Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for information of the duties and responsibilities to be undertaken within the role.

Please note, duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the Reception Supervisor, Assistant to the Practice Manager or Practice Manager, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education
• GCSE mathematics or equivalent
• GCSE English or equivalent

Desirable

• Further education

Others

Essential

• Flexibility of working hours/ability to work at desired times

Desirable

• Car driver/clean licence

Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
• Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense
• Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team
• Pleasant and articulate
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work in a changing environment
• Able to use own initiative
• Smart appearance

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Microsoft office software
• Keyboard skills
• Customer service skills
• A good team player
• Able to take messages accurately and deal with appropriately
• Good telephone manner

Desirable

• Experience of SystmOne clinical system
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication skills

Employer details

Employer name

Penny's Hill Practice

Address

Ferndown Medical Centre

St. Marys Road

Ferndown

Dorset

BH22 9HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities

The Social Prescribing Link Worker will work proactively with patients, GP practices, multidisciplinary teams and community organisations to provide personalised, practical and compassionate support. Key responsibilities will include:

• Take referrals from clinicians and multi disciplinary teams, and work closely with other PCN team colleagues to triage those patients and allocate to the most appropriate person

• Discuss the persons needs with them, based on guidance from the referrer, and identify a range of options that could assist the person to improve their independence and health and wellbeing

• Strengthen community and personal resilience, focusing on what matters to me and taking a holistic approach with each individual case

• Co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health & wellbeing introducing or reconnecting people to community groups and statutory services

• Manage and prioritise own caseload, in accordance with the needs

• Have a strong awareness and understanding of when it is appropriate or necessary to refer people back to other health professionals and agencies, when the persons needs are beyond the scope of the link worker role e.g. when there is a need requiring a qualified practitioner

• Identify new, and work in partnership with voluntary and statutory organisations

• Understand the barriers and opportunities for people to self manage their conditions in the community

• Have a role in educating clinical and non clinical staff within their PCN multi disciplinary teams on what other services are available within the community and how and when people can access them

• Be responsible to undertake continual personal and professional development, attend regular clinical supervision and study days. Take an active part in reviewing and developing the roles and responsibilities

• Network with other local Social Prescribing Link Workers and where possible form mutual support

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

• To promote the development of those working within the PCN team. Actively participate in regular co supervision of peers organise and attend regular team meetings.

Key Tasks:

• Promote social prescribing, its role in self management and the wider determinants of health

• As part of the PCN multi-disciplinary team, attend relevant MDT Network meetings, providing information and feedback on social prescribing on request

• Be proactive in encouraging self referrals and connecting with all local communities, particularly those communities that support groups may find hard to reach

• Identify and work with charitable and volunteer organisations, promoting their services to your patients as well as advising practice staff on the support available

• Be a friendly source of information about well being and prevention approaches. Help people identify the wider issues that impact on their health and wellbeing, such as debt, poor housing, being unemployed, loneliness and caring responsibilities

• Work with the person, their families and carers and consider how they can all be supported through social prescribing

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

• Seek advice and support from relevant GPs to discuss people-related concerns (e.g. abuse, domestic violence and support with mental health), escalating the support back to the GP or other suitable health professional if required

• Work with the PCN Digital & Transformation Lead, GP Federation, commissioners and local partners to identify unmet needs within the community and gaps in community provision

• Where possible, encourage people, their families and carers to provide peer support and to do things together, such as setting up new community groups or volunteering

• The SPLW will be expected to keep accurate and up to date records on relevant health and social care systems

• The SPLW will gather record and collate data, including case studies, in a prescribed format in order to demonstrate the impact of the service

• Undertake and tasks consistent with the level of the post and the scope of the role, ensuring that work is delivered in a timely and effective manner

All staff have an individual responsibility to comply with the organisations policies and practices.

Duties will vary from time to time under the direction of the clinical director and network management leads, in agreement with the post holder, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels.

Recruitment Process

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a 30 to 45 minute interview.

Candidates progressing to the next stage will also be invited to take part in a short informal meet and engage exercise, designed to help us understand how they communicate, build rapport and interact with others in a community setting.

Further details about the exercise will be provided to candidates in advance of the second stage.

Please call Abi, PCN Manager on 07825987927 if you would like to chat further about the role or recruitment process

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly in a community development context, adult health and social care, learning support or public health and health improvement (including unpaid work)
• Experience of supporting people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work)

Desirable

• Experience of supporting people in the creation of Personalised Care Plans, and supporting the implementation of their Care Plans
• Experience of supporting people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity
• Experience of working with the VCSE sector (in a paid or unpaid capacity), including with volunteers and small community groups
• Experience of data collection and providing monitoring information to assess the impact of services
• Experience of partnership and collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the personalised care approach
• Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities
• Knowledge of IT systems, EMIS clinical system, ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports

Desirable

• Knowledge of motivational coaching and interview skills
• Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality and community development approaches

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 Advanced level or equivalent qualifications or working towards
• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development

Desirable

• Training in motivational coaching and interviewing or equivalent experience

Other

Essential

• Meets DBS reference standards and has a clear criminal record, in line with the law on spent convictions
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands
• Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes

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

Morecambe Bay Primary Care Collaborative

Address

Lunesdale Surgery

Wellington Court

Kirkby Lonsdale

LA6 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the role.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Desirable

• Use of ESR (Electronic Staff Record), or other similar database.
• Knowledge of the NHS Employers Employment Check Standards and/or legal requirements for pre-employment Document Checks.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent team working/relationship building skills.
• Excellent keyboard skills.
• Demonstrates attention to detail

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Use of Microsoft Outlook.

