Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will have and be able to demonstrate:

• Excellent customer service skills. Previous NHS GP Practice experience is desirable but not essential; We are looking for the right person to join our dedicated team
• Friendly and approachable manner;
• Experience of working in a team;
• Good telephone manner;
• Professionalism;
• A can do attitude;
• Adept in using own initiative when working alone;
• Experience of working in a busy environment;
• The ability to multitask and prioritise effectively whilst staying calm under pressure;
• Has a good understanding of confidentiality;
• Flexibility in working pattern and duties;
• Ability to cope with and manage change;
• Computer literate. SystmOne and Accurx familiarity is desirable but training will be provided.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE- A* to C (or equivalent)
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer facing role
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice
• SystmOne and Accurx familiarity is desirable but training will be provided

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Richmond Medical Centre

Address

462 Richmond Road

Sheffield

S13 8NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree and Licence to Practise from the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
• Current registered membership of HCPC and RCSLT

Experience

Essential

• Experience of supporting CYP, families and schools in line with the Children and Families Act 2014 including contribution to statutory assessments (Education Health and Care Plan Needs Assessments), contribution to the annual review process and delivery of SLT provision as specified in Education health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Collaborative work with parents and other professionals
• Experience Training others

Desirable

• Interest to develop clinical specialism in education
• Training/experience of supporting students and more junior qualified therapists including provision of supervision and line management

Skills

Essential

• Excellent Interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy
• Excellent communication /presentation skills verbal and written
• Understanding of typical child development Speech and Language, Play and other milestones
• Good working knowledge of appropriate range of assessments and interventions for school aged CYP with Speech, Language and Communication needs and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits to individual CYP
• Understanding and application of Education Practice and Policy including the Children and Families Act 2014
• Awareness of national policies and procedures (relevant to the Education)
• Good team working
• Ability to deal with conflict and good problem-solving skills

Key Attributes

Essential

• Able to maintain prolonged concentration in order to assess the speech, language and communication skills of CYP using formal and informal assessments

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Woodfield Road Medical Centre and Mainstream Schools within Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea

Woodfield Road

W9 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Registered Nurse at level 1
• *Current NMC registration
• *Post registration course in Diabetes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth)

Milton Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Overall Purpose of the Post

The Nursing Associate will provide a bridge between underserved communities and established healthcare services.

By being based within Maundy Relief and supported clinically by an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, the postholder will provide an accessible healthcare presence for people who may otherwise experience barriers to care.

The role will focus on prevention, early identification of health needs, appropriate clinical intervention, health promotion, care navigation and re-engagement with mainstream health services, supporting the wider ambition of the Hyndburn Central Primary Care Network to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes across Core20PLUS populations.

Please refer to the attached job description for further information

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working within a health or care setting.
• Experience providing direct patient care.
• Understanding of health promotion and wellbeing, including Making Every Contact Count.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience working within primary care or community healthcare.
• Experience working with people experiencing health inequalities.
• Experience working with people affected by homelessness, deprivation or social exclusion.
• Experience supporting people with mental health, learning disability, substance misuse or complex social needs.
• Experience working with voluntary and community-sector organisations.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Associate on the NMC register.
• Educated to a minimum level 5 foundation degree specific to nursing associate practice.
• GCSE level 4-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.

Desirable

• Care Certificate
• Training in trauma-informed care.
• Training in smoking cessation or health promotion.
• Training relating to mental health, substance misuse or co-occurring conditions.
• Additional training relevant to inclusion health, health inequalities or community healthcare

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding of the scope and professional boundaries of the Nursing Associate role.
• Ability to work effectively under appropriate supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work independently within defined parameters.
• Understanding of when to seek advice from the ANP or another registered healthcare professional.
• Ability to recognise clinical deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Understanding of holistic, person-centred care.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people who may have experienced barriers to healthcare.
• Understanding of health inequalities and the wider determinants of health.
• Awareness of Core20PLUS and inclusion health principles.
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children.
• Understanding of evidence-based practice.
• Ability to participate in reflective practice and clinical supervision.
• Appropriate IT and clinical record-keeping skills.
• Good time-management and organisational skills.
• Ability to deal with a non-routine and potentially unpredictable community workload.
• A compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental approach.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Alliance

Address

Acorn Centre

421 blackburn Road

Accrington

BB5 1RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Podiatry or equivalent Podiatry-specific qualification
• Full HCPC registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Andover War Memorial Hospital

Charlton Road

Andover

Hampshire

SP10 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For details of this exciting role, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• BEng/BSc (Hons) in a Building Services Engineering qualification (or circa 3 years of experience working in an engineering management role).
• IOSH.
• Current or Previous AP appointment/training in healthcare or other sectors (Water, Ventilation, Pressures systems etc)

Desirable

• Management qualification.
• NEBOSH.
• P405 Asbestos Management.
• Delta Controls Building Management Systems training or equivalent .
• Suitable Masters Level qualification (or circa 3 more years of experience working in an engineering role on completion of Bachelors degree).

