Job description

Job responsibilities

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

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
• General education to A Level

Desirable

• Certificate in First Line Management
• IT Certificate (PowerPoint/Excel/Word

Knowledge, Skills

Essential

• Good organisational and time management skills
• Flexibility
• Strong commitment to openness, honesty, and integrity
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
• Ability to advocate assertively
• IT and administrative skills
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Commitment to improving patient care
• Motivating and empowering people
• Providing excellent customer service

Experience

Essential

• Experience with vulnerable/socially excluded adults
• Partnership working
• Knowledge of housing benefit / welfare system rules
• Knowledge of Housing Act / Homelessness Reduction Act
• Knowledge of Safeguarding, Mental Health, Care Act
• Multi-disciplinary team working
• Organisational skills
• Experience in clinical healthcare setting
• Experience managing caseloads

Desirable

• Experience of advocating for homeless individuals
• Knowledge of hospital EPR systems
• Experience of delivering training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Trust Wide

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) - NMC registration (Part 1)
• Diploma or Degree in Nursing (Adult Nursing)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development (CPD)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS) certification

Desirable

• Mentorship/ Practice Assessor or Teaching Qualification
• Relevant post-registration qualification in Endoscopy/Gastroenterology

Experience

Essential

• More than 3 years' experience in endoscopy as a staff nurse
• Experience caring for patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures
• Experience coordinating shifts or supervising staff
• Experience mentoring students or junior staff

Desirable

• Experience in specialist procedures such as ERCP and EUS
• Experience participating in service improvement projects

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of endoscopy procedures, patient safety, and recovery care
• Understanding of infection prevention, decontamination, and safe scope handling
• Ability to recognise and respond to deteriorating patients and emergencies
• Good leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Competent IT and documentation skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of JAG accreditation standards
• Teaching or presentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Post graduate education or equivalent experience in an area relevant to service improvement
• Evidence of significant personal development through formal courses and/or experience.

Desirable

• Prince 2 or other Project Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of operational and staff management in the NHS
• Track record of success in delivering change and project management
• Experience of managing and deciding on complex employment issues including handling grievances and disciplinary issues
• Budget management experience
• Experience of dealing with conflict and working with colleagues to agree remedial action as required
• Experience of writing complex business and project plans with evidence of delivery
• Experience of cost reduction delivery

Desirable

• Project Management experience

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Ability to analyse and effectively present performance data and identify areas for improvement
• Ability to problem solve and to develop solutions to issues Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to co-ordinate and investigate complaints, including experience of dealing with distressed patients I relatives / staff
• Ability to influence and negotiate at a senior level within the division and wider trust
• Comfortable with relevant IT software packages
• Knowledge Of NHS contracting processes
• Knowledge Of national NHS policy

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide operational support to the Financial Controller in the delivery of all statutory / NHS accounts and monthly returns (including Provider Financial Returns (PFRs), Statutory Accounts and detailed working papers) which should represent a true and fair view of the Trust position and meet financial timescales and legal requirements.

Input into the annual national Financial Planning Returns (FPRs) reflecting the current Trust plan in terms of the planned SOFP, projected Statement of Cash Flow (SOCF) and technical calculations, including the PDC dividend for the year.

Review all working papers for the monthly / annual accounts ensuring compliance with appropriate IFRS guidance, standards and timescales.

Review the integrity of the trial balance (TB), the Statement of Comprehensive Income (SOCI) and SOFP of both the Trust and the subsidiary Pharmacy Company and provide Group accounts with the appropriate elimination of inter-company transactions.

Operate an appropriate control environment relating to Trust control accounts and suspense accounts, ensuring that all procedures are followed in a timely manner.

Review the Trust / HPSN SOFP control accounts, ensuring reconciliations are completed, and reviewed, on time by responsible officers, in the prescribed Trust format. Working with the Senior Financial Accountant (Technical Accounts), the post holder will provide monthly performance reports to the Financial Controller to indicate the rate of completion and to ensure all reconciliations are completed on time and to the required standard.

