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Primary Care Network Occupational Therapist
Boston Primary Care Network
North East England
GBP 0 - 21,272 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Boston Primary Care Network (PCN) is made up of six practices situated across Boston, Lincolnshire.
26 day(s) ago
Primary Care Network Occupational Therapist
Boston Primary Care Network
North East England
GBP 0 - 21,272 per year
Activity Therapist
Job summary Boston Primary Care Network (PCN) is made up of six practices situated across Boston, Lincolnshire.
26 day(s) ago
Head of Engineering
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,274 - 73,496 per year
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe with a reputation for high quality patient care, rese...
26 day(s) ago
Head of Engineering
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,274 - 73,496 per year
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe with a reputation for high quality patient care, rese...
26 day(s) ago
Sleep Nurse Associate
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary This is a fixed term maternity cover for 12 months - ending September 2027.
26 day(s) ago
Sleep Nurse Associate
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary This is a fixed term maternity cover for 12 months - ending September 2027.
26 day(s) ago
Salaried GP - 6 sessions
The Oaks Medical Centre
North East England
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary The Oaks Medical Centre and Blackwood Health Centre has a fantastic opportunity for a GP to join its team.
26 day(s) ago
Salaried GP - 6 sessions
The Oaks Medical Centre
North East England
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary The Oaks Medical Centre and Blackwood Health Centre has a fantastic opportunity for a GP to join its team.
26 day(s) ago
Senior IT Procurement Technician
The Christie NHS FT
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Laboratory Technician
Job summary Are you a tech-savvy professional with a passion for procurement and IT support?
26 day(s) ago
Senior IT Procurement Technician
The Christie NHS FT
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Laboratory Technician
Job summary Are you a tech-savvy professional with a passion for procurement and IT support?
26 day(s) ago
Screening Officer
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Are you a customer-focused and self-motivated individual with a passion for getting things right?
26 day(s) ago
Screening Officer
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Are you a customer-focused and self-motivated individual with a passion for getting things right?
26 day(s) ago
Screening Officer
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Are you a customer-focused and self-motivated individual with a passion for getting things right?
26 day(s) ago
Screening Officer
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Are you a customer-focused and self-motivated individual with a passion for getting things right?
26 day(s) ago
B3 Health care assistant
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Endoscopy Assistant Band 3 33 Hours Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Endos...
26 day(s) ago
B3 Health care assistant
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Endoscopy Assistant Band 3 33 Hours Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Endos...
26 day(s) ago
Health and Safety Advisor
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Regulatory Admistrator
Job summary The Health & Safety Advisor will provide competent, professional and practical health and safety advice across the Trust, supporting the delivery...
26 day(s) ago
Health and Safety Advisor
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Regulatory Admistrator
Job summary The Health & Safety Advisor will provide competent, professional and practical health and safety advice across the Trust, supporting the delivery...
26 day(s) ago
Executive Personal Assistant (Chief Medical Officer)
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Medical Specialist
Job summary This is a role for a highly organised and committed Senior Personal Assistant who will provide direct support to the assigned Executive Director(...
26 day(s) ago
Executive Personal Assistant (Chief Medical Officer)
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Medical Specialist
Job summary This is a role for a highly organised and committed Senior Personal Assistant who will provide direct support to the assigned Executive Director(...
26 day(s) ago
Support Medical Secretary Urology
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Support Staff
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Surgery Division for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Urology Admin team...
26 day(s) ago
Support Medical Secretary Urology
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Support Staff
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Surgery Division for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Urology Admin team...
26 day(s) ago
MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST MATERNITY COVER
Meddygfa Padarn Surgery
North East England
GBP 0 - 12 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary To assist the GPs in the provision of the service to patients by facilitating access to the doctor in an organised, efficient and caring manner.
26 day(s) ago
MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST MATERNITY COVER
Meddygfa Padarn Surgery
North East England
GBP 0 - 12 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary To assist the GPs in the provision of the service to patients by facilitating access to the doctor in an organised, efficient and caring manner.
26 day(s) ago
Health Protection Practitioner L1
UK Health Security Agency
North East England
GBP 33,422 - 48,117 per year
Nurse Practitioner
Job summary The post holder will be part of the multi-disciplinary team providing the day-to-day health protection function, including the management of infe...
26 day(s) ago
Health Protection Practitioner L1
UK Health Security Agency
North East England
GBP 33,422 - 48,117 per year
Nurse Practitioner
Job summary The post holder will be part of the multi-disciplinary team providing the day-to-day health protection function, including the management of infe...
26 day(s) ago
Scan 4 Safety Assistant (Oxford Road Campus)
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 31,157 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join a rapidly changing and expanding Scan4Safety team at our forward thinking NHS...
26 day(s) ago
Scan 4 Safety Assistant (Oxford Road Campus)
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 31,157 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join a rapidly changing and expanding Scan4Safety team at our forward thinking NHS...
26 day(s) ago
OD Practitioner
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Nurse Practitioner
Job summary The successful post holder will be an experienced OD generalist and will play a key role in delivering the UHD People Strategy through the design...
26 day(s) ago
OD Practitioner
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Nurse Practitioner
Job summary The successful post holder will be an experienced OD generalist and will play a key role in delivering the UHD People Strategy through the design...
26 day(s) ago
Healthcare Support Worker - Critical Care
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Support Staff
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity in Critical Care at Royal Papworth Hospital with an excellent team of nurses and healthcare support workers provi...
26 day(s) ago
Healthcare Support Worker - Critical Care
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Support Staff
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity in Critical Care at Royal Papworth Hospital with an excellent team of nurses and healthcare support workers provi...
26 day(s) ago
Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist
East Cheshire NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary We are looking to recruit a dynamic Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist to support our Endoscopy Service at East Cheshire NHS Trust.
26 day(s) ago
Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist
East Cheshire NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary We are looking to recruit a dynamic Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist to support our Endoscopy Service at East Cheshire NHS Trust.
26 day(s) ago
Neighbourhood Health Practitioner
GP Healthcare Alliance
North East England
GBP 0 - 51,846 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Shape the Future of Neighbourhood Health Are you an experienced Nurse Prescriber looking for an opportunity to work differently?
26 day(s) ago
Neighbourhood Health Practitioner
GP Healthcare Alliance
North East England
GBP 0 - 51,846 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Shape the Future of Neighbourhood Health Are you an experienced Nurse Prescriber looking for an opportunity to work differently?
26 day(s) ago
Medical Receptionist
Boothstown Medical Centre
North East England
Admin and Clerical
Job summary Boothstown Medical Centre is looking for a friendly, professional and enthusiastic Medical Receptionist to join our busy and supportive team.
26 day(s) ago
Medical Receptionist
Boothstown Medical Centre
North East England
Admin and Clerical
Job summary Boothstown Medical Centre is looking for a friendly, professional and enthusiastic Medical Receptionist to join our busy and supportive team.
26 day(s) ago
Bank - Pharmacy Assistant - Band 2
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 12 per hour
Pharmacist
Job summary Supervised by the senior technician in charge, the post holder will provide support services to the Pharmacy department, including the ordering,...
26 day(s) ago
Bank - Pharmacy Assistant - Band 2
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 12 per hour
Pharmacist
Job summary Supervised by the senior technician in charge, the post holder will provide support services to the Pharmacy department, including the ordering,...
26 day(s) ago
Medical Secretary
Malpas Surgery
North East England
GBP 0 - 12 per year
Support Staff
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Medical Secretary to join our friendly and supportive team at Laurel Bank Sur...
26 day(s) ago
Medical Secretary
Malpas Surgery
North East England
GBP 0 - 12 per year
Support Staff
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Medical Secretary to join our friendly and supportive team at Laurel Bank Sur...
26 day(s) ago
Maternity Ward Clerk - Central Delivery Suite
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary Do you have excellent communication skills? Do you have great attention to detail? Can you work calmly under pressure whilst maintaining a high s...
26 day(s) ago
Maternity Ward Clerk - Central Delivery Suite
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary Do you have excellent communication skills? Do you have great attention to detail? Can you work calmly under pressure whilst maintaining a high s...
26 day(s) ago
Practice Nurse
West View Surgery
North East England
Nurse Practitioner
Job summary West View Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Primary Care Nurse / Practice Nurse to join our friendly, supportive and well establis...
26 day(s) ago
Practice Nurse
West View Surgery
North East England
Nurse Practitioner
Job summary West View Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Primary Care Nurse / Practice Nurse to join our friendly, supportive and well establis...
26 day(s) ago
Medical Education Manager
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Health Worker
Job summary In conjunction with the Director of Medical Education (DME) and Director of Undergraduate Medical Education (DUME), lead the delivery of the medi...
26 day(s) ago
Medical Education Manager
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Health Worker
Job summary In conjunction with the Director of Medical Education (DME) and Director of Undergraduate Medical Education (DUME), lead the delivery of the medi...
26 day(s) ago
Prescription Clerk
Hazeldene House Surgery
North East England
Admin and Clerical
Job summary Responsible to: Lead Dispenser/The Surgery Managers Main purpose of post: To issue repeat medications on behalf of the practice following the sur...
26 day(s) ago
Prescription Clerk
Hazeldene House Surgery
North East England
Admin and Clerical
Job summary Responsible to: Lead Dispenser/The Surgery Managers Main purpose of post: To issue repeat medications on behalf of the practice following the sur...
26 day(s) ago
Primary Care Network Occupational Therapist
Boston Primary Care Network View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327579
Job summary
Boston Primary Care Network (PCN) is made up of six practices situated across Boston, Lincolnshire. With four town and two out of town practices, the PCN serves a population of approximately 77,000 patients.
Boston PCN is a forward thinking organisation that understands the importance of trusted relationships to provide a platform for communication with all parties to ensure the safe, efficient and effective delivery of care to the population.
An exciting opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist to join Boston PCN. The role is a job share with one of our existing experience Occupational Therapists and is for 2 days a week - 7.5 hours per day. The days of work can be negotiated.
This role will focus heavily on working with our older patients living in care homes.
The successful candidate will be joining our Primary Care Wellbeing team working closely with EHCH care co-ordinators, specialist neighbourhood nurse, the acute trust and care homes.
Main duties of the job
This role will focus on:
Assessing and supporting our complex, frail elderly patients, supporting a proactive, patient-centred approach. Supporting our patients to avoid crises and hospital admissions and to stay well in either their own home or care/residential home wherever and whenever possible
Supporting patients with complex health care needs.
Carrying out assessments predominantly in a patient's place of residence
To provide clinically, effective, person-centred and evidence based occupational therapy assessment and intervention to our patients.
To provide support and share information with the relevant surgery staff with regard to occupational therapy interventions
The person in role will also work closely with Practice, PCN/Neighbourhood & Care Home teams to help create and get agreement on a long-term plan for the structure and processes to support the Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings and the ongoing patient case management.
About us
The team at Boston PCN work collaboratively to provide services in addition to those already found in local GP practices. Primary care networks benefit patients by offering improved access and extending the range of services available to them and by helping to integrate primary care with wider health and community services.
Boston Primary Care Network brings together the 6 GP practices in the Boston area, health and care partners, patient organisations and the voluntary sector across Boston.
Boston PCN puts people at the centre of all that we do. We are an inclusive PCN and we challenge the status quo to bring about innovation and real change.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£21,272 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share
Reference number
A3273-26-0004
Job locations
Swineshead Medical Group
Fairfax House 1 Packhorse Lane
Boston
Lincolnshire
PE20 3JE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties:
Take referrals from Care Co-Ordinators, GP Practices and Neighbourhood Team
Assess aids around the house and outdoors to increase/maintain independency
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment plans with the aim of increasing independence to prevent or delay the need for care and support
Work with patients to plan realistic, outcome-focused goals
Effectively manage a caseload of patients as part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) providing specialist and evidence-based assessment and interventions to patients in both a stable and acute phase of their condition, ensuring the physical, psychosocial, behavioural, perceptual, cognitive, sensory and environmental needs of patients are addressed
Utilise specialist knowledge and clinical reasoning to plan and provide clinical interventions in consultation with other colleagues in the MDT and to work in a range of settings as appropriate (eg patient's home or other community setting)
Adopt a patient-centred and sensitive approach to therapy, collaborating with patients (and/or carers where appropriate) in all aspects of the therapy process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, reporting)
Have a good level of knowledge of a variety of conditions including neurological, orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, care of the elderly, respiratory and falls and specialist knowledge of at least one of these areas
Works as part of a multi-disciplinary community team to support patients effectively
To utilise individual and/or group work skills as appropriate in order to achieve therapeutic goals
Engage with community partners enabling patients to access social activities to enhance their health and well-being, and to ensure effective, safe care
Work collaboratively with Social Services and third sector providers
Manage your own caseload and contribute to service development
Assist in the quality and activity monitoring systems to support evaluation of the effectiveness of the service
Assist in the maintenance and development of the Occupational Therapy service for the PCN
Attend practice meetings of the member practices if required, as well as Core Group Meetings (Community MDTs etc)
Attend any training courses and supervision sessions as required
Provide training to the member practices on relevant therapies or interventions if required and as appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties:
Take referrals from Care Co-Ordinators, GP Practices and Neighbourhood Team
Assess aids around the house and outdoors to increase/maintain independency
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment plans with the aim of increasing independence to prevent or delay the need for care and support
Work with patients to plan realistic, outcome-focused goals
Effectively manage a caseload of patients as part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) providing specialist and evidence-based assessment and interventions to patients in both a stable and acute phase of their condition, ensuring the physical, psychosocial, behavioural, perceptual, cognitive, sensory and environmental needs of patients are addressed
Utilise specialist knowledge and clinical reasoning to plan and provide clinical interventions in consultation with other colleagues in the MDT and to work in a range of settings as appropriate (eg patient's home or other community setting)
Adopt a patient-centred and sensitive approach to therapy, collaborating with patients (and/or carers where appropriate) in all aspects of the therapy process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, reporting)
Have a good level of knowledge of a variety of conditions including neurological, orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, care of the elderly, respiratory and falls and specialist knowledge of at least one of these areas
Works as part of a multi-disciplinary community team to support patients effectively
To utilise individual and/or group work skills as appropriate in order to achieve therapeutic goals
Engage with community partners enabling patients to access social activities to enhance their health and well-being, and to ensure effective, safe care
Work collaboratively with Social Services and third sector providers
Manage your own caseload and contribute to service development
Assist in the quality and activity monitoring systems to support evaluation of the effectiveness of the service
Assist in the maintenance and development of the Occupational Therapy service for the PCN
Attend practice meetings of the member practices if required, as well as Core Group Meetings (Community MDTs etc)
Attend any training courses and supervision sessions as required
Provide training to the member practices on relevant therapies or interventions if required and as appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in or pre-reg MSc in Occupational Therapy from a training programme approved by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
- Registered OT with HCPC
- Able to operate at an advanced level of practice
Desirable
- Post-graduate courses relevant to the post
- Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a therapy team and multi-disciplinary team
- Completion of preceptorship
- Experience of working with frail older adults
- Awareness and understanding of HCPS and RCOT standards and other national and local initiatives.
Desirable
- Clinical experience gained in a community/intermediate care setting
- Palliative care
- Complex manual handling skills, knowledge of stand aids, hoists etc.
- Experience of audit
- Presentation skills
- Experience of teaching on in-house sessions to staff and service users
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Understanding of the integration and PCN agendas
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Capacity to concentrate for considerable periods of time during assessment and management of patients and be expected to response immediately to interruptions
- Ability to deal sensitively with patients who may have high levels of anxiety and aggression
- Committed to team and personal development
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and the implications of standard of the NSF for elderly, NICE Clinical Guidance 21 (Falls Prevention) and the RCP
- Falls and Bone Audit
Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Committed to personal and team development
- Committed to person-centred, non-discriminatory practice
Criteria
Essential
- Aware of requirements of confidentiality
- Forward thinking
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to maintain judgement under pressure
- Able to maintain motivation, drive and enthusiasm
- Confident approach
- Flexible approach to work
- Full clean driving licence or ability to travel around the PCN patch to deliver patient care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in or pre-reg MSc in Occupational Therapy from a training programme approved by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
- Registered OT with HCPC
- Able to operate at an advanced level of practice
Desirable
- Post-graduate courses relevant to the post
- Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a therapy team and multi-disciplinary team
- Completion of preceptorship
- Experience of working with frail older adults
- Awareness and understanding of HCPS and RCOT standards and other national and local initiatives.
Desirable
- Clinical experience gained in a community/intermediate care setting
- Palliative care
- Complex manual handling skills, knowledge of stand aids, hoists etc.
- Experience of audit
- Presentation skills
- Experience of teaching on in-house sessions to staff and service users
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Understanding of the integration and PCN agendas
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Capacity to concentrate for considerable periods of time during assessment and management of patients and be expected to response immediately to interruptions
- Ability to deal sensitively with patients who may have high levels of anxiety and aggression
- Committed to team and personal development
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and the implications of standard of the NSF for elderly, NICE Clinical Guidance 21 (Falls Prevention) and the RCP
- Falls and Bone Audit
Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Committed to personal and team development
- Committed to person-centred, non-discriminatory practice
Criteria
Essential
- Aware of requirements of confidentiality
- Forward thinking
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to maintain judgement under pressure
- Able to maintain motivation, drive and enthusiasm
- Confident approach
- Flexible approach to work
- Full clean driving licence or ability to travel around the PCN patch to deliver patient care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Boston Primary Care Network
Address
Swineshead Medical Group
Fairfax House 1 Packhorse Lane
Boston
Lincolnshire
PE20 3JE
United Kingdom
Employer details
Employer name
Boston Primary Care Network
Address
Swineshead Medical Group
Fairfax House 1 Packhorse Lane
Boston
Lincolnshire
PE20 3JE
United Kingdom
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Head of Engineering
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327572
Job summary
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe with a reputation for high quality patient care, research, development and education. The Projects and Estates Department plays an instrumental role within the Trust by managing critical infrastructure, maintenance, and projects across its entire estate which directly impacts on frontline clinical care, cutting edge global research, infection prevention and control and energy efficiency.We have a position within our Estates Department, which provides excellent opportunities to drive improvements in our buildings and infrastructure and manage the delivery of Estates services. We are seeking someone who will find fulfilment from the role knowing that they will be making a real a difference to patients, staff and cancer outcomes on a daily basis and are motivated committed to lifelong learning.We are looking for a committed, highly self-motivated, to join the Estates Team and to take ownership to actively embrace the responsibilities of this post as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification.
Main duties of the job
o Responsible for the operational management of engineering infrastructure and services across the entire London Estate,o Has overall responsibility for ensuring that engineering maintenance, including contract work, is carried out to appropriate standards and specifications compliant with Trust policies and clinical needso Provides expert specialist and professional engineering expertise to other estates staff, directors, senior management of the organisation; may advise external agencieso Undertakes Authorised Person responsibilities in relation to specified engineering plant, building services /elements and systems / infrastructure and manages safe systems.o Providing high level professional engineering leadership and technical management, oversight, strategic direction and operational advice ensuring the optimum delivery of engineering services, projects /works and maintenance
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£66,274 to £73,496 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
282-E1877
Job locations
The Royal Marsden Chelsea
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification
- To be an authority on engineering, operations and maintenance within the department, be a key member of the Projects and Estates Department strategic team. Use excellent concise communication skills to brief senior managers within the department as well as Trust management executive when required. Work to raise the profile and professionalism of the Department and protect it from risks through the role performed and, in all communications, and behaviour.
- To exchange maintenance, technical project-related information with senior managers and directors and negotiate with contractors and suppliers.There is a need for excellent communication skills which will assist the department in gaining the cooperation of others and maintain good relations. Such as using skill and knowledge to discuss, negotiate and agree changes to estates operational delivery or plant /equipment as a result of new /changing infection control requirements. This will include encouraging estates staff to use new equipment or new work practises.
- Develop and manage documentation systems including policies, statutory and mandatory records procedures, registers, logbooks and maintenance records.Responsible for the maintenance and modification of Fire Alarm and Detection Systems ensuring compliance with HTM 05 and Fire code. The existing BMS system is linked to the Energy Management System leading to a complex Environmental Control system. Therefore, the frequent monitoring and diagnoses of problems and faults on the sophisticated systems and relevant equipment is required and the need to formulate solutions and recommendations.Responsible as Authorised Person for LV and Medical Gas Pipeline Systems as defined in HTMs guidance. Provide professional/technical advice and best practice guidance to trade staff for engineering systems and equipment
- The physical skills required for the post are varied. These skills would normally be obtained through practical trade training and experience in the use specialist tools, and equipment. Knowledge and the use of Computer systems are essential. The skills will need to be employed where needs dictate and during urgent and emergency situations
Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification To be an authority on engineering, operations and maintenance within the department, be a key member of the Projects and Estates Department strategic team. Use excellent concise communication skills to brief senior managers within the department as well as Trust management executive when required. Work to raise the profile and professionalism of the Department and protect it from risks through the role performed and, in all communications, and behaviour. To exchange maintenance, technical project-related information with senior managers and directors and negotiate with contractors and suppliers.There is a need for excellent communication skills which will assist the department in gaining the cooperation of others and maintain good relations. Such as using skill and knowledge to discuss, negotiate and agree changes to estates operational delivery or plant /equipment as a result of new /changing infection control requirements. This will include encouraging estates staff to use new equipment or new work practises. Develop and manage documentation systems including policies, statutory and mandatory records procedures, registers, logbooks and maintenance records.Responsible for the maintenance and modification of Fire Alarm and Detection Systems ensuring compliance with HTM 05 and Fire code. The existing BMS system is linked to the Energy Management System leading to a complex Environmental Control system. Therefore, the frequent monitoring and diagnoses of problems and faults on the sophisticated systems and relevant equipment is required and the need to formulate solutions and recommendations.Responsible as Authorised Person for LV and Medical Gas Pipeline Systems as defined in HTMs guidance. Provide professional/technical advice and best practice guidance to trade staff for engineering systems and equipment The physical skills required for the post are varied. These skills would normally be obtained through practical trade training and experience in the use specialist tools, and equipment. Knowledge and the use of Computer systems are essential. The skills will need to be employed where needs dictate and during urgent and emergency situations
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Have previous management experience
- Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent + specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate degree, master's or equivalent level of experience.
Desirable
- Service training
- Additional Hospital Engineering related qualification
Experience
Essential
- Assist patients/clients during incidental contacts Incidental contact with patients
- Responsible for contributing to policy development, implementation for service/ range of policy, service development, department or equivalent Reviews policies for engineering maintenance/ responsible for estates operations policies
- Budget holder for service; responsible for maintenance of physical assets for department/ service Budget holder for estates operations budget; responsible for maintenance of facilities, equipment
- Line management Line manager for engineering operations staff
- Occasional/regular requirement to use computer software to develop or create reports, documents, drawings Uses CAD system for building plans
- Regularly undertakes R&D activity; equipment testing Undertakes estates condition survey; trials of new equipment
- Occasional/ frequent unpleasant conditions/ occasional highly unpleasant conditions Site visits, maintenance activities/ sewage, pest infestation
- Achieving compliance for engineering infrastructure, systems and associated maintenance and service delivery
- Identifying optimum solutions for systems which are suffering from problems caused by a variety or combination of age, inadequate design, poor maintenance, etc
- Experienced with working to deadlines
- Undertaken surveys of engineering infrastructure and buildings
- Experienced in issuing permits to work and practicing safe system of work.
- Experience in emergency preparedness and business continuity planning
Desirable
- Supervision of multi- disciplinary team in Healthcare premises
- Experience of working in a large organisation
- Commercial and Public organisations
Skills Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- Highly complex facts, requiring analysis, interpretation, comparison of range of options Judgements across engineering issues taking into account legislation, H&S, conflicting demands, content of expert advice on operations matters
- Contribute to the formulisation of long-term strategic plans, impact across organisation Contributes to development of long-term strategic estates operations plans to implement organisational objectives for critical services
- Frequent concentration, work pattern unpredictable Concentration for paperwork, drawings; operational incidents
- Occasional distressing or emotional circumstances Deals with staff grievance, disciplinary issues
- Provide & receive complex information; negotiating skills Exchanges maintenance, technical project-related information with specialists, non-specialists, including senior managers, directors; negotiates with contractors, suppliers
- Ability to diagnose faults in complicated engineering and building plant and equipment. Prioritising work and services while managing competing customer expectations within a works budget while also achieving compliance and functional performance
- Demonstratable Effective management and leadership & team building skills
- Sound financial management ability
- Highly effective communications skills with the ability to plan and organise critical infrastructure works with multiple end users and all stakeholders
- Logical and systematic approach to work tasks & solutions
- Decision making under pressure
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Computer literate with current operating system, current office software and computer aided design (CAD), use CAFM software
Desirable
- Self-motivated
- Be able to work within a pressured environment.
- Evidence of self-advancement
- Able to act efficiently taking a 'hands on' role in an emergency
Other Requirements
Essential
- Highly developed physical skills accuracy important; manipulation of fine tools, materials Use of fine tools and equipment
- Sitting, standing, walking/ frequent light effort for several short period's Light physical effort/ working at heights, carrying surveying equipment
- Empathy with Healthcare issues
- Versatile and flexible in approach
- Meets manual handling criteria
- Able to work at heights, adverse conditions i.e., Heat, dirt, and cramped conditions.