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate significant experience in working with commercial heating, plumbing and ventilation systems, both in terms of maintenance and installation work.
• Substantial specialist knowledge and practical experience in the NHS estates mechanical engineering functions.
• A proven commitment to the efficient and effective management of maintenance within the built environment.
• A strong working knowledge of Healthcare Technical Memorandums and Healthcare Building Notes.
• Experience of working as an Authorised Person in 2 or more mechanical areas.
• Highly computer literate, using Computer Aided Facilities Management software to manage and complete jobs, Microsoft Office to complete work tasks and AutoCAD to update drawings as required.

Desirable

• Significant experience of introducing innovative technology into estates to solve technical issues.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Able to manage highly complex, sensitive or contentious information appropriately, either singly or in groups of managers/clinicians.
• Able to source information to understand how to correctly install materials and carry out installation work.
• Knowledgeable with regards to the statutory requirements that apply to installation work and able to find relevant information in documents when required.
• A thorough knowledge of mechanical construction standards, regulations and requirements.
• Able to exercise effective functional management over teams that do not directly come under line management.
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings within area of expertise.

Desirable

• A strong understanding of estates asset management processes.
• A strong understanding of Building Management Systems and how to interrogate them for fault finding purposes.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Enthusiastic, highly motivated and able to determine priorities and achieve them using initiative and with minimal external input.
• Able to develop and maintain relationships across a wide range of managers and staff at all levels of the Group.
• Able to adapt communication style to the subject and audience, showing an ability to tailor and convey complex messages which may be unpopular.
• Able to manage own workload and act completely independently, without regular supervision or management.
• Self-confident, willing to raise contentious issues whilst listening to others and to deal with sensitive issues in an empathetic manner.
• Able to lead, motivate and co-ordinate a team as required.
• Able to develop relationships outside of the Group, including networking with estates colleagues at other Trusts to share best practise.
• Able to operate with high integrity in the work environment.
• Flexible and able to adapt to change quickly.

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

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

DSFS - Chesterfield Royal Hospital

Top Road

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about job descriptions and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• FRCOph or equivalent
• Full registration with General Medical Council

Desirable

• MD, PhD or other higher degree
• Education / Medical Education Qualification (preferably at Masters level)
• Completion of specialty training (or within 6 months of AAC)

Teaching and audit

Essential

• Experience of Audit and Quality Improvement
• Experience of Teaching Junior Staff
• Experience of Undergraduate Teaching

Desirable

• Experience in Curriculum development and delivery

Academic Achievements and Research

Desirable

• A specialist interest in a specialist area to complement the other consultants in the department
• Publications in recognised journals

Interpersonal skills

Essential

• Evidence of leadership
• 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).

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

Northampton General Hospital

Billing Road

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN ROLE AND PURPOSE OF THE POST

This role is within the Clinical Admin Team, who support all aspects of patient care across the company. The Admin Assistant is a developmental role. They will be expected to develop the skills necessary to work in all aspects of the admin team.

Provide admin support to all clinical areas of the company.

Be a first point of contact for patients.

Assist patients to access the services that they need.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities described below are those of the clinical admin team.

Access

Answer the telephone as a priority and respond to the caller in an appropriate manner.

Man the reception desk. Book appointment, signpost to other services and support patients care.

Data Flow

Action all incoming data received through electronic transfer, e-mail and post. Ensure that it is coded and reviewed by an appropriate clinician.

Action outgoing data through electronic transfer, e-mail, sms message or post.

Clinical Support

Action tasks from the clinical team.

Administer the recall system for patients with long term conditions.

Monitor the uptake of all screening programmes and manage additional recalls as required.

Apply clinical coding to patient records as appropriate.

Update the Open Exeter system.

Monitor the childhood immunisation status of all children and liaise with the Child Health Department as necessary.

Maintain waiting lists of patients for specialist clinics and ensure that they are given appropriate appointments.

Outgoing Information

Ensure that referrals are processed in accordance with national timelines and liaise with the referral management centre as necessary.

Audio type patient referrals and submit them through the E-Referral system.

Deal with any referral queries from clinicians and patients.

Assist patients where necessary to make outpatient appointments.

Action requests for medical reports including liaising with patients to confirm consent is obtained and finance to confirm payment is received.

Action Subject Access Requests in line with GDPR legislation.

Patient records

Action applications for registrations ensuring that patients provide all necessary information and are made aware of consent to share information and on-line access to records.

Action the transfer of patient records, electronically and in hardcopy.

Summarise hardcopy records to ensure the electronic record is complete.

Ensure that SystmOne is reconciled to PCSE through GP Links.

