Job summary

NHS Band 7 Salary: £49,387 - £56,515 per annum

Hours Per Week: Full time, 37.5 hrs

Contract Type: Permanent

Main duties of the job

Job Purpose:

• To provide complex, specialist clinical neurophysiology diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to patients of all ages, from a range of specialties, suffering from a wide variety of medical disorders including those which may be neurological and/or psychiatric in nature.
• To work in isolation at various satellite clinics including Jersey, Channel Islands.
• To be adaptive in learning new techniques and undergo further training in specialist areas as required in delivering the service.
• To undertake interpretation of results and provision of reports.
• To actively participate in the development and training of student healthcare scientists and junior medical staff.
• To participate in quality assurance, audit and/or research and development programmes

About us

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.

Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veterans' status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Health Care Assistant to join the specialist palliative care team working both within the community under hospice at home and the inpatient ward at the Macmillan Unit and Forest Holme. We provide palliative and End of Life Care to patients with life limiting disease. The successful candidate would need to be compassionate and demonstrate a keen interest in Palliative care. They would also demonstrate the ability to provide a high standard of quality care to our patients. The candidate needs to have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work flexible hours. Previous NHS experience of working in a care environment is essential.

You will need to drive and have access to a car for this role.

The role covers shift work 7 days a week 24 hours a day.

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

New starters to the trust will have to undertake a numeracy and literacy test.

This post is being advertised as a Band 3, however applicants that do not meet the required care certificate competencies will initially be employed as a Band 2. Applicants who hold a care certificate accreditation will start in post at Band 3

Base Location: Christchurch Hospital / Forest Holme

Interview Date: Week commencing on 28-SEP-2026

This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.

Main duties of the job

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

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

Job summary

Thank you for your interest in working for Hampshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as a Healthcare Support Worker. We are currently recruiting for Healthcare Support Workers in both our Winchester and Basingstoke locations,

In this role, you will have the opportunity to personally make a difference to our patients lives and the lives of their carers and relatives every single day. Our Healthcare Support Workers are at the heart of our multidisciplinary teams who support our patients by assisting our Registered Nurses in planning, delivering and evaluating care. This will require you to:

• Communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals, both verbally and in writing;
• Share our commitment to maintaining high standards in everything we do;
• Demonstrate that you can work effectively within a team that behaves in accordance with our values.

The Healthcare Support Worker role is varied and busy as you will be working a variety of shifts including long days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Successful candidates who are eligible will be expected to undertake the Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship. Eligibility and suitability for the programme will be assessed based on apprenticeship funding requirements, previous qualifications, and relevant experience.

Working as a Healthcare Support Worker is a vital role within the team and if you're positive, caring and have a can-do attitude - we want you to join us.

Main duties of the job

It is essential that within your application you are able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and responsibilities, able to prove how you develop and maintain positive working relationships, along with evidencing how you would demonstrate our Trust values.

You must be a minimum of 18 years old to apply for the role and be willing to work a minimum of 23 hours per week. You must be able to commit to the standard shift pattern for this role which includes long days, nights, weekend and bank holidays.

Please note: this vacancydoes not include Paediatrics or Maternity ward vacancies.

About us

Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.

We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.

The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.

Details

Date posted

17 September 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, Part-time

Reference number

251-HCSW-OCT2026

Job locations

Basingstoke & North Hampshire County Hospital & Royal County Hospital Winchester

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.

We will be holding an in-person HCSW Interview Days in Basingstoke on 9th October and Winchester on 14th October. The event will include a presentation, talks from our clinical staff and a face-to-face interview.No further interview dates are available and you must be able to attend in person.

*** If you have applied via the recent advert for HCSW's in Winchester or Basingstoke, please do not reapply as your application is already going through the shortlisting process. ***

Important: this vacancy is for external candidates or HHFT employees who are not Healthcare Support Workers. If you already work at HHFT as a HCSW (permanent or bank contracts) and wish to change, you should not apply for this vacancy - please contact your line manager instead. If you are already going through a recruitment process for a Healthcare Support Workers role, or have applied for one, there is no need to apply for this role.

HHFT's YouTube channel contains videos highlighting the everyday life in the NHS in various roles/areas across our hospitals; click on the links below to watch them:

• HCSW DAY IN THE LIFE | https://youtu.be/aQ4NVHovhPc
• Healthcare support worker | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWny80Kjcbs

Job description Job responsibilities For further information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. We will be holding an in-person HCSW Interview Days in Basingstoke on 9th October and Winchester on 14th October. The event will include a presentation, talks from our clinical staff and a face-to-face interview.No further interview dates are available and you must be able to attend in person. *** If you have applied via the recent advert for HCSW's in Winchester or Basingstoke, please do not reapply as your application is already going through the shortlisting process. *** Important: this vacancy is for external candidates or HHFT employees who are not Healthcare Support Workers. If you already work at HHFT as a HCSW (permanent or bank contracts) and wish to change, you should not apply for this vacancy - please contact your line manager instead. If you are already going through a recruitment process for a Healthcare Support Workers role, or have applied for one, there is no need to apply for this role. HHFT's YouTube channel contains videos highlighting the everyday life in the NHS in various roles/areas across our hospitals; click on the links below to watch them: HCSW DAY IN THE LIFE | https://youtu.be/aQ4NVHovhPc Healthcare support worker | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWny80Kjcbs

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• IT Literate
• Confirmation of Secondary Education - GCSE grades (Minimum requirements: 1-3 or D-G (Department for Education: June 2017)) or equivalent knowledge gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience
• ESOL Level 2 or equivalent (if English not first language). Or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or above in Health or Health and Social Care or working towards an award. Or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience.

Desirable

• GCSE Standard Pass Grades (GCSE grades 4 and above or A-C only - Department for Education: June 2017)
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent or above in Health or Health and Social Care or working towards an award

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate current knowledge and identify own learning needs

Desirable

• Previous experience in a Health/Health and Social Care role or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience
• Understanding of NHS/Social care systems
• Previous NHS experience

Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential IT Literate Confirmation of Secondary Education - GCSE grades (Minimum requirements: 1-3 or D-G (Department for Education: June 2017)) or equivalent knowledge gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience ESOL Level 2 or equivalent (if English not first language). Or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or above in Health or Health and Social Care or working towards an award. Or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience. Desirable GCSE Standard Pass Grades (GCSE grades 4 and above or A-C only - Department for Education: June 2017) NVQ Level 3 or equivalent or above in Health or Health and Social Care or working towards an award Experience & Knowledge Essential Able to demonstrate current knowledge and identify own learning needs Desirable Previous experience in a Health/Health and Social Care role or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience Understanding of NHS/Social care systems Previous NHS experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basingstoke & North Hampshire County Hospital & Royal County Hospital Winchester

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basingstoke & North Hampshire County Hospital & Royal County Hospital Winchester

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Medinet Group is a leading independent healthcare provider delivering high-quality clinical services across the UK and Ireland, comprising Acute Services (Medinet), Outpatient Specialist Services (HealthHarmonie), and Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (Medinet Minds).

