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Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker-Staffs - Bank
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
North East England
Support Staff
Job summary Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector?
16 hour(s) ago
Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker-Staffs - Bank
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
North East England
Support Staff
Job summary Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector?
16 hour(s) ago
Deputy SARC Manager - West Midlands SARC
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
North East England
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service.
16 hour(s) ago
Deputy SARC Manager - West Midlands SARC
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
North East England
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service.
16 hour(s) ago
Deputy SARC Manager - West Midlands SARC
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
North East England
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service.
16 hour(s) ago
Deputy SARC Manager - West Midlands SARC
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
North East England
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service.
16 hour(s) ago
Sonographer
Korus Health
North East England
Radiographer
Job summary We are a small, dynamic company with a family feel and are excited to be looking to recruit two new sonographers to join our friendly and well su...
16 hour(s) ago
Sonographer
Korus Health
North East England
Radiographer
Job summary We are a small, dynamic company with a family feel and are excited to be looking to recruit two new sonographers to join our friendly and well su...
16 hour(s) ago
Sonographer
Korus Health
North East England
Radiographer
Job summary We are a small, dynamic company with a family feel and are excited to be looking to recruit two new sonographers to join our friendly and well su...
16 hour(s) ago
Sonographer
Korus Health
North East England
Radiographer
Job summary We are a small, dynamic company with a family feel and are excited to be looking to recruit two new sonographers to join our friendly and well su...
16 hour(s) ago
Medical receptionist/Care Navigator
Darwen Healthlink
North East England
GBP 0 - 13 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary We are looking to recruit a Medical Receptionist with a can do approach to join us in our fast paced practice.
16 hour(s) ago
Medical receptionist/Care Navigator
Darwen Healthlink
North East England
GBP 0 - 13 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary We are looking to recruit a Medical Receptionist with a can do approach to join us in our fast paced practice.
16 hour(s) ago
Relief Care Team Leader
Jewish Care
North East England
GBP 0 - 15 per year
Aged Care Worker
Job summary The Relief Care Team Leader will play an important role within the Care team at Otto Schiff on the Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus in Golders Gr...
16 hour(s) ago
Relief Care Team Leader
Jewish Care
North East England
GBP 0 - 15 per year
Aged Care Worker
Job summary The Relief Care Team Leader will play an important role within the Care team at Otto Schiff on the Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus in Golders Gr...
16 hour(s) ago
Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 5 - 25,377 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare where you can make a real difference to people living with cancer?
16 hour(s) ago
Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 5 - 25,377 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare where you can make a real difference to people living with cancer?
16 hour(s) ago
Nurse Consultant in Palliative Medicine
St Elizabeth Hospice
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary An opportunity has arisen to join the St Elizabeth Hospice team in Ipswich.
16 hour(s) ago
Nurse Consultant in Palliative Medicine
St Elizabeth Hospice
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary An opportunity has arisen to join the St Elizabeth Hospice team in Ipswich.
16 hour(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
GBP 0 - 26,632 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you looking for the next step in your career, in an environment where you can develop and specialise your skills?
16 hour(s) ago
Assistant Psychologist
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
GBP 0 - 26,632 per year
Psychologist
Job summary Are you looking for the next step in your career, in an environment where you can develop and specialise your skills?
16 hour(s) ago
Catering Assistant
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,058 per year
Food and Catering Officer
Job summary Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable peo...
16 hour(s) ago
Catering Assistant
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,058 per year
Food and Catering Officer
Job summary Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable peo...
16 hour(s) ago
Lead Administrator
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
Information Technology Specialist
Job summary Become a Lead Administrator with purpose, where your contribution is part of helping to change people's lives.
16 hour(s) ago
Lead Administrator
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
Information Technology Specialist
Job summary Become a Lead Administrator with purpose, where your contribution is part of helping to change people's lives.
16 hour(s) ago
Ward Manager
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
GBP 0 - 54,269 per year
Food and Catering Officer
Job summary Being a Ward Manager is more than just managing a team.
16 hour(s) ago
Ward Manager
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
GBP 0 - 54,269 per year
Food and Catering Officer
Job summary Being a Ward Manager is more than just managing a team.
16 hour(s) ago
Unit Lead
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
Nurse Manager
Job summary Being a Unit Lead is more than just managing a team.
16 hour(s) ago
Unit Lead
Elysium Healthcare
North East England
Nurse Manager
Job summary Being a Unit Lead is more than just managing a team.
16 hour(s) ago
Zest Registered Nurse
St Elizabeth Hospice
North East England
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of young people and their families and have experience of working with Learning Disabilit...
16 hour(s) ago
Zest Registered Nurse
St Elizabeth Hospice
North East England
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of young people and their families and have experience of working with Learning Disabilit...
16 hour(s) ago
Ward Clerk - A5
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary The Ward Clerk is an integral part of the ward team here on A5.
2 day(s) ago
Ward Clerk - A5
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary The Ward Clerk is an integral part of the ward team here on A5.
2 day(s) ago
Nursing Assistant
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,272 - 27,476 per year
Aged Care Worker
Job summary We're looking for compassionate and caring Healthcare Assistants with a passion to be a key part of the patient care journey here at Manchester U...
2 day(s) ago
Nursing Assistant
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,272 - 27,476 per year
Aged Care Worker
Job summary We're looking for compassionate and caring Healthcare Assistants with a passion to be a key part of the patient care journey here at Manchester U...
2 day(s) ago
Nursing Assistant
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,272 - 27,476 per year
Aged Care Worker
Job summary Wythenshawe Hospital is a major acute teaching hospital and part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust--one of the largest and most ambit...
2 day(s) ago
Nursing Assistant
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,272 - 27,476 per year
Aged Care Worker
Job summary Wythenshawe Hospital is a major acute teaching hospital and part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust--one of the largest and most ambit...
2 day(s) ago
Nursing Assistant
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,272 - 27,476 per year
Aged Care Worker
Job summary We are looking for a compassionate and motivated band 3 Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team within the Haematology Department at...
2 day(s) ago
Nursing Assistant
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,272 - 27,476 per year
Aged Care Worker
Job summary We are looking for a compassionate and motivated band 3 Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team within the Haematology Department at...
2 day(s) ago
Care Coordinator
Alma Medical Centre
North East England
Admin and Clerical
Job summary We are excited to offer an opportunity to join Alma Medical Centre as a Care Coordinator, a vital role within our friendly and supportive general...
2 day(s) ago
Care Coordinator
Alma Medical Centre
North East England
Admin and Clerical
Job summary We are excited to offer an opportunity to join Alma Medical Centre as a Care Coordinator, a vital role within our friendly and supportive general...
2 day(s) ago
Dispensary Lead
Ashley Surgery
North East England
Pharmacist
Job summary Ashley Surgery are looking for an experienced, organised, friendly and dynamic individual to join our Dispensary team for 30 hours per week.
2 day(s) ago
Dispensary Lead
Ashley Surgery
North East England
Pharmacist
Job summary Ashley Surgery are looking for an experienced, organised, friendly and dynamic individual to join our Dispensary team for 30 hours per week.
2 day(s) ago
Senior Buyer
Wessex Procurement Limited
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Purchasing and Supply
Job summary Wessex Procurement Limited (WPL) is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
2 day(s) ago
Senior Buyer
Wessex Procurement Limited
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Purchasing and Supply
Job summary Wessex Procurement Limited (WPL) is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
2 day(s) ago
Tobacco Dependency Advisor Band 4
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Health Worker
Job summary The Tobacco Dependency Advisor will support the delivery of a Trust-wide Tobacco Dependency Service, helping patients to quit smoking and improve...
2 day(s) ago
Tobacco Dependency Advisor Band 4
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Health Worker
Job summary The Tobacco Dependency Advisor will support the delivery of a Trust-wide Tobacco Dependency Service, helping patients to quit smoking and improve...
2 day(s) ago
Head of HR Services, HR Systems and Workforce Information
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Human Resources Officer
Job summary Are you an experienced HR leader who is passionate about people and providing excellent service?
2 day(s) ago
Head of HR Services, HR Systems and Workforce Information
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Human Resources Officer
Job summary Are you an experienced HR leader who is passionate about people and providing excellent service?
2 day(s) ago
Urgent Care Matron
East Berkshire Primary Care
North East England
GBP 55,000 - 60,000 per year
Nurse Manager
Job summary The Matron is a senior clinical leader responsible for providing visible, professional and operational leadership across the Urgent Care Centre,...
2 day(s) ago
Urgent Care Matron
East Berkshire Primary Care
North East England
GBP 55,000 - 60,000 per year
Nurse Manager
Job summary The Matron is a senior clinical leader responsible for providing visible, professional and operational leadership across the Urgent Care Centre,...
2 day(s) ago
Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker-Staffs - Bank
Mountain Healthcare Ltd View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381069
Job summary
Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector? How would you like to work for an innovative and market-leading organisation? This is the perfect opportunity for a compassionate person with a desire to help others at the greatest time of need.
Main duties of the job
Paediatric & Adult Administrator/Crisis Worker This role will include: providing telephone information and support. assisting in the administration and management process of an adult or child and their family visiting the Centre including preparing the patient and assisting in the collection of forensic evidence. supporting use of the colposcope and medical care, providing advocacy support for the patient and/or family, and ensuring a patient-centered service. ensuring that a high standard of DNA decontamination is maintained between forensic cases (cleaning). assisting patients and liaising with other agencies regarding the management of historic cases. As an organisation that 'does the right thing', we believe you will be empowered to make a difference. Please note, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, and Police vetting NVVP Level 2 checks. Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)b and 7(2)e. Our aim is to create and encourage an environment committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively and building on the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace, and we uphold these principles in our behaviours. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, rac
About us
Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK. A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
oc-1790866544-3ZSBJ
Job locations
Stoke-on-Trent
ST6 2JU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector? How would you like to work for an innovative and market-leading organisation? This is the perfect opportunity for a compassionate person with a desire to help others at the greatest time of need. The role of Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker is critical in providing victims of sexual assault with the dedicated support and care required. Acting as the advocate for patients who attend the Centre, you will empower them to feel in control and where applicable, support them during the forensic examination process. Each county has its own dedicated Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), the service has been commissioned to improve the immediate medical response and aftercare offered to victims of sexual assault and rape. Mountain Healthcare are a specialist business already providing similar services to 20 other SARCs in locations across the UK. For this role, you will work as part of a team of Crisis Workers on a zero-hours contract who will help cover the service (predominantly) out of office hours, including nights and weekends. Location: The Grange SARC, Staffordshire Additional Locations: Staffordshire SARCs Salary : The payment rates for this role are a shift retainer of £30.56 Monday - Friday and £40.24 Saturday - Sunday, plus additional attendance payment of £15.85 per hour for a minimum of 3 hours per case. Rota Patterns : 9am-5pm, 5pm-1am and 1am-9am, you will also be able to cover days, nights, and weekends. Job Opportunity Paediatric & Adult Administrator/Crisis Worker This role will include:
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector? How would you like to work for an innovative and market-leading organisation? This is the perfect opportunity for a compassionate person with a desire to help others at the greatest time of need. The role of Adult & Paediatric Crisis Worker is critical in providing victims of sexual assault with the dedicated support and care required. Acting as the advocate for patients who attend the Centre, you will empower them to feel in control and where applicable, support them during the forensic examination process. Each county has its own dedicated Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), the service has been commissioned to improve the immediate medical response and aftercare offered to victims of sexual assault and rape. Mountain Healthcare are a specialist business already providing similar services to 20 other SARCs in locations across the UK. For this role, you will work as part of a team of Crisis Workers on a zero-hours contract who will help cover the service (predominantly) out of office hours, including nights and weekends. Location: The Grange SARC, Staffordshire Additional Locations: Staffordshire SARCs Salary : The payment rates for this role are a shift retainer of £30.56 Monday - Friday and £40.24 Saturday - Sunday, plus additional attendance payment of £15.85 per hour for a minimum of 3 hours per case. Rota Patterns : 9am-5pm, 5pm-1am and 1am-9am, you will also be able to cover days, nights, and weekends. Job Opportunity Paediatric & Adult Administrator/Crisis Worker This role will include:
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential Skills Required:
- Knowledge and understanding confidentiality.
- A full UK driving license
- GCSE English and Maths (Equivalent Grade C Level)
- Knowledge of the Health, Police and / or public sector working
- Minimum 12 Month employment within administrative role
- Organisational Skills
- Ability to work in a multi agency setting.
- Good Interpersonal Skills
- IT Literate with experience of Word, Excel, Teams.
- Desirable
- Educated to A - Level / NVQ 3
- Experience working with children or young people
- Experience of working with vulnerable children and adults
- Understanding of Safeguarding
Experience
Essential
- Essential Skills Required:
- Knowledge and understanding confidentiality.
- A full UK driving license
- GCSE English and Maths (Equivalent Grade C Level)
- Knowledge of the Health, Police and / or public sector working
- Minimum 12 Month employment within administrative role
- Organisational Skills
- Ability to work in a multi agency setting.
- Good Interpersonal Skills
- IT Literate with experience of Word, Excel, Teams.
- Desirable
- Educated to A - Level / NVQ 3
- Experience working with children or young people
- Experience of working with vulnerable children and adults
- Understanding of Safeguarding
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential Skills Required:
- Knowledge and understanding confidentiality.
- A full UK driving license
- GCSE English and Maths (Equivalent Grade C Level)
- Knowledge of the Health, Police and / or public sector working
- Minimum 12 Month employment within administrative role
- Organisational Skills
- Ability to work in a multi agency setting.
- Good Interpersonal Skills
- IT Literate with experience of Word, Excel, Teams.
- Desirable
- Educated to A - Level / NVQ 3
- Experience working with children or young people
- Experience of working with vulnerable children and adults
- Understanding of Safeguarding
Experience
Essential
- Essential Skills Required:
- Knowledge and understanding confidentiality.
- A full UK driving license
- GCSE English and Maths (Equivalent Grade C Level)
- Knowledge of the Health, Police and / or public sector working
- Minimum 12 Month employment within administrative role
- Organisational Skills
- Ability to work in a multi agency setting.
- Good Interpersonal Skills
- IT Literate with experience of Word, Excel, Teams.
- Desirable
- Educated to A - Level / NVQ 3
- Experience working with children or young people
- Experience of working with vulnerable children and adults
- Understanding of Safeguarding
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
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
Address
Stoke-on-Trent
ST6 2JU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
Address
Stoke-on-Trent
ST6 2JU
United Kingdom
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Deputy SARC Manager - West Midlands SARC
Mountain Healthcare Ltd View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381068
Job summary
We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service. You'll support the SARC Manager in ensuring smooth day to day operations, high quality care, and strategic development of the service. From managing people and budgets to fostering strong partnerships and ensuring clinical excellence, you'll be a driving force in delivering positive outcomes for our clients.
Main duties of the job
Job Description In this varied and impactful role, you will: Coordinate all activities that keep the SARC running smoothly, ensuring safe and effective services in line with national and local standards for rape and sexual assault care. Support the SARC Manager in leading and developing a multi-disciplinary team overseeing recruitment, inductions, training, rotas, appraisals, and wellbeing support. Monitor service delivery, assess performance, and implement changes to improve access, patient experience, and clinical quality while maintaining budgetary control. Act as a Crisis Worker or Forensic Examiner (following training and dependent on qualification) providing direct support to patients, conducting forensic examinations, and ensuring thorough documentation, follow-ups, and case reviews. Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding by ensuring policies are followed, audits are completed, and staff are supported in recognising and responding to concerns. Oversee governance and compliance, including incident reporting, complaints management, quality audits, and adherence to ISO 15189 and Forensic Science Regulator standards. Ensure medicines, forensic equipment, and medical rooms are maintained, stocked, and compliant at all times. Build and maintain positive relationships with commissioners, police, partner agencies, and community organisations to improve referral pathways and raise awareness of SARC services.
About us
Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK. A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice. Driven by our values Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, Mountain Healthcare provides holistic and trauma-informed care that improves the immediate and long-term health outcomes of patients across the criminal justice system. Through innovative technologies and strategic partnerships, our expert clinicians ensure equal, effective and efficient services to all our patients and always put their health, safety and rights first. Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly growing career path as demand for specialist critical services has greatly increased in recent years. At Mountain Healthcare, we understand that to provide the highest quality services for our patients and customers, our people must be the best in the field. We are proud to offer unrivalled staff training and development opportunities such as our unique Forensic Practitioner Gateway, our wide range of accredited and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses, and access to events across the health and justice sector.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£31,104 to £31,104 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
oc-1790259164-IX3YL
Job locations
Birmingham
B36 8DB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role Lead with Compassion. Drive Excellence. Make a Lasting Impact. At Mountain Healthcare, we deliver specialist healthcare and forensic services to support some of the most vulnerable people in society. Our Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) provide a safe, welcoming space for people who have experienced sexual assault or abuse - offering expert care, support, and dignity when it's needed most. We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service. You'll support the SARC Manager in ensuring smooth day to day operations, high quality care, and strategic development of the service. From managing people and budgets to fostering strong partnerships and ensuring clinical excellence, you'll be a driving force in delivering positive outcomes for our clients. This is an opportunity to join a supportive, values driven organisation where your leadership will directly shape the quality of care and support for those who need it most. Location: The Horizon SARC, Hodge Hill Primary Care Centre, Firs Farm Drive, Birmingham B36 8DB. Regional Contract: West Midlands Adult sites under BCP. Hours: 40 hours Full Time. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, 24/7 flexibility for OT shifts. Job Opportunity Job Description In this varied and impactful role, you will:
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role Lead with Compassion. Drive Excellence. Make a Lasting Impact. At Mountain Healthcare, we deliver specialist healthcare and forensic services to support some of the most vulnerable people in society. Our Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) provide a safe, welcoming space for people who have experienced sexual assault or abuse - offering expert care, support, and dignity when it's needed most. We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service. You'll support the SARC Manager in ensuring smooth day to day operations, high quality care, and strategic development of the service. From managing people and budgets to fostering strong partnerships and ensuring clinical excellence, you'll be a driving force in delivering positive outcomes for our clients. This is an opportunity to join a supportive, values driven organisation where your leadership will directly shape the quality of care and support for those who need it most. Location: The Horizon SARC, Hodge Hill Primary Care Centre, Firs Farm Drive, Birmingham B36 8DB. Regional Contract: West Midlands Adult sites under BCP. Hours: 40 hours Full Time. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, 24/7 flexibility for OT shifts. Job Opportunity Job Description In this varied and impactful role, you will:
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential Requirements
- Managerial experience.
- Driving licence, and access to a car.
- Experience working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent communication skills and styles.
- Proven strong judgement and analysis skills.
- Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)(b) and 7(2)(e).
- Desirable Requirements
- Trained to complete forensic examinations as a Crisis Worker (CW).
- Having awareness of SARC commissioning.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people, victims of sexual assault, or in a background in any other related area would be desirable however full training will be provided.
Experience
Essential
- Essential Requirements
- Managerial experience.
- Driving licence, and access to a car.
- Experience working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent communication skills and styles.
- Proven strong judgement and analysis skills.
- Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)(b) and 7(2)(e).
- Desirable Requirements
- Trained to complete forensic examinations as a Crisis Worker (CW).
- Having awareness of SARC commissioning.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people, victims of sexual assault, or in a background in any other related area would be desirable however full training will be provided.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential Requirements
- Managerial experience.
- Driving licence, and access to a car.
- Experience working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent communication skills and styles.
- Proven strong judgement and analysis skills.
- Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)(b) and 7(2)(e).
- Desirable Requirements
- Trained to complete forensic examinations as a Crisis Worker (CW).
- Having awareness of SARC commissioning.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people, victims of sexual assault, or in a background in any other related area would be desirable however full training will be provided.
Experience
Essential
- Essential Requirements
- Managerial experience.
- Driving licence, and access to a car.
- Experience working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent communication skills and styles.
- Proven strong judgement and analysis skills.
- Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)(b) and 7(2)(e).
- Desirable Requirements
- Trained to complete forensic examinations as a Crisis Worker (CW).
- Having awareness of SARC commissioning.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people, victims of sexual assault, or in a background in any other related area would be desirable however full training will be provided.
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
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
Address
Birmingham
B36 8DB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
Address
Birmingham
B36 8DB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Deputy SARC Manager - West Midlands SARC
Mountain Healthcare Ltd View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381067
Job summary
We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service. You'll support the SARC Manager in ensuring smooth day to day operations, high quality care, and strategic development of the service. From managing people and budgets to fostering strong partnerships and ensuring clinical excellence, you'll be a driving force in delivering positive outcomes for our clients.
Main duties of the job
Job Description In this varied and impactful role, you will: Coordinate all activities that keep the SARC running smoothly, ensuring safe and effective services in line with national and local standards for rape and sexual assault care. Support the SARC Manager in leading and developing a multi-disciplinary team overseeing recruitment, inductions, training, rotas, appraisals, and wellbeing support. Monitor service delivery, assess performance, and implement changes to improve access, patient experience, and clinical quality while maintaining budgetary control. Act as a Crisis Worker or Forensic Examiner (following training and dependent on qualification) providing direct support to patients, conducting forensic examinations, and ensuring thorough documentation, follow-ups, and case reviews. Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding by ensuring policies are followed, audits are completed, and staff are supported in recognising and responding to concerns. Oversee governance and compliance, including incident reporting, complaints management, quality audits, and adherence to ISO 15189 and Forensic Science Regulator standards. Ensure medicines, forensic equipment, and medical rooms are maintained, stocked, and compliant at all times. Build and maintain positive relationships with commissioners, police, partner agencies, and community organisations to improve referral pathways and raise awareness of SARC services.
About us
Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK. A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice. Driven by our values Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, Mountain Healthcare provides holistic and trauma-informed care that improves the immediate and long-term health outcomes of patients across the criminal justice system. Through innovative technologies and strategic partnerships, our expert clinicians ensure equal, effective and efficient services to all our patients and always put their health, safety and rights first. Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly growing career path as demand for specialist critical services has greatly increased in recent years. At Mountain Healthcare, we understand that to provide the highest quality services for our patients and customers, our people must be the best in the field. We are proud to offer unrivalled staff training and development opportunities such as our unique Forensic Practitioner Gateway, our wide range of accredited and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses, and access to events across the health and justice sector.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£31,104 to £31,104 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
oc-1790261253-MNZL0
Job locations
Birmingham
B36 8DB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role Lead with Compassion. Drive Excellence. Make a Lasting Impact. At Mountain Healthcare, we deliver specialist healthcare and forensic services to support some of the most vulnerable people in society. Our Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) provide a safe, welcoming space for people who have experienced sexual assault or abuse - offering expert care, support, and dignity when it's needed most. We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service. You'll support the SARC Manager in ensuring smooth day to day operations, high quality care, and strategic development of the service. From managing people and budgets to fostering strong partnerships and ensuring clinical excellence, you'll be a driving force in delivering positive outcomes for our clients. This is an opportunity to join a supportive, values driven organisation where your leadership will directly shape the quality of care and support for those who need it most. Location: The Horizon SARC, Hodge Hill Primary Care Centre, Firs Farm Drive, Birmingham B36 8DB. Regional Contract: West Midlands Adult sites under BCP. Hours: 40 hours Full Time. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, 24/7 flexibility for OT shifts. Job Opportunity Job Description In this varied and impactful role, you will:
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role Lead with Compassion. Drive Excellence. Make a Lasting Impact. At Mountain Healthcare, we deliver specialist healthcare and forensic services to support some of the most vulnerable people in society. Our Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) provide a safe, welcoming space for people who have experienced sexual assault or abuse - offering expert care, support, and dignity when it's needed most. We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Deputy SARC Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our multi-agency service. You'll support the SARC Manager in ensuring smooth day to day operations, high quality care, and strategic development of the service. From managing people and budgets to fostering strong partnerships and ensuring clinical excellence, you'll be a driving force in delivering positive outcomes for our clients. This is an opportunity to join a supportive, values driven organisation where your leadership will directly shape the quality of care and support for those who need it most. Location: The Horizon SARC, Hodge Hill Primary Care Centre, Firs Farm Drive, Birmingham B36 8DB. Regional Contract: West Midlands Adult sites under BCP. Hours: 40 hours Full Time. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, 24/7 flexibility for OT shifts. Job Opportunity Job Description In this varied and impactful role, you will:
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential Requirements
- Managerial experience.
