Job summary

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Community Children's Nurse to work in the Continuing Care Team as a clinical lead. This is a clinical role to manage the continuing care caseload, it is separate and apart from the undertaking of continuing care assessments and care package set up, the focus of the nurse will be to lead on areas related to direct clinical care.

Main duties of the job

• Ensuring the Continuing Care Team (0-18 years) provides a high quality, evidence based locally appropriate service to families.
• Identifying new theories, policies and guidelines relating to complex health needs care in the community; disseminating research findings and developing local policies and standards accordingly.
• Providing professional and clinical leadership to all children's community nursing staff, ensuring that they are engaged with and adhering to local policies, guidelines and expectations.
• Assessing nursing care needs, developing, implementing and evaluating programmes of nursing care for children and young people on the caseload.

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our progressive, pharmacy team. Your role would be to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to inpatient and community mental health service users in Leeds by way of clinical interventions, medicines information and education and training. We have four sites across Leeds each with a subspecialty, which as part of a rotation you will gain extensive experience of.You will ideally have had some experience of working in secondary care although not essential. Good organisational and communication skills are essential as is an interest in mental health. Applications from pharmacists working in all sectors welcome.In return, we will support your personal and continued professional development in general and mental health pharmacy by way of in-house training or postgraduate programmes as relevant.

Alternatively for further information and informal discussion contact Michael Dixon ( Lead Pharmacist) on telephone 07929 015383 ([email protected]) or Alex Hoang Advanced Clinical Pharmacist - Older age psychiatry 07971 882505 ([email protected] )

Main duties of the job

As a specialist clinical pharmacist in LYPFT, you will develop medicines knowledge and skills with the support of a training programme to advise clinical and healthcare teams on the safe and appropriate use of mental health medicines. You will have a clinical role working with ward / community hub clinical teams and also work independently to support medicines optimisation for service users of LYPFT. You will have opportunities to develop your training skills and educate yourself and others with regards to mental health medicines, develop your leadership and operational management skills and take part in quality improvement and service developments. We have a range of general and specialist mental health services including inpatient Adult and Older Peoples, Forensic, Recovery and Rehabilitation and community and primary care mental health services to the population of Leeds, forensic and CAMHS services to the population of York and tertiary specialist services such as Child and Adolescent Services and the National Inpatient Centre for Psychological Medicine for you to gain exposure of and experience within.

About us

The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) is the main provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. We also provide specialist inpatient services in York and some highly specialised services across the country. As a teaching trust with strong links to local universities, we are a centre of excellence for teaching, research and development.

There are many benefits of working for LYPFT including fantastic employee wellbeing support, 27 - 33 days annual leave, flexible working and remote working arrangements, the NHS Pension Scheme, coaching, support and opportunities for career development and training and education support alongside a range of exclusive discounts and payment schemes including for cars, extra leave days and more NHS Discount Offers.

We also have a bank department, offering variety of roles in nursing, allied health professions, healthcare support worker and administration clerical. Permanent employees are automatically added to bank.

Applicants should be aware that individuals requiring a visa to work in the UK, the Trust only provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles(this does not include Healthcare Support Workers). This is an essential requirement, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you do not meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Job summary

One Health is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Consultant Anaesthetist to join our surgical team at the One Health Elective Surgery Hub, North Lincolnshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established and expanding independent healthcare provider delivering high-quality elective surgical services for NHS patients. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing expert anaesthetic care, supporting service development, and ensuring the delivery of outstanding patient outcomes within a dedicated elective surgery environment.

This is a full-time employed position, working Monday to Friday, based primarily at:

One Health Elective Surgery Hub North Lincolnshire

Warren Road

SCUNTHORPE

DN15 6XH

Salary will be in line with the NHS Consultant pay scale, depending on experience.

Applicants should be experienced substantive NHS Consultants, be included on the GMC Specialist Register, and hold unrestricted GMC registration and licence to practise.

Main duties of the job

The role will involve providing comprehensive anaesthetic services for NHS patients referred to One Health.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing high-quality anaesthetic care for elective surgical patients.

Undertaking pre-operative assessment, optimisation and perioperative management.

Supporting post-operative recovery and pain management.

Working collaboratively with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective patient care.

Maintaining accurate clinical records and complying with clinical governance and regulatory requirements.

Contributing to service development, audit and quality improvement activities.

Supporting appraisal, revalidation and a culture of continuous clinical excellence.

About us

One Health was established in Sheffield in 2004 and has successfully grown to become a significant healthcare provider in the region. Our services are available to NHS and private patients, with clinics located across Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire.

We have a dedicated Patient Liaison Department (PLD) providing high-quality administrative support alongside advanced technology that enables us to deliver a modern, paperless and secure service. One Health is committed to clinical excellence and providing innovative, high-quality healthcare services that improve patient outcomes and access to care.

The One Health Elective Surgery Hub North Lincolnshire is One Health's first dedicated elective surgery hub, developed to provide high-quality surgical care within a state-of-the-art facility, supporting timely access to treatment and excellent patient experiences.

Job summary

The pharmacy department has a long history of innovation, with established prescribing guidelines, excellent relationships with medical staff, a strong culture of leading clinical audit and research projects and an excellent publication record. All of these attributes we wish to extend to the prison pharmacy services.

We believe in supporting our staff to develop to their full potential.

Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post

Main duties of the job

If you are a pharmacy assistant with experience of working in a prison setting or a retail pharmacy, this post could be for you. The post-holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the pharmacy stock and ensuring delivery schedules are to time. You will work under the supervision of the Senior Pharmacy Technician.