With over 20 years' experience, partnerships with more than 100 NHS Trusts, and more than 2 million patients treated, we've built a strong reputation for clinical excellence and operational delivery.

As we continue to grow, we are scaling our clinical workforce and strengthening our operations to deliver services efficiently and at pace.

Main duties of the job

Your Day in the Life of a Healthcare Assistant:

As a Healthcare Assistant at HealthHarmonie, you will play a vital role in supporting our services and ensuring a high-quality patient experience across our clinics.

Working within our Dermatology, Gynaecology, ENT, Ophthalmology and Urology services across Norfolk, you will work closely with clinicians and administrative teams, ensuring all patient records and data are handled accurately and efficiently.

In addition, you will enhance the patient journey by delivering a welcoming and professional experience, carrying out GDPR and relevant health and safety checks, and supporting the smooth running of clinic operations. You will assist with appointment coordination and ensure all clinical areas meet strict infection control standards to provide a safe environment for both patients and staff.

Your contribution will be essential in delivering an efficient, compassionate, and patient-focused service.

Please note our service operates seven days a week. This role requires flexibility to work across Monday to Sunday, with shifts scheduled in line with service requirements.

About us

Why Join Us?

By joining the HealthHarmonie family, you will be part of the essential infrastructure that delivers outstanding patient care across the UK. Whether in a clinical or administrative capacity, your role will be vital. We value innovation, a willingness to learn, and individuals who take ownership of their professional development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HealthHarmonie is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on age, race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We believe it is the diversity of our people that makes our organisation stronger and a more inclusive place to work.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,144 to £28,641 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0024-26-0086

Job locations

Rose Lane

Norwich

nr11bg

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Location Norfolk:

This is a mobile role covering clinic locations across Norfolk. While your primary clinic locations will be within the region, occasional travel to other clinic sites may be required to support service delivery.

Department: Dermatology, Gynaecology, ENT, Ophthalmology and Urology

Requirements:

• Must have a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when capturing and handling patient data
• Confident using IT systems and digital platforms
• Previous healthcare or administrative experience is desirable but not essential
• A passion for delivering high-quality patient care and taking pride in your work
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple clinic locations

You will be enrolled on our comprehensive training programme from day one, which will equip you with the knowledge and technical skills required for the role.

The Role Details:

• Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract until April 2027
• Hours: 40 hours per week (including travel time)
• Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday
• Salary: £27,144 - £28,641 per annum pro rata

What We Offer:

• Travel allowance of 55p per mile
• Ongoing support and training with opportunities to progress to NVQ Level 3
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Quarterly bonus
• Annual leave entitlement equivalent to 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• NHS employee discounts

Job description Job responsibilities Location Norfolk:This is a mobile role covering clinic locations across Norfolk. While your primary clinic locations will be within the region, occasional travel to other clinic sites may be required to support service delivery.Department: Dermatology, Gynaecology, ENT, Ophthalmology and UrologyRequirements: Must have a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle Strong attention to detail, particularly when capturing and handling patient data Confident using IT systems and digital platforms Previous healthcare or administrative experience is desirable but not essential A passion for delivering high-quality patient care and taking pride in your work Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work flexibly across multiple clinic locationsYou will be enrolled on our comprehensive training programme from day one, which will equip you with the knowledge and technical skills required for the role.The Role Details: Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract until April 2027 Hours: 40 hours per week (including travel time) Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday Salary: £27,144 - £28,641 per annum pro rataWhat We Offer: Travel allowance of 55p per mile Ongoing support and training with opportunities to progress to NVQ Level 3 Excellent career progression opportunities Quarterly bonus Annual leave entitlement equivalent to 25 days plus 8 bank holidays Pension scheme NHS employee discounts

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of working in a GP practice

Skills

Essential

• Ability to provide quality care
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable

• Basic IT skills

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Qualified to NVQ level 3

Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients Desirable Experience of working in primary care Experience of working in a GP practice Skills Essential Ability to provide quality care Good interpersonal and communication skills Desirable Basic IT skills Qualifications Essential GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths Desirable Qualified to NVQ level 3

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

HealthHarmonie

Address

Rose Lane

Norwich

nr11bg

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.healthharmonie.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HealthHarmonie

Address

Rose Lane

Norwich

nr11bg

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.healthharmonie.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

UK NEQAS for Microbiology provides clinical EQA services to participants worldwide.

Microbiology covered includes mycology, bacteriology (with antimicrobial susceptibility testing), virology, parasitology and schemes based on a range of technologies including proteomic, molecular detection methods and conventional methods. Schemes are under constant review and development. The schemes provide an international benchmark for quality. There are over 3000 participants in more than 80 countries. See our website for further information: www.ukneqasmicro.org.uk

The Healthcare Scientist Team Manager for Virology and Molecular will lead the Virology and Molecular laboratory team and work in collaboration with other senior staff to deliver Virology and Molecular EQA schemes.

Main duties of the job

o Provide leadership (in rotation with other Team Managers) in the UK NEQAS for Microbiology laboratories and be responsible for the overall service in that area.

o Responsible for ensuring specimens for EQA are prepared and quality controlled according to schedule.

o Responsible for procedures involved in report production and responding to customer queries/feedback in a timely manner.

o Responsible for the development and training of laboratory staff in specific areas.

Please note this list is not exhaustive.

About us

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.

UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.

Please visit our careers site for more information https://gov.uk/ukhsa/careers

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£46,310 to £52,113 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

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

Reference number

919-TG-301720-EXT

Job locations

Scientific Campus

Colindale

NW9 5EQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Technical/Scientific Duties

• Lead the organisation, preparation and quality control of simulated specimens for UK NEQAS schemes, ensuring effective resource management.
• Maintain high laboratory standards, ensuring compliance with UKAS accreditation and best practice.
• Oversee data analysis of participant results and preparation of scheme reports.
• Source clinical material and develop new specimen types for EQA schemes.
• Apply expertise in clinical virology and molecular diagnostics to specimen design, quality control and stability testing.
• Maintain professional competence and keep up to date with developments in clinical microbiology.
• Undertake deputy responsibilities as required.

Professional Development

• Identify and undertake training and development needs through appraisal and personal development plans.
• Complete all mandatory training requirements.
• Support recruitment, induction, training, performance reviews and ongoing development of staff.
• Promote effective working relationships and facilitate appropriate training opportunities.

Communication and Working Relationships

The post holder will communicate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including:

Internal

• UK NEQAS for Microbiology staff and colleagues across UKHSA.

External

• Collaborating institutions, stakeholders, scheme participants, Steering Committees, the UK NEQAS Central Office and other relevant organisations.
• Provide scientific advice and interpretation relating to quality assurance schemes.

Service Improvement

• Work collaboratively to improve processes and working practices.

