Job summary

Stratton Medical Centre is a busy town practice on the outskirts of Bude.

We are a well-organised, forward-thinking practice led by two GP Partners and an experienced Practice Manager. We pride ourselves on our ability to respond quickly to challenges whilst maintaining a supportive environment where staff feedback is valued and encouraged. We are committed to ensuring that Stratton Medical Centre remains a positive and rewarding place to work.

Communication and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. There is a whole team morning huddle to ensure everyone is aware of key issues and priorities. Mid-morning GP coffee breaks provide an opportunity for informal peer support, and regular team meetings ensure all staff have the opportunity to input into decisions, raise concerns or for information sharing.

The GP Day is carefully managed, with a balanced mix of routine and urgent appointments, triage sessions and follow up telephone consultations. Workload is continually monitored and our wider disciplinary team, including home visiting clinicians, pharmacists and administrative team, helps reduce the pressure on GPs and supports efficient patient care.

We are also proud to be a training practice, committed to developing the next generation of healthcare professionals and fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Main duties of the job

The role is to provide excellent patient care via a mix of:

Pre booked.

Routine appointments.

Urgent on the day appointments.

Triage duties that are part of a rota.

Managing all associated paperwork and test results.

Care planning for more complex patients.

Home visits (occasionally when the home visiting team are not available).

Peer support via coffee breaks and regular clinical meetings.

Supporting GP trainees with education and supervision.

About us

Stratton Medical Centre is a busy town practice on the outskirts of Bude. We have over 10,700 patients who are looked after by an integrated team of 9 GPs, 2 Nurse Practitioners, a Paramedic, 2 Nurses, 3 Health Care Assistants and a Phlebotomist.

As part of a wider Primary Care Network (PCN), our GP team also benefit from a clinical pharmacist, a home visiting paramedic, a social prescriber and health and wellbeing coach. We also have a team of staff who work with more vulnerable adults including diabetics, learning disabled and the frail elderly. All these staff contribute to managing our patient group.

We are a well organised team that is led by a Practice Manager and 2 GP Partners. We benefit from being able to respond quickly to situations and to listening to our staff to ensure that we remain a happy, well functioning team.

We all meet every morning to ensure we are aware of the issues for the day and pick up any concerns that may be present.

We also have regular team meetings, for all staff, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to input into decisions or raise concerns.

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position plays a key part in supporting the Practice Manager with the smooth, effective daytoday running of the practice. The post holder will lead key administrative operations, coordinate the workforce, oversee financial claims processes, and drive service improvement to ensure services remain highquality, safe, and efficient for patients.

Acting as a deputy to the Practice Manager when required, the role also involves serving as a professional role model and providing leadership to the wider administrative team.

Main duties of the job

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the smooth and efficient running ofthepractice, dynamically balancing competing priorities and adapting to workload and staffing pressures

• Undertake and oversee administrative tasks as delegated by the Practice Manager and Lead GP

• Support the coordination of staffing to meet service demand, including liaising with GPs and associated staff to ensure appropriate cover for enhanced access sessions

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• A good standard of general education

• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)

• Experience working in a GP practice or NHS healthcare environment

• Experience in an administrative or operational management role

About us

About us

PICS is the employer for this role. We collaborate with patients and partners to design and deliver clinically robust health and social care solution through Community Services, Out of Hospital Services, GP Practices, and Primary Care Networks. Find out more about us: http://picsnhs.org.uk/.

Benefits of working for PICS

We offer a comprehensive package which includes:

• Access to the NEST Pension Scheme
• Alternative government-based scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Competitive leave entitlement that includes maternity, paternity and adoption leave, study leave allowance, and sickness provisions
• Access to education and training opportunities, depending on your role (CPPE Pharmacy, NHS England Roadmap for First Contact Practitioners, apprenticeship schemes, support professional development)
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team with support from a wide variety of professionals
• A flexible approach to a work-life balance
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Access to Blue Light Card scheme
• All staff events and conferences
• Staff engagement (Wellbeing Group, EDI Network, Staff Focus group)
• Free parking across many sites
• Personalised induction into the company and job role

Job summary

This role will be based at Flat walks Health Centre (North team) or Cleator Moor Health Centre (South Team), depending on the needs of the service.

This role is open to registered nurses who have gone through their preceptorship period. If you are looking to become part of a friendly community nursing team, providing holistic care in the home environment this job is for you...

Do you want to be part of an emerging, unique and diverse organisation that put people at the heart of what we do? A Trust that empowers and engages its workforce to improve care and wellbeing, by delivering better health, better care in partnership?

Are you looking to develop your knowledge and skills in community services, providing both routine and complex treatments to patients within their own home?

Do you see the benefits of closer integrated working between health and social care to ensure the best outcomes for patients?

Are you passionate about wanting to work with patients to help them achieve their goals? Are you caring and compassionate and committed to personalised care?

Copeland Integrated Care Communities both have well established resilient teams that have long-standing working relationships with each other plus many different partners and stakeholders. Effective collaboration with Primary Care, Social Care and multiple charities and Third sector providers, enables us to deliver a wide range of services to the populations served.

Main duties of the job

• To prioritise referrals and manage workload
• To assess, monitor and continually evaluate risk management of situation and environment for both patient/carer/family and staff and deal with safety issues as identified.
• To assess, deliver and evaluate all aspects of clinical nursing care based on best practice.
• Use of equipment/technology to aid appropriate assessment of patient condition and delivery of treatment such as Doppler, Syringe Driver, enteral feed system, moving and handling equipment
• To carry out a range of clinical duties that involve dealing with body fluids eg venepuncture, wound dressings, catheterisation and tracheostomy care.
• To undertake and obtain samples for diagnostic purposes eg venepuncture, wound swabs, urinary and faecal sampling.
• To support and educate patients/carers in promoting independence and rehabilitation in timely approach using case management model of working.
• To deliver care in promoting comfort for patients who are terminally ill following recognised care pathway.
• To have sound knowledge base of medication and effects on conditions.
• To be responsible for appropriate and cost effective nurse prescribing.
• To administer medications reviewing and monitoring effects.
• To communicate closely with patients and all parties involved in delivery of services.
• To order and ensure effective management of specialist nursing equipment.

About us

At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':

• Being a clinically led organisation
• Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
• A positive patient experience every time
• A great place to work
• Managing our money well

As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

262-A-26-8293732

Job locations

Flatt Walks Health Centre

3 Castle Meadows

Whitehaven

CA28 7QE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses Midwives and Allied Health Professionals.

Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTION: Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP: Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies. AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information. The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses Midwives and Allied Health Professionals. Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post: Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information: Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 registered nursing qualifications

Desirable

• Post registration qualification in teaching/assessing (ENB 998/NST 307) or equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development to degree level or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable recent community nursing experience.
• Ability to use initiative, prioritise effectively.
• Demonstrate evidence to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrate evidence to motivate team/peers.
• Evidence of clinical/professional development.

Desirable

• Knowledge of changing health agenda and impact for community nursing

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable understanding of the extent of the role.
• Broad knowledge base of acute and chronic conditions.
• Understanding of scope of professional practice.
• Understanding of reflective practice and its application.
• Self awareness and appreciation of limitations.
• Demonstrate ability of change management.
• Problem solving skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of changing way health services are being planned and delivered

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to delegate effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Enthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team.
• IT skills.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrates flexibility to meet needs of service.
• Able to travel independently of public transport

Desirable

• Current driving licence with access to own vehicle.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 1 registered nursing qualifications Desirable Post registration qualification in teaching/assessing (ENB 998/NST 307) or equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development to degree level or equivalent experience Experience Essential Demonstrable recent community nursing experience. Ability to use initiative, prioritise effectively. Demonstrate evidence to work as part of a team. Demonstrate evidence to motivate team/peers. Evidence of clinical/professional development. Desirable Knowledge of changing health agenda and impact for community nursing Knowledge Essential Demonstrable understanding of the extent of the role. Broad knowledge base of acute and chronic conditions. Understanding of scope of professional practice. Understanding of reflective practice and its application. Self awareness and appreciation of limitations. Demonstrate ability of change management. Problem solving skills Desirable Knowledge of changing way health services are being planned and delivered Skills and Aptitudes Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to delegate effectively. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Enthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team. IT skills. Other Requirements Essential Demonstrates flexibility to meet needs of service. Able to travel independently of public transport Desirable Current driving licence with access to own vehicle.

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

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Flatt Walks Health Centre

3 Castle Meadows

Whitehaven

CA28 7QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Flatt Walks Health Centre

3 Castle Meadows

Whitehaven

CA28 7QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist based at Kent Prisons In-Reach Teams. The post holder will provide Consultant leadership for the In-Reach teams at HMP Rochester with 4PAs DCC, HMP Cookham Wood 2PAs DCC and HMP Maidstone 2PAs DCC.

The post holder will be eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register in Forensic Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry.

In addition, the post holder would be expected to contribute to an aspect of quality assurance. 2 SPAs will be allocated in the job plan for undertaking activities that support the professional role such as teaching, training, clinical management, clinical governance, service development, research, and other relevant activities.

