Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Job Responsibilities

Holistically support patients with mild to severe frailty within the community

Undertake frailty reviews of housebound patients for PCN practice sites via home visit, or occasionally via telephone

Review patient needs and help them access the services and the support they require to understand and manage their own health and wellbeing

Refer patients to services within the area that are most appropriate for them

Conduct low level clinical screening such as dementia screening, blood pressure checks and venepuncture as directed by the lead health professional. (Where relevant training has been received)

Carry out low level falls assessment/screening and provide advice and information on falls prevention, including referral for equipment where necessary

Assist in the formulation and review of care plans to ensure all care is reflecting the patients needs and wishes

Visit housebound patients at the request of PCN practices for Healthcare Assistant-appropriate tasks whilst ensuring these do not detract from core frailty work

Ensure patient records are updated appropriately and consultations recorded using the appropriate template

Liaise with each practice to maintain frailty registers

Liaise with each practice to prioritise visits

Work within the scope of HCA practice

Identify social isolation and loneliness, being proactive in signposting to relevant resources to empower patients to remain active and engaged within their communities

Identify and recognise deterioration in an individuals health and act promptly to refer to relevant health professional to minimise risk or where appropriate, avoid hospital admission

Assist practices in the achievement of targets related to frail and housebound patients

Develop and maintain knowledge and relationships with our practices and local services

Work with local statutory, voluntary and independent organisations to ensure referrals are made appropriately and maximise the availability of local resources

Take all reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of service users and self, understanding and following risk assessments as instructed

To maintain close links with other services in line with Safeguarding procedures and make other appropriate interventions and escalation

Ensure that GPs, practice nurses, practice pharmacists and other members of the primary care team understand the FCC/HCA role, and which patients may particularly benefit from their input

Work with the Armley PCN and its leadership team to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of this role

Core Responsibilities:

Frailty reviews for patients within Armley PCN who are house dependent

Assisting each practice to maintain up to date frailty registers

Help to raise awareness of health and wellbeing and how it can be promoted

Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and wellbeing

Additional Responsibilities:

On occasion, not as a matter of course, for practices within the PCN:

Phlebotomy

Blood pressure monitoring

Chaperoning duties

Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and wellbeing

Knowledge, Training and Experience:

Minimum NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience in a health and/or social care setting

Evidence of continual professional development

Experience in healthcare provision to a vulnerable group of patients

Specific interest in supporting frail and elderly patients

Experience of Primary Care or other organisations supporting a wide range of individuals

Knowledge of health care service delivery, public health delivery or community engagement

Knowledge and understanding of the complexities of General Practice provision

Completed a two day PCI accredited care co-ordination training course or be willing to complete

Other:

Maintain the highest standards of conduct and integrity within organisation adhering to relevant Codes of Conduct and the NHS Constitution

Be aware of and adhere to the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure own safety and the safety of colleagues and patients

Participate in our appraisal system, matching organisational aims with individual objectives

Comply with all organisational and statutory requirements

Undertake all mandatory training required for the role

Be aware of individual responsibilities under the Equal Opportunities and Diversity in Employment Policy and adhere to the provisions of the policy

Work flexibly as required by the PCN, including working at different GP Practices or community locations in the local area.

This job description is not meant to be exhaustive.

It describes the main duties and responsibilities of the post.

Staff are expected to undertake any other duties commensurate with the FCC/HCA grade as agreed with their line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent (GCSE Maths & English C or above)
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience in a health and/or social care setting
• Evidence of continual professional development Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• Qualified in Phlebotomy

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Understanding of personalised care and the comprehensive model of personalised care
• Understanding of the wider determinants of health
• Promotes diversity and equality and leads by example
• Strong organisational skills, including planning, prioritising, time management and record keeping
• Knowledge of how the NHS works, including primary care and PCNs
• Knowledge of and ability to work to policies and procedures including confidentiality, safeguarding and health and safety
• Ability to recognise/work within limits of competence, seeking advice if needed
• Understanding of the needs of older people / adults with disabilities / long term conditions particularly in relation to promoting their independence
• Basic knowledge of long -term conditions and the complexities involved: medical, physical, emotional and social
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

Desirable

• EMIS and SystmOne user skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working directly in a healthcare assistant or care co-ordinator role, or within adult health and social care, learning support or public health / health improvement
• Experience of working in health, social care and other support roles in direct contact with people, families or carers (in a paid or voluntary capacity)
• Experience of working within multi - professional team environments
• Experience of supporting people, their families and carers in a related role
• Experience of working with elderly or vulnerable people, complying with best practice and relevant legislation

Desirable

• Experience or training in personalised care and support planning
• Experience of data collection and using tools to measure the impact of services

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to actively listen, empathise with people and provide personalised support in a non-judgemental way
• Ability to provide a culturally sensitive service supporting people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities
• Ability to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence, motivating others to reach their potential
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people, their families, carers, partner agencies and stakeholders
• Ability to identify risk and assess / manage risk when working with individuals
• Have a strong awareness and understanding of when it is appropriate or necessary to refer people back to other health professionals/agencies, when what the person needs is beyond the scope of the care co-ordinator role
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with all colleagues
• Ability to demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Ability to work flexibly and enthusiastically within a team or on own initiative
• Knowledge of, and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety
• Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development
• Completed a two day PCI accredited care co-ordination training course or be willing to complete one
• Proficient in MS Office and web-based services

Desirable

• Ability to provide motivational coaching to patients, to support behavioural change

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

Armley PCN Services Limited

Address

Priory View Medical Centre

2a Green Lane

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS12 1HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KMPN: You will have a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in KMPN. We are developing a network academy, a platform for all network education and training from apprenticeships to advanced clinical and scientific qualifications with a single faculty making best use of our talented educators and trainers. You will not be expected to work at sites outside of EKHUFT. However, there will be opportunities for collaborative working within the network.

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Kindly note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for Biomedical Scientist roles Band 6 and above.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Some experience of working within an NHS Trust accredited Pathology Department.
• Good level of general education.

Desirable

• Understanding of ISO 15189: 2022 accreditation standards.
• Experience of working in a Sample Reception, Blood Sciences or Biochemistry department.