Health, Safety and Security

In conjunction with the Laboratory Safety Coordinator and Laboratory Manager:

• Comply with UKHSA health and safety policies and objectives.
• Attend required safety training and implement local safety procedures.
• Promote the health, safety and welfare of staff and visitors.
• Ensure risk assessments are completed and control measures implemented.
• Support corrective actions arising from inspections, audits and incident reporting.

Quality

Working with the Quality Team:

• Maintain high standards of service delivery that are safe, effective and economical.
• Contribute to quality assurance, accreditation, audit activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support implementation of corrective actions and quality improvements.

Information and Knowledge

• Support the development of IT systems and databases.
• Analyse and present statistical information to support quality and project activities.

Development and Innovation

• Assist in the development of new specimen types and EQA schemes.

Procurement and Project Support

• Assist with business cases, risk management and stock procurement (up to £5,000).

Services and Project Management

• Support the selection, implementation and validation of laboratory equipment.

People Management

• Ensure technical and support staff receive appropriate training on new procedures, systems and developments.

Essential role criteria:

MSc or an equivalent/higher qualification in Medical Microbiology/Virology

Significant experience in virology and serology (clinical/diagnostic or research laboratory) and knowledge and substantial experience of molecular techniques

Experience in data analysis, competence in word processing, spread sheet software, database skills, use of presentation software

Experience of Quality Management systems and experience and understanding of laboratory safety and procedures

Able to analyse, interpret and evaluate information when problem solving and making decisions and able to communicate complex information both written and oral, clearly and concisely with good attention to detail

Excellent people skills covering management, training development of people, planning and allocating and delegating activities, recruitment and selection and reviewing performance, including an understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships.

Committed to development and keeping abreast of recent developments in virology and microbiology and able to liaise with colleagues at all levels within UKHSA and work across organisational boundaries

Desirable role criteria:

Prepared to work flexibly when business needs demand

Selection ProcessDetails(SuccessProfiles)

This vacancy is usingSuccessProfiles and will assess your Experience, Behaviours, Strengths, and Technical skills.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

SuccessProfiles - GOV.UK

You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 7 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a:

Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) Up to 1000 word supporting statement

This should outline how you consider your skills, experienceand knowledgeprovide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.

You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV).

HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than1000words. Please do not exceed1000words.

Longlisting:In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewilllonglistinto 3 piles of:

• Meets allessentialcriteria

• Meets someessentialcriteria

• Meets no essential criteria

If used, the pile Meets allessentialcriteria willproceedto shortlisting.

Shortlisting:In the event of a large number of applications we will conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of:

MSc or an equivalent/higher qualification in Medical Microbiology/Virology

Significant experience in virology and serology (clinical/diagnostic or research laboratory) and knowledge and substantial experience of molecular techniques

Excellent people skills covering management, training development of people, planning and allocating and delegating activities, recruitment and selection and reviewing performance, including an understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships

Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2: Interview

Success Profiles - GOV.UK

You will be invited to a face to face interview at our site in Colindale. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Behaviours, Strengths, and Technical skills will be tested at interview. The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be:

• Changing and Improving
• Leadership
• Working together
• Managing a Quality Service (lead behaviour)

Strengths will be assessed via strength based questions.

Technical skills will be assessed through a presentation. You will be asked to present for up to 10 mins on the topic of The importance of EQA in a virology diagnostic laboratory.

Interview dates to be confirmed.

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Additional Information

Location

This role is being offered as lab based at our scientific campus in Colindale. You will be required to have a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you fromgaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

Please note hybrid working is not available for this role.

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check.

Eligibility Criteria

Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Job description Job responsibilities Technical/Scientific Duties Lead the organisation, preparation and quality control of simulated specimens for UK NEQAS schemes, ensuring effective resource management. Maintain high laboratory standards, ensuring compliance with UKAS accreditation and best practice. Oversee data analysis of participant results and preparation of scheme reports. Source clinical material and develop new specimen types for EQA schemes. Apply expertise in clinical virology and molecular diagnostics to specimen design, quality control and stability testing. Maintain professional competence and keep up to date with developments in clinical microbiology. Undertake deputy responsibilities as required. Professional Development Identify and undertake training and development needs through appraisal and personal development plans. Complete all mandatory training requirements. Support recruitment, induction, training, performance reviews and ongoing development of staff. Promote effective working relationships and facilitate appropriate training opportunities. Communication and Working Relationships The post holder will communicate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including: Internal UK NEQAS for Microbiology staff and colleagues across UKHSA. External Collaborating institutions, stakeholders, scheme participants, Steering Committees, the UK NEQAS Central Office and other relevant organisations. Provide scientific advice and interpretation relating to quality assurance schemes. Service Improvement Work collaboratively to improve processes and working practices. Health, Safety and Security In conjunction with the Laboratory Safety Coordinator and Laboratory Manager: Comply with UKHSA health and safety policies and objectives. Attend required safety training and implement local safety procedures. Promote the health, safety and welfare of staff and visitors. Ensure risk assessments are completed and control measures implemented. Support corrective actions arising from inspections, audits and incident reporting. Quality Working with the Quality Team: Maintain high standards of service delivery that are safe, effective and economical. Contribute to quality assurance, accreditation, audit activities and continuous improvement initiatives. Support implementation of corrective actions and quality improvements. Information and Knowledge Support the development of IT systems and databases. Analyse and present statistical information to support quality and project activities. Development and Innovation Assist in the development of new specimen types and EQA schemes. Procurement and Project Support Assist with business cases, risk management and stock procurement (up to £5,000). Services and Project Management Support the selection, implementation and validation of laboratory equipment. People Management Ensure technical and support staff receive appropriate training on new procedures, systems and developments. Essential role criteria: MSc or an equivalent/higher qualification in Medical Microbiology/Virology Significant experience in virology and serology (clinical/diagnostic or research laboratory) and knowledge and substantial experience of molecular techniques Experience in data analysis, competence in word processing, spread sheet software, database skills, use of presentation software Experience of Quality Management systems and experience and understanding of laboratory safety and procedures Able to analyse, interpret and evaluate information when problem solving and making decisions and able to communicate complex information both written and oral, clearly and concisely with good attention to detail Excellent people skills covering management, training development of people, planning and allocating and delegating activities, recruitment and selection and reviewing performance, including an understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships. Committed to development and keeping abreast of recent developments in virology and microbiology and able to liaise with colleagues at all levels within UKHSA and work across organisational boundaries Desirable role criteria: Prepared to work flexibly when business needs demand Selection ProcessDetails(SuccessProfiles) This vacancy is usingSuccessProfiles and will assess your Experience, Behaviours, Strengths, and Technical skills. Stage 1: Application & Sift SuccessProfiles - GOV.UK You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 7 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a: Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) Up to 1000 word supporting statement This should outline how you consider your skills, experienceand knowledgeprovide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV). HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than1000words. Please do not exceed1000words. Longlisting:In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewilllonglistinto 3 piles of: Meets allessentialcriteria Meets someessentialcriteria Meets no essential criteria If used, the pile Meets allessentialcriteria willproceedto shortlisting. Shortlisting:In the event of a large number of applications we will conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of: MSc or an equivalent/higher qualification in Medical Microbiology/Virology Significant experience in virology and serology (clinical/diagnostic or research laboratory) and knowledge and substantial experience of molecular techniques Excellent people skills covering management, training development of people, planning and allocating and delegating activities, recruitment and selection and reviewing performance, including an understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2: Interview Success Profiles - GOV.UK You will be invited to a face to face interview at our site in Colindale. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Behaviours, Strengths, and Technical skills will be tested at interview. The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Changing and Improving Leadership Working together Managing a Quality Service (lead behaviour) Strengths will be assessed via strength based questions. Technical skills will be assessed through a presentation. You will be asked to present for up to 10 mins on the topic of The importance of EQA in a virology diagnostic laboratory. Interview dates to be confirmed. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Additional Information Location This role is being offered as lab based at our scientific campus in Colindale. You will be required to have a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you fromgaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice. Please note hybrid working is not available for this role. Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check. Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants). Salary Information If you are successful at interview and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Person Specification

