Job summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual with good communication skills and a passion for caring for patients in their own homes to join our friendly team.

Experience of clinical work in the community is desirable but training will be offered to the successful applicant.

There is an expectation that the successful candidate will undertake our in house development program for extended skills which will involve insulin administration, administration of other injectables and catheterisation.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision and support from the team you will be required to work as part of the District Nursing Team visit patients in their own homes providing clinical care, including but not limited to wound care, phlebotomy and extended skills once proficient. You will be expected to have a reasonable level of IT skills.

To undertake care, following the instructions of the team leader or nominated deputy according to the needs of the patients as identified on the care plan, providing evidence based, high quality, holistic nursing care for patients in their own homes and care homes

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Access to a car with a valid driving license is essential for this role. Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

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

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£13,738 to £14,653 a year

p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C061.26A

Job locations

Parkstone Towers Medical Centre

Mansfield Road

Poole

BH140DJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Willing and able to apply existing experience to community and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community setting

• Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development/training as identified to meet the needs of the service, including Trust Band 3 Extended Skills programme and Care Certificate

• Excellent communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Desire to work in the primary care setting.

• Ability to work alone.

• Good IT skills

Desirable

• Community/Acute Hospital experience

Business Travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Willing and able to apply existing experience to community and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community setting

• Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development/training as identified to meet the needs of the service, including Trust Band 3 Extended Skills programme and Care Certificate

• Excellent communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Desire to work in the primary care setting.

• Ability to work alone.

• Good IT skills

Desirable

• Community/Acute Hospital experience

Business Travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Parkstone Towers Medical Centre

Mansfield Road

Poole

BH140DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Parkstone Towers Medical Centre

Mansfield Road

Poole

BH140DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking a Clinical Team leader to join Harbour Ward at St Ann's Hospital. This is a leadership role with great opportunities to demonstrate your knowledge and abilities, whilst continually improving services and providing hands on care to service users.

This role is for a 10 month Secondment.

Harbour Ward: a 16 bedded male treatment ward, providing treatment and care for a wide range of mental health illnesses such as: Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety and Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder. The age of the patients ranges from 18 to 64.

The multi-disciplinary team on Harbour are supportive, knowledgeable and have wide ranging skills to:

• Treat informalpatients and thosedetained under the Mental Health Act using positive engagement, talking therapies (CBT/DBT) and medicines

• Place the patient front and centre in their recovery journey

• Engage creatively withpatients to co-produce theirindividual care plans

• Prioritise both mental and physical health wellness

• Help patients get active, eat well and take care of their own wellbeing

• Promote freedom of choice and least restrictive practice, in a safe and therapeutic environment

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

Main duties of the job

Clinical Team Leaders undertake a dual clinical and leadership role, acting as a deputy for the Ward Manager.

They play a key role in the day-to-day management of ward; are a main point of contact for advice/decisions and will support, supervise and manage staff.

They also assist in the delivery of local and nationally required outcomes and will often be given a lead role to manage in their own right.

You will need to have experience as an RMN and also have completed your supervisor and assessor training.

You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course, and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.

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

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

p.a.

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-M278.26

Job locations

St. Anns Hospital

Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Experience at Staff Nurse Band 5 level for a substantial period

• Experience of receiving clinical supervision

• Multi-disciplinary networking

• Ability to lead and work in multi- professional teams.

Desirable

• Awareness multi-cultural issues within acute psychiatry

Managerial Experience

Essential

• Experience in receiving feedback and adapting practice based upon this

• Ability to supervise others' work

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to meet contractual requirements and participate in 24hrs care

• A level of fitness and ability to participate and complete PMVA, Breakaway training and Manual Handling (practice and theory).

Infromation Technology

Essential

• Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Experience at Staff Nurse Band 5 level for a substantial period

• Experience of receiving clinical supervision

• Multi-disciplinary networking

• Ability to lead and work in multi- professional teams.

Desirable

• Awareness multi-cultural issues within acute psychiatry

Managerial Experience

Essential

• Experience in receiving feedback and adapting practice based upon this

• Ability to supervise others' work

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to meet contractual requirements and participate in 24hrs care

• A level of fitness and ability to participate and complete PMVA, Breakaway training and Manual Handling (practice and theory).

Infromation Technology

Essential

• Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Anns Hospital

Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Anns Hospital

Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our dedicated teams based on Herm & St Brelades Wards, Alderney Hospital.

The inpatients services are for Older Persons with a organic or functional mental health diagnosis.