- Driving licence, and access to a car.
- Experience working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent communication skills and styles.
- Proven strong judgement and analysis skills.
- Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)(b) and 7(2)(e).
- Desirable Requirements
- Trained to complete forensic examinations as a Crisis Worker (CW).
- Having awareness of SARC commissioning.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people, victims of sexual assault, or in a background in any other related area would be desirable however full training will be provided.
Experience
Essential
- Essential Requirements
- Managerial experience.
- Driving licence, and access to a car.
- Experience working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent communication skills and styles.
- Proven strong judgement and analysis skills.
- Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)(b) and 7(2)(e).
- Desirable Requirements
- Trained to complete forensic examinations as a Crisis Worker (CW).
- Having awareness of SARC commissioning.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people, victims of sexual assault, or in a background in any other related area would be desirable however full training will be provided.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential Requirements
- Managerial experience.
- Driving licence, and access to a car.
- Experience working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent communication skills and styles.
- Proven strong judgement and analysis skills.
- Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)(b) and 7(2)(e).
- Desirable Requirements
- Trained to complete forensic examinations as a Crisis Worker (CW).
- Having awareness of SARC commissioning.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people, victims of sexual assault, or in a background in any other related area would be desirable however full training will be provided.
Experience
Essential
- Essential Requirements
- Managerial experience.
- Driving licence, and access to a car.
- Experience working with vulnerable people.
- Excellent communication skills and styles.
- Proven strong judgement and analysis skills.
- Because of the nature of this role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)(b) and 7(2)(e).
- Desirable Requirements
- Trained to complete forensic examinations as a Crisis Worker (CW).
- Having awareness of SARC commissioning.
- Experience of working with vulnerable people, victims of sexual assault, or in a background in any other related area would be desirable however full training will be provided.
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
Mountain Healthcare Ltd
Address
Birmingham
B36 8DB
United Kingdom
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Address
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B36 8DB
United Kingdom
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381066
Job summary
We are a small, dynamic company with a family feel and are excited to be looking to recruit two new sonographers to join our friendly and well supported ultrasound team. We run clinics in the community across Cornwall, Devon, Avon & Somerset and West Midlands with a focus on excellent and compassionate patient care.
We are a busy, award-winning company working in partnership with the NHS Trusts to provide services that allow patients to choose their preferred place, date and time and we are proud to run an efficient service with reduced waiting times.
Main duties of the job
Candidates must hold either the DMU or PgCert/Dip/MSc in Medical Ultrasound, and HCPC (or other professional body) registration and have at least 2 years post-qualification in ultrasound experience.
We support the NHS with non-obstetric ultrasound scans and most of our examinations are gynaecological and general abdominal.
The ideal applicants must be flexible, adaptable to change and be willing to contribute to an efficient service delivery through the highest standards of safe and compassionate patient care.
Sonographers need to be professionally, legally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work including clinical practice and commit to a high standard of clinical care.
They will undertakecomprehensive investigations of patients, including those with the most complex presentation, using investigative and analytical skills and using agreed protocols and followingcompany policiesand procedures.
Sonographers willassess and manage clinical risk within own clinic list and be proactive in seeking support from colleagues and/or clinical lead as needed.
Sonographers will autonomously compose and verify a written report which records the observations made during the examination, their significance and any limitations of the study. They willtake responsible for the accuracy of the report and ensure that the report is communicated according to the pathways in place including when there are significant findings.
About us
We would welcome applications from sonographers with at least two years ultrasound scanning experience post qualification who are confident to work autonomously to perform high quality examinations. You will work in the community with a healthcare assistant and our remote clinical support team to assist you in the delivery of patient care.
We are committed to supporting individuals to feel fulfilled at work and place high value on open communication within a supportive environment. We are proud to have created a flexible workplace environment based on trust and understanding.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Relocation allowances may be available
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
E0260-26-0008
Job locations
Korus Health
Yeovil Diagnostic Centre
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
To provide a high standard of work as set by the service as regards the quality of ultrasound examinations.
To ensure that the ultrasound examination of patients is carried out as quickly as possible, consistent with keeping to the standard required and that the patients are sent home with the least possible delay.
To assist other colleagues in the ultrasound service team in maintaining service provision.
To ensure quality control tests are carried out regularly and any malfunctions reported.
To be responsible at all times for the patients welfare and comfort.
To behave always in a professional manner, be smart in appearance and uphold the reputation of the service and company at all times.
To adhere to company policies and keep up-to-date with developments in ultrasound, to attend courses and seminars as necessary.
To report any malfunctions of the ultrasound apparatus to the operations manager as soon as they occur.
To contribute to and follow the safeguarding, health and safety, infection control and information governance and data protection polices of the service.
Support the training and development of junior staff.
Clinical responsibilities
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work including clinical practice
To ensure a high standard of clinical care within own professional practice, and support other staff to do likewise.
To undertake the highly specialised comprehensive investigations of patients, including those with the most complex presentation, using advanced investigative and analytical skills and using standardised protocols where possible.
To assess capacity and gain valid informed consent for treatment and support other staff to do likewise.
To formulate individualised investigations, when necessary, based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice, using advanced clinical reasoning skills and utilising a wide range of highly specialised sonographic skills to enable the production of effective good quality diagnostic imaging.
To implement new techniques based on evidence.
To assess and manage clinical risk within own clinic list and be proactive in seeking support from colleagues and/or clinical lead as needed.
To autonomously compose and verify a written report which records the sonographic observations made during the examination, their significance and any limitations of the study,
To be personally responsible for the accuracy of the report and ensure that the report is communicated according to the pathways in place.
To ensure that any unexpected findings are reported immediately to the office and captured on the clinical system, so that the patient can be managed promptly.
To take part in personal, departmental and wider audit programmes where appropriate, to evaluate clinical practice and service to patients.
To actively participate in activities designed to improve the service to clients, patients and clinicians.
To promote patients rights and ensure confidentiality of patient information.
Premises, equipment and supplies
The following is a joint responsibility of the sonographer and health care assistant as a clinical team.
It is the responsibility of the post holder to ensure that their work area of responsibility is well maintained, meeting the standards required for Health and Safety and the needs of patients and staff.
To ensure that there is due regard for security and safety of staff and patients
To ensure that all necessary equipment is working and regularly serviced
To have an acceptable knowledge of computer connectivity in a scanning and reporting environment
To ensure adequate stocks and supplies and necessary equipment for day to day working
Education and Qualifications
The post holder will need to be a UK registered sonographer who has successfully completed a certificate of diploma in Ultrasound with an HCPC or equivalent registration.
The post holder must have evidence of continuous professional development.
The post holder will have English as a first language or if English is a second language would have passed a suitable English language examination to the level required by the Health Professions Council.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
The post holder may have to work odd or long hours at times to complete special requests or projects. The post holder may have to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment, computers and attending meetings.
Environmental Conditions
The working environment is busy and demanding. The post holder will have to serve a number of people and projects at one time, and will be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of staff. The post holder may find the environment to be busy, noisy and will need excellent organisational, time and stress management skills to complete the required tasks.
Mental Demands
The post holder will have to manage a number of requests and tasks at one time and must be prepared to deal with emergencies and stressful situations at any time.
Confidentiality
In the course of employment the post holder will have access to confidential information relating to the service. In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust the company with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. This information is to be treated as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the employers policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Data Protection
The employer is registered under the Data Protection Act 1998. The post holder must not at any time use the personal data held by the employer or disclose such data to a third party for a purpose not described in the Register entry. If the post holder is in any doubt regarding what they should or should not do in connection with the Data Protection Act 1998 then they must contact the Data Protection Officer.
Health and Safety
The post holder must be aware of the responsibility placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to maintain a healthy and safe working environment for both staff and visitors. The post holder also has a duty to observe obligations under the company Health and Safety policies and to maintain awareness of safe practices and assessment of risk in accordance with the
Risk Management Strategy
The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
Reporting potential risks identified.
The post holder is responsible for the security of the property of the employer, avoiding loss of or damage to property and being economical and efficient in the use of resources.
Place of work
The post holder may be required to work at any of the employers locations sites in line with service needs.
Equality and diversity
The post holder must cooperate with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment. Fellow workers, patients and visitors must be treated equally, irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion. The post holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Personal/Professional Development
The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
This job description describes responsibilities, as they are currently required. This is an outline job description and should not be regarded as an inflexible specification. Priorities may change in line with service needs and new duties introduced after consultation with the post holder. It is anticipated duties will change over time and the job description may need to be reviewed in the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
To provide a high standard of work as set by the service as regards the quality of ultrasound examinations.
To ensure that the ultrasound examination of patients is carried out as quickly as possible, consistent with keeping to the standard required and that the patients are sent home with the least possible delay.
To assist other colleagues in the ultrasound service team in maintaining service provision.
To ensure quality control tests are carried out regularly and any malfunctions reported.
To be responsible at all times for the patients welfare and comfort.
To behave always in a professional manner, be smart in appearance and uphold the reputation of the service and company at all times.
To adhere to company policies and keep up-to-date with developments in ultrasound, to attend courses and seminars as necessary.
To report any malfunctions of the ultrasound apparatus to the operations manager as soon as they occur.
To contribute to and follow the safeguarding, health and safety, infection control and information governance and data protection polices of the service.
Support the training and development of junior staff.
Clinical responsibilities
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work including clinical practice
To ensure a high standard of clinical care within own professional practice, and support other staff to do likewise.
To undertake the highly specialised comprehensive investigations of patients, including those with the most complex presentation, using advanced investigative and analytical skills and using standardised protocols where possible.
To assess capacity and gain valid informed consent for treatment and support other staff to do likewise.
To formulate individualised investigations, when necessary, based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice, using advanced clinical reasoning skills and utilising a wide range of highly specialised sonographic skills to enable the production of effective good quality diagnostic imaging.
To implement new techniques based on evidence.
To assess and manage clinical risk within own clinic list and be proactive in seeking support from colleagues and/or clinical lead as needed.
To autonomously compose and verify a written report which records the sonographic observations made during the examination, their significance and any limitations of the study,
To be personally responsible for the accuracy of the report and ensure that the report is communicated according to the pathways in place.
To ensure that any unexpected findings are reported immediately to the office and captured on the clinical system, so that the patient can be managed promptly.
To take part in personal, departmental and wider audit programmes where appropriate, to evaluate clinical practice and service to patients.
To actively participate in activities designed to improve the service to clients, patients and clinicians.
To promote patients rights and ensure confidentiality of patient information.
Premises, equipment and supplies
The following is a joint responsibility of the sonographer and health care assistant as a clinical team.
It is the responsibility of the post holder to ensure that their work area of responsibility is well maintained, meeting the standards required for Health and Safety and the needs of patients and staff.
To ensure that there is due regard for security and safety of staff and patients
To ensure that all necessary equipment is working and regularly serviced
To have an acceptable knowledge of computer connectivity in a scanning and reporting environment
To ensure adequate stocks and supplies and necessary equipment for day to day working
Education and Qualifications
The post holder will need to be a UK registered sonographer who has successfully completed a certificate of diploma in Ultrasound with an HCPC or equivalent registration.
The post holder must have evidence of continuous professional development.
The post holder will have English as a first language or if English is a second language would have passed a suitable English language examination to the level required by the Health Professions Council.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
The post holder may have to work odd or long hours at times to complete special requests or projects. The post holder may have to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment, computers and attending meetings.
Environmental Conditions
The working environment is busy and demanding. The post holder will have to serve a number of people and projects at one time, and will be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of staff. The post holder may find the environment to be busy, noisy and will need excellent organisational, time and stress management skills to complete the required tasks.
Mental Demands
The post holder will have to manage a number of requests and tasks at one time and must be prepared to deal with emergencies and stressful situations at any time.
Confidentiality
In the course of employment the post holder will have access to confidential information relating to the service. In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust the company with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. This information is to be treated as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the employers policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Data Protection
The employer is registered under the Data Protection Act 1998. The post holder must not at any time use the personal data held by the employer or disclose such data to a third party for a purpose not described in the Register entry. If the post holder is in any doubt regarding what they should or should not do in connection with the Data Protection Act 1998 then they must contact the Data Protection Officer.
Health and Safety
The post holder must be aware of the responsibility placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to maintain a healthy and safe working environment for both staff and visitors. The post holder also has a duty to observe obligations under the company Health and Safety policies and to maintain awareness of safe practices and assessment of risk in accordance with the
Risk Management Strategy
The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
Reporting potential risks identified.
The post holder is responsible for the security of the property of the employer, avoiding loss of or damage to property and being economical and efficient in the use of resources.
Place of work
The post holder may be required to work at any of the employers locations sites in line with service needs.
Equality and diversity
The post holder must cooperate with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment. Fellow workers, patients and visitors must be treated equally, irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion. The post holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Personal/Professional Development
The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
This job description describes responsibilities, as they are currently required. This is an outline job description and should not be regarded as an inflexible specification. Priorities may change in line with service needs and new duties introduced after consultation with the post holder. It is anticipated duties will change over time and the job description may need to be reviewed in the future.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography (or equivalent health care qualification)
- HCPC or equivalent registration
- Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, DMU or equivalent
Desirable
- At least 2 years experience in ultrasound
Experience
Essential
- Broad, general medical imaging background and comprehensive specialist proven knowledge of non-obstetric ultrasound since qualification in ultrasound with 2 years post-qualification experience.
- Portfolio of CPD
- Evidence of collaborative working with others to ensure best possible outcomes within available resources
- Proven knowledge, understanding and compliance with the HCPC code of professional conduct
Desirable
- Static and Portable ultrasound equipment experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography (or equivalent health care qualification)
- HCPC or equivalent registration
- Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, DMU or equivalent
Desirable
- At least 2 years experience in ultrasound
Experience
Essential
- Broad, general medical imaging background and comprehensive specialist proven knowledge of non-obstetric ultrasound since qualification in ultrasound with 2 years post-qualification experience.
- Portfolio of CPD
- Evidence of collaborative working with others to ensure best possible outcomes within available resources
- Proven knowledge, understanding and compliance with the HCPC code of professional conduct
Desirable
- Static and Portable ultrasound equipment experience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Korus Health
Address
Korus Health
Yeovil Diagnostic Centre
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Korus Health
Address
Korus Health
Yeovil Diagnostic Centre
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381065
Job summary
We are a small, dynamic company with a family feel and are excited to be looking to recruit two new sonographers to join our friendly and well supported ultrasound team. We run clinics in the community across Cornwall, Devon, Avon & Somerset and West Midlands with a focus on excellent and compassionate patient care.
We are a busy, award-winning company working in partnership with the NHS Trusts to provide services that allow patients to choose their preferred place, date and time and we are proud to run an efficient service with reduced waiting times.
Main duties of the job
Candidates must hold either the DMU or PgCert/Dip/MSc in Medical Ultrasound, and HCPC (or other professional body) registration and have at least 2 years post-qualification in ultrasound experience.
We support the NHS with non-obstetric ultrasound scans and most of our examinations are gynaecological and general abdominal.
The ideal applicants must be flexible, adaptable to change and be willing to contribute to an efficient service delivery through the highest standards of safe and compassionate patient care.
Sonographers need to be professionally, legally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work including clinical practice and commit to a high standard of clinical care.
They will undertakecomprehensive investigations of patients, including those with the most complex presentation, using investigative and analytical skills and using agreed protocols and followingcompany policiesand procedures.
Sonographers willassess and manage clinical risk within own clinic list and be proactive in seeking support from colleagues and/or clinical lead as needed.
Sonographers will autonomously compose and verify a written report which records the observations made during the examination, their significance and any limitations of the study. They willtake responsible for the accuracy of the report and ensure that the report is communicated according to the pathways in place including when there are significant findings.
About us
We would welcome applications from sonographers with at least two years ultrasound scanning experience post qualification who are confident to work autonomously to perform high quality examinations. You will work in the community with a healthcare assistant and our remote clinical support team to assist you in the delivery of patient care.
We are committed to supporting individuals to feel fulfilled at work and place high value on open communication within a supportive environment. We are proud to have created a flexible workplace environment based on trust and understanding.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
E0260-26-0009
Job locations
Korus Health
Torbay Diagnostic Centre
Market Street
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 3AQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
To provide a high standard of work as set by the service as regards the quality of ultrasound examinations.
To ensure that the ultrasound examination of patients is carried out as quickly as possible, consistent with keeping to the standard required and that the patients are sent home with the least possible delay.
To assist other colleagues in the ultrasound service team in maintaining service provision.
To ensure quality control tests are carried out regularly and any malfunctions reported.
To be responsible at all times for the patients welfare and comfort.
To behave always in a professional manner, be smart in appearance and uphold the reputation of the service and company at all times.
To adhere to company policies and keep up-to-date with developments in ultrasound, to attend courses and seminars as necessary.
To report any malfunctions of the ultrasound apparatus to the operations manager as soon as they occur.
To contribute to and follow the safeguarding, health and safety, infection control and information governance and data protection polices of the service.
Support the training and development of junior staff.
Clinical responsibilities
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work including clinical practice
To ensure a high standard of clinical care within own professional practice, and support other staff to do likewise.
To undertake the highly specialised comprehensive investigations of patients, including those with the most complex presentation, using advanced investigative and analytical skills and using standardised protocols where possible.
To assess capacity and gain valid informed consent for treatment and support other staff to do likewise.
To formulate individualised investigations, when necessary, based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice, using advanced clinical reasoning skills and utilising a wide range of highly specialised sonographic skills to enable the production of effective good quality diagnostic imaging.
To implement new techniques based on evidence.
To assess and manage clinical risk within own clinic list and be proactive in seeking support from colleagues and/or clinical lead as needed.
To autonomously compose and verify a written report which records the sonographic observations made during the examination, their significance and any limitations of the study,
To be personally responsible for the accuracy of the report and ensure that the report is communicated according to the pathways in place.
To ensure that any unexpected findings are reported immediately to the office and captured on the clinical system, so that the patient can be managed promptly.
To take part in personal, departmental and wider audit programmes where appropriate, to evaluate clinical practice and service to patients.
To actively participate in activities designed to improve the service to clients, patients and clinicians.
To promote patients rights and ensure confidentiality of patient information.
Premises, equipment and supplies
The following is a joint responsibility of the sonographer and health care assistant as a clinical team.
It is the responsibility of the post holder to ensure that their work area of responsibility is well maintained, meeting the standards required for Health and Safety and the needs of patients and staff.
To ensure that there is due regard for security and safety of staff and patients
To ensure that all necessary equipment is working and regularly serviced
To have an acceptable knowledge of computer connectivity in a scanning and reporting environment
To ensure adequate stocks and supplies and necessary equipment for day to day working
Education and Qualifications
The post holder will need to be a UK registered sonographer who has successfully completed a certificate of diploma in Ultrasound with an HCPC or equivalent registration.
The post holder must have evidence of continuous professional development.
The post holder will have English as a first language or if English is a second language would have passed a suitable English language examination to the level required by the Health Professions Council.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
The post holder may have to work odd or long hours at times to complete special requests or projects. The post holder may have to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment, computers and attending meetings.
Environmental Conditions
The working environment is busy and demanding. The post holder will have to serve a number of people and projects at one time, and will be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of staff. The post holder may find the environment to be busy, noisy and will need excellent organisational, time and stress management skills to complete the required tasks.
Mental Demands
The post holder will have to manage a number of requests and tasks at one time and must be prepared to deal with emergencies and stressful situations at any time.
Confidentiality
In the course of employment the post holder will have access to confidential information relating to the service. In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust the company with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. This information is to be treated as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the employers policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Data Protection
The employer is registered under the Data Protection Act 1998. The post holder must not at any time use the personal data held by the employer or disclose such data to a third party for a purpose not described in the Register entry. If the post holder is in any doubt regarding what they should or should not do in connection with the Data Protection Act 1998 then they must contact the Data Protection Officer.
Health and Safety
The post holder must be aware of the responsibility placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to maintain a healthy and safe working environment for both staff and visitors. The post holder also has a duty to observe obligations under the company Health and Safety policies and to maintain awareness of safe practices and assessment of risk in accordance with the
Risk Management Strategy
The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
Reporting potential risks identified.
The post holder is responsible for the security of the property of the employer, avoiding loss of or damage to property and being economical and efficient in the use of resources.
Place of work
The post holder may be required to work at any of the employers locations sites in line with service needs.
Equality and diversity
The post holder must cooperate with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment. Fellow workers, patients and visitors must be treated equally, irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion. The post holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Personal/Professional Development
The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
This job description describes responsibilities, as they are currently required. This is an outline job description and should not be regarded as an inflexible specification. Priorities may change in line with service needs and new duties introduced after consultation with the post holder. It is anticipated duties will change over time and the job description may need to be reviewed in the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
To provide a high standard of work as set by the service as regards the quality of ultrasound examinations.
To ensure that the ultrasound examination of patients is carried out as quickly as possible, consistent with keeping to the standard required and that the patients are sent home with the least possible delay.
To assist other colleagues in the ultrasound service team in maintaining service provision.
To ensure quality control tests are carried out regularly and any malfunctions reported.
To be responsible at all times for the patients welfare and comfort.
To behave always in a professional manner, be smart in appearance and uphold the reputation of the service and company at all times.
To adhere to company policies and keep up-to-date with developments in ultrasound, to attend courses and seminars as necessary.
To report any malfunctions of the ultrasound apparatus to the operations manager as soon as they occur.
To contribute to and follow the safeguarding, health and safety, infection control and information governance and data protection polices of the service.
Support the training and development of junior staff.
Clinical responsibilities
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work including clinical practice
To ensure a high standard of clinical care within own professional practice, and support other staff to do likewise.