Desirable

• Experience in a busy office environment with telephone and people contact
• Experience within the NHS.
• Clerical or Data Input experience

Qualifications

Essential

• Passes at GCSE level in English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Basic Qualifications in Information Technology or Typing/Word Processing

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

Heaton House, 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

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

Cygnet Healthcare is looking for an experienced Weekend Cookto join our team working at Cygnet Conifers.

Youll be working16 hours a week(Saturday and Sunday, 8 hour shifts, 8am 4pm),making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Conifers.

The Conifers is a 7 bed, specialist residential home providing outcome focused care for adults with a primary diagnosis of learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.

Your Day-to-Day... Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals for patients, staff & visitors Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients nutritional & dietary needs Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room Supervise kitchen staff when deputising for the Head Chef Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.You are... A skilled chef, preferably with experience in the care sector The holder of a basic food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times An ex cellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervisionWhy Cygnet? Well offer you Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savingPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Borrowash

DE72 3JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Helen Humphrey-Shepherd Position: Matron, Gynaecology Services Email: [email protected] Phone number: 0113 2060376

This exciting specialist role sits within Gynaecology Services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and will lead the development and delivery of high-quality, compassionate and evidence-based care for women and families experiencing early pregnancy loss. The postholder will work across multidisciplinary teams to strengthen bereavement care, benchmark services against national standards, lead quality improvement and ensure learning from local, regional and national data is translated into meaningful improvements for patients.

The successful applicant will be a compassionate, motivated and proactive nurse with excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills. They will work collaboratively with service users, the Maternity Voices Partnership, third-sector organisations and regional and national networks to share best practice and improve care. The role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to patient experience while championing The Leeds Way values of being Kind, Open & Honest, Responsible and One Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Gynaecology Services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in a flagship role supporting the development of a dedicated Early Pregnancy Loss Nurse (EPLN). As a newly developing role, the successful applicant will have a unique opportunity to help shape the service, and make a meaningful difference to women and families experiencing loss in the earlier stage of pregnancy.

The role will work closely with colleagues across the Recurrent Miscarriage, Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit, and Termination of Pregnancy services at LTH, alongside the Trust and Maternity Bereavement Teams. This is an opportunity to develop strong partnerships and create a service that delivers outstanding, personalised care for patients and families at a particularly difficult time. If you are passionate about improving bereavement care and want to help develop an innovative and valued service, we would love to hear from you.

This is a 18.75-hour-per-week specialist role, and the successful applicant will bring a compassionate, focused and proactive approach to coordinating and improving care for women and families experiencing early pregnancy loss.

Key attributes and skills include:

• A passion for delivering compassionate, high-quality bereavement care.
• The ability to act as a designated lead and coordinator for women following early pregnancy loss.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills to support women and families throughout their care.
• The ability to recognise and monitor psychological wellbeing and ensure appropriate referral or signposting for additional support.
• Experience of developing and delivering education to multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to listening to service users and using feedback to improve care.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and national bereavement standards.
• The ability to identify gaps in service provision and contribute to quality improvement.
• Experience of reviewing and developing guidelines and patient information.
• Strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and specialist services.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Higher Healthcare Science Support Worker position available with WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• 5 GCSE or equivalent
• Significant experience gained in a modern Blood Sciences laboratory

Desirable

• GCSEs at grade A-C in English, mathematics and a science subject
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant science subject
• Institute of Biomedical Sciences Support Staff Certificate of Achievement Level 1

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• IT literate with good keyboard skills
• Good written English skills, with ability to convey all relevant information concisely
• An understanding of good laboratory practice and health and safety

Desirable

• Experience of using a laboratory information management system
• Experience using automated and semi-automated laboratory analysers

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

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Senior Radiographer (IR/C.Lab inc.) position available at WUTH

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR Equivalent
• HCPC Registered
• Ability to participate in 24/7 rosters and flexible approach
• Minimum of 18 months experience post qualification as a band 5 or above
• Up to date CPD portfolio

Desirable

• Experience of supporting and teaching junior staff and undergraduate student radiographers
• Experience of taking the lead role and ability to work under pressure

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

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Rd

Birkenhead

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for further details. Please contact on the information below if you have any questions.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Full GMC registration with license to practice.
• At least 3 years' experience in cardiac surgery.
• Up to date with Paediatric Life Support.
• At least 2 years experience in congenital cardiac surgery.
• FRCS or equivalent.

