Job summary

Two replacement full-time Locum Consultant posts are available at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. The posts are fixed term for 6 months for a total of 10 PAs a week, and candidates who wish to work less than full time will be equally considered.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will participate in the Histopathology and Non-Gynae Cytology workload. This will be shared on a mutually agreed rota by the eleven Consultants. The non-gynaecological cytology workload is around 400 cases annually per consultant; gynaecological cytology is not available. Participation in the autopsy rota is desirable but not essential.

About us

Why colleagues think we are "a great place to work!"

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes.

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.

We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.

We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community. Please contact [email protected] (our Armed Forces Covenant Lead) if you would like guidance or assistance with your application.

We make employment decisions by matching our service needs with the skills and experience of candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year dependant on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

434-MSCS-8143170-A

Job locations

Wycombe Hospital

Alexandra road

High Wycombe

HP112TT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The department is sub-specialised to a degree, with all pathologists participating in the General Regional Histopathology and National Breast EQA schemes, whilst the relevant specialty team members participate in the Gynaecological Pathology EQA Scheme, the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme EQA Scheme, Gastro Intestinal EQA scheme, Lung EQA scheme, National Dermatopathology EQA Scheme, diagnostic cytopathology scheme and the Urological Pathology EQA scheme. Summary of Duties The post-holder will participate in the Histopathology and Non-Gynae Cytology workload. This will be shared on a mutually agreed rota by the eleven Consultants. The non-gynaecological cytology workload is around 400 cases annually per consultant; gynaecological cytology is not available. Participation in the autopsy rota is desirable but not essential. Some commitment to FNA or one-stop clinics is required for this post as the Trust will be starting one stop thyroid clinics soon. A specialist interest in dermatopathology and breast pathology is desirable but not essential. Intra-operative one-step nucleic acid amplification of lymph node metastases (OSNA) for breast cancer has been discontinued in 2026 due to no EQA scheme available in the country. Specimen X-ray facilities are available at Wycombe Radiology Department. Annual Departmental Workload:- Surgical requests approx. 33 000, of which approximately 9% are from General Practice Breast specimens: approx. 2000 Non-gynaecological cytology specimens: 1400 Andrology requests : approx. 2200 Autopsies: approx. 1500 (>98% Coronial cases ) Medico-legal autopsies are not part of the NHS contract. Subject to agreement with HM Coroner, the appointee will be invited to perform Coroners autopsies, sharing these on an equal basis with the four Consultants who currently perform this role. Multidisciplinary teams The Bucks Healthcare Trust provides diagnostic pathology for all of Buckinghamshire except for the unitary authority of Milton Keynes. It also serves small areas of Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire. Skin cancer services are provided for a wider area including Milton Keynes and parts of Northamptonshire. This is part of the South Central Strategic Health Authority Cancer Services Network. Regular multidisciplinary team meetings are held for all the major tumour sites: skin, breast, colorectal, urology, gynaecology, haematology, upper GI, colposcopy and lung cancer. The meetings are video-conferenced between Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe Hospitals and between the Buckinghamshire Hospitals and Oxford University Hospitals as needed. There are facilities for demonstrating histology and radiology at all of these meetings. All of these meetings are currently conducted using MS Teams. Teaching and Training Buckinghamshire Healthcare is part of Health Education Thames Valley and there are up to 5 year 2-5 trainees on rotation with the Oxford University Hospitals. The laboratories have teaching rooms and multi-headed microscopes. There are facilities for macro and microphotography. An interest in undertaking the role of educational supervisor is desirable but not essential The post-holder will be expected to take part in the training of these trainee medical staff as well as laboratory staff. The appointee may also be expected to take part in the training of other health service staff including nursing staff, police, ambulance staff, physiotherapists and radiographers as needed.

Job description Job responsibilities The department is sub-specialised to a degree, with all pathologists participating in the General Regional Histopathology and National Breast EQA schemes, whilst the relevant specialty team members participate in the Gynaecological Pathology EQA Scheme, the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme EQA Scheme, Gastro Intestinal EQA scheme, Lung EQA scheme, National Dermatopathology EQA Scheme, diagnostic cytopathology scheme and the Urological Pathology EQA scheme. Summary of Duties The post-holder will participate in the Histopathology and Non-Gynae Cytology workload. This will be shared on a mutually agreed rota by the eleven Consultants. The non-gynaecological cytology workload is around 400 cases annually per consultant; gynaecological cytology is not available. Participation in the autopsy rota is desirable but not essential. Some commitment to FNA or one-stop clinics is required for this post as the Trust will be starting one stop thyroid clinics soon. A specialist interest in dermatopathology and breast pathology is desirable but not essential. Intra-operative one-step nucleic acid amplification of lymph node metastases (OSNA) for breast cancer has been discontinued in 2026 due to no EQA scheme available in the country. Specimen X-ray facilities are available at Wycombe Radiology Department. Annual Departmental Workload:- Surgical requests approx. 33 000, of which approximately 9% are from General Practice Breast specimens: approx. 2000 Non-gynaecological cytology specimens: 1400 Andrology requests : approx. 2200 Autopsies: approx. 1500 (>98% Coronial cases ) Medico-legal autopsies are not part of the NHS contract. Subject to agreement with HM Coroner, the appointee will be invited to perform Coroners autopsies, sharing these on an equal basis with the four Consultants who currently perform this role. Multidisciplinary teams The Bucks Healthcare Trust provides diagnostic pathology for all of Buckinghamshire except for the unitary authority of Milton Keynes. It also serves small areas of Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire. Skin cancer services are provided for a wider area including Milton Keynes and parts of Northamptonshire. This is part of the South Central Strategic Health Authority Cancer Services Network. Regular multidisciplinary team meetings are held for all the major tumour sites: skin, breast, colorectal, urology, gynaecology, haematology, upper GI, colposcopy and lung cancer. The meetings are video-conferenced between Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe Hospitals and between the Buckinghamshire Hospitals and Oxford University Hospitals as needed. There are facilities for demonstrating histology and radiology at all of these meetings. All of these meetings are currently conducted using MS Teams. Teaching and Training Buckinghamshire Healthcare is part of Health Education Thames Valley and there are up to 5 year 2-5 trainees on rotation with the Oxford University Hospitals. The laboratories have teaching rooms and multi-headed microscopes. There are facilities for macro and microphotography. An interest in undertaking the role of educational supervisor is desirable but not essential The post-holder will be expected to take part in the training of these trainee medical staff as well as laboratory staff. The appointee may also be expected to take part in the training of other health service staff including nursing staff, police, ambulance staff, physiotherapists and radiographers as needed.

Person Specification

essential

Essential

• Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview)
• Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT

Desirable

• Ability to participate in autopsy work (desirable not essential)

essential

Essential

• MBChB or equivalent FRCPath or equivalent

Person Specification essential Essential Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview) Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT Desirable Ability to participate in autopsy work (desirable not essential) essential Essential MBChB or equivalent FRCPath or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Wycombe Hospital

Alexandra road

High Wycombe

HP112TT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Wycombe Hospital

Alexandra road

High Wycombe

HP112TT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you passionate about supporting young people and their mental health?

We're looking for a caring, committed professionals to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Recovery team based in Long Eaton and/or at Dale Bank view in Swadlincote. Whether you're a Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist with experience in mental health, we'd love to welcome you into our team.

This post will predominantly be based within Erewash &/or South Derbyshire

In this rewarding role, you'll support children and young people up to age 18 who are experiencing a wide range of mental health needs, including trauma, anxiety, depression, neurodevelopmental conditions, and self-harm.

You'll be part of a compassionate, experienced team that works collaboratively to provide thoughtful and effective care. We offer a wide range of therapeutic approaches within CAMHS, including CBT, Family Therapy, and DBT, and we're committed to helping you grow professionally through regular supervision, development opportunities, and strong team support.

Main duties of the job

You will be supported to develop knowledge and skills in working systemically with children and families within our experienced, multi-disciplinary teams.

We welcome applications from mental health nurses currently working with adults who want to develop a career within CAMHS.

Through robust supervision and training opportunities, we will aim to develop your knowledge, skills and experience within a CYP IAPT Service.

The service is a locality-based model, which ensures strong team working and high levels of locality knowledge.

The team is supported by a Team Manager and senior clinicians within the service.

About us

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Job summary

This is a fixed-term maternity cover opportunity for an experienced safeguarding practitioner to join the Corporate Safeguarding Team. Whilst working within an integrated all-age safeguarding service, the post holder will predominantly support the children's safeguarding function, providing expert advice, support, supervision and training across acute and community services. The role contributes to the Trust's statutory safeguarding responsibilities and promotes positive outcomes for children, young people and their families. We are looking for an experienced practitioner who is currently working within a safeguarding setting, either in an all-age safeguarding role or one focused on children or adults at risk. Applicants with experience in either area are encouraged to apply; however, the successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain expertise in safeguarding children and child protection to support the primary focus of this role.

Main duties of the job

The adult and children's safeguarding teams are based at Stoke Mandeville Hospital but have responsibility for working with acute and community services provided, which will therefore require travel trustwide.

This post will work within the integrated safeguarding team in order to provide:

• expert advice and support for colleagues in relation to safeguarding adults and child protection concerns
• safeguarding adults and child protection training for all colleagues
• safeguarding adults and child protection supervision for colleagues
• support paediatric liaison activities to enhance continuity of care and integrated child health services.
• effective communication channels with the Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Adults and Children's boards
• robust internal policies and guidelines for safeguarding adults and child protection.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.o We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us?o We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.o As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.o Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and What do we stand for?o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.o Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.o Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job summary

Are you ready to develop your specialist nursing career and play a key role in shaping the future of urology cancer services?

We\'re looking for a Urology Cancer Nurse Specialist with a minimum of 2 years urology / cancer related experience to join our growing team as we redesign care pathways, strengthen nurse-led services and deliver innovative, patient-centred care closer to home.

In this role youll further develop your specialist skills, delivering nurse-led care as an autonomous practitioner while working as a valued member of a multidisciplinary team. You\'ll support patients and their families throughout their cancer journey, making a real difference at every stage.

Alongside a rewarding career, you\'ll enjoy an exceptional quality of life in Devon. From dramatic coastlines and rolling countryside to vibrant cities, market towns and picturesque villages.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of paediatric dietetic assistant at Colchester General Hospital.

We welcome applications from candidates with a passion for organisation, teamwork and supporting dietetic professionals in delivering dietetic interventions to babies, children and young people with a range of conditions. You will work on site, Monday to Friday at Colchester hospital to support the paediatric dietetic team in delivering services across a range of specialist areas including , allergy, gastroenterology, diabetes, learning disabilities, home enteral feeding, oncology, neonates and general paediatric dietetics.

The paediatric dietetic team works at a fast pace with a requirement for timely responses to queries which will be coordinated by you. It is essential that you can prioritise tasks and recognise appropriate distribution and escalation or issues to the clinical team.

For more information about the role, please contact Tracey Peate or Clare Hegarty on 01206 742668

Proposed Interview Date: 19th October 2026

Main duties of the job

To support the provision of a dietetic service to paediatric patients under the care of the paediatric dietetic team including phone calls and supporting remote group interventions.

To provide administrative support to the paediatric dietetic team including answering telephone, email and my chart queries, redirecting appointment queries, sending feed prescription requests and creating and sending letters under the direction of a dietitian.

To provide cover for the adult dietetic assistant during annual leave or other absence.

To assist in providing time effective responses to telephone queries and support for children receiving home enteral feeding (HEF) or specialist infant formula and escalating concerns to the relevant dietitian.

To ensure the patient databases are up to date.

