills, liaison, influencing and negotiation.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to work on own without immediate support.
• Ability to organise own workload.
• Good observation skills.
• Good understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to present a professional image
• Ability to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the day
• Responsible for data entry, text processing or storage of data utilising paper or computer based data entry systems.

Desirable

• Role of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy
• Importance of continuous education
• IT Literacy

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To provide Physiotherapy assessment and treatment interventions for a specified service user group, to carry a caseload as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and to develop the Physiotherapy service provision within the setting.

All staff should comply with the Trusts Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and Diversity.

Key Relationships:

To work with other team members of both the Physiotherapy team and wider MDT.

To work with service users and carers within a variety of community-based settings across Buckinghamshire.

To liaise with voluntary or other organisations as appropriate.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To manage a caseload, using evidence based/client principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in a variety of community-based settings.

To maintain clinical records.

To develop skills and knowledge through participation in the Band 5 Physiotherapy Development Programme and competency framework.

To gain experience through involvement in CPD activities and on the job learning opportunities.

Clinical Responsibility

To plan and implement individual and/or group interventions, in collaboration with the service user, using appropriate interventions to achieve therapeutic goals.

To undertake Physiotherapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing all areas of complex physical health as appropriate with support where necessary.

To work with service users to identify Physiotherapy goals as part of the overall care plan.

To be responsible for the use of appropriate outcome measures in your clinical work to effectively evaluate physical outcomes for the service user and the Physiotherapy service.

To assess service users understanding of interventions, gain valid consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with service users who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

To maintain accurate and timely record keeping in line with legal, professional and Trust requirements.

To carry out assessments and manual treatments of service users with moderate physical effort and to comply with the Trusts Manual Handling Policy at all times.

To work in a lone environment visiting service users at home, assessing and managing risk.

Please see Job Description for full details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Physiotherapy Degree
• HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates a desire to work with people who have a learning disability

Desirable

• Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
• Some experience of community based working / mental health / learning disabilites / paediatrics
• Experience of MDT working
• Experience in managing own caseload

Skills

Essential

• Full driving license with access to car unless you have a disability as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995.

Desirable

• Evidence of working alongside service users, often with complex manual handling, to support them in undertaking activities and treatments identified in their care plan.
• Demonstrates knoweldge of national and local polices around safeguarding
• Demonstrates knowledge of to gain valid consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with service users who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
• Computer literacy including basic proficiency in using Word, Excel, e-learning packages, Electronic Patient records and Powerpoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication to people who have communication difficulties

Clinical Skillls

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of basic respiratory assessment and treatment
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic falls awareness and treatment options

Desirable

• Demonstrates knowledge of basic postural 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.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unit 1 Midshires Buisness Park

Smearton Close

Aylesbury

HP19 8HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Corporate Responsibilities

• Promote and support the operational and strategic objectives of the service, department, division, and Trust.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality epilepsy services in line with Trust priorities.

• Participate in joint consultant-led and nurse-led epilepsy clinics.
• Provide specialist assessment, advice, education, and support to children and young people with epilepsy and their families.
• Offer telephone and face-to-face advice regarding seizure management, treatment, and ongoing care.
• Liaise effectively with primary, secondary, and tertiary care providers to ensure seamless care.
• Promote best practice in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of paediatric epilepsy.
• Maintain specialist knowledge through attendance at relevant training, educational events, and regional networks.

• Act as a key point of contact for children, young people, families, carers, and other professionals regarding epilepsy-related care.
• Promote equality, diversity, and the rights of the child in all aspects of care delivery.
• Support continuity of care through liaison with schools, community services, and other agencies, including home and school visits where appropriate.
• Advocate for children and young people to ensure access to high-quality epilepsy services.
• Coordinate and support transition planning to adult services.
• Maintain clinical competence and contribute to specialist nursing services as required.

• Communicate complex, sensitive, or distressing information effectively and compassionately to children, young people, and families.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to support children with complex epilepsy.
• Provide education and training to healthcare professionals, schools, families, and carers.
• Contribute to the professional development of self and colleagues.

• Ensure effective and efficient use of equipment and consumables.
• Support initiatives aimed at reducing avoidable hospital admissions and improving patient outcomes.

• Practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code and professional standards.
• Prepare and present quarterly service reports for governance meetings.
• Represent the service at relevant meetings, networks, and working groups, sharing learning and outcomes within the organisation.

• Participate in local and national audits, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, and clinical governance.
• Manage incidents, complaints, and adverse events in accordance with Trust policies.

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of epilepsy-related policies, guidelines, and pathways.
• Ensure practice reflects current evidence, national guidance, and best practice standards.
• Contribute to service improvement and innovation to enhance patient experience and outcomes.

• Support and uphold professional nursing standards in line with the NMC Code.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role, grade, and service requirements.

Person Specification

Education, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse Paediatrics
• Degree level qualification in nursing
• Evidence of continued professional development in area of speciality to Masters level or equivalent
• Evidence of ability to work collaboratively with multi agency professionals and key stakeholders.
• Previous experience of working with children with epilepsy /neurodevelopmental problems
• Acts on own initiative, able to problem solve utilising appropriate resources .
• Able to cope with highly emotive situations

Desirable

• Nurse prescribing or willingness to undertake
• Understanding of Governance and NICE guidance and their relationship to the epilepsy service
• Evidence of managing a change/ development project
• Awareness of the APLS algorithm for Paediatric Status Epilepticus

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all service users of the service, across all settings where care takes place.

