Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Winchester, a category B Prison located in central Winchester.

HMP Winchester is a Category B Local remand prison located in Central Winchester accommodating approximately 670 male prisoners.

Although the site is close to Winchester city centre there is onsite parking for all staff and it is a short walk from Winchester train station.

Hours

8-4pm & 2-10pm shift times over 7 days a week.

Salary

£23.83 per hour

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

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Main duties of the job

As a Substance Misuse Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, prioritising patient care to develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning
• Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting with recovery at the centre of our healthcare wellbeing model
• Be able to carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review individual recovery plans and confidently communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users.
• Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects and liaise with prescribers. You will work with individuals, on a 1-1 basis, providing advice and information
• Support in group work delivery and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions. You will occasionally be required to support dispensing
• Have an understanding and commitment to recovery and a person centred approach.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• We treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• We act with integrity
• We embrace diversity
• We strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience of Substance Misuse
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake.
• Experience of working with opiate dependant patients.
• Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge.

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Operations and Performance Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in the Cancer Centre as an Operations and Performance Manager.

We are seeking an ambitious, motivated and highly collaborative Cancer Operations & Performance Manager to play a pivotal role in ensuring patients receive timely, high-quality cancer care. This is an opportunity to directly influence performance, patient outcomes and service improvement across one of the Trust's most strategically important portfolios.

As Operations & Performance Manager, you will provide operational leadership and performance management expertise to support the delivery of national cancer standards, recovery ambitions and Trust objectives.

Working closely with clinical leaders, operational teams, divisional management, data analysts and system partners, you will lead performance improvement initiatives, identify opportunities to streamline patient pathways and drive sustainable change across cancer services.

You will translate complex performance information into meaningful actions, ensuring that operational decisions are informed by robust data, intelligence and a clear understanding of patient impact.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to improving access to diagnosis and treatment, reducing variation, enhancing patient experience and supporting better outcomes for patients affected by cancer.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

Depending on experience Per annum - Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-THQ240926

Job locations

Princess Anne Hospital

Coxford Road

Southampton

SO16 5YA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, your key responsibilities will include managing administrative and MDT teams within the cancer centre and MDT team. Deliver appraisal and oversee mandatory training requirements for all staff within these teams. Assist in the validation of cancer performance management to ensure adherence to cancer waiting times guidance.

Support the governance arrangements within the team including audit, complaints, incidents, risk and health and safety.

To be responsible to the Cancer Centre Manager for financial performance relating to delegated budgets and operational performance of the MDT team

Represent the Cancer Centre Manager as required

We are looking for a candidate with the followingMinimum of 1st degree or equivalent experienceManagement qualification/relevant experienceEvidence of continuing personal developmentTrack record of successfully working in a multi-disciplinary teamSignificant experience of working in the NHS in a management positionStaff management and supervision of or leading a teamIntroducing new ways of workingExperience of project management and ability to work to deadlines

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of performance driven service management experience in the NHS and will be looking for the opportunity to develop their skills.

Job description Job responsibilities In this role, your key responsibilities will include managing administrative and MDT teams within the cancer centre and MDT team. Deliver appraisal and oversee mandatory training requirements for all staff within these teams. Assist in the validation of cancer performance management to ensure adherence to cancer waiting times guidance. Support the governance arrangements within the team including audit, complaints, incidents, risk and health and safety. To be responsible to the Cancer Centre Manager for financial performance relating to delegated budgets and operational performance of the MDT team Represent the Cancer Centre Manager as required We are looking for a candidate with the followingMinimum of 1st degree or equivalent experienceManagement qualification/relevant experienceEvidence of continuing personal developmentTrack record of successfully working in a multi-disciplinary teamSignificant experience of working in the NHS in a management positionStaff management and supervision of or leading a teamIntroducing new ways of workingExperience of project management and ability to work to deadlines The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of performance driven service management experience in the NHS and will be looking for the opportunity to develop their skills.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• First degree/equivalent professional qualification/equivalent experience
• Leadership training
• Management training
• Training and experience to Masters' or equivalent level/post graduate level study
• Project Management qualification / further training or demonstrates substantial level of project delivery experience
• Consolidated experience to demonstrate capability and capacity for management of health services at a senior level
• Demonstrable staff and resource management experience across a range of a variety of issues
• Able to facilitate and implement policy, guidelines and projects from initiation to completion
• Demonstrates experience of managing challenging problems by developing practical workable solutions to address them.
• Ability to communicate vision to staff and manage change effectively.

Desirable

• Previous proven experience in a healthcare setting

Trust Values

Essential

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

Person Specification Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential First degree/equivalent professional qualification/equivalent experience Leadership training Management training Training and experience to Masters' or equivalent level/post graduate level study Project Management qualification / further training or demonstrates substantial level of project delivery experience Consolidated experience to demonstrate capability and capacity for management of health services at a senior level Demonstrable staff and resource management experience across a range of a variety of issues Able to facilitate and implement policy, guidelines and projects from initiation to completion Demonstrates experience of managing challenging problems by developing practical workable solutions to address them. Ability to communicate vision to staff and manage change effectively. Desirable Previous proven experience in a healthcare setting Trust Values Essential Patient First Working Together Always Improving

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Princess Anne Hospital

Coxford Road

Southampton

SO16 5YA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Princess Anne Hospital

Coxford Road

Southampton

SO16 5YA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full time 37.5 (part time hours available)

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist within the Supportive and Palliative Care Team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

As part of a dynamic team, you will provide expert supportive and palliative care to patients with complex needs across a range of clinical settings, supporting patients and those important to them throughout their healthcare journey. You will work autonomously whilst collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

The Supportive and Palliative Care Team plays a key role in helping patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time. Through proactive assessment, early specialist input and participation in clinical decision-making, our team supports timely discharge planning, helps avoid unnecessary delays in care, and promotes the best possible outcomes and experiences for patients and families. This directly contributes to UHS transformation priorities including getting people home sooner, ensuring patients are seen in the right place as early as possible, and supporting an engaged and motivated workforce.