Main duties of the job

The post includes an interesting and varied range of clinical responsibilities for prisoners with a wide range of clinical conditions, including acute and chronic mental illness, personality disorder and ADHD. The in-reach team holds a caseload and within this caseload, number of patients would be subject to CPA management. Patients are generally seen within the outpatient clinics at each site, although at times patients may need to be seen on the wing in an emergency. All referrals are triaged by the In-Reach Team. At HMP Rochester the psychiatrist completes a segregation round once a week.. Whilst there is flexibility in allocation of individual responsibilities, the overarching model is one of integrated working across the mental health multidisciplinary teams.

The post holder would be provided with training in Rio and System One, which is used by healthcare in prison within the Trust.

About us

At Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, we offer a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people living in South-East London and to people in prison across England. Our wide array of services includes community health care, such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies.

Oxleas is a great place to work. It has been recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work 2023 by the Sunday Times amongst very big employers. Our staff survey results show that we are in the Top 5 in England and the highest in London for staff experience amongst similar trusts.

Oxleas recruitment and retention strategy includes offering all Consultants and SAS doctors regular formal structured mentoring by professionally trained mentors.

"We are always delighted to welcome new colleagues to the Oxleas family. We care about making Oxleas a great place to work - it's a big priority in our strategy. Come and join us - it's a place where our values, teamwork, equity, and wellbeing matter and where you can really help to improve people's lives."

Ify Okocha

Chief Executive

Job summary

Kennet and Avon Medical Partnership (KAMP) is a welcoming and innovative GP practice serving 17,000 patients across Marlborough, Pewsey and the surrounding villages in beautiful North East Wiltshire.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Dispenser or Trainee Dispenser to join our friendly and supportive dispensing team.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to work between 30 and 37.5 hours per week. We can offer either a four-day (30 hour) or full-time working pattern.

30 hours as follows: 09:00 - 18:30 Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays; 14:00 - 18:30 Wednesdays.

Benefits include:

• Paid training for NVQ2 Dispensing Assistant
• Weekday only working
• 5.4 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• Enrolment in the NHS Pension Scheme
• Regular staff social events
• Free refreshments
• Discount with local opticians
• Paid membership of the Bluelight discount scheme
• Within walking distance of unique high streets

The post holder will be based primarily in the Marlborough surgery, covering Pewsey surgery as and when required.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will join the Dispensing team to deliver the following:

• Manage repeat medication requests safely and efficiently.
• Respond to patient queries relating to prescriptions and medicines.
• Dispense and check medications in accordance with practice procedures.
• Support effective stock management and medicines governance processes.
• Undertake daily prescription and cash handling checks, maintaining accurate records.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and information security at all times.
• Contribute positively to the KAMP mission, values and strategic objectives.

About us

Kennet and Avon Medical Partnership has a clear mission: to deliver high-quality healthcare through happy, motivated staff, where patients and colleagues are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to investing in our people, supporting professional development and creating a skilled, compassionate workforce. Kindness and compassion towards ourselves, each other and our patients are at the heart of everything we do.

New staff are welcomed and supported to embed into the KAMP team and understand their contribution to the practice mission and values.

Job summary

Ensuring thatarrangements are in place so that the premises the Trust owns and occupies and the services that the Trust delivery are safe, secure, and legally and statutorily compliant through the active engagement with Trust Services, Teams and Staff, implementation of robust systems, policies and procedures, the communication of best practice, learning and advise and deep auditing to identify learning opportunities and system failures

The Health and Safety Manager

will report to the AD Director of Property Operations and will be responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of health and safety services to the Trust, with focus on the Property department. This will involve engagement with a number of Teams throughout the Trust, including external contractors and the provision of regular reports highlighting areas of non-compliance.

Main duties of the job

Supporting the Trust's safety team in the delivery of their strategic role within the Trust, that actively contributes to the safety strategy.

Assess and interpret health and safety Fire and Security management information, that allows the Trust to develop it's clinical and operational delivery in a safer, healthier, and more compliant way.

Develop monitor and review the strategic approach to Health safety, Fire and security, Ensuring an integrated health and safety approach to service delivery through co-ordination with all departments within the Trust.

Identify and develop responses to health and safety, Fire and security risks and liaison with the SABP stakeholders to mitigate disruption to business-as-usual activities.

Support in the implementation and delivery of Trust wide Quality Improvement projects to improve operational processes and associated organisational procedures that support health and safety delivery.

Identifying new health and safety fire and security initiatives including innovative products and services to contribute to reduced operating costs and enhance health and safety performance.

Responsible to for the management of health and safety, fire and security support across the whole portfolio of buildings to meet statutory requirements and the quality requirements of the Trust.

Supporting the Property Operations team on the handover and commissioning of new properties, including mobilization and de-mobilisation.

About us

• Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£59,798 to £67,020 a year Per annum, includes Fringe HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

325-8073899-CORP-A

Job locations

Leatherhead Hub

18 Mole Business Park

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Job description Job responsibilities Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Nebosh Diploma (or equivalent)
• Graduate membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
• Graduate membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years experience of operational health, safety and fire management
• Chartered membership of IOSH

Desirable

• Chartered membership of IOSH
• Further H&S or Fire qualifications

Experience

Essential

• oUnderstanding of all elements of health and safety, fire & Security and relevant statutory compliance, and relevant law.
• examples of liaising simultaneously with multiple stakeholders, preferably in a healthcare environment
• oExperience of writing and implementing organisational health and safety policies

Person Specification Essential Essential Nebosh Diploma (or equivalent) Graduate membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health Graduate membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (or equivalent) Minimum of 5 years experience of operational health, safety and fire management Chartered membership of IOSH Desirable Chartered membership of IOSH Further H&S or Fire qualifications Experience Essential oUnderstanding of all elements of health and safety, fire & Security and relevant statutory compliance, and relevant law. examples of liaising simultaneously with multiple stakeholders, preferably in a healthcare environment oExperience of writing and implementing organisational 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leatherhead Hub

18 Mole Business Park

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leatherhead Hub

18 Mole Business Park

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

37.5 hours per week

As a Senior Health Care Support Worker within Podiatry, you will support the delivery of high-quality podiatry services in a community setting. Working alongside podiatrists and the wider neighbourhood team, you will assist with patient care, support clinical procedures, maintain accurate records, promote self-management, and help ensure clinics and home visits run efficiently. You will contribute to a positive patient experience, support service improvements, and act as a role model for colleagues.

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, reliable and motivated, with excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills. You will be confident working independently, adaptable to changing priorities, and committed to delivering person-centred care. A positive attitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and develop whilst being a team player, are essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive podiatry team, develop your skills and make a meaningful difference to patients' health, mobility and independence every day.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Health Care Support Worker within Podiatry, you will be a valued member of the team, helping patients access high-quality foot health services across hospital and community settings. You will support podiatrists in delivering patient care, assist with clinic activity, promote self-management and healthy lifestyles, and contribute to a positive patient experience from referral through to discharge. You will also help maintain accurate records, support service improvements, and act as a role model for colleagues.

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, organised and adaptable, with excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to patient-centred care. You will be confident working independently and as part of a team, able to build positive relationships, prioritise tasks effectively and demonstrate initiative when responding to changing demands. In return, you will join a supportive, forward-thinking service that values development, teamwork and making a meaningful difference to people's lives every day.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

Make a Difference When It Matters Most

Every day, thousands of people contact our NHS 999 service in moments of urgent need. Behind every call, skilled clinicians are making critical decisions - ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

We're looking for experienced and compassionate Paramedics and Nurses to join our clinical team within the Integrated Contact Centre (ICC) as 999 - Clinical Advisors. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role at the heart of urgent and emergency care.

As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Monitor live 999 calls handled by Emergency Call Takers (ECTs)
• Provide clinical oversight to ensure safe and appropriate patient outcomes
• Use your expertise to make real-time, dynamic clinical assessments
• Apply evidence-based decision-making supported by advanced clinical software

This role offers a rare chance to use your clinical judgement in a fast-paced environment where your decisions directly impact patient safety and the effective flow of urgent care services across the NHS.

If you're looking for a role where your experience truly makes an impact--this is it.

Please note that courses are scheduled to run monthly from October 2026.

Main duties of the job

1. Work within a team as an autonomous practitioner, providing high-quality clinical telephone triage using decision-support systems
2. Assess incoming symptom-based calls and determine urgency and priority.
3. Provide evidence-based clinical advice and support onward referral within the NHS.
4. Communicate clinical information verbally and via technical links effectively with healthcare partners to ensure seamless care.
5. Contribute to achieving national ambulance standards and local performance targets.
6. Participate in team meetings and work with managers to maintain strong performance.
7. Engage in monthly call audits and ongoing self-reflection.

About us

At South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS), every role contributes to helping people when they need us most. Whether delivering frontline care, supporting our Emergency Operations Centres, or working in corporate and support services, your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Our values ofCaring, Professional and Honestguide everything we do. We care for our patients, communities and each other, act professionally with pride and a commitment to excellence, and work honestly, building trust through openness, integrity and respect.

We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, wellbeing support, flexible working where service needs allow, membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, and a variety of staff benefits. We also work in partnership with our recognised trade unions,Unison, Unite GMB and RCN, which provide members with workplace support, representation and advice.

SCAS is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are valued for who they are, and have opportunities to grow and succeed.

Join SCAS and help us deliver exceptional care when it matters most.