The post-holder will be based at the dedicated pharmacy department at HMP Wandsworth.

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day line management and supervision of the ED Reception team, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and the delivery of an efficient, professional and patient-focused reception service.

The Administrative Line Manager will be responsible for the line management of administrative and clerical staff and the day to day running of administrative functions within the Emergency Department (North).

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Community Mental Health Practitioner to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at Donnington DCMH, in Telford, Shropshire.

This is a locum role (37.5 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Hourly Rate - £28.28 per hour

Main duties of the job

• To provide an outpatient occupationally focused community mental health service within their area of responsibility (AOR) of the Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH)/liaison role. This will include helping to organise and deliver therapeutic interventions, educational training and mental health promotion initiatives in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary mental health team.
• To carry out initial mental health assessments and subsequent reviews for all personnel referred to the DCMH.
• To be responsible for an identified case load by reviewing client needs with ongoing development and evaluation of individual treatment plans.
• To maintain accurate contemporaneous electronic records and clinical notes of all client contact.
• To provide reports to and maintain effective liaison with referring Medical Officers (MOs), General Practitioners and other relevant professional agencies following initial assessment, on discharge or whenever appropriate.
• To participate in and provide clinical supervision.
• To participate in departmental clinical and business meetings and take the lead in initiatives as directed by the Clinical Lead or Department Manager.
• To recognise limits of competence and seek clinical supervision and/or advice as appropriate.
• To be involved in Health Governance (HG) and take the lead on initiatives (e.g. audits) as directed by the HG lead.

About us

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:

Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.

Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:

• Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model
• A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability
• Free uniforms provided (if required)
• A PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.
• Free mandatory training
• Weekly payments
• Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements.

Please note that MMP is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours.

Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted regarding their application.

Job summary

Band 6 Biomedical Scientist in Blood Sciences at Guy's and St Thomas' laboratories specialising in Blood Transfusion and Haematology - 24/7 shift - Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity for a full time Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) at Guy's and St Thomas' Blood Sciences Essential Services Laboratory (ESL) within one of the leading teaching hospitals in the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced state registered BMS to gain further experience and develop skills and knowledge. This is a 24/7 shift role.

You will work with a highly trained and knowledgeable BMS laboratory team initially rotating through Blood Transfusion, routine Haematology and Coagulation. This post may also in the future include rotation into the routine Biochemistry Laboratory as we move to a multidisciplinary setting in the ESL.

Blood Transfusion utilise Winpath Enterprise, Blood-Track systems and Bio-Rad analysers. Haematology and Coagulation use Epic Beaker, Sysmex XN and Sysmex CN.

You will be fully supported and upon satisfactory completion of in-house training and competency assessment you will be required to work on the 24/7 out of hours rota.

We welcome applications from candidates working towards their specialist portfolio.

Main duties of the job

This role delivers biomedical investigations as part of the laboratory team in Synnovis.

Within this you will be issuing blood products, processing specimens, analysing and releasing results whilst maintaining local quality systems. Reporting to the Senior Specialist BMS or Operations Manager, you will be developing your specialist knowledge and skills to ensure the successful delivery of pathology services, in line with our corporate objectives.

You will hold a variety of accountabilities in the laboratory environment. These include, but are not limited to:

• Complete routine biomedical investigations in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and within specific turnaround times.
• Develop specialist expertise in complex investigations and troubleshooting techniques.
• Deliver work autonomously within all regulations and legislative requirements.
• Operate and maintain complex laboratory equipment within all safety standards relevant to your area.
• Support colleagues with guidance and answering questions as required.
• Use cost effective methods in your practice and maintain levels of consumable goods and supplies in your area, and report shortages accordingly.

About us

Your Development and Learning

You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through the Synnovis Development programme, the Scientific Learning and Development Fund and the Synnovis Academy through which you can receive funding / support for advanced qualifications.

Through our Innovation Accelerator Fund, you can apply for finance to get that new innovative scientific project off the ground, and participate with the wider scientific community through symposiums, conferences and other peer group meetings.

Job summary

Are you an experienced registered mental health professional ready to lead and inspire? Our Retreat service in Weymouth is looking for a Team Leader to guide a compassionate, multidisciplinary team delivering person-centred support to people experiencing self-defined crisis.

Delivered in partnership with Dorset Mental Health Forum as part of Access Mental Health Services, the Retreat provides a safe, therapeutic space from 4pm-12am, seven days a week. The service is rooted in recovery-focused practice, supporting people to understand their experiences, build on their strengths and develop meaningful coping strategies.

As Retreat Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the service, leading a diverse team of lived-experience peer specialists and registered mental health practitioners. You will champion a culture of openness, compassion and reflective practice, where lived experience and clinical expertise are equally valued, and where co-production and collaboration are central to how the service operates.

You will uphold and actively advocate for the values of the partnership, ensuring care is safe, inclusive and dignified, and responsive to the impact of social inequality on mental health. You will also play a key role in service development, helping to shape a sustainable model that supports people to recover, build resilience and move forward.

Main duties of the job

You will provide visible, supportive, and consistent leadership to the Retreat team, including mental health practitioners, support workers and peer specialists.

You will lead with enthusiasm and act as a positive role model to promote a culture of compassion, inclusion, and professional development.

You will ensure effective day-to-day management, including staffing, supervision, performance management, and development.

You will ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centred services aligned with the values of integrated care.

You will build and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including local authorities, primary care, VCSE providers, and community services.