The post holder will report to the Lead Nurse for the Supportive and Palliative Care Team and work closely with consultants, CNS colleagues, ward teams, community services and external healthcare partners to deliver seamless care across organisational boundaries.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience £39,959 - £48,117 per annum per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-SNM270926

Job locations

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role, your key responsibilities will include:

Providing specialist assessment, advice and personalised care planning for patients with palliative and supportive care needs across the Trust.Coordinating care and ensuring effective communication between patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.Supporting decision-making and advance care planning to help patients receive care that aligns with their goals and preferences.Working collaboratively with hospital, community and primary care services to facilitate smooth transitions of care, minimise delays and support timely discharge whenever appropriate.Providing education and support to healthcare professionals to enhance knowledge and promote high-quality palliative and end-of-life care across the organisation.Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives to continually improve patient care and service delivery.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide sensitive and complex information, build therapeutic relationships and support patients and families during challenging situationsStrong clinical assessment and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload of patients.A commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice.

You will be supported to develop your skills as a CNS through a programme of competencies with support from colleagues and clinical supervision.

The service operates seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Job description Job responsibilities In this role, your key responsibilities will include: Providing specialist assessment, advice and personalised care planning for patients with palliative and supportive care needs across the Trust.Coordinating care and ensuring effective communication between patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.Supporting decision-making and advance care planning to help patients receive care that aligns with their goals and preferences.Working collaboratively with hospital, community and primary care services to facilitate smooth transitions of care, minimise delays and support timely discharge whenever appropriate.Providing education and support to healthcare professionals to enhance knowledge and promote high-quality palliative and end-of-life care across the organisation.Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives to continually improve patient care and service delivery. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide sensitive and complex information, build therapeutic relationships and support patients and families during challenging situationsStrong clinical assessment and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload of patients.A commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice. You will be supported to develop your skills as a CNS through a programme of competencies with support from colleagues and clinical supervision. The service operates seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
• Degree qualification or equivalent 120 credits at L6
• Post registration qualification within area of speciality or equivalent experience.
• Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies
• Provide evidence of supporting/ managing a range of learners in practice
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Extensive post registration experience within specialist area.
• Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service.
• Understanding of personal accountability.
• Confident of own knowledge base, aware of learning needs and seeks guidance when appropriate.
• Able to critically review and communicate clinical information.

Desirable

• Registered on MSc Pathway - completion of HTPA Competencies
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Counselling qualification
• Palliative care course
• IT training
• Change Management, clinical practice development.
• Multidisciplinary team working.
• Interest in nurse -led care.
• Organisational/strategic awareness.
• Clear about professional accountability and autonomous practice components of role.

Trust Values

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Person Specification Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register Degree qualification or equivalent 120 credits at L6 Post registration qualification within area of speciality or equivalent experience. Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies Provide evidence of supporting/ managing a range of learners in practice Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Extensive post registration experience within specialist area. Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service. Understanding of personal accountability. Confident of own knowledge base, aware of learning needs and seeks guidance when appropriate. Able to critically review and communicate clinical information. Desirable Registered on MSc Pathway - completion of HTPA Competencies Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Counselling qualification Palliative care course IT training Change Management, clinical practice development. Multidisciplinary team working. Interest in nurse -led care. Organisational/strategic awareness. Clear about professional accountability and autonomous practice components of role. Trust Values Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Trainee Biomedical Scientist

Contract Type: Permanent

Applicants who can demonstrate that they already meet the required competencies may be offered a Band 5 contract upon appointment.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in the Microbiology Department at UHS as a Trainee Biomedical Scientist.

The department processes over 1,000,000 specimens per year. We employ almost 100 staff and provide a comprehensive 7 day service covering bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, serology and parasitology and molecular testing.

We are IBMS accredited for pre-registration training and specialist training in medical microbiology, virology and infectious science.The role involves 24/7 working on a shift pattern, including earlies, cores, lates, and night shifts.

You will rotate through sections of the laboratory, providing technical support to Biomedical Scientists and working alongside Biomedical Support Workers. Duties will include processing of clinical samples, maintenance of equipment, and training other members of staff when you have gained competence in section.

Trainee BMS staff would not lead the shift out of hours. Upon registration you will be the supervisor on shift working alongside an Associate Practitioner and/or Biomedical Support Worker.

Candidates must be able to work all these shifts.

Weekends and bank holidays are also worked on a rotation.

Please note high volume of applications may result in the advert closing early.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

Job summary

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Chef De Partie at Sonning Gardens Care Home in Reading. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Chef de Partie will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive and high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall wellbeing of the residents. Other responsibilities will include: Taking part in meetings with residents and Heads of Departments to discuss and agree catering functions across the home, and to address special needs or dietary requirements of residents.

Main duties of the job

Your focus as Chef de Partie will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive and high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall wellbeing of the residents. Other responsibilities will include: Taking part in meetings with residents and Heads of Departments to discuss and agree catering functions across the home, and to address special needs or dietary requirements of residents. Preparing nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, as directed by the Head Chef. Supporting cost-effective stock control systems to minimise waste and ensure these are in place. Working with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop and review the menu on a regular basis.