Review SOFP control account reconciliations (including cash, receivables and payables) and obtain assurance over audit risk areas such as accruals by conducting an analytical review with counterparts (eg. Management Accountants) and challenging preparers / making recommendations as appropriate.

Undertake periodical reports to the Finance Performance Committee, including movements and trends in the key components of the SOFP and SOCF and seek / validate appropriate explanations for movements.

Assess overall emerging trends and recommend actions to the Financial Controller in addressing adverse movements in working capital, engaging with peers across the finance function as necessary.

Prepare for the annual accounts and audit by designing and maintaining a monthly set of working papers to audit standard, ensuring working papers are reviewed and signed off and professionally prepared.

Develop and maintain a close and productive working relationship with the Trusts external auditor in matters relating to the production of the annual statutory accounts and subsequent audit. Prepare audit evidence in advance of deadlines and be prepared for audit challenge as appropriate.

Convert audit recommendations (internal and external) into actions and provide assurance internally and externally that these have been implemented and tested within the stated timeframes as agreed with between the Financial Controller and the auditor.

Advise on, and co-ordinate the Agreement of Balances process (AoB), within the context of the overall accounts timetable, ensuring all AoB submissions are completed including the resolution of any mismatches.

Act on advice from the Senior Financial Accountant - Technical Accounts to correctly interpret and apply new or updated accounting standards as adopted by the NHS.

Source information to resolve complex financial problems or queries, and identify, report and resolve emerging problems before becoming a more significant issue for the Trust.

Review and sign-off draft PFR returns to provide assurance to the Financial Controller that there are no errors, challenging as necessary. Ensure all narratives, particularly relating to variances against plan, have been completed by all relevant parties.

Develop and maintain working relationships with internal colleagues (finance and non-finance) and external contacts (e.g. NHS SBS) ensuring an effective two-way flow of information and a common understanding of stakeholder requirements / offerings. Formalise such arrangements where it would be beneficial to the Trust.

Supervise internal cash flow forecasting, ensuring alignment with the SBS cashflow model and ensure a feedback loop to SBS covers known future cash flow items / changes.

Oversee the preparation of monthly cash forecasts for review by the Financial Controller and maintain and develop the rolling 12-month cash forecast to support monthly financial reporting (working capital, liquidity etc) and any new, or progress against ongoing, requests for cash support.

Prepare documentation / analysis for review by the Financial Controller relating to standing items reported to the Cash Committee.

Provide sign-off for the payment runs generated by SBS for the Trust and HPSN, ensuring the Trust has cash coverage. Adhering to policies authorised by the Cash Committee, prioritise payments as necessary to ensure the Trust can meet its statutory payables and payroll commitments, clearly understanding and reporting the consequences of any actions proposed.

Take responsibility and be accountable for items authorised and be ready to explain any subsequent queries.

Responsibility for the performance management and development of the Financial Accountant - Group Reporting and Cash.

Undertaking performance reviews, appraisals and regular 1:1 meetings.

Defining and embedding Trust values and behaviours within the Department.

Influencing and motivating colleagues to overcome resistance to change and implement and adapt to new ways of working, including automation and artificial intelligence to improve accuracy and timeliness.

Challenge existing practices to comply with current best practice.

Input into the Trust efficiency programme, identifying opportunities for the Trust to improve its margin via cost improvements, additional income or efficiencies.

Responsibility for ensuring effective communication and ensuring the team has a clear understanding of what is required of them.

Help ensure compliance with Corporate Governance (financial controls), Standing Orders, Standing Financial Instructions and other standards, working with colleagues across the Finance function and in the wider Trust to promote good governance practice and the highest standards of business conduct.

Continually review and update policies, aligning with the above controls and standards, and to protect the Trusts assets.

Any other duties as determined appropriate by the Financial Controller, including cross-cover for the Senior Financial Accountant Technical Accounts.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Professional CCAB Accountancy qualification or equivalent.
• Advanced theoretical and practical accounting, systems & management knowledge.
• Expert knowledge of accounting and reporting standards (including IFRS).
• Expert knowledge of financial accounting processes, VAT, financial systems and financial legislation.
• Committed to instigating and maintaining own Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and encouraging / enabling that of others.