We are looking for a desire to engage, motivate and innovate within this specialised and autonomous role. You will have advanced skills and be able to assess, diagnose and formulate a clinical management plan for the patients with complex, chronic illnesses or requiring end of life care.

Working together with Primary Care, Community Services, Social Services and the Voluntary Sector to provide enhanced and pro-active care.

Applicants should have a broad experience working within community or urgent care settings at a senior level and knowledge of working within the field of older peoples care. You must have proven experience of working across the pillars of Advanced Practice and are expected to have successfully completed the MSc Advanced Clinical Practitioner programme and be a non-medical prescriber.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality person centred care which always considers peoples' safety, privacy and dignity using advanced clinical knowledge that is evidence based.

As part of a multi-professional team, the post holder will practice autonomously, whilst being accountable and self directed in line with the relevant code of professional conduct. Plan and manage complete episodes of care; undertake independent comprehensive assessment and management of service users to incorporate pharmacological considerations; making complex clinical decisions regarding service usermanagement and clinical outcomes. To provide expert clinical advice and leadership ensuring the needs of the service are met by exercising and demonstrating high levels of clinical judgement, critical analysis and advanced decision making skills.

To lead as a driver for change, to monitor and improve standards through supervision, evidence based practice, clinical audit, research and education. To work strategically, contributing to the planning and development of integrated services

We actively support learners, including those undertaking the ACP programme, there will be an expectation that the post holder will provide clinical supervision and support.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year

p.a.

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

152-M279.26

Job locations

Haven male PICU

St Ann's Hospital, 69 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset BH7 6EY

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course, and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course, and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.

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

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills & Training

Essential

• Registered health practitioner

• Relevant full Masters degree or demonstrable extensive equivalent experience in the relevant specialty

• Evidence of recent evidence based professional development in an up to date portfolio demonstrating leadership, education and service development achievements including links to national work and standards

• Registered non-medical prescriber (if professionally appropriate)

• Clear and demonstrable evidence of advanced, autonomous practice in the management of patients / service users

• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training

• Knowledge and understanding of the Trust's strategies

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Evidence of effective leadership and Risk management skills

• Evidence of relevant leadership in meeting clinical governance objectives

• Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team and able to demonstrate changes of practice through these

• Evidence of education and training in practice

• Evidence of involvement in the development of programmes of care, protocols and audit

• Experience of interdisciplinary working

• Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change

• Evidence of publication in healthcare arena

• Evidence of research involvement

• Experience of co-ordinating complex activities / programmes of care with other professionals and agencies

Managerial / Supervisory Exp

Essential

• Able to undertake clinical supervision and systematic peer caseload review of colleagues on an individual or group basis.

Information technology

Essential

• Confident in the use of computer systems, spread sheets, databases, data collection and coordination, word processing and report writing.

Personal Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours

• Evidence of skills in diplomacy, negotiation and influencing

• Effective communicator able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information where there may be barriers to understanding

Business travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills & Training

Essential

• Registered health practitioner

• Relevant full Masters degree or demonstrable extensive equivalent experience in the relevant specialty

• Evidence of recent evidence based professional development in an up to date portfolio demonstrating leadership, education and service development achievements including links to national work and standards

• Registered non-medical prescriber (if professionally appropriate)

• Clear and demonstrable evidence of advanced, autonomous practice in the management of patients / service users

• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training

• Knowledge and understanding of the Trust's strategies

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Evidence of effective leadership and Risk management skills

• Evidence of relevant leadership in meeting clinical governance objectives

• Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team and able to demonstrate changes of practice through these

• Evidence of education and training in practice

• Evidence of involvement in the development of programmes of care, protocols and audit

• Experience of interdisciplinary working

• Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change

• Evidence of publication in healthcare arena

• Evidence of research involvement

• Experience of co-ordinating complex activities / programmes of care with other professionals and agencies

Managerial / Supervisory Exp

Essential

• Able to undertake clinical supervision and systematic peer caseload review of colleagues on an individual or group basis.

Information technology

Essential

• Confident in the use of computer systems, spread sheets, databases, data collection and coordination, word processing and report writing.

Personal Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours

• Evidence of skills in diplomacy, negotiation and influencing

• Effective communicator able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information where there may be barriers to understanding

Business travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Haven male PICU

St Ann's Hospital, 69 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset BH7 6EY

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Haven male PICU

St Ann's Hospital, 69 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset BH7 6EY

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Dorset All Age Eating Disorders Service are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Team Secretary who preferably has a comprehensive knowledge of NHS secretarial and administrative procedures. This is a busy position and requires the post holder to be highly organised in co-ordinating their workload to efficiently meet the needs of the service. In this role you will receive peer support and supervision sessions.