You will actively contribute to the co-design, co-production and planning of services in alignment with Trust, Forum, and national objectives.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£29,632 to £33,909 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-M297.26A

Job locations

Retreat West based at The Lantern Trust

2 Ranelagh Road

Weymouth

DT4 7JD

United Kingdom

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 contact [email protected]

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 contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge skills and training

Essential

• Registered health practitioner to degree level supplemented by minimum PG Dip (120 credits) plus working towards MA / MSc or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
• Evidence of recent evidence based professional development in an up to date portfolio
• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
• Broad clinical and multi-agency knowledge Skills in co-production and partnership working
• Knowledge and understanding of the Trust's and Dorset Mental Health Forums Strategic approach
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to area of clinical practice

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience as a registered practitioner at Band 6 level as above
• Demonstrates specialist expertise and knowledge underpinned by theory acquired through CPD in relation to Recovery approached clinical assessment, treatment and evaluation
• Evidence of effective Risk management and Person focused Crisis Support skills
• Evidence of relevant involvement in meeting clinical governance objectives
• Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of health policy and its application in practice
• Evidence of education and training in practice
• Experience of interdisciplinary working and working with Peer Specialists
• Practical experience of facilitating and managing change
• Able to demonstrate highly developed physical skills where accuracy is important such as in the manipulation of fine tools and materials for patient interventions.

MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Previous clinical people management experience
• Able to act as a clinical supervisor

Desirable

• Managing and supporting Peer Staff

FINANCE/RESOURCES

Essential

• Able to promote the best use of available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
• Experience of budget management.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Essential

• Confident in the use of computer systems, spread sheets, databases, data collection and coordination, word processing and report writing.
• Experience of electronic patient / service user record systems, data entry and reporting

Person Specification Knowledge skills and training Essential Registered health practitioner to degree level supplemented by minimum PG Dip (120 credits) plus working towards MA / MSc or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty Evidence of recent evidence based professional development in an up to date portfolio Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training Broad clinical and multi-agency knowledge Skills in co-production and partnership working Knowledge and understanding of the Trust's and Dorset Mental Health Forums Strategic approach Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to area of clinical practice JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE Essential Experience as a registered practitioner at Band 6 level as above Demonstrates specialist expertise and knowledge underpinned by theory acquired through CPD in relation to Recovery approached clinical assessment, treatment and evaluation Evidence of effective Risk management and Person focused Crisis Support skills Evidence of relevant involvement in meeting clinical governance objectives Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team Able to demonstrate knowledge of health policy and its application in practice Evidence of education and training in practice Experience of interdisciplinary working and working with Peer Specialists Practical experience of facilitating and managing change Able to demonstrate highly developed physical skills where accuracy is important such as in the manipulation of fine tools and materials for patient interventions. MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE Essential Previous clinical people management experience Able to act as a clinical supervisor Desirable Managing and supporting Peer Staff FINANCE/RESOURCES Essential Able to promote the best use of available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment Experience of budget management. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES Essential Confident in the use of computer systems, spread sheets, databases, data collection and coordination, word processing and report writing. Experience of electronic patient / service user record systems, data entry and reporting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Retreat West based at The Lantern Trust

2 Ranelagh Road

Weymouth

DT4 7JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Retreat West based at The Lantern Trust

2 Ranelagh Road

Weymouth

DT4 7JD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for experienced professionally registered, Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers or Occupational Therapists with a genuine passion for supporting those in mental health crisis, to complete the recruitment to our Connection team. We value all our team and offer a financial recruitment and retention premium on this post.

Connection is moving forward and this is an exciting time to join us for the next stages of our service development; increasing face to face community assessment work, and working collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure people in mental health crisis receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Based at St Ann's Hospital, with a sea view from the office, Connection is Dorset's 24/7 open access mental health crisis service. Access Mental Health Dorset

This is a diverse role with new challenges each day: Direct clinical assessments, advice and support, supervise our fantastic mental health support workers, give clinical advice to other agencies and emergency services, co-ordinate urgent and emergency responses, and liaise with a range of internal and external services.

We are committed to professional development and support, offering internal and external training/education programmes and supervision.

Full and part time hours available. This is a 24/7 service with shift patterns including weekends, bank holidays and nights. All reasonable flexible working requests will be considered.

Main duties of the job

This role includes a £3,000 Recruitment Premium lump sum on commencement of employment and thereafter a further £1,500 Retention Premium per annum (pro-rata), paid in equal monthly instalments provided you remain in post and subject to review by the Trust.

Telephone and face to face mental health assessments, brief clinical interventions and support, signposting and referrals.

Validating, de-escalating crisis and coaching people in distress tolerance and emotional regulation strategies. Using a range of brief interventions, you will empower patients, carers and families to manage distress and crisis effectively.

As well as telephone based work the role also include opportunity to complete urgent face to face assessments across Dorset when indicated.

Providing clinical information, advice and support to other professionals and emergency services. Supporting police and ambulance service in accessing most appropriate support for those presenting in mental health crisis.

The team is part of the Trust Access Mental Health services and works closely with a range of other teams and services, including Home Treatment teams, Liaison Psychiatry and the Retreats. Overnight, Connection covers the Home Treatment Team caseload and manages any referrals.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year p.a./pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

152-M258.25G

Job locations

St Ann's Hospital

69 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

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.

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]

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

Applications from candidates that require current Healthcare worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

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. 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] We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application. Applications from candidates that require current Healthcare worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
• Membership of the relevant Professional Body
• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
• Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio

Desirable

• Non-Medical Prescriber (if professionally appropriate)

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience working as a practitioner
• Experience of specialist working
• 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
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Desirable

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role

MANAGERIAL / SUPERVISORY

Essential

• Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff
• Experience of devising and delivering training

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Essential

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

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Experience of planning and organising complex activities, e.g. organise own time and that of junior staff and learners, planning off duty rotas and undertaking discharge planning involving co-ordination with other agencies.
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to practice
• Demonstrable leadership qualities and the ability to perform as a role model

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.