Return hardcopy records to PCSE for patients who are no longer registered.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Confidentiality

You shall comply with the General Data Protection Regulations when processing personal data for patients and staff.

You must be aware of the Caldicott Principles as they affect your work. You can address any questions in relation to this to your line manager.

Any data breaches should be reported immediately to the Data Protection Officer.

All enquiries from the media must be referred to a Director.

Health and Safety

All employees have a statutory duty of care for the safety of themselves and others. Employees are required to report any hazards as soon as they are identified.

All staff must contribute to the management of risk. This requires them to assess the risk in all situations, take of appropriate actions to mitigate any risks identified and report all hazards, incidents and near misses.

All building occupied by staff are non-smoking environments. No-one may smoke or vape in the building. Staff who smoke or vape outside the buildings should cover their uniform.

Flexibility Statement

The content of this Job Description represents an outline of the post only and is therefore not a precise catalogue of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to be flexible and subject to amendment in the light of changing circumstances and following consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Received a basic education
• English Language GCSE at grade C or above or equivalent

Desirable

• Hold ECDL or other IT qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Excellent keyboard skills
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office
• Understand patient confidentiality
• Experience of managing an e-mail account
• Be confident to speak to people both in person and on the telephone.
• Be non-judgemental
• Flexible and able to adapt to change
• Able to prioritise workload
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal development
• Have worked in a team
• Have experience of face to face or telephone contact with the public

Desirable

• Experience of SystmOne or another clinical system
• Experience of audio typing
• Demonstrate and understanding of data protection
• Understand READ coding
• Have worked in a health setting
• Have a clinical background

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

The Whalebridge Practice

Address

Great Western Surgery

Farriers Close

Swindon

SN1 2QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sparcells-surgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role also provides opportunities for continued professional development. You will be expected to maintain your HCPC registration through CPD, participate in relevant training and development activities, and contribute to the training and competency assessment of Biomedical Scientists, support staff and other healthcare professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your technical, scientific and leadership skills within a busy and innovative Clinical Biochemistry service using modern laboratory automation.

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• An Honours degree or equivalent in a biological Science
• HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist
• Hold the IBMS Specialist Diploma in relevant discipline or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Proven experience post HCPC registration in the relevant discipline
• Excellent working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Knowledge of health and safety issues
• Experience of quality management systems

Desirable

• Experience in using Beckman DXA5000, AU5800, DXI9000, DXone

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Practical specialist analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
• Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to follow written methodologies or protocols
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
• Intermediate level of computer skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Use of enhanced pathology computer systems

Other relevant

Essential

• Good hand eye co-ordination
• Able to perform light physical work.
• Capable of intense periods of concentration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

Wrythe Lane

Carshalton

SM5 1AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.

Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full.

Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are patient-centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individuals contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment.

We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:

Hywel Dda in three Counties: https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY

Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Entry on the GP Register
• Full registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council
• MRCGP
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice / Certificate Confirming Eligibility for General Practice Registration (CEGPR), or equivalent
• Included on a Medical Performers List or eligible
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Conducting sessions in a General Practice Setting

Desirable

• Additional Higher qualification(s)

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Broad based experience within the specialty area
• Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post
• Experience of leading a team

Desirable

• Previous experience working in the UK or NHS

Teaching

Essential

• Ability to critically assess learning requirements for self and others
• Evidence of organising programmes and teaching all staff groups
• Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff

Desirable

• Teaching qualification

Research and Scholarship

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of current research and best practice in the specialty area
• Evidence of keeping up to date with current research and best practice
• Evidence of locating and using clinical guidelines appropriately
• Evidence of communicating and interpreting research evidence in a meaningful way

Desirable

• Active participation in research

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Understanding of the role of Clinical Governance
• Participation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
• Knowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process

Desirable

• Knowledge of risk management

Safeguarding

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of safeguarding requirements and takes appropriate responsibility
• Evidence of applying appropriate equality and diversity legislation

Other

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously and be responsible for actions
• Ability to work flexibly
• Ability to remain calm whilst working under pressure
• Undertake responsibility for leading and supervising a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team-working skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Meddygfa Penrhyn

Cysgod-yr-Eglwys

Solva

SA62 6TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read theCandidate Guide to Values Based Recruitment. This document provides you with information to help you apply.

The post is to cover a period of maternity leave for up to 12 months on a fixed term contract.

LYPFT offer a revised and increased starting salary for newly appointed consultants to the Trust. All newly appointed will be started on £120,249 at pay point 05.

We recruit people based on their values and qualifications (where required) and believe that their lived experience is an advantage, this means that together we are as diverse as the communities we care for. Simply put, when we employ caring people who act with integrity and have the right skills, we can give those with mental health challenges, learning disabilities and neurodiversity high-quality care and support to live fulfilling lives, and make our staff feel purposeful, happy and valued.