To undertake the highly specialised comprehensive investigations of patients, including those with the most complex presentation, using advanced investigative and analytical skills and using standardised protocols where possible.
To assess capacity and gain valid informed consent for treatment and support other staff to do likewise.
To formulate individualised investigations, when necessary, based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice, using advanced clinical reasoning skills and utilising a wide range of highly specialised sonographic skills to enable the production of effective good quality diagnostic imaging.
To implement new techniques based on evidence.
To assess and manage clinical risk within own clinic list and be proactive in seeking support from colleagues and/or clinical lead as needed.
To autonomously compose and verify a written report which records the sonographic observations made during the examination, their significance and any limitations of the study,
To be personally responsible for the accuracy of the report and ensure that the report is communicated according to the pathways in place.
To ensure that any unexpected findings are reported immediately to the office and captured on the clinical system, so that the patient can be managed promptly.
To take part in personal, departmental and wider audit programmes where appropriate, to evaluate clinical practice and service to patients.
To actively participate in activities designed to improve the service to clients, patients and clinicians.
To promote patients rights and ensure confidentiality of patient information.
Premises, equipment and supplies
The following is a joint responsibility of the sonographer and health care assistant as a clinical team.
It is the responsibility of the post holder to ensure that their work area of responsibility is well maintained, meeting the standards required for Health and Safety and the needs of patients and staff.
To ensure that there is due regard for security and safety of staff and patients
To ensure that all necessary equipment is working and regularly serviced
To have an acceptable knowledge of computer connectivity in a scanning and reporting environment
To ensure adequate stocks and supplies and necessary equipment for day to day working
Education and Qualifications
The post holder will need to be a UK registered sonographer who has successfully completed a certificate of diploma in Ultrasound with an HCPC or equivalent registration.
The post holder must have evidence of continuous professional development.
The post holder will have English as a first language or if English is a second language would have passed a suitable English language examination to the level required by the Health Professions Council.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
The post holder may have to work odd or long hours at times to complete special requests or projects. The post holder may have to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment, computers and attending meetings.
Environmental Conditions
The working environment is busy and demanding. The post holder will have to serve a number of people and projects at one time, and will be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of staff. The post holder may find the environment to be busy, noisy and will need excellent organisational, time and stress management skills to complete the required tasks.
Mental Demands
The post holder will have to manage a number of requests and tasks at one time and must be prepared to deal with emergencies and stressful situations at any time.
Confidentiality
In the course of employment the post holder will have access to confidential information relating to the service. In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust the company with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. This information is to be treated as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the employers policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Data Protection
The employer is registered under the Data Protection Act 1998. The post holder must not at any time use the personal data held by the employer or disclose such data to a third party for a purpose not described in the Register entry. If the post holder is in any doubt regarding what they should or should not do in connection with the Data Protection Act 1998 then they must contact the Data Protection Officer.
Health and Safety
The post holder must be aware of the responsibility placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to maintain a healthy and safe working environment for both staff and visitors. The post holder also has a duty to observe obligations under the company Health and Safety policies and to maintain awareness of safe practices and assessment of risk in accordance with the
Risk Management Strategy
The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
Reporting potential risks identified.
The post holder is responsible for the security of the property of the employer, avoiding loss of or damage to property and being economical and efficient in the use of resources.
Place of work
The post holder may be required to work at any of the employers locations sites in line with service needs.
Equality and diversity
The post holder must cooperate with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment. Fellow workers, patients and visitors must be treated equally, irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion. The post holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Personal/Professional Development
The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
This job description describes responsibilities, as they are currently required. This is an outline job description and should not be regarded as an inflexible specification. Priorities may change in line with service needs and new duties introduced after consultation with the post holder. It is anticipated duties will change over time and the job description may need to be reviewed in the future.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography (or equivalent health care qualification)
- HCPC or equivalent registration
- Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, DMU or equivalent
Desirable
- At least 2 years experience in ultrasound
Experience
Essential
- Broad, general medical imaging background and comprehensive specialist proven knowledge of non-obstetric ultrasound since qualification in ultrasound with 2 years post-qualification experience.
- Portfolio of CPD
- Evidence of collaborative working with others to ensure best possible outcomes within available resources
- Proven knowledge, understanding and compliance with the HCPC code of professional conduct
Desirable
- Static and Portable ultrasound equipment experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography (or equivalent health care qualification)
- HCPC or equivalent registration
- Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, DMU or equivalent
Desirable
- At least 2 years experience in ultrasound
Experience
Essential
- Broad, general medical imaging background and comprehensive specialist proven knowledge of non-obstetric ultrasound since qualification in ultrasound with 2 years post-qualification experience.
- Portfolio of CPD
- Evidence of collaborative working with others to ensure best possible outcomes within available resources
- Proven knowledge, understanding and compliance with the HCPC code of professional conduct
Desirable
- Static and Portable ultrasound equipment experience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Korus Health
Address
Korus Health
Torbay Diagnostic Centre
Market Street
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 3AQ
United Kingdom
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Employer name
Korus Health
Address
Korus Health
Torbay Diagnostic Centre
Market Street
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 3AQ
United Kingdom
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Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Medical Receptionist with a can do approach to join us in our fast paced practice. You will be required to receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.
Provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
Your hours of work will be between 8am & 6.30pm over a 5 day working week. Each staff member will be issued with a mix of the following shift patterns of 8-1pm or 1.30-6.30pm. Please ensure you are able to meet this criteria prior to applying for the position.
Main duties of the job
Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice.
Deal with all general queries, explain procedures and make new and follow up appointments
Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records.
Accept test samples from patients and deal with accordingly
Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested
Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover and ensure administrative procedures are completed
ensure correspondence, report, results etc are filed or scanned promptly and in the correct file
Use e-mail to forward correspondence as required and record and action all incoming emails
Process requests for information I.E SAR and patient online access under the guidance of the team leader
Complete opening procedures at the start of the day when first to arrive and make all necessary preparations to receive patients
Complete closing procedures at the end of the day ensuring all confidential information is stored away securely and internal lights are off
About us
Darwen Healthink is a well-established 4 GP partner training practice located in a modern, purpose-built building providing services to approximately 15,000 patients.
The building features on-site parking ensuring convenient access to both staff and visitors. There is easy access to the local motorways links, offering excellent connectivity for commuting.
The practice is committed to the well-being of the staff. This is reflected in our funded social events throughout the year, including team building days, Christmas parties and our in-house monthly buffets. We believe in fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment where our staff feel valued and appreciated. We also offer enrolment into the NHS Pension Scheme and uniform is provided.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.07 an hour
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A2060-26-0013
Job locations
Darwen Health Centre
James Street West
Darwen
Lancashire
BB3 1PY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Darwen Healthlink
Medical Receptionist/Care Navigator Job description & Person specification
Job Title
Medical Receptionist/Care Navigator
Hours per week
25
Job Summary
Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.
Provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
Mission Statement
To improve the health, well-being and lives of those we care for
Generic Responsibilities
All staff at Darwen Healthlink have a duty to conform to the following:
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
A good attitude and positive action towards ED&I creates and environment where all individuals are able to achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons: it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.
Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.
Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that you treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.
Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF)
This practice is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation.
Confidentiality
This practice is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters, pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times. It is essential that if, the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained that all staff protect patient information and provide a confidential service.
Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI)
To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice.
This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.
Induction Training
On arrival at the practice all personnel are to complete a practice induction programme; this is managed by the Office Supervisor.
Learning and Development
The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake and complete mandatory training as directed by the training coordinator, as well as participating in the practice training programme. Staff will also be permitted (subject to approval) to undertake external training courses which will enhance their knowledge and skills, progress their career and ultimately, enable them to improve processes and service delivery.
Collaborative Working
All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working. Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments. Effective communication is essential, and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner.
Service Delivery
Staff at Darwen Healthlink must adhere to the information contained with practice policies and regional directives, ensuring protocols are adhered to at all times. Staff will be given detailed information during the induction process regarding policy and procedure.
Security
The security of the practice is the responsibility of all personnel. Staff must ensure they remain vigilant at all times and report any suspicious activity immediately to their line manager. Under no circumstances are staff to share the codes for the door locks to anyone and are to ensure that restricted areas remain effectively secured.
Professional Conduct
At Darwen Healthlink, staff are required to dress appropriately for their role. Administrative staff will be provided with a uniform whilst clinical staff must dress in accordance with their role.
Leave
All personnel are entitled to take leave. Line managers are to ensure all of their staff are afforded the opportunity to take a minimum of 27 days leave each year, and should be encouraged to take all of their leave entitlement.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone responsibility. All personnel to be aware of their safeguarding responsibilities, keep up to date with mandatory training and know who to contact for support and guidance:
Safeguarding Lead GP: D N Choudry
Safeguarding Deputy: GP Dr A Patel
Safeguarding Champion: Frances Procter
Safeguarding Administrator: Christine Stockley
Primary Responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the medical receptionist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice.
Deal with all general queries, explain procedures and make new and follow up appointments
Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records.
Accept test samples from patients and deal with accordingly
Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested
Explain practice arrangements and forma requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover and ensure administrative procedures are completed.
Receiving and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery, including:
Relay of GP advice and test results to patients
Liaison with external organisations as required
Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary
Maintain a clean and tidy working area at all times
Maintain adequate stationery stocks within the reception office and consulting rooms
Patient notes and correspondence
Retrieve and re-file records as required
ensure correspondence, report, results etc are filed or scanned promptly and in the correct file
Use e-mail to forward correspondence as required and record and action all incoming emails
Process requests for information I.E SAR and patient online access under the guidance of the team leader
Premises
Complete opening procedures at the start of the day when first to arrive and make all necessary preparations to receive patients
Complete closing procedures at the end of the day ensuring all confidential information is stored away securely and internal lights are off
Secondary Responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the medical receptionist may be requested to:
a. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
b. Support administrative and prescribing staff, providing cover during staff absences
c. To support QOF administration team with contacting and inviting relevant patients to the surgery for reviews and procedures
Job description
Job responsibilities
Darwen Healthlink
Medical Receptionist/Care Navigator Job description & Person specification
Job Title
Medical Receptionist/Care Navigator
Hours per week
25
Job Summary
Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.
Provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
Mission Statement
To improve the health, well-being and lives of those we care for
Generic Responsibilities
All staff at Darwen Healthlink have a duty to conform to the following:
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
A good attitude and positive action towards ED&I creates and environment where all individuals are able to achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons: it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.
Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.
Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that you treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.
Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF)
This practice is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation.
Confidentiality
This practice is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters, pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times. It is essential that if, the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained that all staff protect patient information and provide a confidential service.
Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI)
To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice.
This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.
Induction Training
On arrival at the practice all personnel are to complete a practice induction programme; this is managed by the Office Supervisor.
Learning and Development
The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake and complete mandatory training as directed by the training coordinator, as well as participating in the practice training programme. Staff will also be permitted (subject to approval) to undertake external training courses which will enhance their knowledge and skills, progress their career and ultimately, enable them to improve processes and service delivery.
Collaborative Working
All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working. Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments. Effective communication is essential, and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner.
Service Delivery
Staff at Darwen Healthlink must adhere to the information contained with practice policies and regional directives, ensuring protocols are adhered to at all times. Staff will be given detailed information during the induction process regarding policy and procedure.
Security
The security of the practice is the responsibility of all personnel. Staff must ensure they remain vigilant at all times and report any suspicious activity immediately to their line manager. Under no circumstances are staff to share the codes for the door locks to anyone and are to ensure that restricted areas remain effectively secured.
Professional Conduct
At Darwen Healthlink, staff are required to dress appropriately for their role. Administrative staff will be provided with a uniform whilst clinical staff must dress in accordance with their role.
Leave
All personnel are entitled to take leave. Line managers are to ensure all of their staff are afforded the opportunity to take a minimum of 27 days leave each year, and should be encouraged to take all of their leave entitlement.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone responsibility. All personnel to be aware of their safeguarding responsibilities, keep up to date with mandatory training and know who to contact for support and guidance:
Safeguarding Lead GP: D N Choudry
Safeguarding Deputy: GP Dr A Patel
Safeguarding Champion: Frances Procter
Safeguarding Administrator: Christine Stockley
Primary Responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the medical receptionist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice.
Deal with all general queries, explain procedures and make new and follow up appointments
Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records.
Accept test samples from patients and deal with accordingly
Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested
Explain practice arrangements and forma requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover and ensure administrative procedures are completed.
Receiving and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery, including:
Relay of GP advice and test results to patients
Liaison with external organisations as required
Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary
Maintain a clean and tidy working area at all times
Maintain adequate stationery stocks within the reception office and consulting rooms
Patient notes and correspondence
Retrieve and re-file records as required
ensure correspondence, report, results etc are filed or scanned promptly and in the correct file
Use e-mail to forward correspondence as required and record and action all incoming emails
Process requests for information I.E SAR and patient online access under the guidance of the team leader
Premises
Complete opening procedures at the start of the day when first to arrive and make all necessary preparations to receive patients
Complete closing procedures at the end of the day ensuring all confidential information is stored away securely and internal lights are off
Secondary Responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the medical receptionist may be requested to:
a. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
b. Support administrative and prescribing staff, providing cover during staff absences
c. To support QOF administration team with contacting and inviting relevant patients to the surgery for reviews and procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level in Maths & English
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of administrative duties
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Clear & polite telephone manner
- Good interpersonal skills
- Problem solving & analytical skills
- Effective time management
- Ability to work as a team & autonomously
- Ability to follow policies & procedures
- Polite & confident
- Flexible & Cooperative
- Motivated & forward thinker
- High levels of integrity & loyalty
- Sensitive & empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible outside core office hours
- Disclosure barring service (DBS) Check
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Medical Receptionist in a Healthcare setting
- Strong IT skills
- Competent on the use of office & outlook
- Emis user skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level in Maths & English
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of administrative duties
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Clear & polite telephone manner
- Good interpersonal skills
- Problem solving & analytical skills
- Effective time management
- Ability to work as a team & autonomously
- Ability to follow policies & procedures
- Polite & confident
- Flexible & Cooperative
- Motivated & forward thinker
- High levels of integrity & loyalty
- Sensitive & empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible outside core office hours
- Disclosure barring service (DBS) Check
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Medical Receptionist in a Healthcare setting
- Strong IT skills
- Competent on the use of office & outlook
- Emis user skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Darwen Healthlink
Address
Darwen Health Centre
James Street West
Darwen
Lancashire
BB3 1PY
United Kingdom
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Darwen Healthlink
Address
Darwen Health Centre
James Street West
Darwen
Lancashire
BB3 1PY
United Kingdom
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381044
Job summary
The Relief Care Team Leader will play an important role within the Care team at Otto Schiff on the Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus in Golders Green, supporting residents living with dementia and providing leadership to care staff. Working on a relief basis with 12-hour shifts from 8am8pm, including some weekends, the postholder will lead and coordinate shifts, ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and person-centred care. The role includes supporting residents with personal care and daily living, promoting physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing, contributing to care planning, responding to incidents and emergencies, and maintaining accurate records. You will also support, mentor and motivate colleagues, assist with induction and development, and promote safeguarding, health and safety and regulatory compliance. A QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent is essential, alongside experience supervising staff within a care setting
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a caring, motivated and proactive Relief Care Team Leader to join our team at Otto Schiff in Golders Green. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced care professional who enjoys leading others while providing high-quality, person-centred support to older people living with dementia. You will take responsibility for coordinating shifts, supporting care staff and ensuring residents receive the right care and support to maintain their dignity, independence and quality of life. You will also contribute to care planning, safeguarding, medication support, staff development and effective communication with families and healthcare professionals. If you have strong leadership skills, a compassionate approach and a genuine commitment to excellent care, we would love to hear from you.
About us
Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives
Details
Date posted
03 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15.80 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
VPBB133077
Job locations
Golders Green
NW11 9DQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive Care Team Leader to join our residential and nursing care teams. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and leading others to achieve the very best outcomes for residents.
As a Team Leader, you will lead shifts, support and guide care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and responsive care that promotes wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
You will play an important role in creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for residents, relatives, colleagues, and visitors, while helping to maintain the high standards our services are known for.
The Care Team Leader role is worked on a rota basis and includes evening and weekend shifts.
Shift length: 12-hour shifts (88)
Includes some weekend working
What You Will Be Doing- Leading and coordinating care staff during shifts to ensure excellent standards of care are consistently delivered
- Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with individual care plans and preferences
- Promoting residents physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing
- Contributing to the development and review of care plans to ensure care remains person centred and responsive
- Responding promptly and appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and resident requests
- Supporting, mentoring, and motivating care staff to maintain a positive and professional team culture
- Assisting with staff induction, supervision, learning, and development, including agency staff where required
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring effective communication with residents, relatives, colleagues, and healthcare professionals
- Promoting health, safety, safeguarding, and compliance with organisational policies and care regulations
- Supporting an excellent customer experience for all residents, families, and visitors
- QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Experience working within a care environment, including supervising staff within a care setting
- Experience supporting older people, including individuals living with dementia and physical disabilities
- Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred care practices
- Knowledge of medication administration and CQC regulations/KLOEs
- Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage challenging situations positively and work effectively under pressure
- Good IT skills, including the use of electronic care planning systems
- A flexible and compassionate approach to supporting residents needs
Desirable
- Assessor or Mentor qualification
- Understanding of Jewish values, culture, and traditions
Competitive salary and benefits package Excellent learning and development opportunities Ongoing training and career progression Supportive leadership and team environment The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people and their families
Why Join Us?At Jewish Care, youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team where your contribution is truly valued. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where residents and colleagues can thrive, and where high-quality care is delivered with kindness, dignity, and respect every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive Care Team Leader to join our residential and nursing care teams. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and leading others to achieve the very best outcomes for residents.
As a Team Leader, you will lead shifts, support and guide care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and responsive care that promotes wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
You will play an important role in creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for residents, relatives, colleagues, and visitors, while helping to maintain the high standards our services are known for.
The Care Team Leader role is worked on a rota basis and includes evening and weekend shifts.
Shift length: 12-hour shifts (88)
Includes some weekend working
What You Will Be Doing- Leading and coordinating care staff during shifts to ensure excellent standards of care are consistently delivered
- Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with individual care plans and preferences
- Promoting residents physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing
- Contributing to the development and review of care plans to ensure care remains person centred and responsive
- Responding promptly and appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and resident requests
- Supporting, mentoring, and motivating care staff to maintain a positive and professional team culture
- Assisting with staff induction, supervision, learning, and development, including agency staff where required
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring effective communication with residents, relatives, colleagues, and healthcare professionals
- Promoting health, safety, safeguarding, and compliance with organisational policies and care regulations
- Supporting an excellent customer experience for all residents, families, and visitors
- QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Experience working within a care environment, including supervising staff within a care setting
- Experience supporting older people, including individuals living with dementia and physical disabilities
- Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred care practices
- Knowledge of medication administration and CQC regulations/KLOEs
- Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage challenging situations positively and work effectively under pressure
- Good IT skills, including the use of electronic care planning systems
- A flexible and compassionate approach to supporting residents needs
Desirable
- Assessor or Mentor qualification
- Understanding of Jewish values, culture, and traditions
Competitive salary and benefits package Excellent learning and development opportunities Ongoing training and career progression Supportive leadership and team environment The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people and their families
Why Join Us?At Jewish Care, youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team where your contribution is truly valued. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where residents and colleagues can thrive, and where high-quality care is delivered with kindness, dignity, and respect every day.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
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
Jewish Care
Address
Golders Green
NW11 9DQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Jewish Care
Address
Golders Green
NW11 9DQ
United Kingdom
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https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381040
Job summary
Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare where you can make a real difference to people living with cancer? We are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join our Radiotherapy team as a Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice.
This exciting earn-while-you-learn opportunity combines workplace-based training with university study, leading to qualification as a Therapeutic Radiographer and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Under the supervision of experienced staff, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to deliver high-quality radiotherapy treatments and support patients throughout their treatment journey.
Working within a multidisciplinary cancer team, you will gain experience across a range of radiotherapy activities while contributing to safe, effective and patient-centred care. You will learn to use advanced technology, communicate with patients and colleagues, and participate in the delivery of modern radiotherapy services.
We are looking for enthusiastic applicants with strong communication skills, a commitment to learning and a genuine desire to support others. Applicants must meet the academic entry requirements for the apprenticeship programme, including GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/ST0620/therapeutic-radiographer
Join us and begin a fulfilling professional career at the forefront of cancer treatment.
Main duties of the job
Complete the Therapeutic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship, combining academic study with clinical training and competency development.
Work under the supervision of registered Therapeutic Radiographers to provide safe, effective and compassionate patient care.
Support the planning and delivery of radiotherapy treatments in line with departmental policies and professional standards.
Communicate effectively with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team.
Provide information and support to patients throughout their treatment pathway.
Assist in confirming patient consent and maintaining patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality.
Ensure correct patient identification and safe treatment delivery in accordance with radiation safety requirements.
Maintain accurate patient records using departmental and hospital information systems.
Participate in quality assurance activities and the safe operation of radiotherapy equipment.
Report incidents, risks and equipment faults promptly to supervising staff.
Contribute to audit, service improvement and quality initiatives within the department.
Attend university teaching, departmental training and continuing professional development activities.
Work flexibly across clinical areas to support service delivery.
Support the learning and development of colleagues and students where appropriate.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£25,377.95 a year AfC Band 5 Annex 21 = 65% Year 1, 70% Year 2, 75% Year 3
Contract
Apprenticeship
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
184-OL-YE-5949
Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our apprentice opportunities are for individuals who are enthusiastic, caring and compassionate and have the drive and ambition to complete a degree apprenticeship to become a registered Therapeutic Radiographer. We are keen to develop these roles and talent within Somerset.
Alongside our Academic Partner, we will support you to grow to your full potential. You'll work and learn with the best and we strive to ensure that this is in an environment conducive to getting the best out of your work/life balance. It's a place where your work revolves around your life as opposed to your life revolving around your work!
Apprentices will be workplace based for four days (30 hours) per week and 1 day (7.5 hours) will be protected study time -- either locally or at the associated Higher Education Institution (HEI). Attendance of training at the associated HEI is essential and annual leave must be arranged outside these sessions.
Entry requirements: https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/ST0620/therapeutic-radiographer
Tariff points:112
This is a 3-year course, you must meet the eligibility and enrolment criteria to enrol on the Apprenticeship, be a resident of the UK and held the right to remain / work in the UK for the previous 3 years and any visa held must exceed the length of the course including the EPA allowance. You cannot renew your visa mid course.
Job purpose - To put our patients first by working as one team, leading, listening and striving for the best
To work within the Radiotherapy department under the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship programme.
Work under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner
As part of the multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will fulfil a key role in providing radiotherapy, care and support to individuals as specified in standard radiotherapy protocols.
The post holder will fulfil all tasks and work as part of a team responsible for providing an efficient service in the Radiotherapy Department. It may be necessary to attend other Radiotherapy Departments to gain sufficient experience in some treatments.