Application form and supporting statement

Essential

• Application form and supporting statement

Behaviours

Essential

• Changing and Improving
• Leadership
• Working together
• Managing a Quality Service (lead behaviour)

Presentation

Essential

• The importance of EQA in a virology diagnostic laboratory

Person Specification Application form and supporting statement Essential Application form and supporting statement Behaviours Essential Changing and Improving Leadership Working together Managing a Quality Service (lead behaviour) Presentation Essential The importance of EQA in a virology diagnostic laboratory

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Colindale

NW9 5EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Scientific Campus

Colindale

NW9 5EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This post is fixed term/secondment until 19/06/27 due to maternity cover

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

A part time vacancy has become available for a Health Care Support Worker on Gladstone Ward in Deeside Community Hospital.

Our aim is to provide quality, planned care for the patients. The successful candidate will work as part of a team of nurses responsible for providing, maintaining and coordinating a high standard of planned holistic care and nursing treatments, under the indirect supervision of the nurse in charge of the Ward.

Main duties of the job

To assist registered nurses/practitioners to deliver based care to patients/clients, working in partnership with other health care professionals, the patient their family and carers.

Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan. Carry out a wide range of duties under the supervision of a registered nurse for the period of the shift.

Supporting clients/service users in maintaining their health and wellbeing.

Undertaking specified and delegated clinical and therapeutic activities.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job summary

Due to restructure and retirement an opportunity has arisen within the Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for Registered nurses (RGN/RMN/RNLD) or Allied Health Professionals, who may be currently fulfilling a clinical or non- clinical role, to consider a change in direction and join the North Yorkshire and York Continuing Healthcare team.

We are looking to recruit dynamic & innovative health professionals to the role of Band 6 CHC Case Manager & Assessor, to work as part of the team, delivering effective assessments, reviews and personalised case management across the geography for persons who may be eligible for NHS funding.

There are 3.1 WTE posts available. Full time & Part time hours will be considered.

The team can offer an upskilling induction programme for those who apply but may not have all the required skills and experience in CHC to begin the role immediately. This will likely take up to 4 months to upskill and support the individuals who are successful to post. The induction period will include undertaking digital training through NHS England, alongside shadowing and support from existing CHC colleagues.

The duties of this community-based post require working from home or base and frequent travel across the week within the geographical footprint of North Yorkshire and York, including Richmondshire & Hambleton, Harrogate & rural, Vale of York and Scarborough and Ryedale.

ICB Bases linked to geography of team. Please speak to Recruiting Manager for details.

Main duties of the job

This role will work with the senior clinical team and Operational Manager to deliver the 'end to end' Continuing Healthcare pathway for adults. This includes eligibility assessment, review, personalised support planning and ongoing case management, and participating in the team duty role. As a member of the team, you will be working with a group of highly skilled people knowledgeable and passionate about the ICB achieving its statutory duties as set out in the national NHS Continuing Healthcare framework.

As a Case Manager and Assessor, you will also contribute to the ICB's essential operational objectives and duties, which includes the achieving of key national performance indicators the delivery of good quality service and care, engage in meaningful supervision, and help to build and shape the development of new guidance for the delivery of CHC across the combined footprint of the Humber and North Yorkshire ICB. You will work with families, our local authority partners and the wider MDT.

This post is a highly rewarding role, supporting some of the most vulnerable adults in the locality to achieve positive change and improved quality of life. Providing equal interest and challenge, with plenty of opportunities for growth and development working alongside others with a shared goal of providing the right care for those in our community who are challenged by complex health needs.

About us

NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) is responsible for planning and arranging the provision of NHS services to meet the diverse health needs of a population of 1.7 million people. Our area reaches over 1,500 square miles and includes the cities of Hull and York and the large rural areas across East Yorkshire, North Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire. The ICB is part of the Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership, one of 42 Integrated Care Systems (ICS) across England to meet health and care needs, coordinate services and plan in a way that improves population health and reduces inequality between groups. The Health and Care Partnership comprises of NHS organisations, local councils, health and care providers and voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations.

Job summary

This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months tomeet the needs of the service

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

A well motivated, conscientious person is sought to work in a busy Outpatients Dept. The post will allow the individual to enhance their existing knowledge in a varied clinical setting.

The successful applicant will support the trained Nurse in various specialities ensuring that safe, quality and compassionate care is delivered.

The Outpatients Dept is constantly evolving with developments and added opportunities. A good communicator and team player is essential. An interest in Health Promotion is desirable.

A willingness to develop and practice new skills.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Works as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients within the outpatient setting under supervision provided by aregistered healthcare professional.
• Undertakes personal care activities and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registeredhealthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.
• Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client's condition and progress.
• Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes.
• Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff.
• Delivers role in accordance with Health Board/Trust Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW's in Wales.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job summary

Are you caring, compassionate and motivated to make a positive difference to people's lives?

Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust are recruiting to a range ofNursing Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker and Rehabilitation Assistant opportunities available across our services and sites in Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire.

These rewarding roles offer the opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare professionals and make a real difference to the people who use our services. We welcome applications from experienced healthcare workers as well as individuals looking to begin or develop their career within the NHS. Eligible roles will be offered as an apprenticeship opportunity.

Our opportunities span a variety of clinical and care environments, including mental health, community, inpatient, rehabilitation and specialist services. The exact duties, hours, shift pattern and environment will vary depending on the vacancy.

You will have the opportunity to state your vacancy preference on your application and at interview. If you are appointable at interview but are not successful, you will be given the option to be added to our recruitment pipeline for any future vacancies that arise.

