Job summary

Are you a Dental Nurse looking for an interesting role in orthodontics?

We have a great opportunity for a dental nurse to join our busy and friendly team. This position is available part time, 3 days per week; Days to be discussed during interview.

Please note, this position will be based at Royal Bournemouth Hospital but there may be a requirement to work at Dorset County Hospital.

Right to Work in the UK:This role is not availablefor Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Main duties of the job

You will:

• Provide comprehensive support to the Clinical staff in all aspect of orthodontic treatment and dental surgery management
• Prepare clinical areas including instrument care and management, cross infection control, managing equipment and materials as required.
• Support the team in providing high quality patient focussed care

You have:

• Full GDC registration
• Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
• Experience of dental nursing preferably in a hospital setting

We can offer you:

• An opportunity to learn more about orthodontic nursing
• A chance to work with a large multidisciplinary team including therapists, hygienists, technicians, oral health educators and orthodontic nurses.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

Part time hours available.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a small friendly team undertaking receptionist and administrative duties in our Emergency Department.

The Emergency Department is a busy, interesting place to work and sees 47,000 patients a year on average and the majority of them are booked in by our ED Receptionist/Clerk Team.

Emergency Department Reception operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week so you will work as part of a rota.

You will be allocated a mixture of shifts including nights, weekends and some bank holidays.

• Early - 6:30am - 2:30pm
• Double Up - 10:30am - 6:30pm
• Late - 2:30pm - 10:30pm
• Twilight - 6:30pm - 2:30am
• Night - 10:30pm - 6:30am

Rotas are planned 6 weeks in advance, you will have the ability to request certain shifts and days off and enhancements are payable for unsociable hours.

If you have good customer service, communication and administrative skills, are flexible in your approach, reliable and enjoy working in a busy, dynamic environment we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The role is located within the Emergency Department at Dorset County Hospital in Dorchester.

Your role will include:

• Duties associated with the Emergency Department Reception
  • Booking in Ambulances
  • Booking in Walk-in Patients
  • Assisting Patients Relatives
  • Answering phone calls from other hospital wards
• Duties associated with Bed Bureau
  • Answering calls from GP Surgeries
  • Liaising with speciality services
  • Booking transport for patients

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

About us

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Job summary

You will be a key member of the Emergency Department team, providing expert clinical education and support across all adult and paediatric areas, including Resus, Triage, EDAU, Fit to Sit and Majors. This is a fast-paced environment with a high turnover of patients and a wide range of clinical presentations, requiring a confident, proactive educator who can work alongside staff in real time to promote safe, effective and evidence-based practice.

As a Clinical Practice Educator, you will lead on developing staff competence, confidence and professional growth across all bands. You will organise, deliver and evaluate education that supports high-quality emergency and trauma care, ensuring staff are equipped to meet the demands of a busy ED. Your role will be central to fostering a positive learning culture, supporting clinical excellence and enhancing patient experience.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Main duties of the job

• Lead, coordinate and deliver high-quality clinical education across all Emergency Department areas, involving both adults and paediatrics.

• Provide visible, hands-on clinical support, working alongside staff in real time to identify learning needs, reinforce safe practice and promote high standards of emergency care.

• Develop, implement and monitor competency frameworks to ensure staff at all bands maintain the skills required for a high-turnover ED environment with complex adult and paediatric presentations.

• Support induction, preceptorship and ongoing development for new starters, students, internationally-educated nurses and existing staff, ensuring consistent learning experiences across all clinical areas.

• Facilitate clinical supervision, assessment and sign-off, including reflective practice, skills development and professional growth.

• Collaborate with senior nursing, medical and AHP teams to ensure education aligns with service priorities, trauma pathways, patient safety standards and national guidance.

• Act as a specialist resource for emergency and trauma care, providing guidance on best practice, policy updates and emerging evidence.

• Monitor training compliance and evaluate learning outcomes, producing reports and action plans to support continuous improvement.

• Promote a positive learning culture, encouraging innovation, supporting wellbeing and helping staff thrive in a demanding, fast-paced ED environment.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

To provide an efficient courier service for the Decontamination Services Department.To include delivery and collection of records and reusable medical devices.

To provide a courier service which delivers and collects records and reusable medical devices within the trust and from various healthcare establishments and acute Trusts such as Salisbury, Royal Bournemouth, Poole and Southampton on a routine and ad hoc basis.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Main duties of the job

o Sorting, delivery and collection of records and reusable medical devices

o Responsibility for reporting any faults and defects to your vehicle

o Responsibility for the daily maintenance of your vehicle

o Ensuring vehicle receives its planned maintenance

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

Join HealthSet and help shape the workforce behind a major digital transformation

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior HR professional to join the HealthSet programme, working across:

• Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
• Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
• University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.

HealthSet brings together colleagues across four NHS organisations and this role will provide strategic HR and workforce leadership to the programme.

Working with HealthSet programme leadership, HR Business Partners and senior leaders across the partner Trusts, you will lead and influence the people and workforce agenda required to support successful programme delivery.

Interview Date: TBC

Main duties of the job

As the HealthSet HR Business Partner, you will provide strategic HR leadership across workforce planning, recruitment and retention, organisational development, employee engagement, leadership development, workforce transformation, organisational design and workforce analytics.

Working closely with senior leaders, you will provide expert advice, challenge and support to develop workforce solutions that enable the successful delivery of programme objectives.

A key element of the role is working across organisational boundaries. You will build strong relationships across the four partner Trusts and collaborate with HR and People teams to ensure a consistent and effective workforce approach.

You will also provide line management and support to the HealthSet Workforce Lead and HealthSet Workforce Coordinator, helping to coordinate workforce activity and priorities across the programme.

About you

You will be an experienced HR professional with a strong background in workforce strategy, organisational development and change management. You will have experience influencing senior stakeholders, delivering workforce initiatives and supporting service transformation.

You will be skilled at building trusted relationships, working across organisations and using workforce information to support decision-making. Knowledge of the NHS workforce agenda is essential.

This is a highly visible partnership role requiring travel across the HealthSet partner Trusts and an on-site presence.

About us

Healthsetis a joint programme across four trusts in Dorset and Somerset to deliver a shared electronic health record (EHR) for acute, community and mental health services, working with our system provider, Epic. This once-in-a-generation programme will transform how information is recorded,sharedand accessed, enabling colleagues to spend less time working around systems and more time caring.

Our teams deliver safe, compassionate care every day, but we still rely on multiple systems, separaterecordsand paper processes. This can mean patients repeating their story and colleagues spending valuable time duplicating work or managing gaps in information. For our digital teams, this means managing multiple legacy systems and data sources to support users to deliver services.

Healthsetis our shared response. By introducing one EHR across our organisations, we will support morejoined-upworking, saferdecision-makingand better use of information, freeing up more time for care.

This ambitious programme will fundamentally change how health and care is delivered across Dorset and Somerset in a way that is clinically and financially sustainable. We will be guided by doing the right thing for our patients, carers,peopleand communities, while creating a working environment that better supports our colleagues.

Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

153-CO07024

Job locations

Dorset / Somerset

Dorset / Somerset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
• Member of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Fellow of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Coaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial generalist and senior HR experience in advising senior managers on best practice HR approaches, particularly relating to change management.
• Experience in successful leading and delivering OD and/or workforce projects
• Experience in developing and implementing OD and Workforce strategy.
• Experience in managing complex and sensitive employment relations issues.