Person Specification KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING Essential Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty Membership of the relevant Professional Body Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio Desirable Non-Medical Prescriber (if professionally appropriate) JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE Essential Experience working as a practitioner Experience of specialist working 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 Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively Desirable Recent previous experience within a comparable role MANAGERIAL / SUPERVISORY Essential Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff Experience of devising and delivering training INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Essential Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES Essential Experience of planning and organising complex activities, e.g. organise own time and that of junior staff and learners, planning off duty rotas and undertaking discharge planning involving co-ordination with other agencies. Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to practice Demonstrable leadership qualities and the ability to perform as a role model 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.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Ann's Hospital

69 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Ann's Hospital

69 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you passionate about supporting people and understanding of mental health needs? If so, you could be the ideal candidate for our team.

We are recruiting band 5 employment specialists to join Dorset Work Matters (DWM), supporting clients across Dorset. These roles are made possible through expansion funding, reflecting commitment to extending specialist mental health employment support.

We currently have the following opportunities available: 1 full-time role covering West Dorset based within a Community Rehabilitation.

DWM is a well-established, high-performing partnership between Dorset Healthcare Trust and Dorset Mental Health Forum. Since 2019, the service has provided evidence-based support to individuals with mental health conditions, helping them secure paid employment through the nationally recognised individual placement and support (IPS) model.

We are seeking motivated specialists to support people with mental health conditions into sustainable employment, working closely with NHS teams, employers and partner organisations. You will build trusting relationships and provide practical, tailored support to help individuals achieve their employment goals, with much of the work being delivered in the community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.

Main duties of the job

To undertake weekly face-to-face engagement with local employers to proactively generate tailored job opportunities, including job carving, in line with IPS principles.

Work collaboratively with clients to identify employment goals, develop CVs and application forms, and prepare effectively for interviews.

Support clients in discussing their mental health condition with potential employers, should they choose to disclose.

Provide welfare benefits advice and calculations to help clients make informed employment decisions.

Deliver ongoing in-work support to both clients and employers, ensuring sustainable employment outcomes.

Adhere to the quality standards and compliance requirements of the IPS Fidelity Model, striving to meet or exceed the service's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in line with Service and IPS Fidelity Model requirements.

Perform a high volume of administrative duties with attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in reporting, documentation, and data entry.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-M188.26B

Job locations

West Dorset

West Dorset

West Dorset

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

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 contact [email protected]

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

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 contact [email protected] Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent training in a relevant field
• Experience or knowledge of employability or the labour market
• Team orientated and works collaboratively within a mixed-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Role specific experience of 2 years
• Trained in / knowledge of IPS approach
• Level 3 Diploma in Employability Services Sector Qualification

Job specific experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people with mental health problems or a similar client group within health, social services or the voluntary sector
• Experience of partnership working, negotiation and liaison work with other stake holders and agencies

Desirable

• Experience of working within mental health services
• Previous experience of delivering a service using the IPS model

Personal qualities/attributes

Essential

• Excellent Organisational skills
• Ability to manage own time effectively and independently
• Natural ability to build close trusting and productive relationships with people
• Highly motivated with a genuine belief that employment will help the recovery of someone with a mental health condition

Desirable

• Lived experience / experience of recovery from a mental health condition

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.

Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent training in a relevant field Experience or knowledge of employability or the labour market Team orientated and works collaboratively within a mixed-disciplinary team Desirable Role specific experience of 2 years Trained in / knowledge of IPS approach Level 3 Diploma in Employability Services Sector Qualification Job specific experience Essential Experience of working with people with mental health problems or a similar client group within health, social services or the voluntary sector Experience of partnership working, negotiation and liaison work with other stake holders and agencies Desirable Experience of working within mental health services Previous experience of delivering a service using the IPS model Personal qualities/attributes Essential Excellent Organisational skills Ability to manage own time effectively and independently Natural ability to build close trusting and productive relationships with people Highly motivated with a genuine belief that employment will help the recovery of someone with a mental health condition Desirable Lived experience / experience of recovery from a mental health condition 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.

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

West Dorset

West Dorset

West Dorset

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Dorset

West Dorset

West Dorset

DT6 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Courtside Surgery is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable Administrator to join our team in supporting our patients and clinical staff at the surgery.

We are seeking someone who enjoys working part of a team as well as independently, who can multi-task and thrives in a busy working environment.

A keen eye for detail is essential. Flexibility is important to be able to cover colleagues during periods of sickness or holidays.

Training will be given in all aspects of the job, so the successful candidate must be keen to learn new skills and enjoy a varied role. Candidates must be confident using IT.

This is a part time role for 21 hours over 3 days.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 21st October.

Main duties of the job

To provide efficient and accurate administrative support to the practices prescription and medicines management processes. The role involves processing repeat prescription requests, dealing with patient enquiries, liaising with pharmacies and other healthcare professionals, and ensuring prescription-related tasks are completed safely, promptly and in accordance with practice procedures.

The post holder will work closely with GPs, prescribing clinicians, pharmacists, reception and administrative staff to support the safe and effective delivery of the practices prescription service.

About us

Courtside Surgery is a busy GP practice in Yate caring for around 15200 patients. Our administrative team deal with a wide range of patient queries and tasks.

Job summary

Two outstanding individuals are sought to fulfil the roles of Deputy Head of School in Psychiatry working across the South West.