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS finance policies.
• Experience of cash flow forecasting and the NHS cash regime as applied to capital and revenue (including applications of Public Dividend Capital).
• At least 3 years post qualification experience.

Experience

Essential

• NHS finance experience, including in depth specialist knowledge of financial and accounting procedures, financial aspects of NHS legislation and NHS finance policies
• Experience of advising finance and non-finance managers on financial matters, providing detailed advice and guidance.
• At least 3 years management experience in a large complex and multi-disciplinary organisation, including staff leadership roles.
• Interpretation of complex guidance and its potential impact.
• Advanced level of understanding of Microsoft Excel, including the use of advanced functionality.
• Experience of advising finance and non-finance managers on financial matters, providing detailed advice and guidance.

Desirable

• Experience in an NHS Provider Finance function.
• Working knowledge of Oracle general ledger systems
• Systems development / implementation
• Delivery of Statutory Accounts.
• Completion and validation of Provider Financial Returns (PFR).
• Experience of using Robotic Automated Processes (RPA) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency.

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential

• Strong interpersonal skills, proven ability to develop and sustain productive relationships with team members, colleagues and other managers.
• Provide and present highly complex sensitive information.
• Communicate effectively at all levels, both orally and in writing, recognising the differing needs of the audience, and respond appropriately with tact & diplomacy over contentious issues.
• Develop and delivers formal, complex financial presentations (eg impacts of changes in accounting regulations or internal processes) to large groups of (often senior) non-finance managers.
• Discuss, make decisions and resolve complex financial queries including confidential, legal and other sensitive issues.
• Feed-back, train and deal with performance issues for staff.
• Encourage a customer-focused business-like approach considering the effect of actions on other stakeholders.
• Invite full participation and encourage staff to offer ideas.
• Exposure to occasional emotional circumstances and empathise and deal with angry or upset colleagues.
• Advises & constrains senior staff over financial issues, persuading them to a certain course of action.
• Negotiates with NHS, external organisations over significant cost, service issues.
• Provide and present highly complex sensitive information & convey financial concepts clearly and persuasively

Analytical and Judgement Skills

Essential

• Analyse frequently complex problems specifically relating to cash management and dealing with cash shortfalls.
• Analyse frequently complex problems specifically relating to cash management and dealing with cash shortfalls.

Planning and Organisation Skills

Essential

• Delivery of accounting/financial services over the financial year own area
• Plan projects to positively impact across the department & the organisation.
• Contribute to the overall financial strategy and finance accreditation.
• Work on own initiative and lead the team by example.
• Prepare plans for the financial and people aspects of service provision
• Contribute to medium term financial strategy with planning colleagues and model the impact of financial forecasts / capital programmes etc on cash and working capital

Physical Skills

Essential

• Ability to concentrate for long periods (inputting, validating and financial data analysis).
• Light physical effort required - sitting, standing, walking and driving / travelling.
• Use of PC / Laptop / display screen equipment continuously.
• Concentration required when inputting data, checking and reconciling information, making calculations and when answering queries.
• May be required to switch tasks with no notice.
• Office conditions may vary from time to time (eg. open plan, single office).

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

• Requirement to work flexibly, including working on-site depending on the requirements of the role or the wider team at any particular time.
• Requirement to attend face to face meetings and other activities (eg training, stock takes).
• Requirement to attend virtual (MS Teams) meetings when working from home and be present and available during office hours.
• Responsible for day to day management including: recruitment (or assisting with recruitment), appraisal, discipline, training, delegation/ line manager for department.
• Responsible for introducing, adapting and improving financial systems in own area of responsibility, for use by others.
• Works autonomously, and interprets available Accounting Standards.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oBehave in a way that is consistent with the Trust's Team NUH behavioural standards.

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

Trust HQ

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The proposed Job Plan is detailed in this job description.

