Job summary

We are seeking a reliable, dynamic and enthusiastic Courier Driver to join the Transport team at Dorset County Hospital.

• To provide an efficient courier service between the Trust and other health establishments across the county of Dorset
• A courier service to deliver and collect mail, specimens, vaccines, medical records and occasionally medical gases

We are looking for a driver for the following position:

Monday to Friday

16.00 to 22.00

This position will have elements of lone working.

Main duties of the job

To provide a courier service which, sorts, delivers and collects mail, sundry items and specimens to and from various healthcare establishments in Dorset and to acute Trusts such as Salisbury, Royal Bournemouth, Poole and Southampton .

About us

The successful candidate will work without direct supervision ensuring an effective and efficient service is always provided, promoting a positive and professional image at all times.

At Dorset County Hospital we are proud of our team and our values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence and want our team members to truly embody these.

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 post in line with UKVI regulations.

Job summary

The Healthcare Technology department at Dorset County Hospital comprises the Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering services. We are looking for a highly experienced Medical Physicist to be the professional lead for the Healthcare Technology Department's activities, providing expert advice, opinion and leadership. The main purpose of the role is the provision of a high quality, professional and cost-effective Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering services to the Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to help ensure the quality and safety of patient care.

As a result of the diverse nature of the work carried out by the Department, the post holder will be expected to engage with almost every staff group within the Trust, at all levels.

The post holder is expected to sit on relevant Trust Committees and Groups and liaise as necessary with outside organisations / regulators on behalf of the Trust, including the Care Quality Commission, Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Authority, Health and Safety Executive as well as educational providers.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the job are:

o To be responsible for the delivery of highly specialist clinical technical services and advice to the trust for a broad range of services e.g. to act as a Medical Physics Expert in Diagnostic Radiology for the purposes of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2017.o To manage the delivery of Medical Device Management services to the Trust to ensure the quality and safety of patient care.

o To develop policies, procedures and protocols for the service and for those with Trust wide relevance e.g. Radiation Safety Policy, Laser Safety Policy, IRMER Policy, MRI Safety Policy and Medical Devices Management Policy.

o To act as the Trust Radiation Protection Adviser under the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017, and as a Non-Ionising Radiation Protection Adviser (Lasers and UV Therapy).

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

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.

UKVISponsorship: This role is eligible forsponsorshipunder the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who requiresponsorshipto work in the UK.Sponsorshipwill be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibilitycriteria.

Job summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and clinically skilled palliative and end of life care clinical nurse specialist to join our dedicated friendly team based at Dorset County Hospital NHSFT. The post holder will be expected to exercise a high degree of professional autonomy, make clinical judgements using advanced knowledge and skills in order to provide the highest standard of holistic patient care, developing and practicing within clinical protocols and guidelines. You will be expected to manage a small, changing caseload of patients with complex needs as well as contributing to our education programme and the ongoing development of the palliative and end of life care service.

Informal visits prior to interview are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting: Alison Morton, Palliative and End of Life Care Lead ([email protected] or 01305 255752).

Main duties of the job

To work as a clinical nurse specialist as part of the hospital-based specialist palliative care service, providing a 7 day a week nursing service.

In collaboration with other key personnel, the post holder will review, develop and facilitate palliative care services, ensuring a cohesive, holistic and evidence-based approach to management of palliative care patients.

To work with appropriate members of the Multidisciplinary health professional teams within the community, hospital, and voluntary sector.

The role will provide specialist nursing leadership in line with local/national guidelines.

Level of responsibility: Responsible for own strategic planning and direction of palliative care service.

• Providing holistic assessment of needs and implementation of patient centred care.
• Demonstrating a high level of knowledge of palliative care, the ability to remain up-to date with all relevant developments in this area.

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 dedicated and enthusiastic nurse to join our Acute Oncology Service.

Do you pride yourself on providing excellent care and wish to continue this within a team of like minded health care professionals. If that's you please get in touch to discover more of the role.

As an acute oncology associate CNS you will work as part of the team to give advice, both via the triage line and face to face to support managing acutely unwell oncology patients presenting to the trust as result of cancer treatment, disease progression or symptoms of previously undiagnosed cancer.

The post holder in conjunction with the Acute Oncology Nursing Tam and Consultant will be involved in the care of patients contacting or attending the hospital utilising local, national and network wide treatment protocols and pathways, including the UKONS initial management tool. The post holder will provide expert knowledge and support to patients and staff with support from the Acute Oncology wider team.

The post holder will provide essential cross department liaison and communication to improve the patients' journey and experience, supporting reduction of length of stay and when possible, with support, avert hospital admissions.

The team are looking for applicants with experience in cancer, oncology or haemato-oncology nursing and be familiar with the management of oncological emergencies. We will offer training and support to the successful applicant.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to work within the team and be able to prioritise calls/workload and time appropriately.

Provide triage and assessment of patients who call the triage phone line and be part of the team reviewing patients who attend ED in addition to those who are admitted to inpatient wards.

With support, provide advice and support to clinical colleagues on the investigation, care, and management of patients within the remit of Acute Oncology leading to faster and better care of patients with complications of cancer e.g. early recognition, appropriate treatment, rapid referral to other specialist teams including palliative care

Provide essential communication to improve patient experience and quality of care.

Liaise and update oncologists and the wider multidisciplinary teams to promote coordinated care.

Provide support as part of the team for patients with suspected cancer of unknown primary (CUP) or malignancy of unknown origin (MUO) and patients with first presentation primary brain lesion. Support and advise as part of the team regarding investigations and information needed to ensure a smooth pathway.

As part of the team ensure the quality of the Acute Oncology service through the application of audit and research evidence-based practice.

Maintain own CPD including ACCEND pathway and Acute oncology passport.

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.

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.

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.

Job summary

Would you like to join a friendly secretarial team here at DCH. The role would be based within the Children's Centre and you would be part of a team who provide support to our paediatricians, patients and their families.To provide a comprehensive secretarial and administrative support service for the Paediatric Department.This role will provide secretarial support to the consultants and members of the multi-disciplinary team to assist in the smooth, efficient and effective running of the service.