- Sympathetic and discreet when working in patient proximities i.e., working in operating theatres, wards and mortuaries.
Desirable
- Work on own initiative
Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Have previous management experience Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent + specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate degree, master's or equivalent level of experience. Desirable Service training Additional Hospital Engineering related qualification Experience Essential Assist patients/clients during incidental contacts Incidental contact with patients Responsible for contributing to policy development, implementation for service/ range of policy, service development, department or equivalent Reviews policies for engineering maintenance/ responsible for estates operations policies Budget holder for service; responsible for maintenance of physical assets for department/ service Budget holder for estates operations budget; responsible for maintenance of facilities, equipment Line management Line manager for engineering operations staff Occasional/regular requirement to use computer software to develop or create reports, documents, drawings Uses CAD system for building plans Regularly undertakes R&D activity; equipment testing Undertakes estates condition survey; trials of new equipment Occasional/ frequent unpleasant conditions/ occasional highly unpleasant conditions Site visits, maintenance activities/ sewage, pest infestation Achieving compliance for engineering infrastructure, systems and associated maintenance and service delivery Identifying optimum solutions for systems which are suffering from problems caused by a variety or combination of age, inadequate design, poor maintenance, etc Experienced with working to deadlines Undertaken surveys of engineering infrastructure and buildings Experienced in issuing permits to work and practicing safe system of work. Experience in emergency preparedness and business continuity planning Desirable Supervision of multi- disciplinary team in Healthcare premises Experience of working in a large organisation Commercial and Public organisations Skills Abilities/Knowledge Essential Highly complex facts, requiring analysis, interpretation, comparison of range of options Judgements across engineering issues taking into account legislation, H&S, conflicting demands, content of expert advice on operations matters Contribute to the formulisation of long-term strategic plans, impact across organisation Contributes to development of long-term strategic estates operations plans to implement organisational objectives for critical services Frequent concentration, work pattern unpredictable Concentration for paperwork, drawings; operational incidents Occasional distressing or emotional circumstances Deals with staff grievance, disciplinary issues Provide & receive complex information; negotiating skills Exchanges maintenance, technical project-related information with specialists, non-specialists, including senior managers, directors; negotiates with contractors, suppliers Ability to diagnose faults in complicated engineering and building plant and equipment. Prioritising work and services while managing competing customer expectations within a works budget while also achieving compliance and functional performance Demonstratable Effective management and leadership & team building skills Sound financial management ability Highly effective communications skills with the ability to plan and organise critical infrastructure works with multiple end users and all stakeholders Logical and systematic approach to work tasks & solutions Decision making under pressure Excellent written and oral communication Computer literate with current operating system, current office software and computer aided design (CAD), use CAFM software Desirable Self-motivated Be able to work within a pressured environment. Evidence of self-advancement Able to act efficiently taking a 'hands on' role in an emergency Other Requirements Essential Highly developed physical skills accuracy important; manipulation of fine tools, materials Use of fine tools and equipment Sitting, standing, walking/ frequent light effort for several short period's Light physical effort/ working at heights, carrying surveying equipment Empathy with Healthcare issues Versatile and flexible in approach Meets manual handling criteria Able to work at heights, adverse conditions i.e., Heat, dirt, and cramped conditions. Sympathetic and discreet when working in patient proximities i.e., working in operating theatres, wards and mortuaries. Desirable Work on own initiative
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Marsden Chelsea
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Marsden Chelsea
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
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Sleep Nurse Associate
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327559
Job summary
This is a fixed term maternity cover for 12 months - ending September 2027.
We are seeking a Band 4 Sleep Nurse Associate to join our team within the Great Western Hospital to cover maternity leave for one year
You will be required to work across three site, GWH, West Swindon and Moredon Medical Centre.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to develop your clinical skills and knowledge within the Sleep Service.
The Sleep Nurse Associate will work under the direction of the Sleep Specialist Nurses, providing specialist nursing care, support, education and advice to patients, their carer and other health care professionals regarding management of their condition.
Main duties of the job
1. With oversight prepare and set up new patients on Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP). This involves patient assessment, explanation of Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and CPAP therapy, mask fitting, trial of CPAP equipment and downloading compliance data.
2. With oversight prepare and assist in the setup of new patients up on Non-invasive ventilation, this also includes explanation into therapy, mask fitting and trial of NIV equipment and downloading Compliance data and taking appropriate action as necessary.
3. To deal with clinical queries from new and long-term CPAP and NIV users over the telephone and by email.
4. To provide Home sleep studies and oximetry on an outpatient basis.
5. To Ensure simple fault remedy, cleaning, and maintenance of recording equipment within the service.
6. To Download home sleep monitoring equipment and ensure cleaned and ready for next patient.
About us
We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.
We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
249-8085193-2
Job locations
Great Western Hospital
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
7. To be able to prepare and set up the sleep recording equipment in the inpatient sleep room.
8. To attend and assist in sleep reporting sessions with the consultant in the absence of the band 6 or 7.
9. Assess patients compliance with treatment and utilise techniques to improve their compliance thus maximising effectiveness of therapy.
10. Maintaining patient records and data bases.
11. Provide professional and specialist Knowledge, advice, and training to medical and nursing staff where appropriate on management of patients requiring CPAP or Non-invasive ventilation.
12. Inpatient visits for patients requiring NIV or mask issues.
13. Take responsibility for, prioritise and manage own workload under appropriate direction.
Please see attached JD for full responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
7. To be able to prepare and set up the sleep recording equipment in the inpatient sleep room.
8. To attend and assist in sleep reporting sessions with the consultant in the absence of the band 6 or 7.
9. Assess patients compliance with treatment and utilise techniques to improve their compliance thus maximising effectiveness of therapy.
10. Maintaining patient records and data bases.
11. Provide professional and specialist Knowledge, advice, and training to medical and nursing staff where appropriate on management of patients requiring CPAP or Non-invasive ventilation.
12. Inpatient visits for patients requiring NIV or mask issues.
13. Take responsibility for, prioritise and manage own workload under appropriate direction.
Please see attached JD for full responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate Foundation Degree qualification,
- Registered Nursing associate on the NMC register
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional developemnet
- Experience of working in Respiratory medicine or acute ward
- Working as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to function as an effective team member
Desirable
- Experience of working in a sleep clinic
- Experience of working in a sleep clinic
- Managing patients with problems (mask and machine)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate Foundation Degree qualification,
- Registered Nursing associate on the NMC register
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional developemnet
- Experience of working in Respiratory medicine or acute ward
- Working as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to function as an effective team member
Desirable
- Experience of working in a sleep clinic
- Experience of working in a sleep clinic
- Managing patients with problems (mask and machine)
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
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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
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Western Hospital
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Western Hospital
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327551
Job summary
The Oaks Medical Centre and Blackwood Health Centre has a fantastic opportunity for a GP to join its team. We are looking for an additional salaried GP to join our team between our 2 surgeries, The Oaks Medical Centre and Blackwood Health Centre.
The Oaks is a forward thinking and progressive organisation with two main objectives, firstly to become an employer of choice that secondly, delivers first class care to its patients.
An excellent package awaits the right candidate which will include flexibility, being part of an incredibly supportive team and with opportunities to develop and progress into a senior role within the practice.
The Practice is now actively encouraging its salaried GP team to not just to get involved, but to assist and lead on projects that achieve our two main business aims highlighted above. Of course, time is given and protected to do this.
It is also worth knowing that in line with our aims to improve staff wellbeing and in acknowledgement of GP workload pressures, the Oaks has very successfully put significant investment into reducing the administrative burden placed on GPs.
Main duties of the job
You will be working as part of a well-functioning team consisting of GPs, ANP's, Paramedics, Nurses, HCA's and big number of back office staff. Each day is led by an experienced on-call GP who's role is purely supervisory, and there to support the whole team.
The Practice, whilst having a family feel to it, also understands the importance of structure, recognition and development for its staff. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to work in a supporting environment with a built in culture of development and progression.
We have sessions available at multiple sites and throughout the week so please don't hesitate to get in touch if you would like to talk about this or anything else.
About us
The Oaks Medical Centre has around 70 employees working across three sites in the Great Barr and Streetly area.
The practice has a great attitude to its staff and as such achieves retention rates far above the industry standard. 'No idea is a bad idea' at The Oaks and as such is a great place for anyone who really wishes to make a difference.
From the daily coffee and catch up meetings for all clinicians to attend, to shared lunch breaks in a lovely purpose built staff room for the whole team, The Oak's focus is its staff first as it is only with happy staff, they we are able to deliver the best patient care possible.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A4814-26-0010
Job locations
199 Shady Lane
Birmingham
B44 9ER
United Kingdom
Chester Road Doctors Surgery
119 Chester Road
Streetly
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B74 2HE
United Kingdom
Blackwood Health Centre
Blackwood Road
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B743PL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will manage a clinical caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, working as part of the practice team, delivering a high standard of clinical care to patients registered and attending the GP practice.
To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will manage a clinical caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, working as part of the practice team, delivering a high standard of clinical care to patients registered and attending the GP practice.
To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with GMC and NHS performers list (with no conditions preventing working or restrictions on practice) and engaged in regular clinical work MRCGP examination or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Minor Surgery
- Joint Injections
Experience
Essential
- Good organisational and IT skills desirable.
- Will have excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to working as part of a team.
- Will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Clear commitment to delivering quality and patient focused services. Record of on-going CPD and learning
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with GMC and NHS performers list (with no conditions preventing working or restrictions on practice) and engaged in regular clinical work MRCGP examination or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Minor Surgery
- Joint Injections
Experience
Essential
- Good organisational and IT skills desirable.
- Will have excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to working as part of a team.
- Will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Clear commitment to delivering quality and patient focused services. Record of on-going CPD and learning
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
The Oaks Medical Centre
Address
199 Shady Lane
Birmingham
B44 9ER
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
The Oaks Medical Centre
Address
199 Shady Lane
Birmingham
B44 9ER
United Kingdom
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327548
Job summary
Are you a tech-savvy professional with a passion for procurement and IT support? The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior IT Procurement Technician to manage end-to-end hardware and software procurement, support technical diagnostics, and contribute to build automation and equipment preparation.This role blends technical expertise with excellent customer service and business awareness. You'll be a key player in ensuring smooth IT operations across the Trust, responding to service requests, managing stock, and supporting remote and on-site deployments.This role is highly visible, and requires a combination of technical ability, customer care skills, and business awareness.The post holder will work on their own initiative but will take advice and guidance from the IT Asset and Procurement Manager, Lead Desktop Support Engineer or the IT Service Delivery Manager if required. You will be expected to develop close working relationships with all members of the Digital Services team.
Main duties of the job
As a Senior IT Procurement Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth delivery and support of IT services across The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Your responsibilities will include:o Manage end-to-end procurement of IT hardware and software, ensuring timely and accurate fulfilment of requests.o Deliver and deploy IT equipment to remote sites, peripheral clinics, and satellite locations.o Prepare and image devices using Microsoft SCCM and Intune, ensuring security and asset tagging is completed before deployment.o Maintain adequate stock levels and oversee replenishment processes, including ordering stock when required.o Respond to service desk tickets and customer requests, providing expert advice on IT hardware and peripherals.o Diagnose and resolve hardware issues, escalating complex problems to relevant teams or third-party support providers.o Monitor devices for failed updates and ensure prompt resolution.o Liaise with the End User Compute team to escalate build-related issues and assist with corporate image changes.o Maintain and update the IT asset database, correcting discrepancies and ensuring accurate records.o Ensure proper disposal and recycling of IT hardware in line with Trust policies.o Record and update resolution details in the ITSM tool, supporting performance reporting and analytics.o Proactively identify recurring incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and contribute to problem management.
About us
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.
We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.
We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year Pro rata, per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
413-110642-DS-SA
Job locations
IT ICT - E00387
Manchester
M20 4BX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To respond and resolve requests assigned from the customers and Service Desk, ensuring a smooth procurement process for both hardware and software requests.
- Provide and deliver hardware / software for remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites.
- Delivery an excellent quality, staff-focused service.
- Provide advice and expertise on all aspects of IT hardware and peripherals used within the trust.
- Liaise with relevant third-party maintenance/support providers, recording and escalating any hardware/software issues as required.
- Deploy all requests for hardware, software and peripherals throughout the trust, ensuring these are deployed in line with Digital SLAs.
- To prepare and image devices using Microsoft SCCM and or Microsoft Intune ready for deployment, including security and asset making of devices.
- To maintain and update the Asset database and correct any discrepancies.
- To ensure adequate stock levels are maintained and stock replenishment is fulfilled.
- To ensure all refuge and waste disposal is carried out where required.
- To ensure all aspects of Hardware Recycling / Disposal is correctly undertaken.
- Liaise with our End User Compute team to ensure that any build related issues are escalated to them.
- To assist with new or changes to the trusts corporate build image.
- Proactively monitor for any devices that have failed updates to ensure these are logged and resolved as soon as possible.
- Update the Service Desk Management System (ITSM Tool) to support the provision of performance statistics.
- Be proactive in the approach to problem management by identifying multiple instances of incidents, researching possible resolutions and in some cases undertake root cause analysis.
- Update and record resolution details in the Service Desk Management software, ensuring that the relevant resolution category and outcome are completed.
- Assign unresolved incidents to the appropriate specialist IT Team/person.
- Communicate with the end user informing them on progress and providing where possible and estimated resolution/delivery time.
- Escalate any major incidents to the IT Service Delivery Manager or Head of Digital Operations and contribute to major incident reviews where appropriate.
- Manage own workload with minimum supervision.
- Contribute to policies, procedures, and protocols for own work area.
- Work autonomously but within departmental procedures.
- Create and maintain technical procedures and training documentation for use by members of the team.
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships within the Digital Services department, key stakeholders, and all Trust departments.
- Participate in personal objective setting and reviews that are in line with strategic objectives.
- Attend all mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust.
Documentation & Continuous Improvement Create and maintain technical procedures and training documentation for team use. Contribute to departmental policies, procedures, and protocols. Participate in IT projects and service improvement initiatives. Attend mandatory training and engage in personal development aligned with Trust objectives. Customer Service & Communication Deliver a high-quality, staff-focused service, keeping end users informed of progress and expected resolution times. Communicate technical issues in a clear, non-technical manner to staff at all levels. Establish and maintain positive working relationships across the Digital Services department and wider Trust.
GENERAL DUTIESPhysical effortThere is a frequent requirement to exert intense physical effort for several short periods during a shift.Mental effortThere is a frequent requirement for prolonged concentration.
Emotional effortExposure to distressing or emotional circumstances is rare.
Working conditionsOccasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions such as cold and noisy air-conditioned Data Centres.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time in the lights of changing circumstances and in consultation with the job holder.
Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To respond and resolve requests assigned from the customers and Service Desk, ensuring a smooth procurement process for both hardware and software requests. Provide and deliver hardware / software for remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites. Delivery an excellent quality, staff-focused service. Provide advice and expertise on all aspects of IT hardware and peripherals used within the trust. Liaise with relevant third-party maintenance/support providers, recording and escalating any hardware/software issues as required. Deploy all requests for hardware, software and peripherals throughout the trust, ensuring these are deployed in line with Digital SLAs. To prepare and image devices using Microsoft SCCM and or Microsoft Intune ready for deployment, including security and asset making of devices. To maintain and update the Asset database and correct any discrepancies. To ensure adequate stock levels are maintained and stock replenishment is fulfilled. To ensure all refuge and waste disposal is carried out where required. To ensure all aspects of Hardware Recycling / Disposal is correctly undertaken. Liaise with our End User Compute team to ensure that any build related issues are escalated to them. To assist with new or changes to the trusts corporate build image. Proactively monitor for any devices that have failed updates to ensure these are logged and resolved as soon as possible. Update the Service Desk Management System (ITSM Tool) to support the provision of performance statistics. Be proactive in the approach to problem management by identifying multiple instances of incidents, researching possible resolutions and in some cases undertake root cause analysis. Update and record resolution details in the Service Desk Management software, ensuring that the relevant resolution category and outcome are completed. Assign unresolved incidents to the appropriate specialist IT Team/person. Communicate with the end user informing them on progress and providing where possible and estimated resolution/delivery time. Escalate any major incidents to the IT Service Delivery Manager or Head of Digital Operations and contribute to major incident reviews where appropriate. Manage own workload with minimum supervision. Contribute to policies, procedures, and protocols for own work area. Work autonomously but within departmental procedures. Create and maintain technical procedures and training documentation for use by members of the team. Establish and maintain positive working relationships within the Digital Services department, key stakeholders, and all Trust departments. Participate in personal objective setting and reviews that are in line with strategic objectives. Attend all mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust. Documentation & Continuous Improvement Create and maintain technical procedures and training documentation for team use. Contribute to departmental policies, procedures, and protocols. Participate in IT projects and service improvement initiatives. Attend mandatory training and engage in personal development aligned with Trust objectives. Customer Service & Communication Deliver a high-quality, staff-focused service, keeping end users informed of progress and expected resolution times. Communicate technical issues in a clear, non-technical manner to staff at all levels. Establish and maintain positive working relationships across the Digital Services department and wider Trust. GENERAL DUTIESPhysical effortThere is a frequent requirement to exert intense physical effort for several short periods during a shift.Mental effortThere is a frequent requirement for prolonged concentration. Emotional effortExposure to distressing or emotional circumstances is rare. Working conditionsOccasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions such as cold and noisy air-conditioned Data Centres. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time in the lights of changing circumstances and in consultation with the job holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent relevant experience.
Desirable
- Higher National Certificate or Diploma in IT, or equivalent experience.
- ITIL Foundation Certificate.
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience in a technical support role, including installation and configuration services.
- Experience supporting Microsoft Office products as well as web-based applications.
- Using and supporting Microsoft Operating systems such as Windows 10 /11.
- Demonstrable user support skills.
- Customer service skills and fault resolution advising on a wide range of IT issues and problems.
- Multi-tasking ability required to deal with multiple incidents awaiting resolution.
- Application, Hardware, and Operating System investigation testing.
- Remote support technologies such as SCCM, Citrix etc
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS organisation.
- Worked in large organisation/busy office.
- Preparation of short written reports.
- Experience of managing small project.
- Experience of Customer Relation Management.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, presentational and interpersonal.
- Advanced keyboard skills.
- Ability to work and make decisions autonomously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate system and technical issues in a non-technical way to a variety of staff at different levels within the organisation.
- Ability to analyse situations / information to identify and resolve a range of problems.
- Plan tasks and activities which may require adjustment due to variable workload / interruptions.
- Ability to use own initiative, coach individuals.
- Able to work to deadlines, prioritise and manage workload in a busy and changing environment.
- Well presented, flexible, positive, resilient, methodical, team player
Desirable
- NHS Clinical Systems and support.
- Ability to think creatively
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent working knowledge of supporting a Microsoft Windows 10 and 11 environments.
- Working knowledge of IT hardware and software in a support context.
- Microsoft Office 2016 onwards.
- Basic network knowledge including LAN, WAN, VPN, VOIP technologies.
- Knowledge and understanding of SLAs & priorities.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the working practices of NHS Trusts.
- Microsoft Office 365.
Values
Essential
- You will demonstrate your values and behaviors mirror those of the Trust
- Professional, calm, and efficient manner.
- Challenges constructively and accepts constructive challenge from others.
- Promotes change and improvement.
Other
Essential
- Office based role with the need for travel to Christie managed sites as necessary.
- Ability to undertake shift working including out-of- hours, weekend, and Public Holidays.
- Ability to carry computer and or move computer equipment around the Trust and to other Christie sites.
- Driving Licence / Car Owner.
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent relevant experience. Desirable Higher National Certificate or Diploma in IT, or equivalent experience. ITIL Foundation Certificate. Experience Essential Recent experience in a technical support role, including installation and configuration services. Experience supporting Microsoft Office products as well as web-based applications. Using and supporting Microsoft Operating systems such as Windows 10 /11. Demonstrable user support skills. Customer service skills and fault resolution advising on a wide range of IT issues and problems. Multi-tasking ability required to deal with multiple incidents awaiting resolution. Application, Hardware, and Operating System investigation testing. Remote support technologies such as SCCM, Citrix etc Desirable Experience of working in an NHS organisation. Worked in large organisation/busy office. Preparation of short written reports. Experience of managing small project. Experience of Customer Relation Management. Skills Essential Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, presentational and interpersonal. Advanced keyboard skills. Ability to work and make decisions autonomously. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate system and technical issues in a non-technical way to a variety of staff at different levels within the organisation. Ability to analyse situations / information to identify and resolve a range of problems. Plan tasks and activities which may require adjustment due to variable workload / interruptions. Ability to use own initiative, coach individuals. Able to work to deadlines, prioritise and manage workload in a busy and changing environment. Well presented, flexible, positive, resilient, methodical, team player Desirable NHS Clinical Systems and support. Ability to think creatively Knowledge Essential Excellent working knowledge of supporting a Microsoft Windows 10 and 11 environments. Working knowledge of IT hardware and software in a support context. Microsoft Office 2016 onwards. Basic network knowledge including LAN, WAN, VPN, VOIP technologies. Knowledge and understanding of SLAs & priorities. Desirable Knowledge of the working practices of NHS Trusts. Microsoft Office 365. Values Essential You will demonstrate your values and behaviors mirror those of the Trust Professional, calm, and efficient manner. Challenges constructively and accepts constructive challenge from others. Promotes change and improvement. Other Essential Office based role with the need for travel to Christie managed sites as necessary. Ability to undertake shift working including out-of- hours, weekend, and Public Holidays. Ability to carry computer and or move computer equipment around the Trust and to other Christie sites. Driving Licence / Car Owner. Desirable Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Christie NHS FT
Address
IT ICT - E00387
Manchester
M20 4BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Address
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M20 4BX
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Screening Officer
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327544
Job summary
Are you a customer-focused and self-motivated individual with a passion for getting things right? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by delivering high quality care to service users.
Due to the implementation of a new IT system, we are looking for a number of enthusiastic Screening Officers to join the CSAS team on a temporary basis. The team of over 100 staff provides a pivotal role in the National Call and Recall service for Cervical Cancer Screening. The Screening Officer is a key role in ensuring that all participants of the programme are called for screening and receive their results
Main duties of the job
This role will be responsible for:
- To co-ordinate and ensure high quality administrative support for the Cervical Screening service within North of England Commissioning Support (NECS).
- The Screening Officer will ensure allocated cases are processed in line with the Work Instructions.
- The Screening Officer will be representing NECS in delivering call and recall provision nationally and will also support the wider aspects of the cervical screening programme e.g. cease and delays; incidents; comms; cytology laboratory results etc.
- The post will involve close working with other colleagues within NECS, NHSE and PHE to support the delivery of a successful service.
- To answer general telephone enquiries from GPs, surgery staff, screening office staff and laboratories and other health care professionals.
- To provide the information needed by members of the Cervical Screening Team to carry out end-to-end processing to allocate CRM work, using the Work Allocation Work Instruction.
About us
At NECS we are very proud to be part of the NHS England family. We are one of the very few truly customer-owned entities within the NHS. We have grown from our roots in the North East to be an NHS business with customers the length and breadth of the UK and further abroad. Our customer base has diversified significantly over this period, and we are now very pleased to be serving NHS providers as well as commissioners, NHSE regions, Local Authorities, General Practices and national NHSE Directorates.
NECS combines specialist skills and expertise with scale and resilience to achieve required results. We combine core NHS values with a sharp focus on customer care and a relentless pursuit of continuous improvement. We very much see ourselves as a key partner in the future success of the healthcare system and we take our share of the responsibility for shaping effective delivery.
Our people are the heart of our organisation. We strive to ensure they feel trusted, valued and empowered. Were passionate about nurturing and developing people. When you join us, we want you to grow, and we offer many opportunities for you to do that as well as an excellent benefits package including generous holidays and pension plus free car parking and access to NHS discounts.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
I9869-CSAS-7978
Job locations
Falcon House
Fulwood Park, Caxton Road
Preston
PR2 9NZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
- To co-ordinate and ensure high quality administrative support for the CervicalScreening service within North of England Commissioning Support (NECS).
- The Screening Officer will ensure allocated cases are processed in line with theStandard Operating Procedures.
- The Screening Officer will be representing NECS in delivering call and recallprovision nationally and will also support the wider aspects of the cervical screeningprogramme e.g. cease and delays; incidents; comms; cytology laboratory results etc.
- The post will involve close working with other colleagues within NECS, NHSE andPHE to support the delivery of a successful service
- To answer general telephone enquiries from GPs, surgery staff, screening officestaff and laboratories and general public
- To provide the information needed by members of the Cervical Screening Team tocarry out end-to-end processing to allocate CRM work, using the Work AllocationSOP.
DIMENSIONS
This role supports the National Cervical Screening Programme and is vital in supportingwomens health and saving lives ensuring that women receive invites/reminders, processestest results by:
- Providing Prior Notification Lists (PNLs) of patients eligible for screening to GPpractices;
- Sending out call and recall letters to patients eligible for cervical screening tests;
- Notifying patients of test results once we receive these from laboratories.
- To assist in the efficient and effective running of the Cervical Screening AdministrationServices (CSAS).
