Job summary

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust's (HCT) Children and Young People's Occupational Therapy Service has dedicated specialist posts to support CYP with occupational performance needs which impact on their access to activities of daily life including equipment and in adaptations to the their home.

Weare excited to be able to offer a0.6 WTE Band 7 Occupational Therapist (OT) post based in Watford in the Social Care team. We are looking for an OT who has experience with social care for equipment and housing adaptations. Do you wish to broaden your skills by working with children and young people? If you enjoy being community based and working with CYP and their families, this post could be just right for you. The postholder will be involved in the assessment and recommendations for equipment and home adaptations for children and families, and with developing clinical pathways and leadership skills.

This is an exciting time for us as we continue to grow our support offer to provide specialist services in a 3-tiered model. We are embedding health coaching & top-down models into our care pathways. You will be part of a friendly and supportive integrated therapy team delivering a locally driven, needs led service; ensuring children and their families are at the heart of service delivery.

*Proposed interview date: 15th September 2026*

Main duties of the job

You will be part of the Social Care team, consisting of a Clinical Quality Lead, Specialist OTs, Trusted Assessors and Therapy Assistant Practitioners. The service sits within the CYP Integrated Therapies NHS service, and has strong links to other health professionals, social care, education and voluntary sector.

You will:

• Be a qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration.

• Have highly specialist knowledge and skills in working with CYP and their families/carers with a range of developmental, neurological and health conditions.

• Have interest/expertise in the recommendation and delivery of specialist home equipment including minor and major adaptations.

• Have knowledge of the relevant legislation and a willingness to use clinical reasoning and evidence-based approaches.

• Have a foundation in safeguarding assessment and risk assessment relating to equipment provision

• Work within the legislative framework of CYP including the Children's Act (1989), Chronically sick and disabled persons Act (1970) and working alongside housing team

We can offer you

• A friendly team and a great place to work

• Regular line-management

• Professional supervision through Action Learning Sets

• Personal development planning & access to training to develop your CPD, leadership & management skills

• Mentoring and coaching

• Structured induction period

About us

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

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

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

• Generous annual leave(27 days rising to 33 with long service)

• Flexible working arrangementsto help balance personal and professional life, including up to 5 days of carers leave (pro rata)

• Employee Assistance Programmeoffering 24/7 confidential support for personal or work-related issues

• Cycle to Work and Car Lease Schemes

• Blue Light Card and NHS Discounts on a wide range of shopping, holidays, and services

• Health and wellbeing support, including free flu jabs, Physiotherapy referrals, eye care vouchers, etc

• Occupational Pension Schemewith competitive benefits

• Enhanced sick pay above statutory entitlements

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

Details

Date posted

28 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

per annum pro rota

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

812-26-KWCYP1-C

Job locations

Howard Court

Tewin Road

Welwyn Garden City

AL7 1BW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role.

This position is based in Watford, working out of Peace Childrens Centre.

Are you an energetic, self-motivated and adaptable OT? Do you have good communication, clinical reasoning and organisational skills? If so, we would welcome your application. You must be a team player but be able to work autonomously and have the ability to champion the needs of your patients.

You will be joining a well-established, supportive team of therapists and assistants. CYP Therapies at HCT pride ourselves on the support we provide to staff. Please see below comments from a current member of the team:

I love working in CYPT/HCT - everyone in the team is super dedicated. There is strong management support, but also space for being flexible and creative to meet childrens needs; innovation & good practice is valued and encouraged. I enjoy & appreciate the robust supervision structures, training in supervision & coaching, and the many opportunities for personal development and learning, including for example in-house training days and tutorials. I have worked in many teams across Hertfordshire, all without exception friendly and welcoming. There is an ethos of peer support and encouragement & sharing learning; everyone works hard but there is a sense of belonging and always time for a quick chat and plenty of laughs. I feel valued here and I value my lovely colleagues and the fabulous children & young people we work with.

HCT provides integrated Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Services for families across the county. Our CYPT integrated service provides opportunities for collaborative working, joint training and shared learning amongst each profession. Our service is jointly commissioned by health, social care and education, allowing us to provide a seamless pathway of care from early years through to schools, specialist provisions and further education settings, and at home.

HCT provides both internal and external CPD to support staff in developing and maintaining competencies.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

In addition to the basic salary, this post attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of basic salary subject to a minimum payment of£1,303 and a maximum payment of £2,198 per annum pro rata(pro rata where applicable and dependent on base location).

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all its staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

If you have any questions at all or you would like to come and visit us, please do contact us - we are only too happy to help and would love to tell you more about our Service. For an informal conversation please contact Caroline Griffiths, Occupational Therapist, ClinicalQuality Lead on07825316108

Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role.

This position is based in Watford, working out of Peace Childrens Centre.

Are you an energetic, self-motivated and adaptable OT? Do you have good communication, clinical reasoning and organisational skills? If so, we would welcome your application. You must be a team player but be able to work autonomously and have the ability to champion the needs of your patients.

You will be joining a well-established, supportive team of therapists and assistants. CYP Therapies at HCT pride ourselves on the support we provide to staff. Please see below comments from a current member of the team:

I love working in CYPT/HCT - everyone in the team is super dedicated. There is strong management support, but also space for being flexible and creative to meet childrens needs; innovation & good practice is valued and encouraged. I enjoy & appreciate the robust supervision structures, training in supervision & coaching, and the many opportunities for personal development and learning, including for example in-house training days and tutorials. I have worked in many teams across Hertfordshire, all without exception friendly and welcoming. There is an ethos of peer support and encouragement & sharing learning; everyone works hard but there is a sense of belonging and always time for a quick chat and plenty of laughs. I feel valued here and I value my lovely colleagues and the fabulous children & young people we work with.

HCT provides integrated Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Services for families across the county. Our CYPT integrated service provides opportunities for collaborative working, joint training and shared learning amongst each profession. Our service is jointly commissioned by health, social care and education, allowing us to provide a seamless pathway of care from early years through to schools, specialist provisions and further education settings, and at home.

HCT provides both internal and external CPD to support staff in developing and maintaining competencies.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

In addition to the basic salary, this post attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of basic salary subject to a minimum payment of£1,303 and a maximum payment of £2,198 per annum pro rata(pro rata where applicable and dependent on base location).

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all its staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

If you have any questions at all or you would like to come and visit us, please do contact us - we are only too happy to help and would love to tell you more about our Service. For an informal conversation please contact Caroline Griffiths, Occupational Therapist, ClinicalQuality Lead on07825316108

Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Highly specialist knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent qualifications, in sensory integration theory and assessment

• Continued Professional Development evidenced by attendance at specialist postgraduate courses to maintain and develop own specialist knowledge and expertise.