To work as part of a team responsible for providing an efficient Radiotherapy service at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.
Attend mandatory academic training for the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship programme at the partner university.
Make a commitment to study both within working hours and at home during the duration of the apprenticeship course.
Attend virtual tutorials and webinars and complete all e-learning as instructed by the partner university.
Attend tutorials, teaching and CPD events arranged by the Radiotherapy Department as instructed by the lead Practice Educator.
Complete and maintain effective patient records accurately respecting confidentiality issues and in line with the Trust's confidentiality and Information Governance requirements
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our apprentice opportunities are for individuals who are enthusiastic, caring and compassionate and have the drive and ambition to complete a degree apprenticeship to become a registered Therapeutic Radiographer. We are keen to develop these roles and talent within Somerset.
Alongside our Academic Partner, we will support you to grow to your full potential. You'll work and learn with the best and we strive to ensure that this is in an environment conducive to getting the best out of your work/life balance. It's a place where your work revolves around your life as opposed to your life revolving around your work!
Apprentices will be workplace based for four days (30 hours) per week and 1 day (7.5 hours) will be protected study time -- either locally or at the associated Higher Education Institution (HEI). Attendance of training at the associated HEI is essential and annual leave must be arranged outside these sessions.
Entry requirements: https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/ST0620/therapeutic-radiographer
Tariff points:112
This is a 3-year course, you must meet the eligibility and enrolment criteria to enrol on the Apprenticeship, be a resident of the UK and held the right to remain / work in the UK for the previous 3 years and any visa held must exceed the length of the course including the EPA allowance. You cannot renew your visa mid course.
Job purpose - To put our patients first by working as one team, leading, listening and striving for the best
To work within the Radiotherapy department under the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship programme.
Work under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner
As part of the multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will fulfil a key role in providing radiotherapy, care and support to individuals as specified in standard radiotherapy protocols.
The post holder will fulfil all tasks and work as part of a team responsible for providing an efficient service in the Radiotherapy Department. It may be necessary to attend other Radiotherapy Departments to gain sufficient experience in some treatments.
To work as part of a team responsible for providing an efficient Radiotherapy service at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.
Attend mandatory academic training for the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship programme at the partner university.
Make a commitment to study both within working hours and at home during the duration of the apprenticeship course.
Attend virtual tutorials and webinars and complete all e-learning as instructed by the partner university.
Attend tutorials, teaching and CPD events arranged by the Radiotherapy Department as instructed by the lead Practice Educator.
Complete and maintain effective patient records accurately respecting confidentiality issues and in line with the Trust's confidentiality and Information Governance requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualifications or equivalent to meet HEI entry requirements
- BBC 112 UCAS points
- DMM BTEC in a science/healthcare subject
- 12 level 3 credits at Merit or above in an access to science/healthcare
- 60 credits at 60% or above in a relevant foundation degree
- GCSE English and Maths (4 or above) or equivalent
- For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see the minimum entry requirements page
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant national standards, e.g. IR(ME)R 2017, IRR 2017 and associated codes of practice
- IV cannulation competency
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge / understanding of promoting patient's independence
- Ability to work under pressure and with flexibility
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Radiotherapy Department
- Experience of working directly with patients providing care or treatment interventions
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
- Good hand to eye co-ordination and sensory skills
- Flexible working re: working in a range of clinical settings and environments and shift patterns
- Willingness/commitment to undertake training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualifications or equivalent to meet HEI entry requirements
- BBC 112 UCAS points
- DMM BTEC in a science/healthcare subject
- 12 level 3 credits at Merit or above in an access to science/healthcare
- 60 credits at 60% or above in a relevant foundation degree
- GCSE English and Maths (4 or above) or equivalent
- For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see the minimum entry requirements page
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant national standards, e.g. IR(ME)R 2017, IRR 2017 and associated codes of practice
- IV cannulation competency
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge / understanding of promoting patient's independence
- Ability to work under pressure and with flexibility
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Radiotherapy Department
- Experience of working directly with patients providing care or treatment interventions
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
- Good hand to eye co-ordination and sensory skills
- Flexible working re: working in a range of clinical settings and environments and shift patterns
- Willingness/commitment to undertake training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
United Kingdom
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381038
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join the St Elizabeth Hospice team in Ipswich. You will join a dynamic, friendly and established team of medical and nurse consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
St Elizabeth Hospice is rated CQC outstanding and provides services in a large geographical area, offering urban and rural diversity and places of outstanding natural beauty. This coastal area of the country supports a good work-life balance and is easily accessible to London and beyond. There are strong links between local acute and palliative care providers and with the Universities of East Anglia, Suffolk and Cambridge. Teaching opportunities abound.
Main duties of the job
Your post will provide input predominantly to the inpatient services and the wider community of Ipswich and East Suffolk. You will join at a very exciting time in the region as new services are designed and implemented. St Elizabeth Hospice is playing an active part in neighbourhood health pilots in the new combined Norfolk and Suffolk ICB and worked collaboratively to achieve Compassionate Community accreditation for Suffolk.
After 35 years of delivering excellent care, St Elizabeth Hospice continues to drive forward innovation and development of services. The successful candidate will join an established team whose members are involved in research and system wide service development and committed to the continual improvement of clinical care.
You will be employed by St Elizabeth hospice, aligned with Agenda for Change. Full time hours are available but there is flexibility around how the job plan is delivered; interested candidates are strongly encouraged to approach us for discussion.
Interview date: week commencing 9th November
About us
In addition to being part of a wonderful local charity, the hospice offers a generous benefit package, including:
27 days annual leave entitlement
Pension scheme (NHS pension transferable)
Life Cover
Cycle to Work Scheme
Car Leasing Scheme
Health Service Discounts
Occupational Sick Pay
Subsidised refreshments
Blue Light Card
Employee Assistance Programme
St Elizabeth Hospice is committed to safeguarding and protecting the adults and young people that we work with and has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, neglect and discrimination of any person. As such, all posts are subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We have a range of robust safeguarding policies in place which promote safeguarding across the hospice and staff are expected to undertake regular, mandatory safeguarding training to equip them with the knowledge and skills to identify and respond to potential risks.
Details
Date posted
04 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0291-26-0035
Job locations
565 Foxhall Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP3 8LX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job summary:
The Nurse Consultant in Palliative Care is a senior clinical leader with organisational responsibility for providing expert, autonomous practice, and nursing leadership, enabling high standards of safe, effective and compassionate care. Collaborating with the Medical Director, Medical Consultants and wider clinical teams, the role provides clinical leadership, education and supervision, strengthens professional practice and drives service transformation, quality improvement and equitable access to care.
The Nurse Consultant leads the development of specialist practice, clinical standards including policy, guidelines and procedures, workforce development, research and evidence-based care. In addition, the Nurse Consultant holds clinical supervision responsibilities for specialty grade doctors, advanced practitioners and non-medical prescribers. The Nurse Consultant works alongside external partners and multi-disciplinary teams to influence system-wide service quality to improve patient outcomes, demonstrating the hospice values.
Safeguarding responsibilities:
To demonstrate a commitment to keeping adults and young people safe
To report any disclosure made to you to the appropriate person.
To report any safeguarding concerns in the workplace to the appropriate person
To maintain an awareness of the hospices policies in relation to safeguarding
Key responsibilities:
Expert Clinical Practice
To directly manage care of patients and carers with specialist palliative care needs for no less than 60% of their job plan.
Expert clinical Assessment and Management:
o Provides autonomous expert assessment and management of patients with complex specialist palliative and end-of-life care needs.
o Undertakes holistic assessment and applies advanced clinical reasoning to determine appropriate, evidence-based interventions.
o Develops, implements, and evaluates individualised care plans in partnership with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
o Leads the management of the most complex and challenging clinical situations across all settings in which the hospice provides services
Analyse and synthesise highly complex clinical and non-clinical information, including investigation results, to inform safe, timely and evidence-based decisions.
Support and empower colleagues across the multidisciplinary team to provide patient centred care through a collaborative approach,
Act as a recognised clinical expert within specialist palliative and end of life care, maintaining visibility, accessibility, and credibility in practice as part of a flexible and dynamic medical team consisting of Medical Consultants, Nurse consultants, specialty grade doctors and resident doctors.
Maintain professional, legal and ethical accountability for all aspects of practice, working in accordance with the NMC Code, hospice, local and national policies, and organisational values.
Provide expert advice, second opinion and clinical consultation to nursing, medical, allied health professional and wider multidisciplinary colleagues.
Promote shared decision-making with patients, families, and carers, taking account of mental capacity, consent, preferences, diversity, dignity and individual values.
Provide authoritative expertise in pain and symptom management, prognosis, quality of life, treatment escalation, withdrawal or withholding of treatment, and end of life decision-making within an ethical framework.
Work as a Non-Medical Prescriber improving timely access to medication and ensuring safe prescribing, supply and administration in line with hospice policy.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support safe, effective and timely admission, discharge, transition and continuity of care.
Support generalist and specialist colleagues to develop competence in palliative and end of life care through education, supervision, advice, consultation, and role modelling.
Facilitate the development of nursing and clinical practice across all hospice related services including inpatient, outpatient, and community in response to patient, workforce, and service need.
Promote evidence-based and research-informed practice, linking clinical development to governance, quality improvement, and patient safety agendas.
Identify, lead and support service improvement initiatives that enhance access, experience, outcomes, and quality of palliative care provision.
Develop, establish, and implement care pathways, guidelines and practitioner-led initiatives, particularly where precedents do not exist.
Engage with all requirements for appraisal and revalidation, including continuous professional development which will be supported by access to paid study leave.
Leadership Capabilities
Work with the Medical Director, Medical Consultants, and other clinical leads to develop and implement the Hospices strategic clinical plan, annual business plans and service level agreements.
Provide expert clinical, professional and values-based leadership across the organisation, including direct clinical leadership of Advanced Practice and Non-Medical Prescribing. Lead on Hospice Non-Medical Prescribing governance and workforce development.
Provide line-management to Speciality Grade Doctors, support with professional development, coaching, and oversight of clinical practice.
Lead strategic development, service improvement, inquiry, and innovation across palliative and end of life care, using evidence, standards, audit, outcome measures and best practice to inform decision-making.
Identify areas for service improvement, work with stakeholders and service users, propose and project manage change, and evaluate the impact on care quality, experience, safety, and service effectiveness.
Contribute to hospice governance processes, prescribing governance, medicines management, risk management, complaints management, policy development and standards within the Hospice and wider locality.
Act as an expert resource and provide advice, consultancy and leadership on standards relating to specialist palliative and end of life care.
Create a culture of effectiveness, inclusiveness, excellence and respectful relationships, supporting high-performing palliative care teams and good places to work where people from all backgrounds can excel.
Provide a strong and visible leadership presence, building open, trusting, and respectful relationships with internal and external partners.
Act as an effective role model, demonstrating self-awareness, emotional intelligence, courage, and commitment to speaking up for patients, families, service users and staff.
Support professional development, mentorship, coaching, recruitment, role development, and feedback processes across clinical teams.
Support formal and informal team building, chair meetings effectively and contribute as a core member of the Medical Team.
Build and maintain networks of leaders and sustainable partnerships across organisations, sectors, and systems, including regional, national and international links where appropriate.
Actively involve key partners, commissioners, senior leaders, staff and service users in creating a shared vision that responds to current and future population needs across health and social care.
Represent the hospice on relevant groups and at meetings where expert nursing leadership in specialist palliative care is required.
Promote and facilitate evidence-based practice by keeping up to date with developments in nursing, advanced practice, and palliative care.
Utilise clinical outcomes measures such as the OACC suite, and a range of clinical and activity data to demonstrate effectiveness and drive improvement.
All new consultants can be mentored by an established consultant within the organisation or by one of the consultants from the neighbouring Palliative Care service providers to enable them to settle into the post and to support them in their initial years as a consultant. Established consultants will also have access to mentoring or support as needed.
Education
Provide expert education and training to patients, carers, nurses, healthcare professionals, and wider stakeholders, adapting teaching to diverse levels of knowledge, experience and learning needs.
Identify learning and development needs across clinical teams and the wider workforce, contributing to induction, training programmes, professional development, and career pathways.
Create a culture of learning and continuous improvement through experiential learning, reflective practice, peer learning, clinical supervision, mentoring, and shared learning.
Lead and develop the Advance Practice workforce including governance, supervision, and mentorship of Advanced Practitioners.
Provide direct and indirect clinical supervision to resident doctors and medical students whilst on placement at the hospice.
Act as a professional resource and expert educator for palliative and end-of-life care, providing clinical advice and developing the capability and confidence of others, including through effective educational partnerships with our connected higher education institutions and training providers,
Use findings from internal and external clinical governance activity, alongside research and user feedback to inform and develop the Medical Teams and the hospices education programmes and quality improvement activity.
Disseminate and contributes to professional knowledge, through research, publications, conference presentations, posters, and other professional forums, acting as a recognised local, regional and national resource in palliative and end-of-life care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job summary:
The Nurse Consultant in Palliative Care is a senior clinical leader with organisational responsibility for providing expert, autonomous practice, and nursing leadership, enabling high standards of safe, effective and compassionate care. Collaborating with the Medical Director, Medical Consultants and wider clinical teams, the role provides clinical leadership, education and supervision, strengthens professional practice and drives service transformation, quality improvement and equitable access to care.
The Nurse Consultant leads the development of specialist practice, clinical standards including policy, guidelines and procedures, workforce development, research and evidence-based care. In addition, the Nurse Consultant holds clinical supervision responsibilities for specialty grade doctors, advanced practitioners and non-medical prescribers. The Nurse Consultant works alongside external partners and multi-disciplinary teams to influence system-wide service quality to improve patient outcomes, demonstrating the hospice values.
Safeguarding responsibilities:
To demonstrate a commitment to keeping adults and young people safe
To report any disclosure made to you to the appropriate person.
To report any safeguarding concerns in the workplace to the appropriate person
To maintain an awareness of the hospices policies in relation to safeguarding
Key responsibilities:
Expert Clinical Practice
To directly manage care of patients and carers with specialist palliative care needs for no less than 60% of their job plan.
Expert clinical Assessment and Management:
o Provides autonomous expert assessment and management of patients with complex specialist palliative and end-of-life care needs.
o Undertakes holistic assessment and applies advanced clinical reasoning to determine appropriate, evidence-based interventions.
o Develops, implements, and evaluates individualised care plans in partnership with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
o Leads the management of the most complex and challenging clinical situations across all settings in which the hospice provides services
Analyse and synthesise highly complex clinical and non-clinical information, including investigation results, to inform safe, timely and evidence-based decisions.
Support and empower colleagues across the multidisciplinary team to provide patient centred care through a collaborative approach,
Act as a recognised clinical expert within specialist palliative and end of life care, maintaining visibility, accessibility, and credibility in practice as part of a flexible and dynamic medical team consisting of Medical Consultants, Nurse consultants, specialty grade doctors and resident doctors.
Maintain professional, legal and ethical accountability for all aspects of practice, working in accordance with the NMC Code, hospice, local and national policies, and organisational values.
Provide expert advice, second opinion and clinical consultation to nursing, medical, allied health professional and wider multidisciplinary colleagues.
Promote shared decision-making with patients, families, and carers, taking account of mental capacity, consent, preferences, diversity, dignity and individual values.
Provide authoritative expertise in pain and symptom management, prognosis, quality of life, treatment escalation, withdrawal or withholding of treatment, and end of life decision-making within an ethical framework.
Work as a Non-Medical Prescriber improving timely access to medication and ensuring safe prescribing, supply and administration in line with hospice policy.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support safe, effective and timely admission, discharge, transition and continuity of care.
Support generalist and specialist colleagues to develop competence in palliative and end of life care through education, supervision, advice, consultation, and role modelling.
Facilitate the development of nursing and clinical practice across all hospice related services including inpatient, outpatient, and community in response to patient, workforce, and service need.
Promote evidence-based and research-informed practice, linking clinical development to governance, quality improvement, and patient safety agendas.
Identify, lead and support service improvement initiatives that enhance access, experience, outcomes, and quality of palliative care provision.
Develop, establish, and implement care pathways, guidelines and practitioner-led initiatives, particularly where precedents do not exist.
Engage with all requirements for appraisal and revalidation, including continuous professional development which will be supported by access to paid study leave.
Leadership Capabilities
Work with the Medical Director, Medical Consultants, and other clinical leads to develop and implement the Hospices strategic clinical plan, annual business plans and service level agreements.
Provide expert clinical, professional and values-based leadership across the organisation, including direct clinical leadership of Advanced Practice and Non-Medical Prescribing. Lead on Hospice Non-Medical Prescribing governance and workforce development.
Provide line-management to Speciality Grade Doctors, support with professional development, coaching, and oversight of clinical practice.
Lead strategic development, service improvement, inquiry, and innovation across palliative and end of life care, using evidence, standards, audit, outcome measures and best practice to inform decision-making.
Identify areas for service improvement, work with stakeholders and service users, propose and project manage change, and evaluate the impact on care quality, experience, safety, and service effectiveness.
Contribute to hospice governance processes, prescribing governance, medicines management, risk management, complaints management, policy development and standards within the Hospice and wider locality.
Act as an expert resource and provide advice, consultancy and leadership on standards relating to specialist palliative and end of life care.
Create a culture of effectiveness, inclusiveness, excellence and respectful relationships, supporting high-performing palliative care teams and good places to work where people from all backgrounds can excel.
Provide a strong and visible leadership presence, building open, trusting, and respectful relationships with internal and external partners.
Act as an effective role model, demonstrating self-awareness, emotional intelligence, courage, and commitment to speaking up for patients, families, service users and staff.
Support professional development, mentorship, coaching, recruitment, role development, and feedback processes across clinical teams.
Support formal and informal team building, chair meetings effectively and contribute as a core member of the Medical Team.
Build and maintain networks of leaders and sustainable partnerships across organisations, sectors, and systems, including regional, national and international links where appropriate.
Actively involve key partners, commissioners, senior leaders, staff and service users in creating a shared vision that responds to current and future population needs across health and social care.
Represent the hospice on relevant groups and at meetings where expert nursing leadership in specialist palliative care is required.
Promote and facilitate evidence-based practice by keeping up to date with developments in nursing, advanced practice, and palliative care.
Utilise clinical outcomes measures such as the OACC suite, and a range of clinical and activity data to demonstrate effectiveness and drive improvement.
All new consultants can be mentored by an established consultant within the organisation or by one of the consultants from the neighbouring Palliative Care service providers to enable them to settle into the post and to support them in their initial years as a consultant. Established consultants will also have access to mentoring or support as needed.
Education
Provide expert education and training to patients, carers, nurses, healthcare professionals, and wider stakeholders, adapting teaching to diverse levels of knowledge, experience and learning needs.
Identify learning and development needs across clinical teams and the wider workforce, contributing to induction, training programmes, professional development, and career pathways.
Create a culture of learning and continuous improvement through experiential learning, reflective practice, peer learning, clinical supervision, mentoring, and shared learning.
Lead and develop the Advance Practice workforce including governance, supervision, and mentorship of Advanced Practitioners.
Provide direct and indirect clinical supervision to resident doctors and medical students whilst on placement at the hospice.
Act as a professional resource and expert educator for palliative and end-of-life care, providing clinical advice and developing the capability and confidence of others, including through effective educational partnerships with our connected higher education institutions and training providers,
Use findings from internal and external clinical governance activity, alongside research and user feedback to inform and develop the Medical Teams and the hospices education programmes and quality improvement activity.
Disseminate and contributes to professional knowledge, through research, publications, conference presentations, posters, and other professional forums, acting as a recognised local, regional and national resource in palliative and end-of-life care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Level One Registration
- MSc Palliative Care/Advanced Clinical Practice
- Advanced Clinical Assessment Skills
- Non-medical Prescribing
- Advanced Communication Skills
Desirable
- Teaching qualification
- PHD or willingness to work towards
- Leadership Qualification
Specific Skills
Essential
- Able to undertake audit and research, independently or with others.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Able to analyse highly complex facts and situations.
- IT literate and good office skills.
- Clean driving license and access to own vehicle.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Approachable and calm.
- Imaginative and problem solver.
- Enjoys challenges.
- Strong leadership values.
- Able to work flexibly and be adaptable.
- Team player.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years experience working at a senior level in specialist palliative care or similar specialty.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and experience.
- Experience in teaching and supervision.
- Experience of leading service development, projects and change management.
- Experience in conducting clinical audit.
- Experience in writing procedures and standards.
Desirable
- Experience in strategic planning.
- Academic interest.
- Experience in presenting at conferences.
- Published journal articles.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Level One Registration
- MSc Palliative Care/Advanced Clinical Practice
- Advanced Clinical Assessment Skills
- Non-medical Prescribing
- Advanced Communication Skills
Desirable
- Teaching qualification
- PHD or willingness to work towards
- Leadership Qualification
Specific Skills
Essential
- Able to undertake audit and research, independently or with others.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Able to analyse highly complex facts and situations.
- IT literate and good office skills.
- Clean driving license and access to own vehicle.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Approachable and calm.
- Imaginative and problem solver.
- Enjoys challenges.
- Strong leadership values.
- Able to work flexibly and be adaptable.
- Team player.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years experience working at a senior level in specialist palliative care or similar specialty.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and experience.
- Experience in teaching and supervision.
- Experience of leading service development, projects and change management.
- Experience in conducting clinical audit.
- Experience in writing procedures and standards.
Desirable
- Experience in strategic planning.
- Academic interest.
- Experience in presenting at conferences.
- Published journal articles.
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
St Elizabeth Hospice
Address
565 Foxhall Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP3 8LX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
St Elizabeth Hospice
Address
565 Foxhall Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP3 8LX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381037
Job summary
Are you looking for the next step in your career, in an environment where you can develop and specialise your skills? Then join Pinhoe View as an Assistant Psychologist where you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team to make a real difference in lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society. What you will be doing You will be working in a mental health service for adults with acute mental health conditions alongside addressing conditions like depression, self-harm, physical health concerns, and psychological distress including trauma. As an Assistant Psychologist you will have the opportunity to assist with assessments, formulations, and treatment to our service users, under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist. You will also assist in clinically related administration including conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching, and project work. At Pinhoe View you will have the chance to develop specialist skills through out your time with us. Your professional growth is important
Main duties of the job
The Assistant Psychologist at Pinhoe View offers a chance to develop and specialise in mental health services for adults with acute conditions. The role involves assisting with psychological assessments, facilitating interventions, maintaining clinical databases, and supporting research tasks, all under the supervision of a Senior Psychologist. Elysium Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package including salary, leave, career development, and wellbeing support. The job requires a degree in Psychology eligible for Graduate Membership of the BPS, experience in mental health settings, and strong organizational and communication skills. Professional practice expectations in line with HCPC and BPS standards are mandatory.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health services across England and Wales, known for its innovative care delivery approach. With more than 8,000 employees across 80 services, Elysium offers vast opportunities for career growth. It is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global organization with a presence in 10 countries and over 86,000 employees. Elysium is committed to inclusive recruitment, offers comprehensive care benefits, and adheres to stringent safe recruitment practices. Facilities like Pinhoe View, a purpose-built center, are characterized by a robust multidisciplinary team offering specialized mental health care.