About us

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1557289681

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Sonning

RG4 6TQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Chef De Partie at Sonning Gardens Care Home in Reading. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Chef de Partie will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive and high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall wellbeing of the residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Taking part in meetings with residents and Heads of Departments to discuss and agree catering functions across the home, and to address special needs or dietary requirements of residents.
• Preparing nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, as directed by the Head Chef.
• Supporting cost-effective stock control systems to minimise waste and ensure these are in place.
• Working with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop and review the menu on a regular basis.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent.
• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Have a minimum of 1-year catering experience.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents.
• Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Chef De Partie at Sonning Gardens Care Home in Reading. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as Chef de Partie will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive and high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall wellbeing of the residents.Other responsibilities will include: Taking part in meetings with residents and Heads of Departments to discuss and agree catering functions across the home, and to address special needs or dietary requirements of residents. Preparing nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, as directed by the Head Chef. Supporting cost-effective stock control systems to minimise waste and ensure these are in place. Working with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop and review the menu on a regular basis.ABOUT YOUTo be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.Our ideal candidate must: Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent. Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Have a minimum of 1-year catering experience. Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents. Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.ABOUT AVERYAt Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent. Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Have a minimum of 1-year catering experience.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent. Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Have a minimum of 1-year catering 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

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Sonning

RG4 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Sonning

RG4 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Skull Base/Neuro Oncology Nurse Specialist

Contract Type: Permanent

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a nurse looking to progress their career within Neuro Oncology nursing. You will work in the Neuro oncology team as a clinical nurse specialist providing follow up care and advice to this tumour patient group.

This will be a joint post supporting patients with both skull base tumours and primary brain tumours. It also includes hosting nurse led clinics and participating in research. You will join a team of professionals with expert knowledge in the investigation and treatment of patients with brain tumours.

The Wessex Neurological Centre (WNC) is one of the largest neuroscience centres in the country providing services to a population of 3 million people. Sitting within a large teaching hospital we are committed to maintaining high standards of care and developing our specialist services for the community.

The Wessex Neurological Unit consists of: Neurosurgery, Neurology, Acute Stroke, Spinal Service, Neurophysiology and Neuro OPD/ Pre-assessment.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience £39,959 to £48,117 per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-SNM80926

Job locations

NEU Senior Clin Nurse

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for the provision of specialist nursing care for a defined patient/client group, practicing autonomously as a core member of the multi-disciplinary team. Duties will include but not restricted to:

Working within a team to provide the safe therapeutic management of a defined patient / client caseload.

The identified key worker for a patient/client caseload to co-ordinate / oversee therapeutic treatment and care.

Work across professional, departmental and Trust boundaries as required to develop and support patient-centred seamless care, particularly relating to nurse-led care initiatives.

Provide specialist advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals. Practice clinically in agreed care settings and support the Lead Neuro Oncology CNS regarding the overall management of the service.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Job description Job responsibilities The Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for the provision of specialist nursing care for a defined patient/client group, practicing autonomously as a core member of the multi-disciplinary team. Duties will include but not restricted to: Working within a team to provide the safe therapeutic management of a defined patient / client caseload. The identified key worker for a patient/client caseload to co-ordinate / oversee therapeutic treatment and care. Work across professional, departmental and Trust boundaries as required to develop and support patient-centred seamless care, particularly relating to nurse-led care initiatives. Provide specialist advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals. Practice clinically in agreed care settings and support the Lead Neuro Oncology CNS regarding the overall management of the service. For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
• Degree qualification, 120 credits at L6 or possess an equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant specialist training, experience or portfolio
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
• Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or evidence assessed to be of equivalent experience, demonstrating support to a range of learners in practice. Provide evidence of both supporting a range of learners in practice and supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Extensive post registration experience within specialist area.

Desirable

• Change Management, clinical practice development.
• Multidisciplinary team working

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Person Specification Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register Degree qualification, 120 credits at L6 or possess an equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant specialist training, experience or portfolio Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or evidence assessed to be of equivalent experience, demonstrating support to a range of learners in practice. Provide evidence of both supporting a range of learners in practice and supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Extensive post registration experience within specialist area. Desirable Change Management, clinical practice development. Multidisciplinary team working Trust Values and Behaviours Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

NEU Senior Clin Nurse

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

NEU Senior Clin Nurse

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Leicester, a category B Prison located in Leicestershire

• Onsite Parking
• Training Opportunities
• City Centre Based

Hours

• Monday - Sunday
• 37.5 hours per week
• 8am - 4pm
• 1 weekend in 3
• Rota's are done 1 month in advance

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary is between £34,428 - £41,659 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Substance Misuse Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, prioritising patient care to develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning
• Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting with recovery at the centre of our healthcare wellbeing model
• Be able to carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review individual recovery plans and confidently communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users.
• Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects and liaise with prescribers. You will work with individuals, on a 1-1 basis, providing advice and information
• Support in group work delivery and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions. You will occasionally be required to support dispensing
• Have an understanding and commitment to recovery and a person centred approach.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NMC Registered - Adult or Mental Health
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• Experience of working with opiate dependant patients.
• Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge.
• A non-judgmental and compassionate approach.

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

We are the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and were here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UKs biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

RNIB is leading the creation of a world where there are no barriers for people with sight loss. One of our key priorities is to ask people to see sight loss differently, reversing inaccurate perceptions and changing public behaviours so everyone expects equal participation from people with sight loss and the creation of a fully accessible society.

RNIB is pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to join our Eye Care Support Service in Dorset. This is a rewarding role providing the right individual the opportunity to make a difference every day working with people affected by sight loss.

You will provide critical emotional support, information and guidance face to face within a hospital setting, remotely via digital platforms and in community locations, as required. Each day you will support people affected by sight loss to identify their needs, access information and make informed choices which enable and empower them to maintain their independence.