All our information is available in accessible formats. Please contact the Recruitment team [email protected]

Attached to this advert is our candidates guide to values-based recruitment and supporting guidance on how to make a successful application.

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Recruitment Team or see the attached candidate guide to reasonable adjustments.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB or equivalent, GMC registration and license to practice

Experience

Essential

• Experience of forensic Psychiatry.

Communication skills

Essential

• MDT working skills and evidence on application of good communication skills

Other

Essential

• On the specialist register via CCT or CESR

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newsam Centre

Seacroft Hospital

Leeds

LS14 6WB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 28th September 2026

Closing date: 11th October 2026

Shortlisting date: 16th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• We are kind
• We are open
• We are inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)
• Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Demonstrable experience of working in a patient care/health related role
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
• Experience of working in a team

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Experience of supporting junior staff and learners
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT 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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 28th September 2026

Closing date: 7th October 2026

Shortlisting date: 8th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• We are kind
• We are open
• We are inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or equivalent level qualification e.g. foundation degree or NVQ level 3 Health & Social Care qualification
• Courses relating to diploma/NVQ 3 Health & Social Care

Knowledge

Essential

• Relevant experience to diploma level/NVQ level 3
• Knowledge of multi -agency health & social care pathways
• Recent experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Evidence of the delivery of compassionate care
• Experience of audit

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills & effective record management
• Ability to manage time and priorities effectively
• Excellent IT skills

Other

Essential

• Demonstrate care and compassionate approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Registered nurse on parts 1 or 12 of NMC register

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth)

Milton Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

To be responsible for verifying, entering, maintaining and accessing accurate and timely information on the Trust Personnel System (ESR), ensuring it complies with Trust Policies, NHS Employers Terms & Conditions, Local agreements and Legal Regulations, working closely with the Healthroster Team, Trust Managers, Finance and especially Recruitment, Payroll and Medical Staffing to ensure that staff salaries are paid correctly and on time.

To act as the first point of contact for end users of ESR suite of systems, dealing with first line support queries, both over phone and email, and to provide a friendly, welcoming, and efficient customer service to all staff, managers and visitors or callers.

To assist ESR Manager in the provision of in-house maintenance, training and first line support for ESR modules.

To contribute to the delivery of high-quality training on ESR for the Trust, making recommendations for the development, design & adaptation of training materials.

To have a good understanding of HR Policies and Procedures and provide staff with basic advice and support through the dedicated ESR service desk.