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge of current thinking on good HR practice on all aspects of HR management.
• Knowledge of current workforce and HR agenda in the NHS
• Ability to relate to managers, understanding different education, approaches, styles and expertise and utilise this knowledge to develop effective relationship and cooperative ways of working to achieve the Trust's aim
• Ability to work effectively and be comfortable with achieving through influence and leadership.

Desirable

• Project Management skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience Member of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Desirable Fellow of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Coaching qualification Experience Essential Substantial generalist and senior HR experience in advising senior managers on best practice HR approaches, particularly relating to change management. Experience in successful leading and delivering OD and/or workforce projects Experience in developing and implementing OD and Workforce strategy. Experience in managing complex and sensitive employment relations issues. Skills Essential Demonstrable knowledge of current thinking on good HR practice on all aspects of HR management. Knowledge of current workforce and HR agenda in the NHS Ability to relate to managers, understanding different education, approaches, styles and expertise and utilise this knowledge to develop effective relationship and cooperative ways of working to achieve the Trust's aim Ability to work effectively and be comfortable with achieving through influence and leadership. Desirable Project Management skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset / Somerset

Dorset / Somerset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset / Somerset

Dorset / Somerset

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Senior Finance Business Partner is responsible for providing strategic and operational financial leadership to Divisional management teams, ensuring that financial resources are used effectively to support delivery of the Trust's objectives. The postholder leads all aspects of financial management for their portfolio, including budget setting, forecasting, financial reporting, business case support, efficiency programmes, financial recovery plans and long-term financial planning.

The role acts as a trusted advisor to senior operational managers, translating complex financial information into clear business insight and providing constructive challenge to performance, costs and decision-making. The postholder is expected to influence senior leaders, support major service developments, identify risks and opportunities, and ensure robust financial governance across their areas of responsibility.

In addition to financial leadership responsibilities, the role manages and develops a team of Finance Business Partners, Management Accountants and trainees, ensuring the delivery of accurate month-end reporting, strong financial controls and a high-quality finance business partnering service. The postholder also deputises for the Head of Management Accounts when required.

Main duties of the job

• Lead financial support for Divisional services and senior management teams.

• Deliver monthly reporting, forecasting and financial performance analysis.

• Lead annual budget setting and business planning processes.

• Support development of the Trust's operational and long-term financial strategy.

• Challenge financial performance and drive efficiency improvement programmes.

• Provide financial advice on business cases, service developments and investment decisions.

• Lead and develop finance staff, ensuring delivery of Finance KPIs and service standards.

• Build strong relationships with Divisional leaders, budget holders and wider stakeholders.

• Contribute to deficit recovery, productivity improvement and medium-term financial planning

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibilitycriteria.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-26-AC521MAN

Job locations

Colliton House

Dorchester

DT1 1JH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder will report to the Head of Management Accounts and will be the responsible primary finance contact providing robust management accounts for the Divisional functions within the Trust linked to the Trusts strategic objectivesThe post holder will deputise for the Head of Management Accounts as necessaryThe post holder will ensure effective use of the Divisional financial resources in pursuit of agreed goals, in line with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions The post holder will constructively and positively challenge all aspects of Divisional financial performance, whilst maintaining excellent working relationshipsThe post holder will play a primary role in providing comprehensive, proactive management accounts support, providing a full range of advice to senior managers related to the relevant budget areaThe post holder will produce robust monthly reporting position in line with timetable to enable accurate, timely and effective reporting for Divisional leads linked to workforce, activity and performance areas that will directly contribute to wider Trust reporting, working closely with colleagues to ensure accurate results and delivery to timetableThe post holder will provide an accurate monthly forecast position of the Divisional areas financial position for that year against the planned position with detailed risks, mitigations and opportunities highlighted Thepost holder will provide monthly financial reports for the Divisional areas that are effective and useful to support decisions and delivery of efficienciesThe post holder will support the Divisional areas in the financial aspects of business case production and provide advice and support as necessary, with a clear understanding of workforce, activity and performance implications required including impact of support service areas as required The post holder will contribute relevant data supporting the development of the Trusts operational plan and long term financial strategy, working closely and effectively with other members of the senior finance teamTo post holder will have a key role planning and coordinating the Divisional areas annual business planning including the development of budgets and supporting with Sustainability and Efficiency programmes for these areasThe post holder will manage and support a team of staff in accordance with Trust policies and ensuring the team provide a high quality service to their customers and be responsible for accurate, timely month end production, proactive reporting and internal controls including the delivery of appropriate Finance KPIsThe post holder will ensure that all budget managers receive regular appropriate training in the understanding and interpretation of financial reports including cost control best practice and ensure they are capable of reviewing them and taking the appropriate action of their own initiative The post holder will support the annual business planning round, responsible for Divisional areas including development of the Trust plan, budget setting, income generation support, business development, Sustainability and Efficiency delivery, medium term financial planning and underlying deficit recovery including Productivity and benchmarking reviews

Job description Job responsibilities The postholder will report to the Head of Management Accounts and will be the responsible primary finance contact providing robust management accounts for the Divisional functions within the Trust linked to the Trusts strategic objectivesThe post holder will deputise for the Head of Management Accounts as necessaryThe post holder will ensure effective use of the Divisional financial resources in pursuit of agreed goals, in line with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions The post holder will constructively and positively challenge all aspects of Divisional financial performance, whilst maintaining excellent working relationshipsThe post holder will play a primary role in providing comprehensive, proactive management accounts support, providing a full range of advice to senior managers related to the relevant budget areaThe post holder will produce robust monthly reporting position in line with timetable to enable accurate, timely and effective reporting for Divisional leads linked to workforce, activity and performance areas that will directly contribute to wider Trust reporting, working closely with colleagues to ensure accurate results and delivery to timetableThe post holder will provide an accurate monthly forecast position of the Divisional areas financial position for that year against the planned position with detailed risks, mitigations and opportunities highlighted Thepost holder will provide monthly financial reports for the Divisional areas that are effective and useful to support decisions and delivery of efficienciesThe post holder will support the Divisional areas in the financial aspects of business case production and provide advice and support as necessary, with a clear understanding of workforce, activity and performance implications required including impact of support service areas as required The post holder will contribute relevant data supporting the development of the Trusts operational plan and long term financial strategy, working closely and effectively with other members of the senior finance teamTo post holder will have a key role planning and coordinating the Divisional areas annual business planning including the development of budgets and supporting with Sustainability and Efficiency programmes for these areasThe post holder will manage and support a team of staff in accordance with Trust policies and ensuring the team provide a high quality service to their customers and be responsible for accurate, timely month end production, proactive reporting and internal controls including the delivery of appropriate Finance KPIsThe post holder will ensure that all budget managers receive regular appropriate training in the understanding and interpretation of financial reports including cost control best practice and ensure they are capable of reviewing them and taking the appropriate action of their own initiative The post holder will support the annual business planning round, responsible for Divisional areas including development of the Trust plan, budget setting, income generation support, business development, Sustainability and Efficiency delivery, medium term financial planning and underlying deficit recovery including Productivity and benchmarking reviews

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Professional qualification (CCAB) in accountancy (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA) or demonstrable experience at a senior level in a similar environment
• Evidence of having kept technically up to date

Experience

Essential

• Significant, recent experience in a senior finance position
• In depth and applied knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
• Experience of budgetary control, financial planning and forecasting in the NHS or an equivalent large and complex organisation