KEY DATES:

Closing Date: 27 September 2026

Shortlisting: 28 - 30 September 2026

Interviews: 5 - 7 October 2026

Main duties of the job

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care, promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Depending on the role, your responsibilities may include:

• Provide person-centred care and practical support under the direction of registered nurses and qualified professionals
• Assist with daily living, including washing, dressing, continence, nutrition, hydration and mobility
• Promote dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing
• Support care plans, treatment, therapeutic, rehabilitation and recreational programmes
• Assist with admissions, discharges, appointments and community visits
• Undertake delegated clinical observations and procedures, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation, weighing and urine testing, when trained
• Monitor physical and mental wellbeing, recognise deterioration and report concerns
• Build positive relationships with patients, relatives and carers, providing reassurance and emotional support
• Work within the multidisciplinary team, contributing to care reviews and treatment planning
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidentiality
• Support safeguarding, infection prevention, health and safety and incident reporting
• Assist with equipment, stock and a safe environment
• Participate in training, supervision and induction of new staff

We are looking for people who share our Trust Values. Good communication, a positive attitude and effective teamwork are essential.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£26,299.62 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

CR-HCA-01

Job locations

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job descriptions and person specification to view the full details about some of our roles.

Should you choose to apply, please ensure you are demonstrating how you meet the competencies highlighted in the question section of your application and provided detailed examples.

We reserve the right to close the post early if a high number of applications are received.

Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached job descriptions and person specification to view the full details about some of our roles. Should you choose to apply, please ensure you are demonstrating how you meet the competencies highlighted in the question section of your application and provided detailed examples. We reserve the right to close the post early if a high number of applications are received.

Person Specification

General

Essential

• Can you please confirm you will demonstrate how you meet the competencies highlighted in this section of your application and provide detailed examples?
• Please state your locality preference - Doncaster, Rotherham, North Lincolnshire (you can select more than one if applicable)
• Please state your preferenced setting i.e. inpatient, community, drug and alcohol, mental health, physical health, learning disabilities
• Please indicate whether you would consider roles with 24 hour shift patterns.

Artificial Intelligence

Essential

• Please confirm if you have used artificial intelligence to complete this application. If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it is essential to personalise this information. Relying solely on AI to write your application can negatively impact your chances of success and may result in your application being rejected.

Qualifications

Essential

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a related subject
• NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
• Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
• Previous experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience of supervision of staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Able to support and reassure patients / carers in distress
• Basic IT skills

Person Specification General Essential Can you please confirm you will demonstrate how you meet the competencies highlighted in this section of your application and provide detailed examples? Please state your locality preference - Doncaster, Rotherham, North Lincolnshire (you can select more than one if applicable) Please state your preferenced setting i.e. inpatient, community, drug and alcohol, mental health, physical health, learning disabilities Please indicate whether you would consider roles with 24 hour shift patterns. Artificial Intelligence Essential Please confirm if you have used artificial intelligence to complete this application. If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it is essential to personalise this information. Relying solely on AI to write your application can negatively impact your chances of success and may result in your application being rejected. Qualifications Essential English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2) NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a related subject NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship Experience Essential Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting Previous experience of working as part of a team Desirable Previous experience of supervision of staff Knowledge Essential Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality Skills Essential Good interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Able to support and reassure patients / carers in distress Basic IT 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).

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note - THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO KENT AND MEDWAY PATHOLOGY NETWORK STAFF (I.E. THOSE EMPLOYED BY DARTFORD AND GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST, MEDWAY NHS TRUST, EAST KENT HOSPITALS NHS TRUST, MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST). ANY APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE NOT EMPLOYED BY THE NETWORK WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

We are looking for a hard working enthusiastic person to join our Pathology team working in the Microbiology department. This is a role where you will learn a broad range of skills whilst processing specimens from patients.

You must be a careful, conscientious and reliable worker. Following induction and training you will be able to work without close supervision in a busy environment, have a good telephone manner and be at ease using the computer system and laboratory instrumentation.

As a team-player and excellent communicator, you will need to demonstrate attention to detail whilst processing patients' specimens and entering data into the computer systems. There are also a wide range of other tasks that form part of this varied and interesting job.

Hours of work include early shifts 8:00am to 16:30pm and late shifts 12:30pm to 21:00pm. These shifts include weekend working to be covered each week alongside one flexible week day working.

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to perform a range of routine and non routine tasks within Microbiology, for example, performing standard tests on clinical samples, entering patient results into the Laboratory system, labeling clinical samples, communicating with patient and Trust Users by supporting with queries and advising on appropriate samples and containers for specific clinical tests , working with a selection of Microbiology analysers as well as supervising and / or training less experienced staff in their own area.

The department welcomes individuals who are keen to learn and develop their skills. Working with a vibrant team and supporting environment with a passion dedicated to patient care , quality and safety.

The Microbiology department provides training and support to staff and demonstrates great work ethics and encourages advancement. We are a culture of continuous improvement and achievements. Great support network within the department and throughout the Trust.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all of our staff are double vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job summary

The Health Care Assistant will function as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the ward or department to provide a seamless service & high-quality care to patients under the support and direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.

In this role you will be expected to undertake care to meet the needs of the patients under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, working within the Trust's policies, procedures and Trust Values and of the ward or department in a safe and person-centered environment for the treatment of patients whilst working collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team.

***Please note we are unable to sponsor this role***

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Main duties of the job

• Work effectively as part of the ward team, building and maintaining positive professional relationships while supporting qualified staff in the delivery and management of clinical care.
• Contribute to a standard of practice that promotes equality, dignity and respect for all patients, recognising and valuing individual beliefs, backgrounds and identities.
• Communicate relevant information promptly and accurately to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity and safety of care.
• Provide support to patients and their relatives or carers as they adapt to the physical and emotional impact of illness or injury, offering reassurance and compassion throughout their care journey.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Job summary

Please note - THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO KENT AND MEDWAY PATHOLOGY NETWORK STAFF (I.E. THOSE EMPLOYED BY DARTFORD AND GRAVESHAM NHS TRUST, MEDWAY NHS TRUST, EAST KENT HOSPITALS NHS TRUST, MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST). ANY APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE NOT EMPLOYED BY THE NETWORK WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Applications are invited for the post of Healthcare Science Support Worker, Higher Level (Band 3).

We are looking for Healthcare Science Support Workers with experience of working in an NHS pathology laboratory (or equivalent) to join our Biochemistry Department in Blood Sciences at Darent Valley Hospital.

In partnership with Beckman Coulter UK (BCUK) our laboratory houses a range of equipment including: Beckman Coulter AU5800 and DxI analysers.

Successful applicants will be expected to participate in an ongoing quality programme to maintain compliance with the United Kingdom Accreditation Standards (UKAS)

The Department covers a 24/7 shift system to support service delivery. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in the shift system where required in accordance with Agenda for Change (AfC) terms and conditions.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience of laboratory practices and should be able to communicate well (see person specification for further details).

There is an opportunity to learn how to maintain the high-throughput equipment we use as well as to learn a variety of biochemistry techniques for testing samples.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Healthcare Scientific Support Worker is to provide a support role to the qualified Biomedical Scientists.

This will include housekeeping duties including stock control of reagents and generally maintaining a clean and safe environment for all staff, to prepare and maintain equipment, to manage the processing of blood and urine samples and to perform some manual testing of samples.