Job summary

Make a Difference When It Matters Most

Every day, thousands of people contact our NHS 999 service in moments of urgent need. Behind every call, skilled clinicians are making critical decisions - ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

We're looking for experienced and compassionate Paramedics and Nurses to join our clinical team within the Integrated Contact Centre (ICC) as 999 - Clinical Advisors. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role at the heart of urgent and emergency care.

As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Monitor live 999 calls handled by Emergency Call Takers (ECTs)
• Provide clinical oversight to ensure safe and appropriate patient outcomes
• Use your expertise to make real-time, dynamic clinical assessments
• Apply evidence-based decision-making supported by advanced clinical software

This role offers a rare chance to use your clinical judgement in a fast-paced environment where your decisions directly impact patient safety and the effective flow of urgent care services across the NHS.

If you're looking for a role where your experience truly makes an impact--this is it.

Please note that courses are scheduled to run monthly from November 2026.

Main duties of the job

1. Work within a team as an autonomous practitioner, providing high-quality clinical telephone triage using decision-support systems
2. Assess incoming symptom-based calls and determine urgency and priority.
3. Provide evidence-based clinical advice and support onward referral within the NHS.
4. Communicate clinical information verbally and via technical links effectively with healthcare partners to ensure seamless care.
5. Contribute to achieving national ambulance standards and local performance targets.
6. Participate in team meetings and work with managers to maintain strong performance.
7. Engage in monthly call audits and ongoing self-reflection.

About us

At South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS), every role contributes to helping people when they need us most. Whether delivering frontline care, supporting our Emergency Operations Centres, or working in corporate and support services, your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Our values ofCaring, Professional and Honestguide everything we do. We care for our patients, communities and each other, act professionally with pride and a commitment to excellence, and work honestly, building trust through openness, integrity and respect.

We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, wellbeing support, flexible working where service needs allow, membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, and a variety of staff benefits. We also work in partnership with our recognised trade unions,Unison, Unite GMB and RCN, which provide members with workplace support, representation and advice.

SCAS is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are valued for who they are, and have opportunities to grow and succeed.

Join SCAS and help us deliver exceptional care when it matters most.

Job summary

Make a Difference When It Matters Most

Every day, thousands of people contact our NHS 999 service in moments of urgent need. Behind every call, skilled clinicians are making critical decisions - ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

We're looking for experienced and compassionate Paramedics and Nurses to join our clinical team within the Integrated Contact Centre (ICC) as 999 - Clinical Advisors. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role at the heart of urgent and emergency care.

As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Monitor live 999 calls handled by Emergency Call Takers (ECTs)
• Provide clinical oversight to ensure safe and appropriate patient outcomes
• Use your expertise to make real-time, dynamic clinical assessments
• Apply evidence-based decision-making supported by advanced clinical software

This role offers a rare chance to use your clinical judgement in a fast-paced environment where your decisions directly impact patient safety and the effective flow of urgent care services across the NHS.

If you're looking for a role where your experience truly makes an impact--this is it.

Please note that courses are scheduled to run monthly from October 2026.

Main duties of the job

1. Work within a team as an autonomous practitioner, providing high-quality clinical telephone triage using decision-support systems
2. Assess incoming symptom-based calls and determine urgency and priority.
3. Provide evidence-based clinical advice and support onward referral within the NHS.
4. Communicate clinical information verbally and via technical links effectively with healthcare partners to ensure seamless care.
5. Contribute to achieving national ambulance standards and local performance targets.
6. Participate in team meetings and work with managers to maintain strong performance.
7. Engage in monthly call audits and ongoing self-reflection.

About us

At South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS), every role contributes to helping people when they need us most. Whether delivering frontline care, supporting our Emergency Operations Centres, or working in corporate and support services, your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Our values ofCaring, Professional and Honestguide everything we do. We care for our patients, communities and each other, act professionally with pride and a commitment to excellence, and work honestly, building trust through openness, integrity and respect.

We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, wellbeing support, flexible working where service needs allow, membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, and a variety of staff benefits. We also work in partnership with our recognised trade unions,Unison, Unite GMB and RCN, which provide members with workplace support, representation and advice.

SCAS is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are valued for who they are, and have opportunities to grow and succeed.

Join SCAS and help us deliver exceptional care when it matters most.

Job summary

Make a Difference When It Matters Most

Every day, thousands of people contact our NHS 999 service in moments of urgent need. Behind every call, skilled clinicians are making critical decisions - ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

We're looking for experienced and compassionate Paramedics and Nurses to join our clinical team within the Integrated Contact Centre (ICC) as 999 - Clinical Advisors. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role at the heart of urgent and emergency care.

As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Monitor live 999 calls handled by Emergency Call Takers (ECTs)
• Provide clinical oversight to ensure safe and appropriate patient outcomes
• Use your expertise to make real-time, dynamic clinical assessments
• Apply evidence-based decision-making supported by advanced clinical software

This role offers a rare chance to use your clinical judgement in a fast-paced environment where your decisions directly impact patient safety and the effective flow of urgent care services across the NHS.

If you're looking for a role where your experience truly makes an impact--this is it.

Please note that courses are scheduled to run monthly from November 2026.

Main duties of the job

1. Work within a team as an autonomous practitioner, providing high-quality clinical telephone triage using decision-support systems
2. Assess incoming symptom-based calls and determine urgency and priority.
3. Provide evidence-based clinical advice and support onward referral within the NHS.
4. Communicate clinical information verbally and via technical links effectively with healthcare partners to ensure seamless care.
5. Contribute to achieving national ambulance standards and local performance targets.
6. Participate in team meetings and work with managers to maintain strong performance.
7. Engage in monthly call audits and ongoing self-reflection.

About us

At South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS), every role contributes to helping people when they need us most. Whether delivering frontline care, supporting our Emergency Operations Centres, or working in corporate and support services, your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Our values ofCaring, Professional and Honestguide everything we do. We care for our patients, communities and each other, act professionally with pride and a commitment to excellence, and work honestly, building trust through openness, integrity and respect.

We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, wellbeing support, flexible working where service needs allow, membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, and a variety of staff benefits. We also work in partnership with our recognised trade unions,Unison, Unite GMB and RCN, which provide members with workplace support, representation and advice.

SCAS is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are valued for who they are, and have opportunities to grow and succeed.

Join SCAS and help us deliver exceptional care when it matters most.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and expanding primary care team, working part time as a Medical Receptionist in a busy GP Practice.

Our receptionists report to the Reception Team Manager and offer general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and visitors, either in person or via the telephone.

Main duties of the job

Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.

Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice including the provision of clerical support to clinical staff and other members of the practice team

Facilitate effective communication between patients, members of the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies

To remain calm and prioritise tasks whilst working in a busy environment, frequently dealing with competing demands from both patients and members of the practice team

About us

Our friendly and expanding primary care team consists of 5 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GP's, Physiotherapist, Practice Nurses, HCSW and Administrative staff.

We are a busy GP Practice based in Llansamlet, Swansea.

Job summary

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay Foundation Trust provides acute hospital care to the local population. We arelocated on the edge of the beautiful Lake District.

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic and committed Registered Nurses to our family here on Ward 4 Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ward 4 is a busy medical ward with specialities in older adults.

Our team pride themselves on exceeding the expectations of our patients and their families and you can be assured of our commitment to your personal and professional development.

Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period (this includes bank staff). This will give the new staff member anopportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment

Main duties of the job

We are looking for qualified nurses to join our team.

As a Registered Nurse you will be:

Able to actively assess, plan, implement & evaluate patient care with the multidisciplinary team, incorporating the whole of the patients' pathway.

Aware of the structure and organisation of the NHS and regulatory body's code of practice implementing this into nursing practice.

Participate in Clinical Governance by participating in auditing effectiveness of practice and incorporating findings.

Act as mentor or assessor in supervising and teaching of junior staff and unregistered staff.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

Speech and Language Therapy Clinical Assistant

Dorset HealthCare are looking for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join our supportive team!

As a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant you will be joining The Dorset Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy service that is supportive and dynamic. You will be responsible for supporting patients and the service across Shelley Road and Alderney Hospital sites. We welcome ideas of change that could contribute to creating a better service for people living with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties.

You will be supported by Speech and Language Therapists including a team manager and clinical manager. You will have the opportunity to work with SLT assistant's and local adult acute SLT teams and the paediatric SLT community team is available to enable development. We offer CPD opportunities, regular supervision and peer supervision.

We could be flexible with how the hours are met over the working days, as long as the services needs are met. We embrace flexible working and we support a hybrid model of working from home as well as the office.

If you have any queries or would like to meet the service, please contact [email protected] or call 01202 307766.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy team in provision of high quality person centred rehabilitation & support to adults with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties.

Following direction from qualified clinicians work independently to implement planned treatment interventions and assist in the development of programmes of care.

To provide confidential administration, secretarial and IT support to the Community Speech and Language Therapy Service.

To take responsibility for the maintenance and preparation of the communication aids used within the service.

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

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

About us

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

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

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

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

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

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

Reference number

152-C224.26

Job locations

Alderney Hospital / Shelley Road

Ringwood Road

Poole

BH12 4NB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Ability to develop relationships with patients, carers, staff and work within a team.

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent (or working towards) in rehabilitation.

Business travel

Essential

• Full Driving Licence and access to a car.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English and effective interpersonal communication skills.