Admin tasks are a large part of this role, you will create and input accurate patient records into a variety of databases and use Microsoft 365 each day.

Main duties of the job

You will have proven experience of delivering information and advice services working directly with the people you are supporting as well as maintaining professional relationships. Key to this role will be your excellent communication and relationship building skills with patients, clinicians and a wide range of cross sector partners.

You will have the ability to work in different hospital locations as required.

You should be confident to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems. Impeccable record keeping skills are also key to this role.

As an RNIB ECLO, you will also complete the RNIB & City University Eye Clinic Support Studies qualification: essential for the role, access to Clinical Supervision, peer support and the opportunity to support RNIBs priority of no diagnosis without support.

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 27 days of holiday per year plus bank holidays which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11 percent and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

About us

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, candidates are required to submit their CV and a Supporting Statement which responds to the following:

Question 1- What interests you about being an ECLO and what skills and qualities do you feel you would bring to the role?

Question 2 -Using examples, tell us about your experience in delivering advice or information services.

Question 3 -Using examples, demonstrate how you have worked with people using person-centred care approach.

Question 4 -Using examples, tell us how you have worked with colleagues across health, social care or community services demonstrating your understanding of each professionals role.

Question 5 - Using examples and highlighting your communication styles and skills, tells us about your experience of influencing or motivating other professionals, resulting in positive outcomes for customers.

Question 6 - Using examples please demonstrate your IT Literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and your understanding of the importance of Information Governance in handling customer records.

Job summary

Band 5 RMN / OT / Social Work Professional

Exeter City Core Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) Full-Time Substantive Post (37.5 hours per week) Flexible / Hybrid Working Available

We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), or Social Work professionals to join our Exeter City Core CMHTa team known for its dynamic, innovative, and supportive culture.

This is a substantive full-time post with opportunities for flexible and hybrid working, designed to support your professional development and work-life balance. We also welcome preceptee applicants, offering a nurturing environment to gain experience in community mental health practice.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to adults with complex mental health needs in the community.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.
• Conduct assessments, risk evaluations, and reviews in line with clinical governance and safeguarding protocols.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and recovery-focused support.
• Liaise with service users, carers, and external agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

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

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

Our values

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

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

Job summary

**Please ensure eligibility before applying for this vacancy, as failure to meet criteria will result in automatic withdrawal. This position involves a shortened HCSW training programme, and ineligible candidates should monitor NHS jobs for possible bank HCSW roles.

Eligibility criteria:

• BSc or MSc Nursing (any specialisation) and Midwifery students who have completed at least one full acute inpatient care placement within an NHS trust.

OR

• University Healthcare students (Medicine/ Nursing/ Midwifery/ Physiotherapy/ Paramedicine/ Occupational Therapy etc.) who have had asignificant amount of prior inpatient experience (6 months+ within the last 12 months) working as a Healthcare Assistant/ Healthcare Support Worker in an NHS acute care Trust.

If you meet the criteria for this role, you will either need to submit a signed recommendation form from NNUH placement/education staff, or complete an interview with the Practice Development and Education team. Further details will be shared once shortlisting has been completed

Please note depending on your course speciality, your bank shifts may be aligned with the most relevant department to reflect your area of study.

Also, keep in mind this is a HCSW role so many skills that you can practice within a student capacity cannot be practiced whilst on shift working as a healthcare assistant.

Main duties of the job

You will need enthusiasm, kindness, compassion, and confidence as you will be expected to work with a diverse set of acutely unwell people who each require an individual holistic approach to meet their day-to-day care needs. Daily responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and recording of baseline observations for all patients under your daily allocation (blood pressure / temperature / pulse etc.).
• Escalation of issues to relevant registered member of staff (Nurse, doctor etc.) related to acute deterioration of patient's conditions.
• Provision of care to meet individual holistic requirements of all patients under your daily allocation including personal care, continence assistance and meal time assistance.
• Cleaning of equipment and ward areas as and when required.
• Procurement and handling of clinical samples / swabs.

We will provide uniform and an initial training course to deliver the skills you will need to work in a busy hospital. If you meet the criteria for the shortened induction this will include a eight-hour theory session followed by a minimum of two six-hour supervised shifts working on a ward.

About us

Our PRIDE values of People Focus, Respect, integrity, Dedication and Excellence are important to ourteam, and to be successful you will need to share our beliefs and values. In particular, you will support our approach to clinical excellence by taking every opportunity to learn and develop your skills and competence in every aspect ofyour role.

The Staff Bank is an ideal way of starting a career in the Trust, offering flexibility of working hours and the opportunity to gain experience in different areas. The Staff Bank will provide training to enable you to work across the Trust however, adaptation courses are not available.

What we offer:

• After the HCSW Induction, period of paid supernumerary time
• Clinical skills support and enhanced skills sessions (where required)
• Flexibility in training and shifts
• Ability to work within and try different specialities

Benefits:

• Excellent pension scheme
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of our pay as you earn it
• Heavily discounted bus passes
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• On site restaurants, delis and cafes offering staff discounts
• On site nursery
• Career development guidance
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy service
• Free annual Flu vaccination
• Discounts for local gyms plus on site outdoor gym equipment

Job summary

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrist on a substantive basis as part of our comprehensive CAMHS Service in North Derbyshire, based across our two sites at Chesterfield and Buxton or solely in Buxton (depending on successful candidate's preference).

The successful Candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and have a flexible approach. You will be a team player who enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary setting with highly experienced and skilled staff while being capable of providing clinical leadership for the team.

We offer £10,000 in addition to basic salary on commencement, with a further £10,000 after 2 years in post. An additional SPA beyond the usual allocation of 1.5 PAs will also be allocated to enable our appointee to undertake defined Care Unit support. Benefits will be pro rata for part time.