The successful candidate will need to be pro-active in their role and use their initiative to work independently, though always supervised. Being able to organise work and prioritise duties is essential. Working with colleagues is necessary to ensure the daily tasks are completed

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job summary

Are you ready to unlock your potential within a challenging, creative and fast paced work environment? Do you want to work with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past?

This is an excellent opportunity for a healthcare assistant to join our inpatient team of diverse, talented healthcare professionals to deliver care that is not only efficient but deeply centred on the patient.

Our healthcare team have a real impact on promoting health and well-being to those in prison and we pride ourselves on using skills and strategies that instil hope for patient's future resettlement back into the community. We directly deliver Mental Health, Physical Health, Pharmacy and Clinical Substance Misuse in an integrated healthcare delivery model to provide effective and responsive care to improve wellbeing and support better outcomes in the future.

Applicants are required to have hospital/primary care experience and be competent at taking blood pressure, ECGs and other observations. Knowledge of wound care is also a requirement for this post.

Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

As a Inpatient Healthcare Assistant you will assist in the delivery of high quality nursing care to patients in prison with the support of a registered nurse.

You will be providing physical care to patients according to a written care plan. This will include taking blood pressures, ECG's, other observations and wound care.

You will be actively engaging with patients in the provision of holistic, needs-led care which will consider the physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual needs of the individual.

You will be promoting health and well-being through the delivery of health promotion activities and programmes, responding to patients needs and assisting patients to attain optimal physical health.

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£27,760 to £29,476 a year PER ANNUM **RECRUITMENT & RETENTION INCENTIVE INCLUDED**

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

277-8283573-ELM

Job locations

HMP Elmley

Church Road, Eastchurch

Sheerness

ME12 4DZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Responding to the needs of patients in an honest, non-judgemental, and open manner, which respects the rights of individuals and groups
• Actively engaging with patients in the provision of holistic, needs-led care which considers the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of individuals and groups
• Delivery of health promotion activities and programmes (including patient self-help programmes) in support of a registered healthcare professional
• Assisting patients to attain optimal physical health and assisting with physical procedures in alongside a registered healthcare professional
• Contributing appropriately to risk assessment and individualised care planning.

Clinical

• To work as directed by a registered nurse, providing physical care to patients according to a written care plan. Typical duties include:

-Carrying out ECGs

-Phlebotomy

-Basic wound care

-NEWS2

-Assess patients using NEWS2

-Blood glucose monitoring

-Taking patients weight and other measurements

• Assisting in emergency call outs and instigating emergency procedures when appropriate
• Being second checker on medication rounds
• Ordering and maintaining stock
• Ensuring treatment rooms are clean, tidy and well stocked
• Appropriate escalation to registered healthcare professionals
• Using appropriate templates in SystmOne to document contemporaneously and accurately
• Maintaining patient confidentiality and security
• Adhering to all organisational and prison policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Ensuring good working relationships with patients, carers, relatives, other professionals and prison and healthcare staff
• Developing an understanding of and demonstrating use of clinical supervision to reflect upon and modify practice

Custodial Responsibilities

• Assume personal responsibility for the security of issued keys.
• Understand and comply with prison orders, procedures, and instructions in your area of work.
• Comply with all security requirements.
• Respond to any situation or circumstance that might indicate a threat to security of the establishment or to the safety of an individual, completing Incident, Security, Injury, or other reports as appropriate.
• Report breaches of order and discipline including reporting and recording untoward incidents according to local protocol.
• Contribute to effective risk assessment and management procedures.

Communication

• Routinely communicate effectively with patients and working to overcome barriers to understanding (ie patients with physical or mental health conditions or learning disabilities)
• Develop and maintain inter-disciplinary and inter-agency working with all relevant agencies and organisations as directed.
• Develop and maintain close working partnerships with HMPS, Prison Governors and Heads of Prison Services, Forensic Services, Probation Services, Crown Prosecution Service, Police, and all other non-statutory agencies that are integral to prisoner/patient care and offender management.
• Undertake other duties agreed in conjunction with registered staff, Integrated Primary Healthcare Services.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographic ID

Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Job description Job responsibilities Responding to the needs of patients in an honest, non-judgemental, and open manner, which respects the rights of individuals and groups Actively engaging with patients in the provision of holistic, needs-led care which considers the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of individuals and groups Delivery of health promotion activities and programmes (including patient self-help programmes) in support of a registered healthcare professional Assisting patients to attain optimal physical health and assisting with physical procedures in alongside a registered healthcare professional Contributing appropriately to risk assessment and individualised care planning. Clinical To work as directed by a registered nurse, providing physical care to patients according to a written care plan. Typical duties include: -Carrying out ECGs -Phlebotomy -Basic wound care -NEWS2 -Assess patients using NEWS2 -Blood glucose monitoring -Taking patients weight and other measurements Assisting in emergency call outs and instigating emergency procedures when appropriate Being second checker on medication rounds Ordering and maintaining stock Ensuring treatment rooms are clean, tidy and well stocked Appropriate escalation to registered healthcare professionals Using appropriate templates in SystmOne to document contemporaneously and accurately Maintaining patient confidentiality and security Adhering to all organisational and prison policies, procedures, and guidelines Ensuring good working relationships with patients, carers, relatives, other professionals and prison and healthcare staff Developing an understanding of and demonstrating use of clinical supervision to reflect upon and modify practice Custodial Responsibilities Assume personal responsibility for the security of issued keys. Understand and comply with prison orders, procedures, and instructions in your area of work. Comply with all security requirements. Respond to any situation or circumstance that might indicate a threat to security of the establishment or to the safety of an individual, completing Incident, Security, Injury, or other reports as appropriate. Report breaches of order and discipline including reporting and recording untoward incidents according to local protocol. Contribute to effective risk assessment and management procedures. Communication Routinely communicate effectively with patients and working to overcome barriers to understanding (ie patients with physical or mental health conditions or learning disabilities) Develop and maintain inter-disciplinary and inter-agency working with all relevant agencies and organisations as directed. Develop and maintain close working partnerships with HMPS, Prison Governors and Heads of Prison Services, Forensic Services, Probation Services, Crown Prosecution Service, Police, and all other non-statutory agencies that are integral to prisoner/patient care and offender management. Undertake other duties agreed in conjunction with registered staff, Integrated Primary Healthcare Services. IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ: All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team. You will need to provide: Proof of right to work documentation Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographic ID Proof of address documentation Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code. Address History: 5 years address history will be needed. Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously. Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited. In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a clinical setting (hospital, secure, or GP practice)
• Experience and knowledge of providing care i.e., providing patient care, carrying out tests/observations
• Experience of facilitating /planning /supporting groups in a healthcare setting i.e., health improvement/smoking cessation/ activities
• Experience of being able to work within policy frameworks in a regulated patient care setting

Skills

Essential

• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to assess risk and care plan effectively, whilst understanding the needs and rights of people
• To take responsibility for clinical equipment/resources with which you are allocated as well as patient property and valuables