You will be joining a friendly, dynamic, professional multi-disciplinary team in a high paced environment where a flexible and adaptable approach with excellent multi-tasking abilities as well as a good understanding of Microsoft Office and a minimum of RSA/OCR II Typing / word processing qualification or equivalent is required. A working knowledge of RiO would be preferable.

The role will be based at Trinity Street in Dorchester.

If you have any queries about any aspect of the role or need additional information please contact Karen Bareham, Lead Administrator or Hannah Zillner, Clinical Manager on 0300 019 1771.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Main duties of the job

You will support all Eating Disorder clinical staff by undertaking administrative and clerical duties including registering referrals, scheduling of appointments, typing all therapists' letters, team meeting minutes, professionals meeting minutes, as well as reception duties and answering and appropriately directing all calls into the service.

You will provide information to patients, staff, carers, relatives, GPs, Community Health Teams, relating to appointments, patient care, service pathways and meetings, verballyby telephone, face to face or written in a tactful and courteous manner often requiringnon-clinical advice involving careful analysis of delicate situations regarding patientcare, requiring knowledge of patient confidentiality.

You will organise and prioritise own routine and non-routine daily workload. To have input into developing, organising and implementing new office procedures and systems e.g.developing/updating databases, procedures for processing referrals and general day-to-day business.

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

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

p.a., pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time

Reference number

152-M280.26

Job locations

Trinity Court

20 Trinity Street

Dorchester

DT1 1TU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS TRAINING

Essential

• Well-developed skills in communicating effectively with clients and other professionals within and outside the NHS

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY / RESOURCES

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel and data base management

Desirable

• RiO training

PERSONAL QUALITIES / ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Good time management skills e.g. To be able to work to tight deadlines

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS TRAINING

Essential

• Well-developed skills in communicating effectively with clients and other professionals within and outside the NHS

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY / RESOURCES

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel and data base management

Desirable

• RiO training

PERSONAL QUALITIES / ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Good time management skills e.g. To be able to work to tight deadlines

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trinity Court

20 Trinity Street

Dorchester

DT1 1TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trinity Court

20 Trinity Street

Dorchester

DT1 1TU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you an experienced and motivated Team Manager looking to inspire and support the Children and Young People Mental Health Service redesign project? CYPMH Dorset is entering an exciting period of growth and development, supported by new investment and a strong commitment to transforming how children and young people access mental health support.

As the Team Manager you will provide operational leadership within CAMHS I-Thrive services, delivering care across Getting Help, Getting More Help, and the Integrated Front Door. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred and evidence-based mental health care for children, young people and their families. The role involves close working with Senior Clinical Practitioners, Clinical Leads and partner agencies to ensure effective pathways, timely access and positive outcomes.

The Team Manager role is a full time, weekday post of 37.5 hours. We would welcome part time applicants with a minimum of 30 hours. There are roles available across Dorset which include Weymouth & Portland, Dorchester, Blandford and East Dorset. We do require some level of flexibility with elements of travel required. Locality cover can be discussed at interview stage. In addition, we also provide flexibility and can support hybrid working and how hours can be met to promote and support a healthy work life balance.

For queries, please contact natalie.scott4@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

• Provide operational leadership and line management to a CAMHS I-Thrive team

• Oversee referrals, triage, allocation and flow through Getting Help, Getting More Help and the Integrated Front Door

• Ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care in line with THRIVE principles

• Monitor team performance, caseloads, waiting times and outcomes

• Promote robust risk management, safeguarding and patient safety

• Support staff supervision, appraisal, wellbeing and professional development

• Lead and support recruitment, induction and workforce planning

• Work collaboratively with health, education, local authority and VCSE partners

• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and transformation activity

• Deputise for senior managers as required

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

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

About us

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

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

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

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

Details

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time

Reference number

152-M005.26C

Job locations

Forston Clinic

Herrison Rd, Charlton Down Herrison Rd

Dorchester

DT2 9TB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Post graduate degree level study or equivalent in relevant profession.