• To work closely within the Human Resources Operations team to ensure stored information on ESR is the highest possible quality.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• To be responsible for verifying Workforce forms for newly appointed (eg. TUPE) or internally promoted employees and any other form introducing changes to Terms and Conditions of Employment for existing staff on a daily basis, saving all forms in relevant shared/personal files.
• To be responsible for entering the data from the aforementioned forms onto ESR system accurately and timely on a daily basis working closely with Recruitment team and Payroll to ensure pay cycle deadlines are met and staff are paid correctly and timely.
• To provide basic advice to managers and staff on the Trusts ESR and Expenses Systems, via the dedicated Workforce inbox, referring complex queries appropriately to the ESR Manager.
• To have a good working knowledge of the NHS terms and conditions of service, and of Trust HR Policies and procedures.
• To assist managers in the resolution of pay impacting queries in relation to ESR and Expenses.
• To be responsible for verifying and entering leavers details on ESR system on a daily basis, including checking annual leave entitlement and contractual hours (Net Hours, Hours Left), ensuring the accuracy of the information to avoid overpayments.
• To be responsible for initiating Inter Authority Transfers, via ESR to request service details for employees on ad-hoc, in order to verify service and adjust annual leave, where appropriate.
• To be responsible for issuing and sending amendment to contracts containing the appropriate changes to Terms and Conditions of Employment, including Retire and Return contracts.
• To liaise with managers, payroll, HRBPs and Recruitment with regards to any queries politely advising on the relevant issues.
• To liaise with managers advising them of expiry dates for Fixed Term Contracts, Allowances and any temporary changes raising memos/forms for managers to complete ratifying or amending original arrangements.
• To liaise with managers and HRBP Team in relation to DBS, Right to Work Permits and Visas due to expire in accordance with standard operating procedure to include Employer Checking Service requests as necessary.
• To keep up-to-date details of professional registrations and expiry/renewal dates for all staff required to hold a professional registration. To liaise with the relevant professional bodies regularly to verify registration renewal in accordance with national requirements and Trust Policies. To inform the relevant manager of any employees registration which has lapsed and to follow up advising of most appropriate action and chasing progress regularly.
• To provide advice and guidance to staff, managers and other members of the workforce team on NHS Employers terms and conditions and workforce/pay related issues as and when required, only referring complex matters to ESR Manager.
• To assist ESR manager in the provision of protection of earnings estimates and advice as and when required.
• To report any ESR faults to ESR Manager and implement recommended action as directed where possible.
• To assist the ESR Manager in the implementation of any new software releases/developments.
• To assist other members of the team in maintaining the accuracy of work structures, locations, payslip delivery points, signatory list and establishment Information on ESR system making any necessary amendments as required and notifying other users.
• To have sufficient knowledge of other systems used within the department i.e. TRAC, NHS Jobs, Healthroster, etc to obtain any information necessary to own role.
• To assist ESR Manager and analyst with distribution of reports or mail shots to the relevant Trust managers/staff.
• To provide support to the team, performing any other duties consistent with the banding of this post.
• To ensure all reference requests received are responded to promptly and accurately.
• To re-issue any lost/faded ID Badges as required.
• To ensure the widow/widower are setup in ESR to make specific payments to a beneficiary.
• Maintain working relationships with Trust Management team to ensure that the Trusts workforce information obligations are met.
• Negotiation and persuasion required when dealing when managers as their co-operation is essential.
• To respond to queries in the ESR service desk.
• To be a key point of contact for any communication related to the ESR system, providing first line system support.
• To promote ESR positively within the organisation and utilise different methods of communication, as appropriate.
• To encourage and persuade managers and staff to utilise the system effectively, sensitively dealing with any difficulties they are encountering, providing clear guidance and support.
• To be able to communicate complex information in a straightforward, sometimes simplified format, ensuring style is adapted to the audiences capabilities and knowledge.
• To share knowledge with the team in a timely way, promoting best practice and improved ways of working.
• To respond to general enquiries from individuals and requests for information from external bodies where appropriate (including Tax Office, Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Fraud) using initiative and judgement and ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and the Trust Confidentiality Policy.
• To extensively utilise IT systems on a day to day basis.
• To manage, maintain and be a super-user of ESR.
• Run reports from ESR, as required.
• To ensure paperwork is filed appropriately and in a timely way.
• To maintain confidentiality of own work, security of files and ensure all relevant policies, procedures and legislation relating to personal data are complied with.
• In the course of your employment with Oxleas NHS Trust you may handle confidential personal information concerning either patients or staff which may be held by the Trust. You must not read, discuss, disclose or pass on confidential information unless it is necessary in the pursuance of your legitimate duties.
• To have a good understanding of the key aspects of the Data Protection Act.
• Unauthorised disclosure of such information will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter. In addition, it is important that you realise that if this confidentiality is breached, this may result in civil proceedings or a criminal prosecution.
• This confidentiality must continue at all times and this agreement will continue beyond your period of employment with Oxleas.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience / good understanding of systems

Experience

Desirable

• An interest in automations and continuous improvement

Experience

Desirable

• Healthroster / ESR / Workforce / Other similar system 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.

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

Pinewood House

Pinewood Place

Dartford

DA2 7WG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information, regarding the role please see the attached trust job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Once you understand the requirements outlined in the advert, please ensure your application clearly reflects where you match them including any examples you would like to highlight.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• oEvidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
• oA complete and accurate application
• oSuitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
• oEvidence of essential experience for role
• oMeet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
• oHold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
• oEvidence of the Trust values and behaviours
• oEvidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification

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

Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

East Surrey Hospital

Canada Avenue

Redhill

RH1 5RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert for full details on the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 in Business Administration or Customer Service or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Level 2 in Word Processing and Text Production

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge of a range of routine administration procedures
• Knowledge of a range of software programmes, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Previous experience of working in an office environment and carrying out general officer procedures
• Previous experience of supervising a team
• Previous experience of working with general public

Desirable

• Knowledge of other Microsoft packages
• Experience of SystmOne functions
• Previous NHS experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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,

Goodhart Road,

Hull

HU7 4DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Outpatients Staff Nurse - Band 5 Department: Plastics and Reconstructive Outpatients Department Salary: £38,950 - £49,172 Location: 5 Devonshire Place, London Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Shift Pattern: Monday to Saturday, including early and late shifts and occasional Saturday half days Contract: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract, starting February 2027 Join our specialist Outpatients team on a 12-month fixed term contract starting in February 2027. Do you have experience in plastics, aesthetics or reconstructive surgery and enjoy supporting patients before and after treatment? You will work alongside leading plastic surgeons, helping patients feel informed, reassured and well cared for throughout their treatment. This is an opportunity to develop your specialist skills and become part of a close, supportive team. If you would like to continue your career at The London Clinic, you can apply for internal opportunities towards the end of your contract. A little about the role We are a close and supportive team made up of a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Outpatients Sister, Healthcare Assistants and Consultants. Together, we provide safe, individualised care for patients attending for plastic and reconstructive surgery. You will assess patients, plan and deliver their care, support them before and after procedures, and use your clinical judgement when concerns need investigation or escalation. As your experience grows, we will support you to develop the confidence and skills to take charge of the department when required. What you'll be doing

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Current NMC registration as an Adult Nurse.