The appointee will be expected to fulfil the following duties with the agreed Job Plan.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 year SHO level experience in OMFS/Oral Surgery

Desirable

• Experience working within an acute hospital setting

Skills

Essential

• Evidenced technical skills as described in the job description

Training and qualifications

Essential

• Full GDC registration
• Appropriate postgraduate experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Experience consistent with registrar-level (ST3+) practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

Queens Medical Centre

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached.

If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level education or equivalent knowledge and skills through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience
• Professional UK registration e.g. NMC, HPC
• Computer literate

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD) clearly recorded for professional profile
• Completed clinical placements in a variety of areas
• Knowledge of the management of in-patients and outpatients including evidence based strategies
• Knowledge and experience of a range of approaches to the management of patients utilising clinical reasoning
• Multidisciplinary team working
• Understanding of Health Environment policies and legislation including Clinical, HR, E&D, Governance
• Adherence to current statutory requirements, standards and regulations
• Awareness of local and national agenda within the speciality

Desirable

• Experience of staff supervision
• Awareness of local and national agenda within the speciality

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the required behaviour in keeping with the Trust Values
• Ability to communicate written and verbal information in English, keeping legible and accurate notes
• Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
• Good communication skills to communicate complex, sensitive or confidential information in an appropriate manner
• Understands the legal responsibilities of the profession
• Show evidence of being self-motivated and motivate others
• Be able to demonstrate initiative
• Have a flexible approach
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
• Ability to work with the multi/interdisciplinary team and set goals

Desirable

• Customer service experience i.e. dealing within complaints

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basingstoke

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached.

If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level education or equivalent knowledge and skills through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience
• Professional UK registration e.g. NMC, HPC
• Computer literate

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD) clearly recorded for professional profile
• Completed clinical placements in a variety of areas
• Knowledge of the management of in-patients and outpatients including evidence based strategies
• Knowledge and experience of a range of approaches to the management of patients utilising clinical reasoning
• Multidisciplinary team working
• Understanding of Health Environment policies and legislation including Clinical, HR, E&D, Governance
• Adherence to current statutory requirements, standards and regulations
• Awareness of local and national agenda within the speciality

Desirable

• Experience of staff supervision
• Awareness of local and national agenda within the speciality

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the required behaviour in keeping with the Trust Values
• Ability to communicate written and verbal information in English, keeping legible and accurate notes
• Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
• Good communication skills to communicate complex, sensitive or confidential information in an appropriate manner
• Understands the legal responsibilities of the profession
• Show evidence of being self-motivated and motivate others
• Be able to demonstrate initiative
• Have a flexible approach
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
• Ability to work with the multi/interdisciplinary team and set goals

Desirable

• Customer service experience i.e. dealing within complaints

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Winchester and Andover

Winchester and Andover

SO22 5DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma of the College of Radiographers DC(R) or BSc (Bachelor of Science) Radiography, With Post-graduate Qualifications- Possession or studying for further academic qualification Diploma in medical ultrasound/post graduate diploma /post graduate certificate
• Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration
• BSc in Midwifery with Post-graduate Qualifications - Possession or studying for further academic qualification
• Diploma in medical ultrasound/post graduate diploma /post graduate certificate
• Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration
• Accredited vascular scientist qualification with Society of vascular technology (SVT) and/or accreditation with Academy for HealthCare Scientists (AHCS)

Desirable

• Management course or qualification
• Post graduate diploma (PgD) / Post graduate Certificate (PgC) to be from CASE Accredited institute

Knowledge

Essential

• Updated skills in Ultrasound Personal development plan with ongoing CPD portfolio.