• Current registration with appropriate professional body, eg NMC / HCPC / UKCP

• Robust knowledge and understanding of the Thrive service framework, and a commitment to adhering to the core principles of the framework across all aspects of service and system wide delivery

Job specific experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working with children and/or young people

• Experience of making judgements in complex operational or clinical matters

• Experience of working with safeguarding issues and contributing to training within a safeguarding environment

Managerial/supervisory experience

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with all staff to ensure programmes of care are implemented

• Ability to carry out clinical supervision effectively

Desirable

• Evidence of effective staff management, including management of individual and team performance

Clinical Leadership Qualities

Essential

• In-depth experience of working in mental health services where multi-disciplinary working was embraced as part of service delivery

• Experience of assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care for young people

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Post graduate degree level study or equivalent in relevant profession.

• Current registration with appropriate professional body, eg NMC / HCPC / UKCP

• Robust knowledge and understanding of the Thrive service framework, and a commitment to adhering to the core principles of the framework across all aspects of service and system wide delivery

Job specific experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working with children and/or young people

• Experience of making judgements in complex operational or clinical matters

• Experience of working with safeguarding issues and contributing to training within a safeguarding environment

Managerial/supervisory experience

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with all staff to ensure programmes of care are implemented

• Ability to carry out clinical supervision effectively

Desirable

• Evidence of effective staff management, including management of individual and team performance

Clinical Leadership Qualities

Essential

• In-depth experience of working in mental health services where multi-disciplinary working was embraced as part of service delivery

• Experience of assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care for young people

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forston Clinic

Herrison Rd, Charlton Down Herrison Rd

Dorchester

DT2 9TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forston Clinic

Herrison Rd, Charlton Down Herrison Rd

Dorchester

DT2 9TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

CYPMH Dorset is entering an exciting period of growth, with new investments enabling us to enhance our services in line with Thrive principles. This role will evolve as we develop, beginning with supporting existing teams from a temporary base during the transition. Positions are available in our Weymouth and Portland and BCP localities, and the future service will include extended operational hours as we expand.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build skills, influence new initiatives, and grow professionally. We are looking for adaptable, positive individuals who are eager to help shape our future and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment.

We are recruiting Senior Clinical Practitioners across the Getting Help, Getting More Help and Getting Risk Support quadrants of our i-Thrive service model, offering opportunities to work across a range of pathways supporting children, young people, and their families.

As a Senior Clinical Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care, while supporting the transformation and development of CYPMH services across Dorset.

This is a full-time post and we welcome part-time hours of minimum 22.5 hours and we would consider a job share. This can be discussed further at interview stage.

Main duties of the job

You will undertake advanced clinical assessments, develop formulations, and deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people with complex mental health needs. Working within the i-Thrive framework, they will ensure care is responsive, person-centred, and aligned to the needs of children, young people, and their families.

A key aspect of the role is providing clinical leadership and oversight of the patient journey, supporting timely access to services, effective care planning, and monitoring patient flow to identify and address barriers to care. The post holder will help ensure children and young people receive the right support at the right time.

The Senior Clinical Practitioner will hold a specialist caseload, delivering individual, group, and family interventions, and undertaking comprehensive risk assessment and management to support safe, effective clinical decision-making.

The role includes providing consultation, supervision, and professional support to multidisciplinary colleagues, working collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver coordinated care. The post holder will also contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement, and transformation activity in line with Thrive principles.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

p.a., pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time

Reference number

152-M088.26A

Job locations

Forston Clinic

Herrison Rd, Charlton Down

Dorchester

DT2 9TB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

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

Person Specification

Knoweldge, Skills & Training

Essential

• Post graduate degree level study or equivalent in relevant profession.

• Current registration with appropriate professional body, eg NMC / HCPC / UKCP

• Core professional qualifications as Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, Applied Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or equivalent.

• Demonstrable experience of working at Band 6 with young people their families and carers.

• The experience and ability to provide clinical and/or management supervision.

• Proven ability to communicate clearly in difficult and highly complex situations.

• Experience of assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care, for young people

Desirable

• Ability to supervise clinically at an advanced level

• Clinical Supervisor Training

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working as part of a CAMHS Team

• Experience of effective working with multidisciplinary teams and other agencies.

• Experience of making judgements in complex operational or clinical matters

• Experience of working with safeguarding issues and contributing to training within a safeguarding environment.

Managerial / supervisory experience

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with all staff to ensure programmes of care are implemented.

• Ability to carry out clinical supervision effectively.

Desirable

• Evidence of effective staff management, including management of individual and team performance

• Demonstrable experience of leading/managing a multi professional team

Personal qualities / attributes

Essential

• Able to influence and work with local partners in health and social care developing new services.