Assists in the organisation of the consultants' work load.Acts as a point of contact for patients/carers, providing information on systems and processes within the hospital, including appointment and admission related information, to satisfactorily resolve queries. This includes establishing communication networks within the team and with other appropriate health care professionals.

The post-holder will work closely with all members of staff in ensuring the delivery of a high quality service. This will require the utilisation of good secretarial, administrative, communication and interpersonal skills, knowledge of word-processing and other computerised systems. All secretaries appointed to the Paediatric service have a shared responsibility to service the needs of the department.

Main duties of the job

To act as a point of contact for patients, parents/carers and other health professionals, dealing with a wide range of queries, providing information and escalating issues to the clinical team where appropriate. This requires a caring, professional and empathetic approach, alongside the ability to establish and maintain effective communication networks with internal and external healthcare professionals.

To provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the clinical and managerial teams, including typing clinical correspondence from dictation within national timescales, producing meeting minutes and action logs, processing daily post, booking appointments, and managing communications with parents and carers.

To work collaboratively with the clinical and managerial teams to maintain and support departmental and divisional procedures, ensuring operational targets, performance standards and quality objectives are achieved.

To provide dedicated administrative and secretarial support to a number of consultants within the department, managing complex workloads and competing priorities to ensure the timely production of clinical correspondence. The post holder will provide cross-cover for members of the secretarial team during periods of annual leave, sickness absence or other unforeseen circumstances, ensuring continuity of service and minimising disruption to patient care.

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.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

405-26-AC501MSP

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if 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.

Job description Job responsibilities 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. Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at [email protected] if 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.

Person Specification

Education, Qualification & Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including English at Grade C or above

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with computer systems, to include Microsoft Office, in a working/academic environment

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of effective communication skills both written and oral
• Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities organising and prioritising own workload to meet deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships within a team.
• An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained

Desirable

• Evidence of secretarial skills including typing and minute taking skills
• Evidence of ability to work with minimal supervision
• Evidence of flexibility and ability to adapt to different areas of work
• vidence of ability to exercise judgement when dealing with patient queries and to analyse and resolve patient problems
• Understanding of medical terms

Person Specification Education, Qualification & Training Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including English at Grade C or above Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience of working with computer systems, to include Microsoft Office, in a working/academic environment Skills & Abilities Essential Evidence of effective communication skills both written and oral Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities organising and prioritising own workload to meet deadlines Ability to build and maintain good working relationships within a team. An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained Desirable Evidence of secretarial skills including typing and minute taking skills Evidence of ability to work with minimal supervision Evidence of flexibility and ability to adapt to different areas of work vidence of ability to exercise judgement when dealing with patient queries and to analyse and resolve patient problems Understanding of medical terms

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

Specialty Doctor or ST equivalent depending on experience

To provide high quality emergency and unscheduled care to the population of Dorchester and its environs, as part of the dedicated Emergency Department team.

The duties will be diagnosing, initiating treatment, and arranging further management of patients who attend the Emergency department. This will include major and minor trauma and the range of medical emergencies.

The post holder will also be expected to take part in clinical governance activities and the supervision of junior doctors, teaching of junior doctors, nurse practitioners, medical students, nurses and student nurses.All staff shall undergo annual Mandatory training. The post holder will be expected to keep their clinical skills and knowledge up to date, particularly in respect of ALS and trauma certification. These courses are free and do not come out of the study budget.

The post holder will be expected to take part in audit and QI.

Interview date to be confirmed

Main duties of the job

The Emergency Department is based at Dorset County Hospital, Dorchester. We are a Trauma Unit with a helipad immediately adjacent which receives major trauma and other incoming patients from the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Due to its location and close vicinity of the helipad we see a disproportionate level of trauma for a department of this size. We have persistently been the top performing trauma unit within Wessex. The department has an 8 Consultant rota. There are 8 Specialty Doctors and 1 Higher Specialist Trainee in Emergency Medicine. The consultants provide a minimum of 12 hours shop floor cover daily and a 24 hour on call and trauma and stroke thrombolysis cover 7 days a week. There are also 18 resident doctors, and a well established majors nurse practitioner service within the department.The hospital, opened in 1997, provides an excellent environment for patients and staff. The department sees over 43,000 patients annually with the activity increasing during the summer holiday season. There is excellent support from the other hospital specialties including anaesthetics, paediatrics, radiology, primary PCI in hours and 24/7 Stroke Thrombolysis.

About us

The department is dedicated to supporting the development of their doctors and therefore study time and funding is available to successful applicant.Dorchester is a popular market town in an area of outstanding beauty close to the world heritage Purbeck coastline, served by frequent direct rail services to London and Bristol, with four regional airports within 90 minutes by road. There are excellent recreational amenities and good educational facilities are available in both the public and private sectors. The popular seaside holiday resort of Weymouth with its golden beaches and picturesque harbour is only 8 miles away and offers easy access to the Channel Islands and France.

West Dorset is well known for its stunning countryside and World Heritage coastline with opportunities for numerous outdoor pursuits. The local state schooling consistently performs at the top of the tables. Quality of life is a priority.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

Depending on experience £59,175 - £95,400 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-MD2669EDSD

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

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. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

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.

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. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. 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.

Person Specification

Education, Quals & Training

Essential

• ALS, ATLS, APLS or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice is required

Desirable

• FRCEM/MCEM/MRCEM

Experience

Essential

• Four years full-time post graduate training (or equivalent gained on part-time or flexible basis).
• At least two years in specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee or in a relevant specialty.
• Recent & Significant experience in Emergency Medicine in the UK (or equivalent healthcare system) at F2 or SHO Level

Skills Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Able to make safe assessment and treatment decisions for the core EM presentations.
• Possession of the clinical skills required to perform procedures such as cannulation, arterial blood gases, catheterisation etc
• Can perform ED specific skills such as ultrasound, wound management, chest drain placement etc.
• Can work independently and without supervision in an emergency department
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients
• Can give examples of teamwork

Audit

Desirable

• Evidence of QI or audit project work

Research

Desirable

• Knowledge of principles of research

Management

Desirable

• Knowledge of the NHS plan/modernisation agenda and the implications for service development
• Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust

Teaching

Desirable

• Evidence of teaching activities to Medical students and Doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team

