Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

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Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills/ good general education

Desirable

• Have knowledge of Health and Safety policies and infection control guidance and procedures
• Have knowledge of Infection Control Policy, Guidelines and Procedures

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of basic knowledge of cleaning principles

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a Healthcare setting
• Knowledge of Manual handling techniques

Skills and ability

Essential

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of Manual Handling techniques

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton

DE13 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver a high-quality nursing service to meet the health needs of a defined caseload and contribute to the care of young people with multiple complex needs.

As a Non-Medical Prescriber, medication governance in line with Trust policies and procedures. Work Collaboratively with Clayfields Health care team and Clayfields Care staff.

Collaborate with the GP, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, pharmacy, dental bus and Trust schools vaccination service.

Undertake medication reviews and audits.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Portfolio of relevant post qualification CPD highly including specialist knowledge of professional interventions and evaluations
• Training in working with children and young people.

Desirable

• Leadership training
• Clinical educator/mentorship

Qualifications/Academic/Craft/Professional

Essential

• A Registered Nurse with Specialist Practitioner Degree/Diploma in specific areas of practice, ie/ School Nursing, Paediatric Nursing.
• A Non-Medical Prescriber qualification

Contractual requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel between sites
• Driver's licence
• Contribution to on call-rota for physical healthcare care plans for admissions out of hours

Values and Behaviour

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Skills

Essential

• Empathetic and psychologically minded
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for a variety of audiences, and in situations
• Well organised and able to prioritise a high turnover caseload
• Excellent clinical reasoning skills
• Leadership skills
• Extensive experience of supporting other staff and students
• Motivated and a motivator
• Team builder and team member
• Autonomous and able to work without direct supervision
• Reflective practitioner
• Ability to manage own wellbeing with access to supervision to sustain this
• IT skills - to support clinical and service needs and developments

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Working in a secure environment and being a trained keyholder. Ability to move around the secure environment.

Desirable

• Physical skills in line with Managing Violence and Aggression /Breakaway training where applicable

Experience

Essential

• Working experience of assessing and managing a complex caseload with young people and/or adults with profession specific needs in a specialist area
• Knowledge of Risk Assessment and ability to ensure effective risk management strategies within specialism. oExperience of effective multi-disciplinary/agency working and established interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Experience of designing and delivering different learning and development opportunities for staff teams
• Ensures that Clinical Governance/patient safety issues are understood and addressed in practice.
• Experience in developing evaluation / audit tools and resources as a part of multi-professional team
• Experience of leading the clinical and professional development of others including students

Knowledge

Essential

• Highly specialist applied clinical knowledge
• Highly specialist knowledge of how mental and physical health contribute to risk assessment and support management
• Applied knowledge of risk assessment within field of clinical practice
• Knowledge of national policy and guidance and impact on local practice

Desirable

• Applied leadership knowledge

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clayfields House secure Unit , 18-20 Moorbridge Lane , Stapleford, Nottingham ,NG9 8GU

18-20 Moorbridge Lane , Stapleford NG9 8GU

Nottingham

NG9 8GU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder works under direct supervision of the population health practitioner supports the delivery of targeted interventions that aim to reduce health inequalities and improve the health outcomes of the local population.

They will work within own agreed competencies with the Population Health Practitioner and will be expected to conduct clinical aspects of NHS Health Checks in a variety of different settings either in the local community, patients own home or in a clinic setting. These include, but not limited to:

To conduct NHS health checks, new patient health checks and over 40 health checks.

Conduct baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate/rhythm, recording findings accurately.

Phlebotomy where properly trained and appropriate.

Conduct Body Mass Index (BMI) checks as directed.

Helping raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted, provide advice to patients and making any necessary referrals within the practice or across the PCN.

Supporting patients to adopt health promotion strategies and encourage principles of self-care.

Deliver opportunistic health promotion and lifestyle advice where appropriate.

Supporting the practitioner with the management of chronic diseases in a community-based setting.

Blood pressure and hypertension recording and assessment in a community-based setting.

Dementia screening and signposting in a community-based setting.

Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competencies.

Work to address health disparities within the community by advocating for equitable access to healthcare and public health resources.