Desirable

• Significant experience of managing and developing staff

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent communicator both verbally and in writing
• Ability to present and explain financial information in a manner that can easily be understood by non-finance managers
• Ability to make use of systems (e.g. Excel, Microsoft Word) to prepare and present accurate, clear information and to identify what can be produced from other financial systems
• Record of delivering to tight deadlines
• Record of improving processes and reporting in previous roles
• Record of influencing staff, colleagues and budget holders to achieve positive outcomes
• Record of analysing areas of work to identify and implement improvements
• Record of successfully training and coaching staff
• Team player who complies with policies set by senior management
• Flexible and resilient

Person Specification Education, Qualifications and Training Essential Professional qualification (CCAB) in accountancy (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA) or demonstrable experience at a senior level in a similar environment Evidence of having kept technically up to date Experience Essential Significant, recent experience in a senior finance position In depth and applied knowledge of financial and accounting procedures Experience of budgetary control, financial planning and forecasting in the NHS or an equivalent large and complex organisation Desirable Significant experience of managing and developing staff Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Essential Excellent analytical skills Excellent communicator both verbally and in writing Ability to present and explain financial information in a manner that can easily be understood by non-finance managers Ability to make use of systems (e.g. Excel, Microsoft Word) to prepare and present accurate, clear information and to identify what can be produced from other financial systems Record of delivering to tight deadlines Record of improving processes and reporting in previous roles Record of influencing staff, colleagues and budget holders to achieve positive outcomes Record of analysing areas of work to identify and implement improvements Record of successfully training and coaching staff Team player who complies with policies set by senior management Flexible and resilient

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Colliton House

Dorchester

DT1 1JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Colliton House

Dorchester

DT1 1JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is a key role within digital medicines responsible for supporting, maintaining and optimising existing EPMA systems, delivering quality and capability improvement, and providing professional oversight to ensure high standards of patient safety and care. This role works closely with the system/joint lead pharmacist digital medicines to coordinate Trust digital systems with system-wide digital medicines priorities.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role may be availablefor sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Sponsorship will be determined based on your current situation and on a case-by-case basis.

Main duties of the job

Support, maintain, backup, security & development of Pharmacy IT systems including pharmacy stock control (PSC), electronic prescribing and medicines administration (EPMA) system, prescription tracking system (PTS), wireless temperature monitoring (Aeroscout), dispensary robot (PICL software).

Ensure the delivery of ePACT and RxInfo data.

Make the best use of IT, providing the strategic drive to guide, support and progress several important department and trust initiatives.

Develop and maintain an effective working relationships with all provider Trusts in Dorset with regards to EPMA.

Support the review and actioning of business continuity and contingency plans.

Provide training of staff in the use of digital medicine systems, assisting in the drafting/implementation of guides and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Assist in the reporting duties of the Digital Medicines Team

Assist & support the Principal Pharmacy Technician Digital Medicines, provide cover for their absence and for responsibilities.

As required to provide a range of dispensing and checking duties within the pharmacy using own professional knowledge ensuring duties are performed in line with Good Dispensing Practice (GDP). This will include inpatient, outpatient, and discharge medications alongside medicines management activities.

To promote Health & Safety and quality issues within the pharmacy service.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £39,043 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-26-HS524PHA

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide specialist expertise within pharmacy regarding IT systems and act as a liaison between pharmacy and DTI.

To work collaboratively with other departments, trusts and providers with regard to supporting and developing the digital pharmacy workforce as a whole.

To be responsible for attending and completing all appropriate mandatory training, including Good Distribution Practice Training, as outlined on the training matrix.

To be responsible for reading, understanding, and following all appropriate Standard Operating Procedures applicable to their role as outlined on the Department Training Matrix.

To be responsible for maintaining and completing their appropriate competencies and assessments.

To work independently in the dispensing of prescriptions and supply of medicines, utilising accredited technician checking (ACT) status to check the work of others in accordance with Trust procedures.

To maintain registered Pharmacy technician status and accreditations (e.g. ACT) where applicable.

Participate in appropriate training and development activities, including your own personal development (CPD).

Undertakes audits and other research activities led by Pharmacists.

To participate in the weekend and Bank Holiday working rotas.

Undertake any other relevant duties as required by the Pharmacy Senior Management Team.

Job description Job responsibilities Provide specialist expertise within pharmacy regarding IT systems and act as a liaison between pharmacy and DTI. To work collaboratively with other departments, trusts and providers with regard to supporting and developing the digital pharmacy workforce as a whole. To be responsible for attending and completing all appropriate mandatory training, including Good Distribution Practice Training, as outlined on the training matrix. To be responsible for reading, understanding, and following all appropriate Standard Operating Procedures applicable to their role as outlined on the Department Training Matrix. To be responsible for maintaining and completing their appropriate competencies and assessments. To work independently in the dispensing of prescriptions and supply of medicines, utilising accredited technician checking (ACT) status to check the work of others in accordance with Trust procedures. To maintain registered Pharmacy technician status and accreditations (e.g. ACT) where applicable. Participate in appropriate training and development activities, including your own personal development (CPD). Undertakes audits and other research activities led by Pharmacists. To participate in the weekend and Bank Holiday working rotas. Undertake any other relevant duties as required by the Pharmacy Senior Management Team.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy and/or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.
• Registered Technician with GPhC
• Qualification in the use of IT

Desirable

• Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) status
• Practice Supervisor qualification or equivalent.

Work experience

Essential

• User experience and understanding of Digital Medicine Systems and the application for dispensing, stock management and electronic prescribing

Desirable

• Experience of training pharmacy and/or clinical staff
• Significant experience as a hospital pharmacy technician
• Technician Checking Accreditation (ACPT)
• Management qualification, or equivalent experience (people or system)

Personal skillset

Desirable

• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, working methodically and accurately
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of the legal aspects of technician checking and the law relating to prescriptions
• Good and broad understanding of pharmacy practice in order to support and advise other staff
• Ability to attend and represent Digital Medicines team at local, regional and national multi-disciplinary team meetings.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative, able to plan and organise straightforward activities, adjusting plans and priorities as necessary depending upon circumstances.
• Good communication skills both oral & written
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety issues and their implications for staff, including COSHH.
• Good knowledge of the legal requirements (Law and Ethics) for dispensing and supplying medicines, including controlled drugs
• Able to work flexibly within a team whilst having the ability to supervise, motivate and direct a team
• Able to work flexibly and participate in weekend working, Bank Holiday rotas and other rotas as operational duties require
• Committed to continuing professional development (CPD)
• Ability to write bespoke PowerBI and Crystal reports and be able to validate results
• Computer literacy & keyboard skills

Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Essential BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy and/or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent. Registered Technician with GPhC Qualification in the use of IT Desirable Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) status Practice Supervisor qualification or equivalent. Work experience Essential User experience and understanding of Digital Medicine Systems and the application for dispensing, stock management and electronic prescribing Desirable Experience of training pharmacy and/or clinical staff Significant experience as a hospital pharmacy technician Technician Checking Accreditation (ACPT) Management qualification, or equivalent experience (people or system) Personal skillset Desirable Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, working methodically and accurately Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to meet deadlines. Knowledge of the legal aspects of technician checking and the law relating to prescriptions Good and broad understanding of pharmacy practice in order to support and advise other staff Ability to attend and represent Digital Medicines team at local, regional and national multi-disciplinary team meetings. Ability to work with minimum supervision Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative, able to plan and organise straightforward activities, adjusting plans and priorities as necessary depending upon circumstances. Good communication skills both oral & written Ability to work as part of a team Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety issues and their implications for staff, including COSHH. Good knowledge of the legal requirements (Law and Ethics) for dispensing and supplying medicines, including controlled drugs Able to work flexibly within a team whilst having the ability to supervise, motivate and direct a team Able to work flexibly and participate in weekend working, Bank Holiday rotas and other rotas as operational duties require Committed to continuing professional development (CPD) Ability to write bespoke PowerBI and Crystal reports and be able to validate results Computer literacy & keyboard skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Pharmacy Department has exciting development opportunities for enthusiastic individuals to join our team of Pharmacy Assistants. If you wish to be part of a dynamic and innovative team, and start a career in Pharmacy, join us as a Pharmacy Assistant.