Job specific experience

Essential

• Experience of the practical applications of IT systems/software.

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with acquired communication disability.

Personal qualities/attributes

Essential

• Ability to recognize own limitations and be prepared to seek advice, when necessary.
• Ability to develop relationships with patients, carers, staff and work within a team.

Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential Ability to develop relationships with patients, carers, staff and work within a team. Desirable NVQ level 3 or equivalent (or working towards) in rehabilitation. Business travel Essential Full Driving Licence and access to a car. Additional Requirements Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English and effective interpersonal communication skills. Job specific experience Essential Experience of the practical applications of IT systems/software. Desirable Experience of working with people with acquired communication disability. Personal qualities/attributes Essential Ability to recognize own limitations and be prepared to seek advice, when necessary. Ability to develop relationships with patients, carers, staff and work within a team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Alderney Hospital / Shelley Road

Ringwood Road

Poole

BH12 4NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Alderney Hospital / Shelley Road

Ringwood Road

Poole

BH12 4NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Trafford LCO for a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist in the Trafford Community Macmillan Team.

The Macmillan Clinical Nurse Specialist will work as a member of the wider locality based multidisciplinary Macmillan Palliative Care Supportive Service. The post holder will support Neighbourhood teams to deliver locally driven high quality care, responsive to patient and carers' needs. This includes education of other health care professionals, training, support and advice for the multidisciplinary team. The focus of the multidisciplinary approach will be to support patients and carers to live well, prevent inappropriate hospital admission and meet their preferred priorities for care.

Main duties of the job

• To provide palliative care to enhance quality of life for patients and carers with complex physical, psychological and emotional needs.
• Be responsible for the specialist nursing assessment and treatment of clients referred to the Trafford Macmillan Palliative Support Service.
• The Clinical Nurse Specialist will be expected to triage all referrals for the multidisciplinary team and provide palliative care advice to patient, carers, relatives and other health care professionals when supporting the triage role
• The Clinical Nurse Specialist will be expected to visit patients who require urgent palliative care support utilising advanced communication skills and partnership working with other teams.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing in-depth multi-factorial assessments and interventions for clients with complex and non-complex cancer needs, and those with a non-cancer diagnosis.
• Manage a caseload of patients requiring palliative care input and be responsible as the main caseload holder of ensuring all grades of staff deliver high quality care. Supervise Associate Macmillan Nurse ensuring competency to support patients within the caseload. Provide supervision and clinical support to band 4 Assistant Practitioners

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Per Annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-LCOD-8252334-RL4

Job locations

Macmillan Wellbeing Centre

Moorside Road

Trafford

M41 5SL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

DBS Update Service

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Job description Job responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification

Shortlisting

Essential

• Up to date registration with the NMC
• Health Related Degree or equivalent portfolio experience
• Experience evidenced by completion of highly specialist short courses, post-graduate training, etc or relevant Master's degree
• Non-medical Prescribing qualification or ability to work towards V300
• Substantial experience in specialist field of cancer/palliative care
• Experience of working collaboratively
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working in a community setting
• Experience of teaching training others at a specialist level
• Experience of supporting and supervising other staff in the clinical environment
• Highly specialist knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to cancer/palliative care
• Advanced communication skills or willing to undertake 3 day National Advanced Communication Skills training
• In depth knowledge of National Policies and Procedures (relevant to the specialist client group)
• Car Driver with access to a car
• Ability to assume leadership responsibilities
• Ability to work flexibly over 7 days

Desirable

• Teaching qualification
• Member of relevant special interest group
• Completion of basic leadership course
• Post graduate courses in cancer/palliative care
• Experience of managing resources
• Evidence of contribution to the developments of services
• Experience of working in an inner city multi-ethnic environment

Person Specification Shortlisting Essential Up to date registration with the NMC Health Related Degree or equivalent portfolio experience Experience evidenced by completion of highly specialist short courses, post-graduate training, etc or relevant Master's degree Non-medical Prescribing qualification or ability to work towards V300 Substantial experience in specialist field of cancer/palliative care Experience of working collaboratively Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of working in a community setting Experience of teaching training others at a specialist level Experience of supporting and supervising other staff in the clinical environment Highly specialist knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to cancer/palliative care Advanced communication skills or willing to undertake 3 day National Advanced Communication Skills training In depth knowledge of National Policies and Procedures (relevant to the specialist client group) Car Driver with access to a car Ability to assume leadership responsibilities Ability to work flexibly over 7 days Desirable Teaching qualification Member of relevant special interest group Completion of basic leadership course Post graduate courses in cancer/palliative care Experience of managing resources Evidence of contribution to the developments of services Experience of working in an inner city multi-ethnic environment

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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Macmillan Wellbeing Centre

Moorside Road

Trafford

M41 5SL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Macmillan Wellbeing Centre

Moorside Road

Trafford

M41 5SL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.

We are excited to offer a Phlebotomist position.

The collection of quality blood samples from patients is vital in many medical investigations. The successful applicants must enjoy working with people and possess good communication skills.

We offer Phlebotomy services in a range of locations across North Midlands including Leighton and Macclesfield, ward based, community multi-cubicle locations and community appointment-based clinics. Attention to detail is important, along with basic keyboard skills and applicants should enjoy the challenge of working in a fast-paced patient environment.

Based at Leighton, the successful applicants would be expected to work at various Phlebotomy clinics. You should be able to work independently and as part of a team

It is a requirement of your role that you have access to a vehicle for work purposes, which must be suitable for travelling to community phlebotomy clinics and transporting samples back to the hospital premises. It is your responsibility to ensure that the vehicle is insured for class 1 business use and for the transportation of pathology samples. Expenses will be paid in accordance with Trust policy when you use your vehicle for work purposes.

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to collect blood samples from patients using venepuncture and capillary techniques.

The post holder will be required, after a period of training, to work independently and as part of a team, according to service requirements.

To be an efficient and flexible member of the phlebotomy team assisting in the delivery of the service.

To communicate with patients in a mature, discreet and professional manner, with due regard to confidentiality.

The post holder may be required to liaise with other healthcare professionals in person or by telephone.

To work as a team within Phlebotomy following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure a high quality service.

To comply with the standard operating procedures pertaining to the centrifugation and bar coding of samples and order comms.

To work within the written Policies and Procedures of the Department especially in relation to Health and Safety, and Quality.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Job summary

Specialist OrthoptistDepartment: OrthopticsBand: 6 £39,959 - £48,117 per annum. Pro rata if part-timeHours: 37.5 per week. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic orthoptist to join our friendly and supportive team of 6 orthoptists as part of a wider multidisciplinary eye clinic. The MKUH ophthalmology department is in a new Community Diagnostic Centre 5 minutes away from the main hospital site within the city centre. It comprises of orthoptic rooms, consulting rooms, optometry rooms, treatment rooms and a theatre. Orthoptists with relevant previous clinical experience will be recruited to band 6, with the opportunity to undertake and develop skills in extended roles (depending on departmental requirements). These specialist areas may include SEN clinics, biometry, intravitreal injections, paediatric ECLO and stroke ward work.New graduate orthoptists are also welcome to apply and will be appointed at band 5 level and work through a clinical skills toolkit to help their career development. The department has supported and mentored new graduates who benefit from our preceptorship scheme which has enabled them to develop to a band 6 role. We have a recognised BIOS mentor and are actively involved in both CPD and clinical audit.Informal enquiries are welcome. Please contact: Maneeta Morarji Head Orthoptist on 01908 995526 option 5 or e-mail [email protected]

Interview date: 10 November 2026

Main duties of the job

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'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'

To provide orthoptic services as an autonomous practitioner, working within professional guidelines and policies, to provide a comprehensive and competent orthoptic service to both paediatric and adult patients within the hospital and other locations as required.

To provide assessment, diagnosis, management and treatment of patients presenting with a wide range of ophthalmic and ocular motility disorders.

Undertake one or more specialised orthoptic clinic roles such as stroke, orthoptic screening, intravitreal injections, ECLO, biometry clinics and assessment of children with additional needs (special educational needs / visual impairment / specific learning difficulties).

To independently assess and manage complex neurological patients, referring on to the consultant ophthalmologist as required.

Participate in departmental education programme, including the training of orthoptic undergraduate students, pre-registration optometrists, junior doctors, health visitors, school nurses and others.

To act as a source of expertise on the management of ocular motility disorders to patients, other healthcare professionals, GPs and consultants

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.

Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

430-SURG26-1051A

Job locations

Orthoptics (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Join #TeamSurgery at Milton Keynes University Hospital

The surgery division at MKUH, which covers specialties including theatres and the Intensive Care Unit, offers a variety of roles and opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical. The division are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and forward-thinking professionals to join the team.

MKUH is one of the leading hospitals in Europe for implementing robotics to assist in surgery, becoming the first in the continent to use the CMR Versius robot for gynaecological surgery. Since its introduction in 2019, the theatres team have completed over 500 surgical cases, the first hospital in the UK to reach this milestone, achieving this in March 2023.

As well as being an innovator in robotics, the Trust is proud to be part of the New Hospital Programme, with plans to expand and increase our surgical capacity to meet the health needs of our communities now and in the future.