Clinical skills and experience

Essential

• Good literacy and numeracy.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Able to follow and adhere to standard operating procedures, and complete relevant log sheets as required.
• Good computer and keyboard skills, including LIMS.

Desirable

• Demonstrable supervisory skills.
• Evidence of completing log sheets.
• Knowledge of conventional IT software.

Knowledge

Essential

• Sound knowledge across a range of laboratory work procedures and practices.
• Laboratory Health and Safety awareness.
• Understanding of UKAS / MHRA.

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Biochemistry and / or General Science.

Other requirements

Essential

• To be aware of and demonstrate the Trust's Vision, Mission, Values and behaviours.

Desirable

• Examples of applying the Trust values during your working day.

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

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital

St Peters Road

Margate

CT9 4AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

GP Receptionist / Administrator

Job SummaryWe are seeking a professional and friendly Receptionist/Administrator to join our busy GP practice. The successful candidate will provide excellent patient care, manage reception duties, and support the administrative functions of the practice while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Main Responsibilities

• Greeting patients and visitors.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to patient enquiries.
• Booking, amending, and cancelling appointments.
• Processing prescriptions and patient registrations.
• Managing incoming correspondence and scanning documents.
• Maintaining accurate patient records on SystemOne.
• Administrative support for clinicians and the wider practice team.
• Read coding and data entry to support record accuracy.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience working in a GP practice, primary care, or healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of SystmOne.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good organisational and IT skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy team environment.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience with Read Coding/Clinical Coding.
• Knowledge and use of AskMyGP and other primary care software.
• Experience processing clinical correspondence and updating patient records.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care while supporting the efficient running of the practice.

Who we are

Omnes Healthcare is a growing, forward-thinking organisation delivering NHS Primary and Secondary Care services since 2006. Supporting patients across multiple sites, we combine clinical excellence with innovation to improve lives.

As part of the Evergreen Group, we also lead on digital health and genomics projects, including the Evergreen Life app, which empowers people to take control of their health.

Our mission is to enhance healthy and happy life years through high-quality, personalised, and accessible care. Our vision is to be a trusted leader in healthcare, known for innovation, compassion, and real impact.

We live by four core values:

• Caring – Respect and compassion in everything we do
• Inclusive – Empowering diverse voices and teamwork
• Evolving – Driving continuous improvement and innovation
• Ambitious – Striving for high standards and real impact

Whether your role is clinical or corporate, it matters. We’re committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment where all colleagues can thrive.

Omnes Healthcare are an inclusive employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we will be more than happy to help.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Excellent work-life balance
• Clinical progression and training cost support
• Full indemnity cover for all work undertaken
• NHS Discount & Support Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Sick pay, enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Salary sacrifice schemes (electric car, cycle to work)
• Life insurance (3x salary), healthcare cash plan, charitable giving scheme

Apply today to join a patient-focused, innovative team and make a real difference in health care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• -------

Desirable

• Desirable Criteria
• Previous experience with Read Coding/Clinical Coding.
• Knowledge and use of AskMyGP and other primary care software.
• Experience processing clinical correspondence and updating patient records.
• This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care while supporting the efficient running of the practice.

Experience

Essential

• -------

Desirable

• Essential Criteria
• Previous experience working in a GP practice, primary care, or healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of SystmOne.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good organisational and IT skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy team 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

Omnes Healthcare Limited

Address

Lincolnshire

--

Boston

All UK

PE21 8EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://omneshealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties:

To maintain accurate records, which are confidential, contemporaneous, and legible, with all care given documented at the time.. The post holder will be expected to participate in standard of patients records by audit or peer review and have a regular open discussion with team members.

Make appropriate records in the multi-disciplinary patient file, which will then be counter-signed by a registered nurse.

To report and record incidents and near misses relating to health, safety, security, fire, physical violence, aggression and verbal abuse.

To have a working knowledge and be responsible for ensuring nurses and patients equipment is in safe working order, disposed of or returned when no longer required as per Policy and to inform Line Manager if any problems occur.

To provide holistic evidence-based/best practice care to patients in accordance with National and organisation approved policies/procedures and individual care plans.

To undertake specific clinical tasks as delegated by members of the Nursing team having once undertaken relevant training and deemed competent .Working in line with the Livewell SouthWest Delegation to band 3 and 4 support workers guidance.

To provide appropriate support and advice to family and carers, demonstrating tact and sensitivity in dealing with complex and sensitive information and negotiating a positive outcome.

To recognise and respond to any changes in patient care situations, which might include risks to self and others including adult and child protection concerns. The post holder must inform the most appropriate professional at the earliest opportunity. Be conversant with the safeguarding adult and child protection procedures and policies.

To ensure privacy, dignity and human rights are respected for patients and Carers.

To be willing to participate actively in appropriate in-service training programmes which the manager believes to be of benefit to the individual. To assume co-responsibility for maintaining skills and knowledge levels.

The post holder is required to comply with all infection control policies and guidance, attend relevant updates and report issues of concern to their immediate line manager (if no action or explanation received, then it is the individuals responsibility to escalate)

To contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring of standards.

To work within challenging and unpredictable environments e.g. patients homes which may have constraints and require adaptability.

To provide basic education and continuing support to patients, family and carers.

To identify areas of concern regarding practice and communicate to the Caseload Holder.

Management & Leadership:

To undertake designated duties as required in line with the Delegation to band 3 and 4 support worker guidance.

Only undertake work which is within own competence and to identify any work required to be undertaken by more senior staff

To identify and take responsibility in the maintaining of clinical competencies in line with the job role. Ensuring these are adequately support by clinical sign off. Identifying areas where this may be required.

To be responsible for organizing own time management on a daily basis in line with caseload demands, using own initiative and be flexible when organising own workload on a day to day basis, which is often unpredictable in order to respond to the needs of the service.

To maintain and Preserve confidentiality at all times, and be aware of the Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records and Consent for Treatment.

Complete on time and submit all necessary forms, documentation, including IT data and forward as required by the manager/organisation.

To complete and submit any necessary documentation as required by the District Nurse/Caseload Holder and District Nursing Manager.

Monitoring and ordering of stock levels and to utilise resources economically and effectively and promote cost consciousness throughout the service.

To share knowledge and information to promote a cohesive team.

To act as a role model for all staff and students demonstrating clinical skills and high standards of practice and professional conduct.