• Recognised OT Qualification leading to registration with HCPC

• HCPC Licence to Practice

• Registered member of British Association of OT

• Supervision/Clinical Educators Course attendance

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Describe your experience of electronic patient record system

• Demonstrate your knowledge of current safeguarding procedures

• Evidence of involvement in service policy development in area of specialism

• Experience of working with different professional disciplines and agencies

• Describe your knowledge of NHS, Education and social care policy and directives, where these impact on service delivery

• What training have you delivered to parents/carers/teachers or other professionals? What methods did you use to ensure it was effective and accessible?

• Describe your experience of working with children/young people including assessments carried out and provision of equipment

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Working collaboratively with an MDT, including demonstrating ability to liaise and negotiate

• Demonstrate knowledge of barriers to understanding & ability to explain complex issues simply

• Describe how you establish positive relationships and mutual respect with people at all levels

• How do you ensure you are making appropriate clinical decisions, and include experiences of analysing and interpret complex data

• Demonstrate effective problem solving skills

• Describe your computer literacy, including use of Excel spreadsheets, databases and PowerPoint

• Describe your experience of supervising, supporting or mentoring others, e.g. junior staff; students; assistants and those of other professional backgrounds where needed

• Describe your communication skills and how you use these in your every day work

Other requirements

Essential

• Eligible to live and work in the UK

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

• Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Highly specialist knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent qualifications, in sensory integration theory and assessment

• Continued Professional Development evidenced by attendance at specialist postgraduate courses to maintain and develop own specialist knowledge and expertise.

• Recognised OT Qualification leading to registration with HCPC

• HCPC Licence to Practice

• Registered member of British Association of OT

• Supervision/Clinical Educators Course attendance

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Describe your experience of electronic patient record system

• Demonstrate your knowledge of current safeguarding procedures

• Evidence of involvement in service policy development in area of specialism

• Experience of working with different professional disciplines and agencies

• Describe your knowledge of NHS, Education and social care policy and directives, where these impact on service delivery

• What training have you delivered to parents/carers/teachers or other professionals? What methods did you use to ensure it was effective and accessible?

• Describe your experience of working with children/young people including assessments carried out and provision of equipment

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Working collaboratively with an MDT, including demonstrating ability to liaise and negotiate

• Demonstrate knowledge of barriers to understanding & ability to explain complex issues simply

• Describe how you establish positive relationships and mutual respect with people at all levels

• How do you ensure you are making appropriate clinical decisions, and include experiences of analysing and interpret complex data

• Demonstrate effective problem solving skills

• Describe your computer literacy, including use of Excel spreadsheets, databases and PowerPoint

• Describe your experience of supervising, supporting or mentoring others, e.g. junior staff; students; assistants and those of other professional backgrounds where needed

• Describe your communication skills and how you use these in your every day work

Other requirements

Essential

• Eligible to live and work in the UK

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

• Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Howard Court

Tewin Road

Welwyn Garden City

AL7 1BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Howard Court

Tewin Road

Welwyn Garden City

AL7 1BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a proactive and highly organisedProgress Chaser to join our Hospital at Home team at Abel Smith House in Stevenage. This rewarding role is central to supporting patient flow, ensuring individuals receive timely, safe, and well-coordinated care throughout their inpatient journey.

As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will play an integral role in progressing patient pathways and helping to achieve Expected Discharge Dates. You will work collaboratively with clinical colleagues, patients, carers, and partner agencies to coordinate actions, resolve delays, and support smooth, efficient discharges. Your ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships will be essential in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

*Proposed interview date : 25th September 2026*

Main duties of the job

This position offers a varied and engaging workload, where strong organisational skills and attention to detail are vital. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, updating patient systems such as SystmOne, and supporting the coordination of services including therapy, nursing, pharmacy, and social care. You will also contribute to team meetings, audits, and continuous service improvement.

If you are passionate about delivering high standards and want to make a positive impact, we would welcome your application.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust.

You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff.

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities.

Our staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust vision.

We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages.

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

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

You can apply to Access to Work to get money for communication support at a job interview - please use this link for more information: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-communication-support-at-a-job-interview-if-you-have-a-disability-or-health-condition-access-to-workYou need to apply before the interview takes place.

Details

Date posted

28 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

812-26-MF-RH-02-B-A2

Job locations

Abel Smith House

Gunnels Wood Road

Stevenage

SG1 2ST

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for further details.

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff, wherever possible, and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for further details.

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff, wherever possible, and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good general education including GCSE English grade C or above (or equivalent)

• Ability to use and knowledge of Microsoft packages

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 qualification in Business Administration or equivalent level of knowledge

• Desk top publishing Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in an administrative post

Desirable

• Experience of working within NHS

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Computer literate with good keyboard skills

• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload

• Ability to work unsupervised and use initiative

• Able to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels, both verbally and in writing

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good general education including GCSE English grade C or above (or equivalent)

• Ability to use and knowledge of Microsoft packages

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 qualification in Business Administration or equivalent level of knowledge

• Desk top publishing Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in an administrative post

Desirable

• Experience of working within NHS

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Computer literate with good keyboard skills

• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload

• Ability to work unsupervised and use initiative

• Able to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels, both verbally and in writing

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Abel Smith House

Gunnels Wood Road

Stevenage

SG1 2ST

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Abel Smith House

Gunnels Wood Road

Stevenage

SG1 2ST

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a public health focused nurse, midwife or other healthcare professional to join our friendly and supportive team in Essex. The team work across the county providing immunisations in schools and community settings, including BCG and Hepatitis B programmes.

If you have previous immunisation experience and have worked with a variety of ages we would love to receive your application

Please contact Nicky King on 07990 847111/email nicky.king3@nhs.netfor an informal chat. We look forward to hearing from you.

*Proposed interview date: 16th September 2026*

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

Delivering immunisations across Essex to children and young people in schools and to all age groups through community clinics, housebound visits and via outreach work.

We are passionate about protecting our community's health through vaccination.

We welcome applications from health professionals who are passionate about public health, have an interest in learning and development, and can bring an agile, flexible approach to the role.

The role will require the successful candidates to travel and so you must hold a full valid driving license and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities Our staff are proud to be Pioneering, Caring and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust visionWe welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

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

We can offer you:

• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)

• One of the UK's best pension schemes

• Special Leave for family and personal reasons

• NHS Car Lease Scheme

• Eye Care Vouchers

• Employee Assistance Programme

• NHS Discounts

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust is voted as one of the 'Top 100 Best Places to Work' (Health Service Journal). Our CQC rating is of 'Good.