With a leading benefits package, and a growing hospital estate to meet one of the fastest growing populations in the country, it is a great time to join MKUH.

Find out more about working in #TeamSurgery at MKUH from the people who work across the division in the video below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mYel-Y9nrU

Clinical responsibilities

Work autonomously, within professional boundaries, taking sole responsibility for the orthoptic assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients referred from ophthalmology including booked urgent service, vision screening, paediatrics, stroke, and maxillofacial services. This will include babies, children and adults with varied complexity of medical conditions and neurological disorders.

Assess and diagnose paediatric and adult new and follow up patients. Develop and manage a specialised programme of care appropriate to the needs of the individual patient. This involves using clinical reasoning and a wide range of treatment skills, communicating effectively with patients and parents / carers. Assess understanding and gaining informed consent to the recommended treatment plan. Adhere to any national and local guidelines

Duties include one or more of the following (depending on specific departmental requirements and training):

Carry out A-scan biometry and contact / immersion measurements using specialised equipment. Perform IOP and keratometry measurements and instil eye drops as required. Liaise with the ophthalmologist regarding accurate power selection of intra-ocular lens implant. Take personal responsibility for correct machine calibration and follow guidelines to minimise possible infection risks.

To assist the surgeon with specialised A-scan immersion biometry as part of the MDT team in theatre for patients under GA. This requires taking accurate measurements to assist the surgeon with complex patients with high-risk co-morbidities during cataract surgery.

NON-CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Work as an effective member of the orthoptic team, liaising with the Deputy Head Orthoptist regarding clinic management and staff deployment.

Triage referrals into the Orthoptic department according to departmental policy. Log referral details onto orthoptic database.

Communication

To have excellent and highly developed communication skills with all staff, patients, and parents / carers of patients.Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed prior to consent for treatment

Personal Development

Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the HCPC.Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time.

Delivering a quality service

Deliver care according to NSF, CQC, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care.Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures

Team working

Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice.Support and encourage colleagues with development and training. Be able to challenge any complacency or actions that are not in the interest of the public and/or users of services.

Please refer to the attached job description for further information

Job description Job responsibilities Join #TeamSurgery at Milton Keynes University Hospital The surgery division at MKUH, which covers specialties including theatres and the Intensive Care Unit, offers a variety of roles and opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical. The division are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and forward-thinking professionals to join the team. MKUH is one of the leading hospitals in Europe for implementing robotics to assist in surgery, becoming the first in the continent to use the CMR Versius robot for gynaecological surgery. Since its introduction in 2019, the theatres team have completed over 500 surgical cases, the first hospital in the UK to reach this milestone, achieving this in March 2023. As well as being an innovator in robotics, the Trust is proud to be part of the New Hospital Programme, with plans to expand and increase our surgical capacity to meet the health needs of our communities now and in the future. With a leading benefits package, and a growing hospital estate to meet one of the fastest growing populations in the country, it is a great time to join MKUH. Find out more about working in #TeamSurgery at MKUH from the people who work across the division in the video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mYel-Y9nrU Clinical responsibilities Work autonomously, within professional boundaries, taking sole responsibility for the orthoptic assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients referred from ophthalmology including booked urgent service, vision screening, paediatrics, stroke, and maxillofacial services. This will include babies, children and adults with varied complexity of medical conditions and neurological disorders. Assess and diagnose paediatric and adult new and follow up patients. Develop and manage a specialised programme of care appropriate to the needs of the individual patient. This involves using clinical reasoning and a wide range of treatment skills, communicating effectively with patients and parents / carers. Assess understanding and gaining informed consent to the recommended treatment plan. Adhere to any national and local guidelines Duties include one or more of the following (depending on specific departmental requirements and training): Carry out A-scan biometry and contact / immersion measurements using specialised equipment. Perform IOP and keratometry measurements and instil eye drops as required. Liaise with the ophthalmologist regarding accurate power selection of intra-ocular lens implant. Take personal responsibility for correct machine calibration and follow guidelines to minimise possible infection risks. To assist the surgeon with specialised A-scan immersion biometry as part of the MDT team in theatre for patients under GA. This requires taking accurate measurements to assist the surgeon with complex patients with high-risk co-morbidities during cataract surgery. NON-CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Work as an effective member of the orthoptic team, liaising with the Deputy Head Orthoptist regarding clinic management and staff deployment. Triage referrals into the Orthoptic department according to departmental policy. Log referral details onto orthoptic database. Communication To have excellent and highly developed communication skills with all staff, patients, and parents / carers of patients.Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed prior to consent for treatment Personal Development Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the HCPC.Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time. Delivering a quality service Deliver care according to NSF, CQC, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care.Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures Team working Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice.Support and encourage colleagues with development and training. Be able to challenge any complacency or actions that are not in the interest of the public and/or users of services. Please refer to the attached job description for further information

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Orthoptics
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• BIOS membership

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of participation in a variety of paediatric orthoptic clinic scenarios
• Experience of adult orthoptic assessment

Desirable

• Previous experience in SEN clinics
• Previous experience in biometry clinics
• Use of ophthalmic equipment (eg Goldmann, IOL master, auto refractor, focimeter)
• Experience in teaching other health care professionals
• Audit / presentation experience
• CPD evidence
• Knowledge of safeguarding

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously and take responsibility for own caseload, working on own initiative
• Ability to seek advice and guidance where necessary from senior colleagues
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills

Personal and people development

Essential

• To be approachable, enthusiastic and able to work under pressure
• To show a willingness and ability to learn and develop new skills in line with departmental requirements
• Willingness to teach/train new staff members, students, and other staff when appropriate

Communication

Essential

• Excellent communication skills with all patients and staff, both verbal and written
• Ability to communicate with all age groups of patients
• Ability to communicate with various staff at different levels

Specific requirements

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team

Person Specification Qualifications and knowledge Essential Degree/Diploma in Orthoptics HCPC Registration Desirable BIOS membership Experience Essential Evidence of participation in a variety of paediatric orthoptic clinic scenarios Experience of adult orthoptic assessment Desirable Previous experience in SEN clinics Previous experience in biometry clinics Use of ophthalmic equipment (eg Goldmann, IOL master, auto refractor, focimeter) Experience in teaching other health care professionals Audit / presentation experience CPD evidence Knowledge of safeguarding Skills Essential Ability to work autonomously and take responsibility for own caseload, working on own initiative Ability to seek advice and guidance where necessary from senior colleagues Effective time management and prioritisation skills Personal and people development Essential To be approachable, enthusiastic and able to work under pressure To show a willingness and ability to learn and develop new skills in line with departmental requirements Willingness to teach/train new staff members, students, and other staff when appropriate Communication Essential Excellent communication skills with all patients and staff, both verbal and written Ability to communicate with all age groups of patients Ability to communicate with various staff at different levels Specific requirements Essential Able to work as part of a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Orthoptics (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Orthoptics (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you interested in an exciting career in clinical research?

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK and single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England.

Research & Innovation at MFT is dedicated to driving continuous improvement in the care our patients receive through clinical research. We support research across a diverse range of clinical areas and deliver improved diagnostics, treatments and devices for patients in Manchester and beyond

Our vision is to improve the health and quality of life of our diverse population by building an organisation that:

Excels in quality, safety, patient experience, research, innovation and teaching

Attracts, develops and retains great people

Is recognised internationally as a leading healthcare provider

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a band 4 research practitioner who is highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is capable of contributing to the development of research within the Eye research team.

The Team facilitates and supports the delivery of research within Ophthalmology services, enabling patients to access innovative research opportunities and contributing to the advancement of eye care. The Research Practitioner will support the delivery of clinical research studies by undertaking a range of clinical and research-related activities, including venipuncture, recording vital signs, collecting and accurately documenting study data, administering and supporting the completion of patient questionnaires, and coordinating and planning participant study visits. The post holder will work closely with investigators, research nurses and multidisciplinary teams to ensure studies are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice(GCP)and regulatory requirements. Full training and support will be provided to develop specialist skills in ophthalmology assessments, imaging techniques and study-specific procedures.

