Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties outlined below are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service.

• The appointee will contribute to all aspects of the general haematology and haemo-oncology work including participation in departmental meetings and on-call rota.
• Clinics in other hospital sites may be required (virtual clinics are an option).
• The appointee must be someone who can help develop our rural service to ensure excellent patient care.

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 3 Counties -https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY
• Lifestyle in Wales -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ
• Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s

• Virtual Tour -https://youtu.be/mVLrJAcfM_c

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Full registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council.
• Valid Certified Advanced Life Support.
• Completion of relevant Royal College Examinations (or equivalent).

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)

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

Bronglais General Hospital

Caradoc Road

Aberystwyth

SY23 1ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• The post holder will be a registered nurse or Paramedic who has extensive clinical knowledge. You will have experience at working at a band 6 level and have acute and/or community experience. You would have undertaken a recognised mentorship qualification and demonstrate continuous professional development.
• The post holder will be providing patient care in patients own homes, and able to travel independently across sites. You will be using technology to support and monitor patients.
• To provide clinical expertise and support for the clinical team.
• To provide clinical care for patients, co-ordination of the multidisciplinary team and allocating visits as appropriate.
• Development of the service through reflective practice; clinical supervision & audit.
• The identification of suitable people referred to the service for planned early discharge from hospital or for the prevention of admission to the acute sector or long term care.
• To be responsible, without supervision, for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care with an understanding of their Professional Code of Practice.
• You will need to recognise deteriorating patients and use the appropriate patient pathways for escalation.
• You will work with colleagues across the integrated care system to develop and maintain high quality, clinically driven pathways so that we are able to provide the best patient experience to our local population.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with patient/carers and families about complex matters providing a warm welcoming and enabling environment to support therapeutic relationships.
• Develop specialist knowledge, in area of practice, underpinned by theory.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care and adjust the programmes of care where indicated along with maintaining the health, safety and security of self and others in own work area.
• Contribute to the development of services.
• Contribute to quality improvement.
• Support patients, carers and colleagues equality, diversity, and rights.
• Lead others in the development of knowledge, ideas, and work practice.
• Plan, allocate, assess, and provide feedback to team members.
• Maintain and support the efficient use of physical and /or financial resources.
• You will practice in accordance within your professional, ethical, and legal framework.
• Ability to work flexibly and unsocial hours to meet the demands of the service.

COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

• To communicate collaboratively with the wider MDT (Multi-Disciplinary team) to explore complex issues and to make complex decisions.
• Work closely with hospital staff including consultant and community services including GPs, liaising on a regular basis to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
• To effectively communicate complex and highly sensitive information.
• To agree the arrangements for communication with the patient/family/carer, and to document these in accordance with Trust policy and the patients right to confidentiality.
• To competently receive highly sensitive information concerning patients medical condition and provide information using persuasive, reassuring skills as required, which may include when patients/family/carer are hostile and antagonistic e.g., bereavement / special needs / learning disabilities / where English is not the first language
• To ensure that essential information on the patients condition and progress is recorded by self and team members appropriately according to Professional guidelines.
• Report all clinical and non-clinical incidents and proactively manage risk to vulnerable adults in discussion with the Clinical lead nurse.
• Assist in maintaining a safe working environment for self, colleagues, patients, and others, report any accidents or untoward occurrences as per policy and undertake any investigations as required for untoward incidence, complaints, risk management and health and safety issues.
• Confidentiality to abide by the Data Protection Act 1998, by ensuring that all computerised information related to patients and other members of staff to which he/she has access in the course of employment, is regarded as strictly confidential. This rule applies to written information. Failure to adhere to this instruction will be regarded as serious misconduct and lead to disciplinary action.

Analytical and Judgemental Skills

• To undertake data collection effectively using the agreed systems.
• To use clinical judgmental skills to decide upon and recommend best course of action for assessing and interpreting complex needs of patients/families/carers when a range of options exist, escalating as appropriate.
• Analyse situations and instigate emergency procedures as required Physical Skills.
• Physically able to assist patients with activities of daily living and moving and handling.
• Able to carry out complex observations, monitor and use relevant equipment safely, ensuring accuracy and dexterity.
• To utilise highly developed physical skills where accuracy is important e.g. in preparing and giving IV injections, assembling surgical equipment, maintaining infusions.
• Driving skills are required for this community post.

Responsibility for Patient Care

• To assess, develop, implement, and evaluate specialist nursing care programmes from admission to discharge.
• To obtain peoples informed consent, highly providing specialist advice and discussing the implications of the whole assessment process.
• To undertake specialist nursing interventions consistent with evidence based practice, transferring and applying knowledge and skills to meet patients needs, evaluating and modifying interventions as appropriate.
• To analyse and rigorously review all aspects of the patient care plan interpreting information and using specialist knowledge and clinical judgement to liaise with MDT (Multidisciplinary Team), coordinating and participating in case discussions as required.
• To refer patient/family/carer to other practitioners when needs and risks are beyond ones own scope of practice or require longer term support.
• To support patients/family/carers encouraging them to promote their own health and wellbeing and to express their interests and concerns.
• To provide support and care for the patient and his/her family/carer respecting their need for privacy and dignity.

PLANNING AND ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS

• To prioritise workload of themselves and others, assess performance and provide clear constructive feedback to team members.
• To monitor progress of work recognising changing priorities and implement corrective actions within own limits and informing the relevant people.
• To adhere to trust policies and procedures relating to own workplace to contribute to service development.
• To evaluate current policies and procedures and identify the impact they have within their clinical environment.
• To identify outcomes of evaluation and offer constructive views on service developments.
• To implement and propose changes to policies/practices in own area.
• To evaluate with others the effectiveness of any changes and how these have improved services.
• Responsible for day-to-day supervision, allocation and co-ordination of clinically based teams making the best use of their abilities.
• To lead a team whilst assuming responsibility and control of the work area management in the absence of the manager.
• To participate in the clinical supervision of staff and providing relevant training and assessment.
• To participate in the appraisal process for themselves and others.
• To identify, report and address poor performance issues, where required.
• To diffuse challenging behaviour, ensuring that the situation is managed in a sensitive way.
• To participate in the recruitment and selection process.
• To participate in the identification of future workforce requirements.
• To contribute to the development of a learning environment.
• To implement disciplinary and grievance procedures where required.
• Work is managed rather than supervised and can act independently within appropriate occupational guidelines.
• Leads specialist area or team and may manage a case load in the community.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

In addition to the above duties you will also be expected to perform the below key activities in line with your job role;

• Complete mandatory training in line with Trust policy and procedures.
• To participate in the staff appraisal process and to undertake for any staff you manage.
• To keep yourself updated on all matters relating to Trust policy.
• To provide management supervision where appropriate.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registration or AHP registration
• Car Driver

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge
• Has substantial post registration experience including work within chosen speciality

Desirable

• Clinical experience in Community Care

Communication Skills

Essential

• Have knowledge of current professional matters in relation to the NHS.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients from varied social and cultural backgrounds.
• Communicates succinctly, clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing
• High standards of written/computer skills.