This would be an exciting first step on a potential career in Pharmacy and subject to recruitment processes, could lead to further qualifications leading to becoming a student pre-registration pharmacy technician and a registered Pharmacy technician.

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week. Staff will be expected to work weekends, Bank Holidays & late duties on a rotational basis. Staff are expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business and services provided as required.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision of Senior Technicians, you will be involved in a broad range of activities in the Pharmacy department. This post will be within our busy dispensary that caters to Dorset County Hospitals Inpatients, Outpatients and also to the Dorset Healthcare Community Hospitals.You will have received a good standard of general education and have attained a GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English (or equivalent). You must be suitable to undertake and achieve a Level 2 Pharmacy Services qualification within a minimum of 12 months.

You will need to possess excellent communication skills, be self-motivated and have a flexible approach to work and be open to changing practices. Attention to detail is important and you must be able to work as part of a team but also able to demonstrate initiative and work in a professional and timely manner. You will need to be able to work well under pressure and have a flexible approach. Computer literacy is required although appropriate training on pharmacy systems will be provided.

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

About us

The purpose-built Pharmacy provides a clinical pharmacy service to Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The dispensary and distribution teams benefits from a new BD robot installation, a Prescription Tracking System and the Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration is in use throughout the hospital.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Right to work in the UK: This role is not availablefor Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this role in line with UKVI regulations.

Job summary

As a Clinical Pharmacy Assistant you will be required to complete a medicines management qualification to allow you to accurately assess patients own medications and provide a medication supply as per departmental standard operating procedures (SOP's).

You will need to possess excellent communication skills, be self-motivated and have a flexible approach to work and be open to changing practices. Attention to detail is important and you must be able to work as part of a team but also able to demonstrate initiative and work in a professional and timely manner.

You will need to be able to work well under pressure and have a flexible approach. Computer literacy is required although appropriate training on pharmacy systems will be provided.

37.5 hrs per week. Staff will be expected to work weekends, Bank Holidays & late duties on a rotational basis. Staff are expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business and services provided as required.

Main duties of the job

You will assist the Pharmacy Medicines Management Team at ward level to ensure the smooth discharge of patients, assessment of patients own medicines, as well as ordering any medicines required to avoid missed doses and support discharge, transfer of patient's medicines between wards, labelling and dispensing of medicines for patients and manage medicine returns from wards.

Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, Senior Technician or lead clinical assistant you will be involved in a broad range of activities in the Pharmacy department and at ward level. You will visit a variety of wards to provide medicines provision for patients. You will work as part of a team providing a quality dispensing service.

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

About us

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Job summary

To provide a comprehensive typing and administrational service to members of the team in order to assist in the achievement of departmental objectives. The post holder will work closely with the team to ensure the delivery of a high quality service. This will require the utilisation of good typing, administrative, communication and interpersonal skills.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

This Service is currently going through a restructure and therefore there may be the need to work across the Dorset system

Main duties of the job

• communicate tactfully and politely with patients/carers and staff in the exchange of verbal and written information;
• communicate with external Trusts and other departments within the Trust;
• deal with telephone and face-to-face enquiries efficiently and with understanding, taking action as appropriate;
• plan and organise own time/work;
• adjust clinic times as necessary;
• ensure notes are ready for clinics and arrange secure transfer between hospital sites as necessary;
• take minutes at meetings as requested;
• arrange meetings, for example, audit meetings, service meetings, training days;
• type back from dictation, audio or otherwise, all letters and information and take action as necessary within agreed procedures;
• provide information and advice to patients/carers about admissions and appointments;
• follow all relevant Trust policies and adhere to department guidelines/standard operating procedures at all times
• maintain and develop patient information, clerical, secretarial and record keeping systems, both paper based and electronic, in line with established Trust systems, liaising with other departments, including Medical Records and Trust Headquarters, where necessary;

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

Applications are invited from highly motivated individuals for a Medical Laboratory Assistant post in the award winning Microbiology Department at Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust.

The department provides a wide range of analytical, diagnostic and interpretative service to hospitals, clinics and GP practices.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will be required to undertake basic laboratory tasks which include specimen reception, keyboard entry of data into the laboratory management system and preparation of laboratory materials.

Working in the Microbiology Laboratory area you will be responsible for ensuring that the samples received into the department are recorded and prepared appropriately. You will also triage requests ensuring that urgent work is fast tracked appropriately.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

The Diagnostic Imaging department are recruiting a full-time clerical administrator for a 6 month fixed-term contract. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth running of both services, supporting both patients and staff.

If you are enthusiastic, empathetic and have excellent communication and prioritisation skills you could be the ideal candidate. The role will suit a team player who is also able to act on their own initiative.

The role includes dealing with enquiries from patients and staff, and booking appointments via the telephone, email and in person. In addition, the role includes providing patients with support, non-clinical advice and information including appointment queries.

Main duties of the job

• To deal with enquiries from patients, staff and visitors
• To lead clinic coordination under the guidance of the department manager
• To set up maintain, modify and cancel data entry with a high level of accuracy
• To provide an administrative and clerical service to facilitate the smooth running of the Diagnostic Imaging department
• To support the clinical staff by monitoring patient waiting times and informing patients of delays
• To liaise with the wards and department to coordinate IP appointments including advice on department requirements and patient preparation
• Provide a polite and helpful first point of contact for patients, staff and visitors
• The accurate sending and receiving of electronic data using the Radiology PACS system and Image Exchange Portal.
• Responsible for accurate input of patient information onto the Radiology Information Systems.
• To provide reception support, which involves actively checking the reception area and supporting distribution of handwarmers prior to investigation.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

About us

The Diagnostic Imaging service at Dorset County Hospital is an innovative and growing department. Radiology currently has 3 CT and 2 MRI scanners, highly skilled Ultrasound, Interventional and Fluoroscopy departments along with X-ray and Mammography. We have expanded with a CT scanner in the Weymouth site, and in addition X-Ray and Ultrasound facilities in the South Walks Site. The New Emergency Department, due in 2027, will have X-Ray and CT services included.

Based across multiple sites we have worked hard to ensure we offer an accessible and quality service for our patients. This is reflected in our achievement to gain and maintain our UKAS BS70000 accreditation, the state-of-the-art equipment we use for imaging and expansion of Community Diagnostic Centres.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

Job summary

We're growing -- and we'd love you to grow with us.

Our Stroke Service is expanding to support patients across Dorset and Somerset, including the launch of our brand-new Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit (HASU).

We are recruiting Band 5 Registered Nurses who want to make a real difference at one of the most critical moments in a person's life.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team delivering high-quality, time-critical stroke care across the full pathway -- hyper-acute, acute, and early rehabilitation.