• Evidence of resilience in a range of complex and demanding situations

• Willingness to explore new ways of working with services and delivery and encourage staff to do so.

• Ability to manage time and conflicting demands, and prioritise workload of self and that of others accordingly.

Business travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act 2010, able travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

• Able to travel between sites

Person Specification

Knoweldge, Skills & Training

Essential

• Post graduate degree level study or equivalent in relevant profession.

• Current registration with appropriate professional body, eg NMC / HCPC / UKCP

• Core professional qualifications as Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, Applied Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or equivalent.

• Demonstrable experience of working at Band 6 with young people their families and carers.

• The experience and ability to provide clinical and/or management supervision.

• Proven ability to communicate clearly in difficult and highly complex situations.

• Experience of assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care, for young people

Desirable

• Ability to supervise clinically at an advanced level

• Clinical Supervisor Training

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working as part of a CAMHS Team

• Experience of effective working with multidisciplinary teams and other agencies.

• Experience of making judgements in complex operational or clinical matters

• Experience of working with safeguarding issues and contributing to training within a safeguarding environment.

Managerial / supervisory experience

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with all staff to ensure programmes of care are implemented.

• Ability to carry out clinical supervision effectively.

Desirable

• Evidence of effective staff management, including management of individual and team performance

• Demonstrable experience of leading/managing a multi professional team

Personal qualities / attributes

Essential

• Able to influence and work with local partners in health and social care developing new services.

• Evidence of resilience in a range of complex and demanding situations

• Willingness to explore new ways of working with services and delivery and encourage staff to do so.

• Ability to manage time and conflicting demands, and prioritise workload of self and that of others accordingly.

Business travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act 2010, able travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

• Able to travel between sites

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forston Clinic

Herrison Rd, Charlton Down

Dorchester

DT2 9TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forston Clinic

Herrison Rd, Charlton Down

Dorchester

DT2 9TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Our busy District Nursing teams in Christchurch are looking for a Band 5 community Staff Nurse to join their team, based at Christchurch Medical Centre . Applicants can be newly qualified, or experienced, as full training and support will be offered. We are looking for dynamic, motivated individuals who wish to provide high standard nursing care to people in their own homes.

Full time hours are available. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

The successful individual must be able to drive and have access to a car.

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

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Main duties of the job

The role includes, wound care, palliative care, IV drug administration, medication/ injection administration, diabetes management and many other diverse skills.

This is a full time vacancy. There will be an expectation for the successful candidates to work weekends, late shifts and bank holidays pro rata. Our late shift covers until 8pm.

With excellent links to local universities, the training and development we are able to offer is first class, allowing rapid upskilling and support with new skills. Newly qualified staff will have access to a preceptorship program and a specific clinical upskilling program to support their transition from student to RGN.

About us

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

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

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

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

Details

Date posted

26 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£25,658 to £31,234 a year

p.a

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-C173.26

Job locations

Christchurch 1

1 Purewell Cross Road

Christchurch

BH23 3AF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level

• Membership of the relevant Professional Body

• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training

• Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio

• Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Supervised experience gained during clinical placements

• Ability to mentor students / supervise other junior staff

• Experience of contributing to the management of change

• Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of practice

• Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice

• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Managerial/Supervisory

Essential

• Experience of demonstrating duties to junior staff

Desirable

• Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours

• Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills

• Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities

• Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required

• Experience of planning and organising ongoing activities, e.g. organise own time and that of junior staff and learners

• Ability to use own initiative within sphere of authority

• Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to practice

• Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level

• Membership of the relevant Professional Body

• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training

• Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio

• Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Supervised experience gained during clinical placements

• Ability to mentor students / supervise other junior staff

• Experience of contributing to the management of change

• Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of practice

• Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice

• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Managerial/Supervisory

Essential

• Experience of demonstrating duties to junior staff

Desirable

• Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours

• Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills

• Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities

• Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required

• Experience of planning and organising ongoing activities, e.g. organise own time and that of junior staff and learners

• Ability to use own initiative within sphere of authority

• Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to practice

• Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Christchurch 1

1 Purewell Cross Road

Christchurch

BH23 3AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Christchurch 1

1 Purewell Cross Road

Christchurch

BH23 3AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an individual who is passionate in making a positive contribution to improving the physical health for people living with SMI within primary and secondary services, supporting them in accessing appropriate level of care.

We offer a high-quality training covering core mental health awareness, physical health promotion and behaviour change for people living with SMI. You will have protected time to access relevant training and appropriate supervision & reflective practice as well as access to multidisciplinary team structures as part of continued development.