Desirable

• SystmOne experience or similar electronic patient record systems

Other requirements

Essential

• Willingness to uphold the Trust's and provider's values
• Eligible to live and work in the UK.
• Be an effective team member who is able to relate to colleagues at all levels of the Trust with tact and diplomacy
• Possesses a valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Margaret's Hospital

The Plain

Epping

CM16 6TN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description is attached, and the pay scale is based on full time hours of 37.5 per week. We are seeking a full time candidate, and expectations can be discussed in depth at the interview. The ideal candidate will have clear and effective communication and organisation skills, which will come naturally to them whilst supporting colleagues in the delivery of an outstanding patient experience. Having evidence of delivering a high level of customer care to patients will be vital in supporting the business in achieving its objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 1 or 2 in customer care
• GCSE English, Maths Grade C or above

Desirable

• Ability to use Systm1 software
• Experience in working in Primary Care/NHS
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, Word/Excel

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

Dr Imran Ismail and Partners T/A Marston Forest Healthcare

Address

59 Bedford Road

Marston Moretaine

Beds

MK43 0LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Professional / Clinical Responsibilities

*Working within a multi-disciplinary team the role includes;

*Providing clinical and professional leadership support to own professional group and linked services within the Stroke Service as required.

*Assessing, prescribing and developing highly specialist nursing for patients with complex stroke needs, using investigative, analytical and clinical reasoning skills. This must be in line with Clinical Guidelines, evidence based research and national Stroke specific frameworks.

*Providing highly specialist nursing assessments and advice.

*Demonstrate dexterity and co-ordination when using specialist equipment and fine tools, advanced sensory skills, manual and mobilising skills.

*Demonstrate skills in dealing with complex biopsychosocial issues to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management.

*Developing and maintaining effective working relationships and communication with other healthcare professionals and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated pathway and service to our patient where their needs are well met. Provide clinical expertise and advice to others, including Community therapy teams, Social Services, GPs and other agencies.

*Communicating complex and sensitive information to patients and carers as to their assessment, prognosis and treatment plan. To work frequently with patients and families in complex situations that are emotionally distressing and may cause hostility. This may include completing suicide risk assessments and providing and receiving contentious information.

*Making suitable adjustments to explanations in order to gain understanding, consent and concordance where there are barriers to understanding, such as hearing impairment, mental capacity impairment and other difficulties in comprehension. Ensure informed consent is obtained prior to initiating assessment and interventions.

*To sensitively negotiate patient led goals with the patient, family, carers and MDT in situations where there is potential for conflict, in order to enable the patient to engage in treatment and ensure that patients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their care plans wherever possible.

*To act as a key-worker for selected patients, leading multi-disciplinary and review meetings, and fulfilling a clinical co-ordinating role for these patients.

*Actively participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate.

*Being responsible for ensuring workload for self and others, within nursing and the wider team, is planned and prioritised according to service targets and needs. Actively contribute to supervising the workload of the wider team.

*Providing advice and education to patients, relatives and carers to promote and create ownership to ensure a continued consistent approach to patient care.

*Contributing to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.

*Pro-actively taking part in clinical supervision as per Organisation Policy.

*Remaining accountable for own professional actions as determined by the professional body.

*Providing nursing care which is evidence-based practice, using research methodology.

*Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.

Management and Leadership

*Be required to undertake risk assessments, liaise with Occupational Health and act upon the assessments appropriately.

*Planning of leave to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained across the service.

*To be responsible for ensuring that there are adequate staffing levels and appropriate skill mix of staff to meet the needs of the service on a daily basis. Anticipate and identify staff shortages and relocate staff as appropriate.

*Lead / Chair meetings where appropriate.

*Lead and/or participate in recruitment processes, using the opportunity to skill mix to meet the demands of the service.

*Undertake Personal Development Reviews for other staff members.

*Ensure absence reporting is undertaken as determined by Organisation Policy. Complete absence management meetings with Human Resources representative.

*Represent and promote the specialist nursing profession at clinical leads / operational meetings.

*To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible and contribute to the formal complaints process, as requested by the operational lead and Specialist Services.

*To use advanced clinical reasoning to provide guidance to other staff in order to assist with case management.

*Ensure all clinicians provide comprehensive holistic assessment of patients and re-evaluation of their needs, to determine priorities of care and provide effective management of emotional, psychological and spiritual support.

*To demonstrate expert clinical leadership based on current advances in evidence-based outcomes/research and knowledge.

*To assist professional leads in their development of clinical teams.

*Act as a positive role model and leader.

Financial Responsibilities

*Questioning and challenging decision-making regarding equipment and resources so that the most cost effective solutions are sought and adhered to whilst maintaining clinical integrity.

*Authorised signatory for team budget code which include delegated budgetary responsibility for the therapy element.

Education and professional development

*Devise and deliver or attend in-house training as required to develop the current and future job roles for the service.

*Produce and deliver induction programmes for students and new starters.

*Create and promote a healthy and safe continuous learning environment for all staff in

*Have oversight and accountability for the programme of education for students on clinical placements.

*Provide advice/training and /or supervision to less experienced and staff including the mentoring of existing staff.

*Act as role model by offering support and work shadowing with other professionals in other services.

*To participate in Clinical Governance, Research and Development and Audit activities as required by line manager and MDT colleagues.

Operational Delivery

*To work closely with the Integrated Community service Team Lead and ECCH Specialist Services.

*Work closely with other team leaders and professional leads in other elements of the integrated stroke service to ensure seamless delivery of stroke services and share best practice across the service.

*Be able to interpret organisational data for use within patient, staff and system management whilst adhering to contractual arrangements, local and national, ensuring targets are met.

*To develop and update standard operating procedures, protocols and processes based on the current best practice evidence for both the nursing team and the wider service.

*To create and maintain effective professional relationships with therapists across the Stroke pathway using this to help evaluate our service, implement change and promote our service on a national platform.

Service Development

*Instigate and actively participate with the Operational Lead in the development of the operational strategy.

*Lead the team in continuous service improvement.

*Contribute to working groups within the business unit and organisation.