Details

Date posted

28 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time

Reference number

812-26-NK-IN-03

Job locations

Essex

Epping, Grays, Leigh-on-Sea

SS9 3NG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Immunisation Nurse is responsible for the delivery of the Immunisation Programmes as delegated by the Team Lead.

• Reporting to the team lead, you will support the development of the service and work with colleagues to ensure the delivery of a safe and effective school age immunisation programme, under 5's catch up programme, BCG, antenatal vaccines and any other programmes the service is commissioned to deliver.

• To be responsible for the delivery of an effective and efficient Childhood Immunisation Programme in partnership with Children's Universal Services, schools and commissioners.

• To be responsible for collecting accurate data at each session

• To work collaboratively with the school nursing teams and child health teams in the planning and delivery of immunisation programmes in schools in order to achieve the KPIs across the programme.

• To work with local statutory, private and voluntary providers, and users to develop and promote practice that is accessible and responsive to all section of the local community, ensuring that services are targeted to the most vulnerable groups and individuals to support social inclusion.

• To promote and monitor safe and effective practice

• To work closely with the Children Universal Service team in the planning and delivery of health promotion activities and public health initiatives in line with the School Age Childhood Immunisation Programme.

• To provide and promote access to information and other services, to refer as appropriate. To liaise and work in partnership with statutory and non-statutory agencies, and other health services colleagues.

• To work in partnership with colleagues and other professionals to promote healthy lifestyles and healthy schools through health promoting activities. To provide health promotion/ education in line with the Immunisation programme.

• To work with the Children's Universal Service Team Leaders to support children, young people and families who are considered to be vulnerable or at risk. To adhere to current Local Safeguarding Board and London Child Protection Procedures.

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Immunisation Nurse is responsible for the delivery of the Immunisation Programmes as delegated by the Team Lead.

• Reporting to the team lead, you will support the development of the service and work with colleagues to ensure the delivery of a safe and effective school age immunisation programme, under 5's catch up programme, BCG, antenatal vaccines and any other programmes the service is commissioned to deliver.

• To be responsible for the delivery of an effective and efficient Childhood Immunisation Programme in partnership with Children's Universal Services, schools and commissioners.

• To be responsible for collecting accurate data at each session

• To work collaboratively with the school nursing teams and child health teams in the planning and delivery of immunisation programmes in schools in order to achieve the KPIs across the programme.

• To work with local statutory, private and voluntary providers, and users to develop and promote practice that is accessible and responsive to all section of the local community, ensuring that services are targeted to the most vulnerable groups and individuals to support social inclusion.

• To promote and monitor safe and effective practice

• To work closely with the Children Universal Service team in the planning and delivery of health promotion activities and public health initiatives in line with the School Age Childhood Immunisation Programme.

• To provide and promote access to information and other services, to refer as appropriate. To liaise and work in partnership with statutory and non-statutory agencies, and other health services colleagues.

• To work in partnership with colleagues and other professionals to promote healthy lifestyles and healthy schools through health promoting activities. To provide health promotion/ education in line with the Immunisation programme.

• To work with the Children's Universal Service Team Leaders to support children, young people and families who are considered to be vulnerable or at risk. To adhere to current Local Safeguarding Board and London Child Protection Procedures.

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Registered Healthcare Professional who can administer vaccines under a PGD

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business puposes with a willingness to travel for work

Desirable

• Evidence of Post-Registration Continuing Professional Development

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of SystmOne and other immunisation recording systems

• Knowledge of the UK vaccination schedule

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of effective team working

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Registered Healthcare Professional who can administer vaccines under a PGD

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business puposes with a willingness to travel for work

Desirable

• Evidence of Post-Registration Continuing Professional Development

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of SystmOne and other immunisation recording systems

• Knowledge of the UK vaccination schedule

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of effective team working

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Essex

Epping, Grays, Leigh-on-Sea

SS9 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Essex

Epping, Grays, Leigh-on-Sea

SS9 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a registered dental nurse with an additional post qualification in OH/IV.

You will be required to use your post qualification to benefit the needs our service users.

As a band 5 registered dental nurse for HCT you will be responsible for supporting the dental team to ensure the service user's needs are met through high quality dental care. As a specialist service for patients with additional needs you will offer a patient centered approach.

*Proposed interview date: 17th September 2026*

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Main duties of the job

You will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical work while assisting both the dentist during routine clinical appointments and nurse led clinics , we offer a high level of care for our cohort group.

You will be expected to manage and run nurse led clinics using your post qualification in OH/IV to support and maintain the needs of our patients.

Thank you for choosing to work for the Special Care Dental service within HCT, you will find it a great place to work with many benefits offered.

We provide all the support and finance to maintain your mandatory training and CPD.

We have a vacancy for 3 band 5 roles at our Hemel Hempstead and Cheshunt clinics.

About us

• Our Nurse Lead Clinic Nurses have been shortlisted for theHSJ Patient Safety Awards 2026, which recognise the critical work being undertaken to address the complexities of delivering safe care during times of significant change and ongoing pressure.
• A clear and structured nursing career pathway, supporting professional development and progression.
• Band 5 nurses have the opportunity to undertake Nurse-Led Clinic (NLC) appointments with autonomy, supported by the wider clinical team.
• A range of training and professional development opportunities, alongside all mandatory training requirements.
• Access to wellbeing and pastoral support to support staff both professionally and personally.
• Opportunities to work alongside specialist clinicians and consultants within the service, developing knowledge and clinical experience.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative outreach oral care projects, supporting the delivery of high-quality care within the wider community.

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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Administrator to join our ever evolving team providing Administrative support to PALMS where we have a proven track record of our Administrators developing and progressing to other careers within the NHS in a range of roles.

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and forward thinking Senior Administrator who can work flexibly and is committed to supporting the development of PALMS.

Interviews will be run in person at Sandridge Gate Business Centre, full details and instructions will be provided to successful candidates.

*Proposed interview date: 9th September 2026*

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a hardworking, well organised and adaptable individual
• Be able to evaluate and prioritise work, responding quickly to daily changes in work pattern
• Be able to work in a team environment and make valuable contributions
• Have an excellent telephone manner, communicating with professionals and families with tact and sensitivity
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have excellent touch typing skills and be able to type from digitally dictated files

PALMS is a friendly, cohesive and proactive team who value feedback. We empower all team members to contribute to the continuous development of the service and welcome innovation and change.