To participate in team activities so as to develop and consolidate a cohesive and supportive team ensuring openness within the team.

The post holder will be required to use a computer, being responsible for timely recording patient activities for IT data collection, dealing with e-mail queries, stock/equipment ordering.

Communication:

To demonstrate effective communication with patients, staff and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. When communicating with patients it should be at the appropriate level for patients to understand such as patients suffering from terminal illness, dementia, disability, visually impairment and/or hearing impairment.

Able to communicate the role and eligibility criteria of the District Nursing Service.

Maintain accurate and up to date patient records and inform other professionals about changes in patients condition.

Act as a patient advocate as required ensuring individual needs, preferences and choices are delivered by the Service.

The Post Holder to be supplied with mobile telephones and lone working devices for work purposes and be expected to abide by Livewell Southwest Lone working policy including the Operational procedure for lone working devices.

Education & Training:

Maintain own clinical expertise by attending meetings, study days and in-service training and learn new specialist skills required for service development. To maintain an up to date personal competency portfolio.

To attend and participate in meetings as negotiated within the team and to provide relevant timely feedback.

To participate in Reflective Practice, Practice Supervision and Appraisals and line management supervision as per policy .

Participate in the provision of community experience for all nurse learners and other professionals as appropriate.

To be encouraged to organise informal training sessions on behalf of the team using a variety of resources.

Travelling in all weather in heavy traffic to unknown areas on a daily basis, in the dark and adverse weather conditions.

Emotional Effort:

At every patient contact the post holder deals with emotional issues of patients and relatives.

At each visit staff may need to care for Patients with degenerative terminal conditions and their carers who may be children or adults within their home.

Need to deal with highly distressing and difficult family situations frequently such as grief, crisis care management with unpredictable care conditions.

Mental Effort:

Continuously interrupted, multi-tasking e.g. writing notes, answering mobile telephone call. Staff to carry a mobile telephone and are expected to be available to other staff and professionals and can be interrupted at any time.

Travelling in all weather in heavy traffic to unknown areas on a daily basis, in the dark and adverse weather conditions.

Physical Effort:

Use of hoists and other lifting equipment often in a confined space in the patients home on difficult floor surfaces e.g. carpet.

At each visit staff risk assess the need to move light furniture in patients home to allow nursing procedures to be carried out often within a confined space.

Regularly carry and transport District Nurse equipment e.g. Nursing bag, documentation Laptop, phlebotomy equipment, sphygmomamometers and blood sugar machines.

Travel for periods of time between patients homes and requiring lifting nursing bags and equipment from the car boot on each visit.

The job involves several times in a day exposure and contact to highly unpleasant working condition such as secondary smoking, bodily fluids, including sputum, vomit, blood, urine and faeces, soiled linen, fleas, lice, scabies poor hygiene standards and communicable diseases.

Occasional exposure to verbal and physical aggression and dangerous pets.

Daily working in cramped conditions within patients own homes.

Frequently exposure to heat and cold in patients homes.

Mobile phones may not work in areas where there is poor network reception. Staff will utilise lone working devices.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE grade 4 or above (A-C)
• NVQ III in Care (or evidence of working towards) or able to demonstrate the skills knowledge & ability to work to this level.

Desirable

• Care
• certificate

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Understanding of physical health, mental health and learning disabilities.
• Understanding of the role of Clinical support worker / Heath care assistant and boundaries
• Experience of formulating
• therapeutic relationships
• Previous experience of working within a health care setting.
• (employment, work experience
• volunteering)

Desirable

• Willingness to learn Evidence of previous professional development Evidence of recent study

Behavioural Attributes & Competencies:

Essential

• Familiar with and committed to the principles and values of the NHS.
• Demonstrate commitment to and focus on quality, promotes high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes.
• Consistently put clinicians at the heart of decision making.
• Creates and fosters a culture of openness, honesty, integrity and inclusiveness.
• Values diversity and difference.
• Uses evidence to make improvements and seeks out innovation.
• Demonstrates commitment to partnership working.
• Flexible approach to working.
• Attention to detail.
• Highly motivated with ability to influence and inspire others.
• Outcomes focused.
• Ability to act as a champion for patients/carers and their interests, ensuring the patients voice has an impact on service developments.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of formulating
• therapeutic relationships
• Previous experience of working within a health care setting.
• (employment, work experience
• volunteering)

Skills

Essential

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• Effective communication and interactive skills including oral, written and IT
• Ability to use initiative and work independently
• Good time management

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

200 Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities for the role include but are not limited to:

• Providing safe, evidence-based, cost-effective and individualised patient care as delegated prioritising own workload and ensuring effective time management strategies are embedded in own practice
• Promoting health and well-being through the use of health promotion, health education, screening and therapeutic communication skills

• Referring patients directly to other services/agencies as appropriate
• Working with nursing, medical and healthcare assistant colleagues to ensure that National Health Service Frameworks (i.e. diabetes, mental health) are being delivered
• Provision of a phlebotomy (blood-taking) service as requested by a registered practitioner
• Carrying out health screening and measurements, including blood pressure; weight, height and body mass index; urinalysis; pulse rate and rhythm; Electrocardiogram (ECG); glucose tolerance test; and peak flow readings
• Maintaining accurate and contemporaneous records to relevant professional standards/guidelines
• Provide a service to promote healthy lifestyles, including for patients with long term conditions, smoking cessation, alcohol use and weight management

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for additional job duties and responsibilities.

Selection Process

At application stage you will be assessed against the following:

CV:

• Please ensure you demonstrate that you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications and memberships in the CV section of the application form.
• Please provide information of how you meet the criteria set out in the Job Description. You may wish to further include examples of how you have tackled similar tasks or demonstrated the skills outlined in the job advert.

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance linked below for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

At interview you will be assessed against the following:

Technical Skills:

• NHS Core - NHSC1 - Communication
• NHS Core - NHSC2 - Personal & People Development
• NHS Core - NHSC5 - Quality
• NHS Health & Wellbeing - HWB1 - Promotion of Health & Wellbeing
• NHS Health & Wellbeing - HWB2 - Assessment & Care Planning
• NHS Health & Wellbeing - HWB5 - Provision of Care

The interview may consist of a mix of direct questions and clinical situation-based scenarios.