Person Specification Education, Quals & Training Essential ALS, ATLS, APLS or equivalent Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice is required Desirable FRCEM/MCEM/MRCEM Experience Essential Four years full-time post graduate training (or equivalent gained on part-time or flexible basis). At least two years in specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee or in a relevant specialty. Recent & Significant experience in Emergency Medicine in the UK (or equivalent healthcare system) at F2 or SHO Level Skills Abilities and Knowledge Essential Able to make safe assessment and treatment decisions for the core EM presentations. Possession of the clinical skills required to perform procedures such as cannulation, arterial blood gases, catheterisation etc Can perform ED specific skills such as ultrasound, wound management, chest drain placement etc. Can work independently and without supervision in an emergency department Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients Can give examples of teamwork Audit Desirable Evidence of QI or audit project work Research Desirable Knowledge of principles of research Management Desirable Knowledge of the NHS plan/modernisation agenda and the implications for service development Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust Teaching Desirable Evidence of teaching activities to Medical students and Doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team

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

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

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for RN / RSCN to join our happy and cohesive Emergency Department team on a permanent basis as we start a multi-million transformation and expansion. Are you enthusiastic, motivated, keen learner, innovative and forward thinking? If so, we would like to hear from you.

We are a busy working environment with a high turnover of patients which sees and treats children and adults with a range of conditions including minor injuries, major trauma, medical and surgical emergencies and mental health conditions. Clinical working areas include Majors, Minors, EDAU and Resus. We have a dedicated Clinical Practice Educator to ensure robust support and education as you begin your new journey.

Main duties of the job

Successful applicants should have good communication skills and enjoy working in a swiftly changing and challenging environment. You will be required to work as part of a motivated team as well as being able to work on own initiative.

Opportunities exist to develop personal practice and gain experience in all aspects of emergency care.

This job involves internal rotation for all ED staff and we work 12.5 hour shifts (1 hour break), day and night.

About us

At Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust, 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 is a new opportunity for a registered nurse with recent and relevant experience working in the speciality of Critical Care.

The post holder will be responsible for the provision of high standards of evidence-based patient centred care within the team, ensuring the efficient running of Critical Care service on a day-to-day basis. To establish, develop and lead a development programme for Critical Care nursing team and to hold 24-hour accountability for the running of the service.

Main duties of the job

• To lead the nursing team and provide a specialist nursing service in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct, Trust policies/procedures and ensure that the service is delivered within the allocated resources.
• To manage all elements of staff performance, sickness and wellbeing in line with Trust policy.
• To provide high standards of evidenced based care that supports the wellbeing needs of critically ill patients and their families.
• To provide specialist skilled Critical Care nursing and supervision of the nursing team in delivering an effective service.
• To continue personal professional development and be responsible for developing others.

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

To work as part of the established nursing team on SDEC and to provide excellent person-centred care for patients across multi specialities, whilst adhering to the NMC Code of Conduct.

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

Applicant must be an UK NMC registered Adult Nurse, with a minimum of 2 years experience and evidence of recent CPD. As a minimum, must be able to administer IV medication.

Experience of ED, Acute Medicine, Acute Surgical would be desirable.

Must be up to date with BLS (and preferably ILS - or willingness to work towards).

Competence in blood product administration would be beneficial.

Ability to work effectively as part of an efficient nursing team.

Ability to build working relationships with SDEC colleagues and the wider MDT.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture that we create 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

Senior leadership of end-to-end Soft Facilities Managementacross DHC & DCH portfolio--Cleaning, Patient Catering, Portering, Security, Grounds, Waste, Linen & Laundry, Administration & Car Parking, Transport and Car Parking and Switchboard / Receptions ensuring each service line operates to clear standards, unambiguous KPIs, and a robust governance framework that demonstrably supports clinical care, safety, patient experience, and operational resilience across all sites and settings.

The Head of Serviceis accountable to the Joint Director Estates and Facilities for the provision of leadership, direction, health & safety and financial control for all Facilities operational services, contributing to and ensuring delivery of strategic and operational service objectives set by DCH & DHC Board and Executive Management Team

Main duties of the job

Translate corporate and clinical strategy into a coherent Soft FM operating model and annual planPeople,Process,Technology, Commercials, Outcomes

Provide executive assurancethat DCH & DHC Soft FM operations meet statutory and mandatory requirements, are audit-ready at all times, and are supported by clear risk registers, incident learning loops, and forward plans that prevent recurrence and drive continuous improvement.

Lead transformation and innovation at scale--reframing service delivery models, modernising methods, and embedding a culture of data-driven decision-making and measurable benefits realisation.

Act as the professional lead for Soft FM, advising executives, Divisions and clinical boards, deputising for the Joint Director EFM where appropriate on Soft FM matters, and providing compelling, evidence-based briefings, options appraisals and recommendations for investment, disinvestment, or service re-design.

To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working and collaboration within teams / departments and acrossorganisational boundaries.

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

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£79,504 to £91,609 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-26-AC496JADF

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

Please see the attached Job Description/Person Specification for full details of the main responsibilities of this position.

Job description Job responsibilities 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. Please see the attached Job Description/Person Specification for full details of the main responsibilities of this position.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Master's-level knowledge (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g., Facilities & Estates) with substantial, proven experience leading Soft FM across large, complex, multi-site organisations. Demonstrates deep understanding of how non-clinical services intersect with clinical safety, patient flow, infection prevention and experience. Sufficiently experienced to have gained a Corporate Membership of an appropriate Professional body, or equivalent knowledge

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma
• PRINCE2 Practitioner
• Sufficiently experienced to have gained a Corporate Membership of an appropriate Professional body, or equivalent knowledge