To support the paediatric dietitians with the education of other staff and future AHPs to ensure good working practices within paediatric public health nutrition.

To provide support to the ward dietitian in completing the PYMS audit and other audits and providing feedback and clinical updates to the paediatric team.

About us

We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.

We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.

We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.

Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.

Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.

We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.

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Job summary

Are you a dedicated healthcare professional seeking a rewarding opportunity to continue delivering exceptional patient care. Your role as a Senior Clinical Practitioner with Nottingham CityCare Partnership will put you at the forefront of healthcare transformation. Utilising your expertise to provide top-notch care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and make a real difference to the lives of our patients.

The Nottingham CityCare Urgent Treatment Centre is a Clinician-led service that provides assessment and treatment to people with urgent but not life-threatening health problems.

This post will suit an enthusiastic, driven, motivated and flexible Registered Health Care Professional with demonstrable experience from working as an independent prescriber (V300) in an unplanned/urgent care environment. Applications are also encouraged from Emergency Care/Nurse Practitioners with V300 prescribing who are keen to gain additional experience with patients presenting with illnesses whilst working in an environment that also cares for patients presenting with minor injuries.

The Urgent Treatment Centre is a training environment where employed practitioners will support the development of all disciplines of health care professionals including student nurses, pharmacists, GP SpR, medical students and paramedics. The service is located at Seaton House which has recently undergone modernisation and has X ray facilities on site.

Informal visits to the UTC are most welcome.

Main duties of the job

What your typical day looks like

• Working within a compassionate and professional team of clinical experts.
• Creating a positive impact on patients lives, providing face to face assessment and care to patients presenting to the service with undifferentiated conditions.
• Providing secure, efficient, and patient-centred care.
• Guiding patients across primary, secondary, and tertiary care.
• Conducting clinical evaluations and offering support and guidance to fellow clinicians.
• Reflective Supervision led by supportive Clinical Leads.

To be a successful Senior Clinical Practitioner you'll need:

• Registered healthcare professional, e.g. Nurse, part 1 of current NMC register, Paramedic, Clinical Pharmacist, Physiotherapist
• Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber (V300)
• Recognised teaching/mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards
• Right to work in the UK*

Our Values of Kindness, Respect, Trust and Honesty, incorporate the following behaviours

• Inclusive Everyone is welcome and will be treated equitably- we value your contribution and will seek your views and ideas
• Accountabilitywe take responsibility for what we do as individuals and as a group
• Courageous we are ambitious embracing opportunities to grow through learning innovation and collaboration
• One Team We all have a part to play in achieving our common goal high quality effective patient care

About us

We are a provider of NHS Community Health Services, Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC exists to support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this. We are a values driven, people business with a passion for excellence. Our vision and social purpose is to build healthier communities and our values of integrity, expertise, unity and enterprise lie at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we work together with partners and each other to consistently deliver high quality compassionate care. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to make a difference in peoples lives.

CityCare value the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our primary objective during the recruitment process is to ensure we recruit the best candidate for the position and we strive to reflect the community we serve. Therefore, we encourage applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBT+ or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are currently under-represented within our organisation.

CityCare is an equal opportunities employer. We are positive about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a different format please contact Human Resources on 0115 8839418. CityCare is committed to the protection of vulnerable adults and children.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

B9826-PANG-6561

Job locations

NHS Urgent Treatment Centre

City Link

Nottingham

NG2 4LA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

The post holder will manage an Urgent Care Caseload in a clinician-led environment, dealing with a wide range of presenting undifferentiated conditions. The post holder will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians with acute and primary care first contact experience, Nurses, Paramedics, Health Care Support Workers, Emergency Care Practitioners and Radiographers to make up the team of the day working collectively in the assessment of undifferentiated urgent care patient presentations.

The post holder will,

• Provide clinical assessment and deliver treatments to service users who have undifferentiated health care requirements in order to support the services delivered by the primary care team and prevent unnecessary acute hospital attendances.
• Utilise advanced clinical skills and competencies in health assessment, medicines management, leadership and case management.
• Maximise patients health and reduce risks that contribute to ill health, thereby reducing unnecessary admissions to acute services.
• Lead the development of a specific clinical area e.g. Paediatrics, Sexual health, Safeguarding and be an autonomous practitioner who is open to the flexibility required for the role.
• Participate in training opportunities for self and others within the UTC.
• Support and deliver training to UTC staff, staff within CityCare and the wider healthcare community.
• Provide mentorship and support to UTC staff, staff within CityCare and the wider healthcare community.
• Provider mentorship, support and training to students (including medical, nursing and allied health professionals) Will take operational charge of a shift on a planned rota basis in the absence of the UTC Coordinator.
• To provide line management to Clinical practitioners and non-registered staff.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Comprehensively assess, review and evaluate the needs of service users with undifferentiated healthcare needs to improve their physical, psychological and mental health wellbeing to promote self-care and reduce the need for hospitalisation.
• Accurately prioritise patients within the service, undertaking clinical assessment and providing the necessary treatment including the use of Non-Medical Prescribing and/or Patient Group Directions in line with local/national policies, procedures and guidelines as appropriate.
• Carries out diagnostic tests only where clinically indicated in line with organisational, local and national guidelines and appropriate to the Urgent Treatment Centre setting.
• Develop plan of care in conjunction with the service user through: application of clinical knowledge and, analysis of symptoms and data, identification of risk factors associated with those conditions, recognition of early signs of acute illness, involving the patients and the carers in the care plan and ensuring it is understood, documenting safety netting plans and processes.
• To utilise effective communication to aid onward referrals to specialists as appropriate. Facilitating a coordinated primary healthcare response to service users needs.
• To work in an autonomous manner without direct supervision whilst recognising limitation of the practitioner role.
• To carry out enhanced clinical skills as required- this may include, suturing and fracture management.
• To keep accurate and immediate records of all interventions fully utilising software systems in place.
• To encourage clients to carry out self-care as appropriate through effective communication of health care using written information as appropriate.
• To advise client on the most appropriate use of Primary, Secondary and Emergency services
• To maintain patient confidentiality as per Urgent Treatment Centre and CityCares clinical guidelines.

Professional

• To work within the relevant Professional Conduct of conduct.
• To act in accordance with and promote the CityCare values at all times.
• To act as an ambassador for the Urgent Treatment Centre at all times.
• To be committed to working flexibly within a dynamic environment, responding positively to the changing needs of the service.
• To promote and facilitate evidence-based practice.
• To be committed to providing a high level of customer service and patient experience.
• Maintain professional awareness and attend appropriate training as necessary.
• To participate in the appraisal process and development of own Personal Development Plan to include clinical supervision (and revalidation where appropriate)
• To develop a culture within the Urgent Treatment Centre team of continuing professional development, supporting staff in meeting the requirements for Post registration Education and Training.
• To provide clinical support and mentorship to others to meet the requirements of their own personal/professional development plans. This may include, where appropriate, mentoring clinicians through work-based learning programmes.
• To support/facilitate the provision of Clinical Supervision in accordance with organisational policy.
• To liaise with other Agencies as appropriate to ensure comprehensive and collaborative care for service users.

Continuous Personal Development

• To maintain current professional registration and to ensure that all personal responsibilities in relation to this and to the revalidation process are met, including maintenance of a professional portfolio, evidence of practice hours, professional development planning and reflective writing.
• To meet the organisational requirements for mandatory training appropriate to the role.
• To recognise own professional limitations, practice accordingly, seeking advice and support as appropriate.
• To take an active role in the organisational appraisal process and develop an appropriate and relevant personal development plan and work based objectives.
• To have awareness of the relevant organisational and professional Safeguarding policies and guidance and to act in accordance with their direction, attending update training as required.

Management

• To participate and assist in evaluation, audit and research as required.
• To participate in the investigation of any complaints, incidents and accidents.
• To participate in the training and induction of new members of staff to the Urgent Treatment Centre team.
• To participate in the mentorship, support and training of individuals on recognised training programmes such as Student Nurses, Practice Nurses and other pre and post registration students (this may include those on work experience).

Job description Job responsibilities Job PurposeThe post holder will manage an Urgent Care Caseload in a clinician-led environment, dealing with a wide range of presenting undifferentiated conditions. The post holder will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians with acute and primary care first contact experience, Nurses, Paramedics, Health Care Support Workers, Emergency Care Practitioners and Radiographers to make up the team of the day working collectively in the assessment of undifferentiated urgent care patient presentations.The post holder will,Provide clinical assessment and deliver treatments to service users who have undifferentiated health care requirements in order to support the services delivered by the primary care team and prevent unnecessary acute hospital attendances.Utilise advanced clinical skills and competencies in health assessment, medicines management, leadership and case management.Maximise patients health and reduce risks that contribute to ill health, thereby reducing unnecessary admissions to acute services.Lead the development of a specific clinical area e.g. Paediatrics, Sexual health, Safeguarding and be an autonomous practitioner who is open to the flexibility required for the role.Participate in training opportunities for self and others within the UTC.Support and deliver training to UTC staff, staff within CityCare and the wider healthcare community.Provide mentorship and support to UTC staff, staff within CityCare and the wider healthcare community.Provider mentorship, support and training to students (including medical, nursing and allied health professionals) Will take operational charge of a shift on a planned rota basis in the absence of the UTC Coordinator.To provide line management to Clinical practitioners and non-registered staff.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesComprehensively assess, review and evaluate the needs of service users with undifferentiated healthcare needs to improve their physical, psychological and mental health wellbeing to promote self-care and reduce the need for hospitalisation.Accurately prioritise patients within the service, undertaking clinical assessment and providing the necessary treatment including the use of Non-Medical Prescribing and/or Patient Group Directions in line with local/national policies, procedures and guidelines as appropriate.Carries out diagnostic tests only where clinically indicated in line with organisational, local and national guidelines and appropriate to the Urgent Treatment Centre setting.Develop plan of care in conjunction with the service user through: application of clinical knowledge and, analysis of symptoms and data, identification of risk factors associated with those conditions, recognition of early signs of acute illness, involving the patients and the carers in the care plan and ensuring it is understood, documenting safety netting plans and processes.To utilise effective communication to aid onward referrals to specialists as appropriate. Facilitating a coordinated primary healthcare response to service users needs.To work in an autonomous manner without direct supervision whilst recognising limitation of the practitioner role.To carry out enhanced clinical skills as required- this may include, suturing and fracture management.To keep accurate and immediate records of all interventions fully utilising software systems in place.To encourage clients to carry out self-care as appropriate through effective communication of health care using written information as appropriate.To advise client on the most appropriate use of Primary, Secondary and Emergency servicesTo maintain patient confidentiality as per Urgent Treatment Centre and CityCares clinical guidelines.ProfessionalTo work within the relevant Professional Conduct of conduct.To act in accordance with and promote the CityCare values at all times.To act as an ambassador for the Urgent Treatment Centre at all times.To be committed to working flexibly within a dynamic environment, responding positively to the changing needs of the service.To promote and facilitate evidence-based practice.To be committed to providing a high level of customer service and patient experience.Maintain professional awareness and attend appropriate training as necessary.To participate in the appraisal process and development of own Personal Development Plan to include clinical supervision (and revalidation where appropriate)To develop a culture within the Urgent Treatment Centre team of continuing professional development, supporting staff in meeting the requirements for Post registration Education and Training.To provide clinical support and mentorship to others to meet the requirements of their own personal/professional development plans. This may include, where appropriate, mentoring clinicians through work-based learning programmes.To support/facilitate the provision of Clinical Supervision in accordance with organisational policy.To liaise with other Agencies as appropriate to ensure comprehensive and collaborative care for service users.Continuous Personal DevelopmentTo maintain current professional registration and to ensure that all personal responsibilities in relation to this and to the revalidation process are met, including maintenance of a professional portfolio, evidence of practice hours, professional development planning and reflective writing.To meet the organisational requirements for mandatory training appropriate to the role. To recognise own professional limitations, practice accordingly, seeking advice and support as appropriate.To take an active role in the organisational appraisal process and develop an appropriate and relevant personal development plan and work based objectives.To have awareness of the relevant organisational and professional Safeguarding policies and guidance and to act in accordance with their direction, attending update training as required.ManagementTo participate and assist in evaluation, audit and research as required.To participate in the investigation of any complaints, incidents and accidents.To participate in the training and induction of new members of staff to the Urgent Treatment Centre team.To participate in the mentorship, support and training of individuals on recognised training programmes such as Student Nurses, Practice Nurses and other pre and post registration students (this may include those on work experience).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered healthcare professional, e.g. Nurse, part 1 of current NMC register, Paramedic, ECP, Clinical Pharmacist, Physiotherapist.
• Minimum first level degree.
• Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber (V300).
• Recognised teaching/mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards.