The two posts will be available on the basis of a secondment arrangement from their host institution to NHS England - 1.25 PA per week each (5 hours), worked flexibly. The contracts are until the 31 October 2027 in the first instance.

All work undertaken should be incorporated into the Consultant Job Plan. The role of Deputy Head of School is to work with the Head of School and support the Postgraduate Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate.

The Deputy Head of School will work with the Head of School in focussing upon improvement of learner supervision, assessment and experience, engagement of faculty and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidates will be an experienced clinicians with a thorough understanding of education and training across the region. They will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team.

About us

Our work supports the NHS to deliver high quality services for patients and best value for taxpayers.

Our staff bring expertise across hundreds of specialisms -- including clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.

We lead the NHS in England by:

• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money

Earlier this year, the Government announced that NHS England will gradually merge with the Department of Health and Social Care, leading to full integration. The aim is to create a smaller, more strategic centre that reduces duplication and eliminates waste.

If successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the recruitment process.

Job summary

At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join the Pharmacy team at County Hospital where you will oversee the work in the Stores and Distribution area.

Experience we are looking for:

• Previous experience of working in a pharmacy environment
• It would be desirable but not essential to have experience of ward based automated/ pharmacy automated machines
• It is desirable but not essential to have previous experience of working in a warehouse/ stores environment
• Co-ordinating people and workflow
• Experience of evaluating and translating information from a variety of sources.
• Experience of communicating with patients and hospital staff over the phone
• Problem solving
• Good organisational skills

We take pride in supporting our staff throughout their career development and our strong retention rates reflect the value we place on nurturing individual growth.

Main duties of the job

You will support the supply of medicines, including liaising with wards and departments and external customers.

It is necessary to liaise with internal stakeholders to support the timely supply of medicines and processing of orders. We are looking for someone who is able to show initiative; is helpful and approachable; organised and can work accurately; good IT skills, problem solving and communication skills.

It is a requirement to be able to demonstrate working unsupervised to the required deadlines.

You will have previous experience in a similar environment, with a willingness to work in other areas within pharmacy.

You will be responsible for co-ordinating and supporting the pharmacy support staff in the processing of ward orders and stock requisitions for the delivery of medicines. You will provide leadership as part of the Pharmacy team and co-ordinate and support the training of staff. You will be required to liaise with clinical teams, ward staff and external customers to resolve queries and to ensure patients receive their medicines in a timely manner.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-8276861

Job locations

County Hospital

Weston Road

Stafford

ST16 3SA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Senior Assistant Technical Officer Stores and DistributionPharmacy DirectorateBand 337.5 hours per weekThings to remember when completing your application form.

• Link skills in the application in line with the person specification.
• Write about skills / experience you have relevant to this role
• Any work history, corresponding to the Job description.
• Supporting information not too lengthy and be specific and relevant to this post
• Overall - Ensure you promote your abilities and skills

Job description Job responsibilities Senior Assistant Technical Officer Stores and DistributionPharmacy DirectorateBand 337.5 hours per weekThings to remember when completing your application form. Link skills in the application in line with the person specification. Write about skills / experience you have relevant to this role Any work history, corresponding to the Job description. Supporting information not too lengthy and be specific and relevant to this post Overall - Ensure you promote your abilities and skills

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 4 GCSEs or equivalent - must include Maths and English at grade 4 or above - and BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Services or be working towards. OR 4 GCSEs or equivalent - must include Maths and English at grade 4 or above plus an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, in an area relevant to the role and willing to work towards BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Services

Experience

Essential

• At least 1 years' experience in a similar role
• Experience of using computer systems and applications
• Ability to lead and supervise other members of the team, prioritising and allocating work, ensuring rotas are complied with
• Good organisational skills for example when liaising with Lead Technician to compile rotas
• Ability to deal confidently and directly with all members of healthcare teams and members of the public
• Ability to investigate queries, taking appropriate action, liaising with technicians and pharmacists as necessary
• Pride in establishing and maintaining high standards of work and attention to detail
• Ability to work unsupervised and alone within departmental guidelines/SOPs

Desirable

• Previous experience of dealing with customers and difficult queries
• Work experience in any of the following: Hospital environment Stock control Reception/telephone work

Personal Qualities

Essential

• A positive 'can do' attitude combining an enthusiastic and intelligent approach to work
• Flexible approach to work including changing in work schedules and job rotation
• Participate in extended hours, weekend and bank holiday working
• Interest in expanding knowledge and self-development. Self-motivated and ability to motivate others

Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 GCSEs or equivalent - must include Maths and English at grade 4 or above - and BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Services or be working towards. OR 4 GCSEs or equivalent - must include Maths and English at grade 4 or above plus an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, in an area relevant to the role and willing to work towards BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Services Experience Essential At least 1 years' experience in a similar role Experience of using computer systems and applications Ability to lead and supervise other members of the team, prioritising and allocating work, ensuring rotas are complied with Good organisational skills for example when liaising with Lead Technician to compile rotas Ability to deal confidently and directly with all members of healthcare teams and members of the public Ability to investigate queries, taking appropriate action, liaising with technicians and pharmacists as necessary Pride in establishing and maintaining high standards of work and attention to detail Ability to work unsupervised and alone within departmental guidelines/SOPs Desirable Previous experience of dealing with customers and difficult queries Work experience in any of the following: Hospital environment Stock control Reception/telephone work Personal Qualities Essential A positive 'can do' attitude combining an enthusiastic and intelligent approach to work Flexible approach to work including changing in work schedules and job rotation Participate in extended hours, weekend and bank holiday working Interest in expanding knowledge and self-development. Self-motivated and ability to motivate others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

County Hospital

Weston Road

Stafford

ST16 3SA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

County Hospital

Weston Road

Stafford

ST16 3SA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Trust is seeking a consultant psychiatrist to join the Women's secure service and the SCFT. The vacancy has arisen as the result of service development, and the Trust regards this as an opportune moment to develop the functioning of the team.