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge, relationships and experience of the healthcare commercial sector including primary care/GP surgery buildings
• Knowledge of Health Building Notes and Health Technical Memoranda relating to healthcare estate, Better Business Case training and the ability to write and review business cases in line with the H M Treasury Green Book methodology
• Knowledge and experience in the wider public sector arena relating to estates including in S106/CIL, One Public Estate decarbonization/NHS Greener agenda.
• Proven significant previous experience of working successfully in a senior management role at the same level.
• Proven leadership of large, complex programmes and service transformation
• Demonstrable experience of primary care estate partnerships, including leading capital business cases and working in partnership with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience of estate development, capital business case preparation and partnership working
• Ability to work collaboratively across organisational and system boundaries
• Strategic, analytical and solutions-focused with strong professional credibility
• Knowledge of Health Building Notes and Health Technical Memoranda relating to healthcare estate, Better Business Case training and the ability to write and review business cases in line with the H M Treasury Green Book methodology
• Knowledge and experience in the wider public sector arena relating to estates including in S106/CIL, One Public Estate decarbonization/NHS Greener agenda
• 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
• Significant senior-level managerial and supervisory experience, including accountability for leading multidisciplinary teams, workforce planning, performance management, staff development and the delivery of complex programmes within large, complex organisational environments
• Highly developed leadership, influencing and negotiation skills
• Demonstrable senior-level experience of estate development, including leading the preparation and assurance of capital business cases, navigating NHS capital and planning processes, and working effectively in partnership with primary and secondary care stakeholders to deliver a sustainable Estate in Dorset
• Demonstrable experience of managing and controlling significant budgets and physical resources, including capital and revenue planning, financial governance, prioritisation of investment, and ensuring value for money in the use of public funds
• Demonstrable Information Technology and information management experience, including effective use of estates, capital planning and performance management systems, development and interpretation of management information, and confident use of digital tools (e.g. spreadsheets, databases and reporting systems) to support evidence-based decision-making and statutory reporting requirements
• Evidence of demonstrating Dorset County Hospital & Dorset HealthCare Trust values and behaviours in day-to-day practice, leadership approach and interactions with colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
• Subject to the provisions of the equality act, able to travel using own vehicle on trust business

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• To maintain an ongoing review of the profile and skill mix of the workforce to ensure the most appropriate and cost-effective use of staff resource
• Ensure that there is an effective overall performance management system within the Service aligned to the Organisations' Annual Plan. This will involve ensuring the Service/Business Unit has access to relevant and timely information.
• To take overall responsibility for the Service response to complaints ensuring responses are produced to the required standards in relation to timeframes and quality and are sensitive to the needs of the patients and their families
• Ensure rotas and on-call arrangements are in place to manage the Service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Ability to judge highly complex facts and situations requiring analysis, interpretation comparison of a range of options. i.e. recorded activity data, value for money, project feasibility, and change in service delivery. The data is often multi-faceted and can be conflicting
• Make judgements across a wide range of Estates & Facilities issues that may impact on Health & Safety due to conflicting demands and circumstances
• Lead structured root-cause analyses after Soft FM incidents (e.g., spike in environmental swabs, food hygiene breach, repeated porter response failures, security escalation), translating findings into specific changes to SOPs, training, supervision, contract performance levers, and technical standards--and then verify fixes through targeted re-audit.
• Highly developed leadership, influencing and negotiation skills
• Planning & Organisational Skills Support the Joint Director Estates and Facilities, and DHC/DCH Executive Management Team in the formulation of a joint multi-year Soft FM strategy that that may impact across the organisation, such as the development of schemes to future-proof the acute Hospital Estate critical services and space utilisation program. o Run annual planning for 24/7 operations, including: o Workforce plans: safe staffing, skill mix, supervisory spans, seasonal resourcing, succession and talent pipelines. o Rota/coverage: senior duty/on-call arrangements, weekend/public holiday plans, surge playbooks, and escalation triggers. o Service capacity: alignment to clinical activity patterns (ED, theatres, clinics), construction programmes/decants, winter pressures, and major events. o Direct a portfolio of programmes/projects across Soft FM: service re-framing; outsourcing/insourcing transitions; kitchen and servery refurbishments; ward decants and commissioning; security system upgrades; car-park technology deployments; CAFM module rollouts/migrations. Establish PIDs, governance forums, risk/issue/change logs, communication plans and benefit maps--and embed post-implementation reviews. Physical Skills N/A

Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Training Essential Master's-level knowledge (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g., Facilities & Estates) with substantial, proven experience leading Soft FM across large, complex, multi-site organisations. Demonstrates deep understanding of how non-clinical services intersect with clinical safety, patient flow, infection prevention and experience. Sufficiently experienced to have gained a Corporate Membership of an appropriate Professional body, or equivalent knowledge Desirable NEBOSH Diploma PRINCE2 Practitioner Sufficiently experienced to have gained a Corporate Membership of an appropriate Professional body, or equivalent knowledge Experience & Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge, relationships and experience of the healthcare commercial sector including primary care/GP surgery buildings Knowledge of Health Building Notes and Health Technical Memoranda relating to healthcare estate, Better Business Case training and the ability to write and review business cases in line with the H M Treasury Green Book methodology Knowledge and experience in the wider public sector arena relating to estates including in S106/CIL, One Public Estate decarbonization/NHS Greener agenda. Proven significant previous experience of working successfully in a senior management role at the same level. Proven leadership of large, complex programmes and service transformation Demonstrable experience of primary care estate partnerships, including leading capital business cases and working in partnership with a range of stakeholders. Experience of estate development, capital business case preparation and partnership working Ability to work collaboratively across organisational and system boundaries Strategic, analytical and solutions-focused with strong professional credibility Knowledge of Health Building Notes and Health Technical Memoranda relating to healthcare estate, Better Business Case training and the ability to write and review business cases in line with the H M Treasury Green Book methodology Knowledge and experience in the wider public sector arena relating to estates including in S106/CIL, One Public Estate decarbonization/NHS Greener agenda 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 Significant senior-level managerial and supervisory experience, including accountability for leading multidisciplinary teams, workforce planning, performance management, staff development and the delivery of complex programmes within large, complex organisational environments Highly developed leadership, influencing and negotiation skills Demonstrable senior-level experience of estate development, including leading the preparation and assurance of capital business cases, navigating NHS capital and planning processes, and working effectively in partnership with primary and secondary care stakeholders to deliver a sustainable Estate in Dorset Demonstrable experience of managing and controlling significant budgets and physical resources, including capital and revenue planning, financial governance, prioritisation of investment, and ensuring value for money in the use of public funds Demonstrable Information Technology and information management experience, including effective use of estates, capital planning and performance management systems, development and interpretation of management information, and confident use of digital tools (e.g. spreadsheets, databases and reporting systems) to support evidence-based decision-making and statutory reporting requirements Evidence of demonstrating Dorset County Hospital & Dorset HealthCare Trust values and behaviours in day-to-day practice, leadership approach and interactions with colleagues, partners and stakeholders. Subject to the provisions of the equality act, able to travel using own vehicle on trust business Skills & Abilities Essential To maintain an ongoing review of the profile and skill mix of the workforce to ensure the most appropriate and cost-effective use of staff resource Ensure that there is an effective overall performance management system within the Service aligned to the Organisations' Annual Plan. This will involve ensuring the Service/Business Unit has access to relevant and timely information. To take overall responsibility for the Service response to complaints ensuring responses are produced to the required standards in relation to timeframes and quality and are sensitive to the needs of the patients and their families Ensure rotas and on-call arrangements are in place to manage the Service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Ability to judge highly complex facts and situations requiring analysis, interpretation comparison of a range of options. i.e. recorded activity data, value for money, project feasibility, and change in service delivery. The data is often multi-faceted and can be conflicting Make judgements across a wide range of Estates & Facilities issues that may impact on Health & Safety due to conflicting demands and circumstances Lead structured root-cause analyses after Soft FM incidents (e.g., spike in environmental swabs, food hygiene breach, repeated porter response failures, security escalation), translating findings into specific changes to SOPs, training, supervision, contract performance levers, and technical standards--and then verify fixes through targeted re-audit. Highly developed leadership, influencing and negotiation skills Planning & Organisational Skills Support the Joint Director Estates and Facilities, and DHC/DCH Executive Management Team in the formulation of a joint multi-year Soft FM strategy that that may impact across the organisation, such as the development of schemes to future-proof the acute Hospital Estate critical services and space utilisation program. o Run annual planning for 24/7 operations, including: o Workforce plans: safe staffing, skill mix, supervisory spans, seasonal resourcing, succession and talent pipelines. o Rota/coverage: senior duty/on-call arrangements, weekend/public holiday plans, surge playbooks, and escalation triggers. o Service capacity: alignment to clinical activity patterns (ED, theatres, clinics), construction programmes/decants, winter pressures, and major events. o Direct a portfolio of programmes/projects across Soft FM: service re-framing; outsourcing/insourcing transitions; kitchen and servery refurbishments; ward decants and commissioning; security system upgrades; car-park technology deployments; CAFM module rollouts/migrations. Establish PIDs, governance forums, risk/issue/change logs, communication plans and benefit maps--and embed post-implementation reviews. Physical Skills N/A

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

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 Catering Department at Dorset County Hospital is seeking a chef to join our team in the kitchen and deliver excellent service to patients, Staff, and Visitors. We pride ourselves on the high standards of our kitchens and food and hope you will be a key member of our growing team. We are looking for a chef who wants to use their skills and passion for food to help people and work in a supportive and dynamic environment.

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.

Please be aware that this role isnot CURRENTLY eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants should be aware of the requirement to independently obtain ongoing right to work in the UK beyond the expiry of any temporary or time-limited permissions. Evidence of this will need to be shared with the HR Team to ensure our records remain up to date.

Main duties of the job

As a Chef in the Catering Department, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to patients, staff, and visitors while upholding strict food safety and hygiene standards.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you will prepare and present meals in line with dietary requirements and hospital protocols. You will oversee food preparation, hygiene, and safety across all catering areas, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Cooking: Prepare and cook meals following hospital menus, ensuring quality, taste, and presentation.

Menu Planning: Assist in developing seasonal menus tailored to patient dietary needs, balancing nutrition, taste, and budget.

Stock Management: Manage food supplies, ordering, storing, and rotating stock to minimise waste.

Food Safety & Hygiene: Maintain compliance with food safety regulations (HACCP) and ensure kitchen cleanliness.

Team Leadership: Mentor junior kitchen staff, providing training and support.

Meal Service Coordination: Work with the catering team to ensure timely meal delivery while maintaining quality.

Collaboration with Healthcare Staff: Partner with dietitians and nutritionists to meet patient dietary needs.

Customer Service: Ensure a positive dining experience, addressing special requests professionally.

This role is essential to delivering safe, nutritious meals and supporting patient care.

About us

At Dorset County Hospital, we are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic catering team during an exciting period of transformation. As a valued team member, you will play a key role in driving change and ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals to our patients, using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.

Our catering team is small yet incredibly supportive. We rely on each other to succeed, especially when working under pressure. As part of this team, you'll be encouraged to lead by example, motivating and inspiring your colleagues to deliver their best daily work.

The Trust is committed to supporting the development and success of every team member. We offer comprehensive support systems to help you reach your career goals, including guidance from HR, the Staff Union, and various well-being initiatives such as Vivup and Steps to Wellbeing.

Within the catering department, you'll find a diverse and welcoming group of individuals who treat each other like family. Our team thrives on collaboration, and we celebrate the unique qualities that each member brings to the table. We believe in positive encouragement, providing ample opportunities for personal growth and professional advancement to those who show dedication and commitment.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Point of Care Testing (POCT) team at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as a full-time Associate Practitioner.

The POCT service supports safe and effective patient care by providing near-patient diagnostic testing across the Trust. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the service, including maintaining POCT equipment, supporting device connectivity, managing stock, and assisting with user training administration.

Main duties of the job

This role requires excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills and good IT literacy. Candidates with a background or interest in computing, digital technology, laboratory sciences or medical devices are particularly encouraged to apply, as the role includes supporting the IT connectivity and data management of POCT devices.

Working closely with the POCT Manager, you will contribute to the delivery and development of a high-quality service and support compliance with national POCT guidelines and UKAS ISO accreditation standards.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in Point of Care Testing and Biomedical Science, with opportunities for further training and career development within the service.

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

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

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-26-HS351PATH-A

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full job description for this post please see the attached job description and person specification

Job description Job responsibilities For the full job description for this post please see the attached job description and person specification

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• o3 GCSEs grades 4 or above in Maths, English, Science.
• oFoundation degree or BTEC HNC/HND, NVQ or equivalent in Computing, IT, Digital Technology, Biomedical, Biological or Applied Science.