Desirable

• Chronic Disease Management Qualifications.
• Management qualification or demonstrable relevant experience.
• Experience/Qualification as Emergency Care/Nurse Practitioner.

Experience

Essential

• Advanced practitioner with experience of first contact nursing, with patients presenting with undifferentiated illness and injury some of which should be in Primary care or Emergency Care.
• Knowledge and experience of multi agency working.
• Understanding of legislation relating to clinical practice, and relevant
• Standards and Codes.

Desirable

• Experience of policy development and implementation.
• Management experience and skills.

Special Requirements

Essential

• Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to
• meet the needs of the service.
• Ability to travel between CityCare locations and bases.
• Proof of vaccination & immunisation status in accordance to Department of Health guidelines.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Up to date knowledge of contemporary clinical issues in primary and urgent care.
• Understanding of the principles and practice of clinical governance
• Familiarity with accredited clinical systems for recording patient data
• e.g. SystmOne.
• IT skills, including use of MS Word and Excel.
• Able to use internet as an information resource, including searching
• databases.

Desirable

• Suturing.
• Fracture management skills.
• Requesting plain film X Rays.
• ECG recording.
• Advanced physical examination skills.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered healthcare professional, e.g. Nurse, part 1 of current NMC register, Paramedic, ECP, Clinical Pharmacist, Physiotherapist. Minimum first level degree. Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber (V300). Recognised teaching/mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards. Desirable Chronic Disease Management Qualifications. Management qualification or demonstrable relevant experience. Experience/Qualification as Emergency Care/Nurse Practitioner. Experience Essential Advanced practitioner with experience of first contact nursing, with patients presenting with undifferentiated illness and injury some of which should be in Primary care or Emergency Care. Knowledge and experience of multi agency working. Understanding of legislation relating to clinical practice, and relevant Standards and Codes. Desirable Experience of policy development and implementation. Management experience and skills. Special Requirements Essential Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service. Ability to travel between CityCare locations and bases. Proof of vaccination & immunisation status in accordance to Department of Health guidelines. Skills and Attributes Essential Up to date knowledge of contemporary clinical issues in primary and urgent care. Understanding of the principles and practice of clinical governance Familiarity with accredited clinical systems for recording patient data e.g. SystmOne. IT skills, including use of MS Word and Excel. Able to use internet as an information resource, including searching databases. Desirable Suturing. Fracture management skills. Requesting plain film X Rays. ECG recording. Advanced physical examination skills.

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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

Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC

Address

NHS Urgent Treatment Centre

City Link

Nottingham

NG2 4LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC

Address

NHS Urgent Treatment Centre

City Link

Nottingham

NG2 4LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

How would you like to provide high-quality care for our young people and future generations, supported by an exceptional team of health professionals all working towards one goal - "to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we serve"?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our School Nursing service during an exciting time of the development of The Lancaster Model.

If you are committed to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families, we would like to hear from you.

You will work under the lead of the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN), working within the public health framework (0-19), to meet the prioritised holistic needs of family's children & young people.

For this post you will need to be proactive and enthusiastic as you will be key to assessing the health needs of children and young people and implementing and evaluating programmes of intervention for a defined school health caseload.

Please note: Interviews will not be scheduled prior to the week of December 9th.

Main duties of the job

Assessing the health needs of school age children and young people.

Implementing and evaluating programmes of intervention for a defined school age caseload.

Work within the 0-19 framework ensuring a seamless service to the family.

To work collaboratively and in partnership with other agencies and partners, ensuring a seamless delivery of services.

To hold child protection responsibilities within a caseload with support/supervision from the named SCPHN in line with service delivery and local policies.

To support, mentor and supervise appropriate members of the team.

The Trust strongly believes in putting people first and putting our colleagues at the centre of everything we do. This would include an induction package as soon as you start, regular managerial, clinical and safeguarding supervision and an annual appraisal to identify development opportunities. Staff well-being is paramount to the organisation and there are several health initiatives to support this and for you to get involved in.

So come and join a great place to work!!

About us

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic HCA to join the dedicated and highly-skilled Team of Nursing and Medical Staff on Ward 3E Gynaecology.

Ward 3E is a 23 bedded Gynaecology Surgery Ward, accepting emergency referrals from our Emergency Department and GP Practices, as well as in-patients.

Our Gynaecology services provided include;

• Rapid Access - Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit
• Rapid Access Clinics for post-menopausal bleeding / hysteroscopy
• Colposcopy
• Cancer Surgery as part of the Cheshire & Merseyside Cancer Network
• Urology
• Minor Procedures - ODP
• Major & Day Case Surgery

An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this post.

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of the Nursing Team undertaking household support tasks and direct care tasks as delegated by the Nurse in Charge.

• To support the qualified Nursing Staff in the maintenance of high standards of nursing care to patients.

• To assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conductive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.

• To accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.

• To ensure where entries are made in nursing documentation, that these are correct, legible and comprehensive and countersigned by a registered nurse.

• To understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.

• To ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post-holder at any time.

About us

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

Our services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:

• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.

Job summary

Are you ready to develop your specialist nursing career and play a key role in shaping the future of urology services?

We\'re looking for a Senior Benign Urology Nurse Specialist with a minimum of 2 years urological experience to join our growing team as we redesign care pathways, strengthen nurse-led services and deliver innovative, patient-centred care closer to home.

In this role youll further develop your specialist skills, delivering nurse-led care as an autonomous practitioner while working as a valued member of a multidisciplinary team. You\'ll support patients and their families, making a real difference at every stage.

Alongside a rewarding career, you\'ll enjoy an exceptional quality of life in Devon. From dramatic coastlines and rolling countryside to vibrant cities, market towns and picturesque villages.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job summary

NHS Band 5 Salary: £32,073 - £39,043 per annum

Hours per Week: Full-Time 37.5 hrs

Contract Type: Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen to appoint a Full-time trainee clinical coder to join our already successful, dedicated, and hardworking working team. Candidates must have a methodical and detailed approach to their work and an enthusiasm to continue to learn.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a high level of ability to work to a high degree of accuracy with attention to detail. You must be self-motivated able to work well under pressure and be flexible in your approach and you must be able to work well as part of a team working to tight deadlines.

Main duties of the job

Job Statement:

• Proactively and positively contribute to the successful overall performance of the Trust.
• Deliver excellent levels of customer service to all patients/visitors and staff at the Trust.
• Develop effective ways of working and create strong partnerships and relationships with all stakeholders to support the implementation of the Governments policies on Health.
• Develop an organisational culture that fosters collaborative working among all staff groups, to ensure a focused commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes.
• Act as an advocate for the Trust & its contribution to the Health Service arena through creating effective partnerships and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comply with corporate governance structure in keeping with the principles and standards set out by the Trust.
• Support the Trust culture of collaborative, flexible cross-team working and commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes, which support the Governments policies on public health.

About us

Working as a partnership, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this.

The single corporate service is delivered across both organisations. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally.

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

Are you ready to develop your specialist nursing career and play a key role in shaping the future of urology services?

We\'re looking for a Senior Benign Urology Nurse Specialist with a minimum of 2 years experience as a Urology CNS to join our growing team as we redesign care pathways, strengthen nurse-led services and deliver innovative, patient-centred care closer to home.

In this role youll further develop your specialist skills, delivering nurse-led care as an autonomous practitioner while working as a valued member of a multidisciplinary team. You\'ll support patients and their families, making a real difference at every stage.

Alongside a rewarding career, you\'ll enjoy an exceptional quality of life in Devon. From dramatic coastlines and rolling countryside to vibrant cities, market towns and picturesque villages.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job summary

The appointee will be within the General Surgery Clinical Directorate (CDU), and join the team specialising in Emergency General Surgery. The CDU works in specialist teams (Emergency, Colorectal, Upper GI, Breast and Vascular) with a good deal of flexibility and excellent working relationships between teams.

You will be part of a team of 4 consultant surgeons who deliver the emergency surgical service during the day, Mon to Fri. All GI surgeons contribute to the out of hours and weekend cover on a frequency of 1 in 12. During the weekday mornings, there are 2 emergency surgeons leading the on call/take/emergency wards/emergency theatres and ambulatory clinic. During the day the wider emergency team currently comprises 2 Specialty Trainees, 1 Core Trainee, 1 Advanced Care Practitioner and 2-4 FY1's.

The successful candidate will be assigned a mentor. We are a very supportive and close-knit service with good relationships throughout. Whilst no formal arrangements exist for out of hours/weekend support, it is recognised that emergency surgery is a highly complex and sometimes very demanding field requiring expertise and guidance from other specialists. This is provided on an ad hoc basis by any and every consultant in the department who can be approached at any time to help in difficult situations as needed.

Main duties of the job

Emergency Surgery almost exclusively happens at the Stoke Mandeville Hospital Site and covered Mon-Thu daytime by 4+2 consultants on a surgical floor with 3 wards. The surgical floor is shared with other surgical specialties and encompasses a surgical assessment unit, consulting rooms, minor ops room and future enhanced care beds. Emergency theatre provision is via 1-2 emergency theatres daily available to General Surgery. The service utilises an ambulatory emergency surgical service where possible with a daily emergency clinic and day case emergency surgery where possible.

Duties include the care of elective patients at both Wycombe Hospital and Stoke Mandeville Hospital. Wycombe Hospital hosts the Wycombe Elective Surgical Centre (WESC) is a regional elective surgical hub catering for the majority of elective surgery including paediatric and complex major surgery. There is some elective day-case surgery undertaken at Stoke Mandeville Hospital. Elective sessions include clinics, day case and inpatient elective surgery.

The trust is part of the Oxford deanery and is a teaching hospital for residents at all levels of the training programme. All consultants are expected to be clinical and education supervisors to our resident doctors.

About us

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

434-MSCC8078086-A

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Buckinghamshire

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To have responsibility for and lead the delivery of emergency general surgery
• To maintain a sub-specialty elective practice
• To maintain the highest clinical standards in general surgery.
• To work well with colleagues, junior staff and all health professionals
• Teaching and training of junior staff.
• Teaching of undergraduate
• To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit
• To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).

Job description Job responsibilities To have responsibility for and lead the delivery of emergency general surgery To maintain a sub-specialty elective practice To maintain the highest clinical standards in general surgery. To work well with colleagues, junior staff and all health professionals Teaching and training of junior staff. Teaching of undergraduate To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).