As a Band 5 Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, compassionate, evidence-based care to patients with complex neurological needs. You will work closely with our Stroke Consultants, Specialist Nurses, Therapists, and wider MDT to support patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Main duties of the job

What we're looking for

We welcome applications from nurses who are:

• Passionate about stroke care
• Confident in fast-paced clinical environments
• Keen to develop skills in NIHSS, thrombolysis/thrombectomy pathways, dysphagia management, and neurological assessment
• Motivated to work in a service that is growing, innovating, and improving outcomes for patients across two counties

What you'll be doing

• Delivering high-quality nursing care to patients with acute and hyper-acute stroke presentations
• Completing neurological observations, NIHSS scoring, and escalation
• Supporting post-thrombolysis monitoring and early mobilisation
• Working closely with the MDT to deliver personalised rehabilitation plans
• Communicating sensitively with patients and families during complex and emotional situations
• Contributing to service development as we launch our HASU

What we offer

• Full stroke-specific induction
• NIHSS training and competency sign-off
• Opportunities to rotate into the Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit
• Access to stroke specialist education and CPD
• Supportive leadership and a strong MDT culture
• Clear development pathways into Band 6 Stroke Specialist role

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

This exciting opportunity would suit an experienced and motivated individual with a proven track record of driving innovation. We are seeking to recruit someone with strong business acumen, a proactive 'can-do' attitude, and experience of turning innovative ideas into practical outcomes. As the Innovation and Development Project Manager, you will play a key role within the newly created Innovation and Development Team driving the development of innovation and commercial opportunities across Dorset HealthCare, Dorset County Hospital and the wider Dorset health and care system. You will works alongside, and not in place of, the established Commercial and Business Development function, with developments transferring into operational and commercial management once proven and embedded.

Please note: As part of our federated model this role is limited to applications from current employees of Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust or Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust only.

This is a full time post, although requests for flexible working will be considered. Applications are welcome on a secondment, part-time or job share basis.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will be the delivery lead within the innovation and development team, reporting to the Innovation and Development Programme Manager (Band 8a) and line managing the Band 6 Innovation and Development Project Officer.

The postholder leads the day-to-day delivery of the team's work programme across three linked portfolios:

1. Dorset Innovation Hub -- co-hosted by Dorset HealthCare and Health Sciences University, running the Hub's work programme and leading individual cross-organisational projects.

2. Federation Innovation -- leading innovation and cost improvement projects across the Federation (the partnership arrangement between Dorset HealthCare and Dorset County Hospital, with a combined turnover of approximately £750m), including the initial priority of secure transport.

3. Private Patient Development -- developing the practical building blocks for private patient services, including within Dorset HealthCare where these do not yet exist.

The postholder personally leads the largest and most complex projects in the team's portfolio, undertakes the analysis and diagnostic work that underpins business cases, and works directly with clinical, operational and finance colleagues to implement agreed changes.

The balance of work across the three portfolios will vary considerably over the life of the programme. The postholder will be expected to work flexibly across all three, with priorities agreed and reviewed regularly with their line manager.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

152-S090.26

Job locations

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected] This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Educated to Master's degree level, or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience gained through professional training and practice.

Desirable

• Project management qualification, or equivalent practical experience of structured project delivery

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of delivering projects or change from start to finish, with demonstrable outcomes
• Experience of working effectively with people across organisational, sectoral and professional boundaries to achieve shared goals
• Experience of analysing complex financial, activity or demand information and using it to identify opportunities and build a case for change
• Experience of engaging and influencing colleagues over whom the postholder has no line authority, including senior and clinical staff
• Experience of leading or developing others, formally or informally

Desirable

• Experience of developing new ideas, services or opportunities and taking them into practice
• Experience of commercial development, income generation or private patient services

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• Able to communicate complex and sometimes contentious information clearly to a range of audiences, using influence and negotiation where there may be resistance or barriers to understanding
• Ability to plan and organise a broad range of complex activities; and adjust plans or strategies to meet the needs of the Trust in a changing environment.
• Sound analysis and judgement, with the ability to plan, organise and adjust complex work in a changing environment
• Able to work independently and in a team orientated, collaborative environment

Desirable

• Experience of facilitating workshops and producing papers and presentations for a senior audience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Educated to Master's degree level, or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience gained through professional training and practice. Desirable Project management qualification, or equivalent practical experience of structured project delivery KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of delivering projects or change from start to finish, with demonstrable outcomes Experience of working effectively with people across organisational, sectoral and professional boundaries to achieve shared goals Experience of analysing complex financial, activity or demand information and using it to identify opportunities and build a case for change Experience of engaging and influencing colleagues over whom the postholder has no line authority, including senior and clinical staff Experience of leading or developing others, formally or informally Desirable Experience of developing new ideas, services or opportunities and taking them into practice Experience of commercial development, income generation or private patient services PERSONAL QUALITIES Essential Able to communicate complex and sometimes contentious information clearly to a range of audiences, using influence and negotiation where there may be resistance or barriers to understanding Ability to plan and organise a broad range of complex activities; and adjust plans or strategies to meet the needs of the Trust in a changing environment. Sound analysis and judgement, with the ability to plan, organise and adjust complex work in a changing environment Able to work independently and in a team orientated, collaborative environment Desirable Experience of facilitating workshops and producing papers and presentations for a senior audience ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively. Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you an individual with a 'can-do' attitude who thrives on finding creative ways to drive innovation? If so, this could be the role for you.

We are seeking to recruit a proactive and motivated Innovation and Development Officer to join our newly established Innovation and Development Team within the Joint Transformation and Improvement Directorate.

This is an exciting opportunity to help identify, develop, and implement innovative approaches that improve outcomes, services, and support organisational objectives across DCH, DHC, and wider Dorset. The role suits someone who wants to build project, analytical and commercial experience within a small, visible team working on genuinely new ground.

Please note: This role is open to employees of Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust or Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust only.

This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.

Main duties of the job

The postholder would provide analytical, coordination and delivery support that underpins the work of the innovation and development team, reporting to the Innovation and Development Project Manager. The role keeps the pipeline visible, the evidence solid and the partnership running, and delivers defined projects and workstreams in its own right. It spans three linked portfolios:1. Dorset Innovation Hub -- co-hosted by Dorset HealthCare and Health Sciences University, coordinating the Hub's operation, events and partner communication.2. Federation Innovation -- providing the data, analysis and tracking behind innovation and cost improvement projects across the Federation (the partnership arrangement between Dorset HealthCare and Dorset County Hospital, with a combined turnover of approximately £750m).3. Private Patient Development -- analysing activity, capacity and income information, and supporting engagement with clinical and operational teams.The postholder is often the first point of contact for colleagues across the Federation with an idea, and for partner organisations working with the Hub. The balance of work across the three portfolios will vary considerably over the life of the programme. The postholder will be expected to work flexibly across all three, with priorities agreed and reviewed regularly with their line manager.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

152-S092.26

Job locations

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Educated to degree level, or equivalent knowledge and experience gained through practice
• Project management or improvement training or qualification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of working with data or information to produce analysis, reports or recommendations
• Experience of supporting or delivering projects, programmes or change, and of keeping work on track
• Experience of coordinating activity across teams or organisations, including meetings, actions and deadlines
• Confident use of Excel to organise and analyse data, and of Word and PowerPoint to produce clear documents and presentations

Desirable

• Experience of working with colleagues from other organisations or sectors
• Experience of organising events, workshops or similar
• Understanding of the NHS, or of another large and complex organisation