Desirable

• oEvidence of continual professional development

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• oExperience in working in an IT/Digital Technology environment including data management systems

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of the application of modern IT solutions including maintaining and supporting technical systems
• oExperience of working in or supporting a laboratory or clinical environment.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• oEffective verbal and written communication
• oAbility to work in an organised / tidy manner and to high standards
• oExcellent attention to detail
• oAccurate data entry skills
• oAble to work independently and as part of a team
• oAbility to convey clear and correct information: follow verbal and written instructions
• oAble to communicate effectively to a diverse group of people in different situations

Desirable

• oSpecimen reception/ administrative task
• oAble to work under pressure: organise and prioritise assigned workload within specified timelines

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential o3 GCSEs grades 4 or above in Maths, English, Science. oFoundation degree or BTEC HNC/HND, NVQ or equivalent in Computing, IT, Digital Technology, Biomedical, Biological or Applied Science. Desirable oEvidence of continual professional development KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential oExperience in working in an IT/Digital Technology environment including data management systems Desirable oUnderstanding of the application of modern IT solutions including maintaining and supporting technical systems oExperience of working in or supporting a laboratory or clinical environment. SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential oEffective verbal and written communication oAbility to work in an organised / tidy manner and to high standards oExcellent attention to detail oAccurate data entry skills oAble to work independently and as part of a team oAbility to convey clear and correct information: follow verbal and written instructions oAble to communicate effectively to a diverse group of people in different situations Desirable oSpecimen reception/ administrative task oAble to work under pressure: organise and prioritise assigned workload within specified timelines

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 Trust sits at the heart of the community as the main provider of acute care to around 250,000 people in the west of Dorset. Our main site is in the county town of Dorchester near to the world-famous Jurassic Coast and other areas of outstanding natural beauty.

We are expanding our team so need to appoint an additional Stroke Consultant. This is a new role and supports the development of Hyper Acute Stroke Care and the expansion of the Stroke Team at Dorset County Hospital as we move to a shared care model for Stroke Patients between Dorset and Somerset.

There are opportunities to be developed as a unique individual. A future leader, develop your quality improvement skills, research, innovation, supporting training and education or roles in integrated care.

Our stroke department provides a seven-day service for circa 570 stroke patients admitted annually from West Dorset, but this is about to expand to over 800 following our partnership with the Somerset Health Care System.

The Stroke Unit is currently being refurbished and will reopen with as a 30 bedded Hyper acute unit. Dorset County Hospital has close ties with a fourteen bedded stroke and neuro rehabilitation facility at the Yeatman Community Hospital in North Dorset. The rehabilitation facility is led by a Consultant AHP, for whom Dorset County provides clinical advice and support as well as cover for leave/illness.

Main duties of the job

Applications are invited for the position of Stroke Consultant Physician based at Dorset County Hospital. We are seeking a new stroke physician to provide day to day stroke care and support with the continued transformation of stroke services in line with our strategy and recent business case approval. This will include;

• In-patient and out-patient care for patients referred with suspected stroke or TIA
• To participate in clinical and other activities such audit, research and governance with the object of ensuring ongoing high standards of patient care
• To contribute to the provision of a 24-hour acute stroke service delivering thrombolysis and advising on other specialist treatments
• To contribute to the consultant ward rounds at weekends and public holidays
• To provide clinical advice for community stroke services as required
• To provide continuing medical education and conduct undergraduate and post graduate teaching as appropriate
• To contribute to the development of clinical quality and effectiveness in other clinical areas where these overlap with developments in stroke care

We are looking for 1 wte (10 sessions per week).

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 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

08 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata (plus potential Warm Welcome Payment)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

405-MD2657STCO-A

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital NHS Trust

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role will be eligible to receive a Warm Welcome payment of £10,000 as a thank you for bringing your expertise and knowledge to our Trust in addition to the usual relocation expenses.

If you have been referred to this role by a current DCHFT employee (and you currently reside outside of Dorset) your friend can also receive a referral payment make sure to include this at the start of your supporting information and include your friends full name. For more information, please see document attached and please email [email protected]

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. 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.

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 are a flexible employer and although this is a WTE post, the right candidate wanting Less Than Full-Time Working, or asymmetrical job plans will be welcomed to apply.

Job description Job responsibilities This role will be eligible to receive a Warm Welcome payment of £10,000 as a thank you for bringing your expertise and knowledge to our Trust in addition to the usual relocation expenses. If you have been referred to this role by a current DCHFT employee (and you currently reside outside of Dorset) your friend can also receive a referral payment make sure to include this at the start of your supporting information and include your friends full name. For more information, please see document attached and please email [email protected] Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. 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. 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 are a flexible employer and although this is a WTE post, the right candidate wanting Less Than Full-Time Working, or asymmetrical job plans will be welcomed to apply.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• An appropriate higher medical qualification - MRCP or overseas equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via - CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• 5 years clinical experience in stroke medicine
• Experience demonstrating potential ability to cope with the demands of a DGH based Consultant

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 specialty and sub-specialty elements of the job as in the job description and technical specification

Team Working and Service Development

Essential

• Evidence of leadership and service development
• Ability to develop effective working relationships and team working

Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance

Essential

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

Managament, 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 organizational aspects of the NHS

Teaching and Communication

Essential

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

Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Training Essential An appropriate higher medical qualification - MRCP or overseas equivalent Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice. Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via - CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights Experience & Knowledge Essential 5 years clinical experience in stroke medicine Experience demonstrating potential ability to cope with the demands of a DGH based Consultant 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 specialty and sub-specialty elements of the job as in the job description and technical specification Team Working and Service Development Essential Evidence of leadership and service development Ability to develop effective working relationships and team working Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance Essential Evidence of understanding of clinical governance Knowledge of and direct involvement in audit. Knowledge of principles of research and evidence of involvement in research. Managament, 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 organizational aspects of the NHS Teaching and Communication Essential Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post Ability to communicate effectively Ability to present effectively to an audience

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 NHS Trust

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 NHS Trust

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

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. The interviews for this role will be taking place in person on Wednesday 27th October from 17.00. Unfortunately we will not be able to offer an alternative date or remote interviewson this occasion.