Person Specification

Other Requirements

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• Ability to travel to and between sites

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal skills to undertake effectively the role of consultant
• Good personal and interpersonal skills - Effective teamwork
• Good spoken and written English
• Communication skills should be highly developed.
• Experience of teaching doctors-in-training and undergraduates
• Experience of clinical audit
• Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and the Government's agenda for its modernisation
• Management training and experience
• Research Experience
• Undergraduate Teaching experience

Experience

Essential

• General training in General Surgery to specialist level or equivalent.
• Experience and training in the surgical management of common, emergency non-specialised conditions in children. Specialised in Emergency General Surgery
• Extensive years WTE minimum - Specialised in Emergency General Surgery
• Ability to make decisions at consultant level - Specialised in Emergency General Surgery

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via oCCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview oCESR or oEuropean Community Rights
• An appropriate higher surgical qualification in General Surgery

Trust 'CARE' Values

Essential

• Collaborate - Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
• Aspire - Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow.
• Respect - Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued
• Enable - Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative

Person Specification Other Requirements Essential Full GMC Registration Ability to travel to and between sites Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Essential Excellent leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal skills to undertake effectively the role of consultant Good personal and interpersonal skills - Effective teamwork Good spoken and written English Communication skills should be highly developed. Experience of teaching doctors-in-training and undergraduates Experience of clinical audit Knowledge of the organisation of the NHS and the Government's agenda for its modernisation Management training and experience Research Experience Undergraduate Teaching experience Experience Essential General training in General Surgery to specialist level or equivalent. Experience and training in the surgical management of common, emergency non-specialised conditions in children. Specialised in Emergency General Surgery Extensive years WTE minimum - Specialised in Emergency General Surgery Ability to make decisions at consultant level - Specialised in Emergency General Surgery Education, Qualifications & Training Essential Full GMC Registration Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via oCCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview oCESR or oEuropean Community Rights An appropriate higher surgical qualification in General Surgery Trust 'CARE' Values Essential Collaborate - Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships Aspire - Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow. Respect - Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued Enable - Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Buckinghamshire

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Buckinghamshire

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

A structured post-foundation workplace-based training programme in a hospital setting, fully integrated with a post-graduate pharmacy practice qualification.

Successful candidates will be qualified pharmacists already registered with the GPhC. We are looking for pharmacists capable of adapting quickly to the demands of our rotational clinical commitments, 7-day working, residency on-call service and other operational duties including patient services and aseptics.

STEP pharmacists are currently enrolled onto the UCL JPB PG Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice and can rotate to other acute trusts in South East London including Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. The programme has been successfully running for over twenty years.

Main duties of the job

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£47,951 to £56,863 a year per annum, including high cost allowance

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-Division-A-8282820

Job locations

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Dispensary services (where applicable)

• To follow procedures relating to good dispensing practice, and to maintain high standards and orderly methods of working.
• To be the Responsible Pharmacist.
• To comply with the formulary and dispensary policies.
• To dispense and check outpatients and inpatients scripts, including clinical trials and chemotherapy.
• To effectively clinically screen prescriptions and professionally resolve any problems or refer when appropriate.
• To effectively and efficiently counsel patients on the needs relating to their medicines.
• To deal with requests from members of staff and patients in a professional manner.
• To be aware of the overall dispensary workload, and by liaising with dispensary leads, to prioritise and effectively manage the workflow.
• To participate in dispensary audits and contribute to quality service assurance initiatives.
• To update dispensary protocols and standard operating procedures as required.

• Technical services (where applicable)

• To assist in the provision of a comprehensive preparative service to the Trust and external customers. This can include aseptic dispensing and manufacturing, TPN, CIVAS, clinical trial preparation, non-sterile and sterile manufacturing and QC / QA activities, according to the service at the base hospital. The post holder may work in the following areas on a rotational basis depending on base hospital working arrangements and rotas: aseptic services; the oncology suites or satellites; general manufacturing services (sterile and non-sterile production); quality assurance and control departments.
• To ensure that activities undertaken within the units meet current legislation such as GMP/GDP, GCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, and that all work is documented according to these procedures.
• To undertake when required preparation of all products following adequate training.
• To be aware of and follow standard operating procedures at all times.
• To be aware of and follow all quality assurance procedures and make the section manager aware of any deficiencies.
• To undertake, where relevant, clinical screening of prescriptions and to provide pharmaceutical advice on the use of medicines prepared during the rotation.
• To undertake the final check of dispensed and batch prepared products after appropriate training.

• Ward based pharmacy services

• To participate in the medicines management programme / clinical pharmacy services involving any of the following: ensuring accurate drug histories are taken and documented, patients own drug are reconciled, dispensing for discharge is facilitated, dispensing of medicines on the ward for patients to take home and communicate effectively with patients to improve adherence.
• To identify patients with complex pharmaceutical problems, propose solutions and refer these to more senior staff.
• To identify drug interactions, prioritise and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines.
• To monitor patients responses to drug treatments for efficacy and toxicity, prioritise these and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines.
• To identify errors on clerking including medication histories and allergies documentation, TTOs or on prescriptions initiated during the patients admission. Appropriately prioritise these and take best course of action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure patient safety.
• To identify deviations from guidelines, prioritise these and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff).
• To complete all documentation according to Trust and departmental policies.
• To work effectively as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary and pharmacy environment, and maintain rapport with medical and other colleagues.
• To undertake clinical audit and drug use evaluations in the clinical areas assigned.
• To undertake peer review and workplace-based assessments to evaluate communication and decision-making skills, obtain feedback and amend practice where necessary.

• Out of hours pharmacy services

• To participate in the residency on-call pharmacists rota.
• To provide an out of hours pharmacy service to the base hospital(s), in accordance with local out of hours guidelines and policies.
• To participate in the 7-day service weekend and Bank holiday rotas of the base hospital.
• To undertake dispensing duties as required and to the appropriate standard.
• To answer medicines information and other queries as required. (This may include technical services if provided out of hours at the base site).
• To work within the limitations of one's own competence, referring more complex queries to appropriate pharmacists as required.
• To complete all documentation in line with department policy.

• Placements

• Each rotation will have specific criteria which will be available to the post holder when selecting the rotation.
• The post holder should consider these as part of their job description during the period of the placement.

Job description Job responsibilities Dispensary services (where applicable) To follow procedures relating to good dispensing practice, and to maintain high standards and orderly methods of working. To be the Responsible Pharmacist. To comply with the formulary and dispensary policies. To dispense and check outpatients and inpatients scripts, including clinical trials and chemotherapy. To effectively clinically screen prescriptions and professionally resolve any problems or refer when appropriate. To effectively and efficiently counsel patients on the needs relating to their medicines. To deal with requests from members of staff and patients in a professional manner. To be aware of the overall dispensary workload, and by liaising with dispensary leads, to prioritise and effectively manage the workflow. To participate in dispensary audits and contribute to quality service assurance initiatives. To update dispensary protocols and standard operating procedures as required. Technical services (where applicable) To assist in the provision of a comprehensive preparative service to the Trust and external customers. This can include aseptic dispensing and manufacturing, TPN, CIVAS, clinical trial preparation, non-sterile and sterile manufacturing and QC / QA activities, according to the service at the base hospital. The post holder may work in the following areas on a rotational basis depending on base hospital working arrangements and rotas: aseptic services; the oncology suites or satellites; general manufacturing services (sterile and non-sterile production); quality assurance and control departments. To ensure that activities undertaken within the units meet current legislation such as GMP/GDP, GCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, and that all work is documented according to these procedures. To undertake when required preparation of all products following adequate training. To be aware of and follow standard operating procedures at all times. To be aware of and follow all quality assurance procedures and make the section manager aware of any deficiencies. To undertake, where relevant, clinical screening of prescriptions and to provide pharmaceutical advice on the use of medicines prepared during the rotation. To undertake the final check of dispensed and batch prepared products after appropriate training. Ward based pharmacy services To participate in the medicines management programme / clinical pharmacy services involving any of the following: ensuring accurate drug histories are taken and documented, patients own drug are reconciled, dispensing for discharge is facilitated, dispensing of medicines on the ward for patients to take home and communicate effectively with patients to improve adherence. To identify patients with complex pharmaceutical problems, propose solutions and refer these to more senior staff. To identify drug interactions, prioritise and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines. To monitor patients responses to drug treatments for efficacy and toxicity, prioritise these and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines. To identify errors on clerking including medication histories and allergies documentation, TTOs or on prescriptions initiated during the patients admission. Appropriately prioritise these and take best course of action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure patient safety. To identify deviations from guidelines, prioritise these and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff). To complete all documentation according to Trust and departmental policies. To work effectively as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary and pharmacy environment, and maintain rapport with medical and other colleagues. To undertake clinical audit and drug use evaluations in the clinical areas assigned. To undertake peer review and workplace-based assessments to evaluate communication and decision-making skills, obtain feedback and amend practice where necessary. Out of hours pharmacy services To participate in the residency on-call pharmacists rota. To provide an out of hours pharmacy service to the base hospital(s), in accordance with local out of hours guidelines and policies. To participate in the 7-day service weekend and Bank holiday rotas of the base hospital. To undertake dispensing duties as required and to the appropriate standard. To answer medicines information and other queries as required. (This may include technical services if provided out of hours at the base site). To work within the limitations of one's own competence, referring more complex queries to appropriate pharmacists as required. To complete all documentation in line with department policy. Placements Each rotation will have specific criteria which will be available to the post holder when selecting the rotation. The post holder should consider these as part of their job description during the period of the placement.

Person Specification

Qualifcation

Essential

• Masters degree MPharm (or equivalent to allow GPhC registration)
• Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) by August 2026
• Willingness to be or already enrolled on the UCL Postgraduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Successful completion of a Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent and comparable experience)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a dispensary / patient services environment
• Experience in providing clinical pharmacy services
• Experience of mentoring and supervising students, Trainee Pharmacists and / or Pharmacy Technicians
• Experience working within Medicines Information or Technical Services
• Contributes to the involvement of pharmacy services e.g audit, QI or service improvement

Desirable

• Experience in hospital pharmacy practice
• Experience of working in a ward-based clinical environment

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable skills and ability to safely clinically screen a prescription request for the supply of a medicine
• Able to work independently, when required
• Able to manage their own workload effectively and escalate for support, when required
• Able to work under pressure

Desirable

• Experience of working with Electronic Patient Records and digital prescribing systems

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Appreciate the importance of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Able to support the department's out of hours services
• Recognises limitations
• Committed to continuous professional development

Person Specification Qualifcation Essential Masters degree MPharm (or equivalent to allow GPhC registration) Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) by August 2026 Willingness to be or already enrolled on the UCL Postgraduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent) Desirable Successful completion of a Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent and comparable experience) Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working in a dispensary / patient services environment Experience in providing clinical pharmacy services Experience of mentoring and supervising students, Trainee Pharmacists and / or Pharmacy Technicians Experience working within Medicines Information or Technical Services Contributes to the involvement of pharmacy services e.g audit, QI or service improvement Desirable Experience in hospital pharmacy practice Experience of working in a ward-based clinical environment Skills and Abilities Essential Demonstrable skills and ability to safely clinically screen a prescription request for the supply of a medicine Able to work independently, when required Able to manage their own workload effectively and escalate for support, when required Able to work under pressure Desirable Experience of working with Electronic Patient Records and digital prescribing systems Personal Qualities Essential Appreciate the importance of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Able to support the department's out of hours services Recognises limitations Committed to continuous professional development

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Clinical Research Fellow in Functional Neurosurgery (Deep Brain Stimulation)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior research fellow at ST8/ post-CCT level to join the Department of Neurosurgery at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, for a period of 1 year in the first instance (renewable for a further years pending performance). This is to replace the current fellow at the end of contract.