Assist in planning and executing health promotion campaigns and initiatives, including health screenings and awareness events.

The post holder will work with the population health practitioner to increase health and wellbeing of patients through improved identification and disease management in the community. The team plays a lead role in undertaking and facilitating holistic assessment and care for patients with long term and complex physical, mental health, social care needs. The Population Health Care Assistant plays a pivotal role in promoting preventative care and supporting the health and well-being of the local community. You will work collaboratively with healthcare providers and community resources to achieve population health goals and improve healthcare outcomes. This may also include working with PCN colleagues to ideas and support applications for population health funding available via charity organisations or the Council.

You will participate in outreach sessions in sheltered housing and community spaces, to speak to patients and help them with the monitoring and management of their long-term condition.

During the outreach session you will be required to:

Offer blood pressure checks.

Height and weight checks.

Provide information and advice on over-the-counter medications.

Contribute to opportunistic long term condition monitoring that support the practices Quality Outcomes Framework (QOF) indicators and PCN priorities.

Raise awareness of NHS and public health campaigns to members of the public such as Early Cancer Diagnosis, Stop Smoking, Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) testing and hypertension case finding etc.

Engage with patients to promote preventative healthcare measures, screening, and immunisations.

Conduct proactive outreach to identify and support patients with chronic diseases and complex health needs.

Assist patients in managing chronic conditions through education and lifestyle guidance.

Provide health education to patients on topics such as nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, and medication adherence.

Collaborate with community organisations and agencies to support public health initiatives and engage with vulnerable populations to strengthen community wellbeing.

Communication

Communicate effectively with other team members.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication.

Enthusiastic about health promotion and lifestyle change.

Personal and people development

Take responsibility for own developmental learning and performance, including participating in supervision.

Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development.

Work with management on any new training requirements.

To recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working in the primary health care team.

Experience of motivational interviewing.

Be aware of the legal issues pertinent to the role of a basic HCA.

Ability to work confidently in the community.

Health, safety, and security

• Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.
• Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks.
• Use appropriate infection control procedures and maintain work areas in each clinical room so that they are clean, safe, and free from hazards reporting of any potential risks identified, including:

Hand washing.

Universal hygiene procedures.

Collection and handling of laboratory specimens.

Segregation and disposal of waste materials.

Reporting and treatment of sharps injuries.

Dealing with blood and body fluid spillages.

Assist patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures:

Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain.

Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs within area of responsibility.

Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate.

Be aware of statutory child health procedures and statutory local guidance and referral criteria.

Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring, and maintaining of equipment and furniture within your area of responsibility.

Use the computer monitor safely.

Be able to identify the risks to health of microbiological and chemical hazards within the working environment according to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.

Service improvement

Be aware of and, if appropriate, assist in current clinical audit.

Work with colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other initiatives. This may also include working with colleagues to obtain funding/grants available to support population health initiatives in Rochford.

Collaborate closely with the Population Health Nurse, Physician Associate, HCA and Data and Outreach Coordinator to identify areas of need for Rochford District PCN.

Using data to identify at-risk groups of patients and designing outreach sessions that support targeted interventions.

Refer patients to the Rochford District Multi-Disciplinary Team meeting where further support or advice is needed.

Quality

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk in the care of patients.

Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems.

Practice in accordance with agreed standards of care.

Enable patients to access appropriate professionals in the team.

Ensure stock items under your control are ordered and available in the treatment and consulting rooms.

Know how clinical governance affects the HCA role and bring to the attention of more senior staff any specific risk situation.

Know the practice's policies, especially the whistle-blowing policy, available in the practice staff handbook.

Be able to manage your own time effectively.

Equality and diversity

Act in ways that recognise the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures.

Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers.

Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour.

Function as a chaperone when required.

Information processes

Record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate.

Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff, and the practice.

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous electronic patient records on SystmOne.

Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information.

Clinical governance

• Ensure that consultations are undertaken safely in line with the organisations health and safety policies.
• Ensure that patient identifiable information and smart cards are transported in line with the information governance policy.
• Ensure accurate and legible notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded promptly in the patients notes on SystmOne.
• To ensure the safety of patients, relatives, and colleagues and to report all incidents and near misses in line with the risk management policy.
• To remain up to date with all mandatory training.
• To maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding adult and children guidance to ensure that those at risk of abuse/suffering abuse are identified and the necessary process to protect them is followed.
• To meet responsibilities as an employee as set out in the organisations corporate and clinical policies.
• To maintain confidentiality at all times.