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

Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be working closely with the existing teams in Primary and Secondary care to enhance the provision by providing comprehensive physical health assessments (in both clinic and home settings), signpost individuals to services to improve their physical health and set goals with individuals to help improve their physical health.

You will be working closely with, Christchurch and Bournemouth East Community Mental Health Team but embedded within Primary Care GP Surgeries to provide the physical health care needs for people within primary and secondary care services.

You will be working with individuals and relevant staff through the process to develop physical health care goals and plans to promote and encourage self-management of physical health. Develop and promote individuals to develop supportive relationships with key partner organisations and communities to support sustainability.

To provide a comprehensive physical health monitoring, assessment and annual review appointments for people diagnosed with a serious mental illness in a clinical setting, seeking to reduce the health inequality and mortality gap these individuals face and promoting positive lifestyle choices.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job summary

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionateSenior Mental Health Support Worker to join our T4 Day service pilot project at Wareham Hospital.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a specialist, multidisciplinary team providing evidence-based intervention to individuals experiencing eating disorders and other mental health difficulties. You will work in partnership with service users, families, and carers to support recovery and promote wellbeing within community settings.

Main duties of the job

You will have specific responsibilities to undertake a range of delegated clinical duties involving direct and indirect care to patients under minimal supervision and as directed by the qualified staff team.

Following personal development planning and targeted training you will be in a position to work more autonomously in supporting patients. You will be supported by a career development pathway and as a result, you will develop a broad underpinning knowledge base at intermediate level and have the ability to evaluate information and communicate with a range of professionals.

This service is commissioned by the South West Provider Collaborative.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.

Job summary

Are you a passionate Physiotherapist looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference.We are delighted to offer an opportunity to join our friendly and supportive therapy team at Alderney Hospital.

To provide a high quality evidence-based physiotherapy input to a caseload of complex, predominately frail/older people, on Jersey & Guernsey Ward as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

This is a Part-Time post of 25 hours. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

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

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position

Main duties of the job

To provide assessments, plan and develop physiotherapytreatments for patients with complex physical needs in a community hospital with a focus on discharge planning.

To provide a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers people's safety, privacy and dignity.

To provide specialist care and interventions, assessments, treatments and managing patients on a caseload, as part of the wider multi-disciplinary care team.

To provide specialist advice to others regarding the management and care of patients / service users.

To devise specialist programmes of care for other professionals to deliver and ensure they are delivered appropriately.

To plan, implement and review health improvement programmes in a range of settings

About us

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

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

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

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

Job summary

Full time - 37.5 hours per week | On-site presence essential

Are you looking for a rewarding role at the heart of patient safety, quality, and justice? Join Dorset HealthCare's Clinical Legal Services Team and play a vital role in supporting the Trust to meet its legal and regulatory responsibilities while improving learning and outcomes across services.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team, contributing to the effective management of inquests and clinical negligence claims. You will play a key role in ensuring the Trust responds professionally, compassionately and in line with national requirements.

What we're looking for

We're seeking a highly organised, detail-focused professional with excellent communication skills and the ability to work sensitively across a range of complex and sometimes challenging situations. You'll be comfortable engaging with clinicians, senior leaders and external stakeholders, bringing a collaborative, solutions-focused approach and you will have a knowledge of NHS Resolution in management of Clinical Negligence Claims and Inquest work.

Main duties of the job

Lead and manage a caseload of inquests and clinical negligence claims, supporting the delivery of a high-quality Clinical Legal Services function

Conduct thorough preliminary investigations into incidents, claims and inquests involving the Trust

Work collaboratively with clinical teams to ensure learning is identified and embedded, strengthening quality and patient safety

Ensure full compliance with NHS Resolution (NHSR) requirements and guidelines

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, providing clear oversight of legal activity and organisational risk

Support the Trust to meet its legal, regulatory and governance obligations with confidence and professionalism

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

Employment in this post requires an Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Previous applicants need not apply and please note we are not at this time able to offer support with SQE qualifications

About us

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

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

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

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

Job summary

Are you looking for a new opportunity to enhance your knowledge and care of patients living with frailty? Mid Dorset Hub have an opportunity for an 8 month secondment/maternity cover, to explore this exciting and rewarding area of healthcare.

As a Frailty Practitioner you will provide proactive support to people in their own homes and this is an opportunity to help provide care to our patients in a truly integrated way, working with the services across the neighbourhood.