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience.
• Research productivity.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Skills and experience commensurate with a Specialist Registrar in Cardiac Surgery.
• Good communication skills
• Honesty and reliability
• Ability to work effectively within an MDT environment
• Flexibility
• Critical approach to work
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients
• Willing to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave

Desirable

• Database management.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered with GMC
• Undergraduate medical degree
• Post grad qualification in Paediatrics
• English language competency (IELTS/OET)
• MRCS or equivalent
• FRCS

Desirable

• MRCPCH

Additional & Aptitudes

Essential

• IT skills on all Microsoft packages
• Fluent English speaker
• Respecting everyone
• Embracing change
• Recognising success
• Working together
• Flexibility
• Pleasant manner with children, parents, nurses and colleagues

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Upper Maudlin St

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Resident Oncology Fellow Location: London, W1G Salary: ST 4 - 6, dep on exp + benefits Term: 12 month FTC Hours: Full-time/44 hours per week Make a difference in specialist oncology care A little about the role Join our dedicated Oncology team at a leading independent hospital with charitable status, where exceptional patient care and clinical excellence are at the heart of everything we do. As a Resident Oncology Fellow, you'll work closely with our experienced Consultants and nursing teams, providing high-quality medical and clinical support to patients across our Oncology ward, Outpatient Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy Units. You'll play an important role in supporting patient treatment, managing symptoms and responding appropriately to changes in patients' conditions. The role also provides valuable experience across our wider oncology and haematology services, including providing out-of-hours cover for the Haematology ward at nights and weekends. You'll build strong relationships with patients, their families and the wider multidisciplinary team, ensuring care is delivered safely, compassionately and to the highest standards. You'll also be responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to effective reporting and audit processes. This is an opportunity to develop your clinical experience within a supportive, specialist environment where every patient matters and the care we provide goes further than treatment alone. What you'll be doing

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of Foundation Training (FY1/FY2) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification medical/surgical experience within NHS and/or private hospital
• Experience in acute medicine, with exposure to high-dependency or intensive care environments.
• Confident in the initial assessment and management of deteriorating patients.

Experience

Essential

• Strong clinical decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently within scope of practice and escalate appropriately.
• Ability to assess and manage patients presenting with acute oncology or medical conditions.
• Able to prioritise effectively and work collaboratively across inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, Consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Competent in routine clinical procedures expected of a doctor at this level.
• Ability to interpret routine investigations, including blood results, blood gases, ECGs and chest X-rays, and recognise when further investigation or escalation is required.
• Qualifications
• MBBS or equivalent.
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Intermediate Life Support (ILS) qualification.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The London Clinic

Address

22 Devonshire Place

W1G 6JA

W1G 6JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS

• To provide a supervisory function to the reception team supporting the Patient Services Manager and existing supervisory team, thereby assisting with the smooth running of the Practice.
• To assist in the leadership of the reception team, ensuring an efficient and professional manner is maintained.
• To provide a focal point of communication between patients, doctors and other medical staff.
• To act as a role model, demonstrating and promoting the standards expected by the Practice and creating the energy and enthusiasm for the service.
• To liaise with and assist the Patient Services Manager and existing supervisory team as and when required.
• To deputise in the absence of the Patient Services Manager.
• Assisting in the supervision and leadership of the reception staff at the Practice
• Act as a role model to reception staff, supporting, motivating and promoting good staff relations.
• Ensure all Practice Protocols are understood and adhered to.
• Liaise with the Patient Services Manager and existing supervisory team to monitor/report on staff attendance, sickness absence and annual leave.
• Liaise with the Patient Services Manager and existing supervisory team to ensure cover and suitable contingency plans are in place for all leave, including unforeseen absence.
• Lead involvement with induction/training and eConsult
• Organise agency/bank staff and daily rotas in absence of the Patient Services Manager.

RECEPTION DUTIES

Answering the telephone with a professional and pleasant manner

Dealing with patient queries accurately, efficiently and effectively

Accurately take messages, include patient details, contact details and specific content of the message and convey to the appropriate person.

Book appointments accurately and with the appropriate clinician using the EMIS clinical system

Signpost and prioritise patients in line with appropriate training

To take appropriate and accurate demographic/personal details of patients, to include disabilities, carer status and other details relating to equality and diversity.

Deal with incoming confidential e mails from patients

Opening, sorting and distributing incoming post in an efficient and timely way

Use the clinical system effectively to inform clinical staff of relevant information relating to their patient.

Deal with prescription queries effectively and in a timely way. Completing patient requests for repeat medication accurately and within the practice standards

Organise transport (emergency and non-emergency) if required

Follow all start up and close down procedures daily to ensure security of the IT system and buildings.

Liaise with technical support in the absence of IT support on the premises.

To assist the administration process of ordering, taking delivery and maintaining stock supplies, being mindful of delivery instructions such as refrigeration requirements and acting upon them

To carry out specific, additional administrative tasks as requested and agreed with line manager

Undertake any other duties required by the practice to assist in the day to day running of the service.

Deal with situations involving distressed/unwell patients in line with policies and training

Manage patients who may be verbally or physically aggressive in a professional manner, using the appropriate alert systems and by following policy and training.

Deal with blood and urine specimens safely and in line with infection control policy, ensuring they are safely stored and ready for collection

Manage financial transactions in line with set protocols

Assist with day to day emailing requirements as necessary for the role

Participate in a weekly staff rota to cover the lead reception/call handling requirements during practice opening hours.

Communication

To communicate on the phone, by email, fax or in person with staff from a wide variety of NHS/other departments in a confidential, professional and efficient manner so that good communication between the surgery and all other services is maintained

To communicate in a professional, friendly and helpful way with patients, carers and the general public to maintain an excellent profile for the surgery amongst its users

To maintain confidentiality for all patients and users of the service

To communicate effectively and sensitively with service users who may be angry, confrontational, upset, anxious, fearful or have communication difficulties such as poor language skills, hearing loss or disabilities.