- To maintain the accuracy of clinical and demographic information in a specialised database (The NHS Information Authority National Screening Programmes ExeterSystem) including the upload, processing and validating of large batches of clinicalresults and the resolving of any discrepancies or anomalies in the data in an end to endprocess.
- To prepare quality check and distribute all printed material associated with the CervicalCytology Screening schemes within national and local timescales and auditrequirements. To provide information and advice to users of the scheme including thegeneral public.
KEY RESULT AREAS
The post holder will:
- Contribute daily to the day to day running of the Cervical Screeningprogrammes.
- Allocation of CRM cases (if working on work allocation).
- Daily involvement with high levels of inputting using the screens and analysis ofjobs on systems, preparing and checking large numbers of invitation and resultletters, uploading and checking batches of electronic information including testresults and answering enquiries from users of the scheme some of which aresensitive and or complex which involves some analysis of data and facts.
- To be able reschedule and plan for any day to day adjustments that may berequired to deliver the screening service in line with the daily NHAIS andLablinks contractual deadlines.
- Communicates and processes complex and sensitive information and data relatedto for example notifying patients of test results.
- Contribute regularly to ensuring the screening service is delivered within theservice level agreement adhering to the standard operating procedures (SOPs) to deliver in line with customer expectations.
- Using the CSAS SOPs to ensure all cases are correctly administered and processed using appropriate systems in an end to end process daily.
- Adhocly respond to all telephone enquiries utilising the systems in place andact with initiative in responding to enquiries, complaints, incidents,correspondence and e-mails on behalf of the CSAS.
- Regularly support the Team Managers and Operations Manager in the collationof the reporting requirements for the CSAS in line with the specification.
- Encourages and co-ordinates the sharing of knowledge and lessons learntacross teams and projects to ensure effective working and learning.
- Participate in arrangements for cross cover during periods of annual leave andsickness.
- Assist in the induction of new staff (as a buddy) and staff training as required,participate and be updated in the ongoing technology packages which are/andwill become available.
- Contributes and proposes changes to working practices for the CervicalScreening service.
- Maintain the strictest level of confidentiality at all times.
- Be conversant and comply with the organisations, policies and procedures.
- The Screening Officer will be expected to work on their own initiative withinappropriate occupational guidelines, referring to the Team Manager as necessary.
- Co-ordinate the provision of high quality, professional, responsive and flexibleadministrative support.
- Support the delivery of excellence to customers.
- Carry out any duties as agreed with the Team Manager, commensurate with the grade of the post.
Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSETo co-ordinate and ensure high quality administrative support for the CervicalScreening service within North of England Commissioning Support (NECS).The Screening Officer will ensure allocated cases are processed in line with theStandard Operating Procedures.The Screening Officer will be representing NECS in delivering call and recallprovision nationally and will also support the wider aspects of the cervical screeningprogramme e.g. cease and delays; incidents; comms; cytology laboratory results etc.The post will involve close working with other colleagues within NECS, NHSE andPHE to support the delivery of a successful serviceTo answer general telephone enquiries from GPs, surgery staff, screening officestaff and laboratories and general publicTo provide the information needed by members of the Cervical Screening Team tocarry out end-to-end processing to allocate CRM work, using the Work AllocationSOP.DIMENSIONSThis role supports the National Cervical Screening Programme and is vital in supportingwomens health and saving lives ensuring that women receive invites/reminders, processestest results by:Providing Prior Notification Lists (PNLs) of patients eligible for screening to GPpractices;Sending out call and recall letters to patients eligible for cervical screening tests;Notifying patients of test results once we receive these from laboratories.To assist in the efficient and effective running of the Cervical Screening AdministrationServices (CSAS).To maintain the accuracy of clinical and demographic information in a specialised database (The NHS Information Authority National Screening Programmes ExeterSystem) including the upload, processing and validating of large batches of clinicalresults and the resolving of any discrepancies or anomalies in the data in an end to endprocess.To prepare quality check and distribute all printed material associated with the CervicalCytology Screening schemes within national and local timescales and auditrequirements. To provide information and advice to users of the scheme including thegeneral public.KEY RESULT AREASThe post holder will:Contribute daily to the day to day running of the Cervical Screeningprogrammes.Allocation of CRM cases (if working on work allocation).Daily involvement with high levels of inputting using the screens and analysis ofjobs on systems, preparing and checking large numbers of invitation and resultletters, uploading and checking batches of electronic information including testresults and answering enquiries from users of the scheme some of which aresensitive and or complex which involves some analysis of data and facts.To be able reschedule and plan for any day to day adjustments that may berequired to deliver the screening service in line with the daily NHAIS andLablinks contractual deadlines.Communicates and processes complex and sensitive information and data relatedto for example notifying patients of test results.Contribute regularly to ensuring the screening service is delivered within theservice level agreement adhering to the standard operating procedures (SOPs) to deliver in line with customer expectations.Using the CSAS SOPs to ensure all cases are correctly administered and processed using appropriate systems in an end to end process daily.Adhocly respond to all telephone enquiries utilising the systems in place andact with initiative in responding to enquiries, complaints, incidents,correspondence and e-mails on behalf of the CSAS.Regularly support the Team Managers and Operations Manager in the collationof the reporting requirements for the CSAS in line with the specification.Encourages and co-ordinates the sharing of knowledge and lessons learntacross teams and projects to ensure effective working and learning.Participate in arrangements for cross cover during periods of annual leave andsickness.Assist in the induction of new staff (as a buddy) and staff training as required,participate and be updated in the ongoing technology packages which are/andwill become available.Contributes and proposes changes to working practices for the CervicalScreening service.Maintain the strictest level of confidentiality at all times.Be conversant and comply with the organisations, policies and procedures.The Screening Officer will be expected to work on their own initiative withinappropriate occupational guidelines, referring to the Team Manager as necessary.Co-ordinate the provision of high quality, professional, responsive and flexibleadministrative support.Support the delivery of excellence to customers.Carry out any duties as agreed with the Team Manager, commensurate with the grade of the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education 5 GCSE or equivalent including Mathematics & English or equivalent experience.
- Experience of using Microsoft office systems including Word, Excel.
- Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Experience of using either a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, or other IT systems as a key part of a day-to-day role.
Experience
Essential
- Customer case handling and administrative processing experience in PCS related or other key services where customers and achievement of defined SLAs are important - minimum 1 year.
- Knowledge of relevant administration systems.
- Excellent standard of customer interaction and verbal communication.
- Familiar with working in an office environment.
- Excellent communication skills including an excellent standard of written and spoken English.
- Ability to operate an IT and telephone system (with the appropriate training and support).
- Internal and external customer focus.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Advanced keyboard skills.
- Effective communication skills (oral & written).
- Ability to use initiative and work to demanding deadlines.
- Excellent organisational skills, manage a number of tasks
- at any one time.
Desirable
- Able to organise own workload and prioritise.
- Ability to develop good communication links with management and staff at all levels across the organisation and other agencies.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Takes responsibility for both their individual performance and their contribution to team performance.
- Demonstrates a high level of initiative and common sense in relation to contact handling and resolution of open cases to the satisfaction of customers.
- Work well as part of a team and is responsive to the priorities and direction set by Team and Managers.
- Is willing to challenge and offer up constructive suggestions and feedback.
- Is willing to go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction and operational SLAs are met.
- Deal with information in a discrete and confidential manner.
- Is self-motivated and goal oriented.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education 5 GCSE or equivalent including Mathematics & English or equivalent experience. Experience of using Microsoft office systems including Word, Excel. Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience. Desirable Experience of using either a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, or other IT systems as a key part of a day-to-day role. Experience Essential Customer case handling and administrative processing experience in PCS related or other key services where customers and achievement of defined SLAs are important - minimum 1 year. Knowledge of relevant administration systems. Excellent standard of customer interaction and verbal communication. Familiar with working in an office environment. Excellent communication skills including an excellent standard of written and spoken English. Ability to operate an IT and telephone system (with the appropriate training and support). Internal and external customer focus. Skills and Competencies Essential Advanced keyboard skills. Effective communication skills (oral & written). Ability to use initiative and work to demanding deadlines. Excellent organisational skills, manage a number of tasks at any one time. Desirable Able to organise own workload and prioritise. Ability to develop good communication links with management and staff at all levels across the organisation and other agencies. Other Requirements Essential Takes responsibility for both their individual performance and their contribution to team performance. Demonstrates a high level of initiative and common sense in relation to contact handling and resolution of open cases to the satisfaction of customers. Work well as part of a team and is responsive to the priorities and direction set by Team and Managers. Is willing to challenge and offer up constructive suggestions and feedback. Is willing to go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction and operational SLAs are met. Deal with information in a discrete and confidential manner. Is self-motivated and goal oriented.
Employer details
Employer name
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
Address
Falcon House
Fulwood Park, Caxton Road
Preston
PR2 9NZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
Address
Falcon House
Fulwood Park, Caxton Road
Preston
PR2 9NZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Screening Officer
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327536
Job summary
Are you a customer-focused and self-motivated individual with a passion for getting things right? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by delivering high quality care to service users.
Due to the implementation of a new IT system, we are looking for a number of enthusiastic Screening Officers to join the CSAS team on a temporary basis. The team of over 100 staff provides a pivotal role in the National Call and Recall service for Cervical Cancer Screening. The Screening Officer is a key role in ensuring that all participants of the programme are called for screening and receive their results.
This role is based at the Lister House office in Gildersome, Leeds.
Main duties of the job
This role will be responsible for:
- To co-ordinate and ensure high quality administrative support for the Cervical Screening service within North of England Commissioning Support (NECS).
- The Screening Officer will ensure allocated cases are processed in line with the Work Instructions.
- The Screening Officer will be representing NECS in delivering call and recall provision nationally and will also support the wider aspects of the cervical screening programme e.g. cease and delays; incidents; comms; cytology laboratory results etc.
- The post will involve close working with other colleagues within NECS, NHSE and PHE to support the delivery of a successful service.
- To answer general telephone enquiries from GPs, surgery staff, screening office staff and laboratories and other health care professionals.
- To provide the information needed by members of the Cervical Screening Team to carry out end-to-end processing to allocate CRM work, using the Work Allocation Work Instruction.
About us
At NECS we are very proud to be part of the NHS England family. We are one of the very few truly customer-owned entities within the NHS. We have grown from our roots in the North East to be an NHS business with customers the length and breadth of the UK and further abroad. Our customer base has diversified significantly over this period, and we are now very pleased to be serving NHS providers as well as commissioners, NHSE regions, Local Authorities, General Practices and national NHSE Directorates.
NECS combines specialist skills and expertise with scale and resilience to achieve required results. We combine core NHS values with a sharp focus on customer care and a relentless pursuit of continuous improvement. We very much see ourselves as a key partner in the future success of the healthcare system and we take our share of the responsibility for shaping effective delivery.
Our people are the heart of our organisation. We strive to ensure they feel trusted, valued and empowered. Were passionate about nurturing and developing people. When you join us, we want you to grow, and we offer many opportunities for you to do that as well as an excellent benefits package including generous holidays and pension plus free car parking and access to NHS discounts.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
5 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
I9869-CSAS-7979
Job locations
Lister House, Unit B, Plaza 27
Gelderd Road
Leeds
LS27 7JN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
- To co-ordinate and ensure high quality administrative support for the CervicalScreening service within North of England Commissioning Support (NECS).
- The Screening Officer will ensure allocated cases are processed in line with theStandard Operating Procedures.
- The Screening Officer will be representing NECS in delivering call and recallprovision nationally and will also support the wider aspects of the cervical screeningprogramme e.g. cease and delays; incidents; comms; cytology laboratory results etc.
- The post will involve close working with other colleagues within NECS, NHSE andPHE to support the delivery of a successful service.
- To answer general telephone enquiries from GPs, surgery staff, screening officestaff and laboratories and general publicTo provide the information needed by members of the Cervical Screening Team tocarry out end to end processing to allocate CRM work, using the Work Allocation SOP.
- To provide the information needed by members of the Cervical Screening Team tocarry out end-to-end processing to allocate CRM work, using the Work Allocation SOP.
DIMENSIONS
This role supports the National Cervical Screening Programme and is vital in supportingwomens health and saving lives ensuring that women receive invites/reminders, processestest results by:
- Providing Prior Notification Lists (PNLs) of patients eligible for screening to GPpractices;sending out call and recall letters to patients eligible for cervical screening tests.
- Sending out call and recall letters to patients eligible for cervical screening tests.
- Notifying patients of test results once we receive these from laboratories.
- To assist in the efficient and effective running of the Cervical Screening AdministrationServices (CSAS).
- To maintain the accuracy of clinical and demographic information in a specialised database (The NHS Information Authority National Screening Programmes ExeterSystem) including the upload, processing and validating of large batches of clinicalresults and the resolving of any discrepancies or anomalies in the data in an end to endprocess.
- To prepare quality check and distribute all printed material associated with the CervicalCytology Screening schemes within national and local timescales and auditrequirements.
- To provide information and advice to users of the scheme including thegeneral public.
KEY RESULT AREAS
The post holder will:
- Contribute daily to the day to day running of the Cervical Screeningprogrammes.
- Allocation of CRM cases (if working on work allocation).
- Daily involvement with high levels of inputting using the screens and analysis ofjobs on systems, preparing and checking large numbers of invitation and resultletters, uploading and checking batches of electronic information including testresults and answering enquiries from users of the scheme some of which aresensitive and/or complex which involves some analysis of data and facts.
- To be able reschedule and plan for any day to day adjustments that may berequired to deliver the screening service in line with the daily NHAIS andLablinks contractual deadlines.
- Communicates and processes complex and sensitive information/data relatedto for example notifying patients of test results.
- Contribute regularly to ensuring the screening service is delivered within theservice level agreement adhering to the standard operating procedures (SOPs) to deliver in line with customer expectations.
- Using the CSAS SOPs to ensure all cases are correctly administered and processed using appropriate systems in an end to end process daily.
- Adhocly respond to all telephone enquiries utilising the systems in place andact with initiative in responding to enquiries, complaints, incidents,correspondence and e-mails on behalf of the CSAS.
- Regularly support the Team Managers and Operations Manager in the collationof the reporting requirements for the CSAS in line with the specification.
- Encourages and co-ordinates the sharing of knowledge and lessons learntacross teams and projects to ensure effective working and learning.
- Participate in arrangements for cross cover during periods of annual leave andsickness.
- Assist in the induction of new staff (as a buddy) and staff training as required,participate and be updated in the ongoing technology packages which are/andwill become available.
- Contributes and proposes changes to working practices for the CervicalScreening service.
- Maintain the strictest level of confidentiality at all times.
- Be conversant and comply with the organisations, policies and procedures.
- The Screening Officer will be expected to work on their own initiative withinappropriate occupational guidelines, referring to the Team Manager as necessary.
- Co-ordinate the provision of high quality, professional, responsive and flexibleadministrative support.
- Support the delivery of excellence to customers.
- Carry out any duties as agreed with the Team Manager, commensurate withthe grade of the post.
Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSETo co-ordinate and ensure high quality administrative support for the CervicalScreening service within North of England Commissioning Support (NECS).The Screening Officer will ensure allocated cases are processed in line with theStandard Operating Procedures.The Screening Officer will be representing NECS in delivering call and recallprovision nationally and will also support the wider aspects of the cervical screeningprogramme e.g. cease and delays; incidents; comms; cytology laboratory results etc.The post will involve close working with other colleagues within NECS, NHSE andPHE to support the delivery of a successful service.To answer general telephone enquiries from GPs, surgery staff, screening officestaff and laboratories and general publicTo provide the information needed by members of the Cervical Screening Team tocarry out end to end processing to allocate CRM work, using the Work Allocation SOP.To provide the information needed by members of the Cervical Screening Team tocarry out end-to-end processing to allocate CRM work, using the Work Allocation SOP.DIMENSIONSThis role supports the National Cervical Screening Programme and is vital in supportingwomens health and saving lives ensuring that women receive invites/reminders, processestest results by:Providing Prior Notification Lists (PNLs) of patients eligible for screening to GPpractices;sending out call and recall letters to patients eligible for cervical screening tests.Sending out call and recall letters to patients eligible for cervical screening tests.Notifying patients of test results once we receive these from laboratories.To assist in the efficient and effective running of the Cervical Screening AdministrationServices (CSAS).To maintain the accuracy of clinical and demographic information in a specialised database (The NHS Information Authority National Screening Programmes ExeterSystem) including the upload, processing and validating of large batches of clinicalresults and the resolving of any discrepancies or anomalies in the data in an end to endprocess.To prepare quality check and distribute all printed material associated with the CervicalCytology Screening schemes within national and local timescales and auditrequirements.To provide information and advice to users of the scheme including thegeneral public.KEY RESULT AREASThe post holder will:Contribute daily to the day to day running of the Cervical Screeningprogrammes.Allocation of CRM cases (if working on work allocation).Daily involvement with high levels of inputting using the screens and analysis ofjobs on systems, preparing and checking large numbers of invitation and resultletters, uploading and checking batches of electronic information including testresults and answering enquiries from users of the scheme some of which aresensitive and/or complex which involves some analysis of data and facts.To be able reschedule and plan for any day to day adjustments that may berequired to deliver the screening service in line with the daily NHAIS andLablinks contractual deadlines.Communicates and processes complex and sensitive information/data relatedto for example notifying patients of test results.Contribute regularly to ensuring the screening service is delivered within theservice level agreement adhering to the standard operating procedures (SOPs) to deliver in line with customer expectations.Using the CSAS SOPs to ensure all cases are correctly administered and processed using appropriate systems in an end to end process daily.Adhocly respond to all telephone enquiries utilising the systems in place andact with initiative in responding to enquiries, complaints, incidents,correspondence and e-mails on behalf of the CSAS.Regularly support the Team Managers and Operations Manager in the collationof the reporting requirements for the CSAS in line with the specification.Encourages and co-ordinates the sharing of knowledge and lessons learntacross teams and projects to ensure effective working and learning.Participate in arrangements for cross cover during periods of annual leave andsickness.Assist in the induction of new staff (as a buddy) and staff training as required,participate and be updated in the ongoing technology packages which are/andwill become available.Contributes and proposes changes to working practices for the CervicalScreening service.Maintain the strictest level of confidentiality at all times.Be conversant and comply with the organisations, policies and procedures.The Screening Officer will be expected to work on their own initiative withinappropriate occupational guidelines, referring to the Team Manager as necessary.Co-ordinate the provision of high quality, professional, responsive and flexibleadministrative support.Support the delivery of excellence to customers.Carry out any duties as agreed with the Team Manager, commensurate withthe grade of the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education 5 GCSE or
- equivalent including Mathematics & English or equivalent
- experience.
- Experience of using Microsoft office systems including
- Word, Excel.
- Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Experience of using either a Customer Relationship.
- Management (CRM) system, or other IT systems as a key
- part of a day-to-day role.
Experience
Essential
- Customer case handling and administrative processing.
- Experience in PCS related or other key services where customers and achievement of defined SLAs are important - minimum 1 year.
- Knowledge of relevant administration systems.
- Excellent standard of customer interaction and verbal communication.
- Familiar with working in an office environment.
- Excellent communication skills including an excellent standard of written and spoken English.
- Ability to operate an IT and telephone system (with the
- appropriate training and support).
- Internal and external customer focus.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Advanced keyboard skills.
- Effective communication skills (oral & written).
- Ability to use initiative and work to demanding deadlines.
- Excellent organisational skills, manage a number of tasks
- at any one time.
Desirable
- Able to organise own workload and prioritise.
- Ability to develop good communication links with management and staff at all levels across the organisation and other agencies.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Takes responsibility for both their individual performance and their contribution to team performance.
- Demonstrates a high level of initiative and common sense in relation to contact handling and resolution of open cases to the satisfaction of customers.
- Work well as part of a team and is responsive to the priorities and direction set by Team and Managers.
- Is willing to challenge and offer up constructive suggestions and feedback.
- Is willing to go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction and operational SLAs are met.
- Deal with information in a discrete and confidential manner.
- Is self motivated and goal oriented.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education 5 GCSE or equivalent including Mathematics & English or equivalent experience. Experience of using Microsoft office systems including Word, Excel. Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience. Desirable Experience of using either a Customer Relationship. Management (CRM) system, or other IT systems as a key part of a day-to-day role. Experience Essential Customer case handling and administrative processing. Experience in PCS related or other key services where customers and achievement of defined SLAs are important - minimum 1 year. Knowledge of relevant administration systems. Excellent standard of customer interaction and verbal communication. Familiar with working in an office environment. Excellent communication skills including an excellent standard of written and spoken English. Ability to operate an IT and telephone system (with the appropriate training and support). Internal and external customer focus. Skills and Competencies Essential Advanced keyboard skills. Effective communication skills (oral & written). Ability to use initiative and work to demanding deadlines. Excellent organisational skills, manage a number of tasks at any one time. Desirable Able to organise own workload and prioritise. Ability to develop good communication links with management and staff at all levels across the organisation and other agencies. Other Requirements Essential Takes responsibility for both their individual performance and their contribution to team performance. Demonstrates a high level of initiative and common sense in relation to contact handling and resolution of open cases to the satisfaction of customers. Work well as part of a team and is responsive to the priorities and direction set by Team and Managers. Is willing to challenge and offer up constructive suggestions and feedback. Is willing to go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction and operational SLAs are met. Deal with information in a discrete and confidential manner. Is self motivated and goal oriented.
Employer details
Employer name
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
Address
Lister House, Unit B, Plaza 27
Gelderd Road
Leeds
LS27 7JN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Employer name
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
Address
Lister House, Unit B, Plaza 27
Gelderd Road
Leeds
LS27 7JN
United Kingdom
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https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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B3 Health care assistant
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327514
Job summary
Endoscopy Assistant Band 3
33 Hours
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Endoscopy Unit at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust for three Endoscopy Assistants to join our established and supportive Endoscopy team.
Our Endoscopy Unit is JAG accredited and comprises a three-room Endoscopy suite, delivering both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for a wide range of patients. Along with a preoperative assessment service
The primary purpose of this role is to provide a high-quality, effective service in support of clinical procedures undertaken within the Endoscopy Unit. The successful candidates will be motivated, enthusiastic individuals who are able to work effectively as part of a well-established multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to supporting the day-to-day operation of the service are essential.
Applicants must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to delivering high standards of patient care. We are keen to recruit highly motivated individuals who are dedicated to their professional development and willing to work towards completing an Endoscopy portfolio of evidence. Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided.
Main duties of the job
Band 3 Endoscopy assistant
POST: BAND: 3
REPORTS TO & RESPONSIBLE TO Unit Manager
ACCOUNTABLE TO : Matron
JOB SUMMARY:
To assist qualified nursing staff and consultants to deliver direct/indirect quality clinical care to patients undergoing procedures within the specialty of Endoscopy. Working without direct supervision but within defined limits and competence for the post using own initiative.
Assessment, delivery and recording of direct and indirect care to patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures as delegated by registered nurse/consultant.
Contribute to care of patients in transition from one care setting to another. Work within defined limits and competence whilst using own initiative with remote supervision by the sister or other registered nurse.
The primary focus of this role is to provide an effective and high quality services in relation to the specified clinical procedures within the Endoscopy service. This involves undertaking a range of clinical procedures where there is a requirement to have knowledge of the procedure, and due to the nature of the procedure being undertaken, a requirement to have a knowledge of how to deal with related non-routine activities, such as dealing with complications, answering questions, or monitoring progress during/following the procedure.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
245-ACS3ENDO-09-26
Job locations
Endoscopy Unit
Hartshead south Fountain street
manchester
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
SECTION 1- MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist individual patients with all care needs within department under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse or other registered professional.
Contribute to the ongoing support of patients and their relatives during their time in the department and during transition to other care environments.
Provide assistance and support of patients during long and potentially difficult procedures for e.g. Colonoscopies and ERCPS which require monitoring the condition/progress of the patient during the procedure.
Assist with obtaining, transmitting and storing information related to the delivery of a care service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
SECTION 1- MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist individual patients with all care needs within department under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse or other registered professional.
Contribute to the ongoing support of patients and their relatives during their time in the department and during transition to other care environments.
Provide assistance and support of patients during long and potentially difficult procedures for e.g. Colonoscopies and ERCPS which require monitoring the condition/progress of the patient during the procedure.
Assist with obtaining, transmitting and storing information related to the delivery of a care service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 study in a health care related subject/NVQ level 3
Desirable
- Knowledge of JAG/GRS
Experience
Essential
- Portfolio of evidence showing achievements in nursing patients with varied health care problems.
- Working in a hospital environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in Endoscopy.
- Gin portfolio
Knowledge of Endoscopy procedures.
Essential
- Knowledge of Endoscopy procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 study in a health care related subject/NVQ level 3
Desirable
- Knowledge of JAG/GRS
Experience
Essential
- Portfolio of evidence showing achievements in nursing patients with varied health care problems.
- Working in a hospital environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in Endoscopy.
- Gin portfolio
Knowledge of Endoscopy procedures.