This post will comprise of 5 sessions on Damson ward, in the women's Service and 5 sessions with the SCFT.

The post holder is expected to join the consultant on call rota.

While primarily responsible for delivering a quality clinical service, the consultant psychiatrist is also expected to be actively involved in the strategic development of the team and broader services, being involved with the team manager and locality manager in helping to steer the development of the service in line with the strategic direction of the organisation.

Main duties of the job

a) The post holder will provide clinical leadership to the SCFT and have responsibility to provide / input into the care, treatment and risk management for patients under the care coordination of the SCFT. This will include co-working alongside inpatient teams.

b) The post holder will fulfil the Responsible Clinician role for those who are discharged from secure care for follow up by their hub, including all aspects of management (outpatient reviews, MHT and Manager's Hearings (written and oral evidence), CPAs, ASRs and liaison with other organisations.

c) Direct patient contact will be distributed between the clinical base at St Bernards, the service user's placement, a local clinical site within the hub area, remote consultations and hospital wards, as clinically appropriate. Travel time will be planned within working hours.

d) The caseload for each consultant will vary from 20-30 outpatients where they will be providing taking full Responsible Clinician (RC) responsibility and 20-30 inpatients where they will be supporting inpatient teams but having no RC responsibility. Exact caseload sizes and the balance between outpatients and inpatients will vary across time and can be reviewed and agreed by the job planning process.

e) The post holder will be actively involved in the assessment and transition of patients leaving secure care either from WLFS or from out of area private low and medium secure beds.

About us

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Research Governance Manager, with experience of working at a regional level, to join the Research and Innovation Directorate (R&I) at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM). This senior role will provide regional leadership, co-ordination, and standardisation of research governance processes across the North Midlands, directly addressing critical bottlenecks in commercial and non-commercial study set-up. This role will play a key part in supporting centres at different stages of research sponsorship development by strengthening their research governance, monitoring, auditing, and oversight frameworks. Through targeted guidance, the role will ensure consistent standards across all areas and provide the necessary support to achieve and maintain MHRA readiness. You will reduce unwarranted variation, and support delivery of the 150-day research study set-up target.

Main duties of the job

The role will be instrumental in transforming future healthcare and improving outcomes through research evidence - both for our Trust and across the region. With NIHR infrastructure funding and the opening of our Commercial Research Delivery Centre in April 2025, this is an exciting time to join the UHNM R&I Directorate as we push the boundaries of clinical research to benefit patients.

We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Research Governance Manager with extensive experience, particularly with experience of working across multiple sites/regionally.

This is your opportunity to take on a strategic leadership role within the UHNM Research and Innovation Directorate, playing a pivotal part in the delivery of a governance service, regionally, that leads to tangible improvements in patient-centred research.

If you are passionate about leading research governance, and supporting all regional organisations this is your opportunity to make a significant difference.

This is a 3 year fixed term position

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

205-8287701

Job locations

Royal Stoke

Newcastle Road

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please see the attached job description and person specification. For further details please contact Sarah Jones-Faulkner

Job description Job responsibilities For further information please see the attached job description and person specification. For further details please contact Sarah Jones-Faulkner

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to master's level or equivalent experience in a relevant subject area (e.g. clinical research, healthcare management and governance, public health, biomedical science, or equivalent professional field)
• oGood Clinical Practice (GCP)
• oEvidence of continuous professional development (CPD) in research governance, regulatory compliance
• oFormal management or leadership training (or equivalent demonstrable experience operating at senior strategic level within complex healthcare systems).

Desirable

• oCoaching or mentoring qualification (or evidence of structured coaching/leadership development training).

Experience

Essential

• Active or previous role in a university or NHS research management team
• Active or previous governance role in regional and/or national organisation research or innovation
• Improves communication amongst colleagues using a range of skills including influencing, advocacy, championing, and facilitation
• Promotes and models good practice consistent with legislation relating to: oGovernance oResearch oData protection

Desirable

• Challenges inferior performance of colleagues in a supportive, constructive, and effective manner

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEducated to master's level or equivalent experience in a relevant subject area (e.g. clinical research, healthcare management and governance, public health, biomedical science, or equivalent professional field) oGood Clinical Practice (GCP) oEvidence of continuous professional development (CPD) in research governance, regulatory compliance oFormal management or leadership training (or equivalent demonstrable experience operating at senior strategic level within complex healthcare systems). Desirable oCoaching or mentoring qualification (or evidence of structured coaching/leadership development training). Experience Essential Active or previous role in a university or NHS research management team Active or previous governance role in regional and/or national organisation research or innovation Improves communication amongst colleagues using a range of skills including influencing, advocacy, championing, and facilitation Promotes and models good practice consistent with legislation relating to: oGovernance oResearch oData protection Desirable Challenges inferior performance of colleagues in a supportive, constructive, and effective manner

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke

Newcastle Road

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke

Newcastle Road

Stoke on Trent

ST4 6QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Join our dynamic team at Foundry Healthcare Lewes as we strive to deliver exceptional care to our community. We have an exciting opportunity and are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way across all Foundry Healthcare Lewes sites.

Provide general assistance to the Practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.