Responsibility

To carry out duties with a level of autonomy and minimum supervision, working within broad procedural guidelines

Use own initiative to deal with own workload and day to day tasks

To support the effect maintenance and management of office systems

To be responsible for identifying own training needs and training needs that may help improve service quality

To take responsibility when a clinician is unexpectedly not available in clinic, cancelling and rebooking appointments as directed

Work in accordance with practice policies and procedures

Report incidents and near misses to ensure the continued safety of staff, patients and visitors to the practice

Report incidents and areas of non-compliance to ensure that the practice responds and learns from errors and untoward events

General Duties

• The Post Holder may be required to work additional hours to cover holidays and sickness.
• Maintaining regular consistent attendance, punctuality, personal appearance and adherence to relevant health and safety procedures.
• To attend all statutory and mandatory training courses and any courses specific to this role.
• To be available for staff meetings and meetings with management.
• To have a good understanding and follow company policies and procedures.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public.

Attend performance and development reviews with your line manager

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experienced in supervising a team of 10-20 members
• Experience in a patient facing role

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care
• Previous NHS experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Montpelier Health Centre

Address

Bath Buildings

Bristol

BS6 5PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

Deliver high quality, person-centred care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or other registered care professional, dependent on setting

Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values

Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses directly on the needs of the person

Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or other registered care professional

Where appropriate work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within designated parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed

Continue to develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills whilst in clinical practice and maintain all evidence required

Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments

Duties and responsibilities:

Clinical

Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual and their family.

Holistically support people to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing, promoting health and preventing ill health.

Develop understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the ongoing assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care.

To recognise changes in a patients condition which require the intervention of others and understand when to refer to the supervising registered nurse and other senior colleagues for reassessment of patient care.

To work in collaboration with others to ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients with the aim of avoiding readmission.

To perform procedures as detailed within the NMC Standards for proficiency for Nurse Associate (2018) to meet the nursing needs of the patients in their care.

To ensure that high standards of nursing care are delivered and maintained.

To act and raise concerns when standards are not being maintained following local policy and procedures.

To act as an advocate for the patient and the family, including promoting and protecting their interests, privacy and rights, equality and inclusion.

To be involved in Trust Initiatives to improve patient safety and care.

Have demonstrated the proficiency to administer medications and undertake annual medicines management training, highlighting as appropriate any areas for personal development.

To be aware of and adhere to Trust Policies relating to the control and administration of medication.

To ensure that high standards of nursing care are given and maintained and to act when standards are not being maintained.

To work within the NMC code of professional practice, and within policies, procedures and guidelines of the Trust.

To be flexible to work within areas or departments to meet the demands of changing service needs.

Recognise and work within the limits of their competence highlighting as appropriate any areas for personal development.

Managerial

To communicate with the team leader/nurse in charge and collect data in order to participate in the smooth running and organisation of the department.

To support junior and senior colleagues in their roles and be resilient to manage change.

To support the team leader/nurse in charge in risk assessment and minimisation, ensuring incidents and near misses are reported appropriately.

To manage verbal complaints, inform team leader/nurse in charge and refer on when unable to resolve.

To participate in the investigation of incidents/complaints as required.

To establish and maintain effective communication, both verbal and written in every context/setting.

To recognise, prevent where possible, and manage areas of conflict, reporting to team leader /nurse in charge if unable to resolve.

To participate in staff meetings regularly.

To provide support and supervision to health care support workers to promote their learning and development within role.

To receive delegated duties from the supervising Registered Nurse and senior colleagues, accepting those that fall within their individual competency level, adhering to the NMC Delegation and Accountability document (NMC Code 2018).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Foundation Degree in Nursing Associate practice
• Current NMC Registration

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working within a healthcare setting
• Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code
• Breadth of person centred nursing knowledge
• Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• IT skills appropriate to the role
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Able to recognise own limitations in the context of the Nursing Associate role
• Ability to participate in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities

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

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Archer Ward - Mossley Hill Hospital

Park Avenue

Mossley Hill Hospital

L18 8BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

a.To be and effective Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager

b.To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice

c.To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing

d.To be instrumental in smear recall programme

e.To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health

f.As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF

g.To review patient medications to enhance compliance

h.To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services

i.To request pathology services and process pathology results as required

j.To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required

k.To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

l.To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team

m.To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers

n.To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy

o.To assist GPs with minor surgery when required

p.To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

q.To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

r.To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)

s.To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

t.To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

u.To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

v.To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

In addition to the primary key responsibilities, the Practice Nurse may be requested to:

a. Develop and review audit protocols and process for the practice, effectively utilising the audit cycle

b. Develop, review and implement nursing protocols in conjunction with the nursing lead and partners

c. Support all members of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary

d. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

e. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice in order to improve patient care

f. Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate

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

h. Support the practice team with the reviewing and implementation of practice policies and protocols, ensuring conformance to extant legislation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with General Practice Experience

Experience

Essential

• Previous General Practice Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Arch Medical Practice

Address

175 Royce Road

Hulme

Manchester

M15 5TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Montpelier Health Centre

Reporting to: Patient Services Manager

Hours: Full time (37.5hrs)

Job Purpose: To receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional they need in a courteous, respectful, efficient and effective way.

To provide general assistance to the whole Practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person, online or via the telephone.

To liaise with other NHS bodies, health care providers, support workers and other professions to help resolve issues relating to the care of patients.

Responsibilities:

Provide cover for the front Reception desk, welcoming patients and visitors to the Practice and assisting them with their queries. Ensure all are dealt with confidentially, respectfully and holistically.