Details
Date posted
04 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,632 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1558716389
Job locations
Elysium Healthcare
Exeter
EX1 3PZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for the next step in your career, in an environment where you can develop and specialise your skills? Then join Pinhoe View s an Assistant Psychologist where you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team to make a real difference in lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society.
What you will be doing
You will be working in a mental health service for adults with acute mental health conditions alongside addressing conditions like depression, self harm, physical health concerns, and psychological distress including trauma.
As an Assistant Psychologist you will have the opportunity to assist with assessments, formulations, and treatment to our service users, under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist. You will also assist in clinically related administration including conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching, and project work.
At Pinhoe View you will have the chance to develop specialist skills through out your time with us. Your professional growth is important, which is why there are numerous career development opportunities to keep you learning and improving.
To start your career at Pinhoe View apply today.
As an Assistant Psychologist you will be:
- Contributing to psychological assessments and formulations
- Facilitating psychological interventions on a 1:1 and/or group basis to service users, monitoring and reporting upon their effectiveness
- Assisting in designing and delivering specialist training to others
- Assisting with the delivery of reflective practice for staff
- Maintaining clinical databases
- Completing outcome measures
- Writing reports for various audiences
- Service evaluation and other research tasks including collecting, analysing, and reporting upon an array of statistics
- Undertaking clinically relevant audits
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A minimum of an upper second-class honours degree in Psychology conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS)
- Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist in a forensic and/or mental health setting in a similar role
- Experience of maintaining office systems and undertaking administration tasks
- Creative thinking, clinical efficacy, and a strong commitment to working with evidenced based models of therapeutic intervention
- Strong organisation skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- To meet professional practice expectations including the HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics, and the BPS code of ethics and conduct
Where you will be working:
Location: Pinhoe View, College Way, Exeter, EX1 3PZ
Pinhoe View is a new purpose-built facility where a range of mental health services are provided for adults with acute mental health conditions across two wards and eight individual flats. The 24-hour acute inpatient service is supported by a full multidisciplinary team, which specialises in the assessment, treatment and stabilisation of people suffering from a significant mental health episode and in crisis.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
- Annual base salary of £26,632
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free meals and onsite free parking
About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description Job responsibilities Are you looking for the next step in your career, in an environment where you can develop and specialise your skills? Then join Pinhoe View s an Assistant Psychologist where you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team to make a real difference in lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society. What you will be doing You will be working in a mental health service for adults with acute mental health conditions alongside addressing conditions like depression, self harm, physical health concerns, and psychological distress including trauma. As an Assistant Psychologist you will have the opportunity to assist with assessments, formulations, and treatment to our service users, under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist. You will also assist in clinically related administration including conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching, and project work. At Pinhoe View you will have the chance to develop specialist skills through out your time with us. Your professional growth is important, which is why there are numerous career development opportunities to keep you learning and improving. To start your career at Pinhoe View apply today. As an Assistant Psychologist you will be: Contributing to psychological assessments and formulations Facilitating psychological interventions on a 1:1 and/or group basis to service users, monitoring and reporting upon their effectiveness Assisting in designing and delivering specialist training to others Assisting with the delivery of reflective practice for staff Maintaining clinical databases Completing outcome measures Writing reports for various audiences Service evaluation and other research tasks including collecting, analysing, and reporting upon an array of statistics Undertaking clinically relevant audits To be successful in this role, you will have: A minimum of an upper second-class honours degree in Psychology conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist in a forensic and/or mental health setting in a similar role Experience of maintaining office systems and undertaking administration tasks Creative thinking, clinical efficacy, and a strong commitment to working with evidenced based models of therapeutic intervention Strong organisation skills Good interpersonal and communication skills To meet professional practice expectations including the HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics, and the BPS code of ethics and conduct Where you will be working: Location: Pinhoe View, College Way, Exeter, EX1 3PZ Pinhoe View is a new purpose-built facility where a range of mental health services are provided for adults with acute mental health conditions across two wards and eight individual flats. The 24-hour acute inpatient service is supported by a full multidisciplinary team, which specialises in the assessment, treatment and stabilisation of people suffering from a significant mental health episode and in crisis. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £26,632 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free meals and onsite free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of an upper second-class honours degree in Psychology conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist in a forensic and/or mental health setting in a similar role.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential A minimum of an upper second-class honours degree in Psychology conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist in a forensic and/or mental health setting in a similar role.
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
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Exeter
EX1 3PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Exeter
EX1 3PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381036
Job summary
Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? If so, join Pinhoe View, where you will be working 21 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. Theres a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. Its a calm and pleasurable working environment, where youll be able to manage your workload and your career. Theres huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Catering Assistant you will be: Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the companys policies and procedures. Serving service users, staff and visitors with food an
Main duties of the job
As a Catering Assistant, you'll assist catering staff in meal preparation and cooking, serve meals and beverages to users, staff, and visitors, maintain storage and stock rotation, ensure cleanliness and hygiene in all areas, and collaborate with the broader team, including dietitians, regarding dietary plans. The role involves working 21 hours a week at Pinhoe View, a new facility providing mental health services. It promises a calm and supportive environment conducive to career growth, with various training opportunities. The salary is £25,058, with benefits including annual leave, career development, wellbeing support, and more.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is a prominent healthcare provider employing over 8,000 staff across a network of more than 80 services in England and Wales. They cover various areas such as Mental Health, Neurology, Learning Disabilities, and Autism, offering significant opportunities for career growth and movement within the organization. Elysium emphasizes supportive career development, providing a substantial range of training courses and career advancement opportunities. They are part of Ramsay Health Care, a global entity operating in 10 countries with over 86,000 employees. Elysium Healthcare is committed to safe recruitment protocols and is a Disability Confident employer, advocating for inclusive and accessible recruitment processes.
Details
Date posted
04 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,058 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1558716390
Job locations
Elysium Healthcare
Exeter
EX1 3PZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society?
If so, join Pinhoe View, where you will be working 21 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team.
Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly.
It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and your career. There’s huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.
As a Catering Assistant you will be:
- Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.
- Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages.
- Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation.
- Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly.
- As part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and procedures.
- Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable)
- Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP
- Experience of working within similar role.
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
Where you will be working:
Location: Pinhoe View, College Way, Exeter, EX1 3PZ
Pinhoe View is a new purpose-built facility where a range of mental health services are provided for adults with acute mental health conditions across two wards and eight individual flats. The 24-hour acute inpatient service is supported by a full multidisciplinary team, which specialises in the assessment, treatment and stabilisation of people suffering from a significant mental health episode and in crisis.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
- Annual base salary of £25,058
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free meals and onsite free parking
About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description Job responsibilities Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? If so, join Pinhoe View, where you will be working 21 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and your career. There’s huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Catering Assistant you will be: Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures. Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages. Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation. Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly. As part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and procedures. Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals To be successful in this role, you'll need: Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable) Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP Experience of working within similar role. Basic numeracy and literacy skills. Where you will be working: Location: Pinhoe View, College Way, Exeter, EX1 3PZ Pinhoe View is a new purpose-built facility where a range of mental health services are provided for adults with acute mental health conditions across two wards and eight individual flats. The 24-hour acute inpatient service is supported by a full multidisciplinary team, which specialises in the assessment, treatment and stabilisation of people suffering from a significant mental health episode and in crisis. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £25,058 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free meals and onsite free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Catering Qualification is desirable. Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP, experience in a similar role, and basic numeracy and literacy skills are required.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant Catering Qualification is desirable. Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP, experience in a similar role, and basic numeracy and literacy skills are required.
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
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Exeter
EX1 3PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Exeter
EX1 3PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381035
Job summary
Become a Lead Administrator with purpose, where your contribution is part of helping to change people's lives. It's an administration role that's rewarding like no other. Join the team at Aberbeeg in Abertillery as a Lead Administrator and be valued and supported. The aim of this role is to direct and control the operational service of the administration function, to ensure that it provides a cost-effective Reception, Secretarial, Medical Records and all other appropriate administration service to the units. You will support and supervise the service's administration needs, including supervising the reception service, providing a secretarial service to designated managers and departments, supervising the Mental Health Act department and coordinating the functioning and staffing of all administration areas including secretarial, MHA, CPA, Resourcing, Human Resources, Finance, Ward Administration, Complaints and Visitor Liaison. Working alongside senior staff members, you will manage staff absences and leave requests, maintain personnel files, and produce audits.
Main duties of the job
The Lead Administrator role at Elysium Healthcare is pivotal in directing and controlling the administration services provided to the units, including Reception, Secretarial, and Medical Records, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality. You will be responsible for supervising the reception service, offering secretarial services to managers, supervising the Mental Health Act department, and coordinating all administration areas. The role involves managing staff leave requests, maintaining personnel files, and producing audits. Working alongside senior staff, you'll ensure compliance with Elysium's policies, particularly supervising systems like Doors, Traka, Blicks, Key, and CCTV. Salary details are not specified, but benefits include 33 days of annual leave, career development, wellbeing support, a Blue Light Card, life assurance, and more.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is an esteemed healthcare provider with over 8,000 employees dedicated to delivering exceptional care. With more than 80 services across England and Wales, it specializes in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education, offering extensive career growth and mobility opportunities. Elysium is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global leader in healthcare across 10 countries employing over 86,000 individuals worldwide. Committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment, Elysium is a Disability Confident employer and ensures all staff promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. Candidates are subject to a DBS disclosure as part of the recruitment process.
Details
Date posted
04 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1558716392
Job locations
Elysium Healthcare
Abertillery
NP13 2DA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Become a Lead Administrator with purpose, where your contribution is part of helping to change people's lives. It's an administration role that's rewarding like no other. Join the team at Aberbeeg in Abertillery as a Lead Administrator and be valued and supported.
The aim of this role is to direct and control the operational service of the administration function, to ensure that it provides a cost-effective Reception, Secretarial, Medical Records and all other appropriate administration service to the units.
You will support and supervise the service's administration needs, including supervising the reception service, providing a secretarial service to designated managers and departments, supervising the Mental Health Act department and coordinating the functioning and staffing of all administration areas including secretarial, MHA, CPA, Resourcing, Human Resources, Finance, Ward Administration, Complaints and Visitor Liaison.
Working alongside senior staff members, you will manage staff absences and leave requests, maintain personnel files, and produce audits.
At Elysium, we want the best for you. That’s why you will have continuous access to a range of training courses to enable you to reach your career goals. After all, a better you means better care. That’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
As a Lead Administrator you will be:
- Supervising the reception service, ensuring the provision of a high quality customer focussed Service to patients and their relatives, staff and external organisations.Ensuring Doors, Traka, Blicks, Key and CCTV Systems are working throughout the unit and comply at all times with Elysium Healthcare Policies.
- Supervising the secretarial service, ensuring the provision of a confidential, high quality Support service to both the clinical and support service departments.
- Monitoring and reviewing the quality of service delivery, taking corrective action where necessary.
- Controlling the department’s expenditure to ensure that it does not exceed annual budgetary provisions.
- Managing internal and external postal systems
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Secretarial and/or HR Administration experience
- NVQ III Business Administration
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Word Processing skills (50 wpm) preferably Microsoft Word
- Experience of Powerpoint and Excel packages
- Supervisory skills
- Knowledge of a range of office equipment, including fax, photocopier and telephone systems
Where you will be working:
Location:Aberbeeg Hospital, Aberbeeg, Abertillery, NP13 2DA You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team at Aberbeeg Hospital, a 12 bedded low secure service for men with a brand new modern medium secure ward for men opening in 2021. Aberbeeg Hospital focuses on empowering recovery and independence through the least restrictive practices and vocational activities, including working with the in-house Aberbeeg radio station and our residential animals. Aberbeeg is located within the boundaries of the county borough of Caerphilly, set in 11.5 acres of land with beautiful views of the Welsh countryside.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
- Annual base salary of £xxxx
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free meals and onsite free parking
About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description Job responsibilities Become a Lead Administrator with purpose, where your contribution is part of helping to change people's lives. It's an administration role that's rewarding like no other. Join the team at Aberbeeg in Abertillery as a Lead Administrator and be valued and supported. The aim of this role is to direct and control the operational service of the administration function, to ensure that it provides a cost-effective Reception, Secretarial, Medical Records and all other appropriate administration service to the units. You will support and supervise the service's administration needs, including supervising the reception service, providing a secretarial service to designated managers and departments, supervising the Mental Health Act department and coordinating the functioning and staffing of all administration areas including secretarial, MHA, CPA, Resourcing, Human Resources, Finance, Ward Administration, Complaints and Visitor Liaison. Working alongside senior staff members, you will manage staff absences and leave requests, maintain personnel files, and produce audits. At Elysium, we want the best for you. That’s why you will have continuous access to a range of training courses to enable you to reach your career goals. After all, a better you means better care. That’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Lead Administrator you will be: Supervising the reception service, ensuring the provision of a high quality customer focussed Service to patients and their relatives, staff and external organisations.Ensuring Doors, Traka, Blicks, Key and CCTV Systems are working throughout the unit and comply at all times with Elysium Healthcare Policies. Supervising the secretarial service, ensuring the provision of a confidential, high quality Support service to both the clinical and support service departments. Monitoring and reviewing the quality of service delivery, taking corrective action where necessary. Controlling the department’s expenditure to ensure that it does not exceed annual budgetary provisions. Managing internal and external postal systems To be successful in this role, you will have: Secretarial and/or HR Administration experience NVQ III Business Administration Verbal and written communication skills Word Processing skills (50 wpm) preferably Microsoft Word Experience of Powerpoint and Excel packages Supervisory skills Knowledge of a range of office equipment, including fax, photocopier and telephone systems Where you will be working: Location:Aberbeeg Hospital, Aberbeeg, Abertillery, NP13 2DA You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team at Aberbeeg Hospital, a 12 bedded low secure service for men with a brand new modern medium secure ward for men opening in 2021. Aberbeeg Hospital focuses on empowering recovery and independence through the least restrictive practices and vocational activities, including working with the in-house Aberbeeg radio station and our residential animals. Aberbeeg is located within the boundaries of the county borough of Caerphilly, set in 11.5 acres of land with beautiful views of the Welsh countryside. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £xxxx The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free meals and onsite free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Secretarial and/or HR Administration experience, NVQ III Business Administration, Verbal and written communication skills, Word Processing skills (50 wpm) preferably Microsoft Word, Experience of Powerpoint and Excel packages, Supervisory skills, Knowledge of office equipment, including fax, photocopier, and telephone systems.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Secretarial and/or HR Administration experience, NVQ III Business Administration, Verbal and written communication skills, Word Processing skills (50 wpm) preferably Microsoft Word, Experience of Powerpoint and Excel packages, Supervisory skills, Knowledge of office equipment, including fax, photocopier, and telephone systems.
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
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Abertillery
NP13 2DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Elysium Healthcare
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United Kingdom
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381034
Job summary
Being a Ward Manager is more than just managing a team. It's being a leader, an expert, being the driving force behind a positive culture, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and most importantly, looking after everyone within your ward. If you agree, then you're the Ward Manager we're looking for. Whether you're a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or a seasoned Ward Manager looking for a new ward to make your own, if caring for others and being able to successfully lead a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today and join the team at Farmfield Hospital. Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable, rewarding and fulfilling as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Its a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like. What you will be doing With experience from the NHS or private care, you will lead the nursing team provide high-quality care and support to people with enduring ment
Main duties of the job
Being a Ward Manager is more than just managing a team. It's being a leader, an expert, being the driving force behind a positive culture, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and most importantly, looking after everyone within your ward. If you agree, then you're the Ward Manager we're looking for. Whether you're a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or a seasoned Ward Manager looking for a new ward to make your own, if caring for others and being able to successfully lead a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today and join the team at Farmfield Hospital. Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable, rewarding and fulfilling as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Its a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like. What you will be doing With experience from the NHS or private care, you will lead the nursing team provide high-quality care and support to people with enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and behaviours that challenge, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting good teamwork.
About us
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each persons individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Details
Date posted
04 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£54,269 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1558211225
Job locations
Elysium Healthcare
Charlwood
RH6 0BN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Being a Ward Manager is more than just managing a team. It's being a leader, an expert, being the driving force behind a positive culture, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and most importantly, looking after everyone within your ward. If you agree, then you're the Ward Manager we're looking for.
Whether you're a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or a seasoned Ward Manager looking for a new ward to make your own, if caring for others and being able to successfully lead a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today and join the team at Farmfield Hospital.
Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable, rewarding and fulfilling as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
It’s a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
What you will be doing
With experience from the NHS or private care, you will lead the nursing team provide high-quality care and support to people with enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and behaviours that challenge setting, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting good teamwork.
As a Ward Manager, you will empower recovery and deliver supervision to staff across the ward to deliver great healthcare. You will work alongside the senior Nurse to manage the on-call service and manage the ward budgets, and lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment that makes a difference and changes lives for the better. Other duties include:
- Providing Clinical Leadership and expertise
- Providing leadership and guidance to support a unified service and engaged workforce
- Ensuring that high standards are in place, followed and improved in accordance within the Clinical Governance framework
- Utilising and supervising all nursing staff effectively
- Being an expert resource on Nursing care of service users within the specialism and hold a key role in the multidisciplinary team
- Maintaining a positive and collaborative environment to allow ward members to reach their potential and maximum their ability to provide high-quality care, staff welfare and staff training
- Designated to take charge of the ward
Things that you will have:
- A relevant nursing qualification
- NMC registration
- A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate
- A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice
- Relevant experience in a similar environment
- Proven track record of leadership skills
Where you will be working:
Location: Farmfield Drive, Charlwood, Surrey, RH6 0BN
You will be working at Farmfield Hospital, which is a large purpose-built medium-secure service with good facilities. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will provide care and support for adult men 18+ with a forensic background and enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and behaviours that challenge.
Farmfield is located North West of Gatwick airport near the village of Hookwood, It is easiest to reach the site by car.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
- Annual base salary of £54,269
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking
About us:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description Job responsibilities Being a Ward Manager is more than just managing a team. It's being a leader, an expert, being the driving force behind a positive culture, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and most importantly, looking after everyone within your ward. If you agree, then you're the Ward Manager we're looking for. Whether you're a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or a seasoned Ward Manager looking for a new ward to make your own, if caring for others and being able to successfully lead a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today and join the team at Farmfield Hospital. Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable, rewarding and fulfilling as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. It’s a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like. What you will be doing With experience from the NHS or private care, you will lead the nursing team provide high-quality care and support to people with enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and behaviours that challenge setting, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting good teamwork. As a Ward Manager, you will empower recovery and deliver supervision to staff across the ward to deliver great healthcare. You will work alongside the senior Nurse to manage the on-call service and manage the ward budgets, and lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment that makes a difference and changes lives for the better. Other duties include: Providing Clinical Leadership and expertise Providing leadership and guidance to support a unified service and engaged workforce Ensuring that high standards are in place, followed and improved in accordance within the Clinical Governance framework Utilising and supervising all nursing staff effectively Being an expert resource on Nursing care of service users within the specialism and hold a key role in the multidisciplinary team Maintaining a positive and collaborative environment to allow ward members to reach their potential and maximum their ability to provide high-quality care, staff welfare and staff training Designated to take charge of the ward Things that you will have: A relevant nursing qualification NMC registration A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice Relevant experience in a similar environment Proven track record of leadership skills Where you will be working: Location: Farmfield Drive, Charlwood, Surrey, RH6 0BN You will be working at Farmfield Hospital, which is a large purpose-built medium-secure service with good facilities. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will provide care and support for adult men 18+ with a forensic background and enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and behaviours that challenge. Farmfield is located North West of Gatwick airport near the village of Hookwood, It is easiest to reach the site by car. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £54,269 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About us: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A relevant nursing qualification, NMC registration, A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate, A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice, Relevant experience in a similar environment, Proven track record of leadership skills
Person Specification Qualifications Essential A relevant nursing qualification, NMC registration, A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate, A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice, Relevant experience in a similar environment, Proven track record of leadership skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Charlwood
RH6 0BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Charlwood
RH6 0BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381033
Job summary
Being a Unit Lead is more than just managing a team. It's being a leader, an expert, being the driving force behind a positive culture, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and most importantly, looking after everyone within your ward. If you agree, then you're the Unit Lead we're looking for. Whether you're a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or a seasoned Ward Manager looking for a new ward to make your own, if caring for others and being able to successfully lead a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today and join the team at Adderley Green in Stoke-on-Trent.Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable, rewarding and fulfilling as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Its a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like. What you will be doingWith experience from the NHS or private care, you will lead the nursing team provide high-quality care and support to people with neurological illnesses, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting good teamwork.
Main duties of the job
As the Unit Lead at Adderley Green, you will be responsible for providing clinical leadership, guiding the nursing team to deliver high-quality care to individuals with neurological illnesses and complex dementia. Your role will include supervising the staff, managing ward budgets, and being the point of contact for both staff and patients. You will work alongside senior nursing staff to ensure an efficient on-call service and lead the team by example, promoting a positive, collaborative environment. Your leadership will aim to maximize the abilities of your team, ensuring high standards are maintained and improved within the Clinical Governance framework. In this role, you will utilize your experience in NHS or private care settings, applying your extensive knowledge to support a unified service and an engaged workforce. Your leadership will also encompass being an expert resource for nursing care of service users, actively participating in a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is a prominent healthcare provider with a workforce of over 8,000 employees, offering a myriad of services across England and Wales through its expansive network of over 80 facilities. These facilities cover a range of specialties including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, as well as Children & Education. Joining Elysium means being a part of a forward-thinking company that places a strong emphasis on professional growth and development. The organization is dedicated to delivering unparalleled healthcare services, leveraging a unique approach that integrates various aspects of healthcare across multiple disciplines. Elysium Healthcares commitment to delivering excellence in patient care is evidenced in its collaboration with the global network of Ramsay Health Care, which spans 10 countries and employs over 86,000 individuals worldwide. This partnership further solidifies Elysiums standing as a provider dedicated to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the well-being of its staff.
Details
Date posted
04 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1558211226
Job locations
Elysium Healthcare
Stoke on Trent
ST2 0TN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Being a Unit Lead is more than just managing a team. It's being a leader, an expert, being the driving force behind a positive culture, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and most importantly, looking after everyone within your ward. If you agree, then you're the Unit Lead we're looking for.
Whether you're a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or a seasoned Ward Manager looking for a new ward to make your own, if caring for others and being able to successfully lead a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today and join the team at Adderley Green in Stoke-on-Trent.
Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable, rewarding and fulfilling as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
It’s a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
What you will be doing
With experience from the NHS or private care, you will lead the nursing team provide high-quality care and support to people with neurological illnesses, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting good teamwork.