This JD is not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities but rather an outline of the principal areas of responsibility. The role is likely to evolve to meet the changing needs of the service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Level 3 or equivalent Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) or National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Care Certificate

Desirable

• Vaccination and Immunisation Foundation Course for both adults and children
• Phlebotomy Certification
• Ear Syringing Certification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
• Clinical Knowledge & Skills
• New patient medicals including height, weight, BP, pulse, and wellbeing advice.
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes.
• Basic observation taking BP/Pulse/SATs/BME
• Competent in Clinical Waste and Sharps policy and procedure.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong IT skills.
• Clear, polite telephone manner.
• Competent in the use of patient record management systems: SystmOne.
• Effective time management (planning and organising).
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Competent and enthusiastic about health promotion and lifestyle change.
• Able to collaborate well with other people and deal with the challenges of ever changing and demanding situations.

Desirable

• Competent in other portals: ICE.
• 6 months relevant experience working in a primary care environment
• Experience of working in the community and or outreach environments in the last two years
• Experience of delivering Immunisations (flu, B12, childhood, travel)
• Experience of phlebotomy
• Chaperone procedure

Other

Essential

• Personal Qualities
• Able to manage own time and prioritise work.
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient.
• Committed to patient confidentiality.
• Able to work flexibly in community settings and non-traditional HCA clinics.
• Resilient and adaptable in changing environments.

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

GP Healthcare Alliance

Address

Rochford PCN

The Puzey Family Practice

Southwell House

Rochford

Essex

SS41AY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Please be aware that, due to the anticipated high volume of applications, the vacancy will automatically close once 50 applications have been received.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English Language & Maths GCSE at level C or above, or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• IT skills

Desirable

• Abillity to problem solve

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel between care settings will be required

Experience and Knowledge Required

Essential

• Working in health and or social care environment
• Understanding of factors that influence health and wellbeing
• Understanding of the implications for, and responsibilities of the post for Risk Management and Safeguarding

Desirable

• Community experience
• MDT or integrated team working
• Palliative Care Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Village Surgery Medical Centre

Browning Street

Derby

DE23 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of Care Certificate or equivalent.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (English and Math's GCSEs or equivalent.)
• Evidence of ongoing personal development.

Desirable

• Level 2 support worker Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a clinical healthcare setting
• Experience of dealing with the public.

Skills

Essential

• Evidence of providing high quality care.
• To be aware of incident reporting systems and escalation processes.
• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of good organizational skills.
• Self-motivated to work under minimal direct supervision
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Basic keyboard/ computer skills (e.g. ability to enter patient data onto computer records).
• Contributes to updating patient records
• To always protect and maintain patient confidentiality and follow information governance policies and procedures

Desirable

• Prepared to undertake further training to develop the necessary competencies and skills.
• Prepared to undertake further training to develop the necessary competencies and skills. Depending on specific service arrangements, to supervise and train more junior staff.

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of health and safety at work. e.g: manual handling skills, infection control measures.
• Ability to collect and exchange factual information and data to the multidisciplinary team and ensure data accuracy.

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Whipps Cross University Hospital

Whipps Cross Road

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

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Person Specification

KnowledgeSkills and Training

Essential

• Willing and able to apply existing experience and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community, hospitals or other community settings, equivalent to a vocational level 3 qualification
• Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development / training as identified to meet the needs of the service, including Trust Band 3 Extended Skills programme and Care Certificate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Job Specific Experience

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative, but with a commitment to participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice and further develop skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Willingness to learn.

Personal Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Ability to prioritise.
• Enthusiastic and motivated.
• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

Business Travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. (working within the Community)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Park Hospital

Gloucester rd

Bournemouth

BH7 6JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities of the role.

What is High Cost Area Allowance?

The High-Cost Area (HCA) allowance, also referred to as London Weighting, is a payment made to employees who work in London and the surrounding areas.