Answer incoming telephone calls from patients with a professional and pleasant manner. Using Practice provided tools and protocols to signpost patients to the most appropriate service or healthcare professional.

Book appointments accurately and with the appropriate clinician using the EMIS clinical system.

Process online requests submitted by patients in line with Practice protocols, ensuring patients are updated on next steps.

Manage patients who may be verbally or physically aggressive in a professional manner, using the appropriate alert systems and following Practice policy and training.

Accept deliveries for the Practice team being mindful of delivery instructions such as refrigeration requirements and acting upon them.

Deal with blood and urine specimens safely and in line with infection control policy, ensuring they are safely stored and ready for processing.

Deal with situations involving distressed/unwell patients in line with Practice policies and training.

Allocate test results to appropriate Clinicians using the EMIS clinical system and following Practice protocols.

Follow Practice guidelines to support patients to access their prescriptions by liaising with the Medicines Management Team or appropriate Clinician.

To take appropriate and accurate demographic/personal details of patients, to include disabilities, carer status and other details relating to equality and diversity, and update EMIS system accordingly. Utilise support from Registration Clerk or Lead Health Navigators if required.

Follow all opening up and closing down checklist procedures to ensure security of the IT system and buildings, including clearing consulting rooms of confidential and protected documents.

Handle financial transactions from patients in line with set protocols for chargeable documents.

Organise transport for patients (emergency and non-emergency) if required.

To carry out additional administrative tasks as requested and agreed with Line Manager.

Confidentiality:

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

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

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

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will 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

• Act as Fire Warden if required (Full training will be given)

Equality and Diversity:

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

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

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

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

Personal/Professional Development:

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

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

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

Quality:

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

• alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

• assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

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

• work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

• effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication:

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

• communicate effectively with other team members both clinical and non-clinical

• communicate effectively with patients and carers

• recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Ensure that the practice presents a professional welcome to its patients and to that end this role is designed to change and adapt to the needs of the practice. Therefore, this job description is a guide and as such is not exhaustive.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE, grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths
• Experience of dealing with the public, both on the telephone and in person
• Good IT skills including use of spreadsheets
• Resilient and able to work under pressure with competing demands, whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills
• Ability to listen carefully in order to understand the needs of others
• Uses initiative
• Ability to build effective working relationships with all practice staff
• Ability to work across Practice opening hours
• Flexibility for cover
• Willingness to learn and acquire new skills

Desirable

• Previous clerical / administrative experience
• Primary Care / NHS experience
• Use of electronic Patient Administration Systems such as EMIS
• Ability to negotiate and influence others with credibility
• Ability to work for long periods of time with frequent use of VDU and keyboards

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

Montpelier Health Centre

Address

Bath Buildings

Bristol

BS6 5PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a new Pharmacy Assistant (Dispenser) at PharmCo your role will include:

• Being part of a pharmacy team of around 10 people, working under the direction of a registeredpharmacist and professional leadership of a registered technician.
• Advising patients about their prescription and over-the-counter medicines
• Helping with the tasks needed to open up and close the pharmacy each day
• Preparing and dispensing medicines, and delivering them between our on-site dispensaries
• Managing the pharmacy counter, dealing directly with doctors, nurses, allied health-professionals and members of the public.
• Using effective questioning and listening techniques to understand and meet the needs of patients and colleagues
• Helping ensure medicines are appropriately ordered, received, secured and managed
• Completing project work with the support of one of our pharmacists or technicians, including audit participation
• Using effective questioning and listening techniques to understand and meet the needs of patients and colleagues

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified to at least NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services (or similar)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Egerton Road

Guildford

Surrey

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to both patients and other visitors, in person or via the telephone.

To ensure all reception duties are undertaken efficiently and promptly.

Job Responsibilities:

• To have a knowledge and understanding of Practice policies and procedures.
• To work in accordance to written protocols surrounding the reception team.
• Filing post in medical records
• Photocopying as requested
• Dealing with patients and visitors both face-to-face and via the telephone
• To be able to cover all receptions positions as necessary
• Handling completed repeat prescriptions and processing requests where required
• Processing appointments requests for patients by telephone and in person
• Deal with home visit requests
• Summarising
• Scanning and coding of letters

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
• Ability to use IT systems and windows.
• Basic knowledge of general protocols and policies relating to reception and admin duties.

Desirable

• Ability to use medical IT systems E.g. System1

Experience

Essential

• Previous reception experience.
• Experience with customer services and dealing with public and/or patients.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a GP surgery.

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Show enthusiasm to developing personal skills
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
• Determine own workload priorities
• Clean, tidy appearance
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to use own initiative
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility of working hours

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grades A to C in Maths and English or the equivalent

Desirable

• Customer Service background

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

Westbourne Medical Centre

Address

7 Trinity Mews

North Ormesby

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS3 6AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Simon Gulliver or Hamish Glencross

Position: Senior Charge Nurse and Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist.

Email: [email protected] - [email protected]

Phone number 0113 20 66841 or 0113 20 67173

Shortlisting Date: estimated 30.09.2026

Interview Date: TBC likely around WC 5th or 12th of October.

Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist - Interventional Radiology

Interventional Radiology Theatres Clinical Nurse Specialist

Based primarily within the Interventional Radiology Theatres at SJUH, you will coordinate care for patients undergoing a wide range of complex image-guided procedures across multiple specialities. Acting as a key point of contact for patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team, you will support patients through their procedural journey, ensuring they are appropriately prepared, informed, and optimised for treatment.

Working closely with Interventional Radiologists, Anaesthetists, Theatre Teams, Ward Staff, and Specialty Services, you will contribute to service development, pathway improvement, and the delivery of safe, high-quality care within a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Non-Vascular Interventional (NVI) Ultrasound Clinical Nurse Specialist

Based primarily at the SJUH site, you will coordinate care for patients undergoing a range of Ultrasound-guided and non-vascular interventional procedures across a diverse caseload, including Hepatology, Renal, Respiratory and other specialist services.

As a key point of contact for patients and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will provide a comprehensive, wrap-around model of care. You will ensure patients are fully informed about their upcoming procedures and actively support their pre-procedure assessment, optimisation, care, and procedural planning.

Why you should join our Team

Key achievements

One of the largest Interventional Radiology departments in the UK and we are a regional, national and international centre for some of the most innovative treatments available.

Finalist in the 2020 Nursing Times Awards within the surgical nursing category, for developing supportive aids to support new and existing team members, we were immensely proud of the recognition this received and look forward to moving forward and nurturing initiatives this fantastic team brings to the table.

We provide care of the conscious patients undergoing elective and acute, diagnostic and sometimes complex multi-organ vascular procedures such as embolisation of tumours and haemorrhage, angioplasty, stenting, nephrostomy insertion, tumour ablations, and acute urological and vascular procedures and stroke thrombectomy.

What you will bring to the role

The Jobholder is responsible for the management of a defined caseload. The jobholder carries continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards of care.

The jobholder will provide specialist nursing care, treatment and advice to a specific patient group and will contribute to the development of the speciality service. The jobholder will ensure cost effective use of resources.

The job holder will support the development of interdisciplinary and whole service working. As a role model they will promote the sharing of good practice and delivery of high quality, effective and efficient care. The job holder will provide training and education to staff groups, patients and families/carers.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are.

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please select Apply to view the full Job Description

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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Cross Site

Leeds

Yorkshire

LS1 3EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

knowledge and experience

Essential

• Sound clincial background and expereince of working in diabetes and preferably some paediatric experience and of NHS

communication skills

Essential

• Demonstrates competency in a range of communication skills with individuals and groups and able to motivate children and families to make lifestyle change

Professioanl skills

Essential

• Demonstrates competency in a range of professional skills and ability to work as an autonomous practitioner

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Northampton General Hospital

Highfield Clinical Care Centre, Cliftonville Road

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Director of Medicines & Governance is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for medicines optimisation, prescribing governance, clinical governance and regulatory compliance across WellBN's multi-site practice.

Working closely with the Partners and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead the pharmacy and medicines management team, oversee patient safety and risk management systems, and ensure compliance with CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements.

Medicines Optimisation and Prescribing Governance

• Lead the medicines optimisation strategy across all practice sites.

• Oversee prescribing quality, safety and cost-effectiveness.

• Develop and implement systems to support evidence-based prescribing.

• Lead medicines-related audits and improvement programmes.

• Monitor prescribing performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Clinical Governance and Patient Safety

• Provide strategic leadership for clinical governance across the practice.

• Oversee patient safety, risk management and incident reporting processes.

• Promote a culture of learning, openness and continuous improvement.

• Support the investigation of significant events and implementation of learning.

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Lead medicines-related CQC readiness and ongoing compliance activity.

• Ensure governance policies and procedures remain current and compliant.

• Coordinate quality assurance programmes across all sites.

• Provide governance and assurance reports to Partners and senior leaders.

Quality Improvement and Audit

• Develop and deliver the annual medicines audit and quality improvement programme.

• Monitor quality indicators and service performance data.

• Use data to drive improvements in safety, quality and efficiency.

• Support innovation and service redesign.

Leadership and Management

• Lead, support and develop the pharmacy and medicines management team.

• Provide professional leadership, coaching and mentorship.

• Promote staff engagement, wellbeing and development.

Strategic and External Leadership

• Support delivery of QOF and enhanced service requirements.

• Contribute to organisational strategy and business planning.

• Represent WellBN at PCN, ICB and wider NHS meetings.

• Build effective relationships with commissioners, regulators and partner organisations.

• Identify Opportunities for efficiency and service improvement.

• Support achievement of contractual and organisational objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration with the GPhC, GMC, NMC or another relevant professional body.

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Postgraduate qualification in leadership or management.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues across a multi-site organisation.
• Ability to use data, evidence and performance information to drive improvement.
• Strong commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and good governance.

Experience

Essential

• Significant senior leadership experience within primary care or NHS services.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of medicines optimisation and prescribing governance.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk management and patient safety.
• Experience of leading quality improvement and audit programmes.
• Knowledge and understanding of CQC standards, NHS contractual requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks.

Desirable

• Experience of working at PCN, ICB or wider system leadership level.
• Experience of leading large-scale transformation programmes.

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

WellBN

Address

18-19 Western Road

Hove

BN3 1AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience at band 5 Thoracic theatre scrub experience.
• Supervision on non-registered staff.
• Pre-registration and post basic students.
• Evidence and ability to mentor.
• Ability to manage the clinical area efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relatives/carers and staff.