As Unit Lead, you will empower recovery and deliver supervision to staff across the ward to deliver great healthcare. You will work alongside the senior Nurse to manage the on-call service and manage the ward budgets, and lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment that makes a difference and changes lives for the better. Other duties include:
- Providing Clinical Leadership and expertise
- Providing leadership and guidance to support a unified service and engaged workforce
- Ensuring that high standards are in place, followed and improved in accordance within the Clinical Governance framework
- Utilising and supervising all nursing staff effectively
- Being an expert resource on Nursing care of service users within the specialism and hold a key role in the multidisciplinary team
- Maintaining a positive and collaborative environment to allow ward members to reach their potential and maximum their ability to provide high-quality care, staff welfare and staff training
- Designated to take charge of the ward
Things that you will have:
- A relevant nursing qualification
- NMC registration
- A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate
- A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice
- Relevant experience in a similar environment
- Proven track record of leadership skills
Where you will be working:
Location: Dividy Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST2 0TN
You will be working at Adderley Green, which consists of two units. Moorcroft Manor is a specialist inpatient neurological rehabilitation and complex care service for people with neurological illnesses, acquired brain and spinal cord injuries, while Gladstone House is a specialist inpatient unit for people over 65 living with complex dementia.
Both units have extensive facilities catering for the specific needs of people aged over 18 years who have complex neurological care and rehabilitation requirements, and those who are above 65 and living with complex dementia.
You will working alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver truly person-centred services where each individual is at the heart of everything.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
- Annual base salary - competitive
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking
About us:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description Job responsibilities Being a Unit Lead is more than just managing a team. It's being a leader, an expert, being the driving force behind a positive culture, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and most importantly, looking after everyone within your ward. If you agree, then you're the Unit Lead we're looking for. Whether you're a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or a seasoned Ward Manager looking for a new ward to make your own, if caring for others and being able to successfully lead a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today and join the team at Adderley Green in Stoke-on-Trent. Your career within Elysium will be enjoyable, rewarding and fulfilling as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. It’s a career that you can take pride in and enjoy. It’s what delivering great healthcare should feel like. What you will be doing With experience from the NHS or private care, you will lead the nursing team provide high-quality care and support to people with neurological illnesses, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting good teamwork. As Unit Lead, you will empower recovery and deliver supervision to staff across the ward to deliver great healthcare. You will work alongside the senior Nurse to manage the on-call service and manage the ward budgets, and lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment that makes a difference and changes lives for the better. Other duties include: Providing Clinical Leadership and expertise Providing leadership and guidance to support a unified service and engaged workforce Ensuring that high standards are in place, followed and improved in accordance within the Clinical Governance framework Utilising and supervising all nursing staff effectively Being an expert resource on Nursing care of service users within the specialism and hold a key role in the multidisciplinary team Maintaining a positive and collaborative environment to allow ward members to reach their potential and maximum their ability to provide high-quality care, staff welfare and staff training Designated to take charge of the ward Things that you will have: A relevant nursing qualification NMC registration A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice Relevant experience in a similar environment Proven track record of leadership skills Where you will be working: Location: Dividy Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST2 0TN You will be working at Adderley Green, which consists of two units. Moorcroft Manor is a specialist inpatient neurological rehabilitation and complex care service for people with neurological illnesses, acquired brain and spinal cord injuries, while Gladstone House is a specialist inpatient unit for people over 65 living with complex dementia. Both units have extensive facilities catering for the specific needs of people aged over 18 years who have complex neurological care and rehabilitation requirements, and those who are above 65 and living with complex dementia. You will working alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver truly person-centred services where each individual is at the heart of everything. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary - competitive The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About us: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A relevant nursing qualification is required, along with NMC registration. Candidates must demonstrate a positive attitude, natural compassion, commitment to high-quality care, and a proven track record of leadership skills. Experience in a similar environment is essential.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential A relevant nursing qualification is required, along with NMC registration. Candidates must demonstrate a positive attitude, natural compassion, commitment to high-quality care, and a proven track record of leadership skills. Experience in a similar environment is essential.
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
Elysium Healthcare
Address
Elysium Healthcare
Stoke on Trent
ST2 0TN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Elysium Healthcare
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Elysium Healthcare
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ST2 0TN
United Kingdom
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2381032
Job summary
Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of young people and their families and have experience of working with Learning Disabilities/complex needs?
St Elizabeth Hospice is an independent charity and hospice, which improves life for people in the East Suffolk, Great Yarmouth and Waveney areas living with a progressive or life-limiting illness. Rated Outstanding from the Care Quality Commission, our work is centred on an individual's needs, which means specialist support, whenever and wherever it is needed, whether at home, in the community or at the hospice. We are well respected and praised for our responsiveness and expertise by people we serve.
Established in 1989, the hospice has built a reputation for delivering high-level care to patients and the community it serves. Through medicine and therapy, they ease pain; give life purpose and make life liveable. Last year the charity supported over 4,000 patients and their families.
Interview Date:20th October 2026
Hours: 15 hours per week, with large proportion at weekends
Main duties of the job
This is a fantastic opportunity to join St Elizabeth Hospice, your local hospice at the heart of the community, and to be be part of the Zest Young Adult service during an exciting period of expansion. We are looking to increase the support we offer to young people living with progressive illness and complex health care needs through extending our respite services and are looking for enthusiastic Registered Nurses to do this with us.
You will have a willingness to support young adults to plan their weekend short breaks, maximising opportunities to increase independence, try new experiences, have fun and socialise with others. This may include inclusive activities at the hospice and outings into the community.
Whilst enabling the young adults to enjoy a fun and comfortable stay you will be required to:
assume the role of shift coordinator, leading the short break care of up to three young adults staying for the weekend at the hospice, ensuring their health and care needs are met, recognising and responding to changes, supervising care assistants and delegating tasks appropriately.
support young adults during their short break stay to achieve their goals and plan weekend activities.
Be able to understand and recognise individual developmental needs, where appropriate encouraging and enabling independence and self-management skills.
Training will be provided to ensure you are competent and confident to support young adults with complex care needs.
About us
St Elizabeth Hospice is committed to safeguarding and protecting the adults and young people that we work with and has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, neglect and discrimination of any person. As such, all posts are subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We have a range of robust safeguarding policies in place which promote safeguarding across the hospice and staff are expected to undertake regular, mandatory safeguarding training to equip them with the knowledge and skills to identify and respond to potential risks.
The hospice offers a generous benefit package, including:
27 days annual leave entitlement
Pension scheme
Life Cover
Cycle to Work Scheme
Car Leasing Scheme
Health Service Discounts
Occupational Sick Pay
Blue Light Card
Employee Assistance Programme
Details
Date posted
04 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0291-26-0036
Job locations
565 Foxhall Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP3 8LX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To provide holistic, person-centred care and support to young adults living with progressive illness and complex health care needs needs and their families accessing Zest services including short break weekends, Zest days and groups. To supervise the care team delivering complex care, assuming the role of shift coordinator as required. To support young adults during their short break stay to achieve their goals and plan weekend activities. This may include planning and enabling outings into the community. To be able to understand and recognise individual developmental needs, encouraging and enabling independence and self-management skills where appropriate. To work within the St Elizabeth Hospice One Team nursing care model, with the flexibility to be allocated to work in other clinical areas in response to needs of the service.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate a commitment to keeping adults and young people safe.
Report any disclosure made to you to the appropriate person.
Report any safeguarding concerns in the workplace to the appropriate person.
Maintain an awareness of the Hospices policies in relation to safeguarding.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Assessment
To accurately assess the needs of patients and their families.
To identify priorities of care.
To refer on to the appropriate professionals, as necessary.
Planning
To identify realistic goals of care with patients and their families.
To deliver a plan of care with patients and their families.
To record explicit care plans which act as effective tools for other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
To organise own time and equipment to deliver a high standard of nursing care.
To liaise effectively with all members of the Hospice multi-disciplinary and community teams.
Implementation
To give skilled/specialist care to patients and their families.
To administer all drugs and treatments within Hospice and NMC guidelines.
To communicate effectively with patients, families and other members of the Hospice multi-disciplinary and community teams.
To follow community emergency care plans in the event of a sudden change or sudden deterioration.
Evaluation
To ensure the care given is to the agreed standard.
To measure the effectiveness of the plan of care in achieving identified goals.
To revise and update care plans in the light of the evaluation.
To have an understanding of safeguarding principles and be able to apply these within everyday practice and intervention/within your role.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
To be familiar with the philosophy and roles of the multi-disciplinary team.
To provide effective communication to ensure continuity of patient care.
To work closely with the Zest Lead Care Assistant delegating responsibilities accordingly.
To supervise and delegate appropriately to the Zest Care Assistants.
To ensure that all risks associated with care delivery relevant to the care setting are managed effectively and that all incidents are reported promptly following the policy and procedure.
To coordinate cover for shifts in the event of staff sickness or absence, following the procedure of short break cancellation the event of being unable to ensure safe staffing levels.
To support young adults completing one page profiles and other person-centred care tools
To actively engage in the co-production of Zest services.
PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIESTo recognise indications of staff stress and to facilitate staff support.
To recognise the value of volunteer contribution and play an active part in their support & development where appropriate.
To support new members of staff during the induction process.
EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESTo maintain an awareness of research and relevant findings and in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team, work towards this being applied to practice.
To share professional expertise with short break care team colleagues, providing support and training where appropriate.
To support care assistants completing their care competencies.
To undertake training as required.
To participate in the Hospice education programme.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTTo maintain and increase personal professional skills.
To undertake practice supervision and engage in 1:1 meetings as appropriate
To demonstrate reflective practice
ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To attend team meetings bi-monthly
To keep up to date with Hospice communications via email and podcasts
To work at all times within the policies and guidelines of the Hospice and act within NMC guidelines at all times.
To uphold the Hospice and individual team values at all times.
To ensure effective use of resources.
To respect at all times the confidentiality of information covering patients, staff and
volunteers.
To play an active part in the development and maintenance of good relationships with all who have business with the Hospice.
To promote the Hospice philosophy of care towards patients, relatives and visitors.
To be willing to support other clinical areas as needed as part of the one team model of nursing care, including the In-patient Unit and Community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To provide holistic, person-centred care and support to young adults living with progressive illness and complex health care needs needs and their families accessing Zest services including short break weekends, Zest days and groups. To supervise the care team delivering complex care, assuming the role of shift coordinator as required. To support young adults during their short break stay to achieve their goals and plan weekend activities. This may include planning and enabling outings into the community. To be able to understand and recognise individual developmental needs, encouraging and enabling independence and self-management skills where appropriate. To work within the St Elizabeth Hospice One Team nursing care model, with the flexibility to be allocated to work in other clinical areas in response to needs of the service.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate a commitment to keeping adults and young people safe.
Report any disclosure made to you to the appropriate person.
Report any safeguarding concerns in the workplace to the appropriate person.
Maintain an awareness of the Hospices policies in relation to safeguarding.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Assessment
To accurately assess the needs of patients and their families.
To identify priorities of care.
To refer on to the appropriate professionals, as necessary.
Planning
To identify realistic goals of care with patients and their families.
To deliver a plan of care with patients and their families.
To record explicit care plans which act as effective tools for other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
To organise own time and equipment to deliver a high standard of nursing care.
To liaise effectively with all members of the Hospice multi-disciplinary and community teams.
Implementation
To give skilled/specialist care to patients and their families.
To administer all drugs and treatments within Hospice and NMC guidelines.
To communicate effectively with patients, families and other members of the Hospice multi-disciplinary and community teams.
To follow community emergency care plans in the event of a sudden change or sudden deterioration.
Evaluation
To ensure the care given is to the agreed standard.
To measure the effectiveness of the plan of care in achieving identified goals.
To revise and update care plans in the light of the evaluation.
To have an understanding of safeguarding principles and be able to apply these within everyday practice and intervention/within your role.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
To be familiar with the philosophy and roles of the multi-disciplinary team.
To provide effective communication to ensure continuity of patient care.
To work closely with the Zest Lead Care Assistant delegating responsibilities accordingly.
To supervise and delegate appropriately to the Zest Care Assistants.
To ensure that all risks associated with care delivery relevant to the care setting are managed effectively and that all incidents are reported promptly following the policy and procedure.
To coordinate cover for shifts in the event of staff sickness or absence, following the procedure of short break cancellation the event of being unable to ensure safe staffing levels.
To support young adults completing one page profiles and other person-centred care tools
To actively engage in the co-production of Zest services.
PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIESTo recognise indications of staff stress and to facilitate staff support.
To recognise the value of volunteer contribution and play an active part in their support & development where appropriate.
To support new members of staff during the induction process.
EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESTo maintain an awareness of research and relevant findings and in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team, work towards this being applied to practice.
To share professional expertise with short break care team colleagues, providing support and training where appropriate.
To support care assistants completing their care competencies.
To undertake training as required.
To participate in the Hospice education programme.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTTo maintain and increase personal professional skills.
To undertake practice supervision and engage in 1:1 meetings as appropriate
To demonstrate reflective practice
ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To attend team meetings bi-monthly
To keep up to date with Hospice communications via email and podcasts
To work at all times within the policies and guidelines of the Hospice and act within NMC guidelines at all times.
To uphold the Hospice and individual team values at all times.
To ensure effective use of resources.
To respect at all times the confidentiality of information covering patients, staff and
volunteers.
To play an active part in the development and maintenance of good relationships with all who have business with the Hospice.
To promote the Hospice philosophy of care towards patients, relatives and visitors.
To be willing to support other clinical areas as needed as part of the one team model of nursing care, including the In-patient Unit and Community.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- A motivated, flexible and adaptable working ethos.
- Demonstrable experience of team working.
- Be willing and able to develop own knowledge and skills and to contribute to the development of others.
- Flexible.
- Ability to withstand sensitive and potentially stressful situations.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to deal with complex matters.
- IT literate, ability to learn and become proficient in IT programmes e.g. Microsoft packages and Staff Care/SystmOne databases.
- Ability to supervise the work of others e.g. Healthcare Assistants.
Desirable
- Full driving license.
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Palliative care qualification at diploma level or above or equivalent or experience with palliative care patients e.g. District Nurse, Hospice experience, and proven ward management skills
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 years post qualification proven experience.
- Ability to assess patient needs that may be complex and subject to change.
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate care.
- Have an understanding of safeguarding principles and be able to apply these within everyday practice and intervention/within your role.
Desirable
- Experience in Palliative care / learning disabilities / Community / inpatient setting.
- Experience of working with young adults.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of working using a person-centred care approach.
- Experience of using a co-production approach.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- A motivated, flexible and adaptable working ethos.
- Demonstrable experience of team working.
- Be willing and able to develop own knowledge and skills and to contribute to the development of others.
- Flexible.
- Ability to withstand sensitive and potentially stressful situations.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to deal with complex matters.
- IT literate, ability to learn and become proficient in IT programmes e.g. Microsoft packages and Staff Care/SystmOne databases.
- Ability to supervise the work of others e.g. Healthcare Assistants.
Desirable
- Full driving license.
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Palliative care qualification at diploma level or above or equivalent or experience with palliative care patients e.g. District Nurse, Hospice experience, and proven ward management skills
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 years post qualification proven experience.
- Ability to assess patient needs that may be complex and subject to change.
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate care.
- Have an understanding of safeguarding principles and be able to apply these within everyday practice and intervention/within your role.
Desirable
- Experience in Palliative care / learning disabilities / Community / inpatient setting.
- Experience of working with young adults.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of working using a person-centred care approach.
- Experience of using a co-production approach.
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
St Elizabeth Hospice
Address
565 Foxhall Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP3 8LX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
St Elizabeth Hospice
Address
565 Foxhall Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP3 8LX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Ward Clerk - A5
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Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380696
Job summary
The Ward Clerk is an integral part of the ward team here on A5. We are looking for someone who is proficient, organised, has good time keeping with excellent people and communication skills . They are required to provide a comprehensive service to patients and perform to a high standard the clerical duties.
A key part of the role will be to work along side our MDT to ensure that all tasks are completed to a high standard and in a timely manner. These tasks include (but are not limited to):
Communicating regularly with patient's relatives and loved ones to provide updates as a point of liaison , facilitating the attendance of patients onto the ward, updating the HIVE system , answering and responding to phone calls in a professional and timely manner. Also ordering of relevant paperwork and stationary.
To operate within clearly defined limits of policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines within the department and when necessary improve good working practice.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for candidates who have an excellent telephone and communication skills and are eager to join our Administration team at Wythenshawe.
The position is a busy customer/administration service-based role where no two days can be the same. You will need to work flexibly and apply a methodical approach to a varying workload. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
You will work alongside the Consultants, Doctors and nurses to ensure our patients receive the best care possible, we are looking for candidates who will bring a positive approach to our working environment.
Successful candidates must have excellent IT skills and experience working in a customer service or healthcare environment as you will be expected to use IT and communication equipment associated with call handling and data input. You should demonstrate high levels of personal commitment to facilitate the delivery of a patient focused service.
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.
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Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
349-WTWA-8055481-RL4
Job locations
A3 Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
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.
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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
Qualifications
Essential
- A good level of general education
Skills
Essential
- IT skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to maintain a calm, courteous and efficient manner at all times
Desirable
- Knowledge of PAS and ICE
- Microsoft Access Database
Experience
Essential
- Experience of customer service
- Administration
Desirable
- Working in a busy environment
Person Specification Qualifications Essential A good level of general education Skills Essential IT skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to maintain a calm, courteous and efficient manner at all times Desirable Knowledge of PAS and ICE Microsoft Access Database Experience Essential Experience of customer service Administration Desirable Working in a busy 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.
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
A3 Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
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
A3 Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
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https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Nursing Assistant
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380695
Job summary
We're looking for compassionate and caring Healthcare Assistants with a passion to be a key part of the patient care journey here at Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). Our Healthcare Assistants take great pride in the essential work we do. That's because we're not just helping patients, we're going the extra mile for them - day in, day out. Our nursing teams are committed to caring for our patients and families, delivering consistent, high quality, patient focused care.
You'll communicate in a sensitive and compassionate manner with patients, relatives, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, working flexibly across a range of day shifts over 5 days a week.
The role will see you work closely with patients diagnosed with lung cancer during their investigations and treatment in our outpatient clinics.
The Rapid Lung Diagnostics Clinic is a lung cancer diagnostics outpatient clinic at Wythenshawe and is a busy and fast paced environment. The role will see you supporting physician and nurse-led clinics, helping with observations, venepunture and ECGs.
You will be working across both the screening and RAPID hubs.
Main duties of the job
Being supervised by Registered Nurses & within Trust guidelines & protocols, you'll assist the Nursing team in delivering the excellent standard of patient care that you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.
Your duties will involve supporting patients with personal care needs, including mobilising, toileting, eating & drinking. You'll support the clinics and perform observations, ECGs and venepuncture for our patient group.
Following on the job training and assessment, you'll learn how to undertake a range of delegated clinical care duties that include recording patient observations & changes to patient conditions.
On the Job Training Opportunities
On joining MFT, if you are new to working in healthcare, you'll be supported to develop your knowledge & skills through our Support Worker Development Programme for Nursing Assistants
If you're an experienced Nursing Assistant with a comprehensive range of skills & seeking a new opportunity in a Band 3 role, you'll undertake a skills analysis when you start to ensure that you meet the skills required for your role. If there are any gaps identified in your knowledge, you'll be supported to access relevant clinical skills modules to support your Band 3 post on completion.
Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed and considered.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.At MFT we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
349-WTWA-8222394-RL4- APP
Job locations
Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
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
Qualifications
Essential
- Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting.
- Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
- On completion of the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competency the worker will move to band 3 AfC.
- Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a health care environment.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- Able to work as a team.
- Able to carry out well defined routine tasks.
- Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
- Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.
Desirable
- Computer skills
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting. Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme. On completion of the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competency the worker will move to band 3 AfC. Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent. Experience Essential Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact. Desirable Experience of working within a health care environment. Skills Essential Good communication skills (written and verbal). Able to work as a team. Able to carry out well defined routine tasks. Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner. Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff. Desirable Computer skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
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
Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Manchester
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Nursing Assistant
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380693
Job summary
Wythenshawe Hospital is a major acute teaching hospital and part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust--one of the largest and most ambitious NHS Trusts in the country. Our Lung cancer division and bronchoscopy unit are expanding, and we are seeking committed and compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team . The role requires time management, interpersonal skills and have knowledge of managing healthcare related equipment and experience of working in a care setting & undertake duties involving moving & handling, work under guidance and on your own initiative.
The Role
As a Nursing Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care. The role requires:
- Preparation and setting up of medical equipment's and scopes, including Robotic bronchoscopy procedures.
- Assist doctors and nurses handling the scopes and provide assistance with samples
- Manage equipment problems, Process and report any equipment failures or damage, contact relevant company , provide information and arrange replacement scopes, process the damaged scope return and documentation.
- Assist in patient transfer to other departments in the trust on trolley/ wheelchair.
- Maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment
Main duties of the job
Being supervised by Registered Nurses & within Trust guidelines & protocols, you'll assist the Nursing team in delivering the excellent standard of patient care that you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.
Your duties will involve
- Preparation and setting up of medical equipment's and scopes
- Assist doctors and nurses handling the scopes and provide assistance with samples
- Manage equipment problems, Process and report any equipment failures or damage .contact relevant company , provide information and arrange replacement scopes, process the damage scope return and document
- Monitoring and recording observations
- Assist in patient transfer to other departments on trolley/ wheelchair
- Chaperon doctors and nurses whilst examine patients
- Maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment
- Providing emotional support to patients and their families.
- You'll support the multidisciplinary team and perform observations, ECGs and venepuncture for our patient group following completion of the CSWDevelopment Programme.
We are looking for candidate who are:
- Caring, motivated and eager to learn
- Have strong communication skills
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Demonstrate reliability, compassion and professionalism
- Have experience in a healthcare support role (desirable but not essential)
- Able to work flexibly across a range of early, late and long days during weekdays
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.At MFT we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 to £27,476 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
349-WTWA-8272936-RL4- APP
Job locations
Wythenshawe Hospital
South moor Road
Manchester
M23 9TL
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
Qualifications
Essential
- Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting.
- Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
Desirable
- Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a health care environment.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- Able to work as a team.
- Able to carry out well defined routine tasks including moving and handling tasks.
- Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
- Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.
Desirable
- Computer skills
Attributes
Essential
- Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty roster
- Friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting. Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme. Desirable Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent. Experience Essential Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact. Desirable Experience of working within a health care environment. Skills Essential Good communication skills (written and verbal). Able to work as a team. Able to carry out well defined routine tasks including moving and handling tasks. Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner. Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff. Desirable Computer skills Attributes Essential Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty roster Friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate
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
Wythenshawe Hospital
South moor Road
Manchester
M23 9TL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wythenshawe Hospital
South moor Road
Manchester
M23 9TL
United Kingdom
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Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380692
Job summary
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated band 3 Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team within the Haematology Department at Wythenshawe hospital.
This role is covering a five day service working between the hours of 08:00 -16:00. We promote flexibility and are happy to support different working patterns within the needs of the service.