Please ensure you demonstrate that you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications and memberships in your CV and that you have saved it, making sure that any reference to your personal details have been removed from your CV prior to submitting your application.

To be considered for this role, qualifications and memberships detailed must be held in full, prior to submitting your application.

There is no requirement to deploy as this is met by our uniformed personnel, but you will form the continuity of care required by our patients when based at home.

The sift will be completed within 10 working days of the vacancy closing date. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses for the interview.

Requests to work flexibly will be considered, taking into account business needs.

Please note the salary will be pro-rata where part time hours are undertaken.

All employees joining Ministry of Defence who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a 6-month probation period (unless otherwise advised) effective from the employment start date.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.

Access to the NHS pension scheme is available to the successful candidate.

If found successful for this position, you will be required to provide evidence of your immunity to Hepatitis B. Please note that evidence of your vaccination is not a proof of your immunity, but your serology levels will be required. Failure to provide sufficient evidence may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.

As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category, and we will notsponsor sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system.

Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.

This vacancy is part of the A Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.

The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

Person Specification

Provide a CV

Essential

• Please copy and paste your full CV as your response to this question; you will not be able to upload your CV as an attachment.
• Please ensure to refer to the essential criteria where applicable as your application may be rejected should insufficient information to shortlist be included.
• Please use double spacing where possible.

Behaviour Statement

Essential

• Have you been dismissed for gross misconduct relating to bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation from any role in the past five years, or resigned or otherwise left a role but would have been dismissed for such gross misconduct because of an adverse decision, had you continued in that employment?
• Please respond with Yes or No as appropriate.

Qualifications

Essential

• National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Completed a course and have experience of phlebotomy (blood taking)
• Experience of working with the general public, preferably within a service environment
• Experience of using computers, with good keyboard skills
• Previous experience working in hospitals, nursing homes or primary care
• Understanding and knowledge of military and National Health Service (NHS) policies, Clinical Governance
• Good administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work
• Time management and ability to prioritise workload

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

Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services)

Address

Tidworth Group Medical Centre

Saint Michaels Avenue

Tidworth

Wiltshire

SP9 7EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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We have an exciting opportunity for a number of Healthcare Assistants to join the primary care team at HMP Altcourse.

Hours

This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week. We run healthcare 24/7, so shifts are varied.

Please note, this role requires flexibility and will include unsociable hours, such as evenings, weekends, and night shifts where applicable.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Brookfield Drive

Liverpool

Fazakerley

L9 7LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLE: Healthcare Assistant (maternity cover to April 2027).

REPORTS TO: Cardiac Matron.

LOCATION: Peninsula Heart Clinic, Plymouth, UK.

HOURS: full-time spread over 3 days/nights (days: 8AM - PM; nights 8PM - 8AM).

PAY:£25,685.00-£27,395.00 gross per year.

The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly across all areas of the clinic. We expect there will be no requirement to work Bank Holidays without prior & mutual agreement.

MAIN DUTIES OF THE JOB

To support trained nursing staff in the following clinical locations within the Peninsula Heart Clinic: 1) outpatient clinic; 2) cardiac catheter lab; and 3) day-case unit.

Ensure outpatient areas are prepared ahead of each clinical session in accordance with the agreed protocol.

To provide administrative clerical and clinical support to the clinical team for patient medical records.

To welcome patients to the service making them feel at ease throughout their visit to the Peninsula Heart Clinic.

To ensure patient documents are sourced and that the correct clinical information has been provided in order to support a smooth patient journey.

To act as a chaperone for patients as required.

To treat all patients and their relatives with kindness and respect.

REQUIREMENTS & RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform basic observations (height & weight) when indicated in accordance with the protocol and Trust policy.

To perform blood pressure monitoring in accordance with the protocol and policy.

To perform blood glucose testing when indicated in accordance with the protocol and policy.

To perform urinalysis when indicated in accordance with the protocol and policy.

To perform phlebotomy procedures in accordance with the protocol and policy.

To perform peripheral cannulation in accordance with the protocol and policy.

To perform saturation monitoring when indicated in accordance with the protocol and policy.

To perform electrocardiogram (ECG) in accordance with standard protocols.

To act as a chaperone when required.

Support clinical team with any urgent patient transfers.

To perform decontamination of equipment and consulting rooms in accordance with protocol and Trust Infection control policy.

To support the storage of medication in lockable fridges and carrying out daily temperature analysis.

To support the management of clinical stock items and equipment to ensure that these remain available ahead of every outpatient clinic session and to escalate to management when items are missing or require replacement.

To ensure the waiting room and treatment room environment are safe, clear of obstacles and reporting any hazards or faults.

To work within the limits of own competence and area of responsibility and accountability.

To monitor the quality of work in own area and alerts others to quality issues, reporting any errors or issues to the appropriate person.

To maintain quality in own work and supervises others to do so.

Ensures patient safety at all times.

Contribute to own personal development and takes part in own appraisal.

Support and act as a role model to more junior staff and colleagues.

Contributes to the planning and implementation of activities to raise awareness of health and wellbeing e.g. health promotion activities.

To assist with patient mobility as required.

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Ability to accurately record clinical observations with demonstrable experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, professional, and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work flexibly in line with clinic activity.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience with cannulation, venipuncture, ECG and blood glucose testing.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years Health Care Assistant experience, ideally working in a cardiology/hospital;

Qualifications

Essential

• Care Certificate;
• Level 2 HCA qualification.

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

Regent's Park Healthcare

Address

Peninsula Heart Clinic

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a health setting

Desirable

• Experience within an community hospital setting

Qualifications

Essential

• Care certificate achieved
• Evidence of completed competencies as part of a professional portfolio
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• Evidence of functional skills or willingness to undertake.
• Willingness to undertake further study

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

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aldeburgh Community Hospital

Aldeburgh

IP15 5ES

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Task and Responsibilities

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

Clinical

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

- Carrying out ECGs

- Phlebotomy

- Basic wound care

- NEWS2

- Assess patients using NEWS2

• Assisting in emergency call outs and instigating emergency procedures when appropriate
• Being second checker on medication rounds
• Ordering and maintaining stock
• Ensuring treatment rooms are clean, tidy and well stocked
• Appropriate escalation to registered healthcare professionals

Custodial Responsibilities

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

Sponsorship is not available for this post.