Essential
- Knowledge of Endoscopy procedures.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Endoscopy Unit
Hartshead south Fountain street
manchester
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Endoscopy Unit
Hartshead south Fountain street
manchester
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
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https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Health and Safety Advisor
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327501
Job summary
The Health & Safety Advisor will provide competent, professional and practical health and safety advice across the Trust, supporting the delivery of a safe environment for staff, patients, visitors and contractors. The postholder will work closely with clinical and corporate services to ensure health and safety risks are identified, assessed, controlled and effectively managed in accordance with UK legislation, HSE guidance, NHS requirements and Trust policies.
Main duties of the job
- Provide competent health and safety advice to managers and staff across the Trust.
- Undertake and support risk assessments, including COSHH, violence and aggression, DSE and other workplace risks.
- Investigate accidents, incidents and identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
- Monitor compliance with health and safety legislation, HSE guidance,
- Conduct health and safety inspections and audits.
- Advise managers on appropriate risk controls and monitor actions t.
- Provide specialist COSHH advice.
- Support the management of violence and aggression, slips, trips and falls, manual handling and other occupational risks.
- Assess and support RIDDOR reporting.
- Deliver health and safety training.
- Work collaboratively with Occupational Health, IPC, Estates & Facilities, Security, and other specialist teams.
- Promote a proactive health and safety culture, learning from incidents.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, HSE guidance and NHS requirements.
Key Skills and Attributes
- Sound knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and HSE guidance.
- Experience in risk assessment, auditing and incident investigation.
- Ability to analyse risks and provide practical solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Confidence working with staff at all levels, including senior managers.
- Commitment to CPD and promoting a positive health and safety culture.
About us
Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum plus HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
197-RF8688
Job locations
University Hospital Lewisham
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Health & Safety Advisor will provide competent, professional and practical health and safety advice across the Trust, supporting the delivery of a safe environment for staff, patients, visitors and contractors. The postholder will work closely with clinical and corporate services to ensure health and safety risks are identified, assessed, controlled and effectively managed in accordance with UK legislation, HSE guidance, NHS requirements and Trust policies.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide competent health and safety advice and guidance to managers and staff across clinical and non-clinical areas.
- Undertake, review and advise on workplace risk assessments, including COSHH, violence and aggression, manual handling, slips/trips/falls, DSE and other occupational risks.
- Support managers in identifying appropriate risk control measures and monitor actions through to completion.
- Conduct health and safety inspections, audits and compliance assessments, producing clear reports and recommendations.
- Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences, identifying immediate, underlying and root causes and recommending preventative actions.
- Assist with the assessment and reporting of RIDDOR incidents and maintain appropriate records.
- Provide specialist advice on COSHH, including chemical storage, exposure controls, Safety Data Sheets, PPE and emergency arrangements.
- Support the management of violence and aggression, workplace violence, occupational health risks, hazardous substances and other workplace hazards.
- Provide advice on the selection and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protective equipment (RPE).
- Develop, review and contribute to health and safety policies, procedures, guidance and risk assessment templates.
- Deliver or support the delivery of health and safety training, awareness sessions and staff briefings.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise managers on their implications for Trust services.
- Work collaboratively with Occupational Health, Infection Prevention and Control, Estates & Facilities, Security, HR, Procurement and other specialist teams to manage workplace risks.
- Promote a positive and proactive health and safety culture, encouraging learning from incidents and sharing good practice.
- Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, audits, incidents, inspections and action plans, ensuring information is current and traceable.
- Monitor departmental compliance with health and safety requirements and escalate significant risks or areas of non-compliance appropriately.
- Prepare reports, statistical information and performance data for the Health & Safety Team, relevant committees and senior management.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Trust's Health & Safety Management System.
- Participate in Trust projects, service developments and changes to ensure health and safety considerations are incorporated at an early stage.
- Provide advice on contractor and construction-related health and safety matters where appropriate, including review of relevant risk assessments and safe systems of work.
- Support managers following significant incidents and assist with identifying and implementing lessons learned and preventative measures.
- Undertake workplace visits and provide practical advice to resolve health and safety concerns.
- Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development (CPD) and remain informed of current NHS, HSE and industry best practice.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and role as required by the Head of Health & Safety.
Key Accountability
The postholder will be expected to identify significant health and safety risks, provide proportionate and evidence-based advice, challenge unsafe practices where necessary, and support managers to fulfil their health and safety responsibilities. The role will contribute to continuous improvement in health and safety performance and the protection of staff, patients and others affected by Trust activities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Health & Safety Advisor will provide competent, professional and practical health and safety advice across the Trust, supporting the delivery of a safe environment for staff, patients, visitors and contractors. The postholder will work closely with clinical and corporate services to ensure health and safety risks are identified, assessed, controlled and effectively managed in accordance with UK legislation, HSE guidance, NHS requirements and Trust policies.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide competent health and safety advice and guidance to managers and staff across clinical and non-clinical areas.
- Undertake, review and advise on workplace risk assessments, including COSHH, violence and aggression, manual handling, slips/trips/falls, DSE and other occupational risks.
- Support managers in identifying appropriate risk control measures and monitor actions through to completion.
- Conduct health and safety inspections, audits and compliance assessments, producing clear reports and recommendations.
- Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences, identifying immediate, underlying and root causes and recommending preventative actions.
- Assist with the assessment and reporting of RIDDOR incidents and maintain appropriate records.
- Provide specialist advice on COSHH, including chemical storage, exposure controls, Safety Data Sheets, PPE and emergency arrangements.
- Support the management of violence and aggression, workplace violence, occupational health risks, hazardous substances and other workplace hazards.
- Provide advice on the selection and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protective equipment (RPE).
- Develop, review and contribute to health and safety policies, procedures, guidance and risk assessment templates.
- Deliver or support the delivery of health and safety training, awareness sessions and staff briefings.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise managers on their implications for Trust services.
- Work collaboratively with Occupational Health, Infection Prevention and Control, Estates & Facilities, Security, HR, Procurement and other specialist teams to manage workplace risks.
- Promote a positive and proactive health and safety culture, encouraging learning from incidents and sharing good practice.
- Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, audits, incidents, inspections and action plans, ensuring information is current and traceable.
- Monitor departmental compliance with health and safety requirements and escalate significant risks or areas of non-compliance appropriately.
- Prepare reports, statistical information and performance data for the Health & Safety Team, relevant committees and senior management.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Trust's Health & Safety Management System.
- Participate in Trust projects, service developments and changes to ensure health and safety considerations are incorporated at an early stage.
- Provide advice on contractor and construction-related health and safety matters where appropriate, including review of relevant risk assessments and safe systems of work.
- Support managers following significant incidents and assist with identifying and implementing lessons learned and preventative measures.
- Undertake workplace visits and provide practical advice to resolve health and safety concerns.
- Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development (CPD) and remain informed of current NHS, HSE and industry best practice.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and role as required by the Head of Health & Safety.
Key Accountability
The postholder will be expected to identify significant health and safety risks, provide proportionate and evidence-based advice, challenge unsafe practices where necessary, and support managers to fulfil their health and safety responsibilities. The role will contribute to continuous improvement in health and safety performance and the protection of staff, patients and others affected by Trust activities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nebosh Diploma or working towards or equivalent
- Masters or equivalent experience/knowledge.
- Relevant professional qualifications at Diploma level or above E.g.: NEBOSH Diploma Parts 1&2 in Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent. Membership of a professional body (e.g.: IOSH/ BSC/ CIMOSH)
Desirable
- Teaching/training qualification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience working in a healthcare setting with exposure to standard setting and use of a risk register.
- Substantial prior experience In a senior Health and Safety Advisory role in a large, complex organisation
- Experience in training/teaching in Health and Safety
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to formulate, plan, develop, organise and implement a broad range of complex activities across the Trust, including adapting and adjusting to deal with uncertainty, as necessary: oe.g.: improving Trust performance with mandatory training in health and safety subjects.
- Excellent self and time management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nebosh Diploma or working towards or equivalent
- Masters or equivalent experience/knowledge.
- Relevant professional qualifications at Diploma level or above E.g.: NEBOSH Diploma Parts 1&2 in Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent. Membership of a professional body (e.g.: IOSH/ BSC/ CIMOSH)
Desirable
- Teaching/training qualification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience working in a healthcare setting with exposure to standard setting and use of a risk register.
- Substantial prior experience In a senior Health and Safety Advisory role in a large, complex organisation
- Experience in training/teaching in Health and Safety
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to formulate, plan, develop, organise and implement a broad range of complex activities across the Trust, including adapting and adjusting to deal with uncertainty, as necessary: oe.g.: improving Trust performance with mandatory training in health and safety subjects.
- Excellent self and time management
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Lewisham
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Lewisham
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Executive Personal Assistant (Chief Medical Officer)
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327500
Job summary
This is a role for a highly organised and committed Senior Personal Assistant who will provide direct support to the assigned Executive Director(s)/Senior Lead(s) (Chief Medical Officer and Senior Team). This role offers the opportunity to be involved in interesting, complex, and high-profile work across the organisation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing multiple pressures to allow the Executive Director/Senior Lead to focus on their priorities and maximize their time delivering against their objectives. They will be a highly motivated, proactive and experienced personal assistant willing to grow their networks and build new relationships to deliver expert support. They will also be a team player, with excellent communication skills, representing the trust values and behaviours at all times
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible for supporting the Executive Director(s)/Senior Lead(s) (Chief Medical Officer and Senior Team) to deliver their various responsibilities across the breadth of their remit. Although this will vary on a day-to-day basis, and with the specifics of the executive portfolio, but such responsibilities will include:
Providing a high standard of personal assistance, secretarial and general administrative support.
Enabling efficient operation of their portfolios whilst always ensuring the utmost professionalism and confidentiality.
Effective planning, organisation and communication skills, including responsibility for pro-active and responsive daily management of diaries, meeting preparation, pre-briefing and follow-up, appropriately responding to emails and phone calls, and other matters as required.
Using initiative and excellent organisation and presentation skills to respond to project and other preparation and planning tasks as required by the Executive Director(s) / Senior Lead(s) in the efficient execution of their role.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Details
Date posted
21 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum plus HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
197-RF8689
Job locations
University Hospital Lewisham
Lewisham High Street
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Part of this fast-paced role will require the post holder to be an effective communication link between a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
The post holder will be expected to adopt a flexible approach to suit the variable and developing workload within the corporate areas supported.
The post holder will be required to work at all Trust main sites, with flexibility to co-locate with Directors/Senior teams as needed in a fluid way throughout the working week.
The post holder will be required to demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to work independently using high levels of discretion, judgement and critical analysis while balancing the competing priorities of the Executive Director(s)/Senior Lead(s) that they support.
Effectively balance the competing demands on the time of the Executive Director/Senior Lead that they support and actively provide highly effective and adaptable administrative support tailored to their needs and portfolio.
Expertise and commitment to working and engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders on a range of issues to ensure the effective engagement of the Executive Director/ Senior lead and organisation/trust.
Present a professional, welcoming and helpful image to staff, other organisations and the public at all times and via all methods of communication.
Be aware of the complex, potentially contentious and highly sensitive environment in which the Executive Directors and their Senior Leads operate to ensure the effective and appropriate use of their time through prioritising appointments, dealing with matters and actions liaising with staff, both internal and external.
Nurture key relationships and monitor networks internally and externally.
Develop and maintain close collaboration and co-operation with the wider Executive Team and their Senior Leads, working at all times to achieve set standards.
Ensure all communication is dealt with in a timely, efficient manner and that deadlines are met, taking action, where appropriate, in the absence of the Senior Leads.
Produce correspondence, reports, and complete projects as required to a high standard and to agreed deadlines, with due respect for confidentiality and corporate style.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Part of this fast-paced role will require the post holder to be an effective communication link between a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
The post holder will be expected to adopt a flexible approach to suit the variable and developing workload within the corporate areas supported.
The post holder will be required to work at all Trust main sites, with flexibility to co-locate with Directors/Senior teams as needed in a fluid way throughout the working week.
The post holder will be required to demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to work independently using high levels of discretion, judgement and critical analysis while balancing the competing priorities of the Executive Director(s)/Senior Lead(s) that they support.
Effectively balance the competing demands on the time of the Executive Director/Senior Lead that they support and actively provide highly effective and adaptable administrative support tailored to their needs and portfolio.
Expertise and commitment to working and engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders on a range of issues to ensure the effective engagement of the Executive Director/ Senior lead and organisation/trust.
Present a professional, welcoming and helpful image to staff, other organisations and the public at all times and via all methods of communication.
Be aware of the complex, potentially contentious and highly sensitive environment in which the Executive Directors and their Senior Leads operate to ensure the effective and appropriate use of their time through prioritising appointments, dealing with matters and actions liaising with staff, both internal and external.
Nurture key relationships and monitor networks internally and externally.
Develop and maintain close collaboration and co-operation with the wider Executive Team and their Senior Leads, working at all times to achieve set standards.
Ensure all communication is dealt with in a timely, efficient manner and that deadlines are met, taking action, where appropriate, in the absence of the Senior Leads.
Produce correspondence, reports, and complete projects as required to a high standard and to agreed deadlines, with due respect for confidentiality and corporate style.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree or equivalent experience relevant to this post.
- Recent substantial experience of working as a PA at Director/Deputy level.
- Experience of coordinating multiple tasks with competing demands simultaneously.
- Experience of working to very tight deadlines.
- Experience of servicing and taking minutes at high level Committee meetings.
Experience
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex issues and work effectively with a wide range of staff at all levels of seniority.
- Highly developed problem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands.
- Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with AI tools used in administrative settings
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and champion digital solutions within the team.
- Strong judgement in balancing automation with the need for human oversight in sensitive or complex matters
- Ability to provide and receive sensitive or sometimes contentious information.
- Skills for communication on complex, matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
- Work proactively with a high degree of autonomy and on own initiative.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels using e-mail, telephone or face to face
- Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive issues with tact
- Attention to detail and able to see tasks through to completion
- Advanced and accurate keyboard skills for producing reports, spreadsheets and correspondence etc
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the department
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree or equivalent experience relevant to this post.
- Recent substantial experience of working as a PA at Director/Deputy level.
- Experience of coordinating multiple tasks with competing demands simultaneously.
- Experience of working to very tight deadlines.
- Experience of servicing and taking minutes at high level Committee meetings.
Experience
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex issues and work effectively with a wide range of staff at all levels of seniority.
- Highly developed problem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands.
- Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with AI tools used in administrative settings
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and champion digital solutions within the team.
- Strong judgement in balancing automation with the need for human oversight in sensitive or complex matters
- Ability to provide and receive sensitive or sometimes contentious information.
- Skills for communication on complex, matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
- Work proactively with a high degree of autonomy and on own initiative.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels using e-mail, telephone or face to face
- Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive issues with tact
- Attention to detail and able to see tasks through to completion
- Advanced and accurate keyboard skills for producing reports, spreadsheets and correspondence etc
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the department
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
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Lewisham
Lewisham High Street
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Lewisham
Lewisham High Street
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Support Medical Secretary Urology
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327494
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Surgery Division for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Urology Admin team at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals, as a Support Medical Secretary working 37.5 hours per week.
We are looking for a conscientious and adaptable person to work within the service. As part of the team, you will be helping to provide an efficient and comprehensive secretarial service to the Consultants, Specialty Registrars and nursing teams within Urology. Experience of providing administrative support is essential.
Previous experience in a healthcare setting would be advantageous, however, full training will be given on our in-house IT systems and processes.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, the ability to work on their own initiative as well as part pf a team along with an ability to prioritise and problem solve. The role would ideally suit candidates who wish to embark on a career in healthcare administration and are keen to learn.
Main duties of the job
To provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to the Consultants and Senior medical staff within the urology Directorate.
To prioritise workload as appropriate and to familiarize his / herself with all aspects of office procedures in order to facilitate the day to day running of the office.
To type Urology clinical staff correspondence, e.g. transcribe digital dictation.
To generate operation notes and letters, discharge summaries and other official correspondence, including self-generated non-routine correspondence if required.
To deal with day-to-day incoming mail according to the office policy, assigning priority and/or taking any necessary action without reference to consultant staff if necessary.
To assist in the management of waiting lists by :-
Ensuring that patient details are entered correctly onto waiting lists.
Ensuring information on the patient administration system is up to date at all times.
Ensuring medical records are made available to the relevant departments.
To observe absolute confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of your work.
To participate in the collection and transmission of information to enable the Directorate to meet its objectives.
To undertake any other duties as required by the Directorate Support Manager in accordance with the needs of the service.
About us
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester
Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.
Being open and honest
Ensuring people feel cared for
Showing respect to everyone
We are committed to developing a culture of continuous improvement by embedding the principles of our Improvement System.
We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.
DBS Checks and Costs
Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9365-26-0470-S3
Job locations
Charles Hastings Way
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR5 1DD
United Kingdom
The Alexandra Hospital
Woodrow Drive
REDDITCH
Worcestershire
B98 7UB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Post Title: Support Medical Secretary
Pay Band: 3
Hours: 37.5
Contract: Fixed term
Location / Department: Urology
Accountable to: Directorate Support Officer
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: Directorate Management team, Consultant medical staff & CNS, medical secretaries, receptionists, ward clerks, ward and departmental staff
External: Patients / Carers, General Practices, other providers
Risk Assessment:
Works with display screen equipment for prolonged periods.
Involves manual handling activities.
Sitting for prolonged periods
Job Purpose:
To provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to the Consultants and Senior medical staff
Key Duties:
To provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to the Consultants and Senior medical staff within the urology Directorate.
To prioritise workload as appropriate and to familiarize his / herself with all aspects of office procedures in order to facilitate the day to day running of the office.
To type Urology clinical staff correspondence, e.g. transcribe digital dictation.
To generate operation notes and letters, discharge summaries and other official correspondence, including self-generated non-routine correspondence if required.
To deal with day-to-day incoming mail according to the office policy, assigning priority and/or taking any necessary action without reference to consultant staff if necessary.
To assist in the management of waiting lists by :-
Ensuring that patient details are entered correctly onto waiting lists.
Liaising with admissions office staff to ensure patients are sent for to come into hospital.
Ensuring information on the patient administration system is up to date at all times.
Ensuring medical records are made available to the relevant departments.
To assist with the validation of patients awaiting outpatient and inpatient attendance.
To be familiar with the requirement for the recording of patient details in relation to the 18 week pathway.
To be familiar with the National and Local 18 week initiative / objectives / requirements.
To be familiar with the National Cancer targets & local best practice pathways.
To book appointments for clinic & diagnostic procedures.
To maintain patients records and track notes electronically in a manner acceptable to the trust.
To ensure that patients case notes are maintained in good order, including appropriate filing of results and correspondence.
To be responsible for the monitoring of investigation dates and results and bringing these to the attention of the relevant Consultant.
To observe absolute confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of your work.
To participate in the collection and transmission of information to enable the Directorate to meet its objectives.
To familiarize his / herself with the Trust Information Systems and any changes in the facility of the systems.
To undertake any other duties as required by the Directorate Support Manager in accordance with the needs of the service.
Vision and Values:
The Trust aims to provide local services for local people. It has developed its vision to reflect this commitment.
To continue to be the major provider of acute/specialist services for the people of Worcestershire (and wider) with a strong reputation for providing outstanding, high quality, reliable, accessible and integrated healthcare for local people
Job description
Job responsibilities
Post Title: Support Medical Secretary
Pay Band: 3
Hours: 37.5
Contract: Fixed term
Location / Department: Urology
Accountable to: Directorate Support Officer
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: Directorate Management team, Consultant medical staff & CNS, medical secretaries, receptionists, ward clerks, ward and departmental staff
External: Patients / Carers, General Practices, other providers
Risk Assessment:
Works with display screen equipment for prolonged periods.
Involves manual handling activities.
Sitting for prolonged periods
Job Purpose:
To provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to the Consultants and Senior medical staff
Key Duties:
To provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to the Consultants and Senior medical staff within the urology Directorate.
To prioritise workload as appropriate and to familiarize his / herself with all aspects of office procedures in order to facilitate the day to day running of the office.
To type Urology clinical staff correspondence, e.g. transcribe digital dictation.
To generate operation notes and letters, discharge summaries and other official correspondence, including self-generated non-routine correspondence if required.
To deal with day-to-day incoming mail according to the office policy, assigning priority and/or taking any necessary action without reference to consultant staff if necessary.
To assist in the management of waiting lists by :-
Ensuring that patient details are entered correctly onto waiting lists.
Liaising with admissions office staff to ensure patients are sent for to come into hospital.
Ensuring information on the patient administration system is up to date at all times.
Ensuring medical records are made available to the relevant departments.
To assist with the validation of patients awaiting outpatient and inpatient attendance.
To be familiar with the requirement for the recording of patient details in relation to the 18 week pathway.
To be familiar with the National and Local 18 week initiative / objectives / requirements.
To be familiar with the National Cancer targets & local best practice pathways.
To book appointments for clinic & diagnostic procedures.
To maintain patients records and track notes electronically in a manner acceptable to the trust.
To ensure that patients case notes are maintained in good order, including appropriate filing of results and correspondence.
To be responsible for the monitoring of investigation dates and results and bringing these to the attention of the relevant Consultant.
To observe absolute confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of your work.
To participate in the collection and transmission of information to enable the Directorate to meet its objectives.
To familiarize his / herself with the Trust Information Systems and any changes in the facility of the systems.
To undertake any other duties as required by the Directorate Support Manager in accordance with the needs of the service.
Vision and Values:
The Trust aims to provide local services for local people. It has developed its vision to reflect this commitment.
To continue to be the major provider of acute/specialist services for the people of Worcestershire (and wider) with a strong reputation for providing outstanding, high quality, reliable, accessible and integrated healthcare for local people
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous medical secretarial / hospital experience
- Previous experience working in a busy office
- Previous experience of dealing with members of the public
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS systems
- Working knowledge of PAS / Bluespier / CLIP
Skills / Knowledge
Essential
- Self-reliant, ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good computer skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Good telephone skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good organisational skills
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent
Desirable
- AMSPAR qualification or working towards AMSPAR medical terminology qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous medical secretarial / hospital experience
- Previous experience working in a busy office
- Previous experience of dealing with members of the public
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS systems
- Working knowledge of PAS / Bluespier / CLIP
Skills / Knowledge
Essential
- Self-reliant, ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good computer skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Good telephone skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good organisational skills
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent
Desirable
- AMSPAR qualification or working towards AMSPAR medical terminology qualification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Charles Hastings Way
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR5 1DD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.worcsacute.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Charles Hastings Way
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR5 1DD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.worcsacute.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327493
Job summary
To assist the GPs in the provision of the service to patients by facilitating access to the doctor in an organised, efficient and caring manner. To provide efficient and organised administrative support in reception in line with practice requirements and guidelines.andTo input data onto the practice database.
Provide reception desk duties as required Booking patients when they arrive, directing them to appropriate rooms, making appointments
Deal with any telephone enquiries in a respectful and friendly manner, ensuring correct details are recorded and forwarded to relevant personnel
Relay messages and home visits to appropriate staff/GP
Maintain an accurate filing system
Convey results to patients
Photocopy documentation for patients or GP
Deal with all enquiries (from patient, hospital or another surgery) in a sympathetic and confidential manner
Act as chaperone if requested
Issue receipt for any money collected eg for vaccinations or medicals
Assist at student registration
Keep reception area tidy
Follow practice protocol for changing addresses
Ensure records of deducted patients sent to SSP weekly
Register new patients
Copy patient records as and when required as directed by Practice Manager.
Act as point of contact for queries from the SSP.
Print off full patient reports and medication as and when required.
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Main duties of the job
To assist the GPs in the provision of the service to patients by facilitating access to the doctor in an organised, efficient and caring manner. To provide efficient and organised administrative support in reception in line with practice requirements and guidelines.AndTo input data onto the practice database.
Provide reception desk duties as required Booking patients when they arrive, directing them to appropriate rooms, making appointments
Deal with any telephone enquiries in a respectful and friendly manner, ensuring correct details are recorded and forwarded to relevant personnel
Relay messages and home visits to appropriate staff/GP
Maintain an accurate filing system
Convey results to patients
Photocopy documentation for patients or GP
Deal with all enquiries (from patient, hospital or another surgery) in a sympathetic and confidential manner
Act as chaperone if requested
Issue receipt for any money collected eg for vaccinations or medicals
Assist at student registration
Keep reception area tidy
Follow practice protocol for changing addresses
Ensure records of deducted patients sent to SSP weekly
Register new patients
Copy patient records as and when required as directed by Practice Manager.
Act as point of contact for queries from the SSP.
Print off full patient reports and medication as and when required.
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
About us
We are a friendly, happy training practice
We have 5 GP partners, a wonderful nursing team and fabulous admin and reception team.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.80 an hour
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A5613-26-0003
Job locations
Penglais Road
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 3DU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the GPs in the provision of the service to patients by facilitating access to the doctor in an organised, efficient and caring manner. To provide efficient and organised administrative support in reception in line with practice requirements and guidelines.AndTo input data onto the practice database.