About us

PALMS works across Hertfordshire providing a specialist multi-disciplinary approach. PALMS is one of the Children and Young People's Mental Health Services (CYPMHS) which offers individually tailored support for CYP, aged 0-18 who have an intellectual disability and/or are autistic, helping families to manage behaviours of concern, toileting, feeding and sleeping concerns which have not benefitted from community interventions and/or to support mental health needs which cannot be met with reasonable adjustment by other CYPMH services.

Interventions include intervention workshops, intervention groups, individual therapy, parent as therapist sessions, and a family clinic. PALMS aims to keep CYP with their families thereby improving outcomes for all family members. PALMS predominantly applies narrative, systemic, positive behaviour, and bio-psycho social models adhering to the STOMP / STAMP and Transforming Care Agendas.

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

You can apply to Access to Work to get money for communication support at a job interview - please use this link for more information: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-communication-support-at-a-job-interview-if-you-have-a-disability-or-health-condition-access-to-workYou need to apply before the interview takes place.

Job summary

Mental Health Practitioner Trainee- Autism Spectrum Condition or Learning Difficulties (ASC/LD)

This is a 1-year fixed term contract.The successful candidate must be able to start the post on11thJanuary 2027.

Step2 is an Early Intervention Child and Young People's Mental Health Service working towards improving the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children and young people in Hertfordshire.

We have an exciting opportunity for a CYP Psychological Trainings: Therapy Trainee (ASC/LD) to join our team as part of the NHS England (NHSE) funded Children and Young People (CYP) Psychological Training Programmes. This government-funded initiative promotes the growth and skill of the child mental health workforce to meet much needed demand. NHSE covers salary and training costs for a 1-year position, allowing services to employ trainees to support specialist pathways to bridge the gaps in CYP mental health support. This is a unique opportunity to apply your learning from weekly teaching into practical clinical interventions working with clients in the service making a direct impact in the lives of children, young people and their families.

*Proposed interview date: 22nd September 2026*

Main duties of the job

Course start date: 18th January 2027.

The post holder will be expected to have 2.5 days a week for academic work (teaching and personal study) and 2.5 days based at the service seeing clients (children, young people, and carers) related to training assignments.

Information about the course content and the different modalities can be found on the Anna Freud webpage:https://www.annafreud.org/ucl-postgraduate-study/ucl-postgraduate-programmes/child-and-young-person-iapt-therapy-pg-dip/

For full details see the attached documents:Job Description & Person Specification, Full advert and UCL CYP PT Therapy - Application Guidance for Candidates .

This is a dual application process.You must also complete a UCL application for the Course Team to review.You will only be offered a UCL training place if you are successful in securing this post and you meet the university training requirements.

Candidates who have not applied to the university by the closing date of this advert will not be eligible for offer of an interview.

Online applications for the UCL training are made on the UCL application portal via the following link:https://evision.ucl.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login_enc?0qhYzuG1h9udTFM8i9sPhtGiUgIR6D6iP0QBDHq24aUE7Anl4FtDGBDmc3LlBtzaLnpmgGfEEG0=

This vacancy will close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust.

You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff.

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities.

Our staff are proud to be Pioneering, Caring and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision.

We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds.

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

You can apply to Access to Work to get money for communication support at a job interview - please use this link for more information: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-communication-support-at-a-job-interview-if-you-have-a-disability-or-health-condition-access-to-work

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Details

Date posted

28 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

812-26-KR-Step2-CYP1096

Job locations

Starfish House

3 North Road

Stevenage

SG1 4AT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We will communicate any interview arrangements with applicants via e-mail so it is advisable that you check the email address you give on your application on a regular basis.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band. All new appointments (excluding Medical & Dental roles) are subject to a 13 week probation period.

We are proud to be an armed forces friendly employer and support the employment of the armed forces community, including veterans, spouses and partners. For more information, contacthct.armedforcesrecruitment@nhs.net

Staff are required to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use with business insurance (unless the member of staff has a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We will communicate any interview arrangements with applicants via e-mail so it is advisable that you check the email address you give on your application on a regular basis.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band. All new appointments (excluding Medical & Dental roles) are subject to a 13 week probation period.

We are proud to be an armed forces friendly employer and support the employment of the armed forces community, including veterans, spouses and partners. For more information, contacthct.armedforcesrecruitment@nhs.net

Staff are required to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use with business insurance (unless the member of staff has a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Minimum second-class Bachelor's Degree or equivalent standard in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology, social work, etc.) OR Applicants who do not fulfil the academic criteria but have relevant professional experience.

• Ability to study and complete academic work at postgraduate study level and balance the academic demands of the course with clinical placement demands.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development

• Previous training in a mental-health related profession (e.g. psychology, nursing, health visiting, social work, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, special needs teaching, psychiatry, psychotherapy, counselling)

• Proven record of previous academic attainment

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the key features and symptoms associated with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges for Autistic/LD children and young people and their families

• Awareness and understanding of the significantly increased risk of co-morbid mental health challenges and other neuro-developmental challenges within the Autistic population

• Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to safeguarding children.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the MDT approach and collaborative working with other agencies to ensure the needs of Autistic/LD children and young people are understood and effectively met (i.e. education and social care agencies)

• Knowledge of legislation and policy and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group and mental health

Experience

Essential

• 2 or more years of experience working within a children and young people's mental health setting (e.g. mental health worker)

• 1 year or more of clinical competence and experience working with Autistic and/or LD individuals.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with safeguarding issues

• Experience of working as part of the multi-disciplinary team with children and young people with Autism and/or LD and their families

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to have a flexible and creative approach to facilitating engagement with Autistic and/or LD children and young people

• Ability to adapt methods of communication and intervention for the varying needs and levels of the children and young people's Autistic and/or LD population

• Ability to maintain a reflective stance in emotive/challenging interactions with children and their carers.

• Ability to personally manage sensitive and potentially emotionally distressing caseload material.

• Proficient IT skills with the ability to learn the electronic patient record system and maintain accurate records.

• Ability to work in isolation, manage own caseload be flexible and respond to rapid changes and maintain intense concertation on a frequent basis.

• Ability to follow policy and clinical governance procedures.

• Able to accommodate travel demands associated with the role.

Desirable

• Ability to adopt multi-agency working, especially in relation to complex cases with multiple needs, where a more systemic approach is required.

• Ability to advocate for the needs of children and young people with Autism and/or LD and their families.

• Ability to maintain an observational stance, particularly in relation to children and young people with Autism and/or LD who do not express themselves verbally.