*Implement policies for the service, proposing changes to these, and advising other external agencies about these changes or developments.

*To actively review current specialist equipment available, keeping up-to-date with clinical and technological advances and to disseminate this specialist knowledge and information to the rest of the physiotherapy team or other appropriate staff.

*All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our Values and Signature Behaviours in the care and service they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these as an essential part of their job role.

*To act as a key-worker for selected patients, leading multi-disciplinary and review meetings, and fulfilling a clinical co-ordinating role for these patients.

*Actively participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate.

*Being responsible for ensuring workload for self and others, within nursing and the wider team, is planned and prioritised according to service targets and needs. Actively contribute to supervising the workload of the wider team.

*Providing advice and education to patients, relatives and carers to promote and create ownership to ensure a continued consistent approach to patient care.

*Contributing to the requisitioning of supplies and equipment through electronic ordering systems.

*Pro-actively taking part in clinical supervision as per Organisation Policy.

*Remaining accountable for own professional actions as determined by the professional body.

*Providing nursing care which is evidence-based practice, using research methodology.

*Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.

*Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word 'CARE'. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone.

*Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Current first level NMC registration (adult)
• *Post graduate education to degree level or equivalent relevant to clinical area
• *Teaching and assessing qualification
• *In-depth knowledge in the management of stroke
• *Knowledge of national requirements and directives related to speciality
• *Knowledge of psychological response to long term condition management

Desirable

• *Educated to Masters level or equivalent combination of post graduate/registration, qualification, short courses and experience

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of working in an NHS multi-professional setting dealing appropriately with patient's with Stroke patients
• *Participation in clinical audit and evaluating the outcomes of a service
• *Managing and working autonomously using initiative
• *Working across organisational boundaries
• *Ability to demonstrate working autonomously in developing treatment plans, assessment, discharge planning for patients with complex care needs
• *Experience of supervising others

Desirable

• *Extensive post registration experience with demonstrable recent experience practising to a high level of expertise in Stroke at a specialist level
• *Evidence of influencing and implementing change
• *Community Nursing experience

Additional Criteria

Essential

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Understanding of the management of patients with Stroke
• *Up to date professional portfolio which will demonstrate reflective practice and evidence of on-going professional development/education
• *Ability to take strategic view for long term service improvements
• *Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology relating to Stroke
• *Knowledge of risk management and health and safety
• *Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• *Able to perform audit and analyse findings
• *Knowledge of accountability and ethics
• *Presentation skills
• *Excellent verbal and written skills
• *Excellent interpersonal skills
• *Empathetic when dealing with emotional situations and giving sensitive information
• *Professional approach
• *Report writing
• *Able to negotiate, lobby and influence and build professional relationships and networks
• *Able to remain calm in difficult situations
• *Analytical skills to be able to interpret diagnostic investigations
• *Organised/methodical
• *Ability to manage conflicting priorities
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• *Demonstrates understanding of safeguarding issues
• *Can demonstrate an ability to contribute towards a safe environment
• *Able to work reflectively, and work on personal development. Listens to personal comments without becoming defensive.
• *Has a range of mechanisms for dealing with stress, can recognise when to use them and does so
• *Able to meet the required IT skills for the post
• *Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.
• *Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours:
• (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together).

Desirable

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Knowledge of organisational structures and relationships in health and social care
• *Knowledge of counselling/debriefing techniques
• *Potential to lead a multidisciplinary team
• *Can use visual and technological teaching aids
• *Analytical skills to deal with interpreting complex clinical information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Yare House

Morton Peto Road

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR31 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ecch.org/ (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 for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Completion of higher training in Vascular Surgery
• Experience of Audit
• Experience of Teaching at UG and PG level

Desirable

• Specialist clinical experience such as Fellowship in vascular surgery
• Research experience

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Postgraduate qualification (eg FRCS) or equivalent
• Full registration with the General Medical Council
• Registered on the GMC Specialist Register (within 6 months of interview)

Desirable

• Higher qualification eg MD)

Skills

Essential

• Organisational skills
• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Team working skills

Desirable

• Experience of leading and implementing change
• Qualifications such as Training the Trainers

Management and Administrative Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS structure

Desirable

• Management 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).

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Manchester Royal Infirmary

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Part time Admin clerk/Receptionist

• Book appointments for patients with Doctor and Nurse and other members of the health care team as requested.
• Monitor flow of patients into consulting and treatment rooms.
• Register immediately necessary patients, temporary residents and patients from abroad who need to be seen same day onto surgery database. Ensure sufficient information is recorded and patients receive a practice leaflet detailing our services.
• Import registration request documents into the docman system from Email, for the workflow clerk to complete.
• Advise patients of the practices policies and procedures as requested with particular regard to emergency prescriptions and urgent appointments.
• Advise patients of relevant charges for private services, accept payment and record details.
• Action prescriptions requests and amend any alteration to medication necessary as advised by Doctor.
• Enter requests for home visits on screen, including relevant information.
• Advise patients of contact numbers when requesting ambulance transportation.
• Respond to all queries and requests for assistance from patients and other visitors to the practice, answering telephone and taking messages as appropriate.
• Retrieve and refile records as required.
• Follow practice procedures for start and end of day opening and closing, including securing the premises correctly.
• Provide cover for Saturday mornings/late evening surgery on a rota at least 1 weekend annually is expected.
• Provide cover, for absence during holidays and sickness, occasionally at short notice.
• Attend meetings/ update huddles as required.
• Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the position and any other procedures developed when in post.
• Adhere to data protection principles and the practices confidentiality policy at all times. Also, to be aware of the policies regarding smart cards and data security.
• Adhere to Health and Safety at work Act.
• Complete all mandatory training within the specified timeframe

Administration

To adhere to the practice repeat prescribing policy for all prescription requests.

Provide clerical/admin support to the practice nurse and other practice team members as required.

Advise GPs/nurses and patients as to referral pathways as appropriate.

Support any locums with logging on to EMIS and other practice systems, how to use the intercom and provision of the locum handbook.

Ensure we have adequate supplies of letterheads practice leaflets, appointment cards paper and envelopes as appropriate.

Assist the team with meeting practice targets. Patient alerts must be acted upon when booking appointments with the nurse.

Ensure all EMIS tasks Docman tasks and Accurix messages are actioned and completed daily as appropriate.

To check EMIS Mail inbox daily for any organisational changes issues.

Ensure all communications received to the practice by whichever means are responded to same day and completed if appropriate, sending any clinical correspondence or patient information to the workflow team.

Ensure your own nhs.net email account is checked daily and to action any requests.