The CAMHS service is part of the Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust which also benefits from co-location of comprehensive paediatric services, (paediatricians, paediatric ward, community therapists and nurses) and the disabled children's social care team. The CAMHS team enjoy highly positive relationships with paediatrics.

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role, and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.

About us

Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, includes rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.

Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.

Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.

Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.

In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.

The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school

Job summary

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrist in Intellectual Disability (ID) CAMHS, or Child & Adolescent Consultant Psychiatrist with experience in ID or Neurodiversity, as part of our comprehensive CAMHS Service in North Derbyshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a friendly, dynamic and supportive service and we are happy to consider less than full time working/job share.

We offer £10,000 in addition to basic salary on commencement, with a further £10,000 after 2 years in post. An additional SPA beyond the usual allocation of 1.5 PAs will also be allocated to enable our appointee to undertake defined Care Unit support. Benefits will be pro rata for part time.

We have an excellent, well established and experienced LD CAMHS team made up of Intellectual Disability and Mental Health nurses, Specialist Support Workers, Speech and Language Therapy, Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology. The team has an excellent track record of delivering outstanding patient care having previously been nominated for their work. We enjoy excellent links with our key partner agencies across North Derbyshire and have link workers with our Special Schools delivering a comprehensive training programme. We work closely with our wider CAMHS team and have well-integrated leadership across the service. Please see our well used website for more information about LD CAMHS and what we offer: www.camhsnorthderbyshire.nhs.uk

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached Job Description for a full description of the post and information about working for us.

About us

Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, includes rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.

Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.

Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.

Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.

In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.

The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school

Job summary

Turn insight into action and help shape the future of community healthcare. Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Business & Performance Manager to join our Business Information, Performance & Contracts team. In this newly created role, you will help strengthen operational assurance, support service improvement and give leaders the insight they need to make confident decisions for patients and communities.

You will bring curiosity, sound judgement and the confidence to connect people, information and priorities. With a pioneering mindset, you will see the story behind the data and turn insight into practical action. You will also build trusted relationships, actively including and empowering others and treating everyone with fairness, respect and dignity.

In return, you will join a caring, inclusive and ambitious Trust where your expertise will be valued and visible from day one. You will have the opportunity to shape a new post, contribute to pioneering service developments and work with experienced colleagues committed to personalised, effective and high-quality community care.

The successful candidate for this position would be expected to be in the office 2 days a week on average.

If you are ready to use your expertise to create better conversations, stronger decisions and meaningful improvement, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The role will provide high-level business and performance support across the Trust, bringing together insight, governance and practical action to strengthen operational delivery. Working with service leaders, analysts and partners, you will coordinate assurance activity, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and ensure complex information is translated into clear priorities and decisions.

• Lead the preparation and coordination of operational assurance activity, ensuring leaders receive accurate, timely and meaningful information.
• Work in partnership with operational teams and analytical colleagues to improve performance, governance and service planning.
• Support priority programmes and service developments, using evidence to track progress, resolve issues and maintain momentum.
• Interpret complex data, test its reliability and present a clear, balanced narrative for senior audiences.
• Build trusted relationships across organisational boundaries and communicate with confidence, diplomacy and credibility.
• Manage competing priorities with autonomy, sound judgement, resilience and close attention to detail.
• Bring strong business management, analytical and problem-solving skills, alongside a commitment to Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive ways of working.

*Proposed interview date: 29th October 2026*

About us

• A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
• You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff
• We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities
• Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision
• We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages
• We are proud to be an armed forces friendly employer and support the employment of the armed forces community, including veterans, spouses and partners. For more information, contact [email protected]

We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now

You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you

Job summary

Due to additional investment in to our Children's Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) service, we would like to offer you a fabulous opportunity to come and join one of our Locality SLT teams as Band 4 SLT Assistants (SLTA).

We are looking for creative and enthusiastic SLTAs to join our well established SLT service, and we have sessions available in our community and schools teams (mainstream and specialist). Our posts are across Hertfordshire including in Hemel Hempstead, Watford and Stevenage.

The SLT service in Hertfordshire is long established, and we have a reputation for being forward thinking and committed to ongoing service improvement. We embrace change and are driven by the evidence base, neuro-affirming approaches and functional, communication friendly practices.

Our service is jointly commissioned by health and education, allowing us to provide a seamless pathway of care from early years through to schools, specialist provisions and further education settings. We have excellent joint working relationships with our partners in education and a wide range of stakeholders, and we work in partnership with them to deliver interventions at Universal, Targeted and Specialist levels across Hertfordshire. This successful working relationship has helped contribute towards us being awarded with new investment.

*Proposed interview date: 22nd October 2026*

** Previous candidates in the last 6 months need not apply**

Interview location: Howard Court, Welwyn Garden City AL7 1BW

Main duties of the job

The successful applicants will assist SLTs in clinics, mainstream & specialist schools. The role involves delivering individual programmes, group working, developing resources, using IT & undertaking some administrative duties. You will have the opportunity to work with teachers, teaching assistants and health visitors, and to work alongside SLTs and other assistants.

Applicants should have knowledge of normal child development alongside experience of working with children, including those with communication difficulties. Experience of working with, and using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is beneficial. We are looking for applicants who are creative, flexible, possessing good organisational and communication skills and with an ability to work on their own initiative.

We are a friendly and supportive service and have an excellent reputation for the support we provide our staff. We offer:

• A thorough induction period where you will have the opportunity to observe and shadow your team
• Access to regular group clinical supervision and line management supervision
• Informal support from a peer/buddy
• Access to a range of professional development learning opportunities e.g. bitesize tutorials
• A well-established appraisal system
• Opportunities to work alongside other therapists/assistants to deliver evidence based episodes of care to children/young people
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills as a link assistant
• Opportunities to develop your career

About us

Thank You for Considering a Role at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust.