The Department of Neurosurgery at KCH is part of one of the largest Regional Neuroscience Units in the UK and the appointee to this post will work closely with Prof Ashkan, the academic lead, and his team on a range of commercial and non commercial research projects and studies. The main focus of the research will be Deep Brain Stimulation although the fellow may at times be required to help with other neuroscience research.

For the purposes of this job description this clinical research fellowship is intended to allow an experienced neurosurgical trainee to obtain experience, both academically and clinically, over a two-three year period (pending performance in the first year) in functional neurosurgery (Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)). This post will provide experience sufficient to allow a successful fellow to offer himself/herself for appointment to a consultant position, with an academic interest, involving a substantial commitment to DBS. To achieve this the trainee will be given experience in the following broad areas:

Main duties of the job

1) The opportunity to conduct research into functional neurosurgery and publish research papers in peer reviewed journals. The research activities will include recruitment into clinical and basic science studies, investigations of anatomy and physiology of DBS targets, optimization of surgical workflow, optimization of DBS therapy, increased awareness and acceptability of the therapy amongst referrers.

2) The fellow will be expected to attend two national/ international meetings each year and present abstracts, critical to enhance to international reputation if the department.

3) The assessment, investigation and treatment of patients undergoing functional neurosurgery in particular those with movement disorders and intractable pain, and experience of the operative techniques involved in treating these patients.

The participation in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of functional neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neurologists, psychologists, psychiatrists and specialist nurses.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.

Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job summary

As an ACA, youll provide non-emergency patient transport, helping people attend hospital appointments, access treatment, or return home safely. Youll ensure every journey is dignified, comfortable, and delivered with genuine care.

What you'll need:

• Full UK driving licence (less than 6 points and over 21 for insurancepurposes)
• A caring, professional attitude with great interpersonal skills
• All training is provided for this role, however, relevant experience is desirable

Main duties of the job

As an ACA, youll provide non-emergency patient transport, helping people attend hospital appointments, access treatment, or return home safely. Youll ensure every journey is dignified, comfortable, and delivered with genuine care.

What you'll need

• Full UK driving licence (less than 6 points and over 21 for insurancepurposes)
• A caring, professional attitude with great interpersonal skills
• All training is provided for this role, however, relevant experience is desirable

About us

Who We Are

Nerams Ltd is a trusted provider of health and social care transport services acrossthe UK. We support patients and communities through a range of specialist non-emergency and emergency transport operations. From frontline ambulance care topatient transport, our teams play a vital role in keeping people safe, comfortable, anddignified during their care journeys.

Everything we do is guided by our vision Aspiring to be better today and evenbetter tomorrow in everything we do and our five core values:

• CareWe put compassion at the heart of our service.
• TeamworkWe support each other to achieve shared success.
• QualityWe go above and beyond to maintain high standards.
• RespectWe treat every individual with dignity and understanding.
• HonestyWe are open, transparent, and accountable.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,784.50 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0514-26-0003

Job locations

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Nerams

Unit 5

194 Commerce Park, Stephenson Road

WASHINGTON

Tyne And Wear

NE37 3HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Purpose of the Job

• Safely care for and transport non-emergency PTS patients and support event medical resilience.
• Ensure timely transportation to hospitals, treatment centres, day units and other care settings.
• Maintain patient safety by assessing risks and following safe working practices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake PTS duties including wheelchair clamping, patient assessment, manual handling, oxygen therapy, BLS/AED, airway and circulatory management, and medical/trauma emergencies within competence.
• Comply with patient care, safety protocols, policies and procedures.
• Complete practical assessments, skills development and mandatory training as required.
• Work as part of a double crew or independently where required.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, safe and serviceable condition; complete daily checks and report defects.
• Provide a patient-focused, professional and supportive service, maintaining dignity, comfort and confidence.
• Safely transport patients and escorts between homes, hospitals, treatment centres and care facilities.
• Drive vehicles in accordance with road traffic law and conditions, prioritising the safety of passengers and other road users.
• Maintain a smooth and comfortable journey appropriate to the patient's condition.
• Maintain communication with local control using approved systems.
• Complete patient journey records and statistical information accurately and on time.
• Use technology effectively to meet contractual KPIs and performance targets.
• Provide appropriate assistance at incidents encountered during journeys and support colleagues where required.
• Secure patients' homes when unattended and safeguard valuables and personal belongings.
• Maintain, secure and restock Nerams equipment.
• Maintain a smart, professional appearance and comply with the business code of conduct.
• Report accidents, incidents and near misses promptly and accurately.
• Assess risks and, where appropriate, patient condition to ensure booked transport remains suitable.
• Provide professional and compassionate care while respecting patient dignity, cultural and religious beliefs.
• Maintain duty of care to patients, carers, relatives and escorts.
• Communicate relevant patient information to hospitals, healthcare, social care and other appropriate staff.
• Maintain flexibility to work weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Maintain competence in manual and mechanical handling equipment, including tail lifts, child/baby seats and wheelchair systems.
• Maintain geographical knowledge of the service area, including hospitals and treatment centres.

Confidentiality

• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidance.
• Maintain awareness of Freedom of Information requirements.

Health & Safety and Risk Management

• Follow health and safety policies, safe working procedures and incident reporting processes.
• Report accidents, incidents, risks and near misses promptly.
• Use risk assessments to identify and control hazards.
• Attend mandatory and role-specific training.
• Comply with relevant health and safety legislation.
• Protect the health and safety of patients, colleagues, visitors and others.

Safeguarding

• Safeguard children and vulnerable adults encountered during duties.
• Follow relevant safeguarding guidance, policies and procedures.

Policies, Quality and IPC

• Comply with Nerams policies, procedures, protocols and current legislation.
• Ensure work meets required quality and performance standards.
• Follow Infection Prevention and Control guidance and relevant hand hygiene and PPE policies.
• Complete mandatory IPC training and follow measures to reduce healthcare-associated infections.

Working Relationships

• Maintain professional and respectful relationships with patients, carers, colleagues, members of the public and healthcare professionals.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, hospital teams and operational/control staff.

Governance and Security

• Support safe and responsible services for staff, patients and the communities served.
• Comply with health, safety and information governance requirements.
• Report incidents through the Nerams reporting system.
• Maintain appropriate security within the work area.

Training and Development

• Be multi-skilled and support call centre operations when required.
• Participate in mentoring new staff where required.
• Identify development needs through appraisal and maintain CPD.
• Complete all mandatory training.

Equality and Diversity

• Treat staff, patients and visitors fairly and respectfully.
• Comply with equality policies and meet individual patient needs.

Special Conditions

• Duties may change according to service requirements.
• Enhanced DBS clearance is required.

Person SpecificationEssential Knowledge & Experience

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills gained through dealing with customers or the public.
• Stable education/employment record.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to safely undertake manual handling of patients and equipment.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations professionally, assertively and tactfully.
• Basic IT skills, including Word and email.
• Ability to successfully complete PTS Ambulance Person training and clinical/driver assessment.
• Willingness to undertake required training.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Self-disciplined and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• High standards of personal hygiene and professional presentation.
• Flexible to work rota hours, additional hours, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Able to pass the required occupational health assessment.
• Satisfactory DBS clearance.
• Full driving licence including at least a provisional C1 licence; maximum 3 penalty points for new entrants or 6 for existing employees.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Level 1 qualification such as NVQ1, BTEC Introductory Diploma or equivalent knowledge.
• Two GCSEs or equivalent at grade C or above, including Maths and English.
• Evidence of CPD and development of new skills/knowledge within the previous two years.

Desirable

• Knowledge of ambulance operational procedures.
• Knowledge of health and safety.
• Background in healthcare or customer service.
• At least 12 months' direct healthcare experience supported by theoretical and practical on-the-job training.

Job description Job responsibilities Main Purpose of the JobSafely care for and transport non-emergency PTS patients and support event medical resilience.Ensure timely transportation to hospitals, treatment centres, day units and other care settings.Maintain patient safety by assessing risks and following safe working practices.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesUndertake PTS duties including wheelchair clamping, patient assessment, manual handling, oxygen therapy, BLS/AED, airway and circulatory management, and medical/trauma emergencies within competence.Comply with patient care, safety protocols, policies and procedures.Complete practical assessments, skills development and mandatory training as required.Work as part of a double crew or independently where required.Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, safe and serviceable condition; complete daily checks and report defects.Provide a patient-focused, professional and supportive service, maintaining dignity, comfort and confidence.Safely transport patients and escorts between homes, hospitals, treatment centres and care facilities.Drive vehicles in accordance with road traffic law and conditions, prioritising the safety of passengers and other road users.Maintain a smooth and comfortable journey appropriate to the patient's condition.Maintain communication with local control using approved systems.Complete patient journey records and statistical information accurately and on time.Use technology effectively to meet contractual KPIs and performance targets.Provide appropriate assistance at incidents encountered during journeys and support colleagues where required.Secure patients' homes when unattended and safeguard valuables and personal belongings.Maintain, secure and restock Nerams equipment.Maintain a smart, professional appearance and comply with the business code of conduct.Report accidents, incidents and near misses promptly and accurately.Assess risks and, where appropriate, patient condition to ensure booked transport remains suitable.Provide professional and compassionate care while respecting patient dignity, cultural and religious beliefs.Maintain duty of care to patients, carers, relatives and escorts.Communicate relevant patient information to hospitals, healthcare, social care and other appropriate staff.Maintain flexibility to work weekends and Bank Holidays.Maintain competence in manual and mechanical handling equipment, including tail lifts, child/baby seats and wheelchair systems.Maintain geographical knowledge of the service area, including hospitals and treatment centres.ConfidentialityMaintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidance.Maintain awareness of Freedom of Information requirements.Health & Safety and Risk ManagementFollow health and safety policies, safe working procedures and incident reporting processes.Report accidents, incidents, risks and near misses promptly.Use risk assessments to identify and control hazards.Attend mandatory and role-specific training.Comply with relevant health and safety legislation.Protect the health and safety of patients, colleagues, visitors and others.SafeguardingSafeguard children and vulnerable adults encountered during duties.Follow relevant safeguarding guidance, policies and procedures.Policies, Quality and IPCComply with Nerams policies, procedures, protocols and current legislation.Ensure work meets required quality and performance standards.Follow Infection Prevention and Control guidance and relevant hand hygiene and PPE policies.Complete mandatory IPC training and follow measures to reduce healthcare-associated infections.Working RelationshipsMaintain professional and respectful relationships with patients, carers, colleagues, members of the public and healthcare professionals.Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, hospital teams and operational/control staff.Governance and SecuritySupport safe and responsible services for staff, patients and the communities served.Comply with health, safety and information governance requirements.Report incidents through the Nerams reporting system.Maintain appropriate security within the work area.Training and DevelopmentBe multi-skilled and support call centre operations when required.Participate in mentoring new staff where required.Identify development needs through appraisal and maintain CPD.Complete all mandatory training.Equality and DiversityTreat staff, patients and visitors fairly and respectfully.Comply with equality policies and meet individual patient needs.Special ConditionsDuties may change according to service requirements.Enhanced DBS clearance is required.Person SpecificationEssential Knowledge & ExperienceEffective communication and interpersonal skills gained through dealing with customers or the public.Stable education/employment record.Essential Skills and AbilitiesGood communication, literacy and numeracy skills.Ability to safely undertake manual handling of patients and equipment.Ability to manage sensitive situations professionally, assertively and tactfully.Basic IT skills, including Word and email.Ability to successfully complete PTS Ambulance Person training and clinical/driver assessment.Willingness to undertake required training.Essential Personal AttributesSelf-disciplined and able to work independently and as part of a team.High standards of personal hygiene and professional presentation.Flexible to work rota hours, additional hours, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays.Able to pass the required occupational health assessment.Satisfactory DBS clearance.Full driving licence including at least a provisional C1 licence; maximum 3 penalty points for new entrants or 6 for existing employees.Essential Qualifications and ExperienceLevel 1 qualification such as NVQ1, BTEC Introductory Diploma or equivalent knowledge.Two GCSEs or equivalent at grade C or above, including Maths and English.Evidence of CPD and development of new skills/knowledge within the previous two years.DesirableKnowledge of ambulance operational procedures.Knowledge of health and safety.Background in healthcare or customer service.At least 12 months' direct healthcare experience supported by theoretical and practical on-the-job training.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Experience dealing with customers or members of the public.
• Experience demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to undertake manual handling, including handling patients and equipment.
• Experience handling sensitive situations professionally and tactfully.
• Experience or ability to complete the required PTS Ambulance Person clinical and driver training.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• L3 EFAW
• UK Driving Licence
• Enhanced DBS on the update service

Person Specification Experience Desirable Experience dealing with customers or members of the public. Experience demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to undertake manual handling, including handling patients and equipment. Experience handling sensitive situations professionally and tactfully. Experience or ability to complete the required PTS Ambulance Person clinical and driver training. Qualifications Essential GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths Desirable L3 EFAW UK Driving Licence Enhanced DBS on the update service

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

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://nerams.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://nerams.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and detail-driven practitioner to join our Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Team as a Clinical Specialist Practitioner for Surgical Site Infection (SSI) Surveillance.