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

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID

Proof of address documentation

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

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

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

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

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicantsIf the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Previous care/HCA experience
• Experience of working in a primary care setting - hospital, secure units/prisons, etc
• Competent at taking blood pressure, ECGs and other observations

Desirable

• Wound care experience/knowledge

Skills

Essential

• Ability to assess risk and care plans effectively
• Good communication skills (written & verbal)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Bristol

Bristol

BS7 8PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Healthcare Science Assistant position available with WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training and Sciences.

Essential

• NVQ 2 or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ2 Healthcare Science or Level 3 or higher

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to communicate and relate effectively, clearly and professionally at all levels
• Relay messages accurately and appropriately
• Good telephone skills
• Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Chester & Wirral Microbiology Service

Unit 11 Bassendale Road

Bromborough

CH62 3QL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Assist general bed making, cleaning beds and lockers, trolleys and preparing for new admissions including the making up of theatre beds and associated paperwork.
• To undertake and be responsible for routine tasks under the supervision of the qualified nurse / midwife e.g. preparation of notes and equipment on the ward / clinic
• Ensure security of patient valuables are locked away in accordance with hospital procedures.
• Support and provide day to day care in assisting patients with concerns and escorting to various Trust departments when required
• Assisting in the movement of patients as and when required using appropriate equipment when and where necessary.
• Accurately perform and record generic patient records e.g. baseline observations including blood pressure temperature, respirations, weight, height, urinalysis, pregnancy testing
• Maintain fluid intake and output charts where required
• Obtaining specimens as requested including phlebotomy for patients/partners
• Maintain daily ward statistics including admissions and discharges as required and entering on appropriate systems.
• Assess, prioritise and organise patient needs and attend to accordingly, and to keep patients informed and reassured at all times under supervision.
• Proactively respond to the needs of the patient / partner.
• Provide and receive information in relation to patients / partner and escalate as appropriate to qualified nurse or consultant
• Able to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, empathy, calm and professionalism all times to patients, visitors and colleagues.
• Ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Able to build rapport with patients / partner / carers / colleagues.
• Order and manage general ward stock levels.
• Answer the telephone and convey messages when required using effective communication skills
• Assist with ward inductions and development of others as instructed.
• Decontamination of equipment as required and ensuring infection control measures are adhered to and appropriate associated paperwork is completed.
• To act as chaperone in accordance with Trust policies
• Reporting any repairs promptly to relevant department.
• Any other reasonable duties required by management.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or Care Certificate or working towards this
• Evidence of professional/vocational development

Desirable

• Maths and English pass at GCSE or Functional Skills

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrative experience of working in a similar role in a caring profession

Desirable

• Clerical experience

Skills

Essential

• Venepuncture
• Ability to record and act on NEWS scores
• Height/weight/BMI measurement
• Assisting with procedures undertaken by registered staff
• Clear concise documentation and record keeping
• Safe moving and handling
• Maintaining dignity and respect

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

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hewitt Fertility Centre Knutsford

Mobberley Road

Knutsford

WA16 8ZR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this job for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 or equivalent level of experience in Health and Social Care
• Hold Care Certificate or willingness to complete within induction period

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge and understanding of basic IT skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of prioritising own workload
• Experience of working in a health care environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

City Health Care Partnership CIC

Address

Bransholme Health Centre

Bransholme

49 Goodhart Road, Hull

HU7 4DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Communicates information to staff, patients, relatives and carers.
• Communicates information in an empathetic and reassuring way where there may be barriers to communication/understanding i.e. speech/language/hearing difficulties.
• Communicates with patients, clients, relatives and staff whose first language may not be English. Is able to communicate effectively using written and oral skills.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, relatives and colleagues.Provide and receive routine information requiring tact or persuasive skills; barriers to understanding.
• To assist the nursing staff in providing nursing, clerical support hotel type services within the ward area.
• To assist nursing staff in providing support for carers.

For more information please see the attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Shortlisting

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in healthcare or expected to work towards NVQ Level 2 in healthcare
• GCSE in English / Maths or Fundamental Skills Level 2 or higher
• Experience of working with people

Desirable

• Experience in hospital or direct care environment

shortlisting

Essential

• GCSE in English / Maths or fundamental skills level 2 or higher

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

Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Peter Smith Surgery Centre

Queen Elizabeth Avenue

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To abide by trust policies and procedures

Build and maintain safe and effective therapeutic relationships

Support individuals to contribute to collaborative care/support/recovery plans

Support the named nurse to develop collaborative individual, patient centred care plans and implement them creatively using initiative.

Communicate effectively with a wide range of people using a range of preferred methods

Contribute to monitoring, observing and engaging with individuals, communicating outcomes and conclusions with the rest of the team

Gain an understanding of a persons experiences in relation to their mental health, learning disability and/or dementia.

Understand a persons coping strategies and strengths and support people to use these at times of distress or difficulty

Contribute to reflective practice and encourage compassion and understanding

Be able to recognise increasing risk and alert significant others and the team to respond as needed

Undertake a range of practical tasks and duties in support of the Team and individual needs.

Follow principles of diffusion and de-escalation and where physical interventions or restraint are required, to approach in line with approved techniques considering the safety and dignity of the individual throughout.

To feel confident to be able to report untoward incidents and areas of concern as soon as they arise

To document any relevant information in an electronic record following relevant policy and legislation

Contribute to individual reviews and team meetings

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• English qualification GCSE or equivalent
• Maths qualification GCSE or equivalent
• Vocational qualification in health and social care (e.g. care certificate; level 2/3 diploma)

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience relevant for the role
• Experience of working with people in a healthcare setting with mental illness, learning disability and/or dementia
• Effective communication and listening skills

Desirable

• Venepuncture skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth hospital

Queen Elizabeth avenue

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Healthcare Assistant Paediatric Outpatients role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of literacy - demonstrated by minimal/no errors in application
• Evidence or working towards Level 3 qualification in health and social care

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant in Paediatrics
• Previous work experience within Phlebotomy including children and neonates
• Previous experience performing ECG on children and neonates

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a Hospital Outpatient Department