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• Able to communicate clearly in writing and in person, adapting to audiences with different levels of knowledge
• Well organised, able to plan own work across competing demands and deliver to deadlines
• Curious and willing to learn, comfortable working on things that have not been done before

Person Specification ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Educated to degree level, or equivalent knowledge and experience gained through practice Project management or improvement training or qualification KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of working with data or information to produce analysis, reports or recommendations Experience of supporting or delivering projects, programmes or change, and of keeping work on track Experience of coordinating activity across teams or organisations, including meetings, actions and deadlines Confident use of Excel to organise and analyse data, and of Word and PowerPoint to produce clear documents and presentations Desirable Experience of working with colleagues from other organisations or sectors Experience of organising events, workshops or similar Understanding of the NHS, or of another large and complex organisation PERSONAL QUALITIES Essential Able to communicate clearly in writing and in person, adapting to audiences with different levels of knowledge Well organised, able to plan own work across competing demands and deliver to deadlines Curious and willing to learn, comfortable working on things that have not been done before

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

2 Nuffield Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate

Poole

BH17 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Our Stroke Service is expanding to support patients across Dorset and somerset, including the launch of our brand new Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit (HASU).

We are seeking an experienced, motivated and dynamic leader to manage our newly refurbished 30 bedded unit which include 2 Hyper Acute Bays.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong leadership, organisational and operational management skills who is passionate about delivering high quality patient centred care.

The successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of effective systems and processes that enhance the safety, quality and efficiency of our Stroke Services.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Main duties of the job

Provide professional and operational leadership with continuing responsibility for Stroke services.

Lead manage and support the ward teams undertaking line management responsibilities such as performance management, appraisals, supervision, recruitment and staff development.

Work collaboratively with the MDT to co-ordinate the delivery of comprehensive Stroke services ensuring care is individualised.

Develop and maintain effective communication and collaborative working relationships across professional groups and organisational boundaries to ensure seamless patient care.

Ensure effective management of ward resources including workforce, equipment, and delegated budget to deliver efficient high quality services and achieve organisational objectives.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated staff nurses with a keen interest in caring for the critically ill and their families. You will be working within a supportive and dynamic critical care team with opportunities to gain a wide range of experiences. A full orientation program is available and ongoing education of staff is actively supported. The successful applicant will demonstrate a proactive approach to the care of the critically ill.

Critical Care Unit manages Intensive Care and High Dependency level patients. The beds are used flexibly to provide high quality patient care. Experience will be offered in all areas of Critical Care as part of a rotational programme and includes rotation on to nights.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Main duties of the job

The job description and responsibilities are to provide specialist nursing care for patients and their significant others within the Critical Care environment, in accordance with the NMC code of professional conduct and Trust policies and procedures, to provide high standards of evidence-based patient centred care and to work with the team to maintain the efficient running of the Unit, while developing skills in this area.

About us

The successful applicant will be offered an orientation programme from our dedicated practice educator, which will include competencies in critical care, equipment training and mentorship. The post holder will also be encouraged to expand their role within the limits of their professional status and attend additional educational opportunities within the department and Trust.

We understand that fitting a social life and managing family time can be challenging when dedicating yourself to a Nursing career therefore flexible working and working patterns will be considered where appropriate.

The Critical Care Unit team are enthusiastic and hardworking. We endeavour to be inclusive and friendly to all. We were very proud to be acknowledged in the Trust's 2021 GEM awards and awarded Team of the year.

Job summary

Our bank is growing, and we want to welcome you to our nursing team! If you are a dedicated, caring and compassionate nurse, we want you to work with us.

Our Nurse Bank is the perfect opportunity anyone looking for flexibility in hours!

Here at Dorset County Hospital, we are proud to say we support our bank workers as much as they support our patients. Our nursing teams are truly dynamic and proactive, consistently improving and developing. Embodying our Trust values of integrity, respect teamwork and excellence. Our teams are always working to improve our patient journey, and you could be part of this!

A chance to live and work in one of the most beautiful areas of England with rolling countryside, excellent links to London, wonderful schools, social activities, beaches and more.

Please email: [email protected] for more information

Disclaimer: As a Bank Worker, the nature of your engagement will be seen as on a day-to-day basis. You are entitled to choose whether to accept engagements which will be offered to you. A statement does not constitute a contract of employment, nor is the Trust under any obligation to offer you any engagement or further engagement under these terms. The job description for this Bank role relates to the equivalent substantive position. Whilst engaged by the Trust you would be expected to operate within the requirements of the job description.

Main duties of the job

Redesigning pathways with our partners, working to build and grow our integrated care systems is all part of ensuring our patients get the best care - and that is the DCH way.

• Access, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, visitor, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Co-ordinate patient centred care from admission to discharge
• Maintain accurate patient records using various Clinical systems
• Act as patients' advocate
• Promote the health and empowerment of patients
• To ensure that the patients changing needs are identified andchanges initiated or communicated to others.
• An opportunity to work with multiple teams and clinical areas (appropriate to your qualification).
• Access to Mandatory training and clinical skills.

About us

Outstanding Hospital

• We are the largest and most diverse employer in West Dorsetwith over 3,000 staff.
• We provide an acute hospital service to a population of over250,000, with 400 beds, seven main theatres and two daytheatres.
• We have been named one of the CHKS Top Hospitals, an accolade awarded to the top 40 performing Trust.

This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, 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. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them

Job summary

We are recruiting a 6 month fixed term full-time or part time Radiography Assistant in the Diagnostic Imaging Department. The Radiography Assistant is essential for the smooth running of the Diagnostic Imaging service, supporting both the patients and staff.

This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Main duties of the job

The roleincludes:

• Clinical support and patient care during imaging procedures primarily involving Ultrasound and Mammography.
• Assistingin movement of beds, wheel chairs, and patients using manual handling equipment provided.
• Preparing the clinical rooms for procedures and working aseptically during procedures.
• Entering data into the radiology computer system.
• Communicating with members of staff outside of the department to arrange complex scanning procedures.

We are looking for a motivated and caring individual who is ready to learn new skills and join our friendly team. The department operates a seven day service and shifts involving evenings, weekends and community hospital sites.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Registered Nurse to work in the Ophthalmology Outpatients department.

The role requires flexible and adaptable skills, an aptitude to learn and a motivation to develop your own clinical skills in line with progressive service delivery, involving supporting consultation clinics and minor operative procedures, contributing to maintaining patient safety, quality care and standards.

You will require excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop your management and leaderships skills including supporting staff development.

You will deliver and participate in as required, clinical supervision and reflective learning in accordance with Trust Policy

If you are a strong, caring, compassionate individual, who cares about patient safety, quality and standards and enjoys working within a diverse team, then please apply.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic trained nurse to assist with the delivery of high standards of care.

The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate skills and knowledge such as:

Chaperoning, being a patient advocate.

Assisting in procedure clinics and supporting patient recovery.

Supporting various Ophthalmology clinics.

Supporting the development of new staff.

Supervision and assessment of students.

Communicating with patients, their families/carers and staff.

Time management.

Basic level of leadership skills/experience.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

Make a real difference every day by helping deliver nutritious, comforting meals to the patients, staff, and visitors who rely on Dorset County Hospital. Join a team where your care, energy, and teamwork truly matter.

As a Catering Assistant, you will be an integral part of a friendly and dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced hospital environment. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and rewarding environment.