Desirable

• Knowledge of College of Radiographer policies
• Oncology knowledge

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Team building skills
• Analytical skills
• IT skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to use initiative
• Final Reporting Skills
• Updated skills in Ultrasound

Other Role Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• FRCA or its recognised equivalent

Desirable

• Other professional qualification or higher degree e.g., in medical education, clinical research or management.
• Fellow of the Faculty of Pain Medicine of the Royal College of Anaesthetists FFPMRCA or equivalent.
• Membership of appropriate professional organization e.g. IASP, British Pain Society, FIPP or EFIC

Entry Criteria

Essential

• Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council.
• Meets the criteria set out in the Specialist generic capabilities framework - detailed in the person specification

Desirable

• Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) at time of interview

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of working in the National Health Service
• Advanced training and experience in pain medicine or equivalent

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

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech-Language Therapy
• Health & Care Professions Council Registration

Desirable

• Relevant post graduate qualifications
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech-Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Membership of Clinical Excellence Network (CEN) groups
• Courses and experience relevant to the patient group

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing detailed assessment and intervention for patients with dysphagia and communication impairments
• Experience of working with adults with a variety of long-term conditions
• Use of reflective practice and supervising others
• Experience of service development
• Experience of working in an adult community setting and/or acute settings
• Experience of dealing with emotionally challenging situations in a professional and compassionate manner
• Experience of working in palliative and end of life care.
• Training and presenting to others

Desirable

• Undertaken clinical audit
• Research experience
• Experience of working in the NHS
• Use of outcome measures

Skills

Essential

• Specialist knowledge and understanding of long-term conditions and neurological conditions including clients with multiple pathologies
• Specialist skills in the assessment and treatment of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties in the context of complex long-term conditions
• Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate effective clinical reasoning skills
• Knowledge and experience of working within a wider multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical guidelines across a variety of long-term conditions e.g. dementia, Parkinson's Disease
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and its application to clinical practice
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Advanced clinical note writing and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Evidence of counselling skills and ability to manage difficult conversations
• Basic IT/ word processing skills

Desirable

• EMIS clinical system experience

Key Attributes

Essential

• Personally, and professionally responsible
• Ability to self-motivate
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable and reliable
• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to work under pressure

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Battersea Studios

Battersea Studios

London

SW8 3HE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this exciting opportunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Other professional qualification or degree e.g., in medical education, clinical research or management.

Entry Criteria

Essential

• Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council.
• Attendance at ALS, ALERT or equivalent at time of application (Desirable ATLS - Royal College of Surgeons, Paediatric Advance Life Support - Resuscitation Council UK)
• At least two years of experience in Critical Care or a recognised equivalent training or the doctor must be able to demonstrate achievement of the necessary equivalent competencies.

Desirable

• Have completed at least four years (full time or equivalent) of postgraduate training. (Desirable - Minimum 1 year previous NHS experience)

Professional Values & Behaviours, Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Meets the criteria set out in the Specialist generic capabilities framework

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

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding this role see attached job description and person specification for details and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education, Training and Knowledge

Essential

• Previous experience and knowledge of HTM's and HBN's
• Knowledge of Construction and Design Management Regulations and supporting documentation
• Knowledge of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995
• Knowledge of the NHS Procurement procedures for Consultants
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety policy and procedures
• Knowledge of Building Regulations and National Building Specification
• Knowledge of National Building and Engineering Contracts
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent with specialist knowledge
• Holds a UK current, full driving licence

Experience

Essential

• Manage budgets and costs in relation to a large construction project
• Developing an Estates Strategy

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

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure a timely and accurate response to all cleaning requests.

Work in partnership with the Ward Team, Facilities Team Leader/Assistant Facilities Manager.

Assist in monitoring and maintaining cleaning standards and infection control practices in the department as appropriate.

Maintain the integrity and reputation of the department by effective communication and harmonious attitudes with patients, staff and visitors.

Ensure patient dignity and privacy is respected at all times and report where you feel this has been breached.

Safe use of cleaning equipment/assemble and dismantle cleaning equipment; order stock.

Use effective and efficient cleansing/decontamination techniques across a range of skills.

Suction clean/dry mop floors, spot clean floors and remove spillages.

High dusting, damp dusting furniture, fixtures, fittings and ledges.

Spot clean internal glass as necessary.

Cleansing of wash hand basins, sinks, showers, WCs and fittings. Replenish supplies.

Cleansing of beds, bedside lockers.

Cleanse and refill soap dispensers and paper towel holders.

Removal of waste from wards and departments to designated collection points.