Are you interested in starting your Healthcare Support Worker journey with Dorset County Hospital? We may have what you are looking for!

We are having an interview evening on the 27th October 2026 and are looking to grow our team of Permanent Band 2 and 3 Healthcare Support Workers.

Dependant on experience and with agreement from the line manager, Band 3 may be offered from start date.

Internal applicants may apply for ward movement and Bank to Substantive posts via this vacancy.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will:

• Provide support to the clinical teams in the running of the ward.
• Provide excellent care to your patients.
• Learn to work with various NHS systems in order to provide the best care possible.

To succeed in this role you should have:

• Excellent communication skills and be able to engage with other team members effectively, liaise with fellow professionals to support the safe care of our patients.
• The ability to use your own initiative and be responsive to instruction.
• A willingness to learn.

About us

In return we can offer you:

• An attractive benefits package including competitive hourly rate, brilliant leave entitlement, NHS discount, NHS pensions and more!
• Access to first class training to support you in your role, whether you are in your first years of healthcare, or progressing your existing career. This includes a week of initial training which will result in you achieving a Care Certificate.
• Functional Skills.
• A truly special environment as part of #TeamDCH.
• The opportunity to progress to Band 3 where suitable.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job summary

Applications are invited to join our Obstetric & Gynaecology Department at Dorset County Hospital. We are a busy unit, managing a wide rural geographical area. The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic doctor who has a minimum of two years experience at Registrar Level in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

The middle grades participate in a rota based on 40 hours full shift. The Trust Doctor will be attending major inpatient operating lists to enhance / develop their surgical skills in abdominal and vaginal open surgery. You will be covering Labour ward, Gynaecology Ward, antenatal care clinics and day case surgery.

You will benefit from working alongside a team of 10 Consultants with special interests in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and learning from their skills. We have a broad range of training opportunities available and the successful candidate will be offered the opportunity of continuing professional development, including training in non-clinical aspects of the post. The post holder would be expected to participate in peer supervision and team training programmes.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will work across both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, covering Labour Ward, antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology wards, antenatal and gynaecology outpatient clinics, the Day Assessment Triage Units and the Early Pregnancy Unit. This includes being responsible for the care of patients admitted to obstetric and gynaecology beds within Dorset County Hospital (DCH) in rotation with the other department middle grade doctors and for implementing clinical management decisions taken by the Consultants.

To be competent in medical and general obstetric and gynaecological procedures commensurate with a middle grade doctor. This includes ability to manage Labour Ward under indirect Consultant supervision, be competent in all caesarean section categories, instrumental deliveries, 3rd degree perineal tear repair and management of obstetric emergencies.

To assume clinical responsibility under the supervision of the Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist for the management of patients with obstetric and gynaecological disorders. They will assume clinical responsibility for patients under the care of the Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and undertake the necessary administrative duties associated with the care of patients.

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 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 looking for a caring, enthusiastic and organised individual to join our friendly Neurophysiology and Diagnostic Imaging team.

This is a varied, patient-focused role supporting staff across Neurophysiology, Ultrasound and Mammography. You will help patients throughout their journey, providing clinical assistance, chaperoning, basic observations, patient escorts and support during examinations and procedures, alongside reception and administrative duties.

Working as part of a busy multidisciplinary team, you will help ensure patients receive a safe, efficient and positive experience. If you have excellent communication skills, enjoy working with people and are keen to develop your clinical skills, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To provide comprehensive clinical and technical support to the consultant Neurophysiologist Radiologists, physiologist sonographers, radiographers and the patients attending Diagnostic Appointment. The job role will involve a shift pattern of working over seven days per week. The post will involve working between Neurophysiology and Diagnostic imaging

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

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 Band 7 Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist - CRM (Cardiac Rhythm Management) to join the Cardiac Physiology team at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Cardiac Physiologist with expertise in CRM to support the delivery and development of our cardiac device service. The successful candidate will play a key role in the follow-up, assessment, and optimisation of patients with implantable cardiac devices, including pacemakers, ICDs, and CRT devices, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centred care.

As a highly specialist practitioner, you will work closely with consultant cardiologists and the wider multidisciplinary team, contributing to service improvement, quality assurance, and the delivery of high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac services. The role offers opportunities to develop advanced clinical skills while supporting a growing and innovative CRM service.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking department committed to delivering outstanding care and developing its workforce within a modern NHS environment.

Main duties of the job

As a Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist (CRM), you will provide expert assessment, follow-up, and optimisation of patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices, including pacemakers, ICDs, and CRT devices. You will independently manage complex device clinics, identify and respond to device-related issues and clinically significant arrhythmias, and work closely with consultant cardiologists and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and timely patient care.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will play a key role in service development, quality improvement, and clinical governance initiatives, helping to shape and enhance the future delivery of Cardiac Rhythm Management services. Responsibilities will also include supporting the training, supervision, and development of junior staff and trainees, contributing to a positive learning environment and maintaining high standards of patient-centred care across the 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.

Job summary

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, ambitious and highly motivated Specialty Doctor in ENT (Otolaryngology) to join a well established, progressive and supportive team on a 12 month fixed term basis.

This post is based at Dorset County Hospital, a modern acute hospital located in the county town of Dorchester. The majority of the post holder's clinical activity will take place at the Trust, however some outpatient clinics and day surgery lists are held at community hospitals within the Dorset area and Yeovil District Hospital Foundation Trust.

Potential interview date: 3rd November 2026

Main duties of the job

Please see attached job description for the main duties of this post.

Please do not hesitate to make contact for further queries regarding this post.

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 project manage projects and initiatives to deliver the masterplan, a key organisational strategy to enable the Trust strategy, clinical strategy and people strategy to be realised.

Main duties of the job

• Day to day project management of masterplan and other projects.
• Develop and maintain key programme and project documentation (for example business cases, risk register, communications plan, project plans, issues logs, equalities impact assessments, benefits templates and other relevant documents) Prepare, manage and evaluate options appraisals.
• Ensure effective stakeholder management and communications to create key links both internally and externally, holding to account for delivery where necessary.
• Work flexibly, diligently and autonomously to meet tight timescales.
• Plan and manage project budgets and resources.
• Support capital projects from feasibility through to timely completion and within budget working alongside project teams and partners.
• Work with the wider Estates team to ensure projects are delivered compliant with relevant legislation and best practice.
• Support planning and building control application processes for capital work To support the delivery of effective communication through leading focus groups, developing newsletters and other communication methods where required.
• To provide effective leadership to and management of design teams and other consultants/specialists engaged for project deliveryChair and support project boards and working groups.
• Prepare and present reports to diverse groups internally and externally.
• Ensure engagement of relevant service leads or clinicians throughout the life of the project.