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to develop and enhance our catering services. You'll help prepare and serve meals across both patient and retail operations, operate catering equipment such as coffee machines and tills, and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food hygiene. With flexible shifts across mornings, lunchtimes, and evenings, this role offers variety, teamwork, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with strong customer service skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. You'll receive full support, including online training and opportunities for development within a team that values integrity, respect, teamwork, and excellence. If you enjoy working with food, thrive in a busy environment, and want to be part of a welcoming and dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a Catering Assistant within the Catering Department, you will play a crucial role in deliveringa high-quality service to the hospital, supporting the central meal service for patients, and maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene.

You will work collaboratively within a team, supporting both the patient meal service and the operation of the central dishwashing area.Your responsibilities will include the mechanical washing of crockery, cutlery, and utensils usedby patients, staff, and visitors, as well as ensuring general cleaning duties are carried outthroughout the catering environment.

The catering department is a diverse, welcoming group that values teamwork and personal growth. Hard work is recognised, and those who show commitment will find opportunities to progress and feel genuinely valued as part of the team.

About us

At Dorset County Hospital, we're looking for dedicated people to join our catering team during an exciting period of change. You'll help deliver high-quality, locally sourced meals to patients while supporting improvements across the service.

Our team is small, supportive, and used to working under pressure. You'll be encouraged to lead by example, motivate colleagues, and contribute to a positive, collaborative environment.

We're committed to your development and wellbeing, offering guidance from HR and the Staff Union, along with wellbeing support such as Vivup and Steps to Wellbeing.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

405-26-EA510CA

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. Please scroll through to find the JD/PS appropriate to the role you are applying for. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us [email protected] you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not availablefor Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Job description Job responsibilities Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. Please scroll through to find the JD/PS appropriate to the role you are applying for. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us [email protected] you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Right to Work in the UK: This role is not availablefor Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Person Specification

Education Qualifica & Training

Essential

• Evidence of school education
• Basic Food Hygiene
• Manual Handling of loads

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Familiarity with basic food hygiene standards (e.g., Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate). ? Understanding of crosscontamination risks and allergen awareness.
• Experience working in a kitchen environment, assisting with preparation, cleaning, and organization. ? Knowledge of using basic kitchen equipment safely.
• Experience in a retail or customer facing role, preferably in food service. ? Knowledge of operating point-of sale systems and handling cash or card payments.
• Basic understanding of stock rotation (FIFO) and minimizing food waste.
• Awareness of workplace safety protocols, including lifting and handling procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, team members, and supervisors
• Willingness to work shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Basic food preparation, including chopping, portioning, and assembling meals. ? Understanding of dietary requirements wither with modified texture or clinical dietary requirements
• Friendly and professional demeanour when interacting with customers in retail settings. ? Ability to handle customer inquiries and provide assistance promptly and courteously.
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks, including retail service, food preparation, and cleaning duties. ? Ability to switch between front-ofhouse and back-of-house roles as needed.
• Ability to work collaboratively with chefs, kitchen staff, and retail colleagues. ? Willingness to take direction and assist with team goals.
• Basic understanding of food safety practices, including proper storage, handling, and cleaning. ? Awareness of personal hygiene and its importance in food service environments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fastpaced environment, ensuring timely meal service and retail operations.
• Handling cash transactions accurately and efficiently in the retail setting. ? Recording inventory or assisting in stock management when needed

Person Specification Education Qualifica & Training Essential Evidence of school education Basic Food Hygiene Manual Handling of loads Knowledge and Experience Essential Familiarity with basic food hygiene standards (e.g., Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate). ? Understanding of crosscontamination risks and allergen awareness. Experience working in a kitchen environment, assisting with preparation, cleaning, and organization. ? Knowledge of using basic kitchen equipment safely. Experience in a retail or customer facing role, preferably in food service. ? Knowledge of operating point-of sale systems and handling cash or card payments. Basic understanding of stock rotation (FIFO) and minimizing food waste. Awareness of workplace safety protocols, including lifting and handling procedures. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, team members, and supervisors Willingness to work shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Skills and Abilities Essential Basic food preparation, including chopping, portioning, and assembling meals. ? Understanding of dietary requirements wither with modified texture or clinical dietary requirements Friendly and professional demeanour when interacting with customers in retail settings. ? Ability to handle customer inquiries and provide assistance promptly and courteously. Willingness to perform a variety of tasks, including retail service, food preparation, and cleaning duties. ? Ability to switch between front-ofhouse and back-of-house roles as needed. Ability to work collaboratively with chefs, kitchen staff, and retail colleagues. ? Willingness to take direction and assist with team goals. Basic understanding of food safety practices, including proper storage, handling, and cleaning. ? Awareness of personal hygiene and its importance in food service environments. Ability to prioritize tasks in a fastpaced environment, ensuring timely meal service and retail operations. Handling cash transactions accurately and efficiently in the retail setting. ? Recording inventory or assisting in stock management when needed

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

To ensure the patient notes are available where they are needed to support patient care. The post holder will be responsible for retrieving case notes, which may be stored in the library or other locations within the hospital/trust. Collating, organising, scanning and quality checkingcase notes in readiness for future outpatient attendances and inpatient stays.

Any reasonable management requests.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not availablefor Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Main duties of the job

The Health Records Library Clerk plays a key role in ensuring patient records are available, accurate and accessible to support clinical care across the Trust. The postholder is responsible for the retrieval, preparation, tracking, filing and scanning of patient records, ensuring information is available for outpatient appointments, inpatient admissions, emergency activity and digital record management processes. This role is essential to ensuring the efficient management of patient records across both paper and electronic systems, supporting timely access to clinical information, maintaining data quality, and enabling the safe and effective delivery of patient care throughout the Trust.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

405-26-AC517HRSC

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification for further information on the role and responsibilities of a health records clerk.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see job description and person specification for further information on the role and responsibilities of a health records clerk.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard in English and Math's
• Significant and relevant experience in an NHS records library

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in Administration or Customer Care
• Equivalent relevant experience

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of working to deadlines
• Experience of working in a busy office environment

Desirable

• oPrevious experience within a clerical capacity
• oWorking knowledge of Microsoft office i.e., Outlook, word, excel.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Understanding and maintaining filing systems.
• Evidence of keyboard skills
• Evidence of ability to communicate with all levels of staff effectively and confidently both orally and written.
• Evidence of being able to priorities and manage your own workload.
• Evidence of ability to work fast and efficiently and in a safe manner

Desirable

• An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Educated to GCSE standard in English and Math's Significant and relevant experience in an NHS records library Desirable NVQ level 2 in Administration or Customer Care Equivalent relevant experience KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of working to deadlines Experience of working in a busy office environment Desirable oPrevious experience within a clerical capacity oWorking knowledge of Microsoft office i.e., Outlook, word, excel. SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential Understanding and maintaining filing systems. Evidence of keyboard skills Evidence of ability to communicate with all levels of staff effectively and confidently both orally and written. Evidence of being able to priorities and manage your own workload. Evidence of ability to work fast and efficiently and in a safe manner Desirable An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The ENT team at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) are looking for an outstanding colleague to join our friendly and well-equipped department as a consultant otolaryngologist. The successful candidate will provide general ENT services with a sub-specialty interest to complement the current specialty skills within the department - ideally this would provide support to colleagues in rhinology or benign head and neck (+/- thyroid) surgery. The appointee will be part of a team of 6 consultants delivering care to West and North Dorset and South Somerset.