• Understanding of evidence-based practice and the ability to demonstrate how this influences clinical practice.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Willingness to uphold the Trust's values

• Eligible to live and work in the UK

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving license and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

• Motivated to learn and be challenged

• Capacity to work well in teams

• Application to UCL submitted

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Minimum second-class Bachelor's Degree or equivalent standard in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology, social work, etc.) OR Applicants who do not fulfil the academic criteria but have relevant professional experience.

• Ability to study and complete academic work at postgraduate study level and balance the academic demands of the course with clinical placement demands.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development

• Previous training in a mental-health related profession (e.g. psychology, nursing, health visiting, social work, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, special needs teaching, psychiatry, psychotherapy, counselling)

• Proven record of previous academic attainment

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the key features and symptoms associated with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges for Autistic/LD children and young people and their families

• Awareness and understanding of the significantly increased risk of co-morbid mental health challenges and other neuro-developmental challenges within the Autistic population

• Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to safeguarding children.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the MDT approach and collaborative working with other agencies to ensure the needs of Autistic/LD children and young people are understood and effectively met (i.e. education and social care agencies)

• Knowledge of legislation and policy and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group and mental health

Experience

Essential

• 2 or more years of experience working within a children and young people's mental health setting (e.g. mental health worker)

• 1 year or more of clinical competence and experience working with Autistic and/or LD individuals.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with safeguarding issues

• Experience of working as part of the multi-disciplinary team with children and young people with Autism and/or LD and their families

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to have a flexible and creative approach to facilitating engagement with Autistic and/or LD children and young people

• Ability to adapt methods of communication and intervention for the varying needs and levels of the children and young people's Autistic and/or LD population

• Ability to maintain a reflective stance in emotive/challenging interactions with children and their carers.

• Ability to personally manage sensitive and potentially emotionally distressing caseload material.

• Proficient IT skills with the ability to learn the electronic patient record system and maintain accurate records.

• Ability to work in isolation, manage own caseload be flexible and respond to rapid changes and maintain intense concertation on a frequent basis.

• Ability to follow policy and clinical governance procedures.

• Able to accommodate travel demands associated with the role.

Desirable

• Ability to adopt multi-agency working, especially in relation to complex cases with multiple needs, where a more systemic approach is required.

• Ability to advocate for the needs of children and young people with Autism and/or LD and their families.

• Ability to maintain an observational stance, particularly in relation to children and young people with Autism and/or LD who do not express themselves verbally.

• Understanding of evidence-based practice and the ability to demonstrate how this influences clinical practice.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Willingness to uphold the Trust's values

• Eligible to live and work in the UK

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving license and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

• Motivated to learn and be challenged

• Capacity to work well in teams

• Application to UCL submitted

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Starfish House

3 North Road

Stevenage

SG1 4AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Starfish House

3 North Road

Stevenage

SG1 4AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist to join our team at Danesbury Neurological Rehabilitation Centre on a 6-month fixed-term basis as Clinical Lead.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinician to provide clinical leadership within our inpatient neuro-rehabservice, supporting adults with stroke, traumatic brain injury and progressive neurological conditions.

The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a high-quality, evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy service, managing a complex caseload while supporting the development of staff and services. Working as part of a well-established multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to rehabilitation planning, service improvement initiatives and the delivery of person-centred care that maximises independence, participation and quality of life.

You will work closely with colleagues across the wider Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service, including acute, stroke, neuro-rehabilitation and community teams.

The post offers opportunities to develop leadership skills, contribute to quality improvement and support the professional development of others through supervision and mentorship.This role would suit an experienced Speech and Language Therapist with a strong background in neurological rehabilitation, excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering outstanding patient care.

*Proposed Interview Date: 10th September 2026*

Main duties of the job

- Lead the delivery of Speech and Language Therapy within the inpatient neuro-rehabilitation service.Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment for adults with complex communication and swallowing disorders following stroke, traumatic brain injury and other neurological conditions. - Manage a specialist caseload, delivering evidence-based, person-centred interventions to support rehabilitation goals and maximise independence. - Contribute to multidisciplinary goal setting, rehabilitation planning, patient reviews and discharge planning. - Lead on dysphagia assessment and management, including implementation of videofluoroscopy recommendations and risk management. - Provide expert advice and support to patients, carers and multidisciplinary team colleagues. - Supervise, support and develop staff, students and rehabilitation assistants through teaching and clinical supervision. - Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities. - Maintain accurate clinical records and professional standards in line with HCPC, RCSLT and Trust requirements. - Support the ongoing development and delivery of a high-quality neurological rehabilitation service.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff. We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities.

Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision . We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

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

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

Details

Date posted

26 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

812-26-CH-ASLT-E

Job locations

Danesbury Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

73 School Lane

Welwyn

AL6 9SB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The SLT service offers the following:

*Regular whole service and local team meetings*Multidisciplinary team working*Regular clinical supervision and annual appraisal*Access to clinical leads for advice/support ENT/Head and Neck Cancer, Fluency, Dysphagia, Progressive Neurological disorders, Stroke, Dementia.*In-service training, CPD support and opportunities for development*Encouragement to participate in service development projects*Excellent AAC provision and links to regional Hubs*Use of SystmOne as electronic patient record and mobile working*27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)*One of the UK's best pension schemes* Special Leave for family and personal reasons*NHS Car Lease Scheme*Eye Care Vouchers*Employee Assistance Programme*NHS Discounts*Hertfordshire has good transport links to London and the surrounding areas

We value our staff and see clinical supervision as a priority both through senior supervision and peer support models. Annual appraisal and personal objective setting is a Trust priority.

The post-holders will work closely with the Speech and Language Therapy team and the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team to provide assessment, diagnosis and management of adults with acquired communication and swallowing needs and demonstrating effective clinical practice through continued learning, reflective practice and supervision. The post-holders will also be involved in providing support for more junior members of the team including newly qualified SLTs and SLTAs.

Full details in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font , colour, background, convert to read aloud.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The SLT service offers the following:

*Regular whole service and local team meetings*Multidisciplinary team working*Regular clinical supervision and annual appraisal*Access to clinical leads for advice/support ENT/Head and Neck Cancer, Fluency, Dysphagia, Progressive Neurological disorders, Stroke, Dementia.*In-service training, CPD support and opportunities for development*Encouragement to participate in service development projects*Excellent AAC provision and links to regional Hubs*Use of SystmOne as electronic patient record and mobile working*27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)*One of the UK's best pension schemes* Special Leave for family and personal reasons*NHS Car Lease Scheme*Eye Care Vouchers*Employee Assistance Programme*NHS Discounts*Hertfordshire has good transport links to London and the surrounding areas

We value our staff and see clinical supervision as a priority both through senior supervision and peer support models. Annual appraisal and personal objective setting is a Trust priority.