Working under the direction of the SSI Surveillance Practitioner and Matron for IPC, you will play a key role in monitoring, detecting, investigating and reporting surgical site infections and other healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) across the Trust. Using standardised UKHSA surveillance methodology, you will help identify infection trends, support outbreak investigations and drive infection prevention initiatives across surgical and perioperative services.

This role suits someone with a background in surgery, theatres or infection prevention and control who has strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to work autonomously across a busy acute Trust

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and detail-driven practitioner to join our Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Team as a Clinical Specialist Practitioner for Surgical Site Infection (SSI) Surveillance.

Working under the direction of the SSI Surveillance Practitioner and Matron for IPC, you will play a key role in monitoring, detecting, investigating and reporting surgical site infections and other healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) across the Trust. Using standardised UKHSA surveillance methodology, you will help identify infection trends, support outbreak investigations and drive infection prevention initiatives across surgical and perioperative services.

This role suits someone with a background in surgery, theatres or infection prevention and control who has strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to work autonomously across a busy acute Trust

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.o We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us?o We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.o As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.o Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and What do we stand for?o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.o Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.o Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job summary

Oxford University Hospital NHS Trust is investing in its Clinical Coding Department and is looking to recruit an experienced Clinical Coder to join our well-established team.

To apply you must have at least 2 years' experience in coding using ICD 10 & OPCS classifications as well as having an excellent knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

The Clinical Coding department has its own Working from Home Local Agreement which gives the candidate the opportunity to work remotely, this is available upon request dependent on certain Trust and Department criteria.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Coding Team is responsible for the extraction and translation of inpatient information using the ICD-10 and OPCS-4 Coding Classifications. This information is essential for the effective management of the Trust and crucial to the National Tariff Payment System that underpins Trust income. Coded data is also important for clinical audit, governance and research.

As part of the role, you will be expected to interact with clinicians, operational staff and have responsibility for your own work load whilst maintaining accurate clinical coding quality.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has become available to join Ward 5C as a Staff Nurse.

The post-holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs, and the development of programmes of care and/or the implementation and evaluation of programmes. The post-holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and may require to demonstrate procedures and supervise; qualified and/or unqualified staff.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the role are as follows:

• Assess, plan develop and implement programmes of care to patients, providing advice in a variety of settings.
• Carry out nursing procedures in line with current NMC standards of proficiency.
• Ensure the health, wellbeing and independence of patients and service users across healthcare settings, maintaining associated records, ensuring all patients receive safe and effective care at all times.
• Supervision of junior staff and all leavers.
• Understand and demonstrate the Trust values at all times.

About us

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

Our services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:

• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.

Job summary

Our Dermatology Outpatient Department are seeking to recruit a Senior Healthcare Assistant.

The successful candidates will be enthusiastic and dedicated and will work well in a busy team.

They will participate in delivering safe, excellent patient care, displaying a caring and compassionate nature and will be motivated to learn and develop within this speciality.

Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential as they will be required to work with our multi-disciplinary team to support the in the smooth running of clinics and minor procedures on a day-to-day basis

In return we will invest in their development, offering the opportunity to learn about this highly specialised area of care, assisting in our Minor Operations theatre and in daily clinics. Development is encouraged and this is a friendly and welcoming team, who will help to make the transition to this new post a smooth one.

Training will be offered for all aspects of the post.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

• Assisting the Clinicians and Specialist Nurses in the running of Dermatology clinics
• Assisting in the safe delivery of care in the Minor Operations Theatre within the department. Full training will be given for this aspect of the role.
• To actively promote quality improvement within the department.
• To assist in ensuring adequate stock levels in the department.
• Ensuring high levels of patient care and safety in the Dermatology Department
• Assisting in the completion and safe handling of documentation and patient identifiable information.
• To ensure privacy and dignity of patients is maintained by acting as a chaperone for Clinical and Nursing staff when examining patients.

About us

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

Our services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:

• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and strategic clinical leader to join us as a Senior Clinical Pharmacist. This is a temporary senior leadership role with the potential to become permanent. You will be responsible for shaping our medicines optimisation strategy, strengthening clinical governance, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across our practice.

Working closely with the Partners and senior leadership team, you will lead our pharmacy and medicines management team, drive continuous improvement, and support the delivery of outstanding patient care.

Main duties of the job

The Senior Pharmacist will provide executive leadership for medicines optimisation, prescribing governance and clinical governance across the organisation. The role includes leading medicines-related audits and quality improvement programmes, overseeing patient safety and risk management systems, ensuring compliance with CQC and NHS regulatory requirements, and supporting the delivery of QOF and enhanced services.

The postholder will also lead and develop the pharmacy team, provide strategic assurance to the leadership team, and represent WellBN at PCN, ICB and wider NHS meetings.

About us

WellBN is a progressive multi-site GP practice providing primary care across Brighton & Hove. We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare through clinical excellence, innovation and collaborative working.

Our teams work across multiple sites to provide accessible services for our diverse local communities. We value continuous improvement, strong governance and a supportive working environment where staff are encouraged to develop and contribute to the future of primary care.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£65,000 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A3216-26-0016

Job locations

18-19 Western Road

Hove

BN3 1AE

United Kingdom

Benfield Valley Healthcare Hub

Old Shoreham Road

Portslade

BRIGHTON

BN41 1XR

United Kingdom

Doctors Surgery

14 Burwash Road

HOVE

East Sussex

BN3 8GQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Senior Clinical Phamacist is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for medicines optimisation, prescribing governance, clinical governance and regulatory compliance across WellBN's multi-site practice.

Working closely with the Partners and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead the pharmacy and medicines management team, oversee patient safety and risk management systems, and ensure compliance with CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Medicines Optimisation and Prescribing Governance

• Lead the medicines optimisation strategy across all practice sites.
• Oversee prescribing quality, safety and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement systems to support evidence-based prescribing.
• Lead medicines-related audits and improvement programmes.
• Monitor prescribing performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Clinical Governance and Patient Safety

• Provide strategic leadership for clinical governance across the practice.
• Oversee patient safety, risk management and incident reporting processes.
• Promote a culture of learning, openness and continuous improvement.
• Support the investigation of significant events and implementation of learning.

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Lead medicines-related CQC readiness and ongoing compliance activity.
• Ensure governance policies and procedures remain current and compliant.
• Coordinate quality assurance programmes across all sites.
• Provide governance and assurance reports to Partners and senior leaders.

Quality Improvement and Audit

• Develop and deliver the annual medicines audit and quality improvement programme.
• Monitor quality indicators and service performance data.
• Use data to drive improvements in safety, quality and efficiency.
• Support innovation and service redesign.

Leadership and Management

• Lead, support and develop the pharmacy and medicines management team.
• Provide professional leadership, coaching and mentorship.
• Promote staff engagement, wellbeing and development.

Strategic and External Leadership

• Support delivery of QOF and enhanced service requirements.
• Contribute to organisational strategy and business planning.
• Represent WellBN at PCN, ICB and wider NHS meetings.
• Build effective relationships with commissioners, regulators and partner organisations.
• Identify Opportunities for efficiency and service improvement.
• Support achievement of contractual and organisational objectives.

Job description Job responsibilities The Senior Clinical Phamacist is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for medicines optimisation, prescribing governance, clinical governance and regulatory compliance across WellBN's multi-site practice.Working closely with the Partners and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead the pharmacy and medicines management team, oversee patient safety and risk management systems, and ensure compliance with CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesMedicines Optimisation and Prescribing GovernanceLead the medicines optimisation strategy across all practice sites.Oversee prescribing quality, safety and cost-effectiveness.Develop and implement systems to support evidence-based prescribing.Lead medicines-related audits and improvement programmes.Monitor prescribing performance and identify opportunities for improvement.Clinical Governance and Patient SafetyProvide strategic leadership for clinical governance across the practice.Oversee patient safety, risk management and incident reporting processes.Promote a culture of learning, openness and continuous improvement.Support the investigation of significant events and implementation of learning.Regulatory Compliance and Quality AssuranceLead medicines-related CQC readiness and ongoing compliance activity.Ensure governance policies and procedures remain current and compliant.Coordinate quality assurance programmes across all sites.Provide governance and assurance reports to Partners and senior leaders.Quality Improvement and AuditDevelop and deliver the annual medicines audit and quality improvement programme.Monitor quality indicators and service performance data.Use data to drive improvements in safety, quality and efficiency.Support innovation and service redesign.Leadership and ManagementLead, support and develop the pharmacy and medicines management team.Provide professional leadership, coaching and mentorship.Promote staff engagement, wellbeing and development.Strategic and External LeadershipSupport delivery of QOF and enhanced service requirements.Contribute to organisational strategy and business planning.Represent WellBN at PCN, ICB and wider NHS meetings.Build effective relationships with commissioners, regulators and partner organisations.Identify Opportunities for efficiency and service improvement.Support achievement of contractual and organisational objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration with the GPhC, GMC, NMC or another relevant professional body.

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Postgraduate qualification in leadership or management.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues across a multi-site organisation.
• Ability to use data, evidence and performance information to drive improvement.
• Strong commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and good governance.

Experience

Essential

• Significant senior leadership experience within primary care or NHS services.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of medicines optimisation and prescribing governance.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk management and patient safety.
• Experience of leading quality improvement and audit programmes.
• Knowledge and understanding of CQC standards, NHS contractual requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks.

Desirable

• Experience of working at PCN, ICB or wider system leadership level.
• Experience of leading large-scale transformation programmes.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current professional registration with the GPhC, GMC, NMC or another relevant professional body. Desirable Independent Prescriber qualification. Postgraduate qualification in leadership or management. Skills and Attributes Essential Excellent leadership and people management skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues across a multi-site organisation. Ability to use data, evidence and performance information to drive improvement. Strong commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and good governance. Experience Essential Significant senior leadership experience within primary care or NHS services. Extensive knowledge and experience of medicines optimisation and prescribing governance. Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk management and patient safety. Experience of leading quality improvement and audit programmes. Knowledge and understanding of CQC standards, NHS contractual requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks. Desirable Experience of working at PCN, ICB or wider system leadership level. Experience of leading large-scale transformation programmes.