Provide reception desk duties as required Booking patients when they arrive, directing them to appropriate rooms, making appointments
Deal with any telephone enquiries in a respectful and friendly manner, ensuring correct details are recorded and forwarded to relevant personnel
Relay messages and home visits to appropriate staff/GP
Maintain an accurate filing system
Convey results to patients
Photocopy documentation for patients or GP
Deal with all enquiries (from patient, hospital or another surgery) in a sympathetic and confidential manner
Act as chaperone if requested
Issue receipt for any money collected eg for vaccinations or medicals
Assist at student registration
Keep reception area tidy
Follow practice protocol for changing addresses
Ensure records of deducted patients sent to SSP weekly
Register new patients
Copy patient records as and when required as directed by Practice Manager.
Act as point of contact for queries from the SSP.
Print off full patient reports and medication as and when required.
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Job description Job responsibilities To assist the GPs in the provision of the service to patients by facilitating access to the doctor in an organised, efficient and caring manner. To provide efficient and organised administrative support in reception in line with practice requirements and guidelines.AndTo input data onto the practice database.Provide reception desk duties as required Booking patients when they arrive, directing them to appropriate rooms, making appointmentsDeal with any telephone enquiries in a respectful and friendly manner, ensuring correct details are recorded and forwarded to relevant personnelRelay messages and home visits to appropriate staff/GPMaintain an accurate filing systemConvey results to patientsPhotocopy documentation for patients or GPDeal with all enquiries (from patient, hospital or another surgery) in a sympathetic and confidential mannerAct as chaperone if requestedIssue receipt for any money collected eg for vaccinations or medicalsAssist at student registrationKeep reception area tidyFollow practice protocol for changing addressesEnsure records of deducted patients sent to SSP weeklyRegister new patientsCopy patient records as and when required as directed by Practice Manager.Act as point of contact for queries from the SSP.Print off full patient reports and medication as and when required.Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience desirable
Desirable
- Experience working in a GP surgery would be desirable but full training given.
Person Specification Experience Essential Experience desirable Desirable Experience working in a GP surgery would be desirable but full training given.
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
Meddygfa Padarn Surgery
Address
Penglais Road
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 3DU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.padarn.wales.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Meddygfa Padarn Surgery
Address
Penglais Road
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 3DU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.padarn.wales.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327492
Job summary
The post holder will be part of the multi-disciplinary team providing the day-to-day health protection function, including the management of infectious and environmental hazards and supporting response to major incidents. The post is an entry level Health Protection development post and as such will develop specialist knowledge and skills to undertake case management, liaise with, and provide health protection advice and response across a range of partner organisations, professionals and the public. The post holder will undergo a programme of on-going development and education to build on existing knowledge and develop skills to provide specialist health protection advice and meet competencies required to undertake the role. When competence has been established they will contribute to the out-of-hours on-call service.
There are two posts available within this recruitment.
Main duties of the job
- Under supervision, contribute to the day to day running of the acute response function to ensure highquality, safe and effective delivery of the health protection service.
- Provide first point of contact for specialist knowledge, support and advice to health professionals on health protection matters.
- Undertake initial assessment and management of routine acute response work and non-complex incidents.
- Escalate and refer challenging or complex incidents and outbreaks of infectious diseases and non-infectious environmental hazards to senior manager asappropriate.
- Manage and carry out continuing responsibility for a caseload ensuring accurate, up to date records of contacts/action by completion of relevant records andcompliance with team handover procedures, in line with UKHSA's standards for record keeping.
- To utilise an evidence based approach to manage clinical/professional advice and discussions within the team, seeking senior advice as/when appropriate.
- Support and participate in the team's formal case review process.
- Contribute to and where required lead under supervision the ongoing longer term management of issues relevant to a defined geographical area.
- Contribute to the UKHSA response during incidents in line with UKHSAs Emergency Planning andResilience Response (EPRR) arrangements as part of the region's responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act.
- May be required to participate in a local on call rota at regional level as required.
About us
We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.
UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.
Please visit our careers site for more information https://gov.uk/ukhsa/careers
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£33,422 to £48,117 a year Civil Service (£33,422-40,731) AfC (£39,959-48,117) pa, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
919-CA-306723-EXT
Job locations
Bristol or Totnes
Bristol / Totnes
BS1 6EH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking a Health Protection Practitioner (AfCBand6 nurse or HEO civil servant)
- Candidates holding NMC registration will be appointed on NHS Terms & Conditions at NHSAfCBand 6 : (min £39,959- max 48,117 per annum pro rata)
- Candidates without NMC registration will be appointed on Civil Service Terms and Conditions at HEO grade : (min £33,422- max 40,731 per annum , pro rata)
SURVEILLANCE
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective systems for the surveillance of communicable disease and environmental hazards
- Contribute to the use of surveillance outputs to inform and influence local and national Public Health actions, policies and strategies
- Support identification and reporting of health needs, health inequalities and health impact assessment
PARTNERSHIP WORKING
- Through activities delegated and supported by line management, contribute to the development of effective relationships with a range of individuals and stakeholders.
- With support and guidance from line management, may sometimes deal with difficult and/or conflicting subject matter problems in day to day work load.
RESEARCH, TEACHING AND TRAINING
- Contribute to research activity to complement the health protection evidence base
- Contribute to the development and delivery of teaching resources and activities across a range of audiences with support from senior manager as appropriate
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
- To act as role model adhering to team professional standards
- Contribute to the development of policies and protocols for a wide range of health protection issues
- Contribute to and undertake audit as part of a wider programme of quality/service improvement activity
- Undertake projects on defined areas of work as agreed with the line manager
- Contribute to specified quality improvement and governance initiatives as agreed
- Ensure compliance with all confidentiality and governance requirements within the team
- Proactively contribute to wider organisational development
- Contribute to the strategic work of the locality/patch based health protection team and deputise where appropriate
- Contribute pro-actively to the development and testing of the regions business continuity plan
OTHER DUTIES
The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by your line manager
The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of UKHSA Regions
COMMUNICATION AND KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Will develop working relationships and communicate regularly with a wide range of individuals, clinical and non-clinical, internal and external to UKHSA
Essentialrolecriteria :
- First degree (Health Related e.g. environmental health, biomedical science, public health) or equivalent experience, e.g. in laboratory [ Civil Service terms and conditions ]
- Registered Nurse with NMC registration[ AfC terms and conditions ]
- Working towards registration withan appropriate healthor science related professional body [ Civil Service terms and conditions ]
- Experience as a practitioner in a Health related field( e.g. Nursing, Environmental Health, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health)
- An understanding of and ability to work under the current Health and Social Care Act (e.g.safe guardingvulnerable adults; data protection, information governance)
- Proven experience in the establishment and maintenance of good relationships with managers,staffand external contracts
- Effective verbal and written communication skills including report writing and presentations
- Ability to work independently, manage and prioritise own workload and cope with competing demands
- Ability to problem solve whilst working in an unpredictable environment, often under pressure and to tight timescales
- Ability to analyse, interpret and relay information accurately
- Ability to analyse and interpret information in an effective mannerto recommendan appropriate courseof action to address the issue(s)
- An awareness of Quality and Governance frameworks
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, and Excel
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and committed to self-development
- Anunderstandingof and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day-to-day working practices, and in relation to management systems
Desirablerolecriteria:
- Experience of building and developing effective stakeholder relationships
- Experience of working in community settings and with health care providers
- Experience of risk management and associated reporting
- Knowledge of the principles of health protection
- Experience of supporting/assistingthe development and delivery of presentations,trainingand/or education
Selection ProcessDetails
This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications,knowledgeand experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria.
Stage 1: Application &Sift
You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listedessential criteria, and this will be in the form of a:
- Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application)
- 1,500 word Supporting Statement
This should outline how you consider your skills, experienceand knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria
HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1,500 your supporting statement should be within this limit. We will not consider any words overthis.
This should outline how you consider your skills, experienceand knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your CV. Please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible) Please do not email us your CV.
Longlisting:
In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewilllonglist into 3 piles of:
- Meets all essential criteria
- Meets some essential criteria
- Meets no essential criteria
If used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting.
Shortlisting:
In the event ofa large number ofapplications we may conductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of:
- AfC: Registered General Nurse with NMC registration
- CS: First degree (Health Related e.g. environmental health, biomedical science, public health) or equivalent experience e.g. laboratory
- Experience as a practitioner in a Health related field( e.g. Nursing, Environmental Health, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health)
Desirable criteria may be usedin the event ofa large number ofapplications/successful candidates.
If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment
Feedback will not be provided at this stage
Stage 2: Interview
You will be invited to a (single) face to face interview. If face to face interviewsareplanned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview
Knowledge, Experience, Skills & Abilities will be tested at interview
There will be a 5-10 minute Presentation at the start of your interview. The subject of the presentation will be " What are 3 challenges for health protection in the future"
Interviews dates to be confirmed
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Eligibility Criteria - External
Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants)
Location - Bristol or Totnes Supporting Hub
This role is being offered as hybrid working based at supporting hub in Bristol or Totnes. We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month)working at our office.
Security Clearance Level Requirement
Successful candidates must pass aenhanceddisclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed isBasic Personnel Security Standard
Salary Information
If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary.
Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.
- Candidates holding NMC registration will be appointed on NHS Terms & Conditions at NHSAfCBand 6 : (min £39,959- max 48,117 per annum pro rata)
- Candidates without NMC registration will be appointed on Civil Service Terms and Conditions at HEO grade : (min £33,422- max 40,731 per annum , pro rata)
Job description Job responsibilities We are seeking a Health Protection Practitioner (AfCBand6 nurse or HEO civil servant) Candidates holding NMC registration will be appointed on NHS Terms & Conditions at NHSAfCBand 6 : (min £39,959- max 48,117 per annum pro rata) Candidates without NMC registration will be appointed on Civil Service Terms and Conditions at HEO grade : (min £33,422- max 40,731 per annum , pro rata) SURVEILLANCE Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective systems for the surveillance of communicable disease and environmental hazards Contribute to the use of surveillance outputs to inform and influence local and national Public Health actions, policies and strategies Support identification and reporting of health needs, health inequalities and health impact assessment PARTNERSHIP WORKING Through activities delegated and supported by line management, contribute to the development of effective relationships with a range of individuals and stakeholders. With support and guidance from line management, may sometimes deal with difficult and/or conflicting subject matter problems in day to day work load. RESEARCH, TEACHING AND TRAINING Contribute to research activity to complement the health protection evidence base Contribute to the development and delivery of teaching resources and activities across a range of audiences with support from senior manager as appropriate MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP To act as role model adhering to team professional standards Contribute to the development of policies and protocols for a wide range of health protection issues Contribute to and undertake audit as part of a wider programme of quality/service improvement activity Undertake projects on defined areas of work as agreed with the line manager Contribute to specified quality improvement and governance initiatives as agreed Ensure compliance with all confidentiality and governance requirements within the team Proactively contribute to wider organisational development Contribute to the strategic work of the locality/patch based health protection team and deputise where appropriate Contribute pro-actively to the development and testing of the regions business continuity plan OTHER DUTIES The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by your line manager The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of UKHSA Regions COMMUNICATION AND KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Will develop working relationships and communicate regularly with a wide range of individuals, clinical and non-clinical, internal and external to UKHSA Essentialrolecriteria : First degree (Health Related e.g. environmental health, biomedical science, public health) or equivalent experience, e.g. in laboratory [ Civil Service terms and conditions ] Registered Nurse with NMC registration[ AfC terms and conditions ] Working towards registration withan appropriate healthor science related professional body [ Civil Service terms and conditions ] Experience as a practitioner in a Health related field( e.g. Nursing, Environmental Health, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health) An understanding of and ability to work under the current Health and Social Care Act (e.g.safe guardingvulnerable adults; data protection, information governance) Proven experience in the establishment and maintenance of good relationships with managers,staffand external contracts Effective verbal and written communication skills including report writing and presentations Ability to work independently, manage and prioritise own workload and cope with competing demands Ability to problem solve whilst working in an unpredictable environment, often under pressure and to tight timescales Ability to analyse, interpret and relay information accurately Ability to analyse and interpret information in an effective mannerto recommendan appropriate courseof action to address the issue(s) An awareness of Quality and Governance frameworks Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, and Excel Evidence of ongoing CPD and committed to self-development Anunderstandingof and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day-to-day working practices, and in relation to management systems Desirablerolecriteria: Experience of building and developing effective stakeholder relationships Experience of working in community settings and with health care providers Experience of risk management and associated reporting Knowledge of the principles of health protection Experience of supporting/assistingthe development and delivery of presentations,trainingand/or education Selection ProcessDetails This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications,knowledgeand experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria. Stage 1: Application &Sift You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listedessential criteria, and this will be in the form of a: Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1,500 word Supporting Statement This should outline how you consider your skills, experienceand knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1,500 your supporting statement should be within this limit. We will not consider any words overthis. This should outline how you consider your skills, experienceand knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your CV. Please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible) Please do not email us your CV. Longlisting: In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewilllonglist into 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria If used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting. Shortlisting: In the event ofa large number ofapplications we may conductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of: AfC: Registered General Nurse with NMC registration CS: First degree (Health Related e.g. environmental health, biomedical science, public health) or equivalent experience e.g. laboratory Experience as a practitioner in a Health related field( e.g. Nursing, Environmental Health, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health) Desirable criteria may be usedin the event ofa large number ofapplications/successful candidates. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment Feedback will not be provided at this stage Stage 2: Interview You will be invited to a (single) face to face interview. If face to face interviewsareplanned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview Knowledge, Experience, Skills & Abilities will be tested at interview There will be a 5-10 minute Presentation at the start of your interview. The subject of the presentation will be " What are 3 challenges for health protection in the future" Interviews dates to be confirmed Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Eligibility Criteria - External Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants) Location - Bristol or Totnes Supporting Hub This role is being offered as hybrid working based at supporting hub in Bristol or Totnes. We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month)working at our office. Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass aenhanceddisclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed isBasic Personnel Security Standard Salary Information If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms. Candidates holding NMC registration will be appointed on NHS Terms & Conditions at NHSAfCBand 6 : (min £39,959- max 48,117 per annum pro rata) Candidates without NMC registration will be appointed on Civil Service Terms and Conditions at HEO grade : (min £33,422- max 40,731 per annum , pro rata)
Person Specification
Application form and Supporting Statement
Essential
- Application form and Supporting Statement
Essential Criteria
Essential
- Questions on experience, knowledge and skills
Presentation
Essential
- Presentation
Person Specification Application form and Supporting Statement Essential Application form and Supporting Statement Essential Criteria Essential Questions on experience, knowledge and skills Presentation Essential Presentation
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
UK Health Security Agency
Address
Bristol or Totnes
Bristol / Totnes
BS1 6EH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)
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Employer name
UK Health Security Agency
Address
Bristol or Totnes
Bristol / Totnes
BS1 6EH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)
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Scan 4 Safety Assistant (Oxford Road Campus)
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327480
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join a rapidly changing and expanding Scan4Safety team at our forward thinking NHS Trust. This is a progressive role within a dynamic Scan4Safety team. Successful candidates will be appointed at Band 3 with a clear pathway to Band 4 upon meeting defined performance and development criteria.
We are a leading integrated health, teaching, research and innovation campus in the thriving city region of Manchester. We offer a unique range of services to the North West, treating and managing the simplest to the most complex conditions and diseases. Indeed, we treat more than a million patients every year and we are home to hundreds of world-class staff, each committed to being the very best at what we do.
This is a multi site service with locations at Trafford, Oxford Road, Wythenshawe & North Manchester.
We are looking for an individual who is keen to learn about Scan 4 Safety and Procurement in the healthcare sector; someone who is able to methodically deal with information and data and translate that into fantastic customer service. You will need to be strong willed, numerate and a great communicator with a close eye for detail.
Our Mission
"To implement standardisation & rationalisation, using leading technologies to provide best practice and cost efficiencies to our NHS Trust.
Going beyond the boundaries of materials management to deliver a service that adapts and excels in the ever changing healthcare environment.
Main duties of the job
To implement and maintain service standards across key departments and wards, undertaking the day to day ordering activity on behalf of the customer, in line with agreed protocols.
To be responsible for ensuring that customer's requirements are always met in the most cost effective way possible, ensuring continuity of supplies.
Carrying out quarterly reviews with appropriate ward/departmental leads, using system information to illustrate spending patterns, identify and agree all products and stock levels with the customer, monitor usage and activity patterns and place timely and accurate orders to maintain agreed levels.
Regular customer contact to ensure stock levels and the range of products held are regularly reviewed, reflect activity and are updated in agreement with the customer.
Assist in value for money studies to contribute to savings set targets and regularly reports spend/saving activity.
Receive, check and put away all deliveries. Ensuring that items are rotated, stored in the correct location and the store areas are left tidy.
Process and monitor discrepancies ensuring that returns and credits are processed appropriately.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £31,157 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
349-COR-7813992-RL4
Job locations
Oxford Road Campus, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
The Boulevard
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.
Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.
What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:
Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.
Who Needs a DBS Check
Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.
The Costs for a DBS
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.
For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december
DBS Update Service
Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.
Job description Job responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of basic education or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Studying for CIPS, CILT, Supply Chain & Logistics or other related qualification
Experience
Essential
- Working knowledge of recognised Electronic Materials Management systems
- Understanding of Scan 4 Safety and GS1 initiatives.
- Experience of a customer services related department or similar environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a local NHS Supplies Department.
- Demonstrable understanding of medical stock management.
- Understanding of simple purchasing activity.
- Previous experience of working in a team environment.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Essential
- Customer care Communication and interpersonal skills.
- Literate, numerate, accurate
- Good analytical skills
- Organisational skills
- Computer literate
- Flexible approach
Desirable
- NHS or Public sector experience
- Presentation skills
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of basic education or equivalent experience Desirable Studying for CIPS, CILT, Supply Chain & Logistics or other related qualification Experience Essential Working knowledge of recognised Electronic Materials Management systems Understanding of Scan 4 Safety and GS1 initiatives. Experience of a customer services related department or similar environment. Desirable Previous experience in a local NHS Supplies Department. Demonstrable understanding of medical stock management. Understanding of simple purchasing activity. Previous experience of working in a team environment. Skills and Personal Attributes Essential Customer care Communication and interpersonal skills. Literate, numerate, accurate Good analytical skills Organisational skills Computer literate Flexible approach Desirable NHS or Public sector experience Presentation skills
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Oxford Road Campus, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
The Boulevard
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Oxford Road Campus, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
The Boulevard
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
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OD Practitioner
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327471
Job summary
The successful post holder will be an experienced OD generalist and will play a key role in delivering the UHD People Strategy through the design and implementation of a broad range of OD interventions. This will include supporting organisational development, culture, leadership, team effectiveness and engagement initiatives.
You will be responsible for leading on OD projects working with the many stakeholders within our organisation and regional and national partners. The OD Practitioner is a core member of the Organisational Development Team. As a consultant you will provide professional advice and expertise to ensure interventions are designed to maximise organisational efficiency, value staff and improve patient outcomes. The role requires previous experience of co-ordinating and managing OD projects; delivering interventions in a complex organisation and facilitation within an Acute Hospitalenvironment or similar healthcare setting.
You will be a self-motivated, proactive, creative, hands-on and collaborative individual with an interest in building relationships at every level withinthe organisation and with external partners.
Interview: 6th October
Main duties of the job
- The OD Practitioner will be the lead for one of the key work streams within the OD Plan as directed by the UHD People Strategy; this will have a whole organisational impact and application, requiring engagement with internal and external stakeholders and forumsincluding; Culture & Engagement, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Leadership, Talent Managementand Team Integration.
- The OD Practitioner willplay a key role in the successful delivery of the trust strategies and key people objectives with the aim to develop a compassionate, inclusive culture at UHD, where staff feel valued, supported, involved, engaged and have a sense of belonging.
- The ODPractitioner will be influential in making UHDa great placeto work where morale is high, working collaboratively with staff and acting on their feedback.
- The OD Practitioner is a core member of theOrganisational Development Team. As a consultant they will provide professional advice andexpertiseto ensure interventions are designed to maximise organisational efficiency, value staff and improve patient outcomes.
- The post holder will be expected to handle highly confidential and sometimes contentious and sensitive information and be free to act on their own initiative.
About us
UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.
AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
153-CO06453-A
Job locations
Yeomans House
Yeomans Way
Bournemouth
BH8 0BJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The OD Practitioner will play a key role in the successful delivery of the trust strategies and key people objectives with the aim to develop a compassionate, inclusive culture at UHD, where staff feel valued, supported, involved, engaged and have a sense ofbelonging.
- As part of the team, create a culture of organisational development and learning across the Trust by providing expert advice and support for organisational development improvement projects based on national/local best practice, legislation, guidance and recommendations, designed to meet the objectives of the Trust.
- To lead on the research, design and development of training programmes and workshops and other educational approaches in supportof the OD work streams.
- To manage functions such as the Culture Champions, including any new recruitment, development and their on-going role in engagement and decision making in the Trust.To critically observe progress of culture and behaviour strategies in action to provide and influence future change with the Board.
- To work in partnership with Care Groups, Directorates and individual teams to provide a specialist internal OD consultancy and to develop the capacity and capability of managers to undertake OD activities within their area of responsibility.
- To introduce and design a range of tools and methodologies which support OD and leadership development and compliment quality improvement; embedding best practice across the Trust.
Job description Job responsibilities The OD Practitioner will play a key role in the successful delivery of the trust strategies and key people objectives with the aim to develop a compassionate, inclusive culture at UHD, where staff feel valued, supported, involved, engaged and have a sense ofbelonging. As part of the team, create a culture of organisational development and learning across the Trust by providing expert advice and support for organisational development improvement projects based on national/local best practice, legislation, guidance and recommendations, designed to meet the objectives of the Trust. To lead on the research, design and development of training programmes and workshops and other educational approaches in supportof the OD work streams. To manage functions such as the Culture Champions, including any new recruitment, development and their on-going role in engagement and decision making in the Trust.To critically observe progress of culture and behaviour strategies in action to provide and influence future change with the Board. To work in partnership with Care Groups, Directorates and individual teams to provide a specialist internal OD consultancy and to develop the capacity and capability of managers to undertake OD activities within their area of responsibility. To introduce and design a range of tools and methodologies which support OD and leadership development and compliment quality improvement; embedding best practice across the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant post graduate or masters level qualification or combination of qualifications and experience or recent relevant experience to masters level
- Notably within an Organisational Development or Leadership & Management discipline
- Facilitation within an Acute Hospital environment or similar healthcare setting
Desirable
- MBTI Step 1 & 2 practitioner
- ILM 5 award in Coaching & Mentoring (or equivalent)
- TED (Team Engagement & Development) Practitioner
- CIPD qualification
- Belbin Team Roles Practitioner
- FIRO-B Practitioner
- Programme or project management experience and or qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of designing and delivering a range of OD interventions to deliver improved outcomes.
- Working in a project management, or change management environment.
- Evidence of successful development and implementation of cultural change initiatives to achieve improved outcomes.
- Experience of writing and presenting Board reports, and designing development activities.
- Experience of working with staff at all levels to communicate, engage with, and listen to views.
Desirable
- Within an NHS acute hospital or similar environment
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability to diagnose and contract using the OD cycle
- Competent team and individual coach
- Ability to source internal and external data sources, analysis of data to support projects and report writing
- Well-developed IT skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent numerical, verbal and critical reasoning
- Facilitation and presentation skills
- Proven team worker with the ability to motivate colleagues and staff
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to respond effectively to multiple priorities
- Ability to influence across a broad range of stakeholders.
- Able to deal with conflict proactively
- Ability to coach others to find their own solutions
- Innovative, with the ability to "think differently" and challenge current behaviours and mind-sets
- Open to new ideas & change and actively promotes new ways of working
- Resilience to keep focused and positive for others
- Professional, credible and tactful
- Ability to act autonomously with specific guidelines
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable understanding of culture in a complex organisation.
- Up to date knowledge of key current issues in organisational development both at a strategic and local level
Desirable
- Understanding complexity of culture in an Acute Hospital
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant post graduate or masters level qualification or combination of qualifications and experience or recent relevant experience to masters level Notably within an Organisational Development or Leadership & Management discipline Facilitation within an Acute Hospital environment or similar healthcare setting Desirable MBTI Step 1 & 2 practitioner ILM 5 award in Coaching & Mentoring (or equivalent) TED (Team Engagement & Development) Practitioner CIPD qualification Belbin Team Roles Practitioner FIRO-B Practitioner Programme or project management experience and or qualification Experience Essential Experience of designing and delivering a range of OD interventions to deliver improved outcomes. Working in a project management, or change management environment. Evidence of successful development and implementation of cultural change initiatives to achieve improved outcomes. Experience of writing and presenting Board reports, and designing development activities. Experience of working with staff at all levels to communicate, engage with, and listen to views. Desirable Within an NHS acute hospital or similar environment Skills Essential Proven ability to diagnose and contract using the OD cycle Competent team and individual coach Ability to source internal and external data sources, analysis of data to support projects and report writing Well-developed IT skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent numerical, verbal and critical reasoning Facilitation and presentation skills Proven team worker with the ability to motivate colleagues and staff Excellent organizational skills with the ability to respond effectively to multiple priorities Ability to influence across a broad range of stakeholders. Able to deal with conflict proactively Ability to coach others to find their own solutions Innovative, with the ability to "think differently" and challenge current behaviours and mind-sets Open to new ideas & change and actively promotes new ways of working Resilience to keep focused and positive for others Professional, credible and tactful Ability to act autonomously with specific guidelines Knowledge Essential Demonstrable understanding of culture in a complex organisation. Up to date knowledge of key current issues in organisational development both at a strategic and local level Desirable Understanding complexity of culture in an Acute Hospital
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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
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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 Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeomans House
Yeomans Way
Bournemouth
BH8 0BJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeomans House
Yeomans Way
Bournemouth
BH8 0BJ
United Kingdom
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Healthcare Support Worker - Critical Care
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327466
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity in Critical Care at Royal Papworth Hospital with an excellent team of nurses and healthcare support workers providing expert care to patients and their families.