Experience

Essential

• * Outpatient experience and confidence providing pre and post-operative surgical care.
• * Evidence of autonomous clinical practice, continuing professional development and confidence using electronic patient 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.

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The London Clinic

Address

20 Devonshire Place

Marylebone

W1G 6BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person Specification

Education /Qualification

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHP with UK HCPC registration
• Evidence of active CPD portfolio
• Relevant Post graduate training

Desirable

• Membership of the British Association of Occupational Therapists (BAOT)
• Training in appraisal/supervision
• Post graduate qualification in specialist area at a masters or equivalent level in specialist field

Experience

Essential

• Appropriate clinical experience post registration (including experience of working in rehabilitation at Senior level)
• Experience as an OT in at least two of the following areas: People with conditions affecting physical function, cognition, againg
• Being involved with assessment and implementation of minor and major adaptations to a persons home on the grounds of disability
• General rehabilitation and falls management
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of supervising staff and / or students
• NHS experience

Desirable

• Experience of research and clinical audit
• Experience of working with social services
• Experience in setting up and running activity based group programme

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of people with complex multi-pathologies
• Ability to apply core Occupational Therapy skills across a range of clinical conditions within a client centred, goal setting approach
• Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning
• Advanced communication and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format
• Skills in supervision and appraisal of assistants, junior therapists & students
• Presentation skills appropriate for teaching of junior staff, students & peers within an in-service training setting
• Computer literacy - Working knowledge of MS Office applications Personal and professional responsibility
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of complex medical conditions and applicable rehabilitation
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant NICE and RCOT clinical guidelines
• Knowledge of outcome measures and evidence-based practice associated with people with physical disabilities
• Knowledge of recent national policies and legislation relating to health and social care provision

Other

Essential

• Able to provide evidence of where you have demonstrated the Trust's Values and Behaviours
• Able to work both independently, and with direct and indirect supervision.
• Able to meet the required IT Skills for the post
• Car Driver unless covered by Equality Act 2010
• Willingness to work flexibly at a variety of locations across the division/local area
• Able to be organized, prioritise and manage own time.
• Able to accept advice and feedback and to act upon this

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

St Peters Ward, Hemel Hempstead Hospital,

Hillfield Road

Hemel Hempstead

HP2 4AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Primary Care experience in a GP practice

Desirable

• Experience with primary care systems: SystmOne, AccuRX
• Experience of triage

Specific Skills/Competencies

Essential

• Knowledge of clinical governance
• Good organisational and IT skills desirable
• Will have excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to working as part of a team
• Will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Clear commitment to delivering quality and patient focused services

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Certificate and NPL registration (with no conditions preventing working or restrictions on practice).

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

South Wigston Health Centre

Address

South Wigston Health Centre

80 Blaby Road

Wigston

Leicestershire

LE18 4SE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.

If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Evidence of Bachelor's Degree (BSc) in Midwifery
• Professional midwifery knowledge gained through a degree, enhanced by specialist training, experience and CPD to master's level or equivalent.
• Evidence of professional registration and NMC pin as applicable to role

Desirable

• Safe Staffing Fellow

Clinical skills & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of national policy in relation to midwifery staffing. Ability to plan workforce and lead on both service delivery and development in response to evolving service needs
• Proven ability to analyse complex problems and to develop and successfully implement practical and workable solutions to address them.
• Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.

Desirable

• Ability to lead on and manage investigations / complaints

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

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kent and Canterbury Hospital

Ethelbert Road

Canterbury

CT1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or Equivalent in English.
• NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent.
• Evidence of continuous professional education.

Desirable

• RSA III typing or equivalent
• ECDL or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years previous experience as an administrator.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• A commitment to and an understanding of, Trust equality and diversity policy.
• A commitment to and an understanding of, the Trust confidentiality policy

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to mental health.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively, in person and on the telephone.
• Able to work independently and use own initiative.
• Able to prioritise and organise own workload.
• Able to work effectively with senior colleagues across a range of organisations.
• Excellent IT skills and computer literacy, including Microsoft Office (or equivalent), word processing, spread sheets, databases, PowerPoint, Internet and email.
• Advanced Keyboard Skills - Min typing speed 60wpm
• Audio/Copy Typing
• Proven record of good personal organisation.
• Data entry experience
• Filing
• Diary management
• Minute taking.
• Reprographic experience (photocopying)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a front line environment.
• Commitment to providing a high quality service at all times.
• Strong attention to detail
• Professional attitude to work.
• Able to work as part of a team
• Good working experience of diary management.
• Experience of taking minutes, some at senior level

Desirable

• Previous experience within the NHS
• Experience of working in a mental health setting.
• Experience on Power point.
• Choose & Book system.
• Rio or EMIS / Systm 1 (patient information systems)

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Smart appearance.
• Flexible approach to managing workload.
• Reliable.
• Tact and sensitivity when dealing with people who may be unwell.