The post-holders will work closely with the Speech and Language Therapy team and the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team to provide assessment, diagnosis and management of adults with acquired communication and swallowing needs and demonstrating effective clinical practice through continued learning, reflective practice and supervision. The post-holders will also be involved in providing support for more junior members of the team including newly qualified SLTs and SLTAs.

Full details in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font , colour, background, convert to read aloud.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Education

Essential

• An appropriate qualification to practise as a Speech and Language Therapist.

• Health and Care Professions Council licence to practise.

• Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.

• Dysphagia-trained to an advanced level.

• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses and/or relevant experience up to Master's degree equivalent.

• Membership/attendance at relevant Special Interest Groups.

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Minimum of 3 years experience in the area of adult work.

• Highly specialist experience of the management of dysphagia in rehabilitation and community settings.

• In depth knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to the adult client group including dysphagia/ dysphasia/ dysarthria/dyspraxia/dysphonia/dysfluency/ dysgraphia/dyslexia/dementia.

• In depth knowledge of appropriate therapeutic interventions and an ability to analyse comparative benefits for clients (as above).

• In depth knowledge of the management of people with neurological conditions in rehabilitation and community settings.

• Experience in the provision of training to a wide range of groups/people.

• In depth knowledge of the range and applications of communication aids in rehabilitation and community settings.

• Well-established knowledge of RCSLT standards of practice including record keeping.

• A good understanding of the roles of other professionals in rehabilitation and community settings.

• In depth knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to adults.

• In depth knowledge of research and audit systems relevant to profession and ability to apply to practice/service.

• In depth knowledge of the principles of clinical governance.

Desirable

• Experience of running a videofluorscopy clinic

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to demonstrate the application of in depth, new and ongoing learning and experience to clinical practice.

• Excellent presentation skills in both verbal and written form.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Highly developed negotiating and influencing skills.

• Excellent ability to independently integrate complex information to manage individual patients.

• Excellent ability to prioritise and organise own workload and that of others.

• Highly developed hearing, auditory discrimination, concentration and perceptual skills.

• Highly developed skills in transcribing and analysing speech phonetically.

• Highly developed skills in delivering training to others.

• Excellent analytical and reflection skills to problem solve and develop own performance and that of others.

• Excellent ability to demonstrate the application of in depth, new and ongoing learning and experience to clinical practice.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Proven ability to be an effective team member and assume leadership responsibilities.

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills including observation, listening, empathy and sensitivity.

• Proven ability to manage the emotional consequences of working with patients with distressing conditions.

• Proven ability to self-monitor and seek support/advice as appropriate.

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work clinically, professionally and within the organisation.

• Proven ability to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and tact.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Education

Essential

• An appropriate qualification to practise as a Speech and Language Therapist.

• Health and Care Professions Council licence to practise.

• Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.

• Dysphagia-trained to an advanced level.

• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses and/or relevant experience up to Master's degree equivalent.

• Membership/attendance at relevant Special Interest Groups.

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Minimum of 3 years experience in the area of adult work.

• Highly specialist experience of the management of dysphagia in rehabilitation and community settings.

• In depth knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to the adult client group including dysphagia/ dysphasia/ dysarthria/dyspraxia/dysphonia/dysfluency/ dysgraphia/dyslexia/dementia.

• In depth knowledge of appropriate therapeutic interventions and an ability to analyse comparative benefits for clients (as above).

• In depth knowledge of the management of people with neurological conditions in rehabilitation and community settings.

• Experience in the provision of training to a wide range of groups/people.

• In depth knowledge of the range and applications of communication aids in rehabilitation and community settings.

• Well-established knowledge of RCSLT standards of practice including record keeping.

• A good understanding of the roles of other professionals in rehabilitation and community settings.

• In depth knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to adults.

• In depth knowledge of research and audit systems relevant to profession and ability to apply to practice/service.

• In depth knowledge of the principles of clinical governance.

Desirable

• Experience of running a videofluorscopy clinic

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to demonstrate the application of in depth, new and ongoing learning and experience to clinical practice.

• Excellent presentation skills in both verbal and written form.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Highly developed negotiating and influencing skills.

• Excellent ability to independently integrate complex information to manage individual patients.

• Excellent ability to prioritise and organise own workload and that of others.

• Highly developed hearing, auditory discrimination, concentration and perceptual skills.

• Highly developed skills in transcribing and analysing speech phonetically.

• Highly developed skills in delivering training to others.

• Excellent analytical and reflection skills to problem solve and develop own performance and that of others.

• Excellent ability to demonstrate the application of in depth, new and ongoing learning and experience to clinical practice.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Proven ability to be an effective team member and assume leadership responsibilities.

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills including observation, listening, empathy and sensitivity.

• Proven ability to manage the emotional consequences of working with patients with distressing conditions.

• Proven ability to self-monitor and seek support/advice as appropriate.

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work clinically, professionally and within the organisation.

• Proven ability to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and tact.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Danesbury Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

73 School Lane

Welwyn

AL6 9SB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Danesbury Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

73 School Lane

Welwyn

AL6 9SB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for compassionate and adaptable people who can provide high-quality administrative support to the Public Health Nursing services in the community. The post holder will be required to provide a comprehensive administrative support to deliver quality patient care.

We have one full time position available, with the option to either be based at our admin hub at Sandridge Gate, St Albans or Howard Court, Welwyn. Please state your preferred location in your application.

*Proposed interview date: 22nd September 2026*

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will undertake a wide range of secretarial and administrative tasks, including having personal responsibility for a number of delegated tasks.

To work unsupervised, adhering to operational procedures and established practice, referring to the Administration Supervisor for guidance when needed. Work on own initiative to prioritise administrative tasks to ensure an effective and efficient running of the team.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities

Our staff are proud to be Pioneering, Caring and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision

We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

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

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

You can apply to Access to Work to get money for communication support at a job interview - please use this link for more information: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-communication-support-at-a-job-interview-if-you-have-a-disability-or-health-condition-access-to-workYou need to apply before the interview takes place.

Details

Date posted

26 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

812-26-DB-SPA-Admin-PHN-B

Job locations

Sandridge Gate, St Albans or Howard Court, Welwyn

St Albans or Welwyn Garden City

AL7 1BW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working as part of a team ensuring that the daily administration tasks are completed effectively and efficiently.The post holder will be flexible in order to meet the requirements of the serviceTo communicate with professionals and the general public with tact and sensitivity.Follow the Standard Operational Procedures for duties delegated to you. Not all duties are routine, and you will need to use your knowledge, experience and understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility and be confident in escalating situations promptly when needed.