We are looking for resilient, highly motivated and compassionate individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment join our large multi-disciplinary team. You will be involved in providing highly specialised care to critically unwell patients with complex nursing care needs. This includes supporting with transfers, collection of blood products, moving and handling procedures, assisting with extubating and chest drain removal as just a small sample of what is required in this interesting and varied role.
To support you in your career development we have a dedicated Critical Care Education team committed to supporting you. You will be expected to complete the Care Certificate if not already in possession supported by the clinical Education team. You will then commence the Critical Care Healthcare support worker competencies including supportive and assistive levels. To support your development in Critical Care you will be given supernumerary support, study days and our dedicated Critical Care Education Senior Healthcare Support worker will be there through every step of your journey with us.
Main duties of the job
As part of your role, you would be:
If you are a well organised, team player and able to deal with ever changing priorities then we would love to hear from you. As part of our team, we would expect you to be able to effectively multitask and ensure all infection control risks were managed effectively. We pride ourselves on delivering high quality patient care which is enhanced through good and clear communication and team working.
Whilst you may have experience in a care or hospital setting you may not have completed your Care Certificate, which is essential for this role. If so we would still like you to apply and if offered a post you will be employed initially on a band 2 salary, pay step 1 but on completion of the Care Certificate (generally within 12-16 weeks) you would move to the Band 3 salary, pay step 1
About us
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's leading heart and lung hospital, delivering care to more than 50,000 patients a year in its new state-of-the-art hospital in Cambridge. We perform the most heart and/or lung transplants in the UK and carried out the UK's first successful heart transplant in 1979. It also offers emergency heart attack treatment, sleep centre care and is one of just five centres nationally for those in severe respiratory failure.
Based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus the largest centre of medical research and health science in Europe the Trust is at the heart of treatments of the future. Royal Papworth became the first hospital trust in the country to be rated outstanding in all five areas assessed by the Care Quality Commission - a rating it still holds today. The Trust holds its values of compassion, excellence & collaboration at its core, and all colleagues joining the team are expected to uphold these in their day-to-day roles & interactions. Royal Papworth is proud of its diverse workforce and encourages people to embrace their individuality.
The Trust values difference and welcomes all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion & belief, sex and sexual orientation. Providing they meet the minimum post criteria, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview.
For a street view tour: https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/virtual-tour
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year Band 3 on completion of Care Certificate
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
175-2627-1958
Job locations
Royal Papworth Hospital
Papworth Road
Cambridge Bio Medical Campus
Cambridge
CB2 0AY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please ensure you evidence in the Essential Criteria how you uphold the Trust Values Compassion Excellence Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please ensure you evidence in the Essential Criteria how you uphold the Trust Values Compassion Excellence Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Successful completion of Care Certificate within 12 weeks of appointment
- Complete specialty-required knowledge competencies within agreed time period (up to 6 months)
- Must possess a willingness to undertake further study to achieve competency levels required
Desirable
- Specific specialty on-the-job training
- Good general standard of education to vocational level 3 (GCSE 'A' level standard or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Communicating with a range of people from different backgrounds
- Understanding the role of the Health Care Support Worker
- Knowledge of personal care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
- Complete specialty-required skills within agreed time period (up to 6 months)
- Work effectively in a team
- Demonstrate effective and safe care
- Contribute to the support and development of new staff
- Work under pressure
- Information technology use
- Attention to detail e.g. patient records
- Accuracy (words and numbers)
- Effective written and verbal
- communication skills (literacy and numeracy)
- Good observation skills and recognition of the importance of reporting
Desirable
- Teaching skills
- Recent experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Previous care experience in the specialty area
- Working in acute environment as a Health Care Support Worker
Additional Criteria
Essential
- As well as being able to demonstrate examples of how they work in a way that is consistent with our values of compassion, excellence and collaboration the successful candidate will be able to clearly demonstrate a commitment to driving culture change through equality, diversity and inclusion.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Successful completion of Care Certificate within 12 weeks of appointment
- Complete specialty-required knowledge competencies within agreed time period (up to 6 months)
- Must possess a willingness to undertake further study to achieve competency levels required
Desirable
- Specific specialty on-the-job training
- Good general standard of education to vocational level 3 (GCSE 'A' level standard or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Communicating with a range of people from different backgrounds
- Understanding the role of the Health Care Support Worker
- Knowledge of personal care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
- Complete specialty-required skills within agreed time period (up to 6 months)
- Work effectively in a team
- Demonstrate effective and safe care
- Contribute to the support and development of new staff
- Work under pressure
- Information technology use
- Attention to detail e.g. patient records
- Accuracy (words and numbers)
- Effective written and verbal
- communication skills (literacy and numeracy)
- Good observation skills and recognition of the importance of reporting
Desirable
- Teaching skills
- Recent experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Previous care experience in the specialty area
- Working in acute environment as a Health Care Support Worker
Additional Criteria
Essential
- As well as being able to demonstrate examples of how they work in a way that is consistent with our values of compassion, excellence and collaboration the successful candidate will be able to clearly demonstrate a commitment to driving culture change through equality, diversity and inclusion.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Papworth Hospital
Papworth Road
Cambridge Bio Medical Campus
Cambridge
CB2 0AY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Papworth Hospital
Papworth Road
Cambridge Bio Medical Campus
Cambridge
CB2 0AY
United Kingdom
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327461
Job summary
We are looking to recruit a dynamic Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist to support our Endoscopy Service at East Cheshire NHS Trust. Innovation in service delivery and flexibility to work within the needs of the service are key requirements of this role.
The post holder will be able to undertake Upper GI endoscopy as a qualified Nurse Endoscopist. The post holder will work autonomously, managing whole episodes of patient care independent of medical supervision. They will be a key member of the Multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will have their own caseload of patients for whom they will perform upper gastro-intestinal diagnostic endoscopy.
The appointee will play a key role in providing a high quality, efficient, patient focused in the endoscopy service.
The post will be based at Macclesfield District General Hospital.
Hours per week: 27
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will provide highly specialist and advanced clinical knowledge, skills and decision-making within the Endoscopy/Gastroenterology service.
- The post holder will be able to undertake Upper GI endoscopy procedures as a qualified Nurse Endoscopist.
- The post holder will work autonomously, managing whole episodes of patient care independent of medical supervision.
- They will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team.
- The post holder will have their own caseload of patients for whom they will perform upper gastro-intestinal diagnostic endoscopy.
- Upper GI Nurse Endoscopist To work as part of the multidisciplinary team in providing a high-quality service meeting the physical and emotional requirements for both inpatients and outpatients undergoing procedures within the Endoscopy and Treatment Unit.
This list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive but indicates the main areas of work and may be subject to change.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
209-A-26-8091473-A
Job locations
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- A Registered Nurse on part 1, 3, 5 or 8 of the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Register.
- JAG accreditation for Endoscopist role on JAG Endoscopy Training System (JETS) site
- Evidence of recent continuing professional development
- Evidence of training/update on lower GI (Gastrointestinal) therapeutic endoscopic intervention
- Cannulation
Desirable
- Relevant Degree
- Nurse prescriber
- First level degree or equivalent qualification in relevant subject
- Hold or be working towards a master's degree
- BoSS (Barrett's Oesophagus Surveillance Study) registered endoscopist or willingness to train to undertake the role.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Significant experience in a nursing post in Endoscopy
- Considerable experience of working as a nurse endoscopist in a hospital setting
- Experience in running lists
- Able to perform Upper GI diagnostic endoscopy
- Achievement of high quality patient care through evidenced based practice
- Expert knowledge in anatomy and physiology of the GI tract
- Leadership of clinical governance and patient safety
- A commitment to providing a quality service with quality improvement
- Management of change
- Clinical audit
- Budget awareness
- Communicates articulately and sensitively with good written English and able to demonstrate the ability to deal with distressing or emotional circumstances
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Highly developed written communication skills
- Highly developed verbal communication skills
- Able to communicate effectively with, listen to and motivate, stakeholders and staff at all levels
- Able to articulate highly complex and sensitive clinical topics
- Evidence of analytical and problem solving skills
- High level knowledge of BSG, GRS and JAG Standards
- Knowledge and understanding of NICE Outcomes, National strategic Cancer Developments
- Evidence of providing motivational, professional leadership with highly developed interpersonal skills
- Understanding of service area specific DH and NHS policy, initiatives, national service framework etc. in delivering patient centred care
- Evidence of ability to combine strategic direction with operational delivery
- Demonstrate IT /database knowledge and skill / or qualification
- Demonstrate the ability to undertake moderate physical effort for several short / long periods moving equipment patients and stock within manual handling guidelines
- Able to demonstrate ability to concentrate on a predictable work pattern
- Able to work under pressure, flexibly and as part of a team
Desirable
- Oncology knowledge
- JAG accreditation process experience
- Oncology experience
- Service redesign
- Role design
- Skilled trainer, mentor, supervisor or coach
- Understanding of wide ranging DH and NHS policy, initiatives, national service frameworks etc. in delivering patient centred care
Further Information
Essential
- Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- A Registered Nurse on part 1, 3, 5 or 8 of the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Register.
- JAG accreditation for Endoscopist role on JAG Endoscopy Training System (JETS) site
- Evidence of recent continuing professional development
- Evidence of training/update on lower GI (Gastrointestinal) therapeutic endoscopic intervention
- Cannulation
Desirable
- Relevant Degree
- Nurse prescriber
- First level degree or equivalent qualification in relevant subject
- Hold or be working towards a master's degree
- BoSS (Barrett's Oesophagus Surveillance Study) registered endoscopist or willingness to train to undertake the role.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Significant experience in a nursing post in Endoscopy
- Considerable experience of working as a nurse endoscopist in a hospital setting
- Experience in running lists
- Able to perform Upper GI diagnostic endoscopy
- Achievement of high quality patient care through evidenced based practice
- Expert knowledge in anatomy and physiology of the GI tract
- Leadership of clinical governance and patient safety
- A commitment to providing a quality service with quality improvement
- Management of change
- Clinical audit
- Budget awareness
- Communicates articulately and sensitively with good written English and able to demonstrate the ability to deal with distressing or emotional circumstances
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Highly developed written communication skills
- Highly developed verbal communication skills
- Able to communicate effectively with, listen to and motivate, stakeholders and staff at all levels
- Able to articulate highly complex and sensitive clinical topics
- Evidence of analytical and problem solving skills
- High level knowledge of BSG, GRS and JAG Standards
- Knowledge and understanding of NICE Outcomes, National strategic Cancer Developments
- Evidence of providing motivational, professional leadership with highly developed interpersonal skills
- Understanding of service area specific DH and NHS policy, initiatives, national service framework etc. in delivering patient centred care
- Evidence of ability to combine strategic direction with operational delivery
- Demonstrate IT /database knowledge and skill / or qualification
- Demonstrate the ability to undertake moderate physical effort for several short / long periods moving equipment patients and stock within manual handling guidelines
- Able to demonstrate ability to concentrate on a predictable work pattern
- Able to work under pressure, flexibly and as part of a team
Desirable
- Oncology knowledge
- JAG accreditation process experience
- Oncology experience
- Service redesign
- Role design
- Skilled trainer, mentor, supervisor or coach
- Understanding of wide ranging DH and NHS policy, initiatives, national service frameworks etc. in delivering patient centred care
Further Information
Essential
- Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327451
Job summary
Shape the Future of Neighbourhood Health
Are you an experienced Nurse Prescriber looking for an opportunity to work differently?
We are seeking a highly motivated Neighbourhood Health Practitioner (Prescriber) to join our developing Neighbourhood Health Team and play a key role in delivering the NHS vision of providing more proactive, personalised care closer to home through integrated neighbourhood services. This role supports the NHS neighbourhood health model, which aims to improve outcomes through multidisciplinary working, prevention, population health management and reducing health inequalities.
This is an exciting opportunity for an Enhanced Nurse who is passionate about complex care management, clinical leadership and integrated working across health, social care and community services.
Main duties of the job
As a Neighbourhood Health Practitioner, you will work autonomously across primary care and community settings, providing advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prescribing for patients with complex health needs.
You will have a pivotal leadership role within our Neighbourhood Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), providing clinical oversight for patients identified through population health management, risk stratification, frailty pathways and proactive case management.
Working closely with Care Coordinators, GPs, community services, social care, mental health teams and voluntary sector partners, you will help ensure patients receive coordinated, person-centred care that improves outcomes and reduces avoidable hospital admissions.
What You'll Be Doing
Providing expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prescribing.
Leading clinical discussions within neighbourhood MDT meetings.
Providing clinical oversight of patients with complex and multiple long-term conditions.
Supporting proactive management of frailty, multimorbidity and high-intensity service users.
Providing clinical support and supervision to Care Coordinators managing complex patient cohorts.
Developing and reviewing personalised care and treatment plans.
Using population health intelligence to identify patients requiring early intervention.
Reducing health inequalities through proactive, community-based care.
Leading quality improvement initiatives and service development projects.
About us
Rayleigh and District Primary Care Network (PCN) is made up of 6 surgeries who have 56,437 registered patients. Our vision is to work in partnership with our colleagues and patients to provide the best primary care services in the community.
Why join us?
Join a dynamic and supportive network of local GP practices committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
- Be part of a forward-thinking team that embraces new ideas and technologies to improve patient care.
- Work in a collaborative and nurturing environment where your professional growth is encouraged.
- Make a real difference in the lives of our patients and the wider community.
- Work as part of a wider multidisciplinary clinical team made up of clinical pharmacists, paramedics, nurse associates, pharmacy technicians and many more!
All of our PCN staff are employed by GP Healthcare Alliance (GPHA). GPHA values staff and can offer:
- NHS pension;
- A supportive and friendly working environment;
- Flexible working hours;
- Peer support;
- Support with training and development;
- 38 days annual leave per year, including bank holidays (pro rota);
- Reimbursement for parking and travel expenses for attending meetings/off site sessions.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£51,846 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A1852-26-0020
Job locations
Rayleigh PCN
Audley Mills
57 Eastwood Road
Rayleigh
Essex
SS6 7JF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Neighbourhood Health Practitioner (Prescriber) is an Enhanced Nurse working autonomously within a multidisciplinary neighbourhood health team to deliver proactive, person-centred, population-focused care for individuals, families and communities.
The post holder will support delivery of the NHS Neighbourhood Health model through the provision of enhanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing, care coordination, prevention, health promotion and long-term condition management. The role will contribute to reducing health inequalities, improving population health outcomes, supporting independence and delivering care closer to home through integrated working with primary care, community services, social care, mental health services and voluntary sector partners.
As an Independent Prescriber, the post holder will provide expert clinical leadership, oversight and management of patients with complex health needs, ensuring coordinated care, effective MDT working and timely intervention to improve outcomes and reduce avoidable hospital admissions.
The post holder will provide clinical leadership and oversight of the Neighbourhood MDT, supporting Care Coordinators and other members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver proactive, coordinated care for patients with complex needs.
Key responsibilities
Clinical Practice
Undertake comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment and review of patients presenting with acute, chronic and complex health needs.
Independently prescribe medicines and treatments within professional competence and scope of practice.
Develop, implement and evaluate personalised care and treatment plans.
Deliver enhanced specialist nursing care within areas of expertise including:
o Wound care
o Diabetes
o Respiratory disease
o Cardiovascular disease
o Dementia
o Women's health
o Public health
o Population health management
Manage individuals with multiple long-term conditions, frailty and complex care needs.
Undertake home visits and community-based assessments as appropriate.
Support anticipatory care planning, personalised care and shared decision-making.
Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
Neighbourhood MDT Clinical Leadership and Care Coordination Oversight
Provide clinical leadership within neighbourhood multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
Lead clinical discussions relating to risk stratification, population health management, frailty, complex care and proactive case management.
Act as the lead clinician for patients identified through neighbourhood MDT processes, ensuring appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing and follow-up.
Maintain clinical oversight of patients requiring coordinated multidisciplinary interventions.
Provide clinical oversight of care plans developed through MDT discussions to ensure they remain clinically appropriate, person-centred and outcome focused.
Ensure agreed MDT actions are implemented, monitored and evaluated.
Provide professional and clinical support to Care Coordinators managing patients with complex health, frailty and social care needs.
Support Care Coordinators to identify clinical deterioration, escalating risk and safeguarding concerns, ensuring timely review and intervention.
Act as a readily accessible clinical resource for Care Coordinators and wider neighbourhood team members.
Lead multidisciplinary reviews for patients with complex needs, multimorbidity, frailty and high healthcare utilisation.
Support continuity of care through ongoing clinical oversight of patients discussed through neighbourhood MDT processes.
Promote integrated working across primary care, community services, mental health services, social care and voluntary sector organisations.
Contribute to reducing avoidable admissions and improving patient outcomes through proactive neighbourhood-based care.
Population Health and Neighbourhood Health Development
Support the development and delivery of neighbourhood-based models of care.
Use population health intelligence and risk stratification tools to identify patients requiring proactive intervention.
Contribute to reducing health inequalities and improving access to services for underserved populations.
Promote prevention, self-management, health education and wellbeing.
Support early intervention and prevention initiatives across neighbourhood populations.
Contribute to the development of integrated pathways that improve outcomes and patient experience.
Personalised Care and Patient Support
Empower individuals to manage their own health and wellbeing wherever appropriate.
Support treatment adherence through education, coaching and personalised care approaches.
Work collaboratively with carers and families involved in patient care.
Signpost and refer patients to appropriate community, voluntary sector and personalised care services.
Provide holistic support to individuals with complex physical, mental health and social care needs.
Leadership, Education and Service Improvement
Act as a senior clinical role model within the neighbourhood team.
Provide mentorship, supervision and support to registered nurses, nursing associates, healthcare support workers, apprentices and students.
Contribute to workforce development and succession planning.
Support implementation of evidence-based practice and national clinical standards.
Lead or contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits and service evaluation.
Support service redesign and innovation to improve patient outcomes and experience.
Participate in reflective practice and clinical supervision.
Maintain own professional development and support colleagues with learning and development activities.
Lead patient Clinical Education sessions and community outreach sessions.
Communication
Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health, and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services.
Demonstrate those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect, and trust.
Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively.
Communicate with individuals, carers, and other visitors in a courteous and helpful manner, whilst being mindful that there may be barriers to understanding.
Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers, and members of the team.
Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and always adhere to the principals of confidentiality.
Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy.
Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance.
Ensure ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards).
Health, safety, and security
- Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.
- Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks.
Quality
- Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk in the care of patients.
- Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems.
- Practice in accordance with agreed standards of care.
- Enable patients to access appropriate professionals in the team.
- Know the practice's policies, especially the whistle-blowing policy, available in the practice staff handbook.
- Be able to manage your own time effectively.
Equality and diversity
- Act in ways that recognise the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures.
- Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers.
- Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour.
Information processes
- Record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate.
- Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff, and the practice.
- Maintain accurate and contemporaneous electronic patient records on SystmOne.
- Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Attend annual updates and mandatory training as required.
- Maintain necessary requirements to support NMC revalidation.
- Highlight any gaps in knowledge/training needs to their line manager to allow them the opportunity to offer support to fulfil the duties of this post.
Act in a manner that safeguards children and/or vulnerable adults as applicable to the role.
- Work in line with organisational policies and procedural guidelines.
Clinical governance
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records.
Ensure all care is delivered in accordance with NMC standards, organisational policies and clinical governance requirements.
Participate in incident reporting, risk management and learning from events.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with information governance requirements.
Ensure safe management and transportation of patient-identifiable information and smartcards.
Complete all mandatory training and maintain professional competencies.
Maintain compliance with NMC revalidation requirements.
Work in accordance with safeguarding policies and procedures for children and adults.
Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of practice.
Job description Job responsibilities The Neighbourhood Health Practitioner (Prescriber) is an Enhanced Nurse working autonomously within a multidisciplinary neighbourhood health team to deliver proactive, person-centred, population-focused care for individuals, families and communities.The post holder will support delivery of the NHS Neighbourhood Health model through the provision of enhanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing, care coordination, prevention, health promotion and long-term condition management. The role will contribute to reducing health inequalities, improving population health outcomes, supporting independence and delivering care closer to home through integrated working with primary care, community services, social care, mental health services and voluntary sector partners.As an Independent Prescriber, the post holder will provide expert clinical leadership, oversight and management of patients with complex health needs, ensuring coordinated care, effective MDT working and timely intervention to improve outcomes and reduce avoidable hospital admissions.The post holder will provide clinical leadership and oversight of the Neighbourhood MDT, supporting Care Coordinators and other members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver proactive, coordinated care for patients with complex needs.Key responsibilitiesClinical Practice Undertake comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment and review of patients presenting with acute, chronic and complex health needs. Independently prescribe medicines and treatments within professional competence and scope of practice. Develop, implement and evaluate personalised care and treatment plans. Deliver enhanced specialist nursing care within areas of expertise including: o Wound careo Diabeteso Respiratory diseaseo Cardiovascular diseaseo Dementiao Women's healtho Public healtho Population health management Manage individuals with multiple long-term conditions, frailty and complex care needs. Undertake home visits and community-based assessments as appropriate. Support anticipatory care planning, personalised care and shared decision-making. Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.Neighbourhood MDT Clinical Leadership and Care Coordination Oversight Provide clinical leadership within neighbourhood multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings. Lead clinical discussions relating to risk stratification, population health management, frailty, complex care and proactive case management. Act as the lead clinician for patients identified through neighbourhood MDT processes, ensuring appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing and follow-up. Maintain clinical oversight of patients requiring coordinated multidisciplinary interventions. Provide clinical oversight of care plans developed through MDT discussions to ensure they remain clinically appropriate, person-centred and outcome focused. Ensure agreed MDT actions are implemented, monitored and evaluated. Provide professional and clinical support to Care Coordinators managing patients with complex health, frailty and social care needs. Support Care Coordinators to identify clinical deterioration, escalating risk and safeguarding concerns, ensuring timely review and intervention. Act as a readily accessible clinical resource for Care Coordinators and wider neighbourhood team members. Lead multidisciplinary reviews for patients with complex needs, multimorbidity, frailty and high healthcare utilisation. Support continuity of care through ongoing clinical oversight of patients discussed through neighbourhood MDT processes. Promote integrated working across primary care, community services, mental health services, social care and voluntary sector organisations. Contribute to reducing avoidable admissions and improving patient outcomes through proactive neighbourhood-based care.Population Health and Neighbourhood Health Development Support the development and delivery of neighbourhood-based models of care. Use population health intelligence and risk stratification tools to identify patients requiring proactive intervention. Contribute to reducing health inequalities and improving access to services for underserved populations. Promote prevention, self-management, health education and wellbeing. Support early intervention and prevention initiatives across neighbourhood populations. Contribute to the development of integrated pathways that improve outcomes and patient experience.Personalised Care and Patient Support Empower individuals to manage their own health and wellbeing wherever appropriate. Support treatment adherence through education, coaching and personalised care approaches. Work collaboratively with carers and families involved in patient care. Signpost and refer patients to appropriate community, voluntary sector and personalised care services. Provide holistic support to individuals with complex physical, mental health and social care needs.Leadership, Education and Service Improvement Act as a senior clinical role model within the neighbourhood team. Provide mentorship, supervision and support to registered nurses, nursing associates, healthcare support workers, apprentices and students. Contribute to workforce development and succession planning. Support implementation of evidence-based practice and national clinical standards. Lead or contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits and service evaluation. Support service redesign and innovation to improve patient outcomes and experience. Participate in reflective practice and clinical supervision. Maintain own professional development and support colleagues with learning and development activities. Lead patient Clinical Education sessions and community outreach sessions. Communication Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health, and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services. Demonstrate those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect, and trust. Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively. Communicate with individuals, carers, and other visitors in a courteous and helpful manner, whilst being mindful that there may be barriers to understanding. Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers, and members of the team. Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and always adhere to the principals of confidentiality. Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy. Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance. Ensure ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards).Health, safety, and security Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines. Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks. Quality Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk in the care of patients. Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems. Practice in accordance with agreed standards of care. Enable patients to access appropriate professionals in the team. Know the practice's policies, especially the whistle-blowing policy, available in the practice staff handbook. Be able to manage your own time effectively. Equality and diversity Act in ways that recognise the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures. Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers. Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour. Information processes Record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate. Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff, and the practice. Maintain accurate and contemporaneous electronic patient records on SystmOne. Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information. Duties and Responsibilities: Attend annual updates and mandatory training as required. Maintain necessary requirements to support NMC revalidation. Highlight any gaps in knowledge/training needs to their line manager to allow them the opportunity to offer support to fulfil the duties of this post. Act in a manner that safeguards children and/or vulnerable adults as applicable to the role. Work in line with organisational policies and procedural guidelines. Clinical governance Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records. Ensure all care is delivered in accordance with NMC standards, organisational policies and clinical governance requirements. Participate in incident reporting, risk management and learning from events. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with information governance requirements. Ensure safe management and transportation of patient-identifiable information and smartcards. Complete all mandatory training and maintain professional competencies. Maintain compliance with NMC revalidation requirements. Work in accordance with safeguarding policies and procedures for children and adults. Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of practice.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Currently working at an Enhanced Level of Practice as described within the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
- Experience in management of long-term conditions e.g., asthma, COPD, Diabetes, hypertension, asthma, CHD in primary or community care.