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 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.

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.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our forward-thinking, friendly, and diverse team on Cardiac Care. We are an 18-bedded inpatient area including a 4-bedded level 2 Coronary Care Unit within it.

As a Band 5 nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, compassionate, evidence-based care to patients with a wide range of complex cardiac conditions such as heart failure, arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, and cardiogenic shock. Specialising in cardiac nursing positions you at the cutting edge of care delivery from acute emergencies to long-term management.

You will work closely with our cardiology consultants, specialist nurses, and the wider MDT to support patients and their loved ones through some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

This is a fixed term contract for 1 year to cover Maternity Leave.

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

We welcome applications from nurses who:

• Have a special interest in cardiac nursing.
• Are confident working in fast-paced environments.
• Are keen to develop specialist skills in heart rhythm recognition, the treatment of the deteriorating / level 2 patient, autonomous practice, and pre and post procedural care of those undergoing angioplasty, device insertion, and DC cardioversion.
• Enjoy working as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care.

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 to join our forward-thinking, friendly, and diverse team on Cardiac Care. We are an 18-bedded inpatient area including a 4-bedded level 2 Coronary Care Unit within it.As a Band 5 nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, compassionate, evidence-based care to patients with a wide range of complex cardiac conditions such as heart failure, arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, and cardiogenic shock. Specialising in cardiac nursing positions you at the cutting edge of care delivery from acute emergencies to long-term management.You will work closely with our cardiology consultants, specialist nurses, and the wider MDT to support patients and their loved ones through some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

This is a permanent position and the candidate will be expected to work on a rotational basis between nights and days, across 7 days a week.

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

We welcome applications from nurses who:

• Have a special interest in cardiac nursing.
• Are confident working in fast-paced environments.
• Are keen to develop specialist skills in heart rhythm recognition, the treatment of the deteriorating / level 2 patient, autonomous practice, and pre and post procedural care of those undergoing angioplasty, device insertion, and DC cardioversion.
• Enjoy working as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care.

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 for the full time substantive Consultant Urologist at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This is a new appointment to our current Urology base. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment , focusing on delivering high quality patient outcomes.

Main duties of the job

- To provide inpatient and outpatient services- To be part of a multidisciplinary team, this includes radiologists, oncologists, pathologists and clinical nurse specialists.- To contribute to the training and educational and clinical supervision of Higher and Basic Surgical trainees and other professional team members.- To provide appraisals and assessment of medical staff supporting the team.- To develop special interests to enhance what is currently undertaken in the department.- To fulfil continuing professional development in line with clinical governance.- To participate in audit and other areas of the Care Group responsibility.- To be involved in a 1:7 consultant of the week on call rota with prospective cover, covering Urology patients.- To support the development of the 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 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 for a Locum Consultant in Cardiology based at Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust.

The post holder along with their fellow Consultant colleagues, will be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive Cardiology service to the Trust and the local community, a 24/7 cardiology On-Call service which requires a 1 in 6 commitment.

The post will also entail supporting the pacing and complex devise service at Dorset County Hospital.

Enquiries are welcomed by Dr Edney Boston-Griffiths on:-

o +44(0)1305 255395

[email protected]

Main duties of the job

This is a 12 month fixed term, full time (10 PA) post based at Dorset County Hospital.

The post holder, with their 6 Consultant colleagues, will be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive Cardiology service to the Trust and the local community and be part of the 24/7 cardiology On- Call service that requires a 1 in 6 week rota commitment.

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 Royal Eye Infirmary at Dorset County Hospital is looking to recruit anexperienced and highly motivated Band 5 Orthoptist to join our friendly department. This is a fixed term post. The department is based at Dorset County Hospital, but we run single handed clinics in the community.

A diploma/degree in Orthoptics and HCPC registration is essential. The post holder will be expected to travel between the hospital site and various locations in the community to carry out peripheral clinics; therefore, a car driver is preferable.

The department currently runs paediatric and ocular motility clinics.Currently, orthoptists in our department have extended roles in stroke. We are also a placement site for Orthoptic students. Staff regularly participate in department audit, clinical governance and clinical teaching sessions. The post-holder will be supported by the Head Orthoptist.

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

• To assist in the provision of the Orthoptist services as an autonomous practitioner,
• Expected to work clinically to deliver a range of core Orthoptic services
• To provide Orthoptic assessment, diagnosis and management of patients of all ages and abilities, planning, implementing, and monitoring individual Orthoptic treatment plans/care pathways using clinical reasoning and evidence based practice.
• To support the Ophthalmology service as required.

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 Royal Eye Infirmary at Dorset County Hospital is looking to recruit anexperienced and highly motivated Band 6 Orthoptist to join our friendly department. This is a permanent, part time post. The department is based at Dorset County Hospital, but we run single handed clinics in the community.

A diploma/degree in Orthoptics and HCPC registration is essential. The post holder will be expected to travel between the hospital site and various locations in the community to carry out peripheral clinics; therefore, a car driver is preferable.

The department currently runs paediatric and ocular motility clinics.Currently, orthoptists in our department have extended roles in stroke. We are also a placement site for Orthoptic students. Staff regularly participate in department audit, clinical governance and clinical teaching sessions. The post-holder will be supported by the Head Orthoptist.

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

• To assist in the provision of the Orthoptic services as an autonomous practitioner.
• Expected to work clinically to deliver a range of core Orthoptic services
• To provide Orthoptic assessment, diagnosis and management of patients of all ages and abilities, planning, implementing, and monitoring individual Orthoptic treatment plans / care pathways using clinical reasoning and evidence based practice.
• To support the Ophthalmology service as required.
• Applicants will have a degree or diploma in Orthoptics and be registered with HCPC.

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.

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