We're delighted that you're exploring a career with HCT. As an organisation, we're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and rewarding work environment.

At HCT, we put patients, their families, and carers at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is simple yet powerful: Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities. Our dedicated staff take pride in being Caring, Inclusive and Pioneering, working together to turn this vision into reality.

Working with us comes with a host of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance:

• Generous annual leave(27 days rising to 33 with long service)
• Flexible working arrangements to help balance personal/ professional life, including up to 5 days of carers leave (pro rata)
• Employee Assistance Programmeoffering 24/7 confidential support for personal or work-related issues
• Cycle to Work/Car Lease Schemesto make your commute healthier or easier
• Blue Light Card/NHS Discounts on a wide range of shopping, holidays, and services
• Health and wellbeing support, including free flu jabs, Physiotherapy referrals, eye care vouchers, etc
• Occupational Pension Schemewith competitive benefits
• Enhanced sick pay above statutory entitlements

We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date - Apply now

Job summary

The Chlamydia Screening Programme is part of the Sexual Health and Contraception services (SHAC) in Brighton and Hove. The service isoperatingfrom 3 hubs, with outreach to other parts of the city.

Working as part of a team to deliver the highest standards of administrative support for patients and staff, main duties will include;

data collection and analysis,

informing best practice,

seeking & evaluating improvements through data with use of patient management systems and spread sheets.

The post holder will oversee administrative staff and patient management processes for the delivery, inputting and communication of home test kits and results.

Main duties of the job

Toassistwith patient data collection by the development of databases and spread sheets.

Work collaboratively with the Recall Health Advisors to ensure ajoined-upapproach to results management across the service and support delivery across teams whenrequired

To task manage administrators processing recalls and positiveresults andprovide information on procedures to the wider Integrated Service Team to ensure the highest compliance with policies and procedures and local guidance.

To lead and manage daily positive STI results list and its associated interpretation and administration including continual review and development of the patient positive results and recall system to promote maximum efficiency

To order health resources through IPORC systems, such as patient information leaflets; condoms and training materials within stock budget asrequired

To attend outreach events such as Fresher's fair in conjunction with the Health Promotion Specialist.

About us

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.

If you do not meet the sponsorship requirements, and you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-8201187-OCT26

Job locations

Claude Nicol Centre, Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton and Hove

BN2 5BE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication and Patient care delivery

• To contact patients by phone/ text/ letter notifying them of CSP positive results following outreach or home-sample screening and arranging follow up treatment appointments
• To be involved in communication updates regarding the SHAC service to the wider community via a range of media including the SHAC website and Twitter or other digital media as required.
• To provide and receive highly sensitive patient information
• Present complex information clearly to colleagues at all levels
• Communicate data to the Programme Lead and wider clinic team to help with patient flow and access
• To respond to and record telephone calls from patients and the general public regarding treatment and other general enquires regarding service provision and opening times.
• To provide advice and information to patients over the telephone relating to their results, symptoms and questions relating to their care
• To contact designated patients to ascertain compliance to treatment regimens and ensure relevant partners have been seen and treated
• To maintain detailed and accurate records (manual and electronic) that are consistent with legislation, policies and procedure, regarding interventions and advice given.

Service delivery and improvement

• Make suggestions regarding improvements to the current systems within chlamydia screening and home sampling processes where they are identified.
• To be responsible for CSP and home-sampling data reporting, creating documents and reports, supplying data as requested by the management teams or other agencies, e.g. THT
• Monitoring data to highlight trends inform practice and demonstrate progress.
• To actively promote and monitor the performance of the CSP and Home-sampling service and suggest innovative practice to improve service delivery and efficiency
• To assist with patient data collection by the development of databases and spread sheets.

People management and development

• Responsible for carrying out duties in line with the Trusts e-rostering processes, including managing rosters, supporting staff allocation, and contributing to effective budget reconciliation and workforce planning
• To actively participate in recruitment of B3 staff
• To support grievance and disciplinary procedures as required
• To line manage the Band 3 Administrators which will include taking responsibility for induction and appraisals and training of new staff and co-ordinate and reporting on annual leave /sick leave on a monthly basis.

Learning and development

• Attend mandatory training updates as required.
• Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.
• Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
• Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager
• Participate in the Trusts appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service.

This job description is an outline of the role and responsibilities. From time to time due to the needs of the service, we may ask you to flexibly undertake other duties that are consistent with your role and banding, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.

The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and the organisation.

Job description Job responsibilities Communication and Patient care delivery To contact patients by phone/ text/ letter notifying them of CSP positive results following outreach or home-sample screening and arranging follow up treatment appointments To be involved in communication updates regarding the SHAC service to the wider community via a range of media including the SHAC website and Twitter or other digital media as required. To provide and receive highly sensitive patient information Present complex information clearly to colleagues at all levels Communicate data to the Programme Lead and wider clinic team to help with patient flow and access To respond to and record telephone calls from patients and the general public regarding treatment and other general enquires regarding service provision and opening times. To provide advice and information to patients over the telephone relating to their results, symptoms and questions relating to their care To contact designated patients to ascertain compliance to treatment regimens and ensure relevant partners have been seen and treated To maintain detailed and accurate records (manual and electronic) that are consistent with legislation, policies and procedure, regarding interventions and advice given. Service delivery and improvement Make suggestions regarding improvements to the current systems within chlamydia screening and home sampling processes where they are identified. To be responsible for CSP and home-sampling data reporting, creating documents and reports, supplying data as requested by the management teams or other agencies, e.g. THT Monitoring data to highlight trends inform practice and demonstrate progress. To actively promote and monitor the performance of the CSP and Home-sampling service and suggest innovative practice to improve service delivery and efficiency To assist with patient data collection by the development of databases and spread sheets. People management and development Responsible for carrying out duties in line with the Trusts e-rostering processes, including managing rosters, supporting staff allocation, and contributing to effective budget reconciliation and workforce planning To actively participate in recruitment of B3 staff To support grievance and disciplinary procedures as required To line manage the Band 3 Administrators which will include taking responsibility for induction and appraisals and training of new staff and co-ordinate and reporting on annual leave /sick leave on a monthly basis. Learning and development Attend mandatory training updates as required. Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process. Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales. Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager Participate in the Trusts appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service. This job description is an outline of the role and responsibilities. From time to time due to the needs of the service, we may ask you to flexibly undertake other duties that are consistent with your role and banding, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and the organisation.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