We will support you with specialist and bespoke training to reach your potential and excel in your chosen career path. You will receive one to one clinical support, professional development, and guidance.
Main duties of the job
In the role as Health Care Support Worker working without direct supervision, you will be responsible for delivering clinical care for patients in their own home with immediate access to a qualified staff member for advice and direction on care as required.
You will be required to undertake venepuncture, obtain ECGs, and complete observations and document accordingly.
You will be responsible for your prioritising your own caseload of work and be responsible for tasks delegated from a registered nurse.
Communicating effectively with patients, relatives, carers, and other healthcare practitioners, internal and external to the team, ensuring any concerns are listened to and relevant actions are taken.
You will always act in a manner, which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.
Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.At MFT we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
349-WTWA-8282085-RL4-APP
Job locations
Haematology Day Unit Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Wythenshawe
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor 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 applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis 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.
Diversity Matters
MFT 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.
Job description Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor 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 applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis 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. Diversity Matters MFT 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ III or equivalent by qualification/ experience / care certificate
- Good standard of numeracy and literacy
Desirable
- venepuncture and cannualtion
Experience
Essential
- Some understanding of the needs of oncology patients
- Ability to work collaboratively within the team and independently
- Ability to work under supervision
- General workplace experience
- Previous experience of work in a health or social care setting
Desirable
- NHS experience
Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ III or equivalent by qualification/ experience / care certificate Good standard of numeracy and literacy Desirable venepuncture and cannualtion Experience Essential Some understanding of the needs of oncology patients Ability to work collaboratively within the team and independently Ability to work under supervision General workplace experience Previous experience of work in a health or social care setting Desirable NHS experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Haematology Day Unit Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Wythenshawe
M23 9LT
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
Haematology Day Unit Wythenshawe Hospital
Southmoor Road
Wythenshawe
M23 9LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380691
Job summary
We are excited to offer an opportunity to join Alma Medical Centre as a Care Coordinator, a vital role within our friendly and supportive general practice in Southampton. This position is ideal for someone who is organised, approachable, and passionate about making a real difference to patient care.
As a Care Coordinator, you will be at the centre of our team, helping to ensure patients receive timely, well-organised, and seamless care. You will support patients in navigating services and work closely with clinicians and colleagues to improve communication and continuity of care.
This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will play an important part in enhancing patient experience while building valuable skills within the NHS. We offer a positive working environment, ongoing support, and opportunities to develop your career in healthcare.
If you are motivated, compassionate, and enjoy working in a team-focused setting, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a practice that values its people and is committed to delivering high-quality care to its community.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Role
As a Care Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of patient care within the practice. You will act as a central point of contact, helping patients navigate services and ensuring information flows effectively between patients, clinicians, and external healthcare providers.
You will be responsible for organising and tracking patient journeys, ensuring appointments, referrals, and follow-ups are managed in a timely and efficient manner. The role involves regular communication with patients and professionals, requiring clear, professional, and compassionate interaction at all times.
You will also support the wider administrative function of the practice by maintaining accurate records, managing documentation, and contributing to well-organised and structured workflows. Attention to detail and good IT skills are essential to ensure patient information is handled correctly and in line with data protection requirements.
This role requires someone who can manage competing priorities, work both independently and as part of a wider team, and contribute positively to delivering a high standard of patient care and service.
About us
Alma Medical Centre is a well-established and patient-focused GP practice based in Portswood, Southampton, serving a diverse and growing local community. We are committed to delivering high-quality, safe, and accessible healthcare, placing patients at the heart of everything we do.
Our team is made up of experienced GPs, nurses, healthcare professionals, and a dedicated administrative team who work collaboratively to provide efficient and compassionate care. We pride ourselves on maintaining a friendly, inclusive, and supportive working environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to contribute.
We promote a strong team ethic, open communication, and continuous improvement, ensuring that both patients and staff benefit from a positive and forward-thinking practice culture. We are also actively engaged in digital transformation and service development to enhance patient access and experience.
Working at Alma Medical Centre offers the opportunity to be part of a close-knit team, with ongoing support, training, and opportunities for professional development. We also provide a range of benefits, including a company pension and on-site parking, alongside a healthy work-life balance.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
A3360-26-0009
Job locations
68 Alma Road
Portswood
Southampton
Hampshire
SO14 6UX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Care Coordinator will act as a central point of contact for patients, assisting them in navigating healthcare services and ensuring clear and timely communication between patients, clinicians, and external providers. The post holder will play a key role in supporting the organisation and management of patient care plans, appointments, referrals, and follow-ups, helping to ensure continuity and efficiency in care delivery.
The successful candidate will work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, contributing to a collaborative and supportive working environment. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain a high level of attention to detail.
Main Responsibilities- Coordinate patient appointments, follow-ups, and care schedules in an efficient and timely manner
- Act as a point of contact for patients, carers, and families, providing information, support, and guidance
- Liaise with GPs, nurses, and external healthcare professionals to ensure effective communication and continuity of care
- Support the management of referrals, ensuring they are processed accurately and within appropriate timeframes
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records in line with data protection and confidentiality requirements
- Organise and manage documentation relating to patient care, including treatment plans and correspondence
- Assist with general administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and managing incoming and outgoing communications
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with practice policies, procedures, and relevant NHS guidelines
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally and empathetically
- Good level of IT competency, including the use of standard office software systems
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Proactive and flexible approach to work
- Compassionate and patient-focused attitude
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Care Coordinator will act as a central point of contact for patients, assisting them in navigating healthcare services and ensuring clear and timely communication between patients, clinicians, and external providers. The post holder will play a key role in supporting the organisation and management of patient care plans, appointments, referrals, and follow-ups, helping to ensure continuity and efficiency in care delivery.
The successful candidate will work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, contributing to a collaborative and supportive working environment. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain a high level of attention to detail.
Main Responsibilities- Coordinate patient appointments, follow-ups, and care schedules in an efficient and timely manner
- Act as a point of contact for patients, carers, and families, providing information, support, and guidance
- Liaise with GPs, nurses, and external healthcare professionals to ensure effective communication and continuity of care
- Support the management of referrals, ensuring they are processed accurately and within appropriate timeframes
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records in line with data protection and confidentiality requirements
- Organise and manage documentation relating to patient care, including treatment plans and correspondence
- Assist with general administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and managing incoming and outgoing communications
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with practice policies, procedures, and relevant NHS guidelines
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally and empathetically
- Good level of IT competency, including the use of standard office software systems
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Proactive and flexible approach to work
- Compassionate and patient-focused attitude
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications and Experience
- Essential:
- Minimum of 3 GCSEs (Grade A to C or equivalent), including English
Desirable
- Desirable:
- Previous experience in an administrative or customer service role
- Experience of working in a GP practice or NHS setting
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications and Experience
- Essential:
- Minimum of 3 GCSEs (Grade A to C or equivalent), including English
Desirable
- Desirable:
- Previous experience in an administrative or customer service role
- Experience of working in a GP practice or NHS setting
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Employer details
Employer name
Alma Medical Centre
Address
68 Alma Road
Portswood
Southampton
Hampshire
SO14 6UX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Alma Medical Centre
Address
68 Alma Road
Portswood
Southampton
Hampshire
SO14 6UX
United Kingdom
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Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380682
Job summary
Ashley Surgery are looking for an experienced, organised, friendly and dynamic individual to join our Dispensary team for 30 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
As a Dispensary Lead, your role will be to deal with patients politely and efficiently whilst dispensing prescriptions in line with practice policies. The role also requires managing aspects of the dispensary including effectively managing stock levels to minimise waste and expenditure, ensuring the service meets DSQS standards including audits. Completing the monthly returns and ensuring FP10's are submitted to NHSBSA in a time efficient manner. Running searches and completing necessary audits together with developing, reviewing and improving standard operating procedures and policies and managing the dispensary rota. This list is not exhaustive.
About us
Ashley Surgery is a small and friendly rural dispensing GP practice within the Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent ICB.
We have a team of 4 receptionists/administrators, 3 dispensers, 2 practice nurses, 1 HCA, 1 salaried GP, 1 operations manager, 1 practice manager and 2 partners. We have a number of ARRS roles who work in practice and we are a training practice .
We are located 20 minutes from Newcastle under Lyme and 15 minutes from Market Drayton.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A2396-26-0004
Job locations
The Old School
School Lane
Ashley
TF9 4LF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
Prescriptions
To deal with patients politely and efficiently.
To dispense prescriptions in line with standard operating procedures.
To deal with repeat prescription requests in line with practice protocols.
To ensure information is accurately recorded on patient's records.
To highlight any discrepancies or queries to the appropriate GP to action.
To ensure that prescriptions are completed appropriately by both GP and patient.
To record and collect prescription payments and other monies as required.
To balance cash till at end of work sessions and prepare cash sheet weekly prior to banking.
To ensure correct procedures are followed for Controlled Drugs working to the Dispensary protocols at all times.
To ensure that prescriptions are correctly endorsed.
To complete the end of the month prescription data and to ensure that FP10s are returned within the requested time restrictions to the appropriate body.
Stock
To order dispensary supplies at appropriate times from suppliers approved by the GPs.
To stock shelves ensuring that they are kept clean and tidy at all times.
To assist in annual stock checks.
To ensure that out-of date stock is disposed of correctly following the Dispensary protocols.
To ensure that only necessary stock is ordered and stored appropriately.
To liaise with third parties to obtain best purchase prices/deals for all drugs purchased.
To liaise and arrange meetings with third parties to discuss queries/costings and/or purchase of stock.
General
To have an understanding of the Drug Tariff and British National Formulary.
To complete all records accurately and legible in particular the storage and records for controlled drugs.
To follow, update and create standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all areas of dispensary practice.
To participate in audits of service provision when requested.
To ensure that the department and equipment are kept clean and tidy at all times.
To prepare invoices and PAs for submission to the Practice Manager prior to payment.
To organise, in advance, the dispensary team rota for holiday cover.
To organise sickness cover for the dispensary team rota
Personnel
To carry out such tasks as may reasonably be asked of you by the Doctors or Practice Manager.
To work as part of the dispensary team.
To maintain good working relationships.
To adhere to statutory regulations/policies and codes of practice and safety rules.
To be flexible to offer holiday and sickness cover as and when required.
To participate in staff meetings.
To have an awareness of own limitations and experience.
Educational
The postholder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
Training may need be undertaken outside of normal practice hours, and off site.
To identify personal development and training needs in conjunction with the manager.
To undertake any training as required.
To participate in continuing education and maintain a contemporary level of professional knowledge and skills.
Flexibility
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive description of every duty performed by the Dispensary Lead, but rather a guide to the type and nature of the duties. In this environment flexibility in the duties undertaken and the hours worked are essential to achieve the objectives of a smooth running practice. The Dispensary Lead role may change from time to time in the light of local and national developments
Care Quality Commissioning
To be aware of the essential standards of quality and care for General Practice. To work in conjunction with the practice team to ensure that CQC standards are met and updated, as required.
Equality & Diversity
The postholder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is nonjudgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Quality
The postholder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Communication
The postholder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members
Communicate effectively with patients and carers
Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the postholder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Health & Safety
All employees are subject to the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act. The post holder is required to ensure, as an employee, that his/her work methods do not endanger other people or themselves. The postholder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.
Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
To report accidents and untoward incidents in accordance with current legislation and Practice procedures.
To carry out risk assessments as and when required (DSE/Manual Handling/Fire/COSHH).
General Terms and Conditions
All employees are employed on an initial assessment basis.
All employees must comply with the practices opportunities policy, and must not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, ethnic or national grounds, sex, marital status, disability or any other grounds that cannot be shown to be justifiable.
This Job Description may be reviewed in the light of changed service needs and developments. Any changes will be fully discussed with the post holder. The post holder may be required to carry out other duties appropriate to the grade of the post.
Ashley Surgery operates a nonsmoking policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
Prescriptions
To deal with patients politely and efficiently.
To dispense prescriptions in line with standard operating procedures.
To deal with repeat prescription requests in line with practice protocols.
To ensure information is accurately recorded on patient's records.
To highlight any discrepancies or queries to the appropriate GP to action.
To ensure that prescriptions are completed appropriately by both GP and patient.
To record and collect prescription payments and other monies as required.
To balance cash till at end of work sessions and prepare cash sheet weekly prior to banking.
To ensure correct procedures are followed for Controlled Drugs working to the Dispensary protocols at all times.
To ensure that prescriptions are correctly endorsed.
To complete the end of the month prescription data and to ensure that FP10s are returned within the requested time restrictions to the appropriate body.
Stock
To order dispensary supplies at appropriate times from suppliers approved by the GPs.
To stock shelves ensuring that they are kept clean and tidy at all times.
To assist in annual stock checks.
To ensure that out-of date stock is disposed of correctly following the Dispensary protocols.
To ensure that only necessary stock is ordered and stored appropriately.
To liaise with third parties to obtain best purchase prices/deals for all drugs purchased.
To liaise and arrange meetings with third parties to discuss queries/costings and/or purchase of stock.
General
To have an understanding of the Drug Tariff and British National Formulary.
To complete all records accurately and legible in particular the storage and records for controlled drugs.
To follow, update and create standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all areas of dispensary practice.
To participate in audits of service provision when requested.
To ensure that the department and equipment are kept clean and tidy at all times.
To prepare invoices and PAs for submission to the Practice Manager prior to payment.
To organise, in advance, the dispensary team rota for holiday cover.
To organise sickness cover for the dispensary team rota
Personnel
To carry out such tasks as may reasonably be asked of you by the Doctors or Practice Manager.
To work as part of the dispensary team.
To maintain good working relationships.
To adhere to statutory regulations/policies and codes of practice and safety rules.
To be flexible to offer holiday and sickness cover as and when required.
To participate in staff meetings.
To have an awareness of own limitations and experience.
Educational
The postholder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
Training may need be undertaken outside of normal practice hours, and off site.
To identify personal development and training needs in conjunction with the manager.
To undertake any training as required.
To participate in continuing education and maintain a contemporary level of professional knowledge and skills.
Flexibility
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive description of every duty performed by the Dispensary Lead, but rather a guide to the type and nature of the duties. In this environment flexibility in the duties undertaken and the hours worked are essential to achieve the objectives of a smooth running practice. The Dispensary Lead role may change from time to time in the light of local and national developments
Care Quality Commissioning
To be aware of the essential standards of quality and care for General Practice. To work in conjunction with the practice team to ensure that CQC standards are met and updated, as required.
Equality & Diversity
The postholder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is nonjudgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Quality
The postholder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Communication
The postholder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members
Communicate effectively with patients and carers
Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the postholder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Health & Safety
All employees are subject to the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act. The post holder is required to ensure, as an employee, that his/her work methods do not endanger other people or themselves. The postholder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.
Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
To report accidents and untoward incidents in accordance with current legislation and Practice procedures.
To carry out risk assessments as and when required (DSE/Manual Handling/Fire/COSHH).
General Terms and Conditions
All employees are employed on an initial assessment basis.
All employees must comply with the practices opportunities policy, and must not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, ethnic or national grounds, sex, marital status, disability or any other grounds that cannot be shown to be justifiable.
This Job Description may be reviewed in the light of changed service needs and developments. Any changes will be fully discussed with the post holder. The post holder may be required to carry out other duties appropriate to the grade of the post.
Ashley Surgery operates a nonsmoking policy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A to C in English & Maths
- Qualified to at least NVQ Level II Dispenser/Buttercups Level II support staff for Dispensing Assistants
Skills
Essential
- Ability to provide excellent quality customer service
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
- EMIS and Docman experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working within a dispensing GP surgery or pharmacy is essential for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade A to C in English & Maths
- Qualified to at least NVQ Level II Dispenser/Buttercups Level II support staff for Dispensing Assistants
Skills
Essential
- Ability to provide excellent quality customer service
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
- EMIS and Docman experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working within a dispensing GP surgery or pharmacy is essential for this role.
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
Ashley Surgery
Address
The Old School
School Lane
Ashley
TF9 4LF
United Kingdom
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Ashley Surgery
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Ashley
TF9 4LF
United Kingdom
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Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380681
Job summary
Wessex Procurement Limited (WPL) is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Job Title: Senior Buyer
Contact: Permanent
Under current Home Office rules, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Please note: This role is based at Royal Hants Hospital but may also require you to work from Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital.Main duties of the job
This is a great opportunity for a person starting a career within Procurement, you will have a good IT and Communication skills, keen to learn, enthusiastic and outgoing in a professional manner. Our aim is to work closer with the Procurement Managers and Specialist's developing negotiation skills, identifying items that could be catalogued so the buying process can be actioned more efficiently saving time & expense. If you have a sociable side, there is a team within WPL who arrange online quizzes and days out which you would be more than welcome to join in with.
As a Senior Buyer, you will manage a team of Buyers across UHS & HHFT to maximise cost improvement programme (CIP) benefits. You will also ensure all goods and services are ordered in accordance with laid down procedures including the processing of requisitions, orders and liaising with customers and suppliers to ensure best practice and best value. Supporting the Procurement Operations Lead, Buyers, and Strategic Procurement team in the delivery of work-plans arising from procurement strategy.
If this sounds like the role for you then I would encourage you to apply today. Feel free to reach out to me on or by email [email protected] . I wish you every success in your application.
About us
At WPL, we play a key role in supporting the NHS in Hampshire, delivering end-to-end procurement and supply chain services for University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a wholly owned subsidiary of both Trusts, WPL offers the opportunity to contribute to the wider NHS family and improve healthcare services across the region.
Our services include strategic sourcing, value creation, tendering, contract management, inventory oversight, distribution, and materials management across Southampton, Basingstoke, Winchester, and Andover. Joining WPL means being part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, working alongside stakeholders to drive innovation, efficiency, and value.
Employee Benefits:o Generous NHS pension schemeo NHS terms of service and annual leaveo Access to an employee benefits platform offering discounts on groceries, high street shopping, family outings, holidays, and more
For more information, visit: www.wessexprocurement.nhs.uk
Southampton offers an excellent quality of life, located on the south coast with an international airport and direct train links to London. The area boasts the stunning New Forest National Park, beautiful beaches along the Jurassic Coast, and living costs around 20% lower than London. With 14 Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" schools, it's a great place to live and work.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
188-WPL030926
Job locations
Royal South Hants Hospital (see Job Overview)
Brintons Terrace
Southampton
SO14 0YG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties:
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Responsible for the Operations team to deliver a customer-focused and efficient service in the purchasing of goods and services.
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Day to day to management of a team, including a range of HR procedures which may include attendance, performance and appraisals.
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Undertaking training for the team in relevant procedures and processes. Ensuring procedures and processes are kept up to date.
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Plays a key role in the induction and training of new staff.
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Plans own workload and teams workload to ensure all order requests are processed, queries resolved, and catalogues reviewed as required
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Ensures all reports are produced for line manager within specific time frames
Budget and Resource management .
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Support the team with CIP opportunities and catalogue management.
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Responsible for recording savings made using appropriate procedures
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Responsible for sourcing suppliers for goods and services in line with user department requirements.
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Training of Trust staff on e-procurement tools.
Communication
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Negotiates with suppliers and other external organizations to maximize value for money and cost improvement opportunities
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To communicate with suppliers to provide specific information in the form of a pre-purchase questionnaire in relation to procedures for purchasing medical equipment
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Establish, maintain, and manage supplier relationships where appropriate
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Provide support and assistance for charity / donation purchases and work with Finance and Charity departments to ensure all purchases are aligned with Trust protocol
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Communicate delays and discrepancies with customers, ensuring they are handled efficiently and appropriately
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
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To assess customer requirements for appropriate method of ordering and distribution (i.e., urgency/quality/price/supply route etc)
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Analyses financial and purchasing data to determine best value for money option
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To assess problem situations and determine in conjunction with customer or supplier the most appropriate method of resolution
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To understand and analyse spend information on specific products or services and relay the information to customers
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Identifies opportunities for contracting or tendering.
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Work closely with user departments to review goods and services purchased
Policy and Service Development
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Works according to laid down policies and procedures, suggesting amendments where feasible.
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Monitors supplier performance against contract KPIs (costs, quality, delivery timescales etc) and standing orders in conjunction with user departments.
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Assists the procurement lead with the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures
Information Resources
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Enters data onto purchase ordering system and ensures orders are processed as per procedures
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Produces data on pricing information for comparison and informs customers
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Checks stock and availability information, ensuring goods are ordered using the appropriate method
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Ensure contract documentation compliance using the contracts register
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Uses e-tendering, contract and supplier management tool to undertake and manage mini competitions
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Facilitates and supports continuous improvement in Catalogue system
Research and Development
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Audits and surveys operations team work activities to ensure compliance with targets
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Undertakes market analysis to identify alternative suppliers which are able to offer the trust cost efficiencies with no detrimental clinical impact.
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Guides customers with regards to obtaining value for money within financial and purchasing procedures
-
Discusses and agrees solutions to order/delivery queries with customers and suppliers
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To communicate any discrepancies in relation to products and services ordered with customers and category leads
-
Establish, maintain and manage internal stakeholder relationships to ensure effective service delivery
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties:
-
Responsible for the Operations team to deliver a customer-focused and efficient service in the purchasing of goods and services.
-
Day to day to management of a team, including a range of HR procedures which may include attendance, performance and appraisals.
-
Undertaking training for the team in relevant procedures and processes. Ensuring procedures and processes are kept up to date.
-
Plays a key role in the induction and training of new staff.
-
Plans own workload and teams workload to ensure all order requests are processed, queries resolved, and catalogues reviewed as required
-
Ensures all reports are produced for line manager within specific time frames
Budget and Resource management .
-
Support the team with CIP opportunities and catalogue management.
-
Responsible for recording savings made using appropriate procedures
-
Responsible for sourcing suppliers for goods and services in line with user department requirements.
-
Training of Trust staff on e-procurement tools.
Communication
-
Negotiates with suppliers and other external organizations to maximize value for money and cost improvement opportunities
-
To communicate with suppliers to provide specific information in the form of a pre-purchase questionnaire in relation to procedures for purchasing medical equipment
-
Establish, maintain, and manage supplier relationships where appropriate
-
Provide support and assistance for charity / donation purchases and work with Finance and Charity departments to ensure all purchases are aligned with Trust protocol
-
Communicate delays and discrepancies with customers, ensuring they are handled efficiently and appropriately
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
-
To assess customer requirements for appropriate method of ordering and distribution (i.e., urgency/quality/price/supply route etc)
-
Analyses financial and purchasing data to determine best value for money option
-
To assess problem situations and determine in conjunction with customer or supplier the most appropriate method of resolution
-
To understand and analyse spend information on specific products or services and relay the information to customers
-
Identifies opportunities for contracting or tendering.
-
Work closely with user departments to review goods and services purchased
Policy and Service Development
-
Works according to laid down policies and procedures, suggesting amendments where feasible.
-
Monitors supplier performance against contract KPIs (costs, quality, delivery timescales etc) and standing orders in conjunction with user departments.