Main duties of the job

The contract will commence as a 10 PA contract, comprising 8.5PA Direct Clinical Care (DCC) 1.5 PA for Supporting Professional Activity (SPA). This will be reviewed once the post holder commences employment via the job planning process.

There is a 4 week rolling rota for all clinical sessions.

On-Call 1:5 with prospective cover 1.2 DCC PAs

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-MD2671ENT

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The ENT team at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) are looking for an outstanding colleague to join our friendly and well-equipped department as a consultant otolaryngologist. The successful candidate will provide general ENT services with a sub-specialty interest to complement the current specialty skills within the department - ideally this would provide support to colleagues in rhinology or benign head and neck (+/- thyroid) surgery. The appointee will be part of a team of 6 consultants delivering care to West and North Dorset and South Somerset.Inpatient and most outpatient services are provided at Dorset County Hospital (all consultants currently provide one outpatient session a week at Yeovil District Hospital). We do not provide inpatient head and neck cancer services (except for thyroid cancer), there is close liaison with colleagues in Poole and Taunton for patients requiring head and neck cancer care, surgical treatment or radiotherapy. Jon Bird, Head and Neck surgeon from Poole, provides a weekly head and neck cancer clinic at DCH for both new and follow up patients. MDT support is via our head and neck Clinical Nurse Specialist. On-call service is currently a 1:5 with full middle grade and junior cover. With the recent change in configuration of the ICS we are currently in discussion to develop a regional on-call service. It is anticipated that this would commence with a shared weekend rota (1:10) initially.

The ENT department is extremely well supported by our colleagues in Audiology (general audiology and vestibular testing), Speech & Language Therapy, Macmillan Nurses and 2 ENT Nurse Practitioners.Our outpatients provide general ENT clinics as well as specialised Neck lump clinics, Allergy Clinics, Voice clinics and Virtual clinics for hearing loss and tinnitus.

Job description Job responsibilities The ENT team at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) are looking for an outstanding colleague to join our friendly and well-equipped department as a consultant otolaryngologist. The successful candidate will provide general ENT services with a sub-specialty interest to complement the current specialty skills within the department - ideally this would provide support to colleagues in rhinology or benign head and neck (+/- thyroid) surgery. The appointee will be part of a team of 6 consultants delivering care to West and North Dorset and South Somerset.Inpatient and most outpatient services are provided at Dorset County Hospital (all consultants currently provide one outpatient session a week at Yeovil District Hospital). We do not provide inpatient head and neck cancer services (except for thyroid cancer), there is close liaison with colleagues in Poole and Taunton for patients requiring head and neck cancer care, surgical treatment or radiotherapy. Jon Bird, Head and Neck surgeon from Poole, provides a weekly head and neck cancer clinic at DCH for both new and follow up patients. MDT support is via our head and neck Clinical Nurse Specialist. On-call service is currently a 1:5 with full middle grade and junior cover. With the recent change in configuration of the ICS we are currently in discussion to develop a regional on-call service. It is anticipated that this would commence with a shared weekend rota (1:10) initially. The ENT department is extremely well supported by our colleagues in Audiology (general audiology and vestibular testing), Speech & Language Therapy, Macmillan Nurses and 2 ENT Nurse Practitioners.Our outpatients provide general ENT clinics as well as specialised Neck lump clinics, Allergy Clinics, Voice clinics and Virtual clinics for hearing loss and tinnitus.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6mths of interview
• Portfolio Pathway/CESR or European Community Rights

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• 5 years clinical experience in otolaryngology / head and neck surgery at specialist registrar level or equivalent
• Appropriate UK experience
• Sub-specialty Fellowship (or equivalent)
• Experience demonstrating potential ability to cope with the demands of a DGH based Consultant
• Experience in general ENT with the necessary skills to enhance the department.

Current Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Willingness and ability to fulfil the general service elements of the job description
• Evidence of the clinical skills required to fulfil the otolaryngology / head and neck elements of the job as in the job description and technical specification

Team Working and Service Development

Essential

• Ability to develop effective working relationships and team working

Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Evidence of understanding of clinical governance Knowledge of and direct involvement in audit. Knowledge of principles of research and evidence of involvement in research.

Management Training, Organisational Skills and Strategic Vision

Essential

• Evidence of general management training and skills appropriate for the post. Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust Knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS

Teaching and communication

Essential

• Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post. Ability to present effectively to an audience Ability to communicate effectively

Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Training Essential Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6mths of interview Portfolio Pathway/CESR or European Community Rights Experience & Knowledge Essential 5 years clinical experience in otolaryngology / head and neck surgery at specialist registrar level or equivalent Appropriate UK experience Sub-specialty Fellowship (or equivalent) Experience demonstrating potential ability to cope with the demands of a DGH based Consultant Experience in general ENT with the necessary skills to enhance the department. Current Skills & Abilities Essential Willingness and ability to fulfil the general service elements of the job description Evidence of the clinical skills required to fulfil the otolaryngology / head and neck elements of the job as in the job description and technical specification Team Working and Service Development Essential Ability to develop effective working relationships and team working Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance Desirable Evidence of understanding of clinical governance Knowledge of and direct involvement in audit. Knowledge of principles of research and evidence of involvement in research. Management Training, Organisational Skills and Strategic Vision Essential Evidence of general management training and skills appropriate for the post. Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust Knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS Teaching and communication Essential Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post. Ability to present effectively to an audience Ability to communicate effectively

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Dermatology service for the population of West Dorset is based at Dorset County Hospital, with some locality-based Dermatology clinics provided at Community hospitals for simple diagnostic and therapeutic referrals.

The service is currently staffed by 1 Consultant Dermatologist (Dr Koch), 1 Associate Specialist (Dr Tilley), 1 locum Consultant Dermatologist (Dr Hodder),1 Specialty Doctor (Dr Al Sharbatee) specialist nurses and medical secretaries.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

o Support the existing Dermatology team in providing a Dermatology outpatient service and management of ward referrals

o Undertake Dermatology clinics and surgical procedures under consultant supervision

o Participate in weekly MDT meetings

o Join the Consultants when they see inpatient ward referrals on ward rounds

o Work closely with the multi-professional group within the Dermatology Department

o Contribute to Clinical Audit

o Have the opportunity to participate in Research and/or Publications

The successful candidate will have the opportunity of continuing professional development and to develop a portfolio in Dermatology. For some individuals, with prior Dermatology experience, this may lead towards a CESR application to the GMC Specialist Register for Dermatology.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job summary

Are you a compassionate, motivated nurse/Orthoptist, looking to develop your career in Ophthalmology? We're looking for an Ophthalmic Nurse/Orthoptist Injector to join our dedicated Ophthalmology team.

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care, working alongside experienced Consultant Ophthalmologists, specialist nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Main duties of the job

You will be part of our nurse-led intravitreal (IVT) injection clinics, caring for patients receiving treatment for Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and other retinal conditions. You will support the wider Outpatient nursing team in the delivery of the multi-speciality clinics within the department.

Your clinical expertise, attention to detail and sound judgement will be key to delivering safe, compassionate care.You will work closely with the medical team, who will prescribe IVT injections and follow up pts following their course of injections, ensuring safe and effective treatment.

We're committed to your professional development, with opportunities for training, multidisciplinary team meetings and service improvement initiatives.

Your knowledge, experience and ideas will help us develop best practice and improve patient care across the department.If you're passionate about ophthalmology and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.