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Southend

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• New patient health checks BMI, Urinalysis
• ECG recording
• INR monitoring
• To undertake Doppler testing
• Blood Pressure Monitoring following practice hypertension guidelines, issue HBPM in accordance with practice policy
• Phlebotomy including perform annual blood tests, BP, BMI, ACR as requested for patients with chronic diseases
• Urinalysis MSU, ACR in accordance with practice policy
• Wound Care suture removal in accordance with practice policy, following training
• Weight Management
• Chaperoning duties
• Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/Nurse
• Administer influenza vaccines according to PSD, following training
• Administer B12 injections according to PSD
• To undertake Spirometry for GP to interpret results
• Support the Emergency Care Practitioner and Primary Care Practitioner in the Minor Injuries Unit, assisting in the assessment and management of patients presenting with minor injuries in accordance with training and practice protocols
• Assist with the management of minor injuries including wound care, dressings, basic observations and preparation of patients for clinical assessment where appropriate and within scope of practice
• Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation
• Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms
• Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations, coils and implants
• Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
• Help to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
• Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being
• Assist with recall systems
• Lifestyle advice, (diet, weight, exercise, smoking cessation, alcohol) making necessary referrals within PHCT and local support services
• Maintain health promotion information in waiting room designated for patient education
• Any other duties as instructed by management

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working as an HCA or equivalent
• Can carry out clinical, technical, scientific or administrative duties according to established protocols or procedures, or systems of work
• Excellent communication, negotiation and change management skills
• Experience of working autonomously
• Experience of Infection and Prevention Control Management

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a Primary Care setting

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent communication skills
• Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrates motivation, reliability and commitment to team working

Desirable

• Previous experience using EMIS web
• Able to use own initiative
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work in a changing environment

Qualifications

Essential

• Care Certificate
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• English & Maths GCSE (or equivalent) - at pass level

Desirable

• HCA 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

Symphony Healthcare Services Limited

Address

Burnham Medical Centre

Love Lane

BURNHAM-ON-SEA

Somerset

TA8 1EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role

To have regard for the physical, psychological, emotional and environmental needs of the service users and their carers

To plan and lead group and individual sessions as directed

To provide support as directed by the Nurse Team leader and in close liaison with other agencies delivering agreed outcomes.

To work with colleagues and Health Access Champions in a variety of settings to promote the uptake of AHC, access to screening and vaccination programmes. , reporting any concerns for service user health and wellbeing to the Nurse Team Leader

To keep accurate records of tasks undertaken, observation and events concerning service users and to report to other members of the team, as appropriate, and to prepare reports as requested

To maintain and promote good communication and working relationships both within the team and with colleagues from other agencies

To develop a knowledge and understanding of the specialist needs of service users, and the approaches used in their care across diverse health settings

In collaboration with Primary Care Networks, support the process of understanding and improving service user experiences of care in other health settings through data collection, observation, feedback, discussion, and reporting through the clinical team

Provide information of health promotion and healthy living as appropriate to individual need

To undertake and assist in the organisation of the day to day smooth running of the service

Contribute towards the ongoing quality of service and care and identify any risk issues in relation to the service users health and social care need

Networking and promoting positive relationships within the primary care network

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of academic qualifications achievement
• NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Health Care Assistant - working in a Health & Social Care setting.
• Experience of working with people with a learning disability, who may have mental health needs and / or challenging behaviours

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lexden Hospital Site

London Road

Colchester, Essex

CO3 4DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached and can be downloaded.

The person specification detailed below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education/ Literacy & Numeracy or willing to work towards obtaining
• Willing to undertake the National Care Certificate training programme

Desirable

• Willing to undertake the National Care Certificate training programme
• Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of caring for patients

Desirable

• Experience working in a healthcare setting.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills (written and verbal) Adapting style accordingly to the audience
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to take initiative
• Able to develop professional relationships with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues
• Basic Computer skills and willingness / ability to develop further IT skills.
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care.
• Able to demonstrate a caring friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate demeanour
• Professional outlook and positive attitude.
• Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty roster.
• Able to challenge unacceptable behaviour and escalate issues/ concerns both timely and appropriately
• Awareness and understanding of importance of confidentiality
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrate interest in healthcare services
• Caring / supportive attitude
• Knowledge of Infection Control & Safeguarding processes

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

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tameside General Hospital

Fountain Street

Ashton-Under-Lyne

OL6 6RW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Make a difference in your local community

Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do. At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.

We are looking for a confident, compassionate and committed Care & Support Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke, located on Beach Road in the coastal village of Kewstoke, near Weston-super-Mare.

This is more than just a care job. It is an opportunity to be part of a local team making a positive difference in peoples lives, supporting recovery, promoting independence and helping to build trust with the wider Kewstoke and Weston-super-Mare community.

If you are looking for a rewarding Care & Support Worker job in Kewstoke, a mental health support worker role near Weston-super-Mare, or a career in health and social care where you can genuinely make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

About Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke

Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke provides care and support for men and women with mental health needs, including emergency admissions, rehabilitation pathways and specialist support for individuals with complex mental health presentations.

Set within more than 16 acres of landscaped grounds and overlooking the Bristol Channel, our peaceful beachside location helps us pr ovide a calm, therapeutic and recovery-focused environment. The hospital offers a broad range of therapies including CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR and DBT, supporting service users to build confidence, develop coping strategies and work towards their personal goals.

As part of our team, you will play an important role in delivering safe, respectful and person-centred care every day.

A local role with real purpose

We know how important Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke is to the local area. We want to continue building strong, positive relationships with the community by being a responsible local employer, providing high-quality care and supporting people to recover in a safe and therapeutic environment.

By joining us as a Care & Support Worker in Kewstoke, you will help us:

• Deliver compassionate care that makes a real difference
• Support people through some of the most difficult times in their lives
• Promote dignity, independence and hope
• Contribute to a safer, more supportive therapeutic environment
• Be part of a team that local people can feel proud of

About the Role

This role involves working 12-hour shifts, with a mixture of day and night shifts.

Salary: £13.45 per hour.