- Significant post-registration experience in primary care, community services, elderly care, frailty, or long-term condition management.
- Previous experience of leading and developing a nursing team.
- Understanding and knowledge of policy developments related to the delivery of primary care services, clinical governance and Quality and Outcomes Framework.
- Knowledge of national standards that inform practice (e.g., National Service Frameworks, NICE guidelines etc).
- Understanding of their accountability arising from the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2004) and medico-legal aspects of the Nurse Practitioner role.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation and understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans.
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers.
- Courteous, respectful, and helpful always.
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
- Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme.
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count).
- Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely.
- Time management and ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
- Good working knowledge of the GP Clinical System (SystmOne).
Qualifications
Essential
- QualificationsRegistered Nurse Degree and with an active NMC license to practice.
- Postgraduate qualification at level 7 in a relevant specialist area (minor illness, wound care, diabetes, respiratory, cardiovascular disease, dementia, womens health, public health, population health management).
- V300 non-medical prescribing qualification.
- Accredited training in Chronic Disease Management
- Currently working at an Enhanced Level of Practice as described within the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma or degree (Primary Care)
- Cervical Cytology Qualification
- Management/Clinical Leadership qualification or equivalent experience.
- NMCs Academic Assessors, Practice Supervisors and Practice Assessors accreditations.
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Immunisations (flu, routine, childhood, B12, travel)
- Wound Care / Treatment of small injuries / Removal of sutures & staples
- Womens health (Cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)
- Understanding of frailty, dementia, end-of-life care, safeguarding, and capacity assessments.
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS Neighbourhood Health Framework Principles.
- Knowledge and understanding of health inequalities and inclusion health principles.
Person Specification Experience Essential Currently working at an Enhanced Level of Practice as described within the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework. Experience in management of long-term conditions e.g., asthma, COPD, Diabetes, hypertension, asthma, CHD in primary or community care. Significant post-registration experience in primary care, community services, elderly care, frailty, or long-term condition management. Previous experience of leading and developing a nursing team. Understanding and knowledge of policy developments related to the delivery of primary care services, clinical governance and Quality and Outcomes Framework. Knowledge of national standards that inform practice (e.g., National Service Frameworks, NICE guidelines etc). Understanding of their accountability arising from the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2004) and medico-legal aspects of the Nurse Practitioner role. Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation and understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans. Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate. Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise. Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers. Courteous, respectful, and helpful always. Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact. Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme. Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities. Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count). Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely. Time management and ability to prioritise workload. Desirable Good working knowledge of the GP Clinical System (SystmOne). Qualifications Essential QualificationsRegistered Nurse Degree and with an active NMC license to practice. Postgraduate qualification at level 7 in a relevant specialist area (minor illness, wound care, diabetes, respiratory, cardiovascular disease, dementia, womens health, public health, population health management). V300 non-medical prescribing qualification. Accredited training in Chronic Disease Management Currently working at an Enhanced Level of Practice as described within the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework. Desirable Post graduate diploma or degree (Primary Care) Cervical Cytology Qualification Management/Clinical Leadership qualification or equivalent experience. NMCs Academic Assessors, Practice Supervisors and Practice Assessors accreditations. Clinical Knowledge & Skills Essential Immunisations (flu, routine, childhood, B12, travel) Wound Care / Treatment of small injuries / Removal of sutures & staples Womens health (Cervical cytology, contraception, etc.) Understanding of frailty, dementia, end-of-life care, safeguarding, and capacity assessments. Knowledge and understanding of the NHS Neighbourhood Health Framework Principles. Knowledge and understanding of health inequalities and inclusion health principles.
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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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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GP Healthcare Alliance
Address
Rayleigh PCN
Audley Mills
57 Eastwood Road
Rayleigh
Essex
SS6 7JF
United Kingdom
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GP Healthcare Alliance
Address
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Audley Mills
57 Eastwood Road
Rayleigh
Essex
SS6 7JF
United Kingdom
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Reference: 2327447
Job summary
Boothstown Medical Centre is looking for a friendly, professional and enthusiastic Medical Receptionist to join our busy and supportive team. As the first point of contact for patients, you will play a vital role in delivering excellent customer service, handling enquiries, managing appointments, processing information accurately and supporting the day-to-day running of the practice.
We are seeking someone with excellent communication and organisational skills, a positive attitude, and a genuine commitment to providing high-quality patient care. Previous receptionist or customer service experience is desirable, although full training will be provided.
At Boothstown Medical Centre, we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, patient-centred care within a welcoming and forward-thinking practice. We have a strong team culture where every member of staff is valued and supported, and we are committed to staff wellbeing, professional development and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and dedicated team making a real difference to the local community every day.
If you are organised, approachable and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
- Well developed oral and written skills
- computer literate
- experience of working with the public
- ability to prioritise work
- ability to work under pressure
- excellent communication skills
- ability to work as part of a team
- flexible to cover staff annual leave and sickness
- ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness & common sense
- willingness to undertake training
- knowledge of medical terminology preferred but not essential
- previous experience of working in an General Practice is preferred although training will be provided to a suitable candidate
About us
Boothstown Medical Centre is a well-established, patient-focused GP practice committed to providing high-quality primary care to our local community. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, accessible and responsive healthcare services while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment for our staff.
Our clinical team comprises 5 GPs, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner,aNurse Practitioner, and a Nursing Associate, all working together to provide comprehensive care to our diverse patient population. They are supported by a dedicated team of 9 Administration and Reception staff, alongside our Assistant Practice Manager and Practice Manager, who ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice. We also benefit from a range of Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) staff, whose expertise enhances the services we are able to offer our patients and supports our multidisciplinary approach to care.
At Boothstown Medical Centre, we value teamwork, professionalism and continuous improvement. We foster a positive workplace culture where every member of staff is respected, supported and encouraged to develop their skills. We recognise that our people are our greatest asset and are committed to creating an environment where staff can thrive while making a meaningful difference to patient care and the wider community.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0684-26-0002
Job locations
Mosley Common Road
Tyldesley
Manchester
M29 8RZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The post holder will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors to the practice, providing a professional, welcoming and efficient reception service. They will be responsible for assisting patients in accessing the appropriate healthcare professional or service, responding to enquiries, and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.
The successful candidate will work closely with the wider practice team to deliver high standards of customer service, maintain accurate patient records, and contribute to a positive patient experience. They will represent the practice in a courteous, compassionate and professional manner, both face-to-face and over the telephone.
Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministrative Duties
- Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of practice procedures and services.
- Work in accordance with practice policies, protocols and confidentiality requirements.
- Undertake routine administrative tasks, including photocopying, scanning and document management.
- Open, process and distribute incoming post as appropriate.
- Liaise effectively with hospitals, community services and other healthcare professionals.
- Register new patients and ensure accurate completion of registration documentation.
- Support the wider practice team with general administrative duties as required.
Reception Duties
- Welcome and assist patients and visitors attending the practice.
- Respond to patient enquiries promptly, efficiently and sensitively.
- Manage patient interactions at the reception desk while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Issue completed repeat prescriptions in accordance with practice procedures, ensuring patient details are verified.
- Provide cover across all reception workstations as required.
- Prepare pathology specimens and arrange collection by the designated courier.
- Distribute internal correspondence and documentation.
Appointment Management
- Process patient appointment requests via telephone, online systems and face-to-face enquiries.
- Book, amend and cancel appointments in accordance with practice protocols.
- Manage requests for home visits and ensure they are directed appropriately.
- Record and process telephone consultation requests accurately within the clinical system.
- Signpost patients to the most appropriate service or healthcare professional.
Clinical System and Records Management
- Register new patients and maintain accurate electronic patient records.
- Process changes to patient demographic information in a timely manner.
- Manage repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice policies.
- Scan, file and code clinical correspondence using the practice document management system.
- Accurately enter clinical and non-clinical data onto patient records.
- Update patient information, including smoking status, weight and other Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) data.
- Act upon relevant alerts and notifications within the clinical system.
- Record patient contacts and communications accurately.
- Complete patient details on pathology request forms as required.
Telephone Duties
- Answer incoming telephone calls promptly and professionally.
- Deal with enquiries effectively and courteously, taking accurate messages when required.
- Direct calls to the appropriate member of staff or service.
- Maintain a high standard of customer care in all telephone interactions.
General Responsibilities
- Contribute to maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors.
- Ensure reception and communal areas are kept tidy and presentable.
- Follow practice procedures relating to opening, closing and security of the premises, including alarms, doors and windows.
- Participate in mandatory training and practice meetings as required.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Practice Manager or Assistant Practice Manager.
This role requires excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills, together with the ability to work effectively within a busy multidisciplinary team whilst maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
Job description Job responsibilities Job SummaryThe post holder will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors to the practice, providing a professional, welcoming and efficient reception service. They will be responsible for assisting patients in accessing the appropriate healthcare professional or service, responding to enquiries, and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.The successful candidate will work closely with the wider practice team to deliver high standards of customer service, maintain accurate patient records, and contribute to a positive patient experience. They will represent the practice in a courteous, compassionate and professional manner, both face-to-face and over the telephone.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministrative DutiesDevelop and maintain a thorough knowledge of practice procedures and services.Work in accordance with practice policies, protocols and confidentiality requirements.Undertake routine administrative tasks, including photocopying, scanning and document management.Open, process and distribute incoming post as appropriate.Liaise effectively with hospitals, community services and other healthcare professionals.Register new patients and ensure accurate completion of registration documentation.Support the wider practice team with general administrative duties as required.Reception DutiesWelcome and assist patients and visitors attending the practice.Respond to patient enquiries promptly, efficiently and sensitively.Manage patient interactions at the reception desk while maintaining confidentiality at all times.Issue completed repeat prescriptions in accordance with practice procedures, ensuring patient details are verified.Provide cover across all reception workstations as required.Prepare pathology specimens and arrange collection by the designated courier.Distribute internal correspondence and documentation.Appointment ManagementProcess patient appointment requests via telephone, online systems and face-to-face enquiries.Book, amend and cancel appointments in accordance with practice protocols.Manage requests for home visits and ensure they are directed appropriately.Record and process telephone consultation requests accurately within the clinical system.Signpost patients to the most appropriate service or healthcare professional.Clinical System and Records ManagementRegister new patients and maintain accurate electronic patient records.Process changes to patient demographic information in a timely manner.Manage repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice policies.Scan, file and code clinical correspondence using the practice document management system.Accurately enter clinical and non-clinical data onto patient records.Update patient information, including smoking status, weight and other Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) data.Act upon relevant alerts and notifications within the clinical system.Record patient contacts and communications accurately.Complete patient details on pathology request forms as required.Telephone DutiesAnswer incoming telephone calls promptly and professionally.Deal with enquiries effectively and courteously, taking accurate messages when required.Direct calls to the appropriate member of staff or service.Maintain a high standard of customer care in all telephone interactions.General ResponsibilitiesContribute to maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors.Ensure reception and communal areas are kept tidy and presentable.Follow practice procedures relating to opening, closing and security of the premises, including alarms, doors and windows.Participate in mandatory training and practice meetings as required.Undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Practice Manager or Assistant Practice Manager.This role requires excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills, together with the ability to work effectively within a busy multidisciplinary team whilst maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above.
- Good standard of general education.
- Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and data entry.
Desirable
- Training or experience in the use of clinical systems such as EMIS Web.
- Previous NHS, GP Practice or healthcare administration training.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a receptionist, administrative or customer service role.
- Experience dealing with members of the public, ideally in a busy environment.
- Experience handling confidential information.
- Experience using computer systems and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Desirable
- Previous experience working within a GP Practice, NHS organisation or healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of appointment systems, repeat prescribing processes and patient registration procedures.
- Familiarity with NHS terminology and services.
Essential Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Accurate data entry and attention to detail.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Commitment to confidentiality and data protection requirements.
Desirable
- Professional and compassionate approach to patients.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above. Good standard of general education. Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and data entry. Desirable Training or experience in the use of clinical systems such as EMIS Web. Previous NHS, GP Practice or healthcare administration training. Experience Essential Previous experience in a receptionist, administrative or customer service role. Experience dealing with members of the public, ideally in a busy environment. Experience handling confidential information. Experience using computer systems and managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Desirable Previous experience working within a GP Practice, NHS organisation or healthcare setting. Knowledge of appointment systems, repeat prescribing processes and patient registration procedures. Familiarity with NHS terminology and services. Essential Skills and Attributes Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment. Strong organisational and time management skills. Accurate data entry and attention to detail. Ability to work as part of a team. Commitment to confidentiality and data protection requirements. Desirable Professional and compassionate approach to patients.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Boothstown Medical Centre
Address
Mosley Common Road
Tyldesley
Manchester
M29 8RZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.boothstownmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Employer name
Boothstown Medical Centre
Address
Mosley Common Road
Tyldesley
Manchester
M29 8RZ
United Kingdom
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Bank - Pharmacy Assistant - Band 2
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327441
Job summary
Supervised by the senior technician in charge, the post holder will provide support services to the Pharmacy department, including the ordering, receipt, storage and supply of Pharmaceuticals and other stocks.
This role offers a Monday - Friday 9-5 work schedule
Main duties of the job
- Communication
Needs to be able to communicate effectively with other members of the team and health professionals.
- Analytical and Planning
Following the daily rota you will need to be able to organize and plan your day to maximise the best use of time.
Distribution
- Take part in the Pharmacy ward top-up service:
Print ward stock lists to a schedule, check ward and department stock of Pharmaceuticals against an agreed list and order required items.
- Liaise with ward staff, ward Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician to ensure ward stock lists are kept up to date.
- Process ward stock orders including top-up orders and telephone requests, using the WELLSKY computer system, pick and package orders for delivery
- Process, pick and package requisitions from other areas within Pharmacy e.g., Carlingford Centre.
- Monitor and maintain stock in the Emergency drug cupboard
Perform the daily top up of the main Pharmacy department.
Assist with the recording and storage of archive material.
- Perform departmental stock checks, counting and reconciliation
- Supply orders of Pharmaceuticals to community clinics and GP surgeries according to departmental procedure. Answer and deal with telephone enquiries from customers relating to orders.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest Trust in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people. Our Trust, comprising acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon, and Southend, is determined to provide the best health services for its local population.
With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£12.14 an hour Per Hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
Bank - Pharmacy Ast - 2
Job locations
MSE Basildon
Basildon
SS16 5NL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Stores
Maintain supplies of non-drug items e.g. stationary using the EROS purchasing computer system, including ordering, receipting and stock checking
- Receive deliveries and book in orders of pharmaceuticals and other stocks.
- Assist in the resolution of order discrepancies, identification of late and outstanding orders and return of stock to suppliers.
- Process computer receipts of orders (ODELIVing)
- Maintain EAN numbers on JAC Pharmacy computer system
- Maintain supplier performance database
- Put goods away maintaining an efficient stock rotation system.
- Unload and put away bulk deliveries of large volume fluids and containers
- Deliver Pharmaceuticals to wards and departments when required.
- Maintain a clean and tidy workplace.
- Using the hospital pharmacy computer system: -
Order pharmaceuticals and other goods
Release orders to suppliers by agreed mechanisms
Receive delivered goods
Pass invoices for payment
Process credits and chase outstanding payments
- Purchase medical gases; maintain full stock records as required and process invoices.
- Order and receipt non-pharmaceutical goods using the EROS computer system
- Investigate and resolve queries on orders, goods receipts and invoices, referring to the Senior Technician when necessary.
- Liaise with other Pharmacy staff to ensure that correct ordering procedures are adhered to, and support other staff in maintaining correct stock control procedures.
- Maintain supplier catalogues using the Pharmacy electronic ordering system (Powergate)
- Implement purchase contract arrangements and amendments necessary.
1. Clinical Duties
- Sort and distribute incoming departmental post
- Take appointments for the Procurement Pharmacist, and undertake secretarial duties as necessary
- File hard copy orders and other related documents, Maintain archive records
- File other Pharmacy literature and documents as required
- Follow departmental Standard Operational Procedures at all times.
Undertake any other reasonable duties the Senior Technician Purchasing, Senior Technician Distribution or Principal Pharmacist Patient Services may allocate from time to time.
- Policy and Service Development
Not applicable to this role.
- Financial and Physical Resources
- Ensure the safe and secure storage of Pharmacy stock of drugs and other materials
- Order and receipt stock.
- Training and Development
- Update and maintain own skills and knowledge as necessary
- Demonstrate duties to less experienced staff e.g., new members of staff, Student Pharmacy Technicians
Job description
Job responsibilities
Stores
Maintain supplies of non-drug items e.g. stationary using the EROS purchasing computer system, including ordering, receipting and stock checking
- Receive deliveries and book in orders of pharmaceuticals and other stocks.
- Assist in the resolution of order discrepancies, identification of late and outstanding orders and return of stock to suppliers.
- Process computer receipts of orders (ODELIVing)
- Maintain EAN numbers on JAC Pharmacy computer system
- Maintain supplier performance database
- Put goods away maintaining an efficient stock rotation system.
- Unload and put away bulk deliveries of large volume fluids and containers
- Deliver Pharmaceuticals to wards and departments when required.
- Maintain a clean and tidy workplace.
- Using the hospital pharmacy computer system: -
Order pharmaceuticals and other goods
Release orders to suppliers by agreed mechanisms
Receive delivered goods
Pass invoices for payment
Process credits and chase outstanding payments
- Purchase medical gases; maintain full stock records as required and process invoices.
- Order and receipt non-pharmaceutical goods using the EROS computer system
- Investigate and resolve queries on orders, goods receipts and invoices, referring to the Senior Technician when necessary.
- Liaise with other Pharmacy staff to ensure that correct ordering procedures are adhered to, and support other staff in maintaining correct stock control procedures.
- Maintain supplier catalogues using the Pharmacy electronic ordering system (Powergate)
- Implement purchase contract arrangements and amendments necessary.
1. Clinical Duties
- Sort and distribute incoming departmental post
- Take appointments for the Procurement Pharmacist, and undertake secretarial duties as necessary
- File hard copy orders and other related documents, Maintain archive records
- File other Pharmacy literature and documents as required
- Follow departmental Standard Operational Procedures at all times.
Undertake any other reasonable duties the Senior Technician Purchasing, Senior Technician Distribution or Principal Pharmacist Patient Services may allocate from time to time.
- Policy and Service Development
Not applicable to this role.
- Financial and Physical Resources
- Ensure the safe and secure storage of Pharmacy stock of drugs and other materials
- Order and receipt stock.
- Training and Development
- Update and maintain own skills and knowledge as necessary
- Demonstrate duties to less experienced staff e.g., new members of staff, Student Pharmacy Technicians
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Standard of basic Maths and English
Desirable
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council under the relevant units of NVQ level 2 for Pharmacy Assistants, or the ability to attain these units after a period of in-house training.
Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum six months experience in a role that required following strict guidelines and procedures
- Previous experience of team working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Standard of basic Maths and English
Desirable
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council under the relevant units of NVQ level 2 for Pharmacy Assistants, or the ability to attain these units after a period of in-house training.
Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum six months experience in a role that required following strict guidelines and procedures
- Previous experience of team working
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
MSE Basildon
Basildon
SS16 5NL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
MSE Basildon
Basildon
SS16 5NL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327438
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Medical Secretary to join our friendly and supportive team at Laurel Bank Surgery.
We are looking for an organised individual with excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail to provide a comprehensive secretarial and administrative service to our clinical team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing patient referrals, supporting clinical workflows, and coordinating private medical work while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and patient care.
This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering an excellent service to patients and colleagues.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:
- Prepare referral letters, reports and clinical correspondence using audio typing and practice systems.
- Process and monitor referrals through electronic referral systems.
- Arrange hospital appointments, admissions and referrals for patients.
- Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including scanning and document management.
- Process tasks within EMIS and Docman efficiently and accurately.
- Coordinate Subject Access Requests and private medical report requests.
- Maintain accurate records of private work and ensure invoices are raised and monitored.
- Support the practice team in maintaining effective communication systems and administrative processes.
About us
Laurel Bank Surgery is a well-established GP practice committed to delivering high-quality patient care. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive working environment where teamwork, professionalism and continuous improvement are valued.
We offer a welcoming workplace, opportunities for personal development and the chance to make a real difference to the care we provide for our patients.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.78 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
A0608-26-0011
Job locations
Old Hall Street
Malpas
Cheshire
SY14 8PS
United Kingdom
Laurel Bank Surgery
Ravensholme Lane
Tattenhall
CHESTER
CH3 9RE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main responsibilities
- Type referral letters, reports, submissions, etc. using audio typing and from tasks. Complete and submit referral forms.
- Arrange hospital referrals, appointments, and admissions. Deal with all patients requiring referral, including helping patients at the desk or on the telephone.
- Maintain an overview document of available referral pathways and methods for submission.
- Monitor and manage the electronic referral system
- Process outgoing mail (post and/or courier) and take to post box.
- Monitor stock of letterhead paper, compliment slips and postage stamps.
- Open all incoming post and distribute to all concerned as per the protocol and the preparation of incoming clinical post for scanning.
- On a rota basis, prepare, scan and code all referral forms and cards. Scan all confidential letters/forms/reports etc.
- Attend to EMIS and Docman tasks in a timely manner.
- File inbound Docman letters and forward to clinical coding team for processing.
- Monitor and manage the practice generic email accounts.
Private Services:
- Handle requests for private medical reports from Insurance companies and Solicitors, ensuring requests complies with all Data Protection and Caldicott issues. Produce insurance report electronically. Scan completed form into patients record and post.
- Record medical and report requests on spreadsheet and produce accurate invoice records, ensuring payment is received (in advance as appropriate) for Private Work.
- Conduct a monthly review of private fees outstanding, chasing debt for payment.
- Ensure patients notes are copied as required and issued with appropriate invoice by recorded mail.
- When requested, update the patient and staff list of Private Fees, including the pricing for travel services and the travel pricing calculation sheet.
- Action Subject Access Requests and Private paperwork using iGPR software.
Information Technology:
Within the team:
- Maintain an up-to-date directory of all referral forms on the EMIS Web Resource Publisher, communicating changes to relevant staff when new forms are issued.
- Maintain the digital dictation system through Lexacom.
- Manage the franking machine, including payments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main responsibilities
- Type referral letters, reports, submissions, etc. using audio typing and from tasks. Complete and submit referral forms.
- Arrange hospital referrals, appointments, and admissions. Deal with all patients requiring referral, including helping patients at the desk or on the telephone.
- Maintain an overview document of available referral pathways and methods for submission.
- Monitor and manage the electronic referral system
- Process outgoing mail (post and/or courier) and take to post box.
- Monitor stock of letterhead paper, compliment slips and postage stamps.
- Open all incoming post and distribute to all concerned as per the protocol and the preparation of incoming clinical post for scanning.
- On a rota basis, prepare, scan and code all referral forms and cards. Scan all confidential letters/forms/reports etc.
- Attend to EMIS and Docman tasks in a timely manner.
- File inbound Docman letters and forward to clinical coding team for processing.
- Monitor and manage the practice generic email accounts.
Private Services:
- Handle requests for private medical reports from Insurance companies and Solicitors, ensuring requests complies with all Data Protection and Caldicott issues. Produce insurance report electronically. Scan completed form into patients record and post.
- Record medical and report requests on spreadsheet and produce accurate invoice records, ensuring payment is received (in advance as appropriate) for Private Work.
- Conduct a monthly review of private fees outstanding, chasing debt for payment.
- Ensure patients notes are copied as required and issued with appropriate invoice by recorded mail.
- When requested, update the patient and staff list of Private Fees, including the pricing for travel services and the travel pricing calculation sheet.
- Action Subject Access Requests and Private paperwork using iGPR software.
Information Technology:
Within the team:
- Maintain an up-to-date directory of all referral forms on the EMIS Web Resource Publisher, communicating changes to relevant staff when new forms are issued.
- Maintain the digital dictation system through Lexacom.
- Manage the franking machine, including payments.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
- AMSPAR (or equivalent) qualification
Experience
Essential
- NHS/Primary Care/general practice experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting as a medical secretary.
- Experience of producing agendas and minutes for meetings.
- Experience of supervising colleagues, performance management and staff development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
- AMSPAR (or equivalent) qualification
Experience
Essential
- NHS/Primary Care/general practice experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting as a medical secretary.
- Experience of producing agendas and minutes for meetings.
- Experience of supervising colleagues, performance management and staff development.