Prior clinical research experience is not essential, but advantageous. Ideally you will have experience of the NHS and working within a clinical or patient facing environment.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-RES-8265159-RL4

Job locations

Manchester Royal Eye Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M139WL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

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To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

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Job description Job responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum NVQ 3 plus additional experience OR NVQ4

Desirable

• Degree in scientific/healthcare discipline

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge /undersatnding of healthcare environments
• Knowledge of ICH- Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research
• Medical knowledge/ terminology specific to the speciality
• Knowledge of clinical governance

Desirable

• Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures

Training and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a clinical or patient facing environment
• Proven experience of working to deadlines
• Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
• Experience of working in a research environment

Desirable

• Data management experience
• Research experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Awareness and respect for confidentiality
• Demonstrate IT skills
• Clinical skills, including venepuncture

Desirable

• Knowledge of information governance
• Knowledge of patient information systems i.e HIVE/Epic
• Can perform Visual acuity assessment(without refraction) and perform basic imaging

Attributes

Essential

• Proactive and able to work on own initiative
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Team player
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Ability to delegate where appropriate
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Self-motivated, Innovative Conscientious and hard working
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Ability to work to tight and / or unexpected deadlines
• Willingness to undertake training
• Willingness to travel across multiple sites as indicated
• Ability to work flexible shift pattern including cross- site working as required

Desirable

• Ability to troubleshoot effectively

Others

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust values

Desirable

• Interest in different speciality research delivery
• Awareness of research at MFT/opthalmology research

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Minimum NVQ 3 plus additional experience OR NVQ4 Desirable Degree in scientific/healthcare discipline Knowledge Essential Knowledge /undersatnding of healthcare environments Knowledge of ICH- Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research Medical knowledge/ terminology specific to the speciality Knowledge of clinical governance Desirable Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures Training and Experience Essential Experience of working in a clinical or patient facing environment Proven experience of working to deadlines Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload Experience of working in a research environment Desirable Data management experience Research experience Skills & Abilities Essential Excellent communication skills Awareness and respect for confidentiality Demonstrate IT skills Clinical skills, including venepuncture Desirable Knowledge of information governance Knowledge of patient information systems i.e HIVE/Epic Can perform Visual acuity assessment(without refraction) and perform basic imaging Attributes Essential Proactive and able to work on own initiative Ability to organise and prioritise own workload Team player Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure Ability to delegate where appropriate Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Self-motivated, Innovative Conscientious and hard working Tactful and diplomatic Ability to work to tight and / or unexpected deadlines Willingness to undertake training Willingness to travel across multiple sites as indicated Ability to work flexible shift pattern including cross- site working as required Desirable Ability to troubleshoot effectively Others Essential Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust values Desirable Interest in different speciality research delivery Awareness of research at MFT/opthalmology research

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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Manchester Royal Eye Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M139WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Manchester Royal Eye Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M139WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

There is an exciting opportunity to join the department of Anaesthesia & Critical Care at The Christies main site in Withington, Manchester as a Clinical Fellow in Anaesthesia and Critical Care.The post complements a team of 24 Consultants in Anaesthesia and/or Critical Care, 7 SAS Doctors, 3 fellows and 2 trainees & 1 ANP.The ideal candidate must have completed their Foundation programmes (or equivalent) and ideally will have experience of emergency medicine, surgery or anaesthesia training at core level.The post is particularly suitable post for doctors considering careers in ICM, anaesthesia or other acute specialities.The successful candidate will gain valuable experience working within an integrated oncological critical care service, led by a dedicated Critical Care consultant team, delivering high quality patient care.Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of commencement is required

Main duties of the job

This role provides senior cover on the OCCU medical rota. This is a resident rota covering the critical care unit and management of critically unwell patients throughout the hospital during the day. You will be supported by a senior, airway trained registrar on-site.The successful candidate will be based on the Oncology Critical Care Unit (OCCU) which is a state-of-the-art eight-bedded facility. The eight bedded unit supports the care of all the patient's undergoing treatment at The Christie's Withington site, the unit delivers around 600 patient episodes per year; 60% of which are surgical.

The post holder will provide resident medical cover for the Oncological Critical Care Unit (OCCU). The role requires the post holder to provide support for the Cardiac Arrest, Outreach and Acute Pain Teams at The Christie, under the supervision of a consultant.Although not a recognised teaching post, we will look to cater learning and teaching opportunities to the successful candidate based on their individual career aspirations and goals.The critical care service complements a comprehensive range of cancer specialties including surgical, clinical, medical, and haematological oncology

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

The postholder will contribute to the delivery of high quality consultant led care across 7 days. This includes participation in planned weekend and weekday clinical activity to support safe, timely decision making and continuity of care for patients

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,355 to £76,582 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-MD-RR2026-000183M-DM

Job locations

Oncology Critical Care Medical - E00347

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe medical establishment currently provides 24 Consultants in Anaesthesia and/or Critical Care, 7 SAS Doctors, 3 fellows and 2 trainees, 1 ANP.

The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to the Oncological Critical Care Unit (OCCU) and support for the Cardiac Arrest, Outreach and Acute Pain Teams at The Christie. Additionally, the post will offer regular time tabled supervised sessions in clinical Anaesthesia, and time for supportive activities such as audit and research.

• Administration:

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and handoversParticipate in MDT meetings and departmental audit cycles

• Teaching

Contribute to in-house anaesthetic teaching and education of resident doctors and medical students.Opportunity to assist in regional teaching programmes.

• Research

Engage in national and local research/audit projects, such as NELA and PQIP.Support the design and analysis of quality improvement initiatives.

• Communication and working relationships

Work collaboratively with the OCCU Team, Outreach, theatre staff, surgeons, and acute pain team.Communicate effectively with patients and carers, especially in complex cancer care settings.

• Governance, quality and risk management

Adhere to Trust policies and GMC guidance on professional standardsParticipate in clinical governance meetings, incident reviews and morbidity and mortality meetings where appropriate.

• Professional development:

Dedicated SDT time to support CPD, appraisal and revalidation activities.Encouraged to attend conferences and external educational courses.

• Education and training:

Access to structured learning resources within The Christie School of Oncology

• Support and office facilities:

Shared office space with IT access.Anaesthetic support from the anaesthetic Directorate.

• Mentoring:

Clinical and educational supervision provided by a named consultant.Regular job planning and progression reviews.

Continuing Professional DevelopmentThe Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.

Role PlanningThe role will include an average approximately 40 hours/week of clinical duties in CCU and theatres. Shifts will include long days covering the critical care unit; in addition to short days on critical care or in theatres.

Over a 12 week rolling rota period, it is anticipated that the postholder will complete approximately:16 x 12.5 hour long day shifts on CCU (weekdays)14 x 10 hour short day shifts on CCU12 x 9.5 hour Theatre shifts

In addition to the above, it is anticipated that the postholder will receive approximately 2 hours of self development time per week to contribute to audit, research, training and quality improvement projects. There are also opportunities to attend and become involved with other anaesthetic-led services at the Christie; including CPET/Pre-op Clinics/Acute Pain Rounds/Chronic Pain clinics and interventions.

All post-holders will be given a named clinical and educational supervisor.

Currently, the job description does not include any night shifts or weekend working. However, it is highly anticipated that over the course of the contract period; the role will change, and the postholder will be required to participate in nights and weekend working, under the direct supervision of a senior doctor.

Weekend working will consist of clinical activities that are scheduled in advance and reviewed where required as work schedules are reviewed, taking account of service needs.

On call CommitmentsThe postholder will contribute to resident daytime and evening cover on the oncological critical care unit. This is a resident rota covering the critical care unit, and supporting the management of critically unwell patients throughout the hospital under the direct supervision of a consultant. The postholder will have to complete 16 resident long day shifts over the course of a 12-week period.

As stipulated above, currently, the job description does not include any night shifts or weekend working. However, it is highly anticipated that over the course of the contract period; the role will change, and the postholder will be required to participate in nights and weekend working, under the direct supervision of a senior doctor.

Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe medical establishment currently provides 24 Consultants in Anaesthesia and/or Critical Care, 7 SAS Doctors, 3 fellows and 2 trainees, 1 ANP. The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to the Oncological Critical Care Unit (OCCU) and support for the Cardiac Arrest, Outreach and Acute Pain Teams at The Christie. Additionally, the post will offer regular time tabled supervised sessions in clinical Anaesthesia, and time for supportive activities such as audit and research. Administration: Maintain accurate clinical documentation and handoversParticipate in MDT meetings and departmental audit cycles Teaching Contribute to in-house anaesthetic teaching and education of resident doctors and medical students.Opportunity to assist in regional teaching programmes. Research Engage in national and local research/audit projects, such as NELA and PQIP.Support the design and analysis of quality improvement initiatives. Communication and working relationships Work collaboratively with the OCCU Team, Outreach, theatre staff, surgeons, and acute pain team.Communicate effectively with patients and carers, especially in complex cancer care settings. Governance, quality and risk management Adhere to Trust policies and GMC guidance on professional standardsParticipate in clinical governance meetings, incident reviews and morbidity and mortality meetings where appropriate. Professional development: Dedicated SDT time to support CPD, appraisal and revalidation activities.Encouraged to attend conferences and external educational courses. Education and training: Access to structured learning resources within The Christie School of Oncology Support and office facilities: Shared office space with IT access.Anaesthetic support from the anaesthetic Directorate. Mentoring: Clinical and educational supervision provided by a named consultant.Regular job planning and progression reviews. Continuing Professional DevelopmentThe Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. Role PlanningThe role will include an average approximately 40 hours/week of clinical duties in CCU and theatres. Shifts will include long days covering the critical care unit; in addition to short days on critical care or in theatres. Over a 12 week rolling rota period, it is anticipated that the postholder will complete approximately:16 x 12.5 hour long day shifts on CCU (weekdays)14 x 10 hour short day shifts on CCU12 x 9.5 hour Theatre shifts In addition to the above, it is anticipated that the postholder will receive approximately 2 hours of self development time per week to contribute to audit, research, training and quality improvement projects. There are also opportunities to attend and become involved with other anaesthetic-led services at the Christie; including CPET/Pre-op Clinics/Acute Pain Rounds/Chronic Pain clinics and interventions. All post-holders will be given a named clinical and educational supervisor. Currently, the job description does not include any night shifts or weekend working. However, it is highly anticipated that over the course of the contract period; the role will change, and the postholder will be required to participate in nights and weekend working, under the direct supervision of a senior doctor. Weekend working will consist of clinical activities that are scheduled in advance and reviewed where required as work schedules are reviewed, taking account of service needs. On call CommitmentsThe postholder will contribute to resident daytime and evening cover on the oncological critical care unit. This is a resident rota covering the critical care unit, and supporting the management of critically unwell patients throughout the hospital under the direct supervision of a consultant. The postholder will have to complete 16 resident long day shifts over the course of a 12-week period. As stipulated above, currently, the job description does not include any night shifts or weekend working. However, it is highly anticipated that over the course of the contract period; the role will change, and the postholder will be required to participate in nights and weekend working, under the direct supervision of a senior doctor.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Medical Degree
• GMC registration

Desirable

• Primary FRCA, MRCP, MCEM or equivalent

Training

Essential

• Advanced Life Support

Desirable

• Airway skills
• Higher competencies in Anaesthesia and/or Intensive care Medicine (ICM), e.g. CVC/Arterial line insertion, etc

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 3 months experience in ICM, Anaesthesia, acute/emergency medicine.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of audit
• Minimum of 1 Year NHS Experience

Desirable

• 6-12 months experience in Anesthesia and Critical care
• Evidence of active participation in clinical audit

Personal skills

Essential

• Good communication skills in verbal and written English
• Good interpersonal skills
• Working well in a multi- disciplinary team Calm, efficient under pressure
• Knowing when to ask for help
• To recognise personal limitations but to work competently within these boundaries
• Reliable, punctual, hard- working, enthusiastic.