Always maintain patient privacy and dignity in the delivery of compassionate and personalised care.Maintain accurate records relating to communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills, written and verbal.Uphold Trust values.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working as part of a team ensuring that the daily administration tasks are completed effectively and efficiently.The post holder will be flexible in order to meet the requirements of the serviceTo communicate with professionals and the general public with tact and sensitivity.Follow the Standard Operational Procedures for duties delegated to you. Not all duties are routine, and you will need to use your knowledge, experience and understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility and be confident in escalating situations promptly when needed.

Always maintain patient privacy and dignity in the delivery of compassionate and personalised care.Maintain accurate records relating to communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills, written and verbal.Uphold Trust values.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths; GCSE A* - C or 4-9

• Care Certificate or City and Guilds 3 or NVQ3 or BTEC National Diploma or equivalent experience

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Confident and competent use of Microsoft Office and relevant administrative systems

• Experience of working within a team.

• Experience in administrative roles, ideally within health or public sector services.

• Experience managing confidential records and awareness of information governance

Desirable

• Experience of SystmOne

Skills and Personal Qualities

Essential

• Organisational skills to include time management, record keeping, Ability to prioritise and to be able to work flexibly and autonomously to meet the needs of the service

• Good communication skills.

• Resilience and professionalism when dealing with challenging situations.

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work

Desirable

• Commitment to continuous professional development

Other Requirements

Essential

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths; GCSE A* - C or 4-9

• Care Certificate or City and Guilds 3 or NVQ3 or BTEC National Diploma or equivalent experience

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Confident and competent use of Microsoft Office and relevant administrative systems

• Experience of working within a team.

• Experience in administrative roles, ideally within health or public sector services.

• Experience managing confidential records and awareness of information governance

Desirable

• Experience of SystmOne

Skills and Personal Qualities

Essential

• Organisational skills to include time management, record keeping, Ability to prioritise and to be able to work flexibly and autonomously to meet the needs of the service

• Good communication skills.

• Resilience and professionalism when dealing with challenging situations.

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work

Desirable

• Commitment to continuous professional development

Other Requirements

Essential

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Sandridge Gate, St Albans or Howard Court, Welwyn

St Albans or Welwyn Garden City

AL7 1BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Sandridge Gate, St Albans or Howard Court, Welwyn

St Albans or Welwyn Garden City

AL7 1BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

A 12 month Fixed Term opportunity has arisen for a staff nurse to join the friendly Lower Lea Valley Integrated Community Team which provides care to patient in Cheshunt and surrounding areas. The service covers the hours of 08:00 - 22:00 7 days a week.

If you are a student nurse, we would welcome your application, working in an acute Trust is not compulsory before gaining your first position in the community as we provide full training and support.

We also welcome applications from acute nurses who are looking for a community based role.

*Proposed interview date: 18th September 2026*

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Main duties of the job

The post offers varied and interesting community experience in a well supported environment and is an ideal opportunity for a nurse interested in working in the community. Applicants will need to demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, provide and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for a wide range of conditions. The team covers a 7 days a week service and therefore a flexible approach to working is required.The successful candidate will be committed to team work, have good communication and decision making and planning skills. In return, we offer an extensive training and education programme as well a range of personal and professional development opportunities.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

In return, we can offer you:

• Ongoing supervision and support to aid progression
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)
• One of the UK's best pension schemes
• NHS Car Lease Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Discount

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision.We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

HCT are proud to offer all newly qualified practitioners and international recruited staff a Preceptorship programme that supports their transition to autonomous, confident and competent practitioner. The annual programme will cover topics such as Patient safety, communications skills, safeguarding, quality improvement, leadership, and management. As a Preceptee you will have regular meetings with your preceptor and AHP Preceptorship lead.

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

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

Job summary

If you are Pioneering, Caring and Inclusive, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team. Ambitious and proud to provide world-class care, everyone who works at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust team plays an important role in making a difference to the care we provide for the Children and Young People.

Would you like to join the Children's Community Nursing Team? Do you have a passion for delivering high quality patient care?

We are looking to recruit 2 Paediatric Health care Support workers to join our team. For this role it is necessary that you are a caring and courteous individual that can work under pressure in a challenging environment. The post holders are required to work as part of the Children's Community Nurses Team in all community settings, including patient homes, special schools and clinics.

There is commitment to ongoing educational development of staff to meet the changing needs of Children's Nursing. The successful candidates will be offered bespoke competency based training, Phlebotomy skills as well as NHS mandatory training relevant to your role. Support will be provided by registered nurses and experienced Home Care Support Workers so that you gain the knowledge and skills required to care for these children.

The Trust can support Health Care Support Workers to access the Nursing Associate programme.

*Proposed interview date: 8th September 2026*

Main duties of the job

Children's Specialist Nursing requires enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join the staff within this busy team. Our philosophy is to enhance family centered care, working in partnership with parents and carers and the wider multi-disciplinary team. The posts involve day to day participation in delivering a high quality, caring and efficient service for 0-19 year olds.

The successful candidates will be required to work across the week, both alone and as part of the team. They will be expected to liaise with other healthcare professionals and agencies in a professional manner at all times.

Experience of performing Paediatric phlebotomy by venepuncture is not essential, as training will be provided.

You must hold a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering, and Inclusivein their work to help achieve the Trust visionWe welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

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

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

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Job summary

To assist and support the delivery of Minor Operations and Dermatology clinics within the Skin Health service under direction of the Skin Health doctors, and run clinics independently to deliver protocolised treatment under the direction of the Skin Health Service co-ordinator

Main duties of the job

o To communicate effectively with clinicians, the service coordinator, HCAs, the service lead and the administrative team in the Adult referral hub

o To undertake preparation for Minor Operations, setting up clinics and equipment in treatment consulting rooms

o To attend Minor Operations and assist in the preparation of patients for investigations and procedures as directed by clinicians

o To assist in the collection of specimens from lesions and biopsies, labelling and delivering specimens

o To apply simple post-operative dressings and pressure dressings

o To provide non-clinical advice, information and guidance to patients in relation to interventions and treatments.

o To order stock for Dermatology and Minor Operation clinics and undertake stock control

o To comment on Standard Operational Procedures relevant to the role and propose changes to working practices for own working area.

o To work under the direction of the service coordinator

o To be able to concentrate at the computer for long periods, with interruptions during tasks in which accuracy is of high importance.

o To be able to work under pressure.

o To be able to prioritise workload effectively.

o To be able to deal with urgent/unpredictable issues appropriately.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities

Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision

We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

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

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

You can apply to Access to Work to get money for communication support at a job interview - please use this link for more information: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-communication-support-at-a-job-interview-if-you-have-a-disability-or-health-condition-access-to-work

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessmen

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly and supportive Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service.