• National Diploma or other Diploma or equivalent level of knowledge/ previous experience in an administrative role
• IT Skills to RSA3/NVQ Level 3, or equivalent experience
• English and Maths to GCSE or equivalent
• Excellent numerical skills
• Excellent verbal and written English skills
• Proven ability to manage and analyse data
• Computer expertise e.g. ECDL
• Sound knowledge of medical processes and systems
• Evidence of using critical thinking and analysis in previous work roles.

Desirable

• Audit experience
• Understanding and experiences of medical databases

People Management and Development

Essential

• Contributes to the training and supervision of new members of staff.
• Confident in reviewing performance of individuals
• Able to supervise work of temporary administration
• Proven ability to prioritise task and delegate work to administrators

Desirable

• Experience of managing and motivating a team

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ability to deal sensitively with the general public and with difficult or sensitive situations.
• The ability to respect confidentiality at all times
• Competent in a range of packages including MS Word and MS Excel, and willing to learn new packages and advance current skills.
• A high level of accuracy in data input.
• Computer skills including use of databases, spread sheets, Word, Excel, Report Writing, PowerPoint.
• Highly effective in using PowerPoint for presentations.
• Able to use word processing, spread sheets and other software for recording non-clinical activity
• Familiar with or willingness to gain confidence with novel technological ways to deliver information
• Awareness of how to use different IT applications to deliver information in the most effective way and other clinical support systems
• Able to assess facts to make judgements regarding telephone enquiries from the public or other departments.
• Analyse problem solving skills to independently assess a range of facts or situations: identify the resources available to help solve problems: create, analyse and compare viable solutions and use own judgement to take the action necessary to implement them; and follow them through to ensure the problem is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties.
• Ability to present, interpret and compare data relevant to the Chlamydia Screening Programme and to note trends and where necessary take appropriate action by escalating/referring to appropriate person.
• Ability to develop standards for use within the department, guidance, policies and procedures relating to management of the CSP and home-sampling programmes

Freedom to Act

Essential

• Works autonomously and follows standard SHAC Service and Trust procedures and practices.
• Works to meet targets and deadlines as agreed with line manager

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Excellent Communication skills and ability to write clear concise data reports
• Excellent knowledge of Excel
• Demonstrates an understanding of the role of community STI testing
• Advanced awareness of the importance of diplomacy and confidentiality
• Knowledge and awareness of clerical and administrative procedures and systems
• Ability to work unsupervised and also as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Good telephone manner and excellent customer service skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Sexual Health Clinic
• Knowledge of Sexually Transmitted Infections

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification Experience/ Qualifications Essential National Diploma or other Diploma or equivalent level of knowledge/ previous experience in an administrative role IT Skills to RSA3/NVQ Level 3, or equivalent experience English and Maths to GCSE or equivalent Excellent numerical skills Excellent verbal and written English skills Proven ability to manage and analyse data Computer expertise e.g. ECDL Sound knowledge of medical processes and systems Evidence of using critical thinking and analysis in previous work roles. Desirable Audit experience Understanding and experiences of medical databases People Management and Development Essential Contributes to the training and supervision of new members of staff. Confident in reviewing performance of individuals Able to supervise work of temporary administration Proven ability to prioritise task and delegate work to administrators Desirable Experience of managing and motivating a team Specific Requirements Essential Ability to deal sensitively with the general public and with difficult or sensitive situations. The ability to respect confidentiality at all times Competent in a range of packages including MS Word and MS Excel, and willing to learn new packages and advance current skills. A high level of accuracy in data input. Computer skills including use of databases, spread sheets, Word, Excel, Report Writing, PowerPoint. Highly effective in using PowerPoint for presentations. Able to use word processing, spread sheets and other software for recording non-clinical activity Familiar with or willingness to gain confidence with novel technological ways to deliver information Awareness of how to use different IT applications to deliver information in the most effective way and other clinical support systems Able to assess facts to make judgements regarding telephone enquiries from the public or other departments. Analyse problem solving skills to independently assess a range of facts or situations: identify the resources available to help solve problems: create, analyse and compare viable solutions and use own judgement to take the action necessary to implement them; and follow them through to ensure the problem is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties. Ability to present, interpret and compare data relevant to the Chlamydia Screening Programme and to note trends and where necessary take appropriate action by escalating/referring to appropriate person. Ability to develop standards for use within the department, guidance, policies and procedures relating to management of the CSP and home-sampling programmes Freedom to Act Essential Works autonomously and follows standard SHAC Service and Trust procedures and practices. Works to meet targets and deadlines as agreed with line manager Skills Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Excellent Communication skills and ability to write clear concise data reports Excellent knowledge of Excel Demonstrates an understanding of the role of community STI testing Advanced awareness of the importance of diplomacy and confidentiality Knowledge and awareness of clerical and administrative procedures and systems Ability to work unsupervised and also as part of a multidisciplinary team Good telephone manner and excellent customer service skills Desirable Experience of working in a Sexual Health Clinic Knowledge of Sexually Transmitted Infections Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Claude Nicol Centre, Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton and Hove