Desirable

• Able to commit to providing cover for unplanned periods of absence. (sickness)

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

St Bernards

Uxbridge Road

London

UB1 3EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The 'must haves' for this role:

1. Postgraduate-level knowledge in a relevant subject, or equivalent specialist knowledge and experience in business analysis, project delivery, change management or service transformation.

2. Significant experience of analysing complex clinical, administrative or operational pathways and producing clear, quality-assured requirements or Process Definition Documents for technical teams.

3. Proven experience of delivering change, transformation or service improvement, including stakeholder engagement, communication, training, service readiness and adoption planning.

4. Line-management experience, with the ability to set objectives, manage workloads, develop staff and maintain clear standards for quality and delivery.

5. Strong leadership, communication, facilitation, negotiation and influencing skills, together with sound knowledge of project and change management.

6. Experience of working within governance, risk, quality assurance or audit requirements. Experience of intelligent automation, RPA, workflow automation or Power Platform would be advantageous.

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Jon Burton at [email protected] or on 0 118 206 5512 who'll be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• Educated to postgraduate level in a relevant subject, or able to demonstrate equivalent specialist knowledge and experience in business analysis, project delivery, change management or service transformation.
• Evidence of management development through a recognised qualification, formal training or equivalent practical management experience.
• PRINCE2, PRINCE2 Agile, Agile, Lean, Six Sigma or an equivalent project, change or improvement qualification. Demonstrate equivalent specialist knowledge and experience

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of recent and relevant continuing professional development, with a commitment to ongoing learning and keeping knowledge current in business analysis, project delivery, change management, governance and automation practice.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of analysing complex clinical, administrative, operational or patient-related pathways, and documenting clear business requirements.
• Line-management experience, including setting objectives, managing workloads, supporting staff development, providing feedback and addressing performance or conduct concerns fairly.

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

57-59 Bath Road, Reading RG30 2BA

Reading

RG30 2BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of a Receptionist in delivering health services. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Accurately detail information on patients records within the clinical system

b. Maintain and monitor the practice appointment system

c. Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments

1. Assist with total triage administration

e. Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately

f. Signpost patients to the correct service

g. Initiate contact with and respond to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies

h. Photocopy documentation as required

i. Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as required

j. Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary

k. Direct requests for information, i.e., DSAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms to the administrative team

l. Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner

m. Carry out system searches as requested

n. Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested

o. Undertake a broad spectrum of administrative duties commensurate with the role

p. Be an integral part of the general practice team

q. Act as a chaperone as required

r. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children

s. Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements

t. Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes

u. Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance

v. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times

w. Attend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of education with an expectation of having both GCSE Maths and English at Grade C (Level 4) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the general public

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Experience of administrative duties

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills and effective in communicating and understanding patient needs
• Competent in the use of MS Office and Outlook
• Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
• Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent communication skills and effective in communicating and understanding patient needs
• Clinical IT system user skills and the ability to record accurate notes
• Effectively utilise resources
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
• Knowledge of and ability to work to key policies and procedures

Desirable

• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• Good organisational skills
• Chaperone procedure
• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure

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

Gordon Street Surgery

Address

72 Gordon Street

Burton-on-trent

Staffordshire

DE14 2JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Job Summary:

Provide leadership and management skills to enable the practice to meet its agreed aims and objectives within a profitable, efficient, safe and effective working environment.

Also keeping the partners abreast of forthcoming changes in the NHS and giving them options for responding to change.

2. Job Responsibilities:

The post holder will:

2.1 Strategic Management and Planning

Keeping abreast of developments within the NHS that might impinge on the practice or individual partners and offering options for consideration by the partners, identifying potential threats and opportunities.

Contribute to practice strategy; formulate objectives and research and develop ideas for future practice development.

Develop and maintain effective communication both within the practice and with relevant outside agencies.

Prepare and annually update the Practice Development Plan, oversee the implementation of the aims and objectives.

Assess and evaluate accommodation requirements and manage development and expansion plans.

2.2 Human Resources

Oversee the recruitment and retention of staff and provide a general personnel management service.

Ensure that all staff are legally and gainfully employed. Monitor skill-mix and deployment of staff.

Manage staffing levels within target budgets.

Evaluate, organise and oversee staff induction and training and ensure that all staff are adequately trained to fulfil their role.

Develop and implement effective staff appraisal and monitoring systems.

Support and mentor staff, both as individuals and as team members

Implement effective systems for the resolution of disputes and grievances.

Keep abreast of changes in employment legislation.