As this post is based in Dartford, Gravesham or Swanley, the successful applicant will receive an additional payment each month.

5% of basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £1,346 per year and a maximum payment of £2,270 per year (the agreed annual amount will be divided into 12 equal amounts and paid monthly) (2026/27 figures)

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Computer literate.
• Level 3 Qualification in Health and Social care or equivalent
• Care Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Experience

Essential

• A varied and considerable experience of working within Mental Health/Learning Disabilities setting.

Desirable

• NHS Experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• To have a good understanding of mental health conditions appropriate to the setting
• Numeracy and English literacy skills
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, under the direction and supervision of a registered practitioner
• Ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of people.
• Able to record interventions in a timely manner
• Ability to travel between Trust sites in a timely manner
• A working knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
• Ability to act as a role model, support and delegate to others
• Ability to undertake physical health checks and document on MEWS
• To participate in Quality Improvement, Audits, Research, etc
• Punctual and flexible across hours of work
• Ability to be flexible and responsive
• Knowledge of moving and handling principles, including the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, and ability to apply safe, risk-assessed techniques

Desirable

• Full Driving Licence

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

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Little Brook Hospital

Bow Arrow Lane

Dartford

DA2 6PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties specific to role

• Clinical procedures (only to be performed once trained and assessed as competent)
• Venepuncture
• BP/Pulse Temperatures
• Simple dressings
• Urinalysis
• Ear syringing
• Collect and prepare swabs and samples
• Blood glucose monitoring
• Record ECGs
• Process blood samples for INR test analysis
• Act as chaperone
• Assist GPs and practice nurses with procedures
• NHS health checks
• Diabetic foot checks
• Immunisations (under supervision of prescriber)
• Support patients with management of long-term conditions
• Support patients with lifestyle advice and education

Other

• Stock control and management
• Supporting nursing team with infection prevention and control
• Checking, maintenance and calibration of equipment and fridges Preparation & maintenance of clinical rooms
• Maintain Cold Chain procedures
• Segregation and disposal of waste materials
• Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment

General

• To undertake the procedures listed above
• To complete all associated documentation
• To mentor and train new members of staff (once fully trained in role)
• To be sensitive to the needs of service users whilst performing an invasive procedure.
• To maintain and ensure effective and efficient use of consumable equipment..
• To undertake all duties and responsibilities, at all times in compliance with the local policies and procedures.
• To behave at all times with courtesy and consideration to colleagues and service users.

Working conditions

• Frequent, prolonged VDU use
• Time-pressured environment
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail essential at all times
• Exposure to distressing situations and written material
• Exposure to body fluids and needles
• Potential exposure to blood-borne viruses
• Requirement to wear uniform

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.

Job Description for all G DOC workers

The job description for all G DOC workers also forms part of your job description.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure

Experience

Desirable

• Work in a phlebotomist or HCA role
• Professional experience of healthcare

Other

Essential

• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade 4/C or above in maths & English, or equivalent (if candidate does not hold these qualifications or a recognised equivalent, competency testing may be required)
• NVQ Level II Health & Social Care or above
• Trained in phlebotomy

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• If not already competent in SystmOne, Office & Outlook, willing and able to undertake training and develop competency.
• Ability to follow policy and procedure
• Effective time management
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Must either be Hepatitis B immune or be willing to undergo an immunisation course

Desirable

• Competent in use of SystmOne
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook

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

G DOC Ltd

Address

Dean Medical Practice - Coleford

Coleford Health Centre

Railway Drive

Coleford

Gloucestershire

GL16 8RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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We have an exciting opportunity for a number of Healthcare Support Workers 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

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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

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details, a summary is below:

• Undertakes the daily checking of equipment when assigned to do so, e.g. emergency equipment and oxygen cylinders to ensure that they are safe to use.
• Manages stock rotation and is mindful of waste.
• Uses the Inform software as the services method of Electronic Patient Records (EPR) using the templates which support the nature of service the patient has chosen to access.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Phlebotomy knowledge and experience

Interest / knowledge

Essential

• Interest/knowledge of Sexual Health issues

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills

Understanding

Essential

• Understanding of patient identification and correct specimen labelling

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

Inclusion

Address

Cobridge Sexual Health Centre

Stoke on Trent

ST6 2JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Whats next?