Skills

Essential

• Good inter personal skills with the ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods, both written and oral.
• Ability to plan, allocate and supervise the work of the team.
• Able to work in a fast changing challenging environment actively supporting and promoting planned change.
• Good understanding of current NHS issues and requirement for efficiency and effectiveness whilst maintaining quality.
• Evidence of competent clinical skills.
• Able to encourage/instruct all staff to use resources effectively and efficiently.

Desirable

• Able to work within set time frames, with good prioritising skills in meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse.
• Recognised post graduate theatre course.
• Mentorship Course or equivelant.
• Evidence of Leadership course/training.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development/education
• Leadership course /completed programme.

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

St Bartholomew's Hospital

London

EC1A 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Chair's Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Work with the Operational Lead and Directors to shape, develop and oversee delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives.
• Ensure the organisation remains responsive to emerging NHS workforce priorities and changes within primary care and neighbourhood health services.
• Support the development of innovative workforce solutions that respond to local and system-wide need.
• Promote continuous improvement and organisational learning.
• Ensure strategic decisions support the long-term sustainability and resilience of the organisation.

Financial Sustainability and Organisational Resilience:

• Provide Board leadership on financial sustainability and long-term organisational viability.
• Support the development of income diversification strategies and business development opportunities.
• Ensure effective oversight of financial performance, reserves, risk management and organisational performance.
• Promote assurance arrangements that support effective stewardship of public resources.
• Ensure strategic risks are identified, monitored and mitigated appropriately.
• Support organisational resilience planning and business continuity arrangements.

Executive Leadership, Succession and Transition:

• Establish and maintain an effective and constructive working relationship with the Operational Lead.
• Provide support, guidance and appropriate challenge to the executive leadership function.
• Lead the appraisal of the Operational Lead on behalf of the Board.
• Support succession planning and leadership development arrangements.
• Provide governance oversight during periods of executive transition and organisational change.

Partnership Working and External Representation:

• Act as an ambassador for the South West London Training Hub CIC.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with NHS England, South West London Integrated Care Board, Primary Care Networks, locality Training Hubs, education providers and other strategic partners.
• Promote collaboration and partnership working across organisational boundaries.
• Represent the organisation at relevant strategic meetings and forums.
• Champion the importance of workforce development and the contribution of Training Hubs to the wider health and care system.

Board Leadership and Governance:

• Lead the Board in setting and overseeing the strategic direction of South West London Training Hub CIC.
• Ensure the Board operates effectively and in accordance with the Company's Articles of Association, statutory requirements and governance framework.
• Ensure the Board focuses on strategy, governance, assurance, scrutiny and organisational sustainability, while enabling the operational leadership team to focus on implementation, management and delivery of the Training Hub's offer.
• Support the organisation with next years re-procurement of Training Hubs by Heath Education England/NHS England.
• Promote the highest standards of integrity, accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
• Foster an inclusive and effective Board culture that encourages constructive challenge, respectful debate and collective decision-making.
• Ensure Directors understand and fulfil their statutory and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Ensure actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest are appropriately identified, declared and managed.
• Lead regular reviews of Board effectiveness and governance arrangements.
• Support the recruitment, induction, appraisal and development of Board members.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• An understanding of primary care workforce development and the role of Training Hubs as well as the NHS, Integrated Care Systems and partnership working.
• Understanding of Directors' statutory and fiduciary duties.
• Knowledge of financial governance, assurance and risk management.
• Independence of judgement with accompanying sound judgement, integrity and personal resilience.
• Ability to identify, declare and appropriately manage conflicts of interest.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership capability.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong facilitation and meeting-management skills with the ability to support and challenge appropriately.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to balance strategic governance with operational delivery.

Desirable

• Experience within primary care or of working with Training Hubs, Primary Care Networks or Integrated Care Boards.
• Understanding of or experience of working within a Community Interest Company, social enterprise or not-for-profit organisation.
• Experience of developing commercial opportunities or diversified income streams.
• Knowledge of neighbourhood health models and workforce transformation programmes.
• Established professional networks across health, education or public service sectors.

Experience

Essential

• Governance and Leadership-
• Board-level leadership experience as a Chair, Non-Executive Director, Trustee or senior executive.
• Evidence of successfully chairing Boards, committees or senior governance forums.
• Experience of creating effective Board cultures that promote inclusion, accountability, constructive challenge and collective decision-making.
• Experience of managing constructive disagreement and achieving consensus amongst diverse stakeholders.
• Experience of leading organisations through periods of strategic change, transformation or growth.

Organisational Development

Essential

• Experience of supporting executive transition, succession planning and organisational resilience.
• Experience of overseeing organisational performance, assurance and risk management

Financial Sustainability

Essential

• Experience of overseeing financial sustainability within a complex organisation.
• Experience of managing risk associated with funding uncertainty, organisational change or shifting strategic priorities.
• Experience of supporting income diversification and long-term business sustainability.

Partnership and System Leadership

Essential

• Experience of partnership working across organisational boundaries.
• Experience of influencing senior stakeholders within health, education, public service or related sectors.
• Experience of operating within complex systems involving multiple organisations and competing priorities.

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

Sutton Primary Care Networks

Address

South West London ( Hybrid)

120 The Broadway

Wimbledon

London

SW19 1RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oRegistered Nurse (NMC)
• oDegree in Nursing or related subject
• oUKONS SACT Passport
• oEvidence of continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• oSignificant post-registration oncology/haematology experience
• oExperience delivering SACT.
• oExperience coordinating patient pathways
• oExperience working within a multidisciplinary team
• oExperience supporting education and development of staff.