Main duties of the job

• Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the Practice
• Deal with all general enquiries, explain procedures and make new and follow-up appointments.
• Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery.
• Contact patients by telephone or letter at Doctors request to arrange appointments.
• Patient notes and correspondence:
• Enter data onto patient computer records as required
• Ensure the kitchen and waiting room are kept clean and tidy in turn with other staff.

Premises:

• Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive, de-activate alarm and make all necessary preparations to receive patients. When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the building is totally secured, internal lights are off and the alarm activated.
• Take new registration forms and check they are appropriately completed.
• Carry out administrative duties as requested.
• Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Team Leader or Patient Services Manager.
• Undertake any training required by the practice

About us

Foundry is a single Practice PCN serving a population of circa 28,500 patients in the Lewes and Ringmer area of East Sussex. We operate from three surgery sites in Lewes and one in Ringmer, a mixture of both purpose built and converted buildings. Foundry aims to provide consistently excellent primary care to our local population and to develop a comprehensive population health management approach with our patients and partners.

Job summary

Band 5 Rotational Podiatrist - Acute & Community Services

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is excited to offer a new and innovative Band 5 Rotational Podiatrist opportunity. This permanent post has been designed to provide a newly qualified or early-career podiatrist with a unique opportunity to gain experience across both our Acute Hospital and Community Foot Health services.

Working across Lambeth, Southwark and our hospital sites, you will develop a diverse clinical skillset whilst being supported by experienced clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams. This rotational role offers exposure to a wide range of patient groups and clinical environments, providing an excellent foundation for future career progression.

Within our Community Foot Health service, you will experience and have exposure to caseloads including wound care, musculoskeletal presentations, nail surgery and domiciliary care. You will undertake regular home visits using Trust vehicles and be provided with remote IT equipment to support agile working.

Within our Acute Foot Health service, you gain valuable experience working alongside multidisciplinary teams managing high-risk foot complications. Opportunities include exposure to busy acute clinics, inpatient care, diabetic foot MDTs, vascular pathways, offloading and casting techniques and negative pressure wound therapy (VAC).

You will receive comprehensive induction, supervision and ongoing professional development throughout your rotations.

Main duties of the job

As a Rotational Band 5 Podiatrist, you will work across both Community and Acute Foot Health Services, developing a broad range of clinical skills and experience.

Your duties will include:

• Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients with a wide range of foot health conditions under the guidance of senior clinicians.
• Providing podiatric care to patients with diabetes, vascular disease, musculoskeletal conditions, wounds and other complex health needs.
• Participating in community clinics, home visits, hospital outpatient clinics and inpatient services.
• Working as part of multidisciplinary teams including diabetology, vascular surgery, renal medicine, nursing and community healthcare services.
• Supporting specialist services including wound care, nail surgery, biomechanics, offloading and casting.
• Participating in diabetic foot MDTs and contributing to the management of patients with complex and high-risk foot conditions.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to service audits, quality improvement initiatives and clinical governance activities.
• Receiving structured supervision, mentorship and professional development to support progression through the rotational programme.

The role requires flexibility to work across a range of community and hospital settings throughout Lambeth, Southwark and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.

About us

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest and most successful NHS foundation trusts in the UK, providing specialist and community healthcare services to a diverse population.

Our Foot Health Service sits within the Specialist Ambulatory Medical Services Directorate and consists of approximately 50 staff delivering care across community, hospital and podiatric surgery services.

We provide:

• Community Foot Health services across Lambeth and Southwark.Acute inpatient and outpatient podiatry services at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals.Specialist diabetic foot services and multidisciplinary foot clinics.Wound care and advanced therapies.Musculoskeletal podiatry.Nail surgery services.Domiciliary care

This rotational post offers a unique opportunity to gain experience across the full patient pathway, from community-based prevention and management through to acute inpatient care and specialist multidisciplinary services.

You will be supported by experienced clinicians who are passionate about education, development and delivering outstanding patient care. Our service has a strong culture of learning, innovation and collaboration, providing an excellent environment for newly qualified podiatrists to develop their careers.

At Guy's and St Thomas', our values are at the heart of everything we do:

Caring - We put patients first.

Ambitious - We innovate and strive for excellence.

Inclusive - We respect each other and work collaboratively.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£38,488 to £46,852 a year p.a. inc HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

196-LIS10848M

Job locations

Artesian

94 Alscot Road

London

SE1 3GG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will participate in a rotational programme across the Community and Acute Foot Health Services at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.

The role has been specifically designed to provide broad clinical exposure and accelerated professional development for Band 5 podiatrists. The post holder will assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients with a wide variety of podiatric conditions whilst working alongside specialist clinicians and multidisciplinary teams.

The rotational programme will provide experience across:

• Community Foot Health clinics.
• Domiciliary (home visit) services.
• Diabetic foot screening and management.
• Wound care services.
• Musculoskeletal podiatry.
• Nail surgery services.
• Acute inpatient podiatry.
• Multidisciplinary diabetic foot clinics.
• Offloading and casting techniques.
• Negative pressure wound therapy (VAC).
• High-risk foot and limb preservation services.

The post holder will be expected to work autonomously within their level of competence whilst seeking support and guidance from senior clinicians as required. They will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based podiatric care and actively participate in continuing professional development activities.