• If youre successful, youll be invited to an interview and assessment day on Thursday 1st October or Friday 2nd october 2026. followed by unpaid classroom training which will include 3 days of blended training delivered via Microsoft teams, covering the 15 standards of the care certificate and a day on Mental Health. There will also be one in-person training day to cover basic life support and manual handing. Training dates to be confirmed.

After the programme

As your first step in healthcare with the NHS, this could provide you with the opportunity to progress your career by accessing further training outside of the programme. In time, you could become a Senior Healthcare Assistant. After that, you could then apply to train as an Assistant Practitioner or Nursing Associate, enabling further career avenues such as a Nurse, Podiatrist or Midwife.

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Disclaimer

Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic English and Maths skills are required, otherwise no specific qualifications are required.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Torbay Hospital

Newton Road

Torquay

Devon

TQ27AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Health Care Assistant 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.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• An understanding of working in a healthcare setting
• Vocational qualification at Level 2 or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge or personal care and related procedures

Desirable

• Experience of working in a care setting

Communication Skills

Essential

• Evidence of working in a team
• Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal 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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Avenue

Southend

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Healthcare Assistant to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Winchester, a category B prison located in Winchester.

HMP Winchester is a busy male prison with a capacity for 690 inmates. We are recruiting for a Substance Misuse Healthcare Assistant to support the wider team with tasks such as observations, second sign to support pharmacy, helping out with recovery and supporting with the wider ISMS Team.

Hours

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £31,789 per annum per annum.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

Desirable

• Please refer to job advert for personal specifications.

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

Romsey Rd

Winchester

Hampshire

SO22 5DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

HEALTH CARE ASSISSTANT / PHLEBOTOMIST

HOURS: 28 hours per week hours to be negotiated over 4 days

Job summary

Working under the direct supervision of the nurse practitioner and senior practice nurses and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.

Duties and responsibilities:

New patient health checks

ECG recording

Phlebotomy

Minor wound care under the direct supervision of the practice nurse

Flu vaccination and pneumococcal under PSD completed by GP

Chaperoning duties

Checking trollies in clinical rooms to ensure stock is in date and available for all clinicians

Check the emergency trolley weekly

To order pathology supplies and medical supplies.

Ensure stock rotation and recording of deliveries

Monitor fridge temp each morning on the remote website, in line with the cold chain policy

Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being

Helping 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

Assisting the admin in the booking of annual reviews and recall for new patient health checks

Confidentiality

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Health & Safety

The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness, and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines
• Responsible for the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements
• Management and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the practice, including provision, ordering, availability and ongoing correct usage by staff
• Responsible for hand hygiene across the practice
• Ownership of infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice
• Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses / training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across the clinical and patient process
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes
• Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that provision of hand cleansing facilities, wipes etc, is sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate.
• Safe management of sharps procedures including training, use, storage and disposal
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile, and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards / risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with other sector managers
• Undertaking periodic infection control training
• Routine management of own team / team areas, and maintenance of workspace standards
• Waste management including collection, handling, segregation, container management, storage and collection
• Spillage control procedures, management and training
• Decontamination control procedures, management and training, and equipment maintenance
• Maintenance of sterile environments
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional development

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication:

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Essential
• Previous experience working in a healthcare or patient-facing environment.
• Experience of taking blood samples independently and safely.
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and information governance.
• Ability to work independently within agreed competencies and recognise when clinical advice is required.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant/Phlebotomist within general practice or primary care.
• Experience using EMIS or a similar clinical system.
• Experience undertaking HCA procedures such as ECGs, blood pressure monitoring, NHS Health Checks, urinalysis, wound care and suture/staple removal.
• Experience of clinical stock management and maintaining clinical areas.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Caring, compassionate and patient-focused approach.
• Friendly, professional and approachable manner.
• Reliable, punctual and well organised.
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to support colleagues.
• Commitment to infection prevention and control, safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity.
• Willingness to undertake an appropriate DBS check.
• Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to work the hours required by the practice.