As a Care & Support Worker, you will support service users with their day-to-day needs, emotional wellbeing and recovery journey. You will work closely with nurses, therapists and wider clinical teams to provide consistent, compassionate and safe support.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Offering enhanced care using a flexible and person-centred approach
• Providing physical and emotional support to people in our care
• Building positive, professional and trusting relationships with service users
• Learning about each individuals needs and supporting them in the most appropriate way
• Assisting with medical, welfare and personal support needs
• Reporting on medical and welfare needs as required
• Supporting safeguarding practices and maintaining professional boundaries
• Helping to maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive daily routines
• Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team

You are...

We are looking for people who care deeply about making a difference.

• Genuinely driven to improve peoples lives
• Compassionate, patient and respectful
• Confident working in a mental health care environment
• An excellent communicator
• A good team player
• Sensitive and intuitive in your approach
• Reliable, resilient and willing to learn
• Passionate about empowering people and supporting independence

Previous experience in care, mental health, support work or healthcare can be helpful, but your values, attitude and commitment to outstanding care are just as important.

Why Cygnet?

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. You will be joining a team where your work matters and where you will be supported to develop.

• Excellent career prospects
• Opportunities for further learning through our apprenticeship scheme
• Expert supervision and support
• Employee referral scheme
• Free Health Cash Plan
• 24-hour free GP support line
• Free life assurance cover
• Free eye tests
• Car lease discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Free mortgage broker and insurance support
• Pension scheme
• Employee NHS discount savings
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit, including fitness programmes, nutrition consultation and health checks

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke located?

Cygnet Hospit al Kewstoke is located on Beach Road in Kewstoke, just outside Weston-super-Mare in North Somerset, overlooking the Bristol Channel.

What type of role is this?

This is a Care & Support Worker role in a mental health hospital, supporting people with emotional, physical and welfare needs as part of their recovery journey.

What shifts will I work?

You will work 12-hour shifts, with a mixture of days and nights.

How much does the role pay?

The role pays £13.45 per hour.

Is this role suitable for someone local to Kewstoke or Weston-super-Mare?

Yes. This is a great opportunity for someone from Kewstoke, Sand Bay, Worle, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset or the surrounding area who wants a meaningful local role in health and social care.

Is sponsorship available?

Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for this role.

Ready to make a positive difference?

If you care about making a difference, we want to talk to you.

Join Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke as a Care & Support Worker and help us provide safe, compassionate and recovery-focused care in the heart of the local community.

Apply now to start your career with Cygnet.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Taunton

BS22 9UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for confident and experienced Bank Healthcare Assistants with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

Tupwood Gate Nursing Home, which is rated Good by the CQC and has been awarded Platinum Accreditation in the Gold Standards Framework for 4 years in a row, is located in the quiet residential town of Caterham in Surrey. The care and warmth at Tupwood Gate is clear to see the moment you arrive.

Tupwood Gate Nursing Home provides outcome focused care for adults who may be physically frail, a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimers disease.

Tupwood Gate provide short stay or longer term care, offering award winning end of life care.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Your day-to-day

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care

• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support

• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way

• Assist with medical & welfare needs

• Report on medical & welfare needs as required

• Safeguard

• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives

• Experienced in a residential/nursing home setting

• An excellent communicator & a good team player

• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment

• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• £14.91 per hour (£13.30 per hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance)

• Flexible working

• Regular coaching & appraisal

• Expert supervision & support

• Free Health Cash plan

• 24 hours free GP support line

• Free life assurance cover

• Free eye tests

• Car lease discounts

• Discounted gym membership

• Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover

• Pension scheme

• Employee NHS - discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

• Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks

Ready to make a positive change? Please click on the apply now link below.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Caterham

CR3 6YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Role: Primary Care Healthcare Assistant
• Location: Dagenham
• Part-time roles available

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our established team and be part of a company that genuinely makes a difference to patient care.

The Healthcare Assistant plays a vital role within the GP Practice team, supporting the delivery of the full range of NHS Primary Medical Services. You will work alongside our friendly, patient-focused clinical and management teams, providing essential support to ensure high-quality, safe, and compassionate care for all patients.

This role requires autonomy, discretion, empathy, and sensitivity, maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a real impact on patients’ lives while working in a supportive, patient-committed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Phlebotomy
• B12 injections
• Flu vaccinations
• Recording observations such as:
  • Blood pressure
  • Pulse
  • Temperature
  • Height and weight
  • BMI calculations
• Undertake tasks and duties delegated by clinical and management staff
• Conduct procedures such as blood pressure monitoring, new patient checks, and basic clinical observations
• Support the practice with ordering supplies and equipment
• Assist in the sterilisation and preparation of equipment
• Maintain accurate records and documentation as required
• Work collaboratively to support smooth clinical operations

Requirements

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Basic computer skills and ability to use practice software
• Demonstrates an understanding of general practice workflows
• Ability to work professionally, sensitively, and empathetically

Who we are

Omnes Healthcare is a growing, forward-thinking organisation delivering NHS Primary and Secondary Care services since 2006. Supporting patients across multiple sites, we combine clinical excellence with innovation to improve lives.

As part of the Evergreen Group, we also lead on digital health and genomics projects, including the Evergreen Life app, which empowers people to take control of their health.

Our mission is to enhance healthy and happy life years through high-quality, personalised, and accessible care. Our vision is to be a trusted leader in healthcare, known for innovation, compassion, and real impact.

We live by four core values:

• Caring – Respect and compassion in everything we do
• Inclusive – Empowering diverse voices and teamwork
• Evolving – Driving continuous improvement and innovation
• Ambitious – Striving for high standards and real impact

Whether your role is clinical or corporate, it matters. We’re committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment where all colleagues can thrive.

Omnes Healthcare are an inclusive employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we will be more than happy to help.

Benefits –

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Excellent work-life balance
• Clinical progression and training cost support
• Full indemnity cover for all work undertaken
• NHS Discount & Support Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Sick pay, enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Salary sacrifice schemes (electric car, cycle to work)
• Life insurance (3x salary), healthcare cash plan, charitable giving scheme

Apply today to join a patient-focused, innovative team and make a real difference in health care.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

• Requirements
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Basic computer skills and ability to use practice software
• Demonstrates an understanding of general practice workflows
• Ability to work professionally, sensitively, and empathetically

Experience

Essential

• -------

Desirable

• Requirements
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Basic computer skills and ability to use practice software
• Demonstrates an understanding of general practice workflows
• Ability to work professionally, sensitively, and empathetically

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

Omnes Healthcare Limited

Address

Camberwell

--

Dagenham

East London

SE5 7AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://omneshealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Before applying for this exciting and challenging role, we encourage applicants to view and read the job description and person specification.