Desirable

• Awareness of specific needs of patients and carers, issues relating to service provision for cancer patients in hospital and the community.
• Empathy with patients and carers involved in tertiary treatments and understanding of their special needs.

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of an interest in teaching and supporting the learning of medical students and/or junior healthcare professionals

Desirable

• Formal teaching qualification or completion of a recognised teaching course
• Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating structured teaching sessions or courses

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Medical Degree GMC registration Desirable Primary FRCA, MRCP, MCEM or equivalent Training Essential Advanced Life Support Desirable Airway skills Higher competencies in Anaesthesia and/or Intensive care Medicine (ICM), e.g. CVC/Arterial line insertion, etc Experience Essential Minimum 3 months experience in ICM, Anaesthesia, acute/emergency medicine. Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of audit Minimum of 1 Year NHS Experience Desirable 6-12 months experience in Anesthesia and Critical care Evidence of active participation in clinical audit Personal skills Essential Good communication skills in verbal and written English Good interpersonal skills Working well in a multi- disciplinary team Calm, efficient under pressure Knowing when to ask for help To recognise personal limitations but to work competently within these boundaries Reliable, punctual, hard- working, enthusiastic. Desirable Awareness of specific needs of patients and carers, issues relating to service provision for cancer patients in hospital and the community. Empathy with patients and carers involved in tertiary treatments and understanding of their special needs. Teaching Essential Evidence of an interest in teaching and supporting the learning of medical students and/or junior healthcare professionals Desirable Formal teaching qualification or completion of a recognised teaching course Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating structured teaching sessions or courses

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

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Oncology Critical Care Medical - E00347

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Oncology Critical Care Medical - E00347

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and self-directed Research Nurse or Clinical Trials Coordinator to join the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Heart and Lung Research Institute (VPD-HLRI) Clinical Research Facility (CRF) and play a key role in delivering the POSITION study, part of the CG-TIC programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative clinical research that aims to advance our understanding of respiratory disease while supporting the development of future healthcare interventions. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, recruiting, consenting, and supporting research participants, helping to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, patient-centred research.

Based within the VPD-HLRI Clinical Research Facility, you will work across both the Heart and Lung Research Institute and Royal Papworth Hospital as part of a multidisciplinary research team. You will be involved in all aspects of study delivery, from participant recruitment and trial coordination through to data collection and study close-out.

Applicants should have experience supporting clinical research studies and working with patients in a clinical setting. A recognised clinical research qualification, such as Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification, is desirable. Previous NHS experience and experience within a relevant specialty area would be advantageous.

You will be based at the VPD-HLRI and Royal Papworth Hospital on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for coordinating study activities, arranging and conducting participant visits, obtaining informed consent, collecting high-quality research data, and ensuring compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and research governance standards. You will work closely with investigators, clinical teams, academic collaborators, sponsors, and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the study.

As a key member of the Research Team, you will be responsible for the delivery of the POSITION study at the VPD Heart and Lung Research Institute Clinical Research Facility and Royal Papworth Hospital.

This role offers a balance of collaborative team working and individual responsibility within a supportive and dynamic research environment. In addition to coordinating clinical trials, you will receive training and support to develop and maintain research-specific clinical competencies, including venepuncture, ECG recording, vital signs assessment, sample processing, and centrifugation.

The successful applicant will be part of the VPD-HLRI Clinical Research Facility (CRF) team undertaking trials within the Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. You will liaise closely with HLRI-CRF team members, clinical trial delivery teams, and support R&D teams and study sponsor representatives. You will be expected to operate with minimum supervision in organising and planning your own workload.

About us

Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's leading heart and lung hospital, delivering care to more than 50,000 patients a year in its new state-of-the-art hospital in Cambridge. We perform the most heart and/or lung transplants in the UK and carried out the UK's first successful heart transplant in 1979. It also offers emergency heart attack treatment, sleep centre care and is one of just five centres nationally for those in severe respiratory failure.

Based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus the largest centre of medical research and health science in Europe the Trust is at the heart of treatments of the future. Royal Papworth became the first hospital trust in the country to be rated outstanding in all five areas assessed by the Care Quality Commission - a rating it still holds today. The Trust holds its values of compassion, excellence & collaboration at its core, and all colleagues joining the team are expected to uphold these in their day-to-day roles & interactions. Royal Papworth is proud of its diverse workforce and encourages people to embrace their individuality.

The Trust values difference and welcomes all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion & belief, sex and sexual orientation. Providing they meet the minimum post criteria, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview.

For a street view tour: https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/virtual-tour

Job summary

Rugby Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to work across our 12 GP Practices in the Rugby area, under the supervision of the Practice-based Clinical Pharmacists. You'll join our growing Pharmacy team, to support and ensure the delivery of safe, effective, efficient systems for repeat prescribing and medicine optimisation to reduce medicine waste and maximise patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will be confident working independently, handling the technical administration related to the role, whilst working under appropriate clinical supervision to ensure safe, effective and efficient use of medicines. You will be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and enrolled in, undertaking or qualified from, an approved training pathway i.e. CPPE Primary care Education Pathway training unless otherwise exempt.

The role is 100% practice-based,and the successful candidate will demonstrate innovative ideas, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm and motivation. You will be patient-facing, dealing with daily medication requests and queries, communicating with patients and Community Pharmacies and with responsibility for encouraging the development of better understanding of the principles of medicines optimisation throughout the practice teams, promoting good practice in line with therapeutic developments. You will assist the Practices in achieving national requirements, NICE implementation and utilisation of medicines optimisation initiatives.

Main duties of the job

This position is available on either a full-time or part-time basis. For part-time candidates, a minimum commitment of 3 days per week is required, with a fixed work pattern of Monday to Wednesday inclusive.

Duties include:

Undertake patient facing and patient supporting roles to ensure effective medicines use

Carry out medicines optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration (e.g. checking inhaler technique), supporting medication reviews, and medicines reconciliation. Where required, utilise consultation skills to work in partnership with patients to ensure they use their medicines effectively;

Support, as determined by the PCN, medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new care home patients and synchronising medicines for patient transfers between care settings and linking with local community pharmacists.

Provide specialist expertise, where competent, to address both the public health and social care needs of patients, including lifestyle advice, service information, and help in tackling local health inequalities; e. take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaising with specialist pharmacists for more complex patients;

Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing;

Assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation and management incentive schemes and patient safety audits;

Please see JD for further duties - see documents

About us

Important Information

Right to work checks

All applicants invited for interview will need to prove their right to work in the UK at the interview stage

We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Interviews will take place in mid-October 2026.

Please ensure you complete all sections of the application form fully and accurately as incomplete applications may not be shortlisted.

Applications will only be accepted via the NHS Job Portal, individual CVs will not be accepted.

Rugby Health is a private company limited by shares, wholly owned by all the Rugby GP practices. As a GP led organisation, we represent 12 GP practice shareholders and cover over 126,500 patients. We describe our work as building on the core of current primary care services and enable greater provision of proactive, personalised, coordinated and more integrated health and social care. Our aim is to move from reactively providing appointments to proactively caring for the people and communities we serve.

Why Work For Us?

On-site parking at GP practices where available

Flexible hours and working arrangements considered from day 1

Dynamic and adaptable team

Training and support, enabling you to develop within the role as you will be actively supported to complete the appropriate CPD

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£36,261 a year (FTE) with eligibility for NHS Pension Scheme

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A5360-26-0011

Job locations

Various locations across the PCN footprint

Head Office - Clifton Rd Surgery

Rugby

Warwickshire

CV21 3QF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Technician has the following key clinical, and technical and administrative responsibilities, in delivering health services:

Clinical Responsibilities:

Undertake patient facing and patient supporting roles to ensure effective medicines use, through shared decision-making conversations with patients;

Carry out medicines optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration (e.g. checking inhaler technique), supporting medication reviews, and medicines reconciliation. Where required, utilise consultation skills to work in partnership with patients to ensure they use their medicines effectively;

Support, as determined by the PCN, medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new care home patients and synchronising medicines for patient transfers between care settings and linking with local community pharmacists.