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential
• Competent and experienced in phlebotomy.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.
• Basic IT skills.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory and role-specific training.
• Willingness to maintain and develop competencies relevant to the HCA role.

Desirable

• Desirable
• Care Certificate, Healthcare Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Relevant clinical training and competency certificates.
• Training in ECGs, NHS Health Checks, wound care, suture/staple removal, urinalysis and blood pressure monitoring.

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

Elizabeth House Medical Practice

Address

Elizabeth House Medical

515 Limpsfield Road

Warlingham

Surrey

CR6 9LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English C or above
• Educated to NVQ Level 2 in a relevant subject or Equivalent
• IT Literacy skills
• Venepuncture trained or willingness to undertake training on appointment
• Able to travel across the City and County south peripherals
• Experience of working in a NHS clinic / NHS surgery
• Essential oral and written communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of Contraception and Sexual health screening
• Safeguarding procedures
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of healthcare providers.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent Team working skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of health care providers

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

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Florence Nightingale community hospital

London Road

Derby

DE12QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist patients in meeting their hygiene needs and carry out all aspects of personal care and grooming (to include emptying catheter bags).

Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained.

Support of patients in managing incontinence.

Measures patient fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts and reports information to Registered Nurse.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 2

Experience

Essential

• Suitable work / life experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in a caring role

Knowledge

Desirable

• Basic Computer Skills

Skills

Essential

• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting

Other

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly in written & spoken word

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree

Longmoor lane

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Robyn Clough Position: Senior Genetic Technologist Email: [email protected]

Permanent Position

Genomics

Band 5, 37.5hours per week, full time

Join us to make a meaningful difference to patients’ lives.

If your passion is science and you want to be at the forefront of improving outcomes for patients, then there’s no better place to be.

We are currently recruiting for dedicated individuals to join our growing team in the

genomics central laboratory at St James’s University Hospital, as a Healthcare Science Associate.

Working closely with colleagues at Leeds and across the wider North East and Yorkshire

(NEY) region, applicants should have experience of:

• A broad range of diagnostic techniques, including cell culture, FISH, DNA extraction, Next generation sequencing (NGS) and PCR
• Have attained competencies in a range of basic and complex techniques used in a genetics laboratory.
• Be able to maintain a high level of accuracy and reliability in defined routine, preparative and associated procedures.
• Be able to show some level of knowledge of analytical and interpretation techniques.
• Ideally applicants will have previous experience in a diagnostic laboratory and have completed or be working towards registration with the AHCS or HCPC.

The successful candidate will need to work in a fast-paced environment, completing work at short notice and delivering the tight deadlines. This role requires excellent communication skills, good manual dexterity and a high level of attention to detail. By working to strict deadlines within established systems and procedures, the successful applicant will demonstrate excellent organisational skills, technical and analytical skill and flexibility. The post holder should have the ability to use their initiative and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

The post holder will be required to work 37.5 hours per week full-time and contribute to out-of-hour’s rotas including weekends and bank holidays as required.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please click apply to view applicant criteria

Desirable

• Please click apply to view applicant criteria

Experience

Essential

• Please click apply to view applicant criteria

Desirable

• Please click apply to view applicant criteria

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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

At the direction of the Registered Nurse participate fully in the delivery of planned nursing care and following competency assessment use advanced clinical skills such as venepuncture, catheterisation aseptic technique, wound care ,peg feeds and syringe driver monitoring

Participate in the ongoing assessment of patients care needs

Assist the RGN in the evaluation of care and maintain accurate patients charts as appropriate

Involve patients and carers/relatives in the delivery of care.

Provide reassurance support to patients and carers/families.

Work collaboratively with others in the hospice to ensure that patients needs are met.

Recognise and respond appropriately to difficult situations.