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

WellBN

Address

18-19 Western Road

Hove

BN3 1AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wellbn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

WellBN

Address

18-19 Western Road

Hove

BN3 1AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wellbn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We're looking for a full-time enthusiastic and experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team at Betts Avenue Medical Group. This is an opportunity to work in a well-established clinical environment where you will be delivering autonomous, patient-centred care across a wide range of acute, urgent and long-term conditions. You'll assess, diagnose and manage patients, providing safe, evidence-based care while working closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.

This varied role offers the opportunity to use your advanced clinical skills, contribute to service development, support health promotion initiatives and help shape the future delivery of primary care within our practice. You'll be encouraged to share your expertise, work collaboratively with colleagues and play an active role in maintaining the high standards of care our patients expect. We are committed to supporting learning, development and career progression. Special clinical interests and leadership roles will also be supported and encouraged.

Main duties of the job

Practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct.

Maintain professional registration, revalidation and continuing professional development.

Work within the scope of their competence and seek advice where appropriate.

Demonstrate excellent communication, leadership and clinical decision-making skills.

Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, treating all patients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Contribute to maintaining a positive, supportive and collaborative working environment.

About us

Betts Avenue is a long-established GP Practice operating over two sites (Kenton and Benwell) in Newcastle upon Tyne. We are a team of 2 GP Partners supported by 3 salaried GPs, 2 long-term Locum GPs, a Lead practice Nurse/Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 1 Advanced Care Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA as well as an experienced managerial and admin team. We deliver a range of GMS services to a population of approximately 10,500 patients. We also have support from Care-Coordinators, Workflow Team, Pharmacy Hub, PCN pharmacists and Technicians, House Visiting team, our 2 own Practice Clinical Pharmacists, a Physiotherapist, 2 Mental Health co-ordinators for adults and a team of Social Link Workers. We use SystmOne, Accurx and AnalyzeRx. We are also delivering weekly Ward Rounds in two large local Care Homes. We currently teach Year 5 Medical Students and Nursing Students. Our practice is a member of the Inner West Primary Care Network, LMC, NGPS and North East North Cumbria ICB.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A0814-26-0011

Job locations

2 Betts Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE15 6TQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

We're looking for a full-time enthusiastic and experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team at Betts Avenue Medical Group. This is an opportunity to work in a well-established clinical environment where you will be delivering autonomous, patient-centred care across a wide range of acute, urgent and long-term conditions. You'll assess, diagnose and manage patients, providing safe, evidence-based care while working closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.

This varied role offers the opportunity to use your advanced clinical skills, contribute to service development, support health promotion initiatives and help shape the future delivery of primary care within our practice. You'll be encouraged to share your expertise, work collaboratively with colleagues and play an active role in maintaining the high standards of care our patients expect. We are committed to supporting learning, development and career progression. Special clinical interests and leadership roles will also be supported and encouraged.

About the Practice

Betts Avenue is a long-established GP Practice operating over two sites (Kenton and Benwell) in Newcastle upon Tyne. We are a team of 2 GP Partners supported by 3 salaried GPs, 2 long-term Locum GPs, a Lead practice Nurse/Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 1 Advanced Care Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA as well as an experienced managerial and admin team. We deliver a range of GMS services to a population of approximately 10,500 patients. We also have support from Care-Coordinators, Workflow Team, Pharmacy Hub, PCN pharmacists and Technicians, House Visiting team, our 2 own Practice Clinical Pharmacists, a Physiotherapist, 2 Mental Health co-ordinators for adults and a team of Social Link Workers. We use SystmOne, Accurx and AnalyzeRx. We are also delivering weekly Ward Rounds in two large local Care Homes. We currently teach Year 5 Medical Students and Nursing Students. Our practice is a member of the Inner West Primary Care Network, LMC, NGPS and North East North Cumbria ICB.

Job description

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct.

Maintain professional registration, revalidation and continuing professional development.

Work within the scope of their competence and seek advice where appropriate.

Demonstrate excellent communication, leadership and clinical decision-making skills.

Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, treating all patients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Contribute to maintaining a positive, supportive and collaborative working environment.

Duties and responsibilities specific to this post

Independently assess, examine, diagnose and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions.

Undertake telephone, Face-to-Face and Home Visit consultations where appropriate.

Develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based treatment and management plans.

Prescribe safely and effectively as an Independent Prescriber, in accordance with national guidance and local policies.

Request, interpret and act upon diagnostic investigations, including pathology and imaging results.

Recognise and appropriately manage medical emergencies, escalating or referring patients when required.

Refer patients to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals using appropriate referral pathways.

Promote health, wellbeing and disease prevention through patient education and lifestyle advice.

Manage patients with both Acute presentations and Long-term conditions, ensuring continuity of care where appropriate.

Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records using SystmOne.

Participate in clinical governance activities, audits, quality improvement projects and significant event reviews.

Contribute to the development of practice protocols, policies and clinical pathways.

Support the education and development of colleagues, students and trainees where appropriate.

Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and service delivery.

Comply with all professional, organisational and statutory requirements, including safeguarding, infection prevention, information governance and health and safety policies.

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.

Job description Job responsibilities Job summaryWe're looking for a full-time enthusiastic and experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team at Betts Avenue Medical Group. This is an opportunity to work in a well-established clinical environment where you will be delivering autonomous, patient-centred care across a wide range of acute, urgent and long-term conditions. You'll assess, diagnose and manage patients, providing safe, evidence-based care while working closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.This varied role offers the opportunity to use your advanced clinical skills, contribute to service development, support health promotion initiatives and help shape the future delivery of primary care within our practice. You'll be encouraged to share your expertise, work collaboratively with colleagues and play an active role in maintaining the high standards of care our patients expect. We are committed to supporting learning, development and career progression. Special clinical interests and leadership roles will also be supported and encouraged.About the PracticeBetts Avenue is a long-established GP Practice operating over two sites (Kenton and Benwell) in Newcastle upon Tyne. We are a team of 2 GP Partners supported by 3 salaried GPs, 2 long-term Locum GPs, a Lead practice Nurse/Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 1 Advanced Care Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA as well as an experienced managerial and admin team. We deliver a range of GMS services to a population of approximately 10,500 patients. We also have support from Care-Coordinators, Workflow Team, Pharmacy Hub, PCN pharmacists and Technicians, House Visiting team, our 2 own Practice Clinical Pharmacists, a Physiotherapist, 2 Mental Health co-ordinators for adults and a team of Social Link Workers. We use SystmOne, Accurx and AnalyzeRx. We are also delivering weekly Ward Rounds in two large local Care Homes. We currently teach Year 5 Medical Students and Nursing Students. Our practice is a member of the Inner West Primary Care Network, LMC, NGPS and North East North Cumbria ICB.Job description Main Duties and Responsibilities Practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct. Maintain professional registration, revalidation and continuing professional development. Work within the scope of their competence and seek advice where appropriate. Demonstrate excellent communication, leadership and clinical decision-making skills. Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, treating all patients and colleagues with dignity and respect. Contribute to maintaining a positive, supportive and collaborative working environment.Duties and responsibilities specific to this post Independently assess, examine, diagnose and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions. Undertake telephone, Face-to-Face and Home Visit consultations where appropriate. Develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based treatment and management plans. Prescribe safely and effectively as an Independent Prescriber, in accordance with national guidance and local policies. Request, interpret and act upon diagnostic investigations, including pathology and imaging results. Recognise and appropriately manage medical emergencies, escalating or referring patients when required. Refer patients to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals using appropriate referral pathways. Promote health, wellbeing and disease prevention through patient education and lifestyle advice. Manage patients with both Acute presentations and Long-term conditions, ensuring continuity of care where appropriate. Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records using SystmOne. Participate in clinical governance activities, audits, quality improvement projects and significant event reviews. Contribute to the development of practice protocols, policies and clinical pathways. Support the education and development of colleagues, students and trainees where appropriate. Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and service delivery. Comply with all professional, organisational and statutory requirements, including safeguarding, infection prevention, information governance and health and safety policies.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Recognised Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) postgraduate qualification (Master's level or equivalent).
• Independent/Supplementary Prescriber (V300).
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Evidence of Advanced Clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

Desirable

• Experience participating in clinical Audit and Quality Improvement projects.
• Experience supporting students or mentoring colleagues.
• Experience managing patients with long-term conditions.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Recognised Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) postgraduate qualification (Master's level or equivalent). Independent/Supplementary Prescriber (V300). Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Evidence of Advanced Clinical assessment and decision-making skills. Desirable Experience participating in clinical Audit and Quality Improvement projects. Experience supporting students or mentoring colleagues. Experience managing patients with long-term conditions.

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

Betts Avenue Medical Centre

Address

2 Betts Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE15 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betts Avenue Medical Centre

Address

2 Betts Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE15 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Dental Nurse to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at HMS Drake Dental Centre, in Devonport, Plymouth.

This is a locum role (37.5 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Pay rate:

Umbrella - £19.54

Paye - £16.99 (£15.16 + £1.83 holiday pay)

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with clinical duties including preparing and sterilising instruments, operating the dental computing system, and processing radiographs.
• Manage patient appointments, dental records and ensure proper documentation of dental prosthetic appliances.
• Adhere to infection control procedures and follow Health and Safety policies.
• Assist in the central sterilisation area as required.
• Ensure compliance with GDC (General Dental Council) standards and current legislation.

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.

Job summary

Colliery Court Medical Group are recruiting a part-time Medical Receptionist to join our very busy reception team to provide a friendly, efficient, effective and helpful service to the practice population.

We are looking for 1x post of 15 hours per week (Thursday and Friday, 7.5 hours each day)

We have two shift patterns, 8.00am - 4.30pm, and 10am - 6.30pm. You will be notified which shift you will be on at least 3 weeks in advance.

You will also be required to participate in the extended hours rota from 18:30 until 20:00 on a Wednesday evening, approximately once every 6 weeks.

You will be the first contact our patients, visitors, third party organisations will have with our practice, so you must be friendly, approachable, empathetic, efficient and an excellent communicator.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a suitable number of high-quality applications, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Provide a friendly and efficient front desk reception service
• Answer and make telephone calls, sending texts and emails
• Book appointments in line with the practice protocol
• Signpost patients to attached services
• Deal with patient queries in person, on the telephone, via email and online
• Process requests for repeat medication
• Open incoming mail
• Process data including changes to patients details etc.
• Scan and import hospital letters, results and other correspondence
• Provide general assistance to the practice team
• Project a positive, professional and friendly image to patients and other visitors either in person or on the telephone
• EMIS web and GP Practice experience beneficial but not essential.

About us

Colliery Court Medical Group is a well-established, supportive, forward thinking, GMS practice in Boldon Colliery. Located approximately 5 miles east of Newcastle, with easy access to the A1, A19 and Tyne Tunnel.

We have a supportive clinical team including 6 GPs, 1 Practice Pharmacist, 2 Nurse Practitioners, 2 Practice Nurses, 2 GP Assistants, 1 Healthcare Assistant and 1 Phlebotomist.

And an experienced and friendly Management / Admin / Reception team.

Our patient list size is approx. 8,400 patients

We are a teaching practice with opportunities for clinicians to participate in the teaching of GP Registrar's, and Medical students

EMIS Web system supported by Ardens, AccuRX, footfall and eConsult

High QOF achievement

Consistently high patient satisfaction

Good CQC rating

Active members of the local primary care network

NHS Pension if meet eligibility criteria, or can enrol in to NEST.