Provide specialist expertise, where competent, to address both the public health and social care needs of patients, including lifestyle advice, service information, and help in tackling local health inequalitie; i.e. take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaising with specialist pharmacists for more complex patients;

Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaising with specialist pharmacists for more complex patients;

Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing;

Assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation and management incentive schemes and patient safety audits;

Support the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g. use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced services;

Technical and Administrative Responsibilities:

Work with the PCN multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation, including implementing efficient ordering and return processes, and reducing wastage;

Supervise practice reception teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests, so as to allow GPs and clinical pharmacists to review the more clinically complex requests;

Provide leadership for medicines optimisation systems across the PCN, supporting practices with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing Electronic Prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems, and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicines;

Provide training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines, including the implementation of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)

Develop relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care, and mental health

Handle specific information, which may be sensitive, complex or confidential and appropriately recording, transferring and/or coordinating such information in accordance with the Data Protection Act; Caldicott Guidelines and the Confidentiality Code of Conduct To be responsible for the organisation and planning of own workload to meet set deadlines

To undertake learning and development to maintain the required knowledge and skills for practice-based work

To carry out other duties which are appropriate to the skills and competencies of the post holder and grade of the post as the priorities of the service change

Any other duties as may be requested by the Clinical Lead or Operations Director of the PCN

Job description Job responsibilities Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Pharmacy Technician has the following key clinical, and technical and administrative responsibilities, in delivering health services:Clinical Responsibilities: Undertake patient facing and patient supporting roles to ensure effective medicines use, through shared decision-making conversations with patients; Carry out medicines optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration (e.g. checking inhaler technique), supporting medication reviews, and medicines reconciliation. Where required, utilise consultation skills to work in partnership with patients to ensure they use their medicines effectively; Support, as determined by the PCN, medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new care home patients and synchronising medicines for patient transfers between care settings and linking with local community pharmacists.Provide specialist expertise, where competent, to address both the public health and social care needs of patients, including lifestyle advice, service information, and help in tackling local health inequalitie; i.e. take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaising with specialist pharmacists for more complex patients; Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaising with specialist pharmacists for more complex patients; Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing; Assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation and management incentive schemes and patient safety audits; Support the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g. use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced services;Technical and Administrative Responsibilities: Work with the PCN multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation, including implementing efficient ordering and return processes, and reducing wastage; Supervise practice reception teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests, so as to allow GPs and clinical pharmacists to review the more clinically complex requests; Provide leadership for medicines optimisation systems across the PCN, supporting practices with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing Electronic Prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems, and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicines; Provide training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines, including the implementation of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) Develop relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care, and mental health Handle specific information, which may be sensitive, complex or confidential and appropriately recording, transferring and/or coordinating such information in accordance with the Data Protection Act; Caldicott Guidelines and the Confidentiality Code of Conduct To be responsible for the organisation and planning of own workload to meet set deadlines To undertake learning and development to maintain the required knowledge and skills for practice-based work To carry out other duties which are appropriate to the skills and competencies of the post holder and grade of the post as the priorities of the service change Any other duties as may be requested by the Clinical Lead or Operations Director of the PCN

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Comfortably computer literate with an ability to use clinical systems (desirable) and Microsoft office packages (essential)
• Understand the aims of current healthcare policy within the PCN
• Able to analyse and interpret prescribing data
• Has attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily
• Able to effectively manage allocated resources
• Has a planned and organised approach with an ability to prioritise their own workload to meet strict deadlines
• Able to think analytically; anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead; using analytical techniques to draw logical solutions to problems
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to adjust communication style and content to suit the audience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with team members, patients, carers, and other healthcare professionals. Whilst recognising peoples needs for alternative methods of communication
• Influencing and negotiating skills
• An excellent understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues

Desirable

• EMIS User Skills
• Experience of medicines reconciliation
• Understanding of community pharmacy systems
• Ability to develop and implement policy and procedure to sustain a quality service
• Understanding of QOF/PCN DES/IIF

Qualifications

Essential

• GpHC Registration as a Pharmacy Technician
• BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmacy services
• Enrolled in, undertaking, or qualified from, an approved training pathway e.g., the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP)

Desirable

• Accredited checking technician

Other

Essential

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle as travel across the PCN network is required to fulfill business needs
• Self-motivated and proactive self-starter
• Adaptable

Person Specification Experience Essential Comfortably computer literate with an ability to use clinical systems (desirable) and Microsoft office packages (essential) Understand the aims of current healthcare policy within the PCN Able to analyse and interpret prescribing data Has attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily Able to effectively manage allocated resources Has a planned and organised approach with an ability to prioritise their own workload to meet strict deadlines Able to think analytically; anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead; using analytical techniques to draw logical solutions to problems Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to adjust communication style and content to suit the audience Excellent verbal and written communication skills with team members, patients, carers, and other healthcare professionals. Whilst recognising peoples needs for alternative methods of communication Influencing and negotiating skills An excellent understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues Desirable EMIS User Skills Experience of medicines reconciliation Understanding of community pharmacy systems Ability to develop and implement policy and procedure to sustain a quality service Understanding of QOF/PCN DES/IIF Qualifications Essential GpHC Registration as a Pharmacy Technician BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmacy services Enrolled in, undertaking, or qualified from, an approved training pathway e.g., the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP) Desirable Accredited checking technician Other Essential Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle as travel across the PCN network is required to fulfill business needs Self-motivated and proactive self-starter Adaptable

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

Rugby Health Limited

Address

Various locations across the PCN footprint

Head Office - Clifton Rd Surgery

Rugby

Warwickshire

CV21 3QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rugby Health Limited

Address

Various locations across the PCN footprint

Head Office - Clifton Rd Surgery

Rugby

Warwickshire

CV21 3QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP The Mount, a category C Prison located on the outskirts of Bovingdon Village in Hertfordshire.

• Secure Parking
• On site gym

Hours:

• Monday to Friday
• 37.5 hours per week
• 07.45 to 17.30
• No weekends or bank holidays

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £34,428 - £41,658 per annum - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

As part of your training, it is advantageous to travel to other CHEC hospitals to enhance your training and development through exposure to different teams and practices. This will be done within the normal working day. We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of community health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help. Are you a Theatre Practitioner who wants to continue helping people but need a better work life balance? If yes, then CHEC is your employer of choice

Main duties of the job

Our Theatre Practitioners play a key role in delivering patient-centred care across the entire ophthalmic pathway - from pre-admission and diagnostics to surgical support and post-operative recovery. At CHEC, Theatre Practitioners scrub and assist in a high-volume theatre environment, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth and efficient theatre lists. Were looking for dedicated practitioners who are committed to maintaining the highest standards of clinical care, safety, and service throughout the patient journey.

About us

Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care. CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England, including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services. CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment, this includes being aware of and adhering to all CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with the NHS Employment Check Standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Job summary

We're always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people and are passionate about the future of healthcare and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making it great. If you are organised, people-focused, and passionate about supporting healthcare education and development, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity for an Education Coordinator to join our People and Education Team.

Main duties of the job

As Education Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing, facilitating, and coordinating clinical placements and external education programmes across CHEC. Acting as a key link between the organisation and external stakeholders, you will ensure the effective planning, administration, and delivery of training and placement opportunities. The role is responsible for all aspects of education administration, from coordinating training schedules and placements to maintaining records, producing reports, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

About us

Since 2012, CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional, timely, locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care. CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS, offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England, including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services. CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment, this includes being aware of and adhering to all CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with the NHS Employment Check Standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Job summary

We are looking for a compassionate and highly motivated, experienced, Early Pregnancy nurse to join our team. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for caring for women undergoing a range of early pregnancy complications and gynaecology issues. This is a busy Outpatient Early Pregnancy Unit, seeing approximately 30 patients a day so EPU experience, a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of EPU pathways, patient care and treatment option, together with a proactive, dynamic and flexible approach are prerequisites of this role.

You will be working alongside a supportive and committed team. The service ethos is to provide time-critical rapid assessment of women, working closely with our ED, Gynaecology Doctors GPs Midwives and community providers.

You must have full NMC membership and a minimum of 6 months post registration experience within the NHS,preferably within EPU /Gynaecology to apply for this post.

Main duties of the job

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. To work within the Early Pregnancy Unit/Emergency Gynaecology Unit delivering high quality care and support to women.2. To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct patient care with supervision from senior staff.3. To support the Charge Nurse/Senior Sister to monitor the safety and quality of care for patients.4. To help in the management of running a busy clinic5. To ensure the compliance of mandatory training and appraisal requirements for delegated Healthcare Assistants.6. To ensure a positive focussed service incorporating patients' feedback to maintain and improve patient care.7. To act as an effective role model promoting excellence through practice.

You will familiarise yourself with the Trust's data protection policy which sets out its obligations under the General Data Protection Regulation and all other data protection legislation.

You must always comply with the Trust's data protection policy, and you agree that you will only access the systems, databases or networks to which you have been given authorisation.

About us

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.

Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.

We run major acute services at:

• Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
• St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
• Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
• Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.

We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.