Undertake transfer and escort of patients as appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 3

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in hospital setting working at NVQ level 2

Knowledge

Essential

• Reputation for high standard of patient care

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting
• Basic Computer Skills

Other

Essential

• Supportive of colleagues and patients

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 University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ROTYAL LIVERPOOL HOSPITAL

MOUNT VERNON STREER

LIVERPOOL

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Experience

Essential

• GCSE in maths and English language or minimum of Key Skills Level 1 in literacy and numeracy.
• Experience in working in a team
• Experience of working with the public and demonstrating strong customer care skills

Desirable

• Health care / caring experience
• NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare

Knowledge

Essential

• Understands the job role
• Knowledge of the principles of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
• Demonstrates an understanding of the need for patient focused care
• Awareness of physical, psychological, cultural and social needs of patients
• Understanding of the need for respect, trust, courtesy and effective communication with both patients and staff

Desirable

• Knowledge of infection control procedures
• Knowledge and experience in the use of ICTpackages

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal communication
• Clear written communication
• Able to organise own workload
• Ability to work under supervision
• Able to use own initiative
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills
• Able to work calmly within the pressured environment
• Able to work well within a diverse team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

St Bartholomew's Hospital

West Smithfield

London

EC1A 7BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy within the job description attached

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Suitable work/life experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in a caring role

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrates a willingness and capability to undertake NVQ Level 2

Knowledge

Desirable

• Basic Computer Skills

Skills

Essential

• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting

Other

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly in written & spoken word

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 University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist patients in meeting their hygiene needs and carry out all aspects of personal care and grooming (to include emptying catheter bags). Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained. Support of patients in managing incontinence. Measures patients fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts and reports information to Registered nurse Preparation and serving of patients meals, drinks and snacks. Assisting / feeding patients as necessary. Assist patients in completing menu forms and liaise with the Catering Department with regard to the number of meals needed. Reports patients dietary intake as indicated in the patients plan of care Carry out any movement and handling within the safe practice guidelines from mandatory training and in relation to the patients manual handling plan. Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances as directed by individual care plans. Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patients plan of care. Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing. Escorting patients to clinical departments within the hospital Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices. General observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 2

Experience

Essential

• Suitable work / life experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in a caring role

Knowledge

Desirable

• Basic Computer Skills

Skills

Essential

• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting

Other

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly in written & spoken word

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 University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an ambition to become a truly lived experience inclusive employer, changing how we approach staff experience and value personal stories our colleagues bring with them.

We welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who belong to LGBTQIA+ Community and are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and Asexual, people with a disability, neurodivergent applicants and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.

Person Specification

NVQ level 3 or equivalant

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalant
• OR Student studying final year of the Registered Nursing Degree
• OR NHS Care Certificate or relevant clinical experience.

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstration of experience of working with people with complex health needs, in a health or social care setting.
• Understanding and application of confidentiality
• Experience of nursing practice and clinical procedures.
• Knowledge of nursing standards gained through qualification or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Knowledge or experience of working within a prison or secured environment setting.
• Experience in using SystmOne.
• Experience in responding to emergency situations.
• Experience of work in a multi-disciplinary team setting.

Skills

Essential

• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team, maintaining effective working relationships and mitigating conflict

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

Spectrum Community Health CIC

Address

HMP Humber

Sands Lane

Everthorpe

HU15 2JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://spectrum-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Under the local supervision of a Registered Biomedical Scientist:

• Sample receipt and handing.
• Sample preparation and reagent preparation following protocols.
• Clerical duties, including use of computers, and data entry, telephone enquiries.
• Provide results service to wards, GPs and other hospitals
• Dealing with patients, visitors and deliveries.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate stock levels, receipt of deliveries and preparation of orders.
• Cleaning and disinfection of equipment and laboratory areas.
• Monitoring and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Perform basic manual and automated tests according to protocols.
• Disposal of tissue and patient samples in accordance with relevant guidelines
• Autoclaving of waste material and patient samples (involves moderate lifting).
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with Laboratory Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Processing specimens, sub culturing of specimens, cleaning and maintenance of equipment, assisting BMS staff in analytical techniques, and use of automated equipment within Containment Level 3 laboratory.
• To participate in Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities and assist the department in maintaining UKAS Accreditation.
• To participate in audit processes, drug trials, research projects as required.
• Job Holder is expected to occasionally work under remote supervision of a Registered Biomedical Scientist following defined SOP/protocols and would be expected to refer non routine issues to their supervisor.
• Assistance with training of junior HSSW staff and trainee BMS staff.
• Preparation of samples prior to sending away to reference laboratories.