Knowledge

Essential

• oUnderstanding of current cancer treatment pathways
• oSACT administration and toxicity management
• oUKONS guidance and cancer care standards
• oResearch governance frameworks.

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

St Bartholomew's Hospital

London

EC1A 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Monitor communication and information flow into the Finance department via post, email, telephone, or other channels and respond appropriately

Input sales and purchase invoices and credit notes into the system, ensuring correct financial coding is applied

Ensure that all relevant documentation related to payment of invoices is accurate and up to date before payment is processed, such as purchase orders and delivery notes, bank details and company addresses

Supporting supplier payments, ensuring they are processed within agreed terms. These payments can be significant in value, so the post holder must be accurate and experienced in handling high value payments, referring to the Finance Manager when necessary

Produce regular aged debtor and creditor reports

Credit control and debt management for all customers including producing customer statements and reconciliations, supporting the Finance team and working alongside the Finance Manager to resolve outstanding aged debtors

Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and respond to first line queries regarding financial issues

Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements to the purchase ledger, working to resolve any queries or differences that may arise within the roles delegated authority

Supporting with banking reconciliations

Day to day management of petty cash

Assisting and supporting the Finance Manager in a variety of tasks and procedures -especially at month and year end

Contribute as an effective team member within the Finance Services team, supporting the achievement of finance objectives, including the evaluation of processes

Provide support to the external and internal audit processes

Liaise between HR and the external payroll provider.

Provide accurate payroll data.

General office administrative duties such as filing bank statements, invoices and other documents.

Provide support to other members of the team as required

Develop strong, professional relationships with colleagues to help create a positive working environment

Promote an efficient and positive image of the organisation for all suppliers and customers

Comply with strict financial timetables, contributing to an efficient and effective financial accounting service

Undertake any other duties as agreed with the Finance Manager, in order to meet the needs of the organisation.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Ideally the postholder will have experience within both the finance field and or within Primary Care.

Qualifications

Essential

• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality An understanding of data protection legislation GCSE English Language, Grade C or above (or equivalent) Experience using medical systems General Practice or NHS experience

Desirable

• Experience Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
• Evidence of willingness to learn and develop Ability to multi-task Adaptable, innovative, forward looking Enthusiasm, with energy and drive Professional and smart appearance Willing to work flexible hours as necessary Able to travel if required

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

Affinity Care

Address

Shipley Medical Centre

Alexandra Rd

Shipley

West Yorkshire

BD18 3EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience at band 5 Thoracic theatre scrub experience.
• Supervision on non-registered staff.
• Pre-registration and post basic students.
• Evidence and ability to mentor.
• Ability to manage the clinical area efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relatives/carers and staff.

Skills

Essential

• Good inter personal skills with the ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods, both written and oral.
• Ability to plan, allocate and supervise the work of the team.
• Able to work in a fast changing challenging environment actively supporting and promoting planned change.
• Good understanding of current NHS issues and requirement for efficiency and effectiveness whilst maintaining quality.
• Evidence of competent clinical skills.
• Able to encourage/instruct all staff to use resources effectively and efficiently.

Desirable

• Able to work within set time frames, with good prioritising skills in meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse.
• Recognised post graduate theatre course.
• Mentorship Course or equivelant.
• Evidence of Leadership course/training.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development/education
• Leadership course /completed programme.

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

St Bartholomew's Hospital

London

EC1A 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be working within a community CAMHS Crisis team, ensuring the appropriateness of referrals, undertaking direct assessment and planning and delivering direct patient care with appropriate supervision, ensuring continuity of practice and working within a multi- disciplinary and multi-agency environment.

Managing a caseload and the provision of Mental Health Care services to people with mental health care needs.

Support and advising to other health care professionals. To support aspects of service development.

Provide an appropriate learning environment for relevant UEA students.

To be responsible for accurate mental health clustering of all patients on admission, discharge and at review.

To ensure all mental health clustering information is passed onto other Trust teams or services on transfer of patients.

To ensure the accuracy and quality of mental health clustering activity within the team.

**This post attracts a recruitment premium of £3,000 (pro-rata for part time roles). This is a one off payment with half paid on appointment and half paid after the completion of a satisfactory probation period (6 months). The premium is taxable. Please note that should you leave employment, or choose to move to an alternative post within the Trust that does not attract this recruitment premium, you will be required to reimburse all or some it, as follows: 100% of the value of the premium in the first 12 months; 50% of the value of the premium in the period 12 months to 2 years following appointment. Please note this recruitment premium is for external applicants only. Not applicable to newly qualified applicants **

**Previous Applicants Need Not Apply **

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with the relevant professional registration
• Practice Supervisor / Practice Assessor training (in line with NMC Standards for Student Supervision and Assessment 2018)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Familiar with risk assessment and its management

Skills

Essential

• Able to demonstrate the ability to process, plan and delegate work

Desirable

• Able to time manage and reflect on clinical practice

Others

Essential

• Be able and willing to undertake further training / development specific to the role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Stowmarket

Suffolk

IP14 1RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

essential

Essential

• NMC registration

desirable

Desirable

• 1 year experience on a surgical ward

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

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

C30 SAU

RUH

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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