Use of polishing/scrubbing machines for maintenance of hard floors.

Use of extraction machine for carpet/upholstery cleaning.

Routine curtain changes (bed/window/screen curtains).

Making up of on-call and relatives overnight stay beds.

Use of ride on cleaning equipment; sweeper, scrubber dryer and burnishing equipment.

Undertaking any other relevant duties which are delegated from time to time.

Safe handling of cleaning agents and dilution ratios. Hazardous chemicals to be kept securely in storage areas when not in use.

All cleaning equipment must be decontaminated daily and maintained in a safe usable condition - faults must be reported to a Facilities Team Leader immediately.

Attend training courses including on the job training and training in the use of specific machinery as required.

Cleansing cupboards are to be decontaminated and kept tidy at all times.

Cleansing of infected room/bays in accordance with NUH Infection Control & Prevention Policy.

Close liaison with the cleaning services and team leader and ward manager in identifying additional cleans, such as isolation rooms and bed space terminal.

To act as a buddy to new starters (after training).

To ensure that a clean protective uniform is worn at all times when on duty and to use relevant Personal Protection Equipment in accordance with the policies provided by the Trust.

Demonstrates cleaning procedures to new starters.

Completes timesheets or similar work records.

Ensure concentration while using cleaning equipment.

To undertake isolation cleansing when required following Infection Control Isolation Policy and Procedures.

To work in accordance with the Trusts Policies and Procedures including COSHH, Manual Handling, Health and Safety, Infection Control and attend annual training.

Descale baths, toilets, showerheads, tiles using specialist chemicals.

Carry out specialist cleaning when required / with relevant training in:

Theatres, Pharmacy, Laboratories, Labour Suite, Bioquell Training (Decontamination).

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge or training equivalent to NVQ Level 1/2 in Cleaning and Support Services.
• Intermediate Apprenticeship in Facilities Services Level 2 or equivalent training
• Knowledge of cleaning/hygiene COSHH procedures.

Experience

Essential

• Cleaning in a domestic environment including knowledge of cleaning procedures and processes.
• Experience of working/communicating with the general public.
• Experience of working within a tea

Desirable

• Previous experience of cleaning in a commercial capacity
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
• Good working knowledge of health and safety issues

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

City

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Principle duties will be in one of the following areas within Storage, transport driving and library office:

Storage

Collect all items for storage from trust departments on request this involves lifting and handling

File into storage facility

Record location of storage items on spreadsheet

Check contents of all boxes are relevant for storage

Contact department if inappropriate items stored i.e. passed destruction dates

Retrieve paperwork or items from storage boxes on request

Investigate and find paperwork for areas that have not made a list of contents for the box they have sent to storage; use the information you have for all other boxes belonging to that area to check inside each one

Monitor destruction dates

When destruction date identified for disposal contact department storing items to confirm the date is correct and item can be disposed of

Dispose of any items that pass the destruction date securely in confidential waste

Ensure the storage facility is clean and tidy and there are no obstructions

Ensure storage facility alarm is set and doors are secure before you move away from the building

Transport

Driving and taking responsibility of the trust vehicles including:

Hold a clean driving licence

Inform manager immediately should you be given any points on your licence

Read and adhere to Workplace Transport Policy

Read and adhere to Drivers handbook

Receive full training on lifting and handling protocol

Adhere to all Trust protocol regarding usage of all vehicles, taking responsibility during usage

Have full training in use of electric cars

Deliver and collect daily from Stratford-Upon-Avon, Ellen Badger and Rehab Hospital

Collect and deliver Pharmacy drugs to other hospitals and patients prescriptions to their homes

Have full spillage training for transporting Pharmacy items

Collect and deliver Orthotics boxes to other hospitals and patients items to their homes

Collect and deliver Scanning Bureau boxes to home workers

Collect and deliver community boxes

Ad-hoc collection and deliveries to meet the trust needs

Maintaining the trust vehicles including:

• Ensure electric cars are fully charged
• Tyre pressure is maintained
• Van petrol level is sufficient
• Clean all vehicles inside and out when in your use