For a more detailed description of the role, please see attached the JD and PS.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

• An honours degree in Psychology with entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
• Ability to work independently, reliably, and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
• An understanding of psychology applied to a mental health context

Desirable

• A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology.
• Experience of working within acute adult mental health or acute older adults

Communication Skills

Essential

• High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to service users, carers, and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
• An ability to interact with people with mental health problems
• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.

Desirable

• Experience using computers for databases or data - analysis, especially Microsoft Excel and SPSS for Windows
• High standard of report writing.
• Competence using IT and media equipment

Analytical Skills

Essential

• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context.
• Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.

Desirable

• Experience of problemsolving models and methods used by psychologists, for example, solution focused and/ or systemic approaches

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingfisher Court

Kingsley Green, Harper Lane

Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work effectively as a member of a team in providing therapeutic activities using a person centred and occupationally based approach.

To provide core Occupational Therapy advice, intervention and support given to service users and their carers under guidance of the Occupational Therapist.

To provide the MDT with timely updates on service users wellbeing and occupational performance.

To use technical / creative skills to engage service users in meaningful and appropriate activities to promote independence and well-being.

Under guidance of an Occupational Therapist, facilitate and deliver planned group-work and individual activities.

Under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist provide ongoing assessment and adjustment of clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users.

Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service.

To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.

To contribute to risk assessments with regards to service users and their environments.

To report incidents, safeguarding concerns, complaints and compliments.

To actively participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal.

To actively participate in safety huddles and de-brief sessions as appropriate.

• To adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, the Trusts Code of Conduct for Non-qualified Staff and all other relevant policies and procedures.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy role within setting
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated packages
• A Levels and/or Health and Social Care NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• Degree in relevant subject

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems
• Experience of leading groups and 1:1 intervention Ability to work autonomously

Desirable

• Experience of service user and carer involvement in the development of services
• Functional Assessment Training

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unit 7 Anglo Office Park

Lincoln Road

High Wycombe

HP12 3RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of safe, efficient and effective pharmacy services under supervision.
• Learn how to interpret, dispense and supply medicines in accordance with departmental procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist with the supply of medicines to inpatient and community services.
• Assist with dispensing and controlled drug processes under supervision and in accordance with legal requirements.
• Assist with medicines distribution and stock replenishment services.
• Assist in maintaining pharmacy stock levels and identifying stock shortages.
• Assist with receipt, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical stock.
• Participate in stock rotation and expiry date checking.
• Assist in the safe disposal of waste medicines in accordance with local policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised pharmacy environment.
• Assist pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with medicines reconciliation activities following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Assist with obtaining medication histories from available sources under supervision.
• Assist with assessing patients' own medicines under supervision.
• Participate in ward-based medicines management activities appropriate to the stage of training achieved

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE's: Math's, English and Science (at level 4/C or higher/A-C) and 3 other subjects at a minimum of grade 4/C

Desirable

• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a member of a team
• Experience of working to deadlines
• Experience of using IT packages such as Microsoft Office/365

Desirable

• Experience in working in a pharmacy environment

skills/Knowledge/Ability

Essential

• Ability to read/write in English language
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Customer service skills
• Basic computer keyboard and mouse skills
• Good interspersonal skills
• Good numeracy skills
• Good time management, organisation and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Able to travel using own vehicle to various locations in Trust

Desirable

• Able to apply theory to practical work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pharmacy Department

Kingfisher Court, Kingsley Green

Radlett

WD7 9FB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In addition to managing the clinical aspects of being a Band 6 Charge Nurse, the post holder will take an active part in the assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for service users in collaboration with inpatient multi-disciplinary services. Liaising with colleagues and carers, ensuring they are fully aware of all aspects of a service users care and treatment.

You will have effective communication skills and be able to contribute towards patient recovery and wellbeing.

You will be able to identify individuals' care needs. Planning, implementing and evaluating care plans and risk assessments in collaboration with other teams and professionals. Maintaining lines of communication with all departments and staff involved in a service users care. Reporting on progress and effectiveness to the appropriate MDT.

Participating in ward rounds and handovers, etc. Preparing reports as required. Acting as deputy manager to junior staff providing leadership and support.

For a More in-depth Person and Job Description please read attached before applying

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• RMN/Dip, mental health
• Evidence of completion of the band 5 to 6 competency framework

Desirable

• Leadership qualification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years at band 5
• Previous or current experience of working in dementia services
• Expereince of supporting staff through Supervision, preceptorship and mentorship

Knowledge

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge of legal frameworks: MCA, MHA, DOLS
• The ability to analyse and use data through Audit, SPIKE, FOC

Job related aptitude and skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively within a multiprofessional team
• Confidence to work autonomously, use own initiative, and make decisions in complex situations.
• Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassuring skills are required
• Ability to deal with distressing circumstances and challenging behaviour.
• Experience of risk assessment and management
• Ability to cope with an unpredictable work pattern and frequent interruptions

Desirable

• Specific clinical skills applicable e.g. PBS plans, diversion
• Implementing quality improvement initiatives.

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Logandene

Ashley Close

Bennetts End, Hemel Hempstead

HP3 8BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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