Free on site parking available.

Access to 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.92 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A1226-26-0009

Job locations

Gibson Court

Boldon Colliery

Tyne And Wear

NE35 9AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the medical reception team to provide an efficient, effective, and helpful service to the Practice population. Through use of initiative, a flexible approach and working consistently to high standards, you will provide valuable and valued help and support to members of the Primary Health Care Team.

RESPONSIBLE TO:Reception Supervisor for day-to-day supervision. Practice Operations Manager ultimately. Business Manager in her absence.

MAIN DUTIES

• To provide a friendly and efficient front desk reception service to the practice population

• To take requests for, and make, computerised appointments and home visits in line with the practice protocol

• To take requests for, and issue repeat medication. To deal with requests for other medication in accordance with the Practice Prescribing policy

• To open incoming mail and pass on for scanning in a timely manner

• To accurately scan and import hospital letters, results, medical records and other correspondence into patients electronic record in accordance with the Practice Scanning protocol

• To accurately file correspondence and medical records when necessary

• To enter data and patient information onto computer, including patient registrations, changes to patient details, telephone contacts, fees taken over the counter etc

• To extract data from the Practices clinical system

• To take regular backups of data

• To action requests from patients via eConsult

• To liaise with the Clinical system provider and other outside agencies eg Hospitals, Nursing Homes etc when appropriate

• To maintain a clean and tidy front reception desk and waiting area

• To receive visitors to the practice and ensure they sign in and out at the reception desk

• Sign post patients appropriately to attached services

• To ensure samples handed over the desk are directed to the appropriate person

• To maintain adequate levels of stock including prescriptions, bottles, etc

• Respond to emails including downloading and importing attached documentation

• Generating test requests and accessing results via the laboratory software system

• To lock up the practice at 18:30 where necessary. Or 20:00 on extended hours.

• Any other reasonable duties as directed by the Practice Operations Manager or Practice Business Manager, within the scope of the post

In addition to the above the post holder will show respect and courtesy to patients and colleagues, and maintain confidentiality of patient and other practice information at all times.

The post holder will be expected to take up necessary training as required, and to maintain and adhere to Practice Health and Safety policies. Occasional overtime may be required.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• General Practitioners
• Practice Managers
• Other members of reception/admin/secretarial team
• Members of Practice/Community nursing team
• Other members of the Primary Health Care Team
• Patients
• Outside agencies, hospital staff, CPNs, laboratory staff, PC/HA staff, as necessary

Job description Job responsibilities To work as part of the medical reception team to provide an efficient, effective, and helpful service to the Practice population. Through use of initiative, a flexible approach and working consistently to high standards, you will provide valuable and valued help and support to members of the Primary Health Care Team.RESPONSIBLE TO:Reception Supervisor for day-to-day supervision. Practice Operations Manager ultimately. Business Manager in her absence.MAIN DUTIES To provide a friendly and efficient front desk reception service to the practice population To take requests for, and make, computerised appointments and home visits in line with the practice protocol To take requests for, and issue repeat medication. To deal with requests for other medication in accordance with the Practice Prescribing policy To open incoming mail and pass on for scanning in a timely manner To accurately scan and import hospital letters, results, medical records and other correspondence into patients electronic record in accordance with the Practice Scanning protocol To accurately file correspondence and medical records when necessary To enter data and patient information onto computer, including patient registrations, changes to patient details, telephone contacts, fees taken over the counter etc To extract data from the Practices clinical system To take regular backups of data To action requests from patients via eConsult To liaise with the Clinical system provider and other outside agencies eg Hospitals, Nursing Homes etc when appropriate To maintain a clean and tidy front reception desk and waiting area To receive visitors to the practice and ensure they sign in and out at the reception desk Sign post patients appropriately to attached services To ensure samples handed over the desk are directed to the appropriate person To maintain adequate levels of stock including prescriptions, bottles, etc Respond to emails including downloading and importing attached documentation Generating test requests and accessing results via the laboratory software system To lock up the practice at 18:30 where necessary. Or 20:00 on extended hours. Any other reasonable duties as directed by the Practice Operations Manager or Practice Business Manager, within the scope of the post In addition to the above the post holder will show respect and courtesy to patients and colleagues, and maintain confidentiality of patient and other practice information at all times. The post holder will be expected to take up necessary training as required, and to maintain and adhere to Practice Health and Safety policies. Occasional overtime may be required.WORKING RELATIONSHIPS General Practitioners Practice Managers Other members of reception/admin/secretarial team Members of Practice/Community nursing team Other members of the Primary Health Care Team Patients Outside agencies, hospital staff, CPNs, laboratory staff, PC/HA staff, as necessary

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Reception or office experience in a busy environment.
• Experience of working with the general public.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a busy NHS office environment

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good computer skills.
• Knowledge of a range of software programmes including Microsoft Office software and email.
• Knowledge of a range of office procedures.
• Ability to handle queries efficiently with diplomacy and tact.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships and to exchange information with patients and staff.
• Experience of working with minimum supervision, within standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work within a high pressure environment.

Desirable

• Experience in using computer programmes such as EMIS Web, ICE, NHS mail, Microsoft Word.
• Knowledge of Information Governance and Caldicott principles.
• Previous training in or knowledge of safeguarding children and adults.
• A knowledge of the basic principles of infection control.

Qualifications

Essential

• Standard grade mathematics or equivalent.
• Standard grade English or equivalent.
• Good command of written English.

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Smart appearance.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Good listening skills.
• Good communication and documentation.
• An understanding of confidentiality issues.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Treats others with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Professional attitude.
• A commitment to Continued Professional Development/Training.
• Ability to work as part of a team

Person Specification Experience Essential Reception or office experience in a busy environment. Experience of working with the general public. Desirable Previous experience of working in a busy NHS office environment Knowledge and Skills Essential Good computer skills. Knowledge of a range of software programmes including Microsoft Office software and email. Knowledge of a range of office procedures. Ability to handle queries efficiently with diplomacy and tact. Good interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships and to exchange information with patients and staff. Experience of working with minimum supervision, within standard operating procedures. Ability to work within a high pressure environment. Desirable Experience in using computer programmes such as EMIS Web, ICE, NHS mail, Microsoft Word. Knowledge of Information Governance and Caldicott principles. Previous training in or knowledge of safeguarding children and adults. A knowledge of the basic principles of infection control. Qualifications Essential Standard grade mathematics or equivalent. Standard grade English or equivalent. Good command of written English. Qualities and Attributes Essential Smart appearance. Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment. Strong work ethic. Ability to work on own initiative. Good listening skills. Good communication and documentation. An understanding of confidentiality issues. Flexible approach to work. Treats others with dignity, respect and compassion. Professional attitude. A commitment to Continued Professional Development/Training. Ability to work as part of a team

Employer details

Employer name

Colliery Court Medical Group

Address

Gibson Court

Boldon Colliery

Tyne And Wear

NE35 9AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Colliery Court Medical Group

Address

Gibson Court

Boldon Colliery

Tyne And Wear

NE35 9AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Join Our Team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust!Band 6 Tuberculosis (TB) Nurse - Part Time (22.5 hours per week)

Are you a compassionate, proactive nurse who is passionate about improving public health? Do you want to play a vital role in tackling TB across London? We are looking for an enthusiastic NMC-registered nurse to join our friendly and highly skilled TB nursing team.

As a valued member of our tri-site TB service across Charing Cross Hospital, Hammersmith Hospital, and St Mary's Hospital, you will provide high-quality care to both adults and children, in inpatient and outpatient settings. Our service also delivers TB healthcare at HMP Wormwood Scrubs, offering you a truly varied and impactful role.

Why Join Us?

Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive multi-disciplinary team committed to delivering excellent patient outcomes.

Career Development: Gain experience across diverse clinical environments with opportunities to further specialise in TB nursing.

Work-Life Balance: Part-time hours with flexible shifts (typically between 8am-6pm) based on clinic and service needs.

Opportunity to Make a Real Impact: Help drive TB elimination efforts and improve the health of vulnerable communities

If you are motivated, eager to learn, and passionate about delivering high-quality care, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us shape the future of TB services at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust!

Main duties of the job

• Manage a designated caseload of adult and paediatric patients.
• Collaborate with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), pan London Find & Treat services, and other TB services across London.
• Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care aligned with NICE guidelines and the National Collaborative TB Strategy.
• Promote public health and raise TB awareness within both clinical settings and the wider community.
• You will provide specialist nursing expertise to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for patients with suspected or confirmed TB, whilst supporting their families and carers. Working both autonomously and as an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will contribute to achieving local and national TB targets through effective case management.
• Your role will involve overseeing the care of a designated caseload, including contact tracing, screening, and participation in Cohort Review
• This is a varied role requiring flexibility, including community-based work such as home, school, or workplace visits to carry out assessments, phlebotomy, and Directly Observed Therapy (DOT).
• You will also play an active part in staff education and service improvement, contributing to audits, supporting team development, and delivering ward-based teaching. In collaboration with senior nursing colleagues, you will be involved in initiatives that enhance the TB service and improve outcomes across our diverse patient population.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa inclusive pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

290-MIC-2247

Job locations

Trust wide

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse
• Diploma / first level degree in nursing or related subject
• SLICE or equivalent

Desirable

• Degree level learning or willingness to work towards
• Evidence of recent continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience, at senior Band 5 level in the community, medicine, respiratory, HIV, Infectious Diseases or TB
• Experience working with vulnerable adults and children including those experiencing homelessness, substance misuse, mental health and immigration problems
• Experience of multi professional working

Desirable

• Teaching and presentation skills

Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential Registered nurse Diploma / first level degree in nursing or related subject SLICE or equivalent Desirable Degree level learning or willingness to work towards Evidence of recent continuing professional development Experience Essential Post registration experience, at senior Band 5 level in the community, medicine, respiratory, HIV, Infectious Diseases or TB Experience working with vulnerable adults and children including those experiencing homelessness, substance misuse, mental health and immigration problems Experience of multi professional working Desirable Teaching and presentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Trust wide

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Trust wide

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our 6 monthly rotation scheme. Our band 5 rotation scheme includes rotations at the three main hospital sites, St Mary's Hospital, Charing Cross Hospital and Hammersmith Hospital across a wide variety of areas, including Stroke, Respiratory, Community, Medicine, Neurosurgery, Musculoskeletal, Paediatrics, Neuro Rehabilitation & Orthopaedics. Band 5's will be expected to complete rotations in the core areas of Physiotherapy; Medicine and Respiratory. Potential for substantive and fixed term contract opportunities available.

You would be joining a supportive, well established team committed to providing a high standard of clinical care. The department actively supports Continuing Professional Development and runs an established appraisal system and a comprehensive in-service training programme.

The successful applicants must have their degree qualification and should be HCPC registered or have submitted their registration forms already.

The physiotherapy department operates as a 7 day service and therefore this post will require working at weekends as part of contracted hours of work. This post will also support the current overnight on-call service (subject to competencies).

Please note that you must include details of clinical placement marks in your application and the supporting statement has a word limit of 500 words.

Main duties of the job

• To manage own caseload of patients as an autonomous practitioner with appropriate clinical supervision.
• To consolidate and develop clinical and non-clinical expertise.
• To be responsible for own CPD and own Professional and Personal Development.
• To work effectively within the team, department and organisation
• To contribute to service education, audit and research programmes.
• To participate in adult respiratory, orthopaedic and paediatric weekend working and on-call.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.