Additional Responsibilities Specific to this Rotational Post

• Participate in planned rotations across acute and community podiatry services.
• Attend multidisciplinary foot team meetings and specialist clinics.
• Develop competencies in high-risk foot assessment, wound management, offloading and acute podiatry interventions.
• Undertake domiciliary visits as part of the community rotation, supported by Trust vehicles and mobile IT equipment.
• Engage fully with supervision, mentorship and competency development frameworks.
• Contribute to service improvement, audit and quality initiatives across both acute and community settings.
• Actively maintain a portfolio of learning and development throughout the rotational programme.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will participate in a rotational programme across the Community and Acute Foot Health Services at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. The role has been specifically designed to provide broad clinical exposure and accelerated professional development for Band 5 podiatrists. The post holder will assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients with a wide variety of podiatric conditions whilst working alongside specialist clinicians and multidisciplinary teams. The rotational programme will provide experience across: Community Foot Health clinics. Domiciliary (home visit) services. Diabetic foot screening and management. Wound care services. Musculoskeletal podiatry. Nail surgery services. Acute inpatient podiatry. Multidisciplinary diabetic foot clinics. Offloading and casting techniques. Negative pressure wound therapy (VAC). High-risk foot and limb preservation services. The post holder will be expected to work autonomously within their level of competence whilst seeking support and guidance from senior clinicians as required. They will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based podiatric care and actively participate in continuing professional development activities. Additional Responsibilities Specific to this Rotational Post Participate in planned rotations across acute and community podiatry services. Attend multidisciplinary foot team meetings and specialist clinics. Develop competencies in high-risk foot assessment, wound management, offloading and acute podiatry interventions. Undertake domiciliary visits as part of the community rotation, supported by Trust vehicles and mobile IT equipment. Engage fully with supervision, mentorship and competency development frameworks. Contribute to service improvement, audit and quality initiatives across both acute and community settings. Actively maintain a portfolio of learning and development throughout the rotational programme.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective Communicator
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Desirable

• Evidence of advanced communication skills i.e. public speaking

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with a range of patient and disease/pathology types including the at risk and high risk foot
• Experience of using initiative and assertiveness
• Experience of Foot health education
• Experience of undertaking new patient assessments

Desirable

• Experience of nail surgery
• Experience of Biomecahnics

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine with certificate in local anaesthesia
• HCPC registered Podiatrist
• Awareness of equal opportunities and EDI
• Demonstrate knowledge and interest in the service

Desirable

• Valid driving licence

Person Specification Skills and Abilities Essential Effective Communicator Ability to work as part of a team Ability to remain calm in stressful situations Desirable Evidence of advanced communication skills i.e. public speaking Experience Essential Experience of working with a range of patient and disease/pathology types including the at risk and high risk foot Experience of using initiative and assertiveness Experience of Foot health education Experience of undertaking new patient assessments Desirable Experience of nail surgery Experience of Biomecahnics Knowledge/Qualifications Essential Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine with certificate in local anaesthesia HCPC registered Podiatrist Awareness of equal opportunities and EDI Demonstrate knowledge and interest in the service Desirable Valid driving licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Artesian

94 Alscot Road

London

SE1 3GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Artesian

94 Alscot Road

London

SE1 3GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Spiritual Care Co-ordinator to join our compassionate team. This is a part-time role working 30 hours per week, based at our Hospice in Cambridge. We are happy to discuss working patterns at interview; however, the needs of the role require the successful candidate to work on Tuesdays.

As our Spiritual Care Co-ordinator, you will co-ordinate and provide spiritual, religious and pastoral care to patients, families, carers, volunteers and colleagues across our services. You will support patients approaching the end of life, undertake spiritual assessments and contribute to holistic care planning, helping us to respond sensitively to each persons individual religious, cultural and spiritual needs.

Main duties of the job

• Working as part of the PFST to facilitate reflective discussions and provide pastoral support.
• Co-ordinating volunteers and developing links with community organisations, including local faith groups.
• Facilitating prayers, blessings, rituals, memorial services and acts of worship when requested.
• Offering spiritual support to families and carers before and after a death.
• Arranging and conducting remembrance events, such as Light Up a Life and Sunflower Memories, as well as memorial services.
• Recruiting, training, supervising and supporting spiritual care and chaplaincy volunteers.
• Planning and delivering education and awareness sessions on spirituality, spiritual assessment, cultural competence, grief, bereavement and compassionate care.

To be successful in this role, you will have a good understanding of spirituality within palliative and end-of-life care, along with experience of providing spiritual, pastoral or chaplaincy support in a healthcare, hospice, community or faith setting.

You will hold a degree-level qualification in Theology, Religious Studies, Chaplaincy, Pastoral Care, Counselling, Healthcare, Social Care or a related field, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.

You will also need experience of conducting significant life-event ceremonies, such as marriages, and of working within and co-ordinating multidisciplinary teams.

As the role involves travel within our hospice catchment area, you will need a valid driving licence.

About us

The Patient and Family Support Team (PFST) at Arthur Rank Hospice Charity provides practical and emotional support to patients and their families. This includes psychological and social support, spiritual care, counselling, and support both before and after bereavement.

There may occasionally be a need to work outside normal hours to support events. This will always be agreed in advance, and our time off in lieu (TOIL) system ensures that any additional hours are recognised.

Please note that this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Barred list checks included.

Please note that the salary quoted is based on full time hours and will be pro-ratad for part time posts. As a Charity with limited funds, it is usual practice for new starters to commence on the minimum of the salary band for the role. Exceptionally, and only for candidates demonstrating significant strengths relevant to the role, we may be able to negotiate on this.

We offer a range of benefits to our staff, including the option to retain membership to the NHS Pension scheme (subject to conditions.) Other benefits include:

• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Family friendly leave
• Access to lease car services
• Employee Assistance programmes
• Long Service Awards
• Discounts at our onsite bistro
• Access to free parking
• Ongoing training and development