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
Malpas Surgery
Address
Old Hall Street
Malpas
Cheshire
SY14 8PS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Malpas Surgery
Address
Old Hall Street
Malpas
Cheshire
SY14 8PS
United Kingdom
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Maternity Ward Clerk - Central Delivery Suite
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327437
Job summary
Do you have excellent communication skills? Do you have great attention to detail? Can you work calmly under pressure whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy?
We are seeking a friendly, professional, and welcoming patient-facing Ward Clerk to join our Central Delivery Suite team. In this role, you will provide high-quality administrative, clerical, and reception support.
A flexible approach to working hours is essential to meet the demands of the service and the team you are working within. This post is for a ward clerk who is able to work any combination of days, weekends and bank holiday shifts.
This permanent role offers 22 hours per week. There is scope to increase the working hours to 33 per week for an initial six-month period, following which a review will be undertaken to assess the feasibility of maintaining the increased hours on an ongoing basis.
Main duties of the job
Communication:
- To liaise with patients, clinical staff, GPs and Trust support staff in person, via telephone and email as and when necessary
- Show a caring and professional approach towards patients and visitors when carrying out all duties
- Escalate patient queries, capacity problems and general issues to the role's line manager or relevant clinical staff as appropriate
Patient Care:
- To welcome and assist patients, relatives and visitors on arrival to the ward and inform appropriate staff. This may require acting with resilience to deal with sometimes distressed patients and relatives in a professional and empathetic manner
Organising and Planning:
- Ensure that all clinical results and other clinical information are accurately filed in the patient notes and that patient notes are up to date and maintained according to the relevant Trust standards
- Ensure patient records are appropriately received and transferred and trace all notes into and out of the ward
- Prepare patient notes for coding within the relevant deadlines set by the coding team
- To carry out associated clerical duties, for example maintaining accurate filing systems, photocopying, receiving and distributing post, diary management and scanning patient notes if required
- To undertake the role's duties in the case of a major incident in your department
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
387-WC2864-LMG-B
Job locations
St Michaels Hospital
Southwell Street
Bristol
BS2 8EG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to the vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to the vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE, grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths
Aptitudes
Essential
- Innovative
- Supportive
- Collaborative
- Respectful
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous reception or customer facing experience in a healthcare or public setting
- Clerical/administration experience including filing and/or reception
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent/professional telephone/ reception manner
- Flexible approach to duties
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
- Able to communicate clearly and act quickly in emergency
- Good IT skills including Microsoft packages
- Tidy and methodical working practice
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a busy team, adjust to change and motivate others
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE, grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths
Aptitudes
Essential
- Innovative
- Supportive
- Collaborative
- Respectful
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous reception or customer facing experience in a healthcare or public setting
- Clerical/administration experience including filing and/or reception
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent/professional telephone/ reception manner
- Flexible approach to duties
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
- Able to communicate clearly and act quickly in emergency
- Good IT skills including Microsoft packages
- Tidy and methodical working practice
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a busy team, adjust to change and motivate others
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Confidence to handle difficult conversations with patients, relatives and carers
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
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Michaels Hospital
Southwell Street
Bristol
BS2 8EG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Michaels Hospital
Southwell Street
Bristol
BS2 8EG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327407
Job summary
West View Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Primary Care Nurse / Practice Nurse to join our friendly, supportive and well established GP practice.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality, patient centred care to our local population. We welcome applications from experienced practice nurses.
Please can you apply via NHS jobs.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for delivering safe, effective nursing care within a general practice setting. Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Management of longterm conditions (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes, hypertension)
- Immunisations and vaccinations
- Cervical screening
- Wound care, dressings and removal of sutures
- Health promotion and lifestyle advice
- Supporting QOF, enhanced services and chronic disease reviews
- Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records
- Working collaboratively with GPs, HCAs, pharmacists and the wider practice team
- Adhering to practice policies, clinical governance and infection control procedures
About us
- We are a friendly, forward thinking training practice in a pleasant market town set between Bristol and Bath (5 miles either way). West View Surgery has around 8,000 patients and we have two excellent purpose-built premises in Keynsham.
- Our three GP partners seek innovation in primary healthcare and are open to new ideas and ways of working. CQC rated the practice as good. We have full nursing and administrative support, employ via the PCN pharmacists who deal with most medication queries, First Contact Physios and a Paramedic and have the support of an Home Visiting Service. We value our team and are committed to maintaining a fair and consistent work life balance for all.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0477-26-0003
Job locations
9 Park Road
Keynsham
Bristol
BS31 1BX
United Kingdom
Doctors Surgery
Severn Way
Keynsham
Bristol
BS31 1NU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title
Primary Care Nurse / Practice Nurse
Responsible toPractice Manager / GP Partners
LocationWest View Surgery, Keynsham, Bristol
Job PurposeTo provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients within a general practice setting, working as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of long-term condition management, preventative care, health promotion and enhanced services, ensuring safe and effective patient care at all times.
Main Duties and Responsibilities Clinical ResponsibilitiesDeliver comprehensive nursing care within a primary care setting
Undertake long-term condition management including asthma, COPD, diabetes and hypertension
Administer immunisations and vaccinations in line with national and local guidance
Perform cervical screening in accordance with NHS standards
Provide wound care, dressings and removal of sutures
Deliver health promotion, lifestyle advice and patient education
Support QOF, enhanced services and local initiatives
Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate clinical records using the practice clinical system
Work in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
Adhere to practice policies and clinical governance frameworks
Participate in audit, training and service improvement activities
Disclosure and Barring ServiceThis post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title
Primary Care Nurse / Practice Nurse
Responsible toPractice Manager / GP Partners
LocationWest View Surgery, Keynsham, Bristol
Job PurposeTo provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients within a general practice setting, working as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of long-term condition management, preventative care, health promotion and enhanced services, ensuring safe and effective patient care at all times.
Main Duties and Responsibilities Clinical ResponsibilitiesDeliver comprehensive nursing care within a primary care setting
Undertake long-term condition management including asthma, COPD, diabetes and hypertension
Administer immunisations and vaccinations in line with national and local guidance
Perform cervical screening in accordance with NHS standards
Provide wound care, dressings and removal of sutures
Deliver health promotion, lifestyle advice and patient education
Support QOF, enhanced services and local initiatives
Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate clinical records using the practice clinical system
Work in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
Adhere to practice policies and clinical governance frameworks
Participate in audit, training and service improvement activities
Disclosure and Barring ServiceThis post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Experience of working autonomously and within a clinical team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritise care
- Commitment to high standards of patient care and confidentiality
- Experience working in primary care or general practice
- Chronic disease management qualifications (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes)
- Experience of cervical screening and immunisations
- Knowledge of QOF and enhanced services
- Experience using GP clinical systems (e.g. Systemone)
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Experience of working autonomously and within a clinical team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritise care
- Commitment to high standards of patient care and confidentiality
- Experience working in primary care or general practice
- Chronic disease management qualifications (e.g. asthma, COPD, diabetes)
- Experience of cervical screening and immunisations
- Knowledge of QOF and enhanced services
- Experience using GP clinical systems (e.g. Systemone)
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.
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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.
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
West View Surgery
Address
9 Park Road
Keynsham
Bristol
BS31 1BX
United Kingdom
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West View Surgery
Address
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Medical Education Manager
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327389
Job summary
In conjunction with the Director of Medical Education (DME) and Director of Undergraduate Medical Education (DUME), lead the delivery of the medical education work programme, including the training, delivery and finance of:
- Undergraduate medical student and physician associate student placements
- Postgraduate medical training programmes Foundation & Specialty Training
- Rota compliance of Resident Medical Staff and Exception reporting
- Qualified physician associates
- SAS doctors
- Training of Trainers
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the interpretation and implementation of national policies and current legislation relating to medical training and service level agreements, ensuring the operational delivery and standards are met within the Medical Education team.
To influence and lead on the strategic development of Postgraduate and Undergraduate medical education, supporting the Director of Medical Education (DME), Director of Undergraduate medical education (DUME), Foundation Programme Tutors and College Tutors.
To influence and lead on the strategic development of Undergraduate medical education, supporting the DUME, clinical education manager, clinical educators and year Leads.
To provide specialist knowledge, advice and guidance on postgraduate and undergraduate medical education related matters for all medical staff and managers in the Trust.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
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Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9439-2627-RP-N44
Job locations
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead the implementation of strategic objectives within the medical education strategy along with the clinical tutor team.
Working with Tutors across care groups, support the delivery of medical education and the quality of training placements.
Support nursing and allied health professional teams in completing the multi professional self-assessment report (SAR) and quality improvement plan (QIP)
In collaboration with the Director of Medical Education and Director of Undergraduate Medical Education, facilitate the business planning process for the Medical Education Department and the SIM Centre within the Trust, ensuring that priorities for the forthcoming year are identified and that formal discussions with tutors and directors are linked to Education and Training Contracts in association with the needs of service delivery within the Trust.
Work directly with the Clinical Tutor Team, as part of the Medical Education Strategy, leading on educational appraisal of consultant trainers, working with Tutors across Care Groups, to support the delivery of medical education and the quality of training placements.Supporting the job planning process to ensure that training is recognised in job plans and delivered across the Trust.
Represent the DME and DUME as appropriate, both internally and externally across the Trust, on all matters linked to medical education
Lead on safeguarding issues with junior medical staff, linked to patient safety, trainee revalidation, teaching and training, analysing data as appropriate and instigating training as appropriate to support clinical practice and safe patient care.
Contribute to the Trust Workforce & OD Plan on behalf of medical education ensuring that the needs of all medical students, trainee doctors and their trainers are included with particular reference to essential training for Foundation Doctors and specialty trainees.
To give advice and assistance to resident doctors, consultants, NHS England and other Trusts with regard to queries and questions about training posts, career advice, mandatory training courses, education issues, local induction, study leave, financial support for teaching and educational supervision and supporting clinical areas.
Manage the budgets for Medical Education and the Sim Centre.
Responsible for line management of staff within Medical Education and SIM Centre including:
o Appraisal, training and professional development
o One to one support and performance management issues
o Absence management in accordance with Trust policy
o Recruitment and selection of staff
o Disciplinary and Resolution issues
o Performance management issues
o Allocation of work
o Authorisation of expenses
o Manage additional staff resources as required as part of cross team projects
Design, deliver and lead/present specific training events for own staff and staff within other departments. Escalate such issues due to complexity, lack of progress or where support is required.
To manage the QA systems related to medical education across the Trust with particular reference to Specialty Schools, NHS England and University visits and annual reports to stakeholders ensuring that a Trust-wide response and action plan is delivered and that all training in all specialties is quality assured.
In collaboration with the DME, DUME, Medical Director and Finance, manage expenditure and resources with the Medical Education budget, ensuring that bids for expenditure are approved within Policy and that regular reviews of budget expenditure are undertaken.
To work with Finance colleagues on all aspects of undergraduate and postgraduate budgets in order to clarify new income, new funding for posts and any cost savings to be made with the allocation of annual budgets based on the number of doctors and students allocated to annual contracts.
To lead on the project management of new initiatives within medical education, formulating project plans, setting deadlines and delivering on key targets, making adjustments to plans as appropriate and facilitating collaborative working across the Trust through meetings with College Tutors and setting up groups as necessary.
To manage the operation of TIS/Healthroster for doctors working within the Trust ensuring that new posts are identified and approved and that all resident doctor data is updated and exchanged with NHS England allowing the Trust to identify and claim salaries for doctors in training and the approval of study leave for those doctors.
To Contribute, participate and demonstrate national initiatives appropriate to medical education that complement or demonstrate the Trusts commitment to provide a safe and skilled workforce.
To ensure that the Trust is achieving the required standards with regard to an efficient, effective and quality Medical Education service.
To ensure the Trust is legally compliant with current legislation related to Equality & Diversity and promote best practice.
Responsible for the purchase of assets and supplies for Medical Education
Responsible for ensuring sufficient staffing levels to enable service provision.
Ensure all office equipment and furniture within Medical Education is satisfactory and meets required standards in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
Participate in the development implement, review and maintenance of policies and procedures within Medical Education.
Keep up to date with changes in Employment Legislation and consider the impact on Medical Education.
Using computer software and associated formulae, develop, implement and produce regular statistical reports for DME and DUME on all aspects of Medical Education delivery in Care Groups, linked to GMC training standards and the impact of improvement interventions
Monitoring of data from Care Groups on Educational/Clinical Supervision and allocation of F1/F2 etc and contribution to education in line with MPET funding
In conjunction with the DME, monitor the effectiveness of processes to deal with Doctors with Differing Needs and ensuring remedial action is taken where necessary
Ensuring E-Portfolio system is managed effectively both within the Medical Education department and within the Care Groups, ensuring Educational and Clinical Supervisor capability and training if necessary.
Acting as key link for NHS England and the lead employer trust (LET) regarding resident doctor contracts and all employment issues relating to training doctors in the Trust.
Maximising external funding opportunities (multi-professional education and training levy (MPET), continuing professional development (CPD) NHS England Contract.
Develop and maintain internal and external relationships, Medical Director, care group clinical directors, Associate Directors of Nursing and Associate Directors of Operations.
Raise the profile of medical education across the Trust, to ensure a continuous improvement in the quality of medical education across the Trust.
Lead by action and inspire others acting as role model, demonstrating the leadership behaviours and values identified by the Trust.
Actively give and receive feedback in a constructive manner.
Any other duties commensurate with band
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead the implementation of strategic objectives within the medical education strategy along with the clinical tutor team.
Working with Tutors across care groups, support the delivery of medical education and the quality of training placements.
Support nursing and allied health professional teams in completing the multi professional self-assessment report (SAR) and quality improvement plan (QIP)
In collaboration with the Director of Medical Education and Director of Undergraduate Medical Education, facilitate the business planning process for the Medical Education Department and the SIM Centre within the Trust, ensuring that priorities for the forthcoming year are identified and that formal discussions with tutors and directors are linked to Education and Training Contracts in association with the needs of service delivery within the Trust.
Work directly with the Clinical Tutor Team, as part of the Medical Education Strategy, leading on educational appraisal of consultant trainers, working with Tutors across Care Groups, to support the delivery of medical education and the quality of training placements.Supporting the job planning process to ensure that training is recognised in job plans and delivered across the Trust.
Represent the DME and DUME as appropriate, both internally and externally across the Trust, on all matters linked to medical education
Lead on safeguarding issues with junior medical staff, linked to patient safety, trainee revalidation, teaching and training, analysing data as appropriate and instigating training as appropriate to support clinical practice and safe patient care.
Contribute to the Trust Workforce & OD Plan on behalf of medical education ensuring that the needs of all medical students, trainee doctors and their trainers are included with particular reference to essential training for Foundation Doctors and specialty trainees.
To give advice and assistance to resident doctors, consultants, NHS England and other Trusts with regard to queries and questions about training posts, career advice, mandatory training courses, education issues, local induction, study leave, financial support for teaching and educational supervision and supporting clinical areas.
Manage the budgets for Medical Education and the Sim Centre.
Responsible for line management of staff within Medical Education and SIM Centre including:
o Appraisal, training and professional development
o One to one support and performance management issues
o Absence management in accordance with Trust policy
o Recruitment and selection of staff
o Disciplinary and Resolution issues
o Performance management issues
o Allocation of work
o Authorisation of expenses
o Manage additional staff resources as required as part of cross team projects
Design, deliver and lead/present specific training events for own staff and staff within other departments. Escalate such issues due to complexity, lack of progress or where support is required.
To manage the QA systems related to medical education across the Trust with particular reference to Specialty Schools, NHS England and University visits and annual reports to stakeholders ensuring that a Trust-wide response and action plan is delivered and that all training in all specialties is quality assured.
In collaboration with the DME, DUME, Medical Director and Finance, manage expenditure and resources with the Medical Education budget, ensuring that bids for expenditure are approved within Policy and that regular reviews of budget expenditure are undertaken.
To work with Finance colleagues on all aspects of undergraduate and postgraduate budgets in order to clarify new income, new funding for posts and any cost savings to be made with the allocation of annual budgets based on the number of doctors and students allocated to annual contracts.
To lead on the project management of new initiatives within medical education, formulating project plans, setting deadlines and delivering on key targets, making adjustments to plans as appropriate and facilitating collaborative working across the Trust through meetings with College Tutors and setting up groups as necessary.
To manage the operation of TIS/Healthroster for doctors working within the Trust ensuring that new posts are identified and approved and that all resident doctor data is updated and exchanged with NHS England allowing the Trust to identify and claim salaries for doctors in training and the approval of study leave for those doctors.
To Contribute, participate and demonstrate national initiatives appropriate to medical education that complement or demonstrate the Trusts commitment to provide a safe and skilled workforce.
To ensure that the Trust is achieving the required standards with regard to an efficient, effective and quality Medical Education service.
To ensure the Trust is legally compliant with current legislation related to Equality & Diversity and promote best practice.
Responsible for the purchase of assets and supplies for Medical Education
Responsible for ensuring sufficient staffing levels to enable service provision.
Ensure all office equipment and furniture within Medical Education is satisfactory and meets required standards in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
Participate in the development implement, review and maintenance of policies and procedures within Medical Education.
Keep up to date with changes in Employment Legislation and consider the impact on Medical Education.
Using computer software and associated formulae, develop, implement and produce regular statistical reports for DME and DUME on all aspects of Medical Education delivery in Care Groups, linked to GMC training standards and the impact of improvement interventions
Monitoring of data from Care Groups on Educational/Clinical Supervision and allocation of F1/F2 etc and contribution to education in line with MPET funding
In conjunction with the DME, monitor the effectiveness of processes to deal with Doctors with Differing Needs and ensuring remedial action is taken where necessary
Ensuring E-Portfolio system is managed effectively both within the Medical Education department and within the Care Groups, ensuring Educational and Clinical Supervisor capability and training if necessary.
Acting as key link for NHS England and the lead employer trust (LET) regarding resident doctor contracts and all employment issues relating to training doctors in the Trust.
Maximising external funding opportunities (multi-professional education and training levy (MPET), continuing professional development (CPD) NHS England Contract.
Develop and maintain internal and external relationships, Medical Director, care group clinical directors, Associate Directors of Nursing and Associate Directors of Operations.
Raise the profile of medical education across the Trust, to ensure a continuous improvement in the quality of medical education across the Trust.
Lead by action and inspire others acting as role model, demonstrating the leadership behaviours and values identified by the Trust.
Actively give and receive feedback in a constructive manner.
Any other duties commensurate with band
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience working at middle/senior management level
- Experience of performance management
- Experience of budgetary management
Desirable
- Experience working in the NHS
- Experienced in learning and development, with specialist knowledge in area of medical education and training
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent operational experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Evidence of management and leadership development
Desirable
- Teaching certificate or Certificate in Education or equivalent
- Educated to Masters degree level or equivalent operational experience in Medical Education or HR.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to motivate colleagues and staff
- Excellent organisational skills
- Analytical and strategic skills
- Able to take the lead and facilitate new initiatives/change
- Able to deal with conflict proactively
- Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information.
- Confident/assertive in own abilities
- Able to adapt to rapid change
- Able to work well under pressure and prioritise effectively
- Able to demonstrate resilience and tenacity when working under pressure
- Ability to relate to a wide spectrum of NHS professionals with competing agendas and achieve organisation focused solutions to problems
- Ability to analyse, interpret and manage financial, service and workforce data and respond accordingly
- Adaptable and flexible and able to deal with unpredictable situations and work patterns
- Good report writing and presentation skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft packages, especially Word, Powerpoint and Excel
Desirable
- Highly specialised knowledge of medical education
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience working at middle/senior management level
- Experience of performance management
- Experience of budgetary management
Desirable
- Experience working in the NHS
- Experienced in learning and development, with specialist knowledge in area of medical education and training
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent operational experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Evidence of management and leadership development
Desirable
- Teaching certificate or Certificate in Education or equivalent
- Educated to Masters degree level or equivalent operational experience in Medical Education or HR.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to motivate colleagues and staff
- Excellent organisational skills
- Analytical and strategic skills
- Able to take the lead and facilitate new initiatives/change
- Able to deal with conflict proactively
- Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information.
- Confident/assertive in own abilities
- Able to adapt to rapid change
- Able to work well under pressure and prioritise effectively
- Able to demonstrate resilience and tenacity when working under pressure
- Ability to relate to a wide spectrum of NHS professionals with competing agendas and achieve organisation focused solutions to problems
- Ability to analyse, interpret and manage financial, service and workforce data and respond accordingly
- Adaptable and flexible and able to deal with unpredictable situations and work patterns
- Good report writing and presentation skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft packages, especially Word, Powerpoint and Excel
Desirable
- Highly specialised knowledge of medical education
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2327381
Job summary
Responsible to: Lead Dispenser/The Surgery Managers
Main purpose of post: To issue repeat medications on behalf of the practice following the surgery protocol.
Hours of work: 25 hours per week.
SUMMARY OF MAIN DUTIES
The post-holder will project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors and deal with queries in a professional, courteous and efficient way.
Assist in the preparation, dispensing of prescriptions, for repeat medications requests. Send tasks to other members of the practice for authorising.
This is to cover maternity leave for 12 months with potential for continued hours after maternity cover, in the admin department as a whole.
Main duties of the job
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepared prescriptions
Order repeat medications for dispensing patients/non dispensing from the chemist.
Checking of patient records to ensure they are up to date on blood tests results and annual reviews prior to issuing repeat medications, following the medication review protocol.
Back up to dispensing medications out to patients, if needed.
Undertaking other reasonable duties within the framework of the post as directed by management.
Dispensing and checking repeat prescriptions.
Taking orders for repeats and dealing with queries and support staff.
Using the computer to keep records up to date.
Checking with gps or in patient records if concerned about the appropriateness of requests for medication.
Dealing with queries from patients regarding their prescriptions.
Handling prescription money.
Assisting in stock checks.
Providing cover for annual leave/sickness
About us
Hazeldene House Surgery is a rural G P Practice, with 5 partners and committed to caring for the community with traditional GP Values.
We have just under 8,000 patients and dispense to just over 50% of these in our dispensary.
We are a family friendly team that support one another as well as patients, in the ever increasingly demanding environment of the NHS.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A5255-26-0003
Job locations
Doctors Surgery
Main Road
Great Haywood
Stafford
ST18 0SU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main purpose of post: To issue repeat medications on behalf of the practice following the surgery protocol
The post-holder will project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors and deal with queries in a professional, courteous and efficient way.
Assist in the preparation, dispensing of prescriptions, for repeat medications requests. Send tasks to other members of the practice for authorising.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepared prescriptions
Order repeat medications for dispensing patients/non dispensing from the chemist.
Checking of patient records to ensure they are up to date on blood tests results and annual reviews prior to issuing repeat medications, following medication review protocol.
Back up to dispensing medications out to patients, if needed.
Cleaning work surfaces and shelving on a regular basis and ensuring that that all dispensary equipment is clean and work area is tidy.
Maintaining full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions.
Undertaking other reasonable duties within the framework of the post as directed by management.
Dispensing and checking repeat prescriptions.
Taking orders for repeats and dealing with queries and support staff.
Using the computer to keep records up to date.
Checking with gps or in patient records if concerned about the appropriateness of requests for medication.
Dealing with queries from patients regarding their prescriptions.
Handling prescription money.
Assisting in stock checks.
Providing cover for annual leave/sickness.
CONFIDENTIALITY
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
HEALTH & SAFETY
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
Reporting potential risks identified
Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain
Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of drugs within area of responsibility
Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate
EQUALITY & DIVERSITY
The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main purpose of post: To issue repeat medications on behalf of the practice following the surgery protocol
The post-holder will project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors and deal with queries in a professional, courteous and efficient way.
Assist in the preparation, dispensing of prescriptions, for repeat medications requests. Send tasks to other members of the practice for authorising.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepared prescriptions
Order repeat medications for dispensing patients/non dispensing from the chemist.
Checking of patient records to ensure they are up to date on blood tests results and annual reviews prior to issuing repeat medications, following medication review protocol.
Back up to dispensing medications out to patients, if needed.
Cleaning work surfaces and shelving on a regular basis and ensuring that that all dispensary equipment is clean and work area is tidy.
Maintaining full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions.
Undertaking other reasonable duties within the framework of the post as directed by management.
Dispensing and checking repeat prescriptions.
Taking orders for repeats and dealing with queries and support staff.
Using the computer to keep records up to date.
Checking with gps or in patient records if concerned about the appropriateness of requests for medication.
Dealing with queries from patients regarding their prescriptions.
Handling prescription money.
Assisting in stock checks.
Providing cover for annual leave/sickness.
CONFIDENTIALITY
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
HEALTH & SAFETY
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
Reporting potential risks identified
Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain
Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of drugs within area of responsibility
Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate
EQUALITY & DIVERSITY
The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A to C
- Computer skills - confident with Microsoft Word, Excel etc.,
Desirable
- Good Telephone Manner,
- Emis Web experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A to C
- Computer skills - confident with Microsoft Word, Excel etc.,
Desirable
- Good Telephone Manner,
- Emis Web 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
Hazeldene House Surgery
Address
Doctors Surgery
Main Road
Great Haywood
Stafford
ST18 0SU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hazeldene.house-surgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Hazeldene House Surgery
Address
Doctors Surgery
Main Road
Great Haywood
Stafford
ST18 0SU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hazeldene.house-surgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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