To access e-LFH to complete mandatory training and to request protected time if unable to do so. To ensure you keep up to date with all new IT skills as required.

To attend all F2F mandatory training when required; BLS, Oliver McGowan and others as instructed by the training supervisor.

Respond to all requests for Access to Medical Records and reports, ensuring all legal requirements are adhered to. Ensure patients have paid up front for any forms or TWIMC letters.

To assist with filing all NEW patient medical records received weekly, and to locate the records for deceased and deducted patients to send to PCSE.

To contact GMSS IT department with any issues without delay, and as requested by any team member.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Computer/Keyboard skills
• Good communication skills
• Good organisation skills
• Confident and efficient handling of general public

Desirable

• Medical terminology
• Experience of practice systems, EMIS, DOCMAN, ACCURIX.
• Proficient with MS applications

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent

Desirable

• GCSE English.
• IT professional certifications

Motivation and Attitude

Essential

• Able to work on own initiative
• Able to prioritise workload
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work as part of a team
• Reliable and dependable
• Professional at all times
• Flexible to accommodate surgery hours

Desirable

• Residing locally, within 5 miles of surgery.
• Aware of GDPR and Data protection

Employer details

Employer name

High Lane Medical Centre

Address

The Village Green, Buxton Road

High Lane

Stockport

Cheshire

SK6 8DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

As a Senior Research Nurse/Practitioner, you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering a diverse portfolio of clinical trials across multiple specialties. Working as part of a supportive cross-speciality team, you will provide specialist research expertise and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality studies. You will also have opportunities to lead studies aligned with your clinical experience, background and areas of expertise.

You will autonomously plan, coordinate and manage multiple concurrent research projects, overseeing recruitment, participant care, data collection and the implementation of clinical trial procedures. You will also support and manage clinical research staff, building effective networks across the Trust and with local and national research partners.

A key part of the role will be ensuring that all research activity is delivered in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Research Governance Framework. You will help ensure the rights, safety and wellbeing of research participants are protected while maintaining high standards of data quality, recruitment and study delivery.

You will be responsible for monitoring study progress and supporting recruitment and accrual targets, while providing participants with a safe, professional and positive research experience. This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the delivery of high-quality clinical research and the development of research practice across the organisation.

This is an exciting time to join our Clinical Research Team as we enter a new phase of growth and development. In 2027, North Devon District Hospital will open a new purpose-built Clinical Research Hub, creating a dedicated environment for the delivery and expansion of high-quality clinical research across a growing range of specialties.

The successful postholder will join the team at an exciting point in this development, with the opportunity to help shape and support the expansion of our research portfolio. As a Senior Research Nurse/Practitioner, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality research, supporting participants and clinical teams, and contributing to the continued development of a strong research culture across the Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced research professional to be part of an ambitious and expanding service, with the new Research Hub providing exciting opportunities for the delivery of more diverse and innovative research from 2027 onwards.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday - Friday 8:00-16:00, 8:30-4:30, or 9:00-17:00

Interview Date: Friday 16th October 2026

For further information please contact: Maria Dark, Lead AHP / Research Team Lead on 01271 311889 or [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

*To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care.

*To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management, and support assistants to do likewise.

*To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients, and to organise this efficiently and effectively regarding clinical priorities and use of time.

*To undertake the detailed assessment of patients, some of whom may have complex needs, using investigative and analytical skills.

*To collaboratively work with patients to develop rehabilitation goals.

*To formulate an individualised treatment plan, using clinical reasoning skills and utilising a wide range of skills and treatment options.

*To develop specialised skills in relation to cognition, perception, and upper limb therapy.

*To provide advice to the MDT regarding the management of patients requiring therapy input.

*To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers, schools, workplace and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of Occupational Therapy to ensure a consistent approach to patient care.

*To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of their stroke. Communication skills of persuasion, motivation, explanation and gaining informed consent will be used with a wide variety of patients. Barriers to effective communication may include loss of hearing, cognitive difficulties, aphasia, pain and fear.

*To assess capacity, gain valid consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

*To help facilitate patients to self-manage their rehabilitation.

*To take responsibility for appropriate delegation of tasks.

*To train, supervise and manage performance of assistant practitioners, therapy assistants and students, with assistance from more senior members of the team. This will include the use of formal appraisal documentation.

*To maintain up-to-date knowledge of the full stroke care pathway.

Professional

*To maintain own clinical professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments and incorporate them as necessary into your work.

*To be an active member of the in-service training programme by the attendance and presentation at staff meetings, tutorials, training sessions, external courses and reflective practice.

*To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include case conference and medical reports. To provide teaching/training to other members of the multidisciplinary team.

*To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and personal development.

*To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices using Evidence Based Practice projects, audit and outcome measures. To make recommendations for and assist with change.

*To demonstrate a sound understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation.

Organisational

*To be responsible for a designated area of work, as agreed with the Team Leader. To plan and organise this efficiently with regard to patient management and use of time.

*To decide priorities for own work, balancing other patient related, professional and service demands.

*To be responsible for ensuring the effective selection and use of all treatment resources.

*To be responsible for equipment used in carrying out clinical duties, and to adhere to departmental policy, including competence to use equipment and to ensure the safe use of equipment by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice including manual handling in accordance with professional guidelines.

*To maintain concise, accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation in a timely manner in line with legal and departmental requirements, including letters and reports as appropriate.

*To be actively involved in the collection of appropriate data and statistics for the use of the department.

*To be aware of the Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including the prompt recording and reporting of accidents / incidents to senior staff, and ensuring that equipment used is safe.

*To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in the reviewing and updating as appropriate.

*To undertake any other duties that might be considered appropriate by the Band 7 Team Leader and Line manager.

*To deputise for the Band 7 Specialist Occupational Therapist.

*All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our Values and Signature Behaviours in the care and service they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these as an essential part of their job role.

*Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word 'CARE'. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone.

*Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Diploma/Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• *HCPC registration
• *Evidence of relevant post graduate courses/CPD in neurology or rehabilitation

Desirable

• *Membership of relevant specialist group e.g. RCOT SSNP
• *Clinical Educator's course

Experience

Essential

• *Band 5 experience which includes relevant work in variety of settings, community and /or acute within specialities of stroke, neurology and multi-pathology
• *Experience of variety of assessment skills within different clinical areas, including standardised assessments
• *Evidence of involvement in service development, e.g., working on projects

Desirable

• *Worked as a band 6
• *Rehabilitation ward/community experience
• *Cognitive Rehabilitation Training
• *Basic Psychology training
• *Health Coaching/ Motivational interviewing skills
• *Posture, wheelchair and seating assessment

Additional Criteria

Essential

• SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• *Ability to act as an autonomous practitioner, organising, prioritising and delegating workload as appropriate
• *Good communication skills, including empathy, motivational and assertiveness skills
• *To be able to work well with others
• *To be able to pass on skills and knowledge and also learn from others
• *Ability to work flexibly across clinical areas and adapt to the needs of the service
• *Problem solving skills
• *Good IT skills
• *Goal setting skills
• *Good time management skills
• *Good listening skills
• *Working knowledge of clinical governance/current topics in the NHS
• *Knowledge of stroke pathology, symptoms, neuroplasticity and risk factors
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• *Recognises limitations and knows when to ask for help
• *Self-directional learning
• *Forward thinking
• *Able to work under pressure with a positive approach
• *Evidence of interest / motivation to work for East Coast Community Healthcare
• *Willingness to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.
• *Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours:
• (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together).

Desirable

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Relevant clinical courses
• *Knowledge of SystmOne and Microsoft Office, Virtual working platforms
• *Presentation skills
• *Evidence of taking initiative, taking lead role
• *Critical appraisal
• *Supervisory skills
• *Ability to teach / train / coach
• *Student clinical super
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• *Ability to reflect and evaluate own performance
• *Interest in research and / or audit
• *Experience of change process
• *To be flexible to new ways of working

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 Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Yare House

Morton Peto Road

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR31 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role and Responsibilities

• Insulin Optimisation: Review and adjust insulin regimens (including basal, bolus, and mixed insulins) for patients with Type 2 diabetes, based on blood glucose monitoring, HbA1c trends, and lifestyle factors.
• Treatment Escalation: Conduct comprehensive reviews where insulin initiation or complex regimen changes are required. Make appropriate recommendations to GPs and senior clinicians for insulin adjustments and adjunctive therapies.
• Medication Reviews: Undertake holistic clinical medication reviews with patients, focusing on the safety and efficacy of insulin and other glucose-lowering therapies, and produce actionable recommendations.
• Patient Follow-up: Provide structured follow-up for patients post-insulin change to monitor for hypoglycemia and overall therapeutic response.
• Clinical Enquiries: Answer any medicine-related enquiries from the patients specifically regarding insulin therapies change.
• Multidisciplinary Working: Ensure patients are referred to the appropriate healthcare professional (e.g., Specialist Nurses, Dietitians, Endocrinologists) where insulin adjustments require multidisciplinary input.

• GPhC registered with a minimum of 2 years post-registration experience, with at least 1 year dedicated specifically to diabetes management.
• Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm/BPharm).
• Clinical Systems Trained: Proficient in SystemOne (S1) and EMIS.
• Insulin Competency: Proven, demonstrable experience in initiating, titrating, and prescribing insulin therapies (including analogue insulins and mixed regimens) in a primary care setting.
• Diabetes Expertise: Up-to-date knowledge of NICE guidelines and best practice for Type 2 diabetes management.
• Prescribing: Experienced in conducting diabetes treatment escalation and making clinically sound changes to insulin doses.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to effectively counsel patients on complex insulin regimens and liaise with a wide range of healthcare professionals.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC registered with a minimum of 2 years post-registration experience, with at least 1 year dedicated specifically to diabetes management.
• Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm/BPharm).
• Clinical Systems Trained: Proficient in SystemOne (S1) and EMIS.
• Insulin Competency: Proven, demonstrable experience in initiating, titrating, and prescribing insulin therapies (including analogue insulins and mixed regimens) in a primary care setting.
• Diabetes Expertise: Up-to-date knowledge of NICE guidelines and best practice for Type 2 diabetes management.
• Prescribing: Experienced in conducting diabetes treatment escalation and making clinically sound changes to insulin doses

Desirable

• CPPE Pathway Completed
• DBS on the update service

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 Pharmacist Network

Address

Albany Court

Albany Court

Newcastle Business Park

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE4 7YB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

This role will be responsible for managing and uniting the Antenatal Clinic and the Maternity Day Assessment service at RDUH, northern maternity services in Barnstaple. The post holder will be responsible for supporting the teams that work within these areas and helping them to achieve safe and efficient care. The post holder will provide strong leadership, advice and guidance to this team, and work closely with the Antenatal and Newborn Screening coordinator, Sonography and Clerical and Administration teams.

The post holder will also have specialist oversight of the Treating Tobacco Dependency and Vaccinations in pregnancy pathways in RDUH northern services, Maternity in Barnstaple, working alongside colleagues in Exeter, and will provide specialist knowledge to help develop these services in providing line management and support to those working within them.

You will be a professional role model and clinical leader, responsible for leading a defined team consisting of midwives, maternity support workers, Treating Tobacco Dependency Advisors in maternity and Failsafe Officers supporting the Perinatal Pathway for vaccinations in pregnancy. You will be expected to provide leadership, guidance and support, and enable a cohesive and motivated team. You will be visible and accessible in the clinical area. You will participate in audit and develop action plans where appropriate and monitor incident reporting and investigations as needed. You will support development of new policies, procedures, guidelines and standards.

The post holder will need excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills, and the ability to work well within the multi-disciplinary team. You will be responsible for the daily operational running of the Maternity Outpatient department. The post holder will be reporting to the Midwifery Matron for Outpatients and Public Health.

Working Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday mostly.

Interview Date: 21st September 2026

For further information please contact: Kate Curnow - [email protected], Meghan Baldwin - [email protected] or Kay Maytum - [email protected]

Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 08/11/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Working closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), the Onward Care Clinician leads daily board rounds, coordinates admissions and discharges, completes complex assessments, and acts as the primary liaison between health, social care, and community services to ensure seamless transitions of care. The role promotes a patient-centred approach, ensuring patients and families are actively involved in discharge planning and decision-making.

The post is integral to maintaining patient flow across the wider health and care system by reducing delays, supporting effective bed utilisation, and ensuring patients receive the right care in the right place at the right time. The role also provides expert clinical support to ward teams, assists with operational decision-making, and contributes to the delivery of safe, high-quality rehabilitation and intermediate care services.

We are passionate about supporting our staff to grow and thrive in their careers. You'll benefit from a comprehensive induction, regular supervision, peer support, in-house training, and access to a wide range of continuing professional development opportunities.

This role offers the opportunity to work autonomously while being part of a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team. You will need excellent communication and IT skills, strong clinical reasoning, and the ability to build effective relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and partner organisations.