You will provide both proactive and reactive care to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions by supporting individuals to remain in their own homes by undertaking holistic and generalist assessments at the point of need. You will assist individuals and their carers to proactively anticipate their future health needs, support self-care, develop appropriate plans, manage deterioration via early intervention and work collaboratively with the wider MDT Team to promote improved outcomes and the management of frailty.

The service is covered 8.30 to 16.30 with a possible future weekend rota as the service develops.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

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

Main duties of the job

To provide a high quality person centred approach to care delivery which always considers people's safety, privacy and dignity.

To provide specialist care and interventions, assessments, treatments and managing patients on a caseload, as part of the wider multi-disciplinary care team.

To provide specialist advice to others regarding the management and care of patients / service users.

To devise specialist programmes of care for other professionals to deliver and ensure they are delivered appropriately.

To plan, implement and review health improvement programmes in a range of settings.

Provide supervision, mentorship, training and clinical support to students and trained practitioners.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate skills in communication, organisation, caseload management, autonomous working, problem solving and innovative thinking to inform service development.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Registered Nurse to join the District Nursing Service covering East Dorset; working 26hpw working across all 3 teams in East Dorset as and when required with the main base being St Leonards hospital.

The role of the Community Staff Nurse has changed over the years and we are now looking after complex patients in their home environments. The skills required for Community Nursing included complex wound management, palliative care and end of life care, medicines management, IV drug administration as well as having a high standard of holistic assessment and care planning skills.

Training is available within the Trust for the successful applicant.

If you are looking for a change and want to work more autonomously in a challenging environment, with opportunities for further career development then the community could be for you. The team work closely with members of the wider multi-disciplinary teams including local Hospices, Complex Care Nurses, Health and Social Care Coordinators, Specialist Nurses and Therapist colleagues. The team is also supported by Intermediate Care Service and utilises our community hospitals for patients' rehabilitation.

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

Main duties of the job

Care of patients at home, requiring nursing care to include diabetes management, complex wound care (including compression bandaging & dopplers), IV management, end of life care, injections and pressure area care to mention a few!

To provide a high quality person centred approach to care delivery which always considers people's safety, privacy and dignity.

To undertake assessment of patients / service users care needs, and develop programmes of care as part of the wider multi-disciplinary care team.

To provide advice to patients/ service users and carers regarding their care.

To plan, implement and review health improvement programmes in a range of settings.

Provide supervision, mentorship, and clinical support to students and junior staff in the team.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join our service as apart-time (6 PA) Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability Psychiatry, as part of the reconfiguration of Psychiatry of Intellectual Disability (Learning Disability) provision within the Community Learning Disability Teams in Dorset.

As the consultant psychiatrist you'll provide acommunity psychiatry service for adults with learning disabilitiesacross the Purbeck and Ferndown areas. The role does not include epilepsy management, which is provided by the specialist Dorset Epilepsy Service within the Neurology service.

You will be supported by experienced colleagues in Learning Disability Psychiatry and will work as part of awell-established, integrated Community Learning Disability Team, with additional support from the Intensive Support Team. You'll contribute to weekly IST review meetings and the wider development of community-based Learning Disability services.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of community-based Learning Disability services, working collaboratively with a skilled multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to adults with learning disabilities across Dorset.

Main duties of the job

You'll provide psychiatric leadership, assessment, diagnosis and treatment for adults with learning disabilities, alongside psychiatric input to patients supported by the IST. Clinical work will be a combination of clinics and home visits. The role includes medical cross-cover for annual, study and emergency sick leave with Consultant colleagues across the adult Learning Disability service.

We offer a £10,000 Recruitment & Retention Payment, paid monthly during your first year in post, alongside a relocation package of up to £10,000 if you are relocating to Dorset. You'll also benefit fromflexible working, excellent NHS benefits, 10 days' study leave and an annual study budget of up to £1,000 - supporting you both professionally and personally.

You'll be offered the opportunity to participate in the county-wide senior on-call rota, which attracts a 3% on call availability supplement plus 0.75 APA per week. The on-call frequency is approximately 1 in 21.

Interested in finding out more? We'd love to hear from you. Contact Dr Cressida Manning, Medical Lead for Specialist Services at cressida.manning@nhs.net for an informal conversation about the opportunity.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job summary

The newly integrated Community Vaccination Service is looking for a team player and experienced HCSW to deliver the school age vaccination

programme alongside the Covid vaccination delivery to housebound patients and care homes, also assisting the admin lead with delegated tasks.