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Person Specification

esential

Essential

• interest in working in mental health

Desirable

• training which is relevant to mental health inpatient setting

Experience

Essential

• experience of working in a care setting

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birch Ward

Redwoods Centre

Shrewsbury

SY3 8DS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Healthcare Support Worker on Ashdown PICU, you will support the delivery of high-quality care to service users experiencing acute mental ill health. Working alongside nurses, doctors, occupational therapists and other professionals, you will help create a safe, therapeutic and recovery-focused environment.

You will support service users with their emotional wellbeing, physical healthcare needs, daily living skills and engagement in therapeutic activities. The role includes contributing to care planning, risk management, observations, clinical documentation and promoting recovery and social inclusion.

You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to identify changes in presentation, support positive risk management and ensure service users receive compassionate, person-centred care. Training will be provided, including de-escalation and Reducing Restrictive Interventions (RRI), enabling you to respond confidently to challenging situations.

This is a 24-hour service and successful applicants will be expected to work a range of shifts, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis.

Person Specification

Experience and skills

Essential

• An understanding of how mental health issues can affect the lives of individuals, their families and their community, and experience of using a range of evidence-based approaches to reduce the impact of such issues.
• Experience of working in a busy team, and an ability to use initiative at times of pressure.

Qualifications

Essential

• Possession of, or the ability and willingness to work towards, an appropriate Level 3 vocational qualification (e.g. Level 3 Diploma in Mental Health or Health and Social Care)

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work with a degree of autonomy, whilst also taking direction from senior colleagues.
• Ability to communicate in written and verbal English to a high standard, and basic numeracy 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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fountain Way Hospital

Wilton Road

Salisbury

SP2 7FD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Healthcare Assistant / Care Co-ordinator will work under the direction of the GPs and nursing team to support the delivery of high-quality patient care across the practice group.

The post holder will undertake delegated clinical duties within their competence, support the delivery of preventative healthcare programmes, assist with chronic disease monitoring where appropriate, and contribute to the smooth running of clinical services.

The role also includes care coordination responsibilities, helping to ensure patients receive timely access to appropriate services, supporting continuity of care, and working closely with the wider multidisciplinary team.

As the Practice Group operates from multiple sites, the successful candidate will be expected to work across all locations as required.

Undertake delegated clinical procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment, including:

• Phlebotomy (essential)
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Pulse rate and rhythm
• Temperature measurement
• Height, weight and BMI recording
• Urinalysis
• ECG recording
• Basic wound care and dressings
• Seasonal influenza, RSV, Shingles, Pneumonia vaccinations (where trained or training will be provided)
• Collection and processing of specimens
• Chaperoning clinicians where appropriate

• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care.
• Promote dignity, privacy and respect.
• Support patients in maintaining and improving their health.
• Provide health promotion advice within own competence.
• Recognise any changes in a patient's condition and escalate concerns appropriately.

• Support patients to access appropriate services both within and outside the practice.
• Assist with care planning and follow-up where appropriate.
• Liaise with community teams and external healthcare providers.
• Support recall programmes and health promotion initiatives.
• Assist in identifying patients requiring reviews or additional support.
• Contribute towards improving patient outcomes through effective coordination of care.

• Maintain accurate electronic patient records.
• Complete documentation in accordance with practice policies.
• Manage clinical stock and equipment.
• Ensure consulting rooms are prepared before clinics.
• Clean and maintain equipment in accordance with infection prevention policies.
• Report equipment faults promptly.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness.
• Follow all infection prevention procedures.
• Dispose of clinical waste safely.
• Adhere to national and local IPC guidance.

• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrate professionalism and compassion in all interactions.

• Work within the limits of own competence.
• Maintain mandatory training.
• Participate in appraisal and personal development.
• Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement activities.
• Adhere to all Practice policies, procedures and NHS guidance.
• Maintain professional registration where applicable.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent experience)
• Phlebotomy competency
• Basic Life Support certification (or willingness to undertake)
• GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths

Desirable

• Care Certificate
• Venepuncture qualification
• ECG competency
• Influenza vaccination training
• Care Co-ordinator experience
• Experience using SystmOne

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within Primary Care, Community Care or Secondary Care
• Experience undertaking phlebotomy
• Experience working directly with patients
• Experience maintaining accurate clinical records
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection

Desirable

• GP Practice experience
• Experience supporting chronic disease management
• Experience coordinating patient care
• Experience with recall systems
• Experience working across multiple clinical sites

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Friendly and approachable manner
• Compassionate and caring attitude
• Excellent time management
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to work calmly under pressure
• Strong team working skills
• Good IT skills
• Accurate record keeping
• Ability to work independently when required

Desirable

• Experience using SystmOne
• Experience using Accurx
• Audit experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of infection prevention and control
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
• Knowledge of confidentiality and GDPR
• Awareness of health promotion
• Understanding of patient-centred care

Desirable

• Understanding of QOF
• Knowledge of Enhanced Services
• Understanding of Primary Care Networks

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

AMP Group Practice

Address

Spa Pool Road

Askern

Doncaster

DN6 0HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Assistant / GP Assistant to join our busy multi-site practice team.

The role will support GPs, Practice Nurses and the wider clinical team in delivering high-quality patient care. Duties will include phlebotomy, blood pressure checks, routine observations, ECGs, urinalysis, new patient checks, basic dressings and vaccinations where appropriately trained.

The post holder will also provide GP Assistant support, including preparing patients and clinical rooms, assisting during consultations and minor procedures, chaperoning, supporting clinical documentation, referrals and investigations, and helping with the smooth running of clinics.

Additional responsibilities will include preparing for and assisting clinicians during our in-house minor surgery and carpal tunnel clinics, including patient preparation, equipment and room preparation, assistance during procedures and post-procedure support.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication, organisational and time-management skills, a compassionate approach and the ability to work calmly under pressure.

The role is 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, including a minimum of one late evening until 8.00pm each week, with a requirement to work flexibly across our practice sites.

All duties will be undertaken within the individual's training, competence and scope of practice.