BN2 5BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Claude Nicol Centre, Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton and Hove

BN2 5BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This position is required to fill this replacement post within the haematology department. The successful applicant should hold accreditation in medical oncology from the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent, and should be on the specialist register or within six months of being admitted to the Register for trainees if currently in a training programme within the UK or have references which have been authorised by the Deputy Medical Director and Clinical Director.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to fill this vacant, 6 month, 10 PA locum post within the busy department of Haematology at St Jamess University Hospital. In relation to this post, the appointee will specifically be helping to further develop and support myeloid services (acute leukaemias, myelodysplastic and myeloproliferative disorders). The myeloid team provides level 3 service to Leeds, Harrogate and Huddersfield patients and works closely with the bone marrow transplant team and CAR-T team. Myeloid service is a busy inpatient and outpatient service with multiple clinical trials running, which recruit locally and regionally. We also support and advise our regional colleagues on patient management and provide region-wide MDT services for patients with myeloid disorders. They will join a large and established team delivering the full breadth of haematology services across Yorkshire and beyond with extensive research activity. We also provide TYA services for myeloid malignancies for the region, including East Yorkshire.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Job summary

There are two apprenticeships available, one based at Sunderland Hospital and one based at South Tyneside Hospital. Support service installations and their maintenance are an essential part of the NHS and form a vital link in Health Care Provision. An exciting and challenging position have arisen for Level 3 Apprenticeships in Multi Skilled Engineering which will require the individual to learn and study both aspects of electrical and mechanical engineering. Employed by CHoICE, a wholly owned company of the South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, the successful applicant will work towards the completion of a tailored training plan in partnership with the Northern & Yorkshire NHS Assessment Centre (NYNHSAS).

As part of the apprenticeship, the successful applicant will be released to attend college to allow them to study for the technical knowledge aspect of the apprenticeship, it is typical that this is achieved over one day / evening per week for the first two years of the role. Practical basic skills training will be achieved via block release for approximately 8 months during the first year of the apprenticeship, which once achieved, will allow the apprentice to commence training towards their End Point Assessment to achieve their full Apprenticeship Standard which will take place within the Employing organisation and NYNHSAC.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will attend a College to study for the technical knowledge aspect of the apprenticeship for example one day / evening a week for the first two years and practical basic skills training as a block release for approximately 8 months. Once this has been achieved, the applicant will then commence training towards their End Point Assessment to achieve the required full Apprenticeship Standard, this will typically take place within the Employing organisation and NYNHSAC.

The apprenticeship will potentially commence early 2027 subject to all necessary funding and employment checks being carried out, including a colour blindness test. Qualifications acceptable on entry are usually a minimum of GCSE at Grade B / 5 in Mathematics and Grade C / 4, or equivalent, in at least 4 other subjects to include a science based subject.

If you require any further information, please contact Karen Robson or Dawn Smith on 01642 624073 or email to

[email protected]

Interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 2nd November / 9th November. Please note that the interviews will only be held on the date given and no alternative dates can be given

About us

Please help us by adding your telephone number to your application form this will allow us to contact you quickly if required.

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). We provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.

If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£8 an hour Apprentice minimum wage

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

4 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

M9155-Z-EA-1026-64

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

South Tyneside District Hospital

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To follow instructions, training, guidance to achieve applicants Apprenticeship Standard with the timeframe agreed and work with the Employers statutory requirements.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visit Gov.UK for further information

Job description Job responsibilities To follow instructions, training, guidance to achieve applicants Apprenticeship Standard with the timeframe agreed and work with the Employers statutory requirements.PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLEPlease note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visit Gov.UK for further information

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum Grade B / 5 GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics
• Minimum Grade C / 4 GCSE or equivalent in 4 other subjects to include a science based subject

Disposition

Essential

• Flexibility able to cope with different work environments
• Ability to work under pressure/meet tight deadlines whilst delivering high quality work

Experience

Desirable

• Previous background in the practical and theoretical study of engineering

Knowledge

Essential

• An aptitude and interest in the practical and theoretical study of engineering

Desirable

• Have an understanding of relevant health and safety issues

Skills/Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Willing to undertake any necessary training
• Good team player
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Attend college as requested
• Be able to work at height and in confined spaces

Desirable

• Basic skills in the use of IT equipment and packages

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Minimum Grade B / 5 GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics Minimum Grade C / 4 GCSE or equivalent in 4 other subjects to include a science based subject Disposition Essential Flexibility able to cope with different work environments Ability to work under pressure/meet tight deadlines whilst delivering high quality work Experience Desirable Previous background in the practical and theoretical study of engineering Knowledge Essential An aptitude and interest in the practical and theoretical study of engineering Desirable Have an understanding of relevant health and safety issues Skills/Aptitudes Essential Excellent written and oral communication skills Willing to undertake any necessary training Good team player Ability to work on own initiative Attend college as requested Be able to work at height and in confined spaces Desirable Basic skills in the use of IT equipment and packages

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

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are located in the Hillfields area of Coventry. We are looking for an experienced GP practice nurse as our current practice nurse is reducing her hours for partial retirement.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to care for patients in a sympathetic manner. We are in a deprived area with multiple ethnicities and languages.

About us

We are a small GP practice of about 4700 patients located in the City of Coventry Health Centre. We have 3 salaried GPs, nurse, paramedic, clinical pharmacist, physician associate, 2 FCPs and HCA