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience Experience Essential Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a clinical setting (hospital, secure, or GP practice) Experience and knowledge of providing care i.e., providing patient care, carrying out tests/observations Experience of facilitating /planning /supporting groups in a healthcare setting i.e., health improvement/smoking cessation/ activities Experience of being able to work within policy frameworks in a regulated patient care setting Skills Essential Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing Ability to assess risk and care plan effectively, whilst understanding the needs and rights of people To take responsibility for clinical equipment/resources with which you are allocated as well as patient property and valuables

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Elmley

Church Road, Eastchurch

Sheerness

ME12 4DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Elmley

Church Road, Eastchurch

Sheerness

ME12 4DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

14 Hours Per Week, Permanent position

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our small, friendly team at Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills to work as a Cardiographer. This is a busy service providing specialist assessment and support for people with heart conditions. You will join a focussed team providing support within the Cardiology Service. You will be an integral member of the Cardiology team performing basic cardiac investigations, which involve direct patient contact. This post offers structured, work based training and experience to people seeking a career in a Health Care setting. We are committed to providing a high quality service and actively encourage personal professional development and further training. Candidates should have the desire to work in a healthcare environment, possess a professional attitude and be able to work flexibly in a busy team and individually. Candidates should possess a good standard of GCSE education or equivalent including English and Maths. To enable you to experience our working environment and to give us the opportunity to offer you a more detailed insight into the position, we encourage you to come to the department for an informal visit and discussion. For further information, please contact Angela Lambert, Non-Invasive Cardiology Lead on 01709 424575, [email protected]

Main duties of the job

Undertake assessment and recording of basic cardiac investigations (including 12 Lead ECG and Ambulatory ECG & BP Monitors) and basic patient clinical observations as part of the overall assessment of a patient. Work under the supervision of Qualified Cardiac Physiologists at all times, who hold delegated accountability for the work designated Basic clinical observations i.e. heart rate, height, weight Perform 12 Lead Electrocardiogram (ECG)Lying and standing blood pressure Fit and remove Ambulatory ECG and BP monitors To recognise normal and abnormal heart rhythms at a basic interpretation level To assist in the training of new starters and trainees To recognise situations or test findings which need bringing to the attention of senior colleagues/ medical staff for clinical interpretation To check the technical quality and calibration of basic equipment and to report any adverse findings to a senior member of staff To assist in other areas of cardiology under supervision as appropriate To transport (portering) patients to different areas of the hospital where appropriate To assist in other areas of cardiology under supervision as appropriate Performance of basic care procedures and techniques To work flexibly in accordance with the department needs. This may involve changing working days and/or working towards a 7-day service. Works in a range of clinical settings which may include a community location in the future

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility.GOV.UK www.gov.uk

All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship.

Job summary

As a Healthcare Support Worker, youll be part of our valued team on our Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, Bath. You will feel valued as a Healthcare Assistant within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: £25,500.00 with access to our group pension, Free tea and coffee at your base location, Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you, Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates, Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling, Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunit...

Main duties of the job

Join Our Caring Team as a Healthcare Assistant! Location: Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, Bath Positions Available: Full-time or Part-time A great opportunity has arisen to join us as a Healthcare Assistant on our Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, Bath. You will join a welcoming multidisciplinary team on our Sulis ward, where our services run 7 days per week. We have the opportunity to offer full time and part time positions to help with the flexibility of hours to suit you! We provide general medical and stroke rehabilitation for those stepping down form the acute trusts; as well as supporting our primary care colleagues with admission avoidance and stepping up from the community. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. Previous applicants need not apply. For further information please contact: Jessica Bowler [email protected] Recruitment Advisor: Louise Ledward on 07884 659608 or [email protected] We are happy to answer any questions that you may have.

About us

We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,500 to £27,098 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1552210259

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

St Martins Hospital

BA2 5RP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Package Description

As a Healthcare Support Worker, youll be part of our valued team on our Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, Bath.

You will feel valued as a Healthcare Assistant within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• £25,500.00 with access to our group pension
• Free tea and coffee at your base location
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise
• An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year

Job Introduction

Join Our Caring Team as a Healthcare Assistant!

Location: Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, Bath

Positions Available: Full-time or Part-time

A great opportunity has arisen to join us as a Healthcare Assistant on our Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, Bath.

You will join a welcoming multidisciplinary team on our Sulis ward, where our services run 7 days per week. We have the opportunity to offer full time and part time positions to help with the flexibility of hours to suit you!

We provide general medical and stroke rehabilitation for those stepping down form the acute trusts; as well as supporting our primary care colleagues with admission avoidance and stepping up from the community.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Previous applicants need not apply.

For further information please contact: Jessica Bowler [email protected]

Recruitment Advisor: Louise Ledward on 07884 659608 or [email protected]

We are happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Main Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in line with individual care plans.
• Support daily care and treatment under the guidance of a registered practitioner.
• Encourage patient and carer involvement in decision-making.
• Promote patient independence and dignity at all times.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-professional team.
• Ensure clear, respectful communication, including support for language or hearing barriers.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient needs and preferences.
• Practice effective infection control and contribute to a safe care environment.
• Assist in clinics (e.g. dressing, fracture) and carry out delegated tasks confidently.
• Support junior staff and seek guidance from registered staff when needed.
• Perform select administrative duties as required.
• Obtain appropriate consent and provide or request a chaperone when needed.
• Uphold policies, procedures, and professional standards at all times.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

A full list of responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

Good general education.

Care Certificate or willingness to achieve.

Experience of working under supervision.

Experience of supporting other workers.

Ability to work as a team member.

Delivering patient focused care.

Ability to recognise own limitations.

Typing/data inputting skills.

Physical skills to manually handle patients and use appropriate lifting aids.

Undertake specific nursing/therapy skills.

Driven to achieve.

Self-motivated.

Good time management

Desirable

Experience of the NHS.