Vaccinations are the safest and most effective way of protecting individuals and communities from vaccine preventable diseases. Working for the

Community Vaccination Service allows for you to work as part of a team supporting and promoting the importance of vaccines who are

passionate to protect this age group and offering support to the Integrated Vaccination Service across the Trust.

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

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Main duties of the job

Administering selected vaccines in schools, at community clinics, in care homes and in patient homes.

Collecting vaccines and equipment from vaccine bases.

Health promotion/Vaccine education

Community engagement.

Delegated administration tasks as identified by the admin lead. Such as running reports, liaising with schools/service users, data collection.

About us

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

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job summary

Dorset Healthcare is offering an exciting opportunity for a CAMHS consultant to join our Weymouth and Portland team on a part time basis.

As the CAMHS consultant you will provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team, alongside a Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Service Manager and a Team Leader. The clinical aspects of the post arise from an overall role to lead the team in the provision of effective assessment and treatment services for patients aged up to 18 years. The role includes a focus on supporting improvements in the process of transition to the adult mental health services as and when appropriate.

There is daily team huddle (handover and wellbeing online meeting), in addition to weekly MDT meetings and regular business and senior management team meetings. You will work within the Weymouth core CAMHS team and provide comprehensive community-based services to young people up to the age of 18 registered with general practitioners.

We welcome informal visits to meet the team and see what the role entails. We are committed to enabling flexible and part time working and welcome discussions on how this could be achieved for you. For any questions and the opportunity to discuss the role, please contact Dr Anu Devanga, CAMHS Lead Consultant; anu.devanga@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

We offer a generous relocation package of up to £10,000 if you are moving to Dorset.

As a senior professional your role will naturally include activities supporting both direct clinical contact and service delivery. Examples of these activities include policy development, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, appraising colleagues, line management or other nominated roles. A job plan will be developed by the Medical Lead for CAMHS with you and reviewed annually. You will be expected to maintain Section 12 (2) and be an Approved Clinician.

As the CAMHS consultant you will work with colleagues in Weymouth & Portland and West Dorset core CAMHS to cover emergency work and to keep waiting lists within the Trust agreed limits.

The post attracts 10 days per year of study leave and an annual study leave budget of up to £1000.

You'll join the weekly on-call rota which is Dorset wide and attracts at 3% on call availability supplement plus 0.75 APA per week. This is a joint general adult, learning disability, child psychiatry and older adult psychiatry on-call rota which is supported by specialist registrars and associate specialists.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job summary

Are you an experienced and adaptable Clinical Practitioner looking to join an innovative team? Our Integrated Front Door (IFD) team within our Dorset Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Service has a unique opportunity to transform how children, young people, families, and professionals access mental health support.

As the Senior Clinical Practitioner, you will be in a pivotal role, eager to help shape our future and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment. CYPMH Dorset is entering an exciting period of growth, with new investments enabling us to enhance our services in line with Thrive principles. This role will evolve as we develop, beginning with supporting existing teams from a temporary base during the transition. Positions are pan-Dorset, and the future service will include extended operational hours as we expand.

As the first point of clinical contact, you will offer timely assessments of need, advice and signposting, to ensure safe triage to the appropriate pathway. You will exercise advanced clinical judgment and decision-making skills, working collaboratively across care systems.

We support you to build skills, influence initiatives, and grow professionally. This is a full-time post; and would welcome any part time applicants, including weekend and evening working to promote work life balance.

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

Main duties of the job

The ECP will have strong, demonstrable clinical experience of working therapeutically with children and young people with mental health presentations and their families. The post holder will work cohesively alongside the Team Leaders, Clinical Lead and Clinical Service Manager and other ECP providing robust clinical leadership, supporting the team with complex cases, hold a caseload within their professional and clinical competence, contribute to multi-agency meetings by providing expert clinical input and promoting the role of CAMHS.

You will provide inspirational clinical leadership to the team, promoting positive outcomes for the young people of Dorset by ensuring that the service provides high quality interventions and offering.

• Receive and respond to referrals into CYPMH via the Integrated Front Door.
• Apply evidence-based clinical judgment to assess needs and formulate care plans.
• Escalate high-risk cases and ensure robust risk management and provide specialist mental health advice and consultation to professionals.
• Champion integrated working across agencies and contribute to service development.
• Support the clinical development of team members and mentor colleagues.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

For any queries, please contact natalie.scott4@nhs.net

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

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

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

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.