-
Assists the procurement lead with the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures
Information Resources
-
Enters data onto purchase ordering system and ensures orders are processed as per procedures
-
Produces data on pricing information for comparison and informs customers
-
Checks stock and availability information, ensuring goods are ordered using the appropriate method
-
Ensure contract documentation compliance using the contracts register
-
Uses e-tendering, contract and supplier management tool to undertake and manage mini competitions
-
Facilitates and supports continuous improvement in Catalogue system
Research and Development
-
Audits and surveys operations team work activities to ensure compliance with targets
-
Undertakes market analysis to identify alternative suppliers which are able to offer the trust cost efficiencies with no detrimental clinical impact.
-
Guides customers with regards to obtaining value for money within financial and purchasing procedures
-
Discusses and agrees solutions to order/delivery queries with customers and suppliers
-
To communicate any discrepancies in relation to products and services ordered with customers and category leads
-
Establish, maintain and manage internal stakeholder relationships to ensure effective service delivery
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- CIPS Foundation Diploma in Purchasing & Supply (level 3) or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge skills and experience
- Passed GCSE Mathematics and English
Desirable
- Member of CIPS or equivalent
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Previous experience of buying in a procurement environment
- Market and supplier / product knowledge including Procedures, catalogue management and contract law
- Track record of achieving cost reductions
- Previous experience in a customer service environment
- Experience in supporting the management of team members
Desirable
- Procure to Pay system knowledge
- Vendor management
- Supply chain knowledge
Requirements
Desirable
- Training experience
- Working knowledge of public sector procurement processes
- Experience supervising or line managing staff
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- CIPS Foundation Diploma in Purchasing & Supply (level 3) or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge skills and experience
- Passed GCSE Mathematics and English
Desirable
- Member of CIPS or equivalent
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Previous experience of buying in a procurement environment
- Market and supplier / product knowledge including Procedures, catalogue management and contract law
- Track record of achieving cost reductions
- Previous experience in a customer service environment
- Experience in supporting the management of team members
Desirable
- Procure to Pay system knowledge
- Vendor management
- Supply chain knowledge
Requirements
Desirable
- Training experience
- Working knowledge of public sector procurement processes
- Experience supervising or line managing staff
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Wessex Procurement Limited
Address
Royal South Hants Hospital (see Job Overview)
Brintons Terrace
Southampton
SO14 0YG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Wessex Procurement Limited
Address
Royal South Hants Hospital (see Job Overview)
Brintons Terrace
Southampton
SO14 0YG
United Kingdom
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Tobacco Dependency Advisor Band 4
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380679
Job summary
The Tobacco Dependency Advisor will support the delivery of a Trust-wide Tobacco Dependency Service, helping patients to quit smoking and improve their overall health.
The postholder will provide evidence-based behavioural support and treatment to patients identified as smokers, primarily within acute hospital settings, ensuring all eligible patients are offered appropriate interventions in line with national guidance.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the role involves engaging patients in their quit journey, delivering personalised care plans, and supporting the implementation of effective tobacco dependency pathways across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
Deliver smoking cessation interventions, including behavioural support and advice on pharmacotherapy (e.g. nicotine replacement therapy).
Assess patients, develop personalised quit plans, and support individuals through their quit journey in both inpatient and community settings.
Provide one-to-one and group support sessions, including follow-up care (e.g. post-discharge telephone support).
Identify and engage patients who smoke, offering evidence-based advice and promoting harm reduction approaches.
Support the implementation of the Tobacco Dependency pathway and Ottawa Model of Care within the Trust.
Work collaboratively with clinical teams and community services to ensure continuity of care and effective referral pathways.
Monitor patient progress, record outcomes, and contribute to reporting requirements and service evaluation.
Promote smoke-free policies and contribute to health promotion campaigns (e.g. Stoptober).
Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with data protection and governance standards.
Contribute to service development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
About us
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county.
This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations.
The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG).
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
357-LN-285-26-QIA2572-D
Job locations
ULTH
Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road,
ULTH
LN2 5QY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!
Person Specification
Qualifications (Academic, Professional & Vocational)
Essential
- NVQ/Apprenticeship level 3 in healthcare or equivalent experience
- NCSCT Smoking Cessation Practitioner training
- Grades A-D or 3-9 in GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
Desirable
- Level 2 smoking cessation training
- Specific training in health promotion/behaviour change interventions
Previous Experience (Nature & Level)
Essential
- Experience of providing healthcare, healthcare advice or health promotion advice to patients or members of the public
- Understanding of the drivers of ill health and mental health.
- Evidence of previous team working
- Confidence in working with a wide variety of partners
- Self-awareness around limitations of skills and competencies and ability to work within them
Desirable
- Experience of delivering smoking cessation support
- Experience of working in acute NHS secondary care sector
- Knowledge of tobacco treatment
- Experience working with people in a behaviour change context
- Experience of working in health promotion
Evidence of Particular: - Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes
Essential
- Good verbal and written communications skills.
- Literate in IT/Computer skills
- Work effectively and autonomously without direct supervision and/or as part of a team
- Accurate record keeping
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and service user.
- Confident in dealing with people, even in challenging circumstances.
- Ability to present an open and none-judgemental demeanour.
- Ability to activity listen and respond to needs of patients.
- Ability to maintain professional and confidential approach at all times.
- Awareness of the importance of taking personal responsibility and providing peer support for wellbeing.
- Ability to develop skills & Knowledge to achieve level NVQ within 2 years of joining TDA
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust
Desirable
- Experience of use of ULHT clinical systems (Careflow,ESR,ePMA)
- Knowledge of ULHT Employment Assistant Programme (EAP)
- Ability to use carbon monoxide monitors
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Be able to travel independently between different sites across the Trust without the use of public transport
Person Specification
Qualifications (Academic, Professional & Vocational)
Essential
- NVQ/Apprenticeship level 3 in healthcare or equivalent experience
- NCSCT Smoking Cessation Practitioner training
- Grades A-D or 3-9 in GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
Desirable
- Level 2 smoking cessation training
- Specific training in health promotion/behaviour change interventions
Previous Experience (Nature & Level)
Essential
- Experience of providing healthcare, healthcare advice or health promotion advice to patients or members of the public
- Understanding of the drivers of ill health and mental health.
- Evidence of previous team working
- Confidence in working with a wide variety of partners
- Self-awareness around limitations of skills and competencies and ability to work within them
Desirable
- Experience of delivering smoking cessation support
- Experience of working in acute NHS secondary care sector
- Knowledge of tobacco treatment
- Experience working with people in a behaviour change context
- Experience of working in health promotion
Evidence of Particular: - Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes
Essential
- Good verbal and written communications skills.
- Literate in IT/Computer skills
- Work effectively and autonomously without direct supervision and/or as part of a team
- Accurate record keeping
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and service user.
- Confident in dealing with people, even in challenging circumstances.
- Ability to present an open and none-judgemental demeanour.
- Ability to activity listen and respond to needs of patients.
- Ability to maintain professional and confidential approach at all times.
- Awareness of the importance of taking personal responsibility and providing peer support for wellbeing.
- Ability to develop skills & Knowledge to achieve level NVQ within 2 years of joining TDA
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust
Desirable
- Experience of use of ULHT clinical systems (Careflow,ESR,ePMA)
- Knowledge of ULHT Employment Assistant Programme (EAP)
- Ability to use carbon monoxide monitors
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Be able to travel independently between different sites across the Trust without the use of public transport
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
ULTH
Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road,
ULTH
LN2 5QY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
ULTH
Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road,
ULTH
LN2 5QY
United Kingdom
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Head of HR Services, HR Systems and Workforce Information
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2380677
Job summary
Are you an experienced HR leader who is passionate about people and providing excellent service?
We have an exciting opportunity to join our HR leadership team, leading a diverse and important portfolio encompassing HR Services, (payroll, temporary staffing), HR systems and Workforce Information (including right to work).
We are looking for a rounded HR services leader. Significant experience of leading and managing payroll services will be important. You will understand payroll governance, outsourced payroll provision, complex pay issues and service improvement, and recognise the very real impact that getting pay right has on our colleagues.
You will also provide leadership across HR Systems and Workforce Information, ensuring our systems are effective and support the needs of the organisation, while ensuring accurate and trusted workforce information supports reporting, workforce planning and decision-making. You will also oversee key workforce compliance information, including right-to-work status.
This is also an exciting time for workforce technology. As the NHS prepares for NHS PeoplePortal, the future NHS workforce solution. You will have a key leadership role in preparing MKUH for this significant transformation and supporting its successful implementation across the Trust.
If you are a values-driven HR services leader with a passion for people, improvement and transformation, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
You will provide leadership across a varied portfolio of services, working collaboratively across HR and the wider Trust.
You will:
- Lead and develop HR Services, delivering responsive, consistent support to colleagues and managers.
- Provide leadership of payroll, working closely with our external provider to maintain strong controls and service standards to drive improvement.
- Lead temporary staffing, supporting effective deployment of bank and agency workers.
- Lead the development of HR systems, including ESR and e-Rostering, maximising technology, automation and opportunities for improvement.
- Lead Workforce Information, ensuring trusted workforce data supports decision-making, planning, reporting and workforce compliance, including right-to-work.
- Support the Trust's transition to NHS PeoplePortal, helping deliver successful implementation and sustainable change.
- Develop and support our teams, creating a culture where colleagues feel valued, involved and encouraged to improve.
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.
Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH - News - Milton Keynes University Hospital -
For further information about Milton Keynes please visit - Visit Milton Keynes
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
430-CORP26-506A-B
Job locations
HR Services (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead and develop the HR Services function, ensuring the effective delivery of payroll preparation and liaison, temporary staffing and first-line HR helpdesk services, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, quality and a positive staff and manager experience.
Lead the implementation and development of HR Systems to ensure maximum benefits are derived from systems, and robust service provision is provided Trust wide. This will include improvements to systems; improving optimisation and usage to improve data quality and decision making, which is pivotal to the delivery of the Trust People strategy and NHS People plan priorities.
To lead the Information Team, ensuring real time information is available and full interoperability between systems is provided.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
Interview 28 October 2026
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead and develop the HR Services function, ensuring the effective delivery of payroll preparation and liaison, temporary staffing and first-line HR helpdesk services, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, quality and a positive staff and manager experience.
Lead the implementation and development of HR Systems to ensure maximum benefits are derived from systems, and robust service provision is provided Trust wide. This will include improvements to systems; improving optimisation and usage to improve data quality and decision making, which is pivotal to the delivery of the Trust People strategy and NHS People plan priorities.
To lead the Information Team, ensuring real time information is available and full interoperability between systems is provided.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
Interview 28 October 2026
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Person Specification
Milton Keynes Hospital Standards
Essential
- Involve you as part of the team and work together
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Educated to Master's degree level or equivalent
- E-Rostering training qualification or equivalent on the job experience
- ESR training qualification or equivalent on the job experience.
- Management qualification or equivalent on the job experience.
- CIPD qualification (studying towards) or equivalent.
- PRINCE2 or similar project management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of leading and managing payroll services, including outsourced payroll provision, payroll governance, complex pay issues and service improvement
- Extensive experience of planning, managing and delivering complex projects
- Extensive experience of implementing ESR & e-Rostering systems.
- Extensive experience of managing HR teams in a healthcare environment
- Experience of workforce/roster planning
- Experience of HR change/transformation projects
- Experience of working within a project and change management environment.
- Experience of delivering projects within a healthcare setting environment
- Experience of Risk Management.
- Experience in the building and management of relationships with customers, stakeholders and suppliers
Skills
Essential
- In depth knowledge of e-rostering & ESR systems
- In-depth knowledge of payroll services, including payroll governance, controls, statutory requirements and the management of complex payroll issues
- Able to promote and facilitate change
- Ability to problem solve and articulate findings in report format
- In depth knowledge in the practical application of project management methodologies
Communication
Essential
- Able to establish collaborative working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to discuss and explain technical issues to non-technical staff
- Able to monitor and appraise individual and organisational performance
- Knowledge and understanding of Information Governance
- Ability to engage and influence at a senior level.
Specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines within budget
Person Specification
Milton Keynes Hospital Standards
Essential
- Involve you as part of the team and work together
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Educated to Master's degree level or equivalent
- E-Rostering training qualification or equivalent on the job experience
- ESR training qualification or equivalent on the job experience.
- Management qualification or equivalent on the job experience.
- CIPD qualification (studying towards) or equivalent.
- PRINCE2 or similar project management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of leading and managing payroll services, including outsourced payroll provision, payroll governance, complex pay issues and service improvement
- Extensive experience of planning, managing and delivering complex projects
- Extensive experience of implementing ESR & e-Rostering systems.
- Extensive experience of managing HR teams in a healthcare environment
- Experience of workforce/roster planning
- Experience of HR change/transformation projects
- Experience of working within a project and change management environment.
- Experience of delivering projects within a healthcare setting environment
- Experience of Risk Management.
- Experience in the building and management of relationships with customers, stakeholders and suppliers
Skills
Essential
- In depth knowledge of e-rostering & ESR systems
- In-depth knowledge of payroll services, including payroll governance, controls, statutory requirements and the management of complex payroll issues
- Able to promote and facilitate change
- Ability to problem solve and articulate findings in report format
- In depth knowledge in the practical application of project management methodologies
Communication
Essential
- Able to establish collaborative working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to discuss and explain technical issues to non-technical staff
- Able to monitor and appraise individual and organisational performance
- Knowledge and understanding of Information Governance
- Ability to engage and influence at a senior level.
Specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines within budget
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
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
HR Services (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
HR Services (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)
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Reference: 2380675
Job summary
The Matron is a senior clinical leader responsible for providing visible, professional and operational leadership across the Urgent Care Centre, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, high-quality and person-centred care. The post holder will lead on patient safety, clinical governance, quality improvement and workforce development, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous learning.
Working collaboratively with clinical, operational and corporate colleagues, the Matron will ensure that quality, patient experience and regulatory compliance remain at the heart of service delivery. They will oversee clinical standards, risk management, service improvement initiatives and quality assurance processes, whilst supporting and developing multidisciplinary teams to achieve outstanding patient outcomes.
As a role model for compassionate leadership and professional practice, the Matron will champion evidence-based care, innovation and service transformation, fostering an environment where staff are empowered to deliver the highest standards of care and contribute to the ongoing improvement of urgent care services.
Main duties of the job
As Matron, you will be a highly visible clinical leader responsible for promoting excellence in patient care, professional standards and service delivery. Working collaboratively with clinical, operational and corporate colleagues, you will ensure that quality, safety and patient experience remain at the centre of service delivery.
About us
EBPC is a well-respected enabler of high-quality NHS services. Established in 1997 as an out of hours GP service, we have now grown significantly and deliver a full range of services, 24/7, to support 111, Primary Care Networks, Integrated Care Systems, Acute and Community NHS Trusts. We are incredibly excited to now be embarking on the next stage of our development as we move into an ever-expanding digital space, running alongside our core business.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£55,000 to £60,000 a year Plus £7,000 per annum on-call
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0322-26-0019
Job locations
Headquarters (HQ)
Inspired
Easthampstead Road
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 1YQ
United Kingdom
3 Priors Close
SLOUGH
SL1 2BQ
United Kingdom
St. Marks MIU
112 St. Marks Road
MAIDENHEAD
Berkshire
SL6 6DU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will
Provide strategic and operational nursing leadership across the Urgent Care Centre, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, responsive and compassionate care.
Lead quality improvement, clinical assurance and patient safety initiatives, embedding a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Promote and maintain high standards of professional nursing practice, ensuring compliance with NMC/HCPC standards, organisational policies and national guidance.
Lead on clinical governance activities, including incident management, risk reduction, audits, complaints, patient feedback, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.
Monitor and improve quality metrics, clinical outcomes and patient experience, using data and evidence to drive service improvements.
Act as a visible and accessible leader, providing professional support, supervision and guidance to multidisciplinary team members.
Foster a culture of compassionate, person-centred care that prioritises dignity, respect, inclusion and patient involvement.
Support workforce development through coaching, mentoring and succession planning, enabling colleagues to achieve their full potential.
Develop and empower leaders at all levels, promoting accountability, innovation and professional excellence.
Work in partnership with medical, operational and corporate teams to ensure effective service delivery, workforce planning and achievement of organisational objectives.
Ensure effective management of clinical risk, infection prevention and control, medicines management and safeguarding responsibilities within the service.
Lead preparations for, and maintain compliance with, Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and other regulatory requirements.
Champion evidence-based practice, innovation and service transformation to improve patient outcomes and operational effectiveness.
Contribute to organisational strategy and the development of services that meet the changing needs of patients and the local health system.
Participate in the senior on-call rota, providing out-of-hours leadership, decision-making and escalation support to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
Accountability
The Matron is accountable for maintaining high standards of clinical care, patient safety, workforce performance and governance within the Urgent Care Centre, ensuring services are delivered in line with organisational values, regulatory requirements and best practice standards.
Other Requirements
Ability to work in a fasted paced environment with priorities changing frequently.
Positively always represent EBPC.
High standards must be maintained in all dealings with managers, doctors, nurses, staff and non EBPC personnel to ensure that a professional image of EBPC is always preserved.
You are required to deal with any real or potential safety hazards. Where doubt exists, the On Call Duty Manager is to be informed.
EBPC maintains a no smoking policy on premises and grounds.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing priorities and demands.
Build and maintain positive, collaborative, and mutually supportive working relationships with all EBPC staff.
Foster an inclusive workplace by respecting and valuing diversity in all interactions
Confidentiality
While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Health & Safety
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.
Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised.
Keeping own work areas clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role.
Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually).
Reporting potential risks identified.
Equality and Diversity
The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Personal/Professional Development
The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
Quality
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources
Communication
The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate clearly and effectively with team members to support collaboration and efficiency.
Communicate sensitively and professionally with patients and carers.
Recognise and respond appropriately to individual communication needs, including alternative methods where required.
Contribution to the Implementation of Services
The post-holder will:
Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.
Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.
Participate in audit where appropriate.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
All members of staff are bound by the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation 2018 and any breaches of the Act or of the confidential nature of the work of this post could lead to dismissal.
Please note this job description may be subject to change at times due to the needs of the business.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will
Provide strategic and operational nursing leadership across the Urgent Care Centre, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, responsive and compassionate care.
Lead quality improvement, clinical assurance and patient safety initiatives, embedding a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Promote and maintain high standards of professional nursing practice, ensuring compliance with NMC/HCPC standards, organisational policies and national guidance.
Lead on clinical governance activities, including incident management, risk reduction, audits, complaints, patient feedback, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.
Monitor and improve quality metrics, clinical outcomes and patient experience, using data and evidence to drive service improvements.
Act as a visible and accessible leader, providing professional support, supervision and guidance to multidisciplinary team members.
Foster a culture of compassionate, person-centred care that prioritises dignity, respect, inclusion and patient involvement.
Support workforce development through coaching, mentoring and succession planning, enabling colleagues to achieve their full potential.
Develop and empower leaders at all levels, promoting accountability, innovation and professional excellence.
Work in partnership with medical, operational and corporate teams to ensure effective service delivery, workforce planning and achievement of organisational objectives.
Ensure effective management of clinical risk, infection prevention and control, medicines management and safeguarding responsibilities within the service.
Lead preparations for, and maintain compliance with, Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and other regulatory requirements.
Champion evidence-based practice, innovation and service transformation to improve patient outcomes and operational effectiveness.
Contribute to organisational strategy and the development of services that meet the changing needs of patients and the local health system.
Participate in the senior on-call rota, providing out-of-hours leadership, decision-making and escalation support to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
Accountability
The Matron is accountable for maintaining high standards of clinical care, patient safety, workforce performance and governance within the Urgent Care Centre, ensuring services are delivered in line with organisational values, regulatory requirements and best practice standards.
Other Requirements
Ability to work in a fasted paced environment with priorities changing frequently.
Positively always represent EBPC.
High standards must be maintained in all dealings with managers, doctors, nurses, staff and non EBPC personnel to ensure that a professional image of EBPC is always preserved.
You are required to deal with any real or potential safety hazards. Where doubt exists, the On Call Duty Manager is to be informed.
EBPC maintains a no smoking policy on premises and grounds.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing priorities and demands.
Build and maintain positive, collaborative, and mutually supportive working relationships with all EBPC staff.
Foster an inclusive workplace by respecting and valuing diversity in all interactions
Confidentiality
While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Health & Safety
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include:
Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.
Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised.
Keeping own work areas clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role.
Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually).
Reporting potential risks identified.
Equality and Diversity
The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Personal/Professional Development
The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
Quality
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources
Communication
The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate clearly and effectively with team members to support collaboration and efficiency.
Communicate sensitively and professionally with patients and carers.
Recognise and respond appropriately to individual communication needs, including alternative methods where required.
Contribution to the Implementation of Services
The post-holder will:
Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.
Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.
Participate in audit where appropriate.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
All members of staff are bound by the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation 2018 and any breaches of the Act or of the confidential nature of the work of this post could lead to dismissal.
Please note this job description may be subject to change at times due to the needs of the business.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Paramedic with NMC/HCPC Registration
- Post-registration Advanced Clinical Study
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Study at Masters level
- Leadership/Management experience
Other
Essential
- Meet requirements of the Job description
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Evidence of undertaking audit and developing action plans
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to communicate highly complex information and situations including where there are barriers to understanding
- Ability to lead and participate in the integration of multi-agency services
- Able to analyse and use information to inform practice and service needs
- Demonstrates motivation, reliability and commitment to teamworking
Desirable
- Proven ability to identify, develop and implement risk management and clinical governance systems at an expert level
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-registration experience
- Experience of working in primary or community health setting
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and experience of clinical examination, history taking, pharmacology, pathophysiology, etc
- Minor Injury and Minor Illness competent
- V300 Prescriber
- Experience of instigating and interpreting investigations and initiating appropriate plans of care for patients
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
- Reliable and flexible
- Full Driving licence and able to travel as required to sites across East Berkshire
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Paramedic with NMC/HCPC Registration
- Post-registration Advanced Clinical Study
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Study at Masters level
- Leadership/Management experience
Other
Essential
- Meet requirements of the Job description
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Evidence of undertaking audit and developing action plans
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to communicate highly complex information and situations including where there are barriers to understanding
- Ability to lead and participate in the integration of multi-agency services
- Able to analyse and use information to inform practice and service needs
- Demonstrates motivation, reliability and commitment to teamworking
Desirable
- Proven ability to identify, develop and implement risk management and clinical governance systems at an expert level
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-registration experience
- Experience of working in primary or community health setting
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and experience of clinical examination, history taking, pharmacology, pathophysiology, etc
- Minor Injury and Minor Illness competent
- V300 Prescriber
- Experience of instigating and interpreting investigations and initiating appropriate plans of care for patients
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
- Reliable and flexible
- Full Driving licence and able to travel as required to sites across East Berkshire
Employer details
Employer name
East Berkshire Primary Care
Address
Headquarters (HQ)
Inspired
Easthampstead Road
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 1YQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
East Berkshire Primary Care
Address
Headquarters (HQ)
Inspired
Easthampstead Road
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 1YQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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