Be prepared to work after shift hours as driving runs may over-run

Liaise with all parties involved in transport of items

Health Record Duties

Print lists for specific forthcoming clinics and admissions

Pull Patient Healthcare Records (PHCR) for specific clinics, referrals and TCIs from file to send to Scanning Bureau (SB)

Deliver by hand PHCR to SB for priority scanning

Ensure active/temporary records are issued for selected clinics, planned admissions and emergency admissions following process in line with SBs SOP

Inform SB of any requests where PHCR are already with them waiting to be scanned

Make extensive efforts to locate the original PHCR in the records library This will include checking the batch lists, searching last known location

When PHCR are located off site, telephone the relevant hospital/ organisation and request their return

Process deceased PHCR to include calculating their destruction date, following national guidelines

Track deceased records on Lorenzo and ensure reference box number is entered in the comments

Add deceased box reference number to spreadsheet

Merge complex duplicate registrations, contact GPs if required

Process sensitive adoption information including:

• Remove old details and NHS number
• Endeavour to find new details for patient
• Merge when confirmed same patient

Input and extract data from Lorenzo and NHS Strategic Tracing Service

Locate and physically amalgamate the PHCR where appropriate or forward any documentation to the SB if one record has already been scanned

Pre-register and deliver new folders for unknown babies born at Warwick Hospital prior to birth ensuring Delivery Suite have sufficient stock each week

Run Pregnancy Estimated Delivery Date (EDD) report 2-3 times prior to month of delivery with the first run at least 3 months ahead. Any notes in file for upcoming deliveries are sent to SB

Create active folder for all EDD pregnancies

Register new patients to the Trust ensuring beyond reasonable doubt they do not already have a UR number allocated by checking previous surnames, DOB and different spellings etc.

Amend demographic details on Lorenzo (including deaths) as notified by patient letter, telephone call, GP, etc.

Pre-register and deliver new folders for A&E Unknown patients

Any A&E Unknown patients registered using the pre-registered PIDs, locate folder issued and try to find details of the patient, update Lorenzo, merge with current PID if already registered

Monitor A&E Unknown patient folders and issue new ones keeping limit at 50 available

Pre-register Major Incidents patients using the phonetic alphabet spreadsheet so as not to duplicate names

Prepare new folders for Major Incidents patients inserting all relevant and up to date paperwork

Track and file Future Appointment Shelf active records into library

Participate in all audit requests

Order from off-site storage company the return of the original PHCR

Any loose paperwork post 2014 sent to SB

Pre 2014 historical paperwork check notes location. If paper records still in library, then file. If record is already scanned send to SB

Check Health Records email daily and process requests

Answer telephone queries

Open and distribute incoming post Redirect patients private mail as necessary to wards, other hospitals or to patients home address making sure to avoid distress to relatives if patient is deceased

Log and return other hospitals PHCR

Frequent lifting of heavy boxes and movement of cages obtaining PHCR is required

Remove confidential waste ensuring in appropriate bags and dispose of accordingly

Ensure work area cleaned daily

All Other Duties

Maintain patient confidentiality at all times

Track PHCR using the computerised system to the correct location

Liaise with security when visiting remote areas. Use and return keys to office

Ensure storage library alarm is set and building is secure before you leave

To perform general administrative duties in order to maintain the effective working of the Health Records Department

Exposure to sensitive/distressing case note contents

Exposure to dust from storage of historic records

Perform basic maintenance of printer and bar code machine

Reporting of IT, maintenance and supply problems

Report all incidents

Photocopying

Frequently use a VDU (50+% of daily hours worked)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education
• Must have literacy and numeric skills
• Provide evidence of computer skills
• NVQ II or equivalent level knowledge

Desirable

• Previous knowledge of Lorenzo an advantage

Experience

Essential

• Driving/Storage experience
• Health Records experience
• Previous clerical experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of working to deadlines

Skills

Essential

• Articulate and able to communicate clearly: verbally and written
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work effectively as a team member
• An understanding of confidentiality

Desirable

• Competent to communicate with all grades of staff and public

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Recognises own limitations
• Receptive to change
• Flexible
• Demonstrate and use own initiative

Other

Essential

• Clean Driving Licence
• Keen to develop personal skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

SWFT Clinical Services Ltd

Address

Warwick Hospital

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Personnel and training

Managing the administrative staff and non-clinical management of nursing staff, including securing funding and taking lead responsibility in staff appraisal and organising recruitment selection and training.