Our diverse caseload includes patients with neurological, orthopaedic, long-term and complex conditions, including dementia. You will play a key role in supporting rehabilitation, promoting independence, and facilitating safe transitions of care through assessment, treatment planning, and specialist advice.

Collaboration is central to our service. We work closely with NHS multidisciplinary teams, Adult Social Care, and voluntary sector partners to deliver seamless, person-centred care across our local communities.

As a senior clinician, you will provide leadership, support, and supervision to Band 5 nurses and therapists, alongside nursing and therapy support workers, helping to develop the skills and confidence of the wider team.

We are looking for an autonomous practitioner with relevant postgraduate training and experience, who is motivated to contribute to service development and deliver outstanding patient care.

In return, you'll join a friendly, forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality rehabilitation and intermediate care services, while supporting your professional growth and career aspirations

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00 - 16.00 with occasional weekend working.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Helen Ruse, Therapy Professional Lead for Community Inpatients [email protected] or Toni Sutherland, Clinical Matron [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Exmouth Hospital

Claremont Grove

Exmouth

Devon

EX8 2JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To ensure the provision of a comprehensive operational People service, including providing advice and support to managers, staff, staff side representatives on the full range of employee and employment relation matters, including;Advising and supporting managers in organisational change, ensuring an employee centric supportive approach to change is adopted and that Trust objectives are achieved within the agreed timescales.Advise on terms and conditions of employment, national legislation and policies and proceduresProvide support and advice to managers on complex cases such as, grievance, disciplinary, performance, absence and associated issues ensuring an employee centric approach is maintained whilst adhering to policies and principlesTo develop the People capabilities of managers and supervisory staff through the provision of appropriate guidance and training both in the effective implementation of Trust employment policies and ensuring every management intervention is employee focused.To liaise with trade unions to ensure that effective employee relations are maintained throughout the Trust.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• CIPD (post-graduate diploma in HR Management) or considerable senior HR experience
• Knowledge of HR procedures (including Recruitment and Selection, Grievance and Discipline, absence, TUPE)
• Excellent, demonstrable knowledge of current employment legislation, case law, good HR practice

Desirable

• European Computer Driving Licence qualification or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continuous learning & development
• HR experience
• Supervisory experience in an office environment
• Experience of employee relations, employee resourcing, change management, performance management and diversity.
• Experience of supporting effective case management

Desirable

• Experience in a large, multidisciplinary organisation NHS or other public sector experience
• Agenda for Change Conditions of Service
• Experience in partnership working with trade unions

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 Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Lancaster, Kendal or Barrow

Burton Road

Kendal

LA9 7RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please consult the attached candidate brief

£71,250 per annum based on three days a week. This figure is subject to the national NHS framework and final approval at the appointment stage.

Person Specification

For full role requirements

Essential

• please consult the attached candidate brief

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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

3rd Floor, 200 Great Dover Street

London

SE1 4YB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To act as a Technical Pharmacy Advisor to Practice Clinicians across Sound Primary Care Network (PCN).

To advise Practice Management and other non-clinical staff concerning administrative aspects of medicines management as appropriate

To optimise medicine management, resolve queries where possible and produce prescriptions for clinical review and signature

To work within own competencies as a Pharmacy Technician and ensure that registration and CPD (Continuing Professional Development) is kept up to date.

To address the following areas without the need to consult a GP/Clinical Pharmacist in each case (although clinical support and advice will always be available if required):

1.Update regime review dates when conducting level 1 and 2 medication reviews

2.Medicine reconciliation of discharge summaries and other clinical documents.

3.Optimisation of repeat medication, cost effective switching, commencing repeat dispensing and synchronisation of medication

4.Ordering of required monitoring i.e., blood tests, blood pressure, height, weight etc. for medicine/condition monitoring.

5.Addition/removal of medication for Nursing Home patients under GP/Pharmacist Prescriber guidance

6.Co-ordinate District Nurse Medication and Dressing requests for the practice population

7.Co-ordinate medical device prescription requests, including requests for catheters, nutritional supplements/feeds, and stoma care products.

8.Work alongside colleagues or independently to deliver project work relating to medicine optimisation, an example of this may be deprescribing Gabapentanoids or Bisphosphonate reviews

9.When requested by a clinician to be able to have appropriate conversations with patients and initiate medications such as statins, Vitamin D, Folic Acid, iron supplements etc as per PCN protocols.

To work in conjunction with the nominated Clinicians who support Nursing Homes in the area

Provide independent information to patients regarding medicines and prescribing changes, initiating further support from other healthcare professionals where appropriate

Analyse Practice prescription data to produce reports as requested

Participate in review and setting of policies relating to medicines management and prescribing

Implement initiatives to reduce waste of prescribed medicines

Support the PCN to deliver on QIPP agenda, QOF, DMOS (Devon Medicines Optimisation Scheme) and other locally commissioned enhanced services

Support and influence the Practice Clinical, Management and Administrative Teams to implement procedural and service changes relating to prescribing to ensure best practice is adopted in accordance with local guidelines, legislation, directives, and safety updates e.g., NICE, MRHA etc.

Any successful candidate will be required to enrol and complete a 15-month pathway with the CPPE (Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education) which will require learning and development in their own time in addition to some protected study time during working hours.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or Equivalent Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC)

Clinical System

Desirable

• Experience using SYSTEM ONE clinical system.

Experience

Desirable

• Experience working for a primary care network or working in a primary care setting.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Sound PCN

Address

C/O Oakside Surgery

Plymouth

Devon

PL5 3PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Shelley Thompson. Superintendent Sonographer on 01271 355901, or email [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Pathway review and review of governance processes will be a key element as well as Clinical expertise and guidance in relation to staff training and supervision.

The Clinical lead will work clinically providing oversight as well as assessment and treatment to most complex patients .

Person Specification

each section

Essential

• Meets all criteria in each section

Desirable

• Meets all criteria in each section

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

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Westmorland General

Kendal

Kendal

LA97RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Right to work / Certificate of Sponsorship

This role meets the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. Applications are welcome from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional clinical qualification e.g. Paramedic, Nurse
• Relevant adult teaching qualification, e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent
• Academic attainment at a minimum of Degree (level 6) qualification Level, with evidence of postgraduate level education
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to clinical education, professional practice, leadership and management.