Experience of work in an acute or urgent health care setting

Basic wound care knowledge and skills

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team.Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:Package DescriptionAs a Healthcare Support Worker, youll be part of our valued team on our Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, Bath.You will feel valued as a Healthcare Assistant within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: £25,500.00 with access to our group pension Free tea and coffee at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each yearJob IntroductionJoin Our Caring Team as a Healthcare Assistant!Location: Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, BathPositions Available: Full-time or Part-timeA great opportunity has arisen to join us as a Healthcare Assistant on our Sulis Ward, St Martins Hospital, Bath.You will join a welcoming multidisciplinary team on our Sulis ward, where our services run 7 days per week. We have the opportunity to offer full time and part time positions to help with the flexibility of hours to suit you!We provide general medical and stroke rehabilitation for those stepping down form the acute trusts; as well as supporting our primary care colleagues with admission avoidance and stepping up from the community.Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.Previous applicants need not apply.For further information please contact: Jessica Bowler [email protected]Recruitment Advisor: Louise Ledward on 07884 659608 or [email protected]We are happy to answer any questions that you may have.Main DescriptionKey Responsibilities: Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in line with individual care plans. Support daily care and treatment under the guidance of a registered practitioner. Encourage patient and carer involvement in decision-making. Promote patient independence and dignity at all times. Work collaboratively within a multi-professional team. Ensure clear, respectful communication, including support for language or hearing barriers. Maintain accurate documentation of patient needs and preferences. Practice effective infection control and contribute to a safe care environment. Assist in clinics (e.g. dressing, fracture) and carry out delegated tasks confidently. Support junior staff and seek guidance from registered staff when needed. Perform select administrative duties as required. Obtain appropriate consent and provide or request a chaperone when needed. Uphold policies, procedures, and professional standards at all times.Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.A full list of responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.The Ideal CandidateEssential Good general education. Care Certificate or willingness to achieve. Experience of working under supervision. Experience of supporting other workers. Ability to work as a team member. Delivering patient focused care. Ability to recognise own limitations. Typing/data inputting skills. Physical skills to manually handle patients and use appropriate lifting aids. Undertake specific nursing/therapy skills. Driven to achieve. Self-motivated. Good time managementDesirable Experience of the NHS. Experience of work in an acute or urgent health care setting Basic wound care knowledge and skillsAbout the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team.Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education. Care Certificate or willingness to achieve. Experience of working under supervision. Experience of supporting other workers. Ability to work as a team member. Delivering patient focused care. Ability to recognise own limitations. Typing/data inputting skills. Physical skills to manually handle patients and use appropriate lifting aids. Undertake specific nursing/therapy skills. Driven to achieve. Self-motivated. Good time management.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education. Care Certificate or willingness to achieve. Experience of working under supervision. Experience of supporting other workers. Ability to work as a team member. Delivering patient focused care. Ability to recognise own limitations. Typing/data inputting skills. Physical skills to manually handle patients and use appropriate lifting aids. Undertake specific nursing/therapy skills. Driven to achieve. Self-motivated. Good time management.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

St Martins Hospital

BA2 5RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

St Martins Hospital

BA2 5RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Career Change? Returning to Work? Join Our Healthcare Team!Are you seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to make a positive difference in people's lives? If so, consider joining our dedicated team of Healthcare Assistants!

As a Healthcare Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our patients' well-being and recovery. Working alongside our nursing team, you'll be the primary point of contact for many of our patients, providing essential care and compassion.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career consider joining our Healthcare team. Your compassion and dedication will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.

We are recruiting for a number of vacancies, various shifts, full time and part time across our Medicine and Surgery Wards.

Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position or offer bank positions.

Main duties of the job

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with patient care, including feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene
• Providing emotional support and companionship to patients
• Collaborating with the nursing team to ensure optimal patient care

We're seeking compassionate individuals who possess:

• A genuine passion for helping others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A compassionate and empathetic nature
• A strong work ethic and reliability

Departments we are currently recruiting for are across our medicine and surgery wards and include:

• Laverstock Ward
• Redlynch Ward
• Whiteparish
• Spire
• Amesbury
• Britford

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities

About us

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.

We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.

Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visitingwww.experiencesalisbury.co.uk

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Healthcare Assistant to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at DMRC Stanford Hall in Loughborough, Leicestershire.

This is a locum role (36 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Pay rate:

PAYE £15.44 (£13.78 + £1.66 holiday pay) an hour

Umbrella - £17.76 an hour

Main duties of the job

• To be able to work as part of the multidisciplinary team under supervision to deliver 24-hour care to patients.
• To fulfil nursing and non-nursing duties as directed by the shift leader.
• To perform extended roles within their scope of practice as directed by the clinical lead and dictated by ward environment.
• To assist in the delivery of evidence based holistic care to patients within the ward environment, under the supervision of the registered nurse.

• To provide clinical administrative support as required.

About us

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:

Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.

Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:

Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model

A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability

Free uniforms provided (if required)

A PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.

Free mandatory training

Weekly payments

Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements.

Please note that MMP is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours.

Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted regarding their application.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£17.76 an hour Umbrella

Contract

Locum

Duration

11 weeks

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

Q0004-42862

Job locations

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE12 5QW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To be able to work as part of the multidisciplinary team under supervision to deliver 24-hour care to patients.
• To fulfil nursing and non-nursing duties as directed by the shift leader.
• To perform extended roles within their scope of practice as directed by the clinical lead and dictated by ward environment.
• To assist in the delivery of evidence based holistic care to patients within the ward environment, under the supervision of the registered nurse.
• To provide clinical administrative support as required.
• To perform, record and report clinical observations to include:
• - Temperature
• - Pulse
• - Respirations
• - Saturations
• - Peak flow
• - Blood pressure
• - Urinalysis
• - Blood sugar
• To report any changes in patient condition to the nurse in charge.
• To obtain samples as requested.
• To communicate effectively within the multidisciplinary team including the verbal and written handover of patient care.
• To assist in the maintenance of ward / department cleanliness.
• To assist in the maintenance of ward stock levels.
• To assist in the routine maintenance of clinical equipment; performing mandatory checks and reporting faults to the shift leader.
• To work in either Complex Trauma or Neurological rehabilitation as required by service needs and directed by the clinical leads and Chain of Command (CoC).

Job description Job responsibilities To be able to work as part of the multidisciplinary team under supervision to deliver 24-hour care to patients. To fulfil nursing and non-nursing duties as directed by the shift leader. To perform extended roles within their scope of practice as directed by the clinical lead and dictated by ward environment. To assist in the delivery of evidence based holistic care to patients within the ward environment, under the supervision of the registered nurse. To provide clinical administrative support as required. To perform, record and report clinical observations to include: - Temperature - Pulse - Respirations - Saturations - Peak flow - Blood pressure - Urinalysis - Blood sugar To report any changes in patient condition to the nurse in charge. To obtain samples as requested. To communicate effectively within the multidisciplinary team including the verbal and written handover of patient care. To assist in the maintenance of ward / department cleanliness. To assist in the maintenance of ward stock levels. To assist in the routine maintenance of clinical equipment; performing mandatory checks and reporting faults to the shift leader. To work in either Complex Trauma or Neurological rehabilitation as required by service needs and directed by the clinical leads and Chain of Command (CoC).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ/SVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or an equivalent Healthcare related NVQ).
• Must have in date Medical Devices, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Manual Handling certificates completed within the last 12 months.
• Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 2 training.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must have a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ/SVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or an equivalent Healthcare related NVQ). Must have in date Medical Devices, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Manual Handling certificates completed within the last 12 months. Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 2 training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE12 5QW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.militarymedicalpersonnel.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Loughborough

Leicestershire

LE12 5QW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.militarymedicalpersonnel.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Ward 8b is a mixed ward with three specialities palliative care general medicine & haematology the ward is a 28-30 bed ward with acutely unwell patients.

staff are expected to assist the registered nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care and provide support to the patient's & families. Assist patients with activities of daily living, nutrition and skin integrity.

shifts will be over a 7 day period including a range of days & nights including weekends.

Main duties of the job