Ensuring contracts of employment are provided to all staff and that all relevant employment legislation is followed. Ensuring the practices employment policies and procedures are comprehensive and up to date.

Finance and profitability

Responsibility for the book-keeping, petty cash and other financial aspects of the practice, including payroll and NHS pension scheme arrangements

Ensuring that all income and expenditure due to or made by the practice is received or recorded in the accounts of the practice and preparing financial reports for the partners.

Information technology

Responsibility for the computer system, including organising any maintenance and developments to the system. Ensure compliance with Data Protection legislation.

Premises and equipment

Responsibility for security, repairs, insurance and maintenance of premises, services and equipment.

Ensuring that the practice complies with aspects of Health & Safety at Work legislation.

Patient services

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

Reviewing and updating the practices information

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

External relationships

Ensuring efficient internal and external communication, including being the focal point for contact with the primary care organisations, accountant and other bodies

Confidentiality:

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

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

Health & safety:

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

• Ensuring job holders across the practice adhere to their individual responsibilities for infection control and health and safety, using a system of observation, audit and check, hazard identification, questioning, reporting and risk management.
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of health and safety and infection control statutory and best practice guidelines, and ensure implementation of these across the business
• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across the business
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards, and initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, identifying issues and hazards / risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with other sector managers
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)
• Routine management of own team / team areas, and maintenance of work space standards
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Equality and diversity:

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

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

Personal/Professional development:

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

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

Quality

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

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication

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

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

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent qualification in business administration, management, healthcare management, or a related field.
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).

Desirable

• Management or leadership qualification
• Experience or qualification in HR, finance, or project management.
• Knowledge of relevant healthcare systems or practice software (EMIS Web).

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

Bloxwich Medical Practice

Address

Field Road

Bloxwich

Walsall

West Midlands

WS3 3JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post will involve the following responsibilities:

Completion and submission of VAT, CIS and other tax returns: Manage the monthly VAT process, including advising on any variances from expected recoveries and ensuring monthly recoveries reflect the correct position. Manage VAT and CIS return process including validation, investigation and submission. Providing the key point of contact for HMRC, NHS SBS and external advisors, representing the Trust on tax related issues and responding to any HMRC investigations and enquiries. Analyse complex VAT and tax legislation and determine application to Trust processes and impact.VAT training Provide specialist VAT advice across Finance and operational teams. Develop and provide training and guidance on VAT compliance. Support and encourage use of VAT and tax training provided through third party contracts.VAT Policies and procedures Maintain and develop Trust policies and procedures relating to VAT recovery. Identify, develop and implement opportunities to improve VAT recovery and efficiency.VAT and tax analysis and advice Summarise, communicate complex tax issues, and tax positions to non-technical staff, including operational, clinical and senior management, and discuss options for treatment. Advise on VAT implications relating to business cases and expenditure proposals.Audit, risk and compliance Identify, assess and manage VAT and tax-related risks. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of VAT and related rules and regulations, in particular changes to this and case law that impacts VAT recovery and investment / expenditure decisions. Support audit activity and maintain robust documentation.Manage contracts and budget Manage budget for VAT consulting support and reviews. Key liaison with HMRC, NHS SBS and external advisors, is responsible for reviewing and approving invoices relating to this.Other duties Deputise as Transactional Service Manager as required, providing line management support as needed for the transactional processing team.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience
• Experience of VAT in a large NHS organisation

Desirable

• Practical experience of CIS scheme operation

Planning and Organisational Skills

Essential

• Organises and manages own workload efficiently, and evidence of ability to plan and manage activities

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

Trust HQ

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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