Desirable

• Management or leadership qualification
• Membership of the relevant professional body (e.g. College of Paramedics)
• Master's degree or working towards a master's level qualification in education, leadership, healthcare, workforce development or a related subject
• Specialist clinical education, simulation, assessment or practice education qualification

Previous Experience

Essential

• Significant senior experience in clinical education, workforce development or professional development within a healthcare setting
• Significant experience of leading and managing teams, including management through direct report managers or specialist leads
• Experience of managing education delivery across multiple sites, services or geographical areas
• Experience of developing, implementing and evaluating education delivery plans
• Experience of managing statutory and mandatory education compliance, onboarding or workforce capability programmes
• Experience of clinical education governance, risk management, quality assurance or investigation processes

Desirable

• Experience in an ambulance service or pre-hospital care setting
• Experience of working with universities, education providers, awarding bodies or regional education networks
• Experience of business case development, service redesign or organisational change

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust HQ

Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Sowton Industrial Estate

Exeter

EX2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details on the advertised position and the principal job duties/responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification found under the supporting documents section. Additional information about the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay can be accessed on our website.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Associate

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a team
• Lone worker experience
• Experience to manage own workload

Desirable

• Community nurse working experience

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Venepuncture
• Wound care including wound reassessments
• Palliative care
• Safe medication administration and recording

Desirable

• Catheter care including female male and suprapubic
• Compression therapy

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent time management
• Ability to prioritise
• Excellent communication skills (Verbal and in record keeping)
• Computer skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Furness District Nurses RELIEF TEAM

2-6 Fairfield Lane

Barrow in Furness

LA13 9AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

We aim to provide high quality care to maximise independence and quality of life at home through a strength-based approach. This is completed within a supportive network of experienced therapists offering a structured induction, time to shadow other community teams, peer support groups and opportunities for career development.

Our focus is on keeping patients safe in their own home environment through assisting hospital discharges and preventing hospital admission. The UCR function covers 8am-8pm across 7 day working and provides a 2-hour response to admission avoidance patients within the community, supporting the National Ageing Well Agenda within the NHS Long Term Plan.

We work extremely closely and hold a team-based caseload to assist group-focused problem solving through daily team meetings. Due to the workstreams, we see a variety of patients, including and not exclusively:

• Working with patients with long-term conditions
• Frailty
• End of life
• Neurological conditions
• Respiratory conditions
• Trauma, orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Moving and handling including equipment prescription

There will be an opportunity to provide clinical supervision to rotational staff members as well as support workers. We strongly support a learning environment, therefore we also support students and apprentices within the team, which you will have an opportunity to work with.

The successful candidate will be an autonomous practitioner who is confident with lone working. You will require excellent communication skills, with the ability to prioritise, problem solve and be a team player who is adaptable to change.

We look forward to reading your application. Please feel free to contact us if you require any more information.

Working Pattern: We are happy to support a 5-day working (7.5 hour shifts) or 4-day working (9.5 or 9.0 hour shifts) week. The service runs Monday-Sunday, 8am-8pm and you would be rota'd for shifts within these hours.

Interview Date: Provisionally set for 22nd October 2026.

For further information please contact: Ben Elliott - Community Rehabilitation Clinical Lead, [email protected] OR Emily Woodgate - Operational Lead Intermediate Care, [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poltimore Centre, Exeter Community Hospital

Hospital Lane

Exeter

Devon

EX1 3RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work under the direction of managing Dietitian to assist in providing a Nutrition and Dietetic service to in-patients by:

assisting in the assessment of the nutritional status of individuals and act on the recommendations made by the Dietitian to maintain/improve nutritional status and quality of life

acting as a source of practical advice and encouragement in the management of the nutritional well being of non-complex patients presenting with both acute and chronic disease states

working with the Dietitians and other agencies to ensure smooth, safe discharge of patients

working as part of the dietetic clinical team in accordance with the protocols, procedures and evidence based literature of the dietetic service and the Trust

keeping accurate, legible and timely records of all interventions

Undertake general administrative duties to support the day to day running of the department

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English or equivalent
• GCSE Mathematics or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 or 3 in health and social care

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of an interest in Nutrition
• Evidence of an interest in Health Care

Desirable

• Experience of working in health care
• Experience of working with the public

skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of prioritisation skills
• Evidence of team working skills
• Ability to gather relevant information from a variety of sources
• Evidence of effective communication skills
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Basic Nutrition knowledge
• Basic Health Care knowledge
• Awareness of the roles of other health and care professionals

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 Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Furness General Hospital

Dalton Lane

Barrow in Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhmb.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.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do [email protected]

Person Specification

Managerial / Supervisory Experience

Essential

• Experience of developing and delivering training

Desirable

• Experience of providing supervision to staff

Finance / Resources

Essential

• Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment

Information Technology / Resources

Essential

• Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Registered or professional practitioner (Nurse, AHP, Social Worker, Police Officer ) to professional level /degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
• Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio

Desirable

• Membership of the relevant Professional Body
• Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience at professional practitioner level
• Demonstrable knowledge of safeguarding interventions
• Able to demonstrate specialist clinical reasoning skills to assimilate information in order to make a clinical judgement regarding risk and management of risk.
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Desirable

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role
• Experience of specialist working (i.e. within NHS 111 / CAS service)
• Experience of managing change
• Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice

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

St Leonards

241 Ringwood Road

St Leonards

BH24 2RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Health and Care Professions Council registered Physiotherapist
• Honours Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy approved by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy/ Health Professions Council

Desirable

• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Experience

Essential

• Comprehensive experience at undergraduate level of the core competencies within physiotherapy for example: musculo-skeletal, neurology and cardio- respiratory care within an NHS or equivalent UK healthcare system
• Evidence of effective written and oral communication skills in English in a variety of settings.
• To be able to demonstrate commitment to independent learning and continued professional development

Desirable

• Experience of working within a team
• To be able to evidence experience and awareness relevant to On-Call duties

Skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate the confidence to take independent action within scope of practice.
• To have a clear understanding of the role and duties of a Physiotherapist.
• To demonstrate an understanding of professional standards and expectations.

Desirable

• Must be able to demonstrate basic awareness of current NHS issues.
• To have a knowledge of audit tools and awareness of organisational and clinical standards in Physiotherapy
• Able to independently travel 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.

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

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an Advanced Physiotherapist, you'll provide expert assessment, diagnosis and treatment for women experiencing: Urinary and faecal incontinence Pelvic organ prolapse Pelvic floor dysfunction Chronic pelvic pain Pregnancy and postnatal pelvic health issues Menopause-associated pelvic floor disorders You'll work autonomously, delivering evidence-based interventions and rehabilitation programmes whilst helping to reduce the need for secondary care intervention.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• Postgraduate qualification in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
• Significant women's health physiotherapy experience
• Excellent clinical reasoning and 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.