Maintain up-to-date HR documentation (including job descriptions, employment contracts and employment policies)

Liaise closely with all other members of the Primary Health Care Team.

2.3 Budget and Financial Management.

Ensure good financial management of all practice funds and practice budgets, seeking to maximise income.

Through negotiation with the CCG and preparation and submission of regular development plans, ensure the practice receives an appropriate and equitable allocation of resources.

Understand and report on the financial implications of contract and legislation changes.

Manage practice accounts using Xero; submit year-end figures promptly and liaise with the practice accountant.

Maintain NHS pension YTD figures and submit timely monthly and annual information to POL.

Submit monthly report to the accountant for payroll purposes and monitor staff absence to make necessary adjustments to individual staff salary.

Monitor cash-flow, prepare regular forecasts and reports to the partners.

Manage and reconcile bank accounts; negotiate/liaise with the practice bankers.

Monitor and reconcile income and expenditure statements and purchase/sales ledger transactions.

2.4 Information Management and Communication

Responsibility for the computer system including organising any maintenance and developments to the system. Ensuring compliance with Data protection rules

Keep abreast of the latest development in primary care IT.

Motivate, support and monitor staff in the use of IT; organise, oversee and evaluate IT training.

Ensure that the practice has effective security and integrity of data, and disaster recovery plans in place.

Liaise with the CCG regarding systems procurement, IT funding and national IT development programmes.

Manage requests for access under the Freedom of Information Act

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication and will strive to:

Communicate effectively with other team members.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers.

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

2.5 Patient Services

Adopt a strategic approach to the development and management of patient services in accordance with local and national guidelines.

Ensure that the practice complies with NHS contractual obligations in relation to patient care and assess practice performance against patient access and demand management targets.

Maintain registration policies and monitor patient turnover and capitation.

Oversee and/or develop repeat prescribing systems.

Oversee and/or develop and manage an effective appointment system.

Oversee and/or organise surgery timetables, duty rotas and holiday cover.

Implementing and maintaining systems to receive patient enquiries and suggestions including oversight of the practice-based complaints procedure in conjunction with the relevant partner.

Liaise with patient groups.

Reviewing and updating the practice information leaflet, practice publicity and health education material.

2.6 Confidentiality:

While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

2.7 Quality:

Convene meetings, prepare agendas and ensure distribution of minutes as necessary.

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.

Provide information for both clinical and financial audit. And participate in audit where appropriate.

Develop policies, practice protocols and procedures, review and update as required.

2.8 Premises and Equipment

Ensure adequate cleaning, maintenance, safety, and fire prevention and general security of the premises and equipment.

Provide staff training in all necessary areas of maintenance, safety, fire prevention and general security of the premises.

2.9 Health & Safety:

Ensure compliance with legislation relating to health and safety.

Develop, institute and organise health and safety policies and procedures.

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying and report the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.

Ensure effective training on health and safety procedures for all members of the practice team.

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards

Ensure all accidents or dangerous incidents are investigated, recorded, reported where necessary and any follow-up undertaken.

2.10 Equality and Diversity:

Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.

Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

3. 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.

4. Other

Prepare and issue to registrar GPs, medical students etc appropriate information package on introduction to the practice.

Together with the Trainer plan, develop and monitor the effectiveness of the induction and training provided for the registrar GP, medical students etc.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE, 5 Grade C or above.
• A level or equivalent.
• Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills.

Desirable

• Continuing personal development e.g. management course
• A leadership/management/business management qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Management experience within the NHS or in Practice Management.
• Experience of financial management
• Experience of working in a health care setting
• NHS / Primary Care General Practice experience
• Good understanding of the NHS role and functions of
• Experience of working with the general public.
• Experience of leading and motivating a team.
• Good communication
• Trustworthy, honest and reliable.
• Good sense of humour.
• Relevant Health and Safety experience.
• Experience of chairing meetings, producing agendas and minutes.
• 2-3 years working at supervisory level.
• Proven experience in personnel and training.
• A thorough understanding of GDPR

Desirable

• Experience of Xero accounts system.

Knowledge, Skills and Personal characteristics.

Essential

• Administration skills.
• Organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills including report writing skills.
• Budget management skills.
• IT skills.
• Experience of team working.
• Ability to communicate with all members of the Primary Health Care Team.

Desirable

• Desire to learn and develop new skills.
• Analytical and numeracy skills.
• Take forward IM&T agenda.
• Knowledge of computerised accounting and payroll packages.
• An understanding of NHS Pension scheme
• An understanding of all aspects of payroll & PAYE

Physical attributes and additional factors

Essential

• General good health
• Willingness to work on occasions outside normal office hours.

Desirable

• Car driver

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

Tickhill and Colliery Medical Practice

Address

25 St Marys Road

Tickhill

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN11 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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