This varied role spans both our Community Team and specialist Neurological Rehabilitation Centre, providing a diverse caseload of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties resulting from stroke, acquired brain injury, progressive neurological conditions, dementia, voice disorders and dysfluency.

As part of our integrated service, which covers acute care, stroke, inpatient neurological rehabilitation and community services, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians across a range of specialist areas. The role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, clinical supervision and multidisciplinary working.

The successful candidate will provide assessment and intervention within inpatient neurological rehabilitation and community settings, including clinics, home visits and virtual appointments, ensuring care is delivered in the most appropriate setting to meet patient need.

We welcome applications from experienced Band 6 therapists, as well as motivated Band 5 therapists who are ready to take the next step in their career within a supportive environment that encourages the development of specialist skills.

Main duties of the job

- Manage a specialist caseload of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties across community and inpatient neurological rehabilitation settings. - Undertake assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of individuals with acquired and progressive neurological conditions, including stroke, acquired brain injury, dementia and other complex communication and swallowing disorders. - Deliver intervention through a variety of settings, including inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient clinics, home visits and virtual appointments. - Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation, goal setting, discharge planning and patient-centred care. - Provide advice, education and training to patients, families, carers and other healthcare professionals. - Contribute to the management of patients with dysphagia, utilising specialist clinical skills and knowledge to support safe and effective care. - Maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records and reports in accordance with professional and Trust standards. - Participate in clinical supervision, continuing professional development, audit, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives. - Support and supervise Speech and Language Therapy Assistants, students and less experienced colleagues as appropriate.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff. We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities.

Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision . We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds.

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

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

Job summary

Full-Time - 9-5pmPeace Children's Centre - Watford

*Proposed interview date: 28th September 2026*

Main duties of the job

Your main responsibilities will be to provide comprehensive medical administrative support, working closely with Community Paediatricians and the wider clinical teams within Children's Specialist Services.

In return, we can offer you:

• 5% on top of basic salary high cost allowance supplement subject to a minimum payment of £1,192 per annum (pro rata where applicable).
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)
• One of the UK's best pension schemes
• Special Leave for family and personal reasons
• NHS Car Lease Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Discounts
• Caring and supportive teamwork
• Comprehensive training
• Support to develop your career within the NHS

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust.You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staffWe put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision -Outstanding Services and Healthier CommunitiesOur staff are proud to be Inclusive, Pioneering and Caring in their work to help achieve the Trust visionWe welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and agesWe don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now

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

Job summary

Working independently and in a team delivering a wide range of vaccinations to all age ranges.

Working in schools, community clinics, and other venues.

Providing assessment and review of missed vaccinations and reviewing vaccination histories for those not vaccinated according to the English Schedule.

*Proposed interview date : 28th September 2026*

Main duties of the job

Delivering immunisations across Cambridgeshire & Peterborough to children and young people in schools and to all age groups through community clinics, housebound visits and via outreach work.

We are passionate about protecting our community's health through vaccination.

We welcome applications from health professionals who are passionate about public health, have an interest in learning and development, and can bring an agile, flexible approach to the role.

The role will require the successful candidates to travel and so you must hold afull valid driving licenseandaccess to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

About us

• You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff
• We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities
• Our staff are proud to be Pioneering, Caring and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision
• We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds
• We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible -Apply now
• You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you.

Job summary

Are you passionate about the value and difference that quality Health Visiting can make to children and families? Are you innovative in your thinking about reducing health inequalities and supporting children to make the best start in life? Are you, or have you recently practiced as, a Health Visitor? Are you interested in making a step into a leadership role in Public Health Nursing?

We have a great opportunity for an aspiring Health Visitor to move into team leader role. You will be joining the existing Team Lead for St Albans to lead and support a skill mixed team to effectively and safely deliver the Healthy Child Programme. You will be proactive and innovative, like a challenge and enjoy working as part of a team. You will be supported by senior leadership and the wider Trust to grow and thrive in your Team Leader role. You will be joining a service that prides itself on delivering a quality, needs led service, which is able to support improvement and innovative projects

Your work will continue to benefit children and families, and you will retain your SCPHN qualification, and have access the iHV for inspiration amongst other benefits.

*Proposed interview date: 28th September 2026*

Main duties of the job

You will contribute to the strategic direction, supporting the continued integration of pathways, and take a lead role in facilitating effective positive partnerships with key stake holders.

You will lead on productivity, efficiency and clinical outcomes across the Public Health Nursing 0-5 team and will implement improvement plans where appropriate.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

• You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff
• We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities
• Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision
• We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds
• We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible.

Apply now

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

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

The Trust is committed to gold standard recruitment. In support of this, please read our 'Supplementary Information' document which is attached to our vacancy adverts.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Job summary

Looking for a new opportunity and interested in starting an administration career in the NHS?Part-time hours - 36.5 hours per week Preferred working hours: Monday and Tuesday 9.30-5pm Wednesday to Friday 9-5pm We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Clinical Support Services (CSS) Administrator to join our friendly and supportive team. If you have strong administrative and IT skills, excellent attention to detail and enjoy working with others, we would encourage you to apply. If you are ready for a new challenge, enjoy being part of a team and would like a role where your administrative skills contribute to services for children, young people and their families, we would love to receive your application. *Proposed Interview date : 29th September 2026*

Main duties of the job

This is a diverse role offering the opportunity to work across Children's Specialist Services within both the Referral Hub and CSS Administration teams. You will develop a wide range of administrative skills, including telephone support, management of shared email inboxes, use of SystmOne, digital correspondence, and the scheduling of patient appointments.Our administration service is increasingly embracing digital ways of working, so you will also have the opportunity to build your confidence with new systems and digital initiatives as our services continue to develop. We are looking for someone who is organised, approachable and comfortable communicating with colleagues and families. Good IT skills, accuracy and the ability to manage and prioritise your workload will be important. You will be joining a team where learning and development are encouraged, with opportunities to develop your skills as you grow into the role.

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision. We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you

In return, we can offer you:

• 5% on top of basic salary high cost allowance supplement subject to a minimum payment of £1,192 per annum (pro rata where applicable).
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)
• One of the UK's best pension schemes
• Special Leave for family and personal reasons
• NHS Car Lease Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Discounts
• Caring and supportive teamwork
• Comprehensive training
• Support to develop your career within the NHS