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

CHEC

Address

11 Railway Road

Stockport

SK1 3SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

The Practice Nurse will work autonomously and as part of the wider team to deliver high-quality care, including:

• Management of long-term conditions, including diabetes, asthma, COPD and Ischaemic Heart Disease
• Providing follow-up and continuity of care for patients
• Delivering health promotion, preventative care, and self-management support
• Supporting the practice in achieving QOF targets and enhanced services
• Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Health screening, cervical cytology and childhood/adult immunizations
• Supporting the practice's commitment to personalised care planning, particularly for patients with long-term conditions.

About the Practice

Betts Avenue is a long-established GP Practice operating over two sites (Kenton and Benwell) in Newcastle upon Tyne.

We are a team of 2 GP Partners supported by 3 salaried GPs, 2 long-term Locum GPs, a Lead practice Nurse/Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 1 Advanced Care Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA as well as an experienced managerial and admin team.

We deliver a range of GMS services to a population of approximately 10,500 patients. We also have support from Care-Coordinators, Workflow Team, Pharmacy Hub, PCN pharmacists and Technicians, House Visiting team, our 2 own Practice Clinical Pharmacists, a Physiotherapist, 2 Mental Health co-ordinators for adults and a team of Social Link Workers.

We use SystmOne, Accurx and AnalyzeRx.

The GPs are also delivering weekly Ward Rounds in two large local Care Homes. We currently teach Year 5 Medical Students and Nursing Students.

Our practice is a member of the Inner West Primary Care Network, LMC, NGPS and North East North Cumbria ICB.

Job Purpose

To provide a high quality, professional Health Care service to the patient and staff team at the surgery. To be trained and competent to meet the duties set out below.

Job Summary

The practice nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing General Medical Services to the practice patients.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs.

• Management of Chronic Diseases including COPD/Asthma/Diabetes/CVD and hold a recognised qualification in one or more of these areas and be willing to work towards a graduate certificate.

• Experience in Diabetes or Coronary Heart Disease.

• Cytology.

• Wound Care.

• Doppler.

• Travel Health.

• Removal of Sutures.

• ECGs.

• Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations/Seasonal Immunizations.

• Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.

• Requesting Pathology tests on ICE, for example blood tests, urine culture, swabs etc.

• Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate.

• Supporting junior nursing staff.

Other Tasks will include:

o Supporting junior nursing staff.

o House Calls for the delivery of Annual Reviews to the Frail Housebound patients.

o Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms, including stocking and rotating items as required.

o Maintain and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs.

o Participation in administrative systems in the Practice.

o Maintain accurate and contemporaneous records.

o Attend and participate in Practice meetings when required.

o Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post.

RESPONSIBILITIES EXPECTED OF ALL MEMBERS OF THE PRACTICE TEAM:

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 will 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 of the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & Safety:

The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, the practice Health & Safety Handbook and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures.

This will include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines

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

• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

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

• Actively reporting of health & safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised

• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas clean, assisting the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the post holders role.

• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)

• Reporting potential risks identified

• Waste management, including collection, handling, segregation, container management, storage and collection

Equality and Diversity:

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

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

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

o Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental 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

o Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

o Training responsibility for own development, learning, performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

Quality:

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

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.

• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication:

The post holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to

• Communicate effectively with other team members

• Communicate effectively with patients and carers

• Recognise 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, agreed clinical software and protocols

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

• Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• - Needs of patients with long-term conditions
• - Health promotion strategies
• - Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse-led service
• - Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care
• -Patient group directives and associated policy

Desirable

• - Public health issues in the local area
• - Awareness of local and national health policy
• - Awareness of issues within the wider health economy

Skills

Essential

• - Clinical skills including immunisation and vaccination
• - Management of long-term conditions with support from lead nurses
• - Excellent interpersonal and teamworking skills
• - Ability to communicate complex messages to patients and families
• - Excellent time management skills/ability to prioritise and manage own time
• - Negotiation and conflict resolution/management skills
• - IT Skills

Desirable

• - Doppler
• - Contraceptive advice, sexual health screening and advice
• - Cervical Cytology
• - ECG'S

Qualifications

Essential

• - Registered Nurse (NMC)
• - UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK Professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers Website.
• - Disclosure and Barring Service Check
• - Significant Primary care of relevant experience
• - Management and education of patients with chronic disease/long term conditions
• - Evidence of ongoing CPD and revalidation
• - Certified in immunisations and vaccinations
• - Cervical Smear Taker

Desirable

• - Relevant Nursing/Health Degree
• - Experience in managing diabetes in primary care
• - Mentor/Teaching
• - Independent and Supplementary Prescribing qualification or be willing to work towards this in the future should the Practice's needs require this.

Experience

Essential

• - Minimum 2 years post- registration experience
• - Management of Long-term conditions
• - Involvement in implementing and using protocols and clinical guidelines
• - Experience of audit

Desirable

• - At least 1 year recent primary or community nursing experience
• - Experience of working with the SystmOne clinical system
• - Knowledge of QOF, NICE guidance and national screening programmes

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

Betts Avenue Medical Centre

Address

2 Betts Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE15 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Phlebotomist is responsible for providing a high-quality, safe and efficient phlebotomy service for patients attending New Court Surgery. The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team, undertaking venepuncture procedures, ensuring accurate sample collection and handling, and supporting the delivery of excellent patient care within a busy primary care setting.

• Perform venepuncture procedures for patients in accordance with practice policies, clinical protocols and professional standards.
• Accurately identify patients and ensure all samples are correctly labelled and processed.
• Prepare, handle and dispatch blood samples to the appropriate laboratory in line with requirements.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records using the clinical system.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients who may be anxious or distressed during procedures.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to adverse reactions during and following blood collection.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control at all times.
• Ensure clinical rooms are clean, well-stocked and appropriately prepared for patient appointments.
• Monitor and report low stock levels of consumables and equipment.
• Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, information governance and confidentiality policies.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants and administrative colleagues to support excellent patient care.
• Participate in mandatory training, team meetings and continuing professional development activities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of undertaking venepuncture in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when supporting anxious patients.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and dignity.
• Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems.
• All staff are expected to:
• Act in accordance with the practice values and code of conduct.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in line with GDPR and NHS guidance.
• Demonstrate equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of their work.
• Participate in appraisal, supervision and training as required.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role and responsibilities of the post.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within General Practice or Primary Care.
• Knowledge of System One clinical system.
• Awareness of current NHS standards and guidelines.
• Care Certificate or relevant healthcare qualification.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

New Court Surgery

Address

Borough Fields Shopping Centre

Royal Wootton Bassett

Swindon

Wiltshire

SN4 7AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.newcourt-wilts.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)