Essential Criteria

• GCSE grade C or above in Maths & English or equivalent experience working in a laboratory
• Experience of using computerised data systems
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety
• Previous experience working in an administrative environment
• Previous experience of using computerised data systems
• Experience of manual handling task

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience of working in a microbiology laboratory
• Previous experience of working in a health care environment
• Knowledge of laboratory consumables

Selection Process Details This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

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

• Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application)
• 750 word supporting statement.

This should outline how you consider your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please be advised you will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV.

Healthjobs UK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 750 words. We will not consider any words over 750.

Longlisting:

In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

1. Meets all essential criteria
2. Meets some essential criteria
3. Meets no essential criteria

If used, the pile(s) Meets all essential criteria will proceed to shortlisting.

Shortlisting:

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

• GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English or equivalent experience working in a laboratory

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

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

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2: Interview

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You will be invited to a face to face interview at UK Health Security Agency Public Health Laboratory Birmingham, Heartlands Hospital, Bordesley Green East, Birmingham, B9 5ST.

If face to face interviews are planned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview.

Behaviours and Strengths will be tested at interview.

The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be:

• Seeing the big picture
• Communicating and influencing
• Working together (Lead behaviour)
• Delivering at pace

Strengths will be assessed via strength based questions.

Interviews dates are to be confirmed.

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

Location

This role is being offered as laboratory based at our site in Birmingham.

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

Please note, there is no hybrid working available for this role.

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

Eligibility Criteria

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

Salary Information

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

Person Specification

Application form and Supporting Statement

Essential

• Application form and Supporting Statement

Behaviours

Essential

• Seeing the big picture
• Communication and influencing
• Working together - Lead
• Delivering at pace

Strengths

Essential

• Strength based questions

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Laboratory

Birmingham

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties of the Job

The successful candidate will

Undertake new patient health checks

Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes

Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately

Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly

Carry out BMI checks as directed

Act as a chaperone as required

When trained, undertake venepuncture

When trained, administer flu vaccinations

Support infection prevention and control IPC standards

Maintain accurate clinical records using appropriate coding systems

Carry out ECGs as requested

When trained, to carry out ABPI

When trained, to carry our FENO testing

Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation

Provide support during Coil and Minor Ops clinics as required

Ensure clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session

Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team MDT and wider PCN

Recognise clinical boundaries and refer appropriately to GPs or other professionals

Support the delivery of QOF targets and enhanced services

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of HCA Care Certificate
• Competence in core skills, venepuncture, blood pressure monitoring, ECG recording
• Ability to work within a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Experience working as a Health Care Assistant in Primary Care
• Understanding of safeguarding and clinical governance
• IT proficiency and ability to maintain accurate clinical records

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

Putneymead Group Medical Practice

Address

266 Upper Richmond Road

Putney

London

SW15 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As a healthcare Assistant you will be expected to work within our dedicated multi-disciplinary teams and be involved in providing individualised care whilst contributing to the safety and cleanliness of the environment and keeping good documentation.

Communication

• To communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• To carry out routine administrative/telephone related tasks.
• To communicate effectively when giving/receiving verbal and written information.

Responsibility for Patient Care

• Under the supervision of a registered nurse to assist with patient care activities.
• To maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• To carry out any tasks required to maintain the safety, cleanliness and tidiness of the ward area.
• To carry out duties as required, meeting all aspects of ward care.
• To carry out routine household management/maintenance activities.
• To maintain patient dignity.
• Work closely with other healthcare professionals in order to provide patients with exceptional care.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary.

In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare organisation.
• Experience of caring for patients.

Desirable

• Experience of supporting Quality Improvement /audits / research and development activities

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Computer skills.
• Able to work on own initiative in delivery patient care, following direction by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.

Desirable

• Venepuncture & Cannulation

Qualifications

Essential

• Functional skills minimum Level 2 Maths and English or GCSE equivalent or working towards.
• Completed the National Care Certificate
• Worked at a band 2 Health Care Assistant level or equivalent

Desirable

• Working towards or prepared to work towards obtaining an Apprenticeship in Clinical Healthcare.

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness and understanding of importance of confidentiality
• 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

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